Sundays at First Pres
Join us for worship each Sunday morning at 10:15 am, either in-person or by livestream.
Sundays at First Pres
Holy Week & Easter 2025
Holy Week and Easter are a time to remember and celebrate the death and resurrection of Christ. Join First Presbyterian Church of River Forest for worship services for Palm Sunday, Maundy Thursday, Good Friday, and Easter Sunday.
Palm Sunday | Sunday, April 13 at 10:15 am
In-person and livestreamed
Marks the beginning of Holy Week, remembering Jesus’ triumphant entry into Jerusalem, with a service that includes a palm parade for all ages, children’s worship, and Holy Communion.
Maundy Thursday | Thursday, April 17 at 7:00 pm
In-person only
Commemorates the Last Supper including scripture reading, hymns, and Holy Communion. This service is in-person only.
Good Friday | Friday, April 18 at 7:00 pm
In-person and livestreamed
A day of solemn reflection and remembrance of Christ’s crucifixion. A Tenebrae worship service (Latin for “Service of Darkness”) with a dramatic retelling of the suffering and death of Jesus through scripture, hymns, choral music, and eventual darkness.
Easter Sunday | Sunday, April 20 at 10:15 am
In-person and livestreamed
Celebrates the resurrection of Jesus Christ, a time of joy and hope for new life. With joyful worship, Holy Communion, children’s worship, and special Easter gifts for everyone.
Children's Worship and Sunday Kids Club
We have something for kids of all ages!
For more information about children’s programs for up to 5th grade, click the button below. Any questions, contact our Director of Children’s Ministries, Maggie Downs at maggie.downs@firstpresrf.org.
Sunday Mornings for Our Youth
We’ve got the teens covered!
Click the button below for more information about programs for our 6th graders through high school!
Any questions, contact our Director of Youth Ministries, Jack Bell at jack.bell@firstpresrf.org.
Sunday Worship
Sunday worship is in-person and streamed live every Sunday starting at 10:15 am.
Adult Education
Anyone, no matter their age, can deepen and nurture their faith. We invite you to join us!
Frequently Asked Questions
About In-Person Worship
Adult Education begins at 9:00 am, and worship begins at 10:15 am.
In-person worship will be approximately 60 minutes long.
Yes, livestream worship will continue indefinitely.
We offer communion each Sunday, with a gluten-free alternative available.
We have Fellowship most Sundays during the year, immediately following worship. We generally do not have Fellowship time during the summer months, however.