Fall Invitational 2024 with the rainbow logo for Dearborn First UMC

Dearborn First UMC
INVITES YOU…

… to come EXPLORE FAITH,
EXPERIENCE CARING COMMUNITY through music and activities for adults, kids and youth,
and SERVE THE WORLD this fall!

AND DON’T STOP THERE -
INVITE A FRIEND!

Take part in activities that will help you connect with God

  • Sunday Worship

    SUNDAYS @ 10 A.M.
    In-PersonLivestream

    Whether you’re black, white, gay, straight, baptized, unbaptized, you know all about God, are still figuring things out, OR if you’re somewhere in between all of these things, you are welcome here!

  • All Saints' Sunday

    SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 3 @ 10 A.M.
    In-PersonLivestream

    A service of remembrance for those who passed away this past year. You are invited to submit a loved one’s name to be remembered in worship. Please notify the church office by Monday, October 28. DETAILS

  • Fall In-Gathering

    SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 24
    10 A.M. during Worship

    Annual fall in-gathering of donated food items to benefit a community organization (TBD). Items are brought to worship on Sunday @ 10 am. and dedicated during the offering.
    MORE DETAILS TO FOLLOW.

  • Hanging of the Greens Setup

    SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 24
    11:15 A.M. (following worship)

    All ages are invited to stay after worship to help prep for Advent. Set up Christmas Trees, organize poinsettia, detangle lights, fluff wreaths, bows, and greens. Bring your favorite light finger food to pass and watch for details!

All are welcome to share praise
through music!

  • Five Lakes Silver Band Concert

    SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 17, 6 P.M.
    DFUMC Sanctuary

    Come experience the Metro Detroit International award-winning Five Lakes Silver Band! Back for a new season of music spanning a variety of styles, this group is sure to delight and entertain! DETAILS

  • Carillons Handbells

    WEDNESDAYS, 6 - 7:15 P.M.
    Starting September 11
    2nd Floor Bell Room
    (Above Wesleyan Hall)
    New ringers welcome!
    Free Child Care (birth - 12 yrs)

    LEARN MORE

  • Chancel Vocal Choir

    WEDNESDAYS, 7:15 - 8:30 P.M.
    Starting September 11

    Wesleyan Hall

    New members welcome!
    Free Child Care (birth - 12 yrs)

    LEARN MORE

  • Children's Choir

    WEDNESDAYS, 6:30 - 7 P.M.
    Starting September 18
    Wesleyan Hall
    Kids (PreK - 5th) are invited to come sing with Mr. Luke, and share music during worship each month.
    Youth are welcome to help!

    LEARN MORE

  • Special Music

    SHARE YOUR MUSICAL TALENTS!
    Instrumental and Vocal
    Solo or ensemble
    Throughout the year, musicians (ANY AGE!) share musical offerings during worship.

    Contact Bob Barnhart:
    smccann1436@gmail.com

Faith and FUN for kids aged birth through 5th grade!

  • Sunday school & Nursery Care

    SUNDAY SEPTEMBER 8 @ 10 A.M.
    Wesleyan Hall & Nursery

    Come check out Sunday School (kids K - 5th grade) with Ms. Tracy following Family Moment in worship. Nursery care and Wee Worship space in the sanctuary available for kids birth - 4 yrs! Check in at the nursery prior to worship.

    MEET THE STAFFLEARN MORE

  • Children's Choir

    WEDNESDAYS, 6:30 - 7 P.M.
    Starting September 18

    Wesleyan Hall
    Kids (PreK - 5th) are invited to come sing with Mr. Luke, and share music during worship each month.
    Youth are welcome to help!

    LEARN MORE

  • Trunk or Treat

    SATURDAY, OCTOBER 27, 3-4 P.M.
    Dearborn First UMC parking lot

    Gear up for FREE family-friendly fun at Trunk-or-Treat! Kids make their way around the path of festively-decorated trunks, receiving treats from friendly faces.

    LEARN MORE

  • Blessing in a Backpack Packing Session - all ages!

    TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 12, 6:30 P.M.
    Christ Episcopal Church
    120 N. Military at Cherry Hill St.

    6-7 volunteers (All Ages welcome!) needed each month as a team of “lunch packers” that will be distributed to Dearborn elementary school students in need. It takes less then an hour when there is a full team. DETAILS

Youth (grades 6-12) and Young Adults (age 18-35) centered in Jesus Christ and actively changing the world toward God's justice and goodness.

  • Sunday Studio

    SUNDAYS @ 10:15 A.M.

    Youth grades 6 - 12 are invited to follow Carl Gladstone after Family Time to the Youth Space for creative ways to reflect on the scripture, music and messages of the worship service.

    LEARN MORE
    Questions: youth@dearbornfirstumc.org

  • Dearborn First Youth LIVE!

    WEDNESDAYS @ 6 p.m.
    Wesleyan Hall

    Youth (grades 6 - 12) are invited to gathering for conversations, games, musical performances and more helping youth explore what it is like to live a life of faith.

    LEARN MORE HERE
    Carl: youth@dearbornfirstumc.org

  • Statewide Young Adult Retreat w/Motor City Wesley

    FRIDAY, OCT. 4 - SUNDAY, OCT. 6
    Lake Michigan Family Campground | Pentwater, MI (map)

    Jump on the bus and head to an annual statewide gathering of campus ministry friends at Lake Michigan Camp in Pentwater, MI! We’ll make some friends, explore the sights and sound by the lake, play some music, and have the kinds of conversations that help you stay active on your spiritual journey!

    DETAILS
    Questions: youth@dearbornfirstumc.org

  • Youth Mission Project: Meal Packing

    SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 9, 1-3 P.M.
    Dearborn First Presbyterian Church
    600 N. Brady, Dearborn

    Join with other local volunteers to pack 1,700 meal bags, which will provide 10,000 meals for people in need, distributed through Kids' Coalition Against Hunger.

    DETAILS
    Questions: youth@dearbornfirstumc.org

  • Blessing in a Backpack Packing Session - all ages!

    TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 12, 6:30 P.M.
    Christ Episcopal Church
    120 N. Military at Cherry Hill St.

    6-7 volunteers (All Ages welcome!) needed each month as a team of “lunch packers” that will be distributed to Dearborn elementary school students in need. It takes less then an hour when there is a full team. DETAILS

  • Youth Fall Retreat

    NOVEMBER 22-24
    @ Lake Louise Camp & Retreat Center
    Depart 4 p.m. Friday, return 12 p.m. on Sunday

    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. Invite a friend!

    MORE DETAILS & RSVP
    Questions: youth@dearbornfirstumc.org

Find your place in activities, groups and ministries that inspire, energize, and nurture mind, heart and spirit.

  • DAIN Friendsgiving

    MONDAY, NOVEMBER 11, 5:30 p.m.
    Islamic House of Wisdom
    2275 Ann Arbor Trail, Dearborn Hts.

    Dearborn Area Interfaith Network invites you to a Thanksgiving event to celebrate our interfaith and cross-cultural ties as a community. Attendees are encouraged to bring a dish to pass that reflects their tradition.

    DETAILS.

  • Five Lakes Silver Band FREE Concert

    SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 17, 6 P.M.
    DFUMC Sanctuary

    Come experience the Metro Detroit International award-winning Five Lakes Silver Band! Back for a new season of music spanning a variety of styles, this group is sure to delight and entertain! ADMISSION IS FREE, but FLSB is a non-profit organization that accepts donations.

    DETAILS

  • DFUMC Planned Giving Workshop

    THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 21
    4 P.M. & 6 P.M.: Presentation (Choose the time that fits you best)
    5 P.M. - Dinner
    DFUMC Wesleyan Hall

    It’s not too early to think about how your estate can leave a charitable, meaningful legacy. DFUMC Leadership Board invites you to attend a FREE workshop, guiding you through the process of planning your legacy giving. Presented by the United Methodist Foundation of Michigan. DINNER & CHILDCARE PROVIDED. DETAILS

  • DFUMC Book Club

    2ND THURSDAY OF EACH MONTH @ 2 PM
    Wesleyan Hall & via Zoom
    September - June

    Find upcoming dates and book titles at DearbornFirstUMC.org/book-club.

    RSVP for the Zoom link: library@dearbornfirstumc.org

  • Craft and Chat

    WEDNESDAYS 1 - 4 P.M. via ZOOM

    Meet up every Wednesday via Zoom with friendly crafters. Have your own projects and craft supplies handy, and watch the time fly by, thanks to lively conversation!

    Contact the church office for the Zoom Link: office@dearbornfirstumc.org or call 313.563.5200

Share God’s love and goodness in the world through service to, and with, others!

  • Dearborn Community Food Pantry

    THIRD SATURDAY OF EVERY MONTH
    9 A.M. - 10 A.M.
    (volunteers arrive by 8:30 a.m.)
    Good Shepherd UMC • 1570 Mason St.

    A cooperative effort between Good Shepherd and Dearborn First UMCs. LEARN MORE.

  • Lunch Packing for NOAH at Central

    WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 16
    DFUMC Welcome Center/Library

    5:00 P.M. - PIZZA!
    5:30 P.M. - Packing starts

    Come help assemble 300 lunch sacks for NOAH at Central! LEARN MORE

    Questions, Contact Barb W.: missions@DearbornFirstUMC.org

  • UMCOR Early Response Team Training

    SATURDAY, OCTOBER 26
    9 A.M. - 5 P.M., Saginaw First UMC

    Offered by Michigan Conference of the UMC

    Get certified and prepared to join a team of volunteers who enter disaster zones and provide aid when assistance is requested. LEARN MORE

  • DAIN Friendsgiving

    MONDAY, NOVEMBER 11, 5:30 p.m.
    Islamic House of Wisdom
    2275 Ann Arbor Trail, Dearborn Hts.

    Dearborn Area Interfaith Network invites you to a Thanksgiving event to celebrate our interfaith and cross-cultural ties as a community. Attendees are encouraged to bring a dish to pass that reflects their tradition. DETAILS.

  • Blessing in a Backpack Packing Session - all ages!

    TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 12, 6:30 P.M.
    Christ Episcopal Church
    120 N. Military at Cherry Hill St.

    6-7 volunteers (All Ages welcome!) needed each month as a team of “lunch packers” that will be distributed to Dearborn elementary school students in need. It takes less then an hour when there is a full team. DETAILS

  • Fall In-Gathering

    SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 20
    10 A.M. during Worship

    Annual fall in-gathering of donated food items to benefit a community organization. Items are brought to worship on Sunday @ 10 am. and dedicated during the offering.
    MORE DETAILS TO FOLLOW.