WE’RE BACK — AND YOU’RE INVITED!

After months away, we’re finally home!
Join us for a weekend-long Open House Celebration as we celebrate the return of First UMC Elgin.

  • 🏛️ Part of our church for years?
  • 🫂 Haven’t visited in a while?
  • 🚪 Never stepped through our doors?
  • ❤️ Everyone is welcome! 🥳 Come see what’s new, meet your neighbors, and discover what’s happening at FUMC! ✨

 

VIEW THE FULL WEEKEND SCHEDULE 👇

EXPLORE, CELEBRATE, WORSHIP & CONNECT

SATURDAY: COME EXPLORE & CELEBRATE

  • 11:00 AM — Ribbon Cutting & Presentations
    • Help us officially celebrate our return with a special ribbon-cutting ceremony and presentations.
  • 12:00 PM — Open House Begins
    • Tour our restored spaces, learn about our ministry teams, and discover ways to connect and get involved.
  • 12:00–2:00 PM — Ministry Fair, Food & Family Fun
    • Find all of our Ministry Team signs to learn more about the many ways you can connect, serve, grow and make a difference. Enjoy free food and family activities throughout the afternoon!

SUNDAY: COME WORSHIP & CONNECT

  • 10:00 AM — Celebration Worship
    • Join us as we gather together in our home once again for worship.
  • 11:00 AM — Blessing of the Church
    • A special time of prayer as we bless our church, our building and the ministry that happens within these walls.
  • 11:30 AM — Brunch & “Ask the Pastor”
    • Enjoy brunch together and bring your questions! Join our pastor for an informal 'Ask the Pastor' conversation.

COME SEE WHAT’S NEW. COME CELEBRATE WHAT’S NEXT!

Thank You! For standing with us when the storm came. Now we celebrate together.

Count Me/Us In! RSVP Now.

We can’t wait to celebrate with you!

Please complete the form below to let us know you’re coming and help us prepare for a wonderful Hope & Renewal Weekend.

Instructions for Completing the RSVP Form

  1. Enter Your Contact Details: Provide your full name, primary email address, and phone number so we can send your event confirmation and updates.
  2. List Your Guests: Enter the full name(s) of everyone who will be joining you in your party.
  3. Select Your Event Days: Check the box that best fits your schedule—Saturday's Open House (Sept 19), Sunday's Celebration Worship and Brunch (Sept 20), or both days.
  4. Confirm & Check Your Email: Click Submit to finalize your reservation. A confirmation email will be sent automatically to the email address provided.

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📍 216 E. Highland Avenue, Elgin, IL 60120
🌐 fumcelgin.org/renewalweekend
📞 (847) 741-0038