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Each Sunday throughout Advent, worship will explore how unexpected life changes can poen the way for God’s presence and bring joy followed by hands-on mission projects.
Children are invited to attend Sunday School 9:30 – 10:30 am. Find the check in table downstairs below the sanctuary. Drop off before worship and pick up afterwards. You’ll find two classes: pre-k through first grade and second through fifth grade. A special Christmas Party will take place on Dec. 6 during Sunday School. No Sunday School Dec. 27. Learn more
Children (pre-k through sixth grade) are invited to worship with their parents through the first three songs, then they may meet their teachers in the back of the sanctuary for a short lesson and activity. They will return to the sanctuary during the offering time, before the closing songs. A special Christmas Party will take place on Dec. 6 during Children’s Message. Learn more
Nursery care is provided for children (ages 12 to 36 months) of families attending worship (both services) or Sunday School at the Brighton Campus.
Sign-in at the check-in table outside the nursery room (lower level in the Children’s Ministry wing underneath the Sanctuary) and pick-up from the nursery room.
Meets alternating Wednesdays 6-7:30 pm at The Well, Brighton Campus. Grades 5-12. A Youth Group Christmas Party takes place Dec. 16. Contact Pastor Lindsey, lindsey@brightonfumc.org Learn more
Bring your family and friends for a meaningful service to hear the Christmas Story, celebrate Holy Communion, enjoy Christmas music, candle lighting, and fellowship.
Note: one service only at Brighton Campus.
Prepare for Christmas with a meaningful Advent journey! 🌟 This Advent, join the book study, God’s Surprises for the Season–The Blessing of Broken Plans.
In this four-week Advent study, pastor and teacher Susan Robb, explores how our own broken plans may open the way for God’s presence, and how every holy surprise carries a blessing. This practical and comforting study helps you see your own changed plans in light of God’s surprising presence, offering encouragement for real-life challenges during the Christmas season.
Books are available in the Brighton Campus Library and at the Whitmore Lake Campus Upper Hall ($??). You can also follow the study on Amplify. You can get a free subscription to Amplify through First United Methodist-Brighton and Whitmore Lake (learn more).
list of classes
Sign up online or contact Pastor Lindsey Hall, lindsey@brightonfumc.org.
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 2026 dates: Feb. 22, April 26, June 28, Aug. 23, Oct. 25, Dec. 27. You do not need a reservation. We look forward to seeing you.
2026 JUN-DEC FISH AND LOAVES SCHEDULE 2
Contact Deborah Scharp.
Consider helping in one of these ways:
Fish and Loaves is coordinated by Love INC and serves all who come seeking food and fellowship.
Ring in the holiday season with cheer and generosity. First United Methodist Church volunteers will be bell ringers at Salvation Army “red kettle” sites on Nov. 29 and Dec. 6. SIGN UP or Contact Bob Hemphill.
Young People’s Worship Arts Presents
Two Free Performances: Sunday, December 13 during worship services at 9:30 and 11 am.
