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SUMMARY:Falling Upward Book Study
DESCRIPTION:Many of us tend to think of the second half of life as largely about getting old\, dealing with health issues\, and letting go of life\, but the whole thesis of this book is exactly the opposite.  What looks like falling down can be experienced as “falling upward.” The book offers practical guidance that you can use to live a life of love and meaning in a world of suffering and challenge. \nLearn how we “grow spiritually much more by doing it wrong than by doing it right.” Understand why so many of us resist falling into the second half of life. \nRegister \nPastor Jon shares that author Richard Rohr is brilliant thinker and a wonderful writer. Father Rohr is a regular Sojourners and Tikkun magazines.
URL:https://www.brightonfumc.org/event/falling-upward-book-study/2026-05-01/
LOCATION:First United Methodist Church-Brighton Campus\, 400 E Grand River Ave\, Brighton\, MI\, 48116\, United States
CATEGORIES:Small Groups & Classes
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ORGANIZER;CN="Pastor Jon":MAILTO:jon@brightonfumc.org
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SUMMARY:Mothers Leading Mothers
DESCRIPTION:Mothers Leading Mothers is a supportive and encouraging community for mothers in the throes of active parenting to learn from and grow with one another. It meets online because you’re busy and the kids are in bed. 😉 \nRegister \nSession 1\, Feb. 24\nShe Led the Way: This month’s topic\, “She Led The Way: A Spotlight on Women Leaders” celebrates the stories\, strength and faith of women who led with courage and purpose. Come be inspired\, connect with other moms and reflect on the ways leadership shows up in our own lives and families.\nSession 2\, March 24\n\nGrateful in the Becoming: We’ll explore how to practice gratitude in the becoming\, the process of growing\, evolving\, and unfolding as mothers\, women\, and humans. This conversation focuses on gratitude not only for what is\, but for what is becoming within us.\n\nSession 2\, April 28\nComing Soon\n 
URL:https://www.brightonfumc.org/event/mothers-leading-mothers/2026-04-28/
LOCATION:First United Methodist Church-Brighton Campus\, 400 E Grand River Ave\, Brighton\, MI\, 48116\, United States
CATEGORIES:Small Groups & Classes
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ORGANIZER;CN="Pastor Lindsey":MAILTO:lindsey@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/2026-04-28/
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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SUMMARY:Journey Through Grief
DESCRIPTION:A small group for remembering\, learning a little about your grief\, and connecting with others\nwho have also lost a loved one. Led by Pastor Lynn\, Deacon Loretta and Pastor Jon. Contact Pastor Lynn. \n 
URL:https://www.brightonfumc.org/event/journey-through-grief-2/
LOCATION:First United Methodist Church-Brighton Campus\, 400 E Grand River Ave\, Brighton\, MI\, 48116\, United States
CATEGORIES:Small Groups & Classes,Support Groups
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ORGANIZER;CN="Rev. Lynn Hasley":MAILTO:lynn@brightonfumc.org
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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
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ORGANIZER;CN="Pastor Lindsey":MAILTO:lindsey@brightonfumc.org
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SUMMARY:Disciple Bible Study
DESCRIPTION:Disciple Fast Track provides a great option for busy people who seek to gain a better understanding of the Bible and want to grow as disciples. No previous Bible study is required. Participants are asked to read a manageable 3-5 chapters of the Bible (Old Testament) daily in preparation for the weekly meetings. As part of the weekly group meeting you will watch a brief\, illustrated video\, followed by a lively and engaging discussion of the current weeks’ session. Led by Bruce Stark. Runs Sept. 9-Nov. 25.
URL:https://www.brightonfumc.org/event/disciple-bible-study/2025-11-25/
LOCATION:First United Methodist Church-Brighton Campus\, 400 E Grand River Ave\, Brighton\, MI\, 48116\, United States
CATEGORIES:Small Groups & Classes
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ORGANIZER;CN="Bruce Stark":MAILTO:bstark@andersonexpress.com
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SUMMARY:Faith in the Face of Empire
DESCRIPTION:Virtual Book Study: “Faith in the Face of Empire: The Bible Through Palestinian Eyes” by Mitri Raheb. Sponsored by Michigan Conference Board of Justice\, Church & Society\, Task Force Promoting Justice in the Middle East. Zoom class led by Randie Clawson with in-person conversations led by Ben Tasich. Meets Tuesdays at 6:45-8:15 pm\, Sept. 16\, Oct. 21 and Nov. 18. Register online. Purchase your book through your favorite bookseller. Hybrid Class. Zoom link will be shared with registrants.
URL:https://www.brightonfumc.org/event/faith-in-the-face-of-empire/2025-11-18/
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="Randie Clawson":MAILTO:randie.clawson@gmail.com
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