BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//First United Methodist Church-Brighton & Whitmore Lake - ECPv6.16.3//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://www.brightonfumc.org X-WR-CALDESC:Events for First United Methodist Church-Brighton & Whitmore Lake REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/Detroit BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20240310T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20241103T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20250309T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20251102T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20260308T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20261101T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20270314T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20271107T060000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260610T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260610T190000 DTSTAMP:20260613T043046 CREATED:20260310T174921Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260330T211155Z UID:10002663-1781110800-1781118000@www.brightonfumc.org SUMMARY:Spoke & Word Cycling Group DESCRIPTION:You are invited to the Spoke & Word cycling group Wednesday nights at 5 pm at the Trail Connector trailhead near JCPenney in the Green Oak Village Place mall with your bicycle. The group will bike between 7-25 miles to Kensington Metropark and back (early weeks will start easy and build up). Bring water and snacks if needed. All ages and abilities welcome.\n\n  URL:https://www.brightonfumc.org/event/spoke-word-cycling-group/2026-06-10/ LOCATION:Trail Connector Trailhead\, 9608 Village Pl Blvd\, Brighton\, 48116\, United States CATEGORIES:Fellowship ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.brightonfumc.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/Spoke-Word_Event.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Pastor Jon":MAILTO:jon@brightonfumc.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260608T123000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260608T143000 DTSTAMP:20260613T043046 CREATED:20260331T161227Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260331T161227Z UID:10002738-1780921800-1780929000@www.brightonfumc.org SUMMARY:Memorial Garden Volunteers DESCRIPTION:Memorial Garden volunteers welcome! You’re invited to be part of the volunteer crew that meets once a month on the second Monday of the month May-November to plant and care for the beautiful memorial garden and the cross and flame garden. Contact Macky Bachelor. URL:https://www.brightonfumc.org/event/memorial-garden-volunteers-2/2026-06-08/ LOCATION:First United Methodist Church-Brighton Campus\, 400 E Grand River Ave\, Brighton\, MI\, 48116\, United States CATEGORIES:Fellowship ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.brightonfumc.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/Memorial-Garden-Volunteers_2026-summer.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Macky Bachelor":MAILTO:Bachelorm2@aol.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260607T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260607T180000 DTSTAMP:20260613T043046 CREATED:20260507T145122Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260601T205331Z UID:10002841-1780848000-1780855200@www.brightonfumc.org SUMMARY:Vessels of Grace Juneteenth Celebration & Dinner DESCRIPTION:Experience a powerful afternoon of faith\, worship\, and movement on Sunday\, June 7 as we celebrate Juneteenth: Freedom Day with a special guest liturgical dance performance by Vessels of Grace. \nA ministry of Oak Grove African Methodist Episcopal (AME) Church in Detroit\, Vessels of Grace is an accomplished liturgical dance group that brings scripture to life through graceful choreography and joyful expression. This event is more than just a performance; it is a community celebration of faith and the enduring spirit of grace. \nEnjoy an inspiring dance-based worship experience followed by a delicious community dinner with the dancers hosted by the Church & Society Committee of First United Methodist Church-Brighton & Whitmore Lake.  \n**Note: There is no charge for the dance performance. Advance dinner ticket sales have ended. Limited tickets may be available at the door. $20 per person. Children 10 and under $15. \nBuffet Menu\n\nStuffed Chicken Breast: Spinach\, portabella mushrooms\, cream cheese\, garlic\, sundried tomatoes (gluten free)\nMacaroni & Cheese\nPremium French Style Green Beans (gluten free)\nHouse Salad: Mixed greens\, julienned carrots\, cheddar cheese\, cucumbers\, tomatoes (gluten free)\nDessert: Cake and selection of cookies URL:https://www.brightonfumc.org/event/vessels-of-grace-juneteenth/ LOCATION:First United Methodist Church-Brighton Campus\, 400 E Grand River Ave\, Brighton\, MI\, 48116\, United States CATEGORIES:Church & Society,Fellowship ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.brightonfumc.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/Vessels-of-Grace-2026_slide.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Kara Shuell":MAILTO:justice@brightonfumc.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260607T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260607T123000 DTSTAMP:20260613T043046 CREATED:20260526T164652Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260526T164716Z UID:10002852-1780822800-1780835400@www.brightonfumc.org SUMMARY:Italian Soda Fundraiser DESCRIPTION:The youth invite you to discover the refreshment of homemade Italian sodas on Sunday June 7 as make them to share them with the congregation as a fundraiser to support the cost of summer fellowship activities. Find them in the Community before\, between and after worship services. All donations welcome. URL:https://www.brightonfumc.org/event/italian-soda-fundraiser/ LOCATION:First United Methodist Church-Brighton Campus\, 400 E Grand River Ave\, Brighton\, MI\, 48116\, United States CATEGORIES:Fellowship,Youth ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.brightonfumc.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/Italian-Soda-Fundraiser-2026.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Pastor Lindsey":MAILTO:lindsey@brightonfumc.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260604T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260604T130000 DTSTAMP:20260613T043046 CREATED:20241016T183652Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260519T153921Z UID:10002780-1780574400-1780578000@www.brightonfumc.org SUMMARY:The Open Table DESCRIPTION:We’ve set the table and you are invited to enjoy! Adult lunch and fellowship. A $5 donation is suggested as you are able. \nPlease let us know you are coming. Contact Todd May. URL:https://www.brightonfumc.org/event/the-open-table/2026-06-04/ LOCATION:First United Methodist Church-Brighton Campus\, 400 E Grand River Ave\, Brighton\, MI\, 48116\, United States CATEGORIES:Fellowship ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.brightonfumc.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/The-Open-Table-2024_event_.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Todd May":MAILTO:todd.may62@outlook.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260515T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260517T110000 DTSTAMP:20260613T043046 CREATED:20220210T013051Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251104T204711Z UID:10000001-1778850000-1779015600@www.brightonfumc.org SUMMARY:Family Camping-May DESCRIPTION:Reservations for 2026 Family Camping at Myers Lake Camping & Cabins (Byron\, MI) are now open — on a first come basis. No sites are being held.\nReserve online or Call Myers Lake Camping & Cabins  –  Cindy & Steve: (810) 370-1232\n\nMay 15-17\, 2025\n\n\nRates are listed as $55/night (lots 1-60)\, $70/night (lakeview lots 61-107). All sites are full hook-up\, 50/30.\nCabins are $85-125 / night\nEnjoy evening vespers and campfires together\nSaturday night potluck\nSunday morning devotions\nAmenities: swimming\, fishing\, canoeing\, playground\, hiking\, hayrides\nNot a camper? Come out for the day and the Saturday potluck.\n\nPlease email your site number to Gene or Suzanne after you have made your reservations. \n  \n  URL:https://www.brightonfumc.org/event/family-camping-may/ LOCATION:Myers Lake Camping & Cabins\, 10575 Silver Lake Rd\, Byron\, 48418 CATEGORIES:Fellowship ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.brightonfumc.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/02/2025-05-Myers-Lake-Family-Camp-12_1280x720.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Gene Smith":MAILTO:imgsmith1451@gmail.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260426T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260426T180000 DTSTAMP:20260613T043046 CREATED:20251028T184525Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251124T180152Z UID:10002601-1777222800-1777226400@www.brightonfumc.org SUMMARY:Fish & Loaves Community Dinner DESCRIPTION:Fish and Loaves is a free community meal in Brighton provided by local churches. First UMC – Brighton Campus hosts the dine-in meal on these 2025 dates: Dec. 28 and 2026: Feb. 22\, April 26\, June 28\, Aug. 23\, Oct. 25\, Dec. 27. You do not need a reservation. We look forward to seeing you. \n\nVolunteers and food donations are welcome.\nContact Deborah Scharp. \nConsider helping in one of these ways: \n\n3:30 pm Set tables\, set up coffee station\, prep food\n5 pm Serve food\, visit with guests\n5:30 pm Dishwashing\nSign Up to provide: desserts\, rolls and salads (or purchase food and turn in receipts for reimbursement)\n\nFish and Loaves is coordinated by Love INC and serves all who come seeking food and fellowship. URL:https://www.brightonfumc.org/event/fish-loaves-community-dinner/2026-04-26/ LOCATION:First United Methodist Church-Brighton Campus\, 400 E Grand River Ave\, Brighton\, MI\, 48116\, United States CATEGORIES:Fellowship,Mission & Outreach ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.brightonfumc.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/Fish-Loaves-2024_web.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260424T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260426T120000 DTSTAMP:20260613T043046 CREATED:20231108T205031Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260203T212011Z UID:10001700-1777050000-1777204800@www.brightonfumc.org SUMMARY:Men's Retreat DESCRIPTION:You are invited to the third annual men’s retreat at Lake Louise Christian Community. Enjoy fellowship\, worship\, devotions and an opportunity to help open the camp at Lake Louise for the upcoming season. We will work together to clear walking paths of debris\, maintenance and repair of cottages and buildings\, and perhaps a few construction projects. The cost of $75 includes food and lodging. Register below or contact Rev. Jon Reynolds if you are interested.\n\nFill out my online form.\n\n Fill out my Wufoo form! URL:https://www.brightonfumc.org/event/mens-retreat/ LOCATION:Lake Louise\, 11037 Thumb Lake Road\, Boyne Falls\, 49713\, United States CATEGORIES:Fellowship,Mission & Outreach ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.brightonfumc.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/Mens-retreat-2026_slide.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Pastor Jon":MAILTO:jon@brightonfumc.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260420T123000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260420T143000 DTSTAMP:20260613T043046 CREATED:20260331T160848Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260331T160848Z UID:10002736-1776688200-1776695400@www.brightonfumc.org SUMMARY:Memorial Garden Volunteers DESCRIPTION:The Memorial Garden volunteers meet once a month to plant and care for the beautiful memorial garden and the cross and flame garden at the Brighton Campus. You are invited to be part of this care taking activity. Bring your gardening gloves. Contact Macky Bachelor. \n  URL:https://www.brightonfumc.org/event/memorial-garden-volunteers/ LOCATION:First United Methodist Church-Brighton Campus\, 400 E Grand River Ave\, Brighton\, MI\, 48116\, United States CATEGORIES:Fellowship ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.brightonfumc.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/Memorial-Garden-Volunteers_2026-04.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Macky Bachelor":MAILTO:Bachelorm2@aol.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260419T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260419T140000 DTSTAMP:20260613T043046 CREATED:20260309T212658Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260316T201839Z UID:10002660-1776603600-1776607200@www.brightonfumc.org 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/ CATEGORIES:Church & Society,Fellowship,Mission & Outreach ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.brightonfumc.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/2026-04-19-Earth-Day-Clean-Up.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Pastor Jon":MAILTO:jon@brightonfumc.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260417T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260417T193000 DTSTAMP:20260613T043046 CREATED:20260407T154228Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260407T154228Z UID:10002756-1776447000-1776454200@www.brightonfumc.org SUMMARY:Parent Night Out DESCRIPTION:Parents\, enjoy an evening out while your kids have a blast! Cost is free. Sign up to reserve your spot today — space is limited! \n\nRegister Online URL:https://www.brightonfumc.org/event/parent-night-out-3/ LOCATION:First United Methodist Church-Brighton Campus\, 400 E Grand River Ave\, Brighton\, MI\, 48116\, United States CATEGORIES:Children,Fellowship ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.brightonfumc.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Parent-Night-Out-April-2026_event.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Pastor Lindsey":MAILTO:lindsey@brightonfumc.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260411T093000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260411T123000 DTSTAMP:20260613T043046 CREATED:20260302T182043Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260305T165603Z UID:10002645-1775899800-1775910600@www.brightonfumc.org SUMMARY:Morning for Moms DESCRIPTION:A Half Day of Relaxation and Spiritual Renewal for Moms \nChildcare Available Nursery – 5th Grade (anyone in 6th grade and older is welcome to volunteer with the kids/nursery\, if their mom needs them to go with younger siblings). \nRetreat leader: Rev. Cora Glass \nFree \nRegister by Wednesday\, April 8. \n\n\nFill out my online form.\n\n Fill out my Wufoo form! URL:https://www.brightonfumc.org/event/morning-for-moms/ LOCATION:The Well\, Brighton Campus\, 400 E. Grand River Ae\, Brighton\, MI\, 48116\, United States CATEGORIES:Children,Fellowship,Small Groups & Classes ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.brightonfumc.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/Morning-for-Moms-2026-04_event.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Pastor Lindsey":MAILTO:lindsey@brightonfumc.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260328T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260328T190000 DTSTAMP:20260613T043046 CREATED:20230306T205546Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260216T171856Z UID:10000536-1774717200-1774724400@www.brightonfumc.org SUMMARY:Spaghetti Dinner DESCRIPTION:Help build homes through Habitat for Humanity just by eating spaghetti! \nA delicious way to support a great cause. The dinner menu includes spaghetti with marinara or meat sauce\, salad\, dinner roll\, desserts\, plus coffee and water. Note: Gluten-free pasta\, vegan cheese\, and gluten-free bread will be available as well. \nReservations are not required\, but your sign-up below will help us plan. Thank you! Donations accepted. Walk-ins welcome! \n\n\nFill out my online form.\n\n Fill out my Wufoo form! URL:https://www.brightonfumc.org/event/spaghetti-dinner/ LOCATION:First United Methodist Church-Whitmore Lake Campus\, 9318 Main\, Whitmore Lake\, MI\, 48189 CATEGORIES:Fellowship,Mission & Outreach ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.brightonfumc.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/Spaghetti-Dinner-2026_March.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="April Schauer":MAILTO:amschauer19@gmail.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260221T093000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260221T143000 DTSTAMP:20260613T043046 CREATED:20260113T173213Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260113T183402Z UID:10002625-1771666200-1771684200@www.brightonfumc.org SUMMARY:District Training DESCRIPTION:You are invited to this training — open to all church leaders\, pastors\, and those who are interested in building community connections\, exploring additional financial resources\, and developing discipleship opportunities. \n9:30 AM—Welcome \n9:45 AM Community Connection—Rock the Crock with Rev. John Messner \n10:00 AM Session 1: The Foundation with Rev. Joel Fitzgerald \n10:45 AM Community Connection—Artsy Friends with Rev. Melany Chalker \n11:00 AM Session 2: Grant Writing with Lisa Batten \n11:45 AM Community Connection—Free Coffee Hour with Rev. Sonrisa Cortes \nNoon—Lunch \n12:45 PM Session 3: Discipleship with Rev. Steven Manskar \n1:30 PM—Q&A Breakout Sessions: Foundation\, Grant Writing\, Discipleship and Community Connections \n2:15 PM—Closing \nDownload flyer \nRegister for the event at Howell FUMC \n  \nThis same event will take place again on March 7 at Adrian First UMC URL:https://www.brightonfumc.org/event/district-training/ LOCATION:Howell First United Methodist Church\, 1230 Bower St\, Howell\, MI\, 48843 CATEGORIES:Church & Society,Fellowship,Mission & Outreach ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.brightonfumc.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/Heritage-District-Winter-Training-Event_slide.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260220T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260220T193000 DTSTAMP:20260613T043046 CREATED:20241106T200412Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260122T212356Z UID:10002240-1771608600-1771615800@www.brightonfumc.org SUMMARY:Parent Night Out DESCRIPTION:Parents\, enjoy an evening out while your kids have a blast! Cost is free. Sign up to reserve your spot today — space is limited! \n\nRegister Online URL:https://www.brightonfumc.org/event/parent-night-out-2/ LOCATION:First United Methodist Church-Brighton Campus\, 400 E Grand River Ave\, Brighton\, MI\, 48116\, United States CATEGORIES:Children,Fellowship ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.brightonfumc.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/Parent-Night-Out-FEB-2026_event.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Pastor Lindsey":MAILTO:lindsey@brightonfumc.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260217T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260217T190000 DTSTAMP:20260613T043046 CREATED:20230123T214232Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260108T181042Z UID:10000148-1771347600-1771354800@www.brightonfumc.org SUMMARY:Pancake Dinner DESCRIPTION:Free Pancake Dinner sponsored by the Red Bird Mission Team. All donations will help defray the cost of materials on the home repair projects when the team goes to Kentucky in the fall. \nMenu will include: \n\nRegular/Blueberry/Chocolate Chip/Gluten-Free Pancakes\nSausage and Bacon\nApplesauce\nApple & Orange Juice\nRegular and Oat Milk\nCoffee/Tea\n\nThe Red Bird Mission in Beverly\, Kentucky serves the physical\, educational and spiritual needs of Appalachia. Red Bird Mission is a ministry of the United Methodist Church. There are opportunities for people of all ages and abilities to participate in this mission trip that will happen Oct. 4-9\, 2026. Contact Gene Smith. URL:https://www.brightonfumc.org/event/pancake-dinner/ LOCATION:First United Methodist Church-Brighton Campus\, 400 E Grand River Ave\, Brighton\, MI\, 48116\, United States CATEGORIES:Fellowship,Mission & Outreach ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.brightonfumc.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/Pancake-Dinner-2026.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Gene Smith":MAILTO:imgsmith1451@gmail.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260207T103000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260207T170000 DTSTAMP:20260613T043046 CREATED:20251223T205116Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260105T231638Z UID:10002622-1770460200-1770483600@www.brightonfumc.org SUMMARY:DIA Field Trip: Contemporary Anishinaabe Art DESCRIPTION:You are invited to the Detroit Institute of Arts to explore Native American art and film. \n\nWe will carpool from the Brighton Campus parking lot at 10:30 am and see the exhibit: “Contemporary Anishinaabe Art: A Continuation.”\n\n\nEnjoy lunch at the DIA Cafe (bring $$\, see below) and then at 2pm\, we will attend a lecture led by filmmaker Ishkuaazhe Shane McSauby who will introduce three of his short films.\n\nMuseum admission $20/person ($10 for seniors) includes the exhibits and films\, please RSVP below but you’ll pay for your ticket at the museum.\n\nReturn to church approximately 5pm.\n\nCafé DIA is a cafeteria-style restaurant that offers a menu of fresh foods including daily house-made soup or chili\, a grab & go bar\, traditional grill favorites\, and pizza. Vegetarian and gluten-free options are also available. \n\nField trip sponsored by the Church and Society Committee\, Anti-bias/Anti-racism Project. Please contact Kara Shuell to sign up and if you need a scholarship to attend.\n\n\nFill out my online form.\n\n Fill out my Wufoo form! URL:https://www.brightonfumc.org/event/dia-field-trip/ LOCATION:First United Methodist Church-Brighton Campus\, 400 E Grand River Ave\, Brighton\, MI\, 48116\, United States CATEGORIES:Church & Society,Fellowship ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.brightonfumc.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/DIA-Field-Trip-Feb-7-2026_event.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Kara Shuell":MAILTO:justice@brightonfumc.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260109T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260109T193000 DTSTAMP:20260613T043046 CREATED:20230201T190026Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251222T163354Z UID:10000151-1767979800-1767987000@www.brightonfumc.org SUMMARY:Parent Night Out DESCRIPTION:Parents\, enjoy an evening out while your kids have a blast! Cost is free. Sign up to reserve your spot today — space is limited! \n\nRegister Online\n\n\nYouth are welcome to volunteer! URL:https://www.brightonfumc.org/event/parent-night-out/ LOCATION:First United Methodist Church-Brighton Campus\, 400 E Grand River Ave\, Brighton\, MI\, 48116\, United States CATEGORIES:Children,Fellowship ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.brightonfumc.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/Parent-Night-Out-JAN-2026_event.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Pastor Lindsey":MAILTO:lindsey@brightonfumc.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20251228T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20251228T113000 DTSTAMP:20260613T043046 CREATED:20241216T165012Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251216T165042Z UID:10002263-1766916000-1766921400@www.brightonfumc.org 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 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.brightonfumc.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/All-the-Good-2025-12-28-promo-updated.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20251221T171500 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20251221T213000 DTSTAMP:20260613T043046 CREATED:20231101T163847Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251028T202545Z UID:10000065-1766337300-1766352600@www.brightonfumc.org 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 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.brightonfumc.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/GV-Caroling-2025_event.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Susan Kimball":MAILTO:susan@brightonfumc.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20251221T123000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20251221T143000 DTSTAMP:20260613T043046 CREATED:20251104T220526Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251216T202259Z UID:10002593-1766320200-1766327400@www.brightonfumc.org 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 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.brightonfumc.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/Weekly-Missions_Caroling-Brighton.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Susan Kimball":MAILTO:susan@brightonfumc.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20251214T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20251214T140000 DTSTAMP:20260613T043046 CREATED:20251104T220306Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251113T195935Z UID:10002592-1765717200-1765720800@www.brightonfumc.org 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 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20251123T103000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20251123T113000 DTSTAMP:20260613T043046 CREATED:20241030T141705Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251104T222408Z UID:10000066-1763893800-1763897400@www.brightonfumc.org 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 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.brightonfumc.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/11/Hanging-of-the-Greens-2023_Event.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Susan Kimball":MAILTO:susan@brightonfumc.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20251120T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20251120T200000 DTSTAMP:20260613T043046 CREATED:20251106T213649Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251106T213650Z UID:10002598-1763661600-1763668800@www.brightonfumc.org SUMMARY:Game Night DESCRIPTION:Enjoy an evening of fellowship and games like Euchre\, Uno\, Yahtzee and others. Bring a snack to share (optional). Drop in or come every 4th Thursday at 6:00. URL:https://www.brightonfumc.org/event/game-night-3-2-2-2/2025-11-20/ LOCATION:First United Methodist Church-Whitmore Lake Campus\, 9318 Main\, Whitmore Lake\, MI\, 48189 CATEGORIES:Fellowship ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.brightonfumc.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/Games-Night-2022_slide.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="April Schauer":MAILTO:amschauer19@gmail.com END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR