Youth Retreat @ Lake Louise
Join youth from our church and others for a late Fall trip to the beautiful Lake Louise Camp and Retreat Center. We’ll enjoy nature, bonfires, s’mores, games, music and more. Plus we’ll get our hands busy with service projects around the camp and local area.
When: November 22-24, 2024
We’ll depart from DFUMC parking lot as close to 3pm as possible on Friday 11/22
We’ll retrun by 3-4pm on Sunday 11/24.
Who: Youth grades 6th -12th.
Youth are encouraged to invite friends from school and other churches.
Cost: $25-$100 suggested contribution per person. Make Your Contribution Here.
As always, cost is based on family budget and should never be a barrier to participation. Scholarship funds are available, contact Carl Gladstone for information.
FROM LAKE LOUISE PROGRAM DIRECTOR GREG:
Greetings from Lake Louise!
We are very excited to be hosting a youth retreat. Right now, 25 young people have said they are coming, so it should be a great time. I have an update about lodging to share.
The youth will be staying in our lodges. Since the beds typically have linens during our retreat season, we decided to provide those along with towels to everyone. They won’t have to pack bedding (unless they have a special pillow or blanket) or towels. All they need is their bathroom gear and clothing. Each lodge has two sleeping areas with attached bathrooms. One lodge will be used for girls and one for boys and we’ll probably use the gathering rooms in both for activities.
Meals will be eaten in our dining hall which is in a separate building we call the Retreat Center. These will be taken with adults who lead youth ministries at their own churches. Some of these leaders are bringing youth with them and some are coming for personal training and renewal.
The retreat begins at 7pm Friday with a pizza feast and wraps up at 11am Sunday. Rev. Carl Gladstone of Dearborn UMC is leading the youth retreat and recruiting chaperones. Your kids will be in good hands for the weekend.
They can expect to have times for fun and fellowship, times for worship (often with the youth leaders on retreat), crafts, learning and maybe something for the benefit of others.
Thanks for sharing your dietary needs as part of the registration. We will do everything we can to provide the kinds of foods that are good for their bodies. If you need to make a change, please let me know. Also, although everyone will be responsible for their own medications (we won’t have a camp nurse), let me know if there are significant health issues to share with the retreat leaders.
The weather in November here can vary from pleasant to cold and from rainy to dry to possibly even a little snow, so they should pack for all kinds of conditions. Sturdy shoes are a good idea.
If you haven’t been here before, Lake Louise is located at 11037 Thumb Lake Road between Boyne Falls and Vanderbilt. From I-75 (northbound or southbound), take exit 290 from I-75 and head away from Vanderbilt on Old 27. Turn left by the Red Wing corner store and Whippy Dip on Thumb Lake Road and drive about 4 miles until you see our sign. From US-131, turn onto Thumb Lake Road just north of Boyne Falls by the Dollar General and drive about 7 miles. The lodges are in the middle of camp past the office, so follow the signs to the office and we’ll watch for you.
If you need to reach me, you can email glawton@lakelouisecommunity.org or call me at 231-549-2728. After business hours, call me at 269-317-7183.
Blessings,
Greg Lawton
Director of Camping and Outreach
Lake Louise Christian Community Camp & Retreat Center
11037 Thumb Lake Road
Boyne Falls, MI 49713
231.549.2728 (office)
Sunday Studio!
Sunday Studio
You’ve heard of Sunday School, now try Sunday Studio to help bring your faith to life.
When: 10:15am-11am (starting after Family Moment in worship)
Where: Youth Room (upstairs on the right)
What: Creative Practices Reflecting on the Message for the Day
Come try your hand at creative practices as a way to reflect on the scripture, music and messages of the worship service. We’ll have hands on creative practices and sometimes record our Dearborn First LIVE! podcast when we gather.
We’ll also have snacks to aid in our inspiration and we’ll give each other great feedback to perfect our craft.
See you in the studio!
Hanging of the Greens: Staging & Setup PARTY!
Hanging of the Greens Staging & Setup party to deck the halls for Advent! Sunday, November 24. Light bites immediately following worship (bring your favorite treat to share!). Staging and setup activities start at 11:30 a.m.
Sunday Studio!
Sunday Studio
You’ve heard of Sunday School, now try Sunday Studio to help bring your faith to life.
When: 10:15am-11am (starting after Family Moment in worship)
Where: Youth Room (upstairs on the right)
What: Creative Practices Reflecting on the Message for the Day
Come try your hand at creative practices as a way to reflect on the scripture, music and messages of the worship service. We’ll have hands on creative practices and sometimes record our Dearborn First LIVE! podcast when we gather.
We’ll also have snacks to aid in our inspiration and we’ll give each other great feedback to perfect our craft.
See you in the studio!
Sunday Studio!
Sunday Studio
You’ve heard of Sunday School, now try Sunday Studio to help bring your faith to life.
When: 10:15am-11am (starting after Family Moment in worship)
Where: Youth Room (upstairs on the right)
What: Creative Practices Reflecting on the Message for the Day
Come try your hand at creative practices as a way to reflect on the scripture, music and messages of the worship service. We’ll have hands on creative practices and sometimes record our Dearborn First LIVE! podcast when we gather.
We’ll also have snacks to aid in our inspiration and we’ll give each other great feedback to perfect our craft.
See you in the studio!
Sunday Studio!
Sunday Studio
You’ve heard of Sunday School, now try Sunday Studio to help bring your faith to life.
When: 10:15am-11am (starting after Family Moment in worship)
Where: Youth Room (upstairs on the right)
What: Creative Practices Reflecting on the Message for the Day
Come try your hand at creative practices as a way to reflect on the scripture, music and messages of the worship service. We’ll have hands on creative practices and sometimes record our Dearborn First LIVE! podcast when we gather.
We’ll also have snacks to aid in our inspiration and we’ll give each other great feedback to perfect our craft.
See you in the studio!
FREE CONCERT: Detroit Handbell Ensemble
FREE HOLIDAY CONCERT: Detroit Handbell Ensemble. Sunday, December 15 @ 4 p.m., Dearborn First UMC.
Sunday Studio!
Sunday Studio
You’ve heard of Sunday School, now try Sunday Studio to help bring your faith to life.
When: 10:15am-11am (starting after Family Moment in worship)
Where: Youth Room (upstairs on the right)
What: Creative Practices Reflecting on the Message for the Day
Come try your hand at creative practices as a way to reflect on the scripture, music and messages of the worship service. We’ll have hands on creative practices and sometimes record our Dearborn First LIVE! podcast when we gather.
We’ll also have snacks to aid in our inspiration and we’ll give each other great feedback to perfect our craft.
See you in the studio!
Sunday Studio!
Sunday Studio
You’ve heard of Sunday School, now try Sunday Studio to help bring your faith to life.
When: 10:15am-11am (starting after Family Moment in worship)
Where: Youth Room (upstairs on the right)
What: Creative Practices Reflecting on the Message for the Day
Come try your hand at creative practices as a way to reflect on the scripture, music and messages of the worship service. We’ll have hands on creative practices and sometimes record our Dearborn First LIVE! podcast when we gather.
We’ll also have snacks to aid in our inspiration and we’ll give each other great feedback to perfect our craft.
See you in the studio!
Friendsgiving (presented by DAIN)
FRIENDSGIVING presented by Dearborn Area Interfaith Network, Monday, November 11 at 5:30 p.m. at Islamic House of Wisdom. Come experience a special interfaith community dinner, exchange loving dialogue, while building neighborly relationships.
Sunday Studio!
Sunday Studio
You’ve heard of Sunday School, now try Sunday Studio to help bring your faith to life.
When: 10:15am-11am (starting after Family Moment in worship)
Where: Youth Room (upstairs on the right)
What: Creative Practices Reflecting on the Message for the Day
Come try your hand at creative practices as a way to reflect on the scripture, music and messages of the worship service. We’ll have hands on creative practices and sometimes record our Dearborn First LIVE! podcast when we gather.
We’ll also have snacks to aid in our inspiration and we’ll give each other great feedback to perfect our craft.
See you in the studio!
Sunday Studio!
Sunday Studio
You’ve heard of Sunday School, now try Sunday Studio to help bring your faith to life.
When: 10:15am-11am (starting after Family Moment in worship)
Where: Youth Room (upstairs on the right)
What: Creative Practices Reflecting on the Message for the Day
Come try your hand at creative practices as a way to reflect on the scripture, music and messages of the worship service. We’ll have hands on creative practices and sometimes record our Dearborn First LIVE! podcast when we gather.
We’ll also have snacks to aid in our inspiration and we’ll give each other great feedback to perfect our craft.
See you in the studio!
All Saints' Day Observance
Dearborn First UMC will remember loved ones who have passed away in the last year on Sunday, November 3rd 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
Sunday Studio!
Sunday Studio
You’ve heard of Sunday School, now try Sunday Studio to help bring your faith to life.
When: 10:15am-11am (starting after Family Moment in worship)
Where: Youth Room (upstairs on the right)
What: Creative Practices Reflecting on the Message for the Day
Come try your hand at creative practices as a way to reflect on the scripture, music and messages of the worship service. We’ll have hands on creative practices and sometimes record our Dearborn First LIVE! podcast when we gather.
We’ll also have snacks to aid in our inspiration and we’ll give each other great feedback to perfect our craft.
See you in the studio!
Sunday Studio!
Sunday Studio
You’ve heard of Sunday School, now try Sunday Studio to help bring your faith to life.
When: 10:15am-11am (starting after Family Moment in worship)
Where: Youth Room (upstairs on the right)
What: Creative Practices Reflecting on the Message for the Day
Come try your hand at creative practices as a way to reflect on the scripture, music and messages of the worship service. We’ll have hands on creative practices and sometimes record our Dearborn First LIVE! podcast when we gather.
We’ll also have snacks to aid in our inspiration and we’ll give each other great feedback to perfect our craft.
See you in the studio!
Music Sunday
SUNDAY, OCTOBER 20 @ 10 A.M. - Come discover the gifts of talent, shared in worship and praise on this Music Sunday! Vocal choirs, handbells, instrumentalists and more all share musical offerings in glory to God.
Sunday Studio!
Sunday Studio
You’ve heard of Sunday School, now try Sunday Studio to help bring your faith to life.
When: 10:15am-11am (starting after Family Moment in worship)
Where: Youth Room (upstairs on the right)
What: Creative Practices Reflecting on the Message for the Day
Come try your hand at creative practices as a way to reflect on the scripture, music and messages of the worship service. We’ll have hands on creative practices and sometimes record our Dearborn First LIVE! podcast when we gather.
We’ll also have snacks to aid in our inspiration and we’ll give each other great feedback to perfect our craft.
See you in the studio!
World Communion Sunday
SUNDAY, OCTOBER 6 @ 10 A.M. - Come to Dearborn First UMC and join Christians around the world as we celebrate Holy Communion together as one body in Christ. Communion in the United Methodist Church is an open table. All are welcome to take part regardless of age, race, ethnicity, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation or practice, or religious background.
Sunday Studio!
Sunday Studio
You’ve heard of Sunday School, now try Sunday Studio to help bring your faith to life.
When: 10:15am-11am (starting after Family Moment in worship)
Where: Youth Room (upstairs on the right)
What: Creative Practices Reflecting on the Message for the Day
Come try your hand at creative practices as a way to reflect on the scripture, music and messages of the worship service. We’ll have hands on creative practices and sometimes record our Dearborn First LIVE! podcast when we gather.
We’ll also have snacks to aid in our inspiration and we’ll give each other great feedback to perfect our craft.
See you in the studio!
Sunday Studio!
Sunday Studio
You’ve heard of Sunday School, now try Sunday Studio to help bring your faith to life.
When: 10:15am-11am (starting after Family Moment in worship)
Where: Youth Room (upstairs on the right)
What: Creative Practices Reflecting on the Message for the Day
Come try your hand at creative practices as a way to reflect on the scripture, music and messages of the worship service. We’ll have hands on creative practices and sometimes record our Dearborn First LIVE! podcast when we gather.
We’ll also have snacks to aid in our inspiration and we’ll give each other great feedback to perfect our craft.
See you in the studio!
Sunday Studio!
Sunday Studio
You’ve heard of Sunday School, now try Sunday Studio to help bring your faith to life.
When: 10:15am-11am (starting after Family Moment in worship)
Where: Youth Room (upstairs on the right)
What: Creative Practices Reflecting on the Message for the Day
Come try your hand at creative practices as a way to reflect on the scripture, music and messages of the worship service. We’ll have hands on creative practices and sometimes record our Dearborn First LIVE! podcast when we gather.
We’ll also have snacks to aid in our inspiration and we’ll give each other great feedback to perfect our craft.
See you in the studio!
Children’s Choir
Kids grades PreK-5 are invited to come to children’s choir every Wednesday, starting September 18 in the Wesleyan Hall. Songs will be shared during worship later in the month.
Pizza with the Pastor!
GOT QUESTIONS? GET PIZZA WITH THE PASTOR! Sunday, September 15 at 11:30 a.m. in the Wesleyan Hall. Get your questions answered and explore what it means to be part of a faith community at Dearborn First UMC.
Sunday Studio!
Sunday Studio
You’ve heard of Sunday School, now try Sunday Studio to help bring your faith to life.
When: 10:15am-11am (starting after Family Moment in worship)
Where: Youth Room (upstairs on the right)
What: Creative Practices Reflecting on the Message for the Day
Come try your hand at creative practices as a way to reflect on the scripture, music and messages of the worship service. We’ll have hands on creative practices and sometimes record our Dearborn First LIVE! podcast when we gather.
We’ll also have snacks to aid in our inspiration and we’ll give each other great feedback to perfect our craft.
See you in the studio!
Chancel Choir Rehearsal
ADULT CHOIR REHEARSALS will take place every Wednesday, starting September 11 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.
Fall Book Discussion
FALL BOOK DISCUSSION Wednesday, Sept. 11, 7 - 9 p.m. (In-Person). Based on the book “The Kingdom, the Power, and the Glory” by Tim Alberta, Explore the status of Evangelical Christianity in America. RSVP to take part. Use the online form found at DearbornFirstUMC.org/study.
Carillons Adult Handbell Choir Rehearsal
ADULT HANDBELL CHOIR REHEARSALS will take place every Wednesday, starting September 11 at 6 p.m. in the 2nd floor bell room. If interested, please come or contact Sandi Smith: smccann1436@gmail.com with questions.
Sunday Studio Kickoff!
Sunday Studio
You’ve heard of Sunday School, now try Sunday Studio to help bring your faith to life.
When: 10:15am-11am (starting after Family Moment in worship)
Where: Youth Room (upstairs on the right)
What: Creative Practices Reflecting on the Message for the Day
Come try your hand at creative practices as a way to reflect on the scripture, music and messages of the worship service. We’ll have hands on creative practices and sometimes record our Dearborn First LIVE! podcast when we gather.
We’ll also have snacks to aid in our inspiration and we’ll give each other great feedback to perfect our craft.
See you in the studio!
Welcome Back to Sunday school!
Get Ready for Sunday school, starting September 8 @ 10 a.m. for kids aged Kindergarten through 5th grade. Nursery care is also available for kids aged birth through PreK. Questions, contact children@dearbornfirstumc.org.
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 25th 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!
Mini DFUMC Choir Camp (Day 2)
Adults and Youth (age 13+) are invited to come take part in a Fun & Free Choral Workshop August 23 & 24 at Dearborn First UMC. Come have fun while learning more, sharpening your skills, and meeting new people. The workshop culminates with sharing a song in worship on Sunday, August 25 @ 10 a.m. Questions, contact Bob Barnhart: music@dearbornfirstumc.org
Mini DFUMC Choir Camp (Day 1)
Adults and Youth (age 13+) are invited to come take part in a Fun & Free Choral Workshop August 23 & 24 at Dearborn First UMC. Come have fun while learning more, sharpening your skills, and meeting new people. The workshop culminates with sharing a song in worship on Sunday, August 25 @ 10 a.m. Questions, contact Bob Barnhart: music@dearbornfirstumc.org
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 4, 11, & 18. Rehearse @ 9 a.m. in the sanctuary, Sing during worship @ 10 a.m.
Vacation Bible School
VACATION BIBLE SCHOOL for kids aged 4 years - 5th grade, Monday August 12 - Friday, August 16, 5:30 - 8 p.m. (Dinner included) at Dearborn First UMC.
Vacation Bible School
VACATION BIBLE SCHOOL for kids aged 4 years - 5th grade, Monday August 12 - Friday, August 16, 5:30 - 8 p.m. (Dinner included) at Dearborn First UMC.
Vacation Bible School
VACATION BIBLE SCHOOL for kids aged 4 years - 5th grade, Monday August 12 - Friday, August 16, 5:30 - 8 p.m. (Dinner included) at Dearborn First UMC.