Lent & Easter

Lenten Series: Unpacking the Hard Stuff

Feb. 22-March 29

Palm Sunday: March 29

Easter Sunday: April 5

Sunday Worship

  • Brighton Campus
    • 9:30 am Worship* and Sunday School/Nursery
    • Fellowship Time after each service
    • 11:00 am Band-Led Worship* and Children’s Message/Nursery
    • *Livestreamed on Facebook and YouTube
  • Whitmore Lake Campus
    • 9:15 am Worship
    • Fellowship Time after service

Holy Week

Holy Week is bookended by Palm Sunday (Jesus’ triumphant entrance into Jeruselem) and Easter Sunday (celebrating the resurrection of Jesus). During the week we mark the significant events of the Jesus’ last days, including Maundy Thursday (when he gathered with his followers for a meal that we remember as the Lord’s Supper) and Good Friday (where Jesus was executed and laid to rest).

Holy Week Events

  • Maundy Thursday Service

    First United Methodist Church-Brighton Campus 400 E Grand River Ave, Brighton, MI, United States
    Worship & Prayer

    Soliloquy of the Twelve On this night, Jesus knelt to wash dusty feet. He broke bread with friends and strangers. Immerse yourself in Holy Week... read more

  • Good Friday-12pm

    First United Methodist Church-Whitmore Lake Campus 9318 Main, Whitmore Lake, MI
    Worship & Prayer

    On Good Friday, we stand at the foot of the cross and bear witness to the final hours of Jesus’ life. Through scripture and reflection,... read more

  • Good Friday-7pm

    First United Methodist Church-Brighton Campus 400 E Grand River Ave, Brighton, MI, United States
    Worship & Prayer

    On Good Friday, we stand at the foot of the cross and bear witness to the final hours of Jesus’ life. Through scripture and reflection,... read more

  • Easter Sunday-Sunrise Service

    First United Methodist Church-Brighton Campus 400 E Grand River Ave, Brighton, MI, United States
    Worship & Prayer

    "Morning has broken" — gather for a special sunrise service in the Memorial Garden celebrating the resurrection of the risen Christ. Refreshments available after the... read more

  • Easter Sunday-Whitmore Lake

    First United Methodist Church-Whitmore Lake Campus 9318 Main, Whitmore Lake, MI
    Worship & Prayer

    Hallelujah! Christ Is Risen! He Is Risen Indeed! You are invited to worship on this day of triumph and hope. Whitmore Lake Campus 9:15 am... read more

  • Easter Sunday-Brighton (9:30 and 11 am)

    Easter Sunday
    First United Methodist Church-Brighton Campus 400 E Grand River Ave, Brighton, MI, United States
    Worship & Prayer

    Hallelujah! Christ Is Risen! He Is Risen Indeed! You are invited to worship on this day of triumph and hope. Brighton Campus 7:15 am Sunrise... read more

Lenten Events

  • Ash Wednesday, Brighton Campus-7pm

    First United Methodist Church-Brighton Campus 400 E Grand River Ave, Brighton, MI, United States
    Worship & Prayer

    Ash Wednesday marks the start of Lent—a season of reflection, repentance, and renewal. In a world that moves fast, this is an invitation to pause,... read more

  • Egg Hunt-Brighton

    First United Methodist Church-Brighton Campus 400 E Grand River Ave, Brighton, MI, United States
    Children

    Children and their families are invited to a FREE outdoor Easter Egg Hunt, April 12. We are so excited to share the joy of Easter... read more

  • Egg Hunt-Whitmore Lake

    First United Methodist Church-Whitmore Lake Campus 9318 Main, Whitmore Lake, MI
    Children

    Children and their families are invited to a FREE outdoor Easter Egg Hunt, March 21. We are so excited to share the joy of Easter... read more

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Easter Flowers

Dedicate Easter flowers that will decorate the sanctuary in honor or memory of someone dear to you. The church pays $20-$50 per plant. Your donation in whatever amount you are able to give will help offset the cost of the flowers. Donors are welcome take home a plant after the 11 am service on April 5. Flowers remaining after two weeks will be donated.

Order online or with the envelopes at church (Community Room-Brighton Campus or Upper Hall-Whitmore Lake Campus) by March 29 You can pay online or by check (mark “Easter flowers” on your giving envelope or check memo line).

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