New Member Welcome
SUNDAY, February 15 @ 10 A.M. Dearborn First UMC will welcome new members into this inclusive, affirming faith community during worship.
Sacred Wounds Discussion Group
Are you feeling lost, hurt or confused due to religious or spiritual trauma? Do you know somebody who is?
Join Pastor Suzy through this compassionate roadmap to healing.
This 3-week small group study starts February 15, 7 - 9 p.m. and meets in the DFUMC parlor.
Ash Wednesday Worship Service
Mark the beginning of Lent with this service of ashes Wednesday, February 18 at 7 p.m. The is a service of witness to our personal sin and to our communal failure to protect our neighbors from the oppression of persecution and deportation.
Sacred Wounds Discussion Group
Are you feeling lost, hurt or confused due to religious or spiritual trauma? Do you know somebody who is?
Join Pastor Suzy through this compassionate roadmap to healing.
This 3-week small group study starts February 15, 7 - 9 p.m. and meets in the DFUMC parlor.
Knowing Who We Are Online Study
Starting Tuesday, Feb. 24, Join Michigan United Methodists in a 6-week online study during Lent: “Knowing Who We Are” by Laceye Warner in preparation for annual conference, which will focus on our United Methodist identity. Choose a noontime or evening session. Pastor Suzy will lead this study again at Dearborn First UMC in June. More details at DearbornFirstUMC.org/study
Knowing Who We Are Online Study - Evening
Starting Tuesday, Feb. 24, Join Michigan United Methodists in a 6-week online study during Lent: “Knowing Who We Are” by Laceye Warner in preparation for annual conference, which will focus on our United Methodist identity. Choose a noontime or evening session. Pastor Suzy will lead this study again at Dearborn First UMC in June. More details at DearbornFirstUMC.org/study
Mission Crafting
Tap into your creative side and use your skills for a good cause! Come to MISSION CRAFTING Wednesdays, starting February 26, 5 - 6 p.m. in DFUMC’s former library space. Projects include creating a non-traditional worship banner from pop cans, weaving mats from plastic grocery bags for unhoused persons, and sewing dresses from pillow cases for children in Africa.
Game Night!
Come have fun at Wednesday Game Nights, starting February 25, 6 - 7 p.m. in the Wesleyan Hall! All are welcome!
Sacred Wounds Discussion Group
Are you feeling lost, hurt or confused due to religious or spiritual trauma? Do you know somebody who is?
Join Pastor Suzy through this compassionate roadmap to healing.
This 3-week small group study starts February 15, 7 - 9 p.m. and meets in the DFUMC parlor.
A Night of Art & Protest
THURSDAY, March 12 @ 7 P.M., come to Dearborn First UMC to experience a night of advocacy and justice-seeking through art of all forms: visual arts, music, storytelling, and spoken prose. This event will focus on the militarization in our communities.
Michigan UMC ADVOCACY DAY
Michigan UMC Advocacy Day, Wednesday, March 18 in Lansing, Michigan. Michigan United Methodists and friends will gather to impact change in the area of food insecurity. Activities include meeting with lawmakers, writing letters, and peaceful gathering, prayer and worship.
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.
Michigan UMC ADVOCACY DAY Lunch and Learn
Michigan UMC Advocacy Day Lunch and Learn via Zoom on FEBRUARY 11 @ 12:15 P.M. Learn more about Advocacy Day which will address food insecurity at our state capitol on March 18.
Blessing in a Backpack Pack Session
6 - 7 VOLUNTEERS NEEDED TO PACK LUNCHES FOR BLESSINGS IN A BACKPACK! Take part on the 2nd Tuesdays of the month, at 6 p.m., Christ Episcopal Church. Dearborn First UMC takes on monthly packing sessions to help fight hunger in Dearborn.
Michigan UMC ADVOCACY DAY Sneak Preview
Michigan UMC Advocacy Day Sneak Peek Preview via Zoom on JANUARY 26 @ 7 P.M. Learn more about Advocacy Day which will address food insecurity at our state capitol on March 18.
Office Closed: MLK Day 2026
MONDAY, JANUARY 19, 2026 - DFUMC Offices will be closed in honor of Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. For pastoral emergencies, contact Pastor Suzy: 313-563-5200, ext. 1 or pastor@dearbornfirstumc.org
DFUMC Membership Exploration
SEEKING A FAITH COMMUNITY? Curious about membership at Dearborn First UMC? Come explore church membership with Pastor Suzy Sunday, January 18 at 11:15 a.m. in the DFUMC Parlor. Get your questions answered and explore what it means to be part of a faith community at Dearborn First UMC.
Blessing in a Backpack Pack Session
6 - 7 VOLUNTEERS NEEDED TO PACK LUNCHES FOR BLESSINGS IN A BACKPACK! Take part on the 2nd Tuesdays of the month, at 6 p.m., Christ Episcopal Church. Dearborn First UMC takes on monthly packing sessions to help fight hunger in Dearborn.
32nd Annual Celebration Honoring Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.
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: Trenton Faith United Methodist Church
UN-Hanging of the Greens
SUNDAY, JANUARY 11 @ 11:15 A.M. - stay after worship and help UN-decorate the church as we move into the season of Epiphany. Great activity for all ages!
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.
Kids' Club - Cool to Be Kind!
KIDS’ CLUB meets with a COOL theme THIS SUNDAY, starting 15 minutes after worship! Kids grades K - 5 are invited to come for an hour of faith, friends, and fun games, crafts, and activities!
DFUMC/CASS Rotating Shelter
Come provide hospitality and friendship as we host 20 unhoused persons from Cass Community Social Services Jan. 3 - 10. Some volunteer shifts are still open. Check them out and sign up at DearbornFirstUMC.org/shelter-volunteer
Blessing in a Backpack Pack Session
6 - 7 VOLUNTEERS NEEDED TO PACK LUNCHES FOR BLESSINGS IN A BACKPACK! Take part on the 2nd Tuesdays of the month, at 6 p.m., Christ Episcopal Church. Dearborn First UMC is once again committing to monthly packing sessions to help fight hunger in Dearborn.
A Night of Art & Protest: Immigration
THURSDAY, DECEMBER 4 @ 7 P.M., come to Dearborn First UMC to experience a night of advocacy and justice-seeking through art of all forms: visual arts, music, storytelling, and spoken prose. This pilot event will focus on immigration, with the potential to launch a series of similar events throughout the year on different justice issues.
Kids' Club - Cool to Be Kind!
ALL NEW KIDS’ CLUB with a new theme THIS SUNDAY, starting 15 minutes after worship! Kids grades K - 5 are invited to come for an hour of faith, friends, and fun games, crafts, and activities!
Hanging of the Greens: Staging & Setup PARTY!
Hanging of the Greens Staging & Setup party to deck the halls for Advent! Sunday, November 23. Light bites immediately following worship (bring your favorite treat to share!). Staging and setup activities start at 11:30 a.m.
Holiday In-Gathering
HOLIDAY IN-GATHERING: bring food donations to 10 a.m. worship on Sunday, November 23rd, 2025, to support the food pantries at Henry Ford College and U-M Dearborn.
Veterans Sunday
On Sunday, November 16 @ 10 a.m., Dearborn First UMC will be honoring our veterans during a special moment in the worship service. If you, or somebody you know should be recognized, please submit your/their information using the online form at DearbornFirstUMC.org/veterans or contact the church office by Tuesday, November 11: 313-563-5200, ext. 0.
FREE Concert: Five Lakes Silver Band
SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 16 @ 3 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!
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.
Blessing in a Backpack Pack Session
6 - 7 VOLUNTEERS NEEDED TO PACK LUNCHES FOR BLESSINGS IN A BACKPACK! Take part on the 2nd Tuesdays of the month, at 6 p.m., Christ Episcopal Church. Dearborn First UMC is once again committing to monthly packing sessions to help fight hunger in Dearborn.
Cass Rotating Shelter Informational Meeting
SUNDAY, NOV. 9 FOLLOWING WORSHIP, DFUMC sanctuary, come find out more about volunteering at the Cass Rotating Shelter that will take place at Dearborn First UMC January 3 - 10, 2026. There will be lots of ways to get involved and support this important ministry!
All Saints' Day Observance
Dearborn First UMC will remember loved ones who have passed away in the last year on Sunday, November 2nd 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
Trunk or Treat
Dearborn First UMC TRUNK OR TREAT Sunday, October 26, 3 - 4 p.m., Dearborn First UMC parking lot, 22124 Garrison St. Candy and FUN for all ages!
Kids' Club - Jesus Loves You S'more Than You Know!
ALL NEW KIDS’ CLUB at a new time! Sundays, 11:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. Kids grades K - 5 are invited to come for an hour of faith, friends, and fun, full of campfire-themed games, crafts, and activities!
Lunch Packing for NOAH at Central
Dearborn First Missions invites you to help assemble 300 sack lunches for NOAH at Central. WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 22 in DFUMC Welcome Center/Library area. 5:00 p.m. - FREE PIZZA. 5:30 p.m. - lunch sack packing until all 300 are finished. You can also volunteer to make sandwiches at home, donate online, and/or deliver the sandwiches to Central UMC in Detroit on the morning of Oct. 23, from 10 a.m. - 1 p.m..
DFUMC Church Conference
Dearborn First UMC’s annual Church Conference, the yearly business meeting of the local church, will take place Tuesday, October 14th at 6:30 p.m. via Zoom. RSVP for the Zoom Link by Sunday, October 12th.
Blessing in a Backpack Pack Session
6 - 7 VOLUNTEERS NEEDED TO PACK LUNCHES FOR BLESSINGS IN A BACKPACK! Tuesday, October 14 @ 1 p.m., Christ Episcopal Church. Dearborn First UMC is once again committing to monthly packing sessions to help fight hunger in Dearborn.
Kids' Club - Jesus Loves You S'more Than You Know!
ALL NEW KIDS’ CLUB at a new time! Sundays, 11:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. Kids grades K - 5 are invited to come for an hour of faith, friends, and fun, full of campfire-themed games, crafts, and activities!
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.