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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
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20251224T210000
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SUMMARY:Christmas Eve Worship 11am\, 5pm\, 7pm\, 9pm
DESCRIPTION:Bring your family and friends for a meaningful service to hear the Christmas Story\, celebrate Holy Communion\, enjoy Christmas music\, candle lighting\, and fellowship. \nBrighton Campus\n11 am – Worship designed for young children and their families \n5 pm – Band-led Worship \n7 pm*– Worship with handbells and choir \n9 pm – Worship with handbells and choir \n*7 pm Service Livestreamed on YouTube and Facebook \n\n\n\nChild-Centered Morning Worship\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThe 11 am service is not just child-friendly\, it’s child-centered! As you enter the worship space\, children will be invited to wear a nativity costume and participate from their seats with their families. They may even recognize some of their preschool or Sunday school teachers who are part of the storytelling! Following the service\, we’ll sing “happy birthday” to Jesus and enjoy birthday cupcakes! 
URL:https://www.brightonfumc.org/event/christmas-eve-worship/2025-12-24/4/
LOCATION:First United Methodist Church-Brighton Campus\, 400 E Grand River Ave\, Brighton\, MI\, 48116\, United States
CATEGORIES:Advent,Worship & Prayer
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ORGANIZER;CN="Pastor Lindsey":MAILTO:lindsey@brightonfumc.org
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SUMMARY:Christmas Eve Worship 11 am
DESCRIPTION:The 11 am service is not just child-friendly\, it’s child-centered! As you enter the worship space\, children will be invited to wear a nativity costume and participate from their seats with their families. They may even recognize some of their preschool or Sunday school teachers who are part of the storytelling! Following the service\, we’ll sing “happy birthday” to Jesus and enjoy birthday cupcakes!  \nLooking for an evening service? \nPlease see the details for the 5 pm\, 7 pm and 9 pm Christmas Eve Worship Services
URL:https://www.brightonfumc.org/event/christmas-eve-worship-11-am/
LOCATION:First United Methodist Church-Brighton Campus\, 400 E Grand River Ave\, Brighton\, MI\, 48116\, United States
CATEGORIES:Advent,Children,Worship & Prayer
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ORGANIZER;CN="Pastor Lindsey":MAILTO:lindsey@brightonfumc.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20251221T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20251221T143000
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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
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ORGANIZER;CN="Susan Kimball":MAILTO:susan@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:Hanging of the Greens (B)
DESCRIPTION:Help decorate the church for Advent. Many hands make light work!\n\n10 am at the Brighton Campus\n\nContact Susan (Snow) Kimball\, susan@brightonfumc.org.
URL:https://www.brightonfumc.org/event/hanging-of-the-greens-b/
LOCATION:First United Methodist Church-Brighton Campus\, 400 E Grand River Ave\, Brighton\, MI\, 48116\, United States
CATEGORIES:Advent
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ORGANIZER;CN="Susan Kimball":MAILTO:susan@brightonfumc.org
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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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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20251109T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20251109T120000
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SUMMARY:Veteran's Day Observed
DESCRIPTION:We honor those who have served this country in the miliary. To have your veteran recognized in the worship service\, please send a digital photo along with their name\, rank and where they served to photo@brightonfumc.org by Oct. 26.
URL:https://www.brightonfumc.org/event/veterans-day-observed/
LOCATION:First United Methodist Church-Brighton Campus\, 400 E Grand River Ave\, Brighton\, MI\, 48116\, United States
CATEGORIES:Worship & Prayer
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20251108T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20251108T113000
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SUMMARY:Church Conference
DESCRIPTION:The annual meeting of the church includes approving leadership nominations\, pastor salaries\, etc. Everyone is welcome to attend\, however only church members may vote on items during the conference. Other district churches will be holding their conferences at that same time. \n9:30 am Worship (Sanctuary) \n10:15 am Conference
URL:https://www.brightonfumc.org/event/church-conference/
LOCATION:First United Methodist Church-Brighton Campus\, 400 E Grand River Ave\, Brighton\, MI\, 48116\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Pastor Jon":MAILTO:jon@brightonfumc.org
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