Summer Pop-Up Choir
LAST CHANCE TO SING IN THE SUMMER POP-UP CHOIR! Come August 31. Rehearse @ 9:15 a.m. in the sanctuary, Sing during worship @ 10 a.m.
Sunday School at the Movies!
Sundays through August - Kids grades K - 5 are invited to Sunday school at the Movies during worship. Follow Ms. Tracy to the Wesleyan Hall after Family Moment to enjoy faith and fun with movies!
DFUMC Membership Exploration
SEEKING A FAITH COMMUNITY? Curious about membership at Dearborn First UMC? Come explore church membership with Pastor Suzy Sunday, August 31 at 11:15 a.m. in the DFUMC Library Parlor. Get your questions answered and explore what it means to be part of a faith community at Dearborn First UMC.
Labor Day - DFUMC Office Closed
HAPPY Labor Day! In observance of the holiday, Dearborn First UMC offices will be closed Monday, September 1. Normal business hours will resume on Tuesday. For Pastoral Emergency, please call Pastor Suzy Todd at 313-563-5200, ex. 1.
Chancel Choir Rehearsal
ADULT CHOIR REHEARSALS will take place every Wednesday, starting September 10 at 7:15 p.m. in the Wesleyan Hall. All adults and youth (age 13+) are invited to participate. Contact Bob: music@dearbornfirstumc.org with questions.
The Book Club at Dearborn First UMC
The Book Club at Dearborn First UMC meets every 2nd Thursday of the month at 2 pm via In-person/Zoom hybrid. Email bookclub@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.
History of the Church Small Group Study
TUESDAYS @ 11 A.M.: This small group study returns after summer hiatus. The study begins with the Reformation (Luther, Calvin, and Anabaptists) and finishes up in early December discussing the issues that our church faces today. New class members are invited - This is a good point to join our journey through "Church History In Plain Language," led by Jack Linton and Tara Gnau. In-person only in Wesleyan Hall. The ongoing study runs through the beginning of December.
Carillons Adult Handbell Choir Rehearsal
ADULT HANDBELL CHOIR REHEARSALS will take place every Wednesday, starting September 17 at 6 p.m. in the 2nd floor bell room. If interested, please come or contact Sandi Smith: smccann1436@gmail.com with questions.
EVENT CANCELLED - L'Invenzione Baroque Ensemble
FREE CONCERT HAS BEEN CANCELLED DUE TO MUSICIAN INJURY: Dearborn First UMC presents Michigan-based L’Invenzione Baroque Ensemble and their collection, “In the Shadows of Vesuvius.”
Sunday School at the Movies!
Sundays through August - Kids grades K - 5 are invited to Sunday school at the Movies during worship. Follow Ms. Tracy to the Wesleyan Hall after Family Moment to enjoy faith and fun with movies!
Blessing of the Backpacks
BLESSING of the BACKPACKS at Dearborn First UMC! Sunday, August 24th during worship. Students and their backpacks will receive a special blessing. Get the school year started off right - blessed by God, full of promise and excitement!
Birthday Party + Ice Cream Social
Let’s Celebrate Pastor Suzy’s Big-60 with ice cream! SUNDAY, AUGUST 17 following worship.
Sunday School at the Movies!
Sundays through August - Kids grades K - 5 are invited to Sunday school at the Movies during worship. Follow Ms. Tracy to the Wesleyan Hall after Family Moment to enjoy faith and fun with movies!
Summer Pop-Up Choir
JOIN THE SUMMER POP-UP CHOIR! Low commitment. Come any or all Sundays: August 17, 31. Rehearse @ 9:15 a.m. in the sanctuary, Sing during worship @ 10 a.m.
Dearborn Community Food Pantry
Food Distribution takes place the third Saturday of every month. Show up at Good Shepherd UMC from 9 a.m. - 10 a.m. to serve, or to be served. Learn more on our food ministry web page.
Mission Team Planning Meeting
Get in on the Ground Floor of 2 MAJOR mission events Wednesday, August 13 @ 6:30 in the Wesleyan Hall. Come help plan “Church has Left the Building” - Sunday morning mission OUTSIDE our church building on September 21, and the Rotating Shelter January 3-10 as we feed and house clients of Cass Community Social Services. ALL ARE WELCOME!
Sermon Chat
Weekly Small Group Discussion starts Monday, August 11, 7 - 8 p.m. in DFUMC’s Wesleyan Hall. Faith-based conversations led by DFUMC member Dave Rooke, are based on the sermon topics from the prior Sunday. Flexible format means you can come to one, any, or all of the sessions as your schedule allows.
Sunday School at the Movies!
Sundays through August - Kids grades K - 5 are invited to Sunday school at the Movies during worship. Follow Ms. Tracy to the Wesleyan Hall after Family Moment to enjoy faith and fun with movies!
Summer Pop-Up Choir
JOIN THE SUMMER POP-UP CHOIR! Low commitment. Come any or all Sundays: August 10, 17, 31. Rehearse @ 9:15 a.m. in the sanctuary, Sing during worship @ 10 a.m.
Sunday School at the Movies!
Sundays through August - Kids grades K - 5 are invited to Sunday school at the Movies during worship. Follow Ms. Tracy to the Wesleyan Hall after Family Moment to enjoy faith and fun with movies!
Summer Pop-Up Choir
JOIN THE SUMMER POP-UP CHOIR! Low commitment. Come any or all Sundays: August 3, 10, 17, 31. Rehearse @ 9:15 a.m. in the sanctuary, Sing during worship @ 10 a.m.
Homecoming Parking Fundraiser!
Support Kids and Youth programs while you have fun greeting the community! Help park cars during Dearborn Homecoming. Proceeds support Kid and youth programs like camp scholarships and mission trips.
Graduate Recognition Sunday
Celebrating Graduates and DFUMC scholarship recipients Sunday, July 27 @ 10 a.m. during worship. Come in person or worship via livestream on Facebook, our website, or on YouTube.
FREE Community Picnic
LET YOUR LIGHT SHINE at the FAMILY FUN DAY & COMMUNITY PICNIC! Saturday, July 26. Activities: 9 a.m. - Noon, Community Picnic: Noon - 1:30 p.m. Dearborn First UMC parking lot and grounds. Enjoy a morning of FREE outdoor fun, followed by a FREE community hot dog picnic! Walk-ins welcome, too!
FREE Family Fun Day & Community Picnic
LET YOUR LIGHT SHINE at the FAMILY FUN DAY & COMMUNITY PICNIC! Saturday, July 26. Activities: 9 a.m. - Noon, Community Picnic: Noon - 1:30 p.m. Dearborn First UMC parking lot and grounds. Enjoy a morning of FREE outdoor fun, followed by a FREE community hot dog picnic!
Graduate Recognition Sunday
Celebrating Graduates Sunday, July 20 @ 10 a.m. during worship. Come in person or worship via livestream on Facebook, our website, or on YouTube.
Dearborn First Young Adults Night Out
Hey Young Adults! Come for a fun night out at Ferndale’s The Corner restaurant for games and dining! Carpool options available or meet the group there. Contact Bailey to RSVP: youngadults@DearbornFirstUMC.org
Dearborn Community Food Pantry
Food Distribution takes place the third Saturday of every month. Show up at Good Shepherd UMC from 9 a.m. - 10 a.m. to serve, or to be served. Learn more on our food ministry web page.
Summer Pop-Up Choir
JOIN THE SUMMER POP-UP CHOIR! Low commitment. Come any or all Sundays: July 6, 13, August 3, 10, 17, 31. Rehearse @ 9:15 a.m. in the sanctuary, Sing during worship @ 10 a.m.
Summer Pop-Up Choir
JOIN THE SUMMER POP-UP CHOIR! Low commitment. Come any or all Sundays: July 6, 13, August 3, 10, 17, 31. Rehearse @ 9:15 a.m. in the sanctuary, Sing during worship @ 10 a.m.
Dearborn Community Food Pantry
Food Distribution takes place the third Saturday of every month. Show up at Good Shepherd UMC from 9 a.m. - 10 a.m. to serve, or to be served. Learn more on our food ministry web page.
Juneteenth - Office Closed
Dearborn First UMC Offices closed in honor of Juneteenth. As Friday is the following day, and normally a non-business day, office hours will resume Monday, June 23rd. For pastoral emergencies, call Pastor Suzy Todd: 313-563-5200, ext. 1.
Outdoor/Indoor Work Day
DFUMC Climate Consciousness Team is hosting a work day Saturday, September 14, 9 a.m. - noon. Tasks include planting to help our gardens thrive naturally, with less watering and maintenance, as well as continued work to restore the large kitchen to working order. Come help improve our impact on God’s creation and our ability to serve within our community!
All-Church Tigers Game
ALL-CHURCH OUTING: A Detroit Tigers Game! Friday, June 13, 7:10 p.m. @ Comerica Park. Reserve your tickets by Wednesday, May 28 - fill out the online form or contact the church office.
The Book Club at Dearborn First UMC
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.
Last Day of Sunday School
Celebrate on this last day of Sunday school before summer break! Gather for Sunday school before worship starts for a special time together!
Sunday Worship - One Spirit, One Table
Sunday, June 8 @ 10 a.m., come experience the Holy Spirit working in and through the church as we celebrate Pentecost, welcome new members, take part in Holy Communion and celebrate Pride all as one beautiful, diverse body in Christ.
New Member Welcome
SUNDAY, June 8 @ 10 A.M. Dearborn First UMC will welcome new members into this inclusive, affirming faith community during worship.