First United Methodist Church-Brighton & Whitmore Lake

Spaghetti Dinner
2026-09-26 17:00 - 19:00 (America/Detroit) | First United Methodist Church-Whitmore Lake Campus, 9318 Main, Whitmore Lake, MI, 48189
Help build homes through Habitat for Humanity just by eating spaghetti! A delicious way to support a great cause.

Menu includes spaghetti with marinara or meat sauce, salad, dinner rolls, desserts, plus coffee, water, iced tea and lemonade. Note: Gluten-free pasta, vegan cheese, and gluten-free bread will be available.

Reservations are not required, but your sign-up below will help us plan. Walk-ins welcome! Donations appreciated.

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Red Bird Mission Trip
2026-10-04 - 2026-10-09 | Red Bird Mission, Dorm Road, Queendale, 40913, United States
The 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.
Some examples of work projects are roof replacement, small room additions, painting, building porches or ramps, and grounds keeping. Other light-duty work is available such as office work, craft and community store helpers, and recycling. A single fee covers the cost of each person’s lodging, meals, and materials used.
Note: when donating to this mission, please specify “trip,” “scrap metal drive,” etc. Thank you!

Fellowship with a Focus
2026-11-01 16:00 - 18:00 | First United Methodist Church-Brighton Campus, 400 E Grand River Ave, Brighton, MI, 48116, United States
It’s a Potluck with a twist. Enjoy food and fellowship followed by activity stations sponsored by the hardworking justice projects of the Church & Society Committee. Please bring a dish to pass. Everyone welcome! Families, too!

Holiday Craft Show
2026-11-21 09:00 - 15:00 | First United Methodist Church-Whitmore Lake Campus, 9318 Main, Whitmore Lake, MI, 48189
Holiday Craft Show • Bake Sale • Luncheon
Time to start holiday shopping! Choose from handmade items, baked goods and enjoy lunch! New vendors this year!
Crafters: contact Darla Miller, 810-231-9816.

Civil Rights Pilgrimage
2027-01-30 - 2027-02-05
A seven-day trip to five cities in the south that saw the most pivotal moments of the civil rights movements. Trip organized by the Church & Society Committee at First United Methodist Church – Brighton & Whitmore Lake through Educational Opportunities. Through visits, study and conversation we’ll share the journey of learning to better understand our history as a country and how the past informs the present and the future.
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Link to slides from information session
Dates: Jan. 30-Feb. 5, 2027
Costs: $2,159 per person for double occupancy (add $610 for single room)
Additional costs: Your travel to/from Atlanta and some meals
Registration link ($100 deposit required)

Liberia Trip
2027-02-20 - 2027-02-27
Pastor Jon, Bishop David Bard and others from the Michigan Conference of the United Methodist Church as well as First UMC – Brighton & Whitmore Lake will travel to our partner organizations in Liberia.
Cost $2,500

Visit mission partners such as:

Readers to Leaders Schools
United Methodist Health Clinics
Bishop Judith Craig Children’s Village
Water for Life Wells
and more

Contact Rev. Jon Reynolds for more information, deadlines, etc.
