The Book Club at Dearborn First UMC meets every 2nd Thursday of the month at 2 pm via In-person/Zoom hybrid. Email library@dearbornfirstumc.org for the zoom link, or contact the church office during business hours (M-Th 8:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m.) 313.563.5200. The schedule of book titles through the year can be found at DearbornFirstUMC.org/book-club.

COME CELEBRATE CHRISTIAN SUMMER CAMPING at Dearborn First UMC on Sunday, April 7 at 10 a.m., when kids and kids-at-heart will experience some camp-themed fun! And please wear your favorite camp or Christian t-shirt that morning. Come hear about the difference Christian summer camp can make in the lives of all involved!

EASTER FUN FOR ALL AGES! Grab your basket and come to Dearborn First UMC’s parking lot where you can load up on goodies as you follow the trail of festively-decorated trunks and friendly faces!

FREE CONCERT SUNDAY, MARCH 24, 3:30 P.M. - Dearborn First UMC Chancel Choir presents John Rutter’s REQUIEM, a musical setting of the last days of Christ. Open to the public.

The FREE event will feature a guest speaker, Rev. Steve Perrine of Good Shepherd United Methodist Church in Dearborn, as well as a light breakfast of hard-boiled eggs, pastries, fruit and coffee or tea. RSVP using the online form, or contact the church office: 313-563-5200

ALL AGES ARE INVITED to come make cards for our homebound friends, Wednesday, March 20, 5 - 6:30 p.m. in the DFUMC library as part of Dearborn First UMC’s Lenten opportunities for mission and caring. Pizza served at 5 p.m.

The Book Club at Dearborn First UMC meets every 2nd Thursday of the month at 2 pm via In-person/Zoom hybrid. Email library@dearbornfirstumc.org for the zoom link, or contact the church office during business hours (M-Th 8:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m.) 313.563.5200. The schedule of book titles through the year can be found at DearbornFirstUMC.org/book-club.

VOLUNTEERS NEEDED at Penrickton Center for Blind Children, Monday, March 11, 9:30 a.m. - noon, as part of Dearborn First UMC’s Lenten mission events. Meet at 9 a.m. in the DFUMC parking lot to carpool. Contact Glenys Nellist with questions: glenysnellist@gmail.com.

COME EXPERIENCE WORSHIP FOR ALL AGES at Dearborn First UMC! On Sunday, March 3, youth and kids will take active roles leading our Intergenerational Worship service when kids and kids-at-heart will share praise, prayer, and Holy Communion together!

FREE WORKSHOP: “Anxiety - when is it too much?” Anxiety is a normal part of our daily lives, but how do you know when it’s too much? Andrew Gladstone-Highland, Licensed Clinical Social Worker and owner of Harvest Therapy Center, will help us recognize signs and learn what to do. LIGHT LUNCH & CHILD CARE PROVIDED.

VOLUNTEERS NEEDED at Cass Community Social Services Thursday, February 22, 9:30 a.m. as part of Dearborn First UMC’s Lenten mission events. Meet at 9 a.m. in the DFUMC parking lot to carpool. Duties are yet unknown, so come prepared for anything.

Sunday, February 18th we’ll recognize and thank our dedicated clergy and staff for all their hard work and service over the last year. Monetary gifts of appreciation can be given online, or via check payable to Dearborn First UMC. Details at dearbornfirstumc.org/give.

FREE WORKSHOP: “Holidays, New Year … Same us?” Andrew Gladstone-Highland, Licensed Clinical Social Worker and owner of Harvest Therapy Center, works us through the down time after the holidays. LIGHT LUNCH & CHILD CARE PROVIDED.

Come honor the greatness woven throughout the life of Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. through a celebration with song, prayer, and acknowledgement of those within our congregations who are pivotal examples of his legacy.

Attend in person or via livestream

Presented by the Greater Detroit District of the United Methodist Church. Co-hosted by: Royal Oak First United Methodist Church.

The Book Club at Dearborn First UMC meets every 2nd Thursday of the month at 2 pm via In-person/Zoom hybrid. Email library@dearbornfirstumc.org for the zoom link, or contact the church office during business hours (M-Th 8:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m.) 313.563.5200. The schedule of book titles through the year can be found at DearbornFirstUMC.org/book-club.

JOINT HANDBELL CONCERT for Advent, brought to you by Carillons and Te Deum handbell choirs. Conducted by Sandi Smith and Nancy Plumley. FREE

Hanging of the Greens Staging & Setup party to deck the halls for Advent! Wednesday, November 29. Pizza and snacks at 5 p.m. Staging and setup activities start at 5:30 p.m.

SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 19 @ 2:30 P.M. - Live in concert: the Award-winning Five Lakes Silver Band at Dearborn First UMC! Admission = your donation. Spread the word - bring a friend!

HOLIDAY IN-GATHERING: bring food donations to 10 a.m. worship to support the food pantries at Henry Ford College and U-M Dearborn.

SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 11, 10:30 a.m. - 2:30 p.m. - 2nd Annual Israel-Palestine Forum featuring Jonathan Kuttab, Christ Episcopal Church, 120 N. Military. Sponsored by Intercultural Community Center in Dearborn in partnership with Dearborn First UMC, St. Paul Lutheran Church, Christ Episcopal Church, Mother of the Savior Church, Jewish Voice for Peace - Detroit, and Friends of Sabeel North America.

FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 10, 5 - 7 P.M., Good Shepherd UMC, 1570 S. Mason St., Dearborn. You are invited to a FREE Thanksgiving dinner with all the fixings in honor of veterans, featuring the live music of Randall Poindexter, jazz pianist.

The Book Club at Dearborn First UMC meets every 2nd Thursday of the month at 2 pm via In-person/Zoom hybrid. Email library@dearbornfirstumc.org for the zoom link, or contact the church office during business hours (M-Th 8:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m.) 313.563.5200. The schedule of book titles through the year can be found at DearbornFirstUMC.org/book-club.

Dearborn First UMC will remember loved ones who have passed away in the last year on Sunday, November 5th during 10 a.m. worship. Submit the name and photo of your loved one via online form here or contact the church office during business hours: office@dearbornfirstumc.org or call 313.563.5200

Dearborn First UMC’s annual Charge Conference, the yearly business meeting of the local church, will take place Sunday, October 29th at 4:30 p.m. via Zoom. RSVP for the zoom link by Wednesday, October 25th.

Dearborn First UMC TRUNK OR TREAT Saturday, October 28, 3 - 4 p.m., Dearborn First UMC parking lot, 22124 Garrison St. Candy and FUN for all ages!

WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 25, 5:30 P.M. - 7:30 P.M.. Dearborn First UMC Library/Welcome Center. Come help pack donated items into Dignity Kits to help those who are rebuilding after natural and man-made disasters. PERFECT FOR ALL AGES - this event is flexible to accommodate, age, ability, and choir rehearsals! Come and Go as you need to. Pizza is provided.

FREE WORKSHOP - Caregiving Across Generations: Finding Care for Caregivers, Led by Andrew Gladstone-Highland, Licensed Clinical Social Worker and owner of Harvest Therapy Center. Tthought-provoking for anybody who is a caregiver of children, aging parents, spouse, friend or other loved one. LIGHT LUNCH & CHILD CARE PROVIDED.