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Lent & Easter

Wednesday, January 24th, 2024

Lenten Series: Unpacking the Hard Stuff

Feb. 22-March 29

Palm Sunday: March 29

Easter Sunday: April 5

Sunday Worship

  • Brighton Campus
    • 9:30 am Worship* and Sunday School/Nursery
    • Fellowship Time after each service
    • 11:00 am Band-Led Worship* and Children’s Message/Nursery
    • *Livestreamed on Facebook and YouTube
  • Whitmore Lake Campus
    • 9:15 am Worship
    • Fellowship Time after service

Holy Week

Holy Week is bookended by Palm Sunday (Jesus’ triumphant entrance into Jeruselem) and Easter Sunday (celebrating the resurrection of Jesus). During the week we mark the significant events of the Jesus’ last days, including Maundy Thursday (when he gathered with his followers for a meal that we remember as the Lord’s Supper) and Good Friday (where Jesus was executed and laid to rest).

Holy Week Events

  • Palm Sunday – Brighton

    Palm Sunday – Brighton
    First United Methodist Church-Brighton Campus 400 E Grand River Ave, Brighton, MI, United States
    Worship & Prayer

    Hosanna! Blessed is He who comes in the name of the Lord! Before going to Sunday School, children are invited to meet in the entry... read more

  • Maundy Thursday Service

    First United Methodist Church-Brighton Campus 400 E Grand River Ave, Brighton, MI, United States
    Worship & Prayer

    Soliloquy of the Twelve On this night, Jesus knelt to wash dusty feet. He broke bread with friends and strangers. Immerse yourself in Holy Week... read more

  • Good Friday-12pm

    First United Methodist Church-Whitmore Lake Campus 9318 Main, Whitmore Lake, MI
    Worship & Prayer

    On Good Friday, we stand at the foot of the cross and bear witness to the final hours of Jesus’ life. Through scripture and reflection,... read more

  • Good Friday-7pm

    First United Methodist Church-Brighton Campus 400 E Grand River Ave, Brighton, MI, United States
    Worship & Prayer

    On Good Friday, we stand at the foot of the cross and bear witness to the final hours of Jesus’ life. Through scripture and reflection,... read more

  • Easter Sunday-Sunrise Service

    First United Methodist Church-Brighton Campus 400 E Grand River Ave, Brighton, MI, United States
    Worship & Prayer

    "Morning has broken" — gather for a special sunrise service in the Memorial Garden celebrating the resurrection of the risen Christ. Refreshments available after the... read more

  • Easter Sunday-Whitmore Lake

    First United Methodist Church-Whitmore Lake Campus 9318 Main, Whitmore Lake, MI
    Worship & Prayer

    Hallelujah! Christ Is Risen! He Is Risen Indeed! You are invited to worship on this day of triumph and hope. Whitmore Lake Campus 9:15 am... read more

  • Easter Sunday-Brighton

    Easter Sunday
    First United Methodist Church-Brighton Campus 400 E Grand River Ave, Brighton, MI, United States
    Worship & Prayer

    Hallelujah! Christ Is Risen! He Is Risen Indeed! You are invited to worship on this day of triumph and hope. Brighton Campus 7:15 am Sunrise... read more

Lenten Events

  • Ash Wednesday, Brighton Campus-7pm

    First United Methodist Church-Brighton Campus 400 E Grand River Ave, Brighton, MI, United States
    Worship & Prayer

    Ash Wednesday marks the start of Lent—a season of reflection, repentance, and renewal. In a world that moves fast, this is an invitation to pause,... read more

  • Egg Hunt-Brighton

    First United Methodist Church-Brighton Campus 400 E Grand River Ave, Brighton, MI, United States
    Children

    Children and their families are invited to a FREE outdoor Easter Egg Hunt, April 12. We are so excited to share the joy of Easter... read more

  • Egg Hunt-Whitmore Lake

    First United Methodist Church-Whitmore Lake Campus 9318 Main, Whitmore Lake, MI
    Children

    Children and their families are invited to a FREE outdoor Easter Egg Hunt, March 21. We are so excited to share the joy of Easter... read more

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Easter Flowers

Dedicate Easter flowers that will decorate the sanctuary in honor or memory of someone dear to you. The church pays $20-$50 per plant. Your donation in whatever amount you are able to give will help offset the cost of the flowers. Donors are welcome take home a plant after the 11 am service on April 5. Flowers remaining after two weeks will be donated.

Order online or with the envelopes at church (Community Room-Brighton Campus or Upper Hall-Whitmore Lake Campus) by March 29 You can pay online or by check (mark “Easter flowers” on your giving envelope or check memo line).

My Favorite Photo

Tuesday, September 9th, 2025

Help Tell the Stories that Shape Us

We want to hear the stories that shaped your faith! Be part of the Faith at Every Age story by sharing a favorite photo of yourself (or your family) and a short explanation of how God showed up at that time of your life. Use the form below or submit your photo and story by email photo@brightonfumc.org. These photos may be displayed, used in worship and online.

Fill out my online form.

Advent & Christmas 2025

Tuesday, October 28th, 2025

Sunday Worship

Each Sunday throughout Advent, you’re invited to explore Wesley’s means of grace and “do some good” through hands-on mission projects. The first Sunday of advent is Nov. 30.

Note: Sunday, Dec. 28, there will be one 10 am worship service at the Brighton Campus and no service at the Whitmore Lake Campus. Following the service everyone is invited to stay for fellowship with a potluck brunch.

  • Whitmore Lake Campus: 9:15 am
  • Brighton Campus: 9:30 and 11 am
  • Online Livestream: 9:30 am on Facebook and YouTube

Children’s Ministry

Whitmore Lake Campus Sunday School, 10:15 am

All Children are welcome to participate Sundays at 10:15 am in the back of the Fellowship Hall. A special Christmas Party will take place on Dec. 7 during Sunday School.

Brighton Campus Sunday School, 9:30 am

Children are invited to attend Sunday School 9:30 – 10:30 am. Find the check in table downstairs below the sanctuary. Drop off before worship and pick up afterwards. You’ll find two classes: pre-k through first grade and second through fifth grade. A special Christmas Party will take place on Dec. 7 during Sunday School. No Sunday School Dec. 28. Learn more

Brighton Campus Children’s Message, 11 am

Children (pre-k through sixth grade) are invited to worship with their parents through the first three songs, then they may meet their teachers in the back of the sanctuary for a short lesson and activity. They will return to the sanctuary during the offering time, before the closing songs.  A special Christmas Party will take place on Dec. 7 during Children’s Message. Learn more

Brighton Campus Nursery

Nursery care is provided for children (ages 12 to 36 months) of families attending worship (both services) or Sunday School at the Brighton Campus.

Sign-in at the check-in table outside the nursery room (lower level in the Children’s Ministry wing underneath the Sanctuary) and pick-up from the nursery room.

Youth Group

Meets alternating Wednesdays 6-7:30 pm at The Well, Brighton Campus. Grades 5-12. A Youth Group Christmas Party takes place Dec. 17.  Contact Pastor Lindsey, lindsey@brightonfumc.org Learn more

Christmas Eve Worship

Wednesday, Dec. 24

Bring your family and friends for a meaningful service to hear the Christmas Story, celebrate Holy Communion, enjoy Christmas music, candle lighting, and fellowship.

Whitmore Lake Campus

  • 2 pm – Christmas Eve service with a blended music style (hymns and praise music)

Brighton Campus

  • 11 am – Christmas Eve worship designed for young children and their families
  • 5 pm – Band-led Worship, Candles and Glowsticks, includes a special Children’s Moment
  • 7 pm* – Hymns with Choir and Handbells, Candles and Glowsticks
  • 9 pm – Hymns with Choir and Handbells, Candles and Glowsticks

*Livestream

Worship Sunday, Dec. 28

Note: one service only at Brighton Campus.

  • Brighton Campus – 10:00 am (and online) Children’s Message
  • Whitmore Lake Campus – no service

Advent Studies

All the Good: A Wesleyan Way of Christmas

Prepare Christmas with a meaningful Advent journey! 🌟 This Advent, join the book study, All the Good: A Wesleyan Way of Christmas, to prepare for Christ’s coming by exploring the story of salvation and deepening your faith.

What We’ll Study

Connect and know God’s goodness and love as we await the birth of the Christ child.

Books are available in the Brighton Campus Library and at the Whitmore Lake Campus Upper Hall ($10).

Whitmore Lake Advent Study / Rick Rykowski / Sundays / 10:30 am
Brighton Advent Study / Julie & Dean Arcuri / Sundays / 11 am
Men with Tools (Brighton) / George Lutz / Tuesdays / 9 am
Small Group Bible Study / Deb de Laski-Smith (off-site) / Wednesdays / 6:30 pm
Small Group / Rick & Sherry Slade (off-site) / Wednesdays / 6:45 pm
Women of the Word (Brighton) / Joann Schmidt / Thursdays / 1 pm

Sign up online or contact Pastor Lindsey Hall, lindsey@brightonfumc.org.

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Prayer Stations

Monday, January 29th, 2024

During Lent, the Adult Discipleship team invites you to explore creative and contemplative prayer styles. A variety of rotating stations will be set up for you to try out these different ways of praying.

Brighton Campus (Chapel)

  • 9 am-4 pm, M-F
  • 9 – 11 am, Sundays

Online Worship

Friday, January 1st, 2021
Worship is livestreamed at 9:30 am and 11 am Sundays on Facebook Live or our YouTube Channel.  Follow our channels to get notifications when we go live.

Watch on Facebook: www.facebook.com/BrightonFUMC/Live/

Watch on YouTube. …read more

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