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SUMMARY:Earth Day Cleanup
DESCRIPTION:God saw everything that he had made\, and indeed\, it was very good. You are invited to help care for God’s creation. In honor of Earth Day and part of our three-part sermon series\, “God Called It Very Good.” \nLet’s make the community cleaner by picking up trash. Bring your work gloves and water bottle. Choose your location (Brighton Campus\, Whitmore Lake Campus\, a nearby Trail). We’ll have snacks and trash bags for picking up litter. \n  \nSignup Genius
URL:https://www.brightonfumc.org/event/earth-day-cleanup/
LOCATION:MI
CATEGORIES:Church & Society,Fellowship,Mission & Outreach
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ORGANIZER;CN="Pastor Jon":MAILTO:jon@brightonfumc.org
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SUMMARY:Unclobber Book Study
DESCRIPTION:Pastor Jon Reynolds leads this five-week book study. Are you curious about what the Bible has to say about human sexuality and why people understand it differently? The book “UnClobber” re-examines six frequently quoted passages of Scripture — often called the “clobber passages.” The author invites us to look closely at what the Bible says (and does not say) about homosexuality in such a way that breathes fresh life into assumptions and interpretations.\n\nRegister online
URL:https://www.brightonfumc.org/event/unclobber-book-study/2026-04-21/
LOCATION:First United Methodist Church-Brighton Campus\, 400 E Grand River Ave\, Brighton\, MI\, 48116\, United States
CATEGORIES:Church & Society,Small Groups & Classes
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ORGANIZER;CN="Pastor Jon":MAILTO:jon@brightonfumc.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260426T130000
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SUMMARY:Blessing of the Animals
DESCRIPTION:God created the earth and all the animals\, blessed them called them good. Animals are beloved members of our families. You are invited to bring your beloved pets for a short outdoor worship service at the Whitmore Lake Campus. Each animal will receive a blessing.
URL:https://www.brightonfumc.org/event/blessing-of-the-animals/
LOCATION:First United Methodist Church-Whitmore Lake Campus\, 9318 Main\, Whitmore Lake\, MI\, 48189
CATEGORIES:Church & Society,Worship & Prayer
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ORGANIZER;CN="Pastor Jon":MAILTO:jon@brightonfumc.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260429T180000
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SUMMARY:Info Meeting-Civil Rights Pilgrimage
DESCRIPTION:Come and learn more about a possible February 2027 Civil Rights Pilgrimage to Atlanta\, Montgomery\, Selma and Birmingham. Once we know we have a core group of interested travelers\, we’ll get a specific quote. 2026 quotes were around $2\,000 per person for double occupancy (plus airfare or travel expenses).  \nThis meeting will be in person and online (Zoom link). \nIf you cannot attend but are interested\, please send an email to justice@brightonfumc.org or complete the form on this page: Civil Rights Tour
URL:https://www.brightonfumc.org/event/info-meeting-civil-rights-pilgrimage/
LOCATION:First United Methodist Church-Brighton Campus\, 400 E Grand River Ave\, Brighton\, MI\, 48116\, United States
CATEGORIES:Church & Society
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260520T190000
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SUMMARY:The Bible Beyond Black & White: Racism\, Antisemitism & Nationalism
DESCRIPTION:What does scripture have to say about races\, tribes\, and coexistence? In a time of resurgent racism\, antisemitism and nationalism\, Dr. Elliot Ratzman\, a research fellow at the University of Michigan\, explores the history of how some Christians and Jews have used and abused religion for violence and exclusion.  What can we learn from religious and secular groups about alternative paths forward\, embracing love and celebrating diversity? \nFollowing his presentation local religious leaders will comment on how our community finds our path forward today. Learn more \nNetworking\, fellowship and refreshments at the conclusion of the program. \nREGISTER \nDr. Elliot Ratzman is a research fellow at the University of Michigan’s Raoul Wallenberg Institute. He teaches courses on modern religious thought\, politics\, and culture with an emphasis on race and ethics. He is finishing his first book\, on issues of Jewish ethics and racism in the US\, Europe\, and the Middle East. Ratzman is also part of the national leadership of the Fellowship of Reconciliation USA\, the oldest interreligious organization dedicated to war resistance and civil rights. \nContact Suzanne Everett \n\n\nFill out my online form.\n\n  Fill out my Wufoo form!
URL:https://www.brightonfumc.org/event/the-bible-beyond-black-white-racism-antisemitism-nationalism/
LOCATION:Howell First United Methodist Church\, 1230 Bower St\, Howell\, MI\, 48843
CATEGORIES:Church & Society
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ORGANIZER;CN="Livingston Faith & Race Project":MAILTO:LivFaithandRace@gmail.com
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SUMMARY:Standing Firm with Author Colby Martin
DESCRIPTION:Brought to you by LivFaith\, a community action committee of the Livingston Diversity Council. With a focus on how Scripture points to diversity and inclusion\, “Standing Firm” invites you to embody the ways of Jesus\, while also equipping you to engage with friends\, family\, and a society that is unkind and unwelcoming to LGBTQ people. If you are LGBTQ-affirming and hunger for ways to live out your faith in a world that is growing more and more anti-LGBTQ\, “Standing Firm is for you.” \nColby Martin has been a pastor for nearly 25 years. Though he began in the evangelical world\, since 2011 Colby has pastored in primarily progressive Christian spaces\, advocating for a Christianity rooted in the way of Jesus\, grounded in love\, and open to all people. As the author of two books (UnClobber\, and\, The SHIFT)\, Colby currently travels the country as a speaker and preacher. In 2024 he founded The UnClobber Initiative\, a ministry dedicated to elevating LGBTQ inclusive theology. \n\n\n\n\n\nRegistration recommended (link coming soon)\n\n\n\n\nContact Suzanne Everett
URL:https://www.brightonfumc.org/event/standing-firm-with-author-colby-martin/
LOCATION:First United Methodist Church-Brighton Campus\, 400 E Grand River Ave\, Brighton\, MI\, 48116\, United States
CATEGORIES:Church & Society
ORGANIZER;CN="LivFaith Network":MAILTO:livingstondiversitycouncil@gmail.com
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