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SUMMARY:Caroling Singalong
DESCRIPTION:The songs of the Christmas season not only stir our memories and fill our hearts with joy\, they tell the story of Jesus’ birth in a way that connects us deeply to the birth of our Lord and savior\, Jesus Christ. Sing along with Susan Kimball. Following the service stay and enjoy fellowship with a festive brunch. Everyone welcome! \nContact Donna Dibert to help with the brunch. \nNote: Only one worship service on Dec. 28 at the Brighton Campus at 10 am. No Whitmore Lake Campus service.
URL:https://www.brightonfumc.org/event/caroling-singalong/
LOCATION:First United Methodist Church-Brighton Campus\, 400 E Grand River Ave\, Brighton\, MI\, 48116\, United States
CATEGORIES:Advent,Fellowship,Worship & Prayer
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SUMMARY:Christmas Eve Worship 11am\, 5pm\, 7pm\, 9pm
DESCRIPTION:Bring your family and friends for a meaningful service to hear the Christmas Story\, celebrate Holy Communion\, enjoy Christmas music\, candle lighting\, and fellowship. \nBrighton Campus\n11 am – Worship designed for young children and their families \n5 pm – Band-led Worship \n7 pm*– Worship with handbells and choir \n9 pm – Worship with handbells and choir \n*7 pm Service Livestreamed on YouTube and Facebook \n\n\n\nChild-Centered Morning Worship\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThe 11 am service is not just child-friendly\, it’s child-centered! As you enter the worship space\, children will be invited to wear a nativity costume and participate from their seats with their families. They may even recognize some of their preschool or Sunday school teachers who are part of the storytelling! Following the service\, we’ll sing “happy birthday” to Jesus and enjoy birthday cupcakes! 
URL:https://www.brightonfumc.org/event/christmas-eve-worship/2025-12-24/4/
LOCATION:First United Methodist Church-Brighton Campus\, 400 E Grand River Ave\, Brighton\, MI\, 48116\, United States
CATEGORIES:Advent,Worship & Prayer
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ORGANIZER;CN="Pastor Lindsey":MAILTO:lindsey@brightonfumc.org
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SUMMARY:Christmas Eve Worship 2 pm (Whitmore Lake Campus)
DESCRIPTION:Bring your family and friends for a meaningful service to hear the Christmas Story\, celebrate Holy Communion\, enjoy Christmas music\, candle lighting\, and fellowship.
URL:https://www.brightonfumc.org/event/christmas-eve-worship-wl/
LOCATION:First United Methodist Church-Whitmore Lake Campus\, 9318 Main\, Whitmore Lake\, MI\, 48189
CATEGORIES:Advent,Worship & Prayer
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ORGANIZER;CN="Pastor Jon":MAILTO:jon@brightonfumc.org
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DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20251224T120000
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SUMMARY:Christmas Eve Worship 11 am
DESCRIPTION:The 11 am service is not just child-friendly\, it’s child-centered! As you enter the worship space\, children will be invited to wear a nativity costume and participate from their seats with their families. They may even recognize some of their preschool or Sunday school teachers who are part of the storytelling! Following the service\, we’ll sing “happy birthday” to Jesus and enjoy birthday cupcakes!  \nLooking for an evening service? \nPlease see the details for the 5 pm\, 7 pm and 9 pm Christmas Eve Worship Services
URL:https://www.brightonfumc.org/event/christmas-eve-worship-11-am/
LOCATION:First United Methodist Church-Brighton Campus\, 400 E Grand River Ave\, Brighton\, MI\, 48116\, United States
CATEGORIES:Advent,Children,Worship & Prayer
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ORGANIZER;CN="Pastor Lindsey":MAILTO:lindsey@brightonfumc.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20251221T171500
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20251221T213000
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SUMMARY:Caroling at Greenfield Village
DESCRIPTION:You are invited to sing Christmas carols with the church choir at Holiday Nights in Greenfield Village. Christmas caroling is a wonderful way to enjoy the holiday spirit. Each caroler enters the event for free PLUS\, we receive an extra free ticket for each caroling participant! Sign up with Susan (with the total of singers and guests) as soon as you are able so we can reserve tickets. We usually have extra guest tickets\, so invite a friend!
URL:https://www.brightonfumc.org/event/caroling-at-greenfield-village/
LOCATION:Greenfield Village
CATEGORIES:Advent,Fellowship,Music
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ORGANIZER;CN="Susan Kimball":MAILTO:susan@brightonfumc.org
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SUMMARY:Caroling - Brighton
DESCRIPTION:Each Sunday throughout Advent\, you’re invited to explore Wesley’s means of grace and “do some good” through hands-on mission projects. On Sunday\, Dec. 21\, meet at the Brighton Campus at 12:30 to depart in groups to carol for homebound parishioners. If you worship at 11 am and want to go caroling\, we’ll have a light lunch. Sign up on your connection card or email Susan Kimball\, Director of Music. \n 
URL:https://www.brightonfumc.org/event/caroling-brighton/
LOCATION:First United Methodist Church-Brighton Campus\, 400 E Grand River Ave\, Brighton\, MI\, 48116\, United States
CATEGORIES:Advent,Fellowship,Music
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ORGANIZER;CN="Susan Kimball":MAILTO:susan@brightonfumc.org
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SUMMARY:Christmas Party (Youth)
DESCRIPTION:Bring a friend and enjoy a festive\, fun night of Christmas joy! You can count on cocoa\, cookies\, games\, and maybe even a surprise or two!\nContact lindsey@brightonfumc.org
URL:https://www.brightonfumc.org/event/christmas-party-youth/
LOCATION:The Well\, Brighton Campus\, 400 E. Grand River Ae\, Brighton\, MI\, 48116\, United States
CATEGORIES:Advent,Youth
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ORGANIZER;CN="Pastor Lindsey":MAILTO:lindsey@brightonfumc.org
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SUMMARY:Caroling at Regency Whitmore Lake
DESCRIPTION:Each Sunday throughout Advent\, you’re invited to explore Wesley’s means of grace and “do some good” through hands-on mission projects. On Sunday\, Dec. 14\, meet at Regency at Whitmore Lake at 1 pm to sing carols for the residents.
URL:https://www.brightonfumc.org/event/caroling-at-regency-whitmore-lake/
LOCATION:Regency at Whitmore Lake\, 8633 Main St\, Whitmore Lake\, MI\, 48189\, United States
CATEGORIES:Advent,Fellowship,Music
ORGANIZER;CN="Pastor Jon":MAILTO:jon@brightonfumc.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20251206T091500
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SUMMARY:Ring the Bell for Salvation Army
DESCRIPTION:Ring in the holiday season with cheer and generosity. First United Methodist Church volunteers will be bell ringers at  Salvation Army “red kettle” sites on Nov. 29 and Dec. 6. SIGN UP or Contact Bob Hemphill.
URL:https://www.brightonfumc.org/event/ring-the-bell-for-salvation-army/2025-12-06/
LOCATION:Kroger\, 9968 E Grand River Ave\, Brighton\, MI\, 48116\, United States
CATEGORIES:Advent,Mission & Outreach
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ORGANIZER;CN="Bob Hemphill":MAILTO:rbhemphill@gmail.com
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DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20251125T120000
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SUMMARY:Hanging of the Greens (B)
DESCRIPTION:Help decorate the church for Advent. Many hands make light work!\n\n10 am at the Brighton Campus\n\nContact Susan (Snow) Kimball\, susan@brightonfumc.org.
URL:https://www.brightonfumc.org/event/hanging-of-the-greens-b/
LOCATION:First United Methodist Church-Brighton Campus\, 400 E Grand River Ave\, Brighton\, MI\, 48116\, United States
CATEGORIES:Advent
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ORGANIZER;CN="Susan Kimball":MAILTO:susan@brightonfumc.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20251123T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20251123T113000
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SUMMARY:Hanging of the Greens (WL)
DESCRIPTION:Help decorate the church for Advent. Stay after services to help.\n\n10:30-11:30 am at Whitmore Lake Campus\n\nContact Susan Kimball\, susan@brightonfumc.org.
URL:https://www.brightonfumc.org/event/hanging-of-the-greens-wl/
LOCATION:First United Methodist Church-Whitmore Lake Campus\, 9318 Main\, Whitmore Lake\, MI\, 48189
CATEGORIES:Advent,Fellowship
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ORGANIZER;CN="Susan Kimball":MAILTO:susan@brightonfumc.org
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