Dearborn Community Food Pantry
Food Distribution takes place the third Saturday of every month. Show up at Good Shepherd UMC from 9 a.m. - 11 a.m. to serve, or to be served. Learn more on our food ministry web page.
Music Sunday
Dearborn First UMC MUSIC SUNDAY, May 12 @ 10 a.m. Come worship and praise God through the love of music, led by our own music staff and congregational musicians! Worship in person, or via livestream on our LIVE page, on Facebook LIVE, and on YouTube.
FREE Organ 101 Workshop
LEARN ALL ABOUT ORGANS at this FREE Hands-On organ workshop Sunday, May 19 @ 11:15 in the DFUMC sanctuary, led by Bob Barnhart, DFUMC Music Director.
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.
Hands With Detroit
SATURDAY, APRIL 27, 2024, 9 a.m. - noon, and 1 -4 p.m., Cass Community Social Services. Come take part in a volunteer day and help Dearborn First UMC fulfill its commitment as a Heartbeat Church! Join the volunteer team and/or donate items. Details at DearbornFirstUMC.org/donations
Dearborn Community Food Pantry
Food Distribution takes place the third Saturday of every month. Show up at Good Shepherd UMC from 9 a.m. - 11 a.m. to serve, or to be served. Learn more on our food ministry web page.
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.
Camp Sunday
COME CELEBRATE CHRISTIAN SUMMER CAMPING at Dearborn First UMC on Sunday, April 7 at 10 a.m., when kids and kids-at-heart will experience some camp-themed fun! And please wear your favorite camp or Christian t-shirt that morning. Come hear about the difference Christian summer camp can make in the lives of all involved!
Easter Sunday Worship
EASTER SUNDAY WORSHIP, Sunday, March 31 @ 10 a.m. Celebrate the hope of New Life in the Risen Christ! Come celebrate in person, or via livestream here on our website (DearbornFirstUMC.org/live) on Facebook (DearbornFirstUMC.org/facebook) and on YouTube (DearbornFirstUMC.org/youtube).
Trunk or Tr'EASTER
EASTER FUN FOR ALL AGES! Grab your basket and come to Dearborn First UMC’s parking lot where you can load up on goodies as you follow the trail of festively-decorated trunks and friendly faces!
Good Friday Worship (Evening)
GOOD FRIDAY WORSHIP, Friday, March 29 @ 7 p.m. at Good Shepherd UMC - 1570 Mason Street, Dearborn. Come observe the day of Jesus’s crucifixion combined with our friends at Good Shepherd United Methodist Church, Pastor David Nellist preaching. Worship in person at Good Shepherd UMC, or via livestream on Good Shepherd UMC’s Facebook page: Facebook.com/dearborngsumc
Good Friday Worship (Daytime)
GOOD FRIDAY WORSHIP, Friday, March 29 @ 12:15 p.m. Come observe the day of Jesus’s crucifixion with a simple devotional service of readings and music. Worship in person only at Dearborn First UMC.
Maundy Thursday Worship
MAUNDY THURSDAY WORSHIP, Thursday, March 28 @ 7 p.m. At the Last Supper, Jesus washed the feet of his Disciples. Come experience Holy Communion in remembrance of Christ and the Last Supper before His crucifixion. Rev. Steve Perrine, guest preacher. Worship in person, or via livestream here on our website (DearbornFirstUMC.org/live) on Facebook (DearbornFirstUMC.org/facebook) and on YouTube (DearbornFirstUMC.org/youtube).
REQUIEM: A Free Concert
FREE CONCERT SUNDAY, MARCH 24, 3:30 P.M. - Dearborn First UMC Chancel Choir presents John Rutter’s REQUIEM, a musical setting of the last days of Christ. Open to the public.
Palm Sunday Worship
PALM SUNDAY WORSHIP, Sunday, March 24 @ 10 a.m. Come experience Jesus and his triumphant entrance into Jerusalem in person, or via livestream here on our website (DearbornFirstUMC.org/live) on Facebook (DearbornFirstUMC.org/facebook) and on YouTube (DearbornFirstUMC.org/youtube).
Holy Week Breakfast
The FREE event will feature a guest speaker, Rev. Steve Perrine of Good Shepherd United Methodist Church in Dearborn, as well as a light breakfast of hard-boiled eggs, pastries, fruit and coffee or tea. RSVP using the online form, or contact the church office: 313-563-5200
Lenten Care Cards for the Homebound
ALL AGES ARE INVITED to come make cards for our homebound friends, Wednesday, March 20, 5 - 6:30 p.m. in the DFUMC library as part of Dearborn First UMC’s Lenten opportunities for mission and caring. Pizza served at 5 p.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. - 11 a.m. to serve, or to be served. Learn more on our food ministry web page.
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.
Penrickton Center for Blind Children
VOLUNTEERS NEEDED at Penrickton Center for Blind Children, Monday, March 11, 9:30 a.m. - noon, as part of Dearborn First UMC’s Lenten mission events. Meet at 9 a.m. in the DFUMC parking lot to carpool. Contact Glenys Nellist with questions: glenysnellist@gmail.com.
Intergenerational Worship
COME EXPERIENCE WORSHIP FOR ALL AGES at Dearborn First UMC! On Sunday, March 3, youth and kids will take active roles leading our Intergenerational Worship service when kids and kids-at-heart will share praise, prayer, and Holy Communion together!
Mission Talks
Workshop presented by the Greater Detroit District of the United Methodist Church, featuring 3 speakers with the aim of encouraging local congregations to initiate discussions or contemplate implementing similar initiatives.
Sermon Chat - “‘Twas the Season of Lent”
A 6-week sermon chat series based on the 40-day devotional book “‘Twas the Season of Lent”, written by Glenys Nellist. Small groups meet Monday evenings at 6 p.m. and 6:30 p.m., and Tuesday mornings at 10:30 a.m. Details and Zoom RSVP here at DearbornFirstUMC.org/study.
Sermon Chat - “‘Twas the Season of Lent”
A 6-week sermon chat series based on the 40-day devotional book “‘Twas the Season of Lent”, written by Glenys Nellist. Small groups meet Monday evenings at 6 p.m. and 6:30 p.m., and Tuesday mornings at 10:30 a.m. Details and Zoom RSVP here at DearbornFirstUMC.org/study.
Sermon Chat - “‘Twas the Season of Lent”
A 6-week sermon chat series based on the 40-day devotional book “‘Twas the Season of Lent”, written by Glenys Nellist. Small groups meet Monday evenings at 6 p.m. and 6:30 p.m., and Tuesday mornings at 10:30 a.m. Details and Zoom RSVP here at DearbornFirstUMC.org/study.
Winter Jam '24
Grab a friend and jump in the van for this Sunday evening excursion to Ypsi to see a great lineup of Christian artists, all in support of World Vision.
COST: $1-$15/youth (whatever your family budget allows)
TRANSPORTATION: Van/Cars
FREE WORKSHOP - “Anxiety - when is it too much?”
FREE WORKSHOP: “Anxiety - when is it too much?” Anxiety is a normal part of our daily lives, but how do you know when it’s too much? Andrew Gladstone-Highland, Licensed Clinical Social Worker and owner of Harvest Therapy Center, will help us recognize signs and learn what to do. LIGHT LUNCH & CHILD CARE PROVIDED.
Cass Work Day
VOLUNTEERS NEEDED at Cass Community Social Services Thursday, February 22, 9:30 a.m. as part of Dearborn First UMC’s Lenten mission events. Meet at 9 a.m. in the DFUMC parking lot to carpool. Duties are yet unknown, so come prepared for anything.
Sermon Chat - “‘Twas the Season of Lent”
A 6-week sermon chat series based on the 40-day devotional book “‘Twas the Season of Lent”, written by Glenys Nellist. Small groups meet Monday evenings at 6 p.m. and 6:30 p.m., and Tuesday mornings at 10:30 a.m. Details and Zoom RSVP here at DearbornFirstUMC.org/study.
Sermon Chat - “‘Twas the Season of Lent”
A 6-week sermon chat series based on the 40-day devotional book “‘Twas the Season of Lent”, written by Glenys Nellist. Small groups meet Monday evenings at 6 p.m. and 6:30 p.m., and Tuesday mornings at 10:30 a.m. Details and Zoom RSVP here at DearbornFirstUMC.org/study.
Sermon Chat - “‘Twas the Season of Lent”
A 6-week sermon chat series based on the 40-day devotional book “‘Twas the Season of Lent”, written by Glenys Nellist. Small groups meet Monday evenings at 6 p.m. and 6:30 p.m., and Tuesday mornings at 10:30 a.m. Details and Zoom RSVP here at DearbornFirstUMC.org/study.
Clergy & Staff Appreciation Sunday
Sunday, February 18th we’ll recognize and thank our dedicated clergy and staff for all their hard work and service over the last year. Monetary gifts of appreciation can be given online, or via check payable to Dearborn First UMC. Details at dearbornfirstumc.org/give.
Dearborn Community Food Pantry (Copy)
Food Distribution takes place the third Saturday of every month. Show up at Good Shepherd UMC from 9 a.m. - 11 a.m. to serve, or to be served. Learn more on our food ministry web page.