Waiting with Wonder
at
Dearborn First UMC
Experience the season of preparation, anticipation, and wonder,
culminating in the birth of Jesus - God’s gift - the Light of the World.
Celebrate Christmas Eve.
Tuesday, December 24
3 UNIQUE SERVICES, STARTING AT 5 PM!
Children and adults alike will hear the Good News as we celebrate the birth of Jesus.
5 p.m.
Dearborn First Kids:
ABCs of CHRISTMAS!
In-Person | Online
Kids and Kids-at-heart will learn their ABCs - of CHRISTMAS!
Come celebrate the birth of Jesus at this special service, perfect for all ages!
This service is tailored for all ages. Wee worship space is available in the sanctuary for kids 4 and under.
7 p.m.
A Service of
LESSONS & CAROLS
In-Person | Online
6:30 p.m - Pre-service music during arrival and gathering
Experience the Christmas story told through song and scriptures, featuring voice, handbells, and strings!
Childcare available for kids birth - 12 years. Check in your kid(s) prior to the service. Arrive at the exterior nursery door off the parking lot at the rear of the church.
11 p.m.
COMMUNION & CANDLELIGHT
In-Person Only
Greet Christmas morning with this simple reflective service featuring Holy Communion, open to all regardless of age, race, ethnicity, sexual orientation or practice, gender identity or expression, social-economic status or religious background.
Plan your visit.
Get directions, find parking, and check out kid spaces.
OR find three options for viewing services on livestream.
Worship and Reflect as you Wait
SERMON SERIES: WAITING WITH WONDER
SUNDAY IN-PERSON OR LIVESTREAM WORSHIP
STARTS DECEMBER 1 @ 10 A.M.
Sermon: “Slow Down, Pay Attention”
Scripture: Mark 1:1-8
Special Service for Hanging of the Greens during worship
DECEMBER 8: “The World As It Is: Be Honest”
DECEMBER 15: “The Ultimate Advent Playlist: Listen”
DECEMBER 22: “The Light in the Darkness: Look”
WEEKLY SERMON CHATS
TAKE PART IN WEEKLY SMALL-GROUP DISCUSSIONS BASED ON THE SERMON
MONDAYS VIA ZOOM
STARTS DECEMBER 2
6:30 p.m. - Led by Pastor Suzy Todd
TUESDAYS IN PERSON
STARTS DECEMBER 3
10:30 A.M. - Dearborn First UMC Wesleyan Hall
LEARN MORE & RSVP for Zoom link at DearbornFirstUMC.org/study
Experience hope & joy of the season
ADVENT MISSION PROJECT:
Warm Fuzzy Tree
Donate hats and mittens to ensure kids in Dearborn schools stay warm this winter. Bring donations to the church during worship or office hours.
ADVENT ACTIVITY KITS for Dearborn First Kids!
Starting December 1, kids will receive Advent activity kits to count down to Christmas and the birth of Jesus! Inspire a sense of wonder as you wait!
FREE HOLIDAY CONCERT:
Detroit Handbell Ensemble
SUNDAY, DEC. 15 at 4 P.M.
Dearborn First UMC Sanctuary
Spread the word - bring a friend!
Sing through
THE LONGEST NIGHT with Motor City Wesley
SATURDAY, DECEMBER 21
7 - 9 p.m.
Mexican Fiesta Restaurant, Dearborn Heights
