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Spring Clean Up
Our church sits on nine beautiful acres—and we need your help to keep it looking great! Join us Saturday, May 3, from 9 to noon for some spring clean-up. We’ll weed, edge, and tidy up the grounds. Bring gloves, and yes—there will be coffee and donuts! Go to our website events page to RSVP, or see Jane Carvell so we know how many to expect.
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Equal Exchange Sale
Join us on Sunday, May 4, for Equal Exchange chocolate, tea, and coffee sales — perfect gifts for Mother's Day! Shop between 9:00–9:30 a.m. and 10:30–11:00 a.m. Treat yourself and others to quality, fair trade products while promoting social and environmental justice. Your purchase helps support organic farming and fair trade efforts around the world.
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First Nurses
Your health matters! First Nurses will be available in Fellowship Hall to check blood pressure between services on Sunday, May 4. This free and friendly service is open to all—no appointment needed!
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Understanding Teenage Brains
Parents and guardians of teens and pre-teens—don’t miss Understanding Teenage Brains on Sunday, May 4 at 4 p.m. in Fellowship Hall. Join us for this free seminar with speaker Mark Oestreicher and gain insights into what’s really going on in your teen’s head!
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Hands on Mission: Hands with Detroit
Hands with Detroit is coming up, and we’re calling on our church family to get involved! This is a wonderful opportunity to show our love and support for the community through service projects and much-needed donations. You can participate individually or as a group by helping with projects or collecting items to donate. Your involvement makes a real difference!
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Merry Mates Dinner & Program – “Lest We Forget”
Join us Friday, May 16, in Fellowship Hall at Birmingham First for dinner and a moving program with John King, author of Lest We Forget! Stories of Those Who Served. The evening includes stories of veterans from our congregation, gathered and published by John in 2023.
Gather at 5:30 p.m., dinner at 6:00, and the program begins at 6:45. Cost is $20 per person, payable at the door. All are welcome—singles, couples, guests, and newcomers! RSVP by May 11 to Carol and Jim Rillema at crillema@gmail.com or 248-851-6438.
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The Ripple Effect – Spring Tea Luncheon
Join the United Women in Faith for a special Spring Tea Luncheon on Saturday, May 10, from 11:30 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. at the Berkley First campus. Enjoy an Indian-inspired afternoon tea and hear from guest speaker Kaylee John of our Bangalore, India mission, as we reflect on the ripple effect of faithful service. This free event is a wonderful way to celebrate spring, honor mothers and women, and enjoy a time of fellowship. Advance registration is requested.
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Versiti Blood Center of Michigan supplies over 75% of the blood products used across Southeast Michigan, yet less than 15% is collected within those same communities. As our local blood provider, maintaining a stable and consistent inventory—typically a 3- to 5-day supply—is critical to meeting ongoing needs. Did you know that every two seconds, someone in the U.S. needs blood or platelets?
You can help by donating blood on Monday, May 12, from 12:30 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. The blood drive will be held in Fellowship Hall. Appointments are preferred.
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Envision Liberia Mission Project: Dinner & Update
Join us on May 23, from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. in Fellowship Hall for a special evening to learn about the Envision Liberia Mission. Rev. Dr. Charles Boayue Jr. will share the exciting progress made since the mission’s launch last year and discuss how you can get involved in supporting this impactful project.
The evening will feature a delicious dinner hosted by Baobab Fare, Detroit, who were one of our food vendors at the First Taste Africa Event in July 2023. They’ll be returning with their mouthwatering dishes, including passion punch, hibiscus tea, and desserts. The cost is just $25 per plate, with your choice of beef, chicken, or a vegetarian meal. Registration opens soon! We look forward to seeing you there!
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Baldwin Center Gala
You're Invited to Attend the Baldwin Center Gala – Friday, May 9. Bob Everson, our Missions Chairperson and longtime Project Leader, will be honored for his dedicated service at the upcoming Baldwin Center Gala. The Baldwin Center is one of over 20 missions supported by Birmingham and Berkley First. While not church-sponsored, the event is open to all—let’s show our support for Bob! For details or tickets, visit: www.baldwincenter.org.
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Click on the event below for more information or to sign up.
| | Hunger Ministry will be collecting food/supplies in paper grocery bags which will be handed out after the service on Sunday, May 11. Please return your bag filled with donations on Sunday, May 18 in Fellowship Hall. Click the button below for a printable list, or to sign up to help sort the donations. | | |
A Summer of Welcome: Join Our Usher Team
Picture yourself standing at the sanctuary entrance on a bright Sunday morning. The gentle hum of conversation fills the air as families and friends gather. You extend a bulletin with a warm smile, making someone’s day brighter. For just one hour on a Sunday morning, you can transform our church from a building into a community. Our current ushers will guide you through the simple process of greeting our church family, sharing bulletins, collecting, offerings, and a quick sanctuary tidy-up after worship.
No experience is needed, just a willing heart. Sign up for one Sunday or several through August or contact Katie Kirkpatrick at music@fumcbirmingham.org. Birmingham First doesn’t just need ushers—we need you!
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Be a Sunday Greeter
Sunday Greeting is for Everyone! Now is your opportunity to sign up as a Sunday Greeter or Coffee Host for upcoming Sundays. You can sign up for a spot by clicking the button below, visit the Kiosk on Sunday mornings, or reach out to Melissa Ng at mjoyng@comcast.net. We’re looking forward to having you join the ‘Greeters Team’.
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Volunteer Opportunity - CLC Let it Shine!
Thank you to those who came out this past Saturday to help clean the CLC.
Join us on Saturday, May 24 from 3-6 PM for our next cleaning day. Drop in whenever you can—every helping hand makes a difference! This is also a great community service opportunity for those looking to give back. Questions? Contact Page Gorman at pagegorman@sbcglobal.net. Let’s work together to make CLC shine!
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Need a little encouragement?
Call our Voice of Hope line at 248-646-6407 and press 2 to hear an uplifting message recorded just for you. Whether you're seeking comfort, inspiration, or a gentle reminder of God's love, take a moment to listen. New messages are shared each week—don’t miss your moment of hope today.
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Labor Day – Memorial Day
Sunday: 9:00 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.
Monday thru Thursday: 8:30 a.m. – 8:00 p.m.
Friday: 8:30 a.m. – 2:30 p.m.
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Give
Mail your donation to the church.
Give online to www.fumcbirmingham.org/give
Text to give at 248-368-0033:
1. Get a list of available funds by texting the word “keyword” to 248-368-0033.
2. Text any dollar amount (no dollar sign) and fund name. Examples: 50 Birmingham, 20 Missions
Caring Ministries
For after hours pastoral emergencies, call the Minister on Call cell phone at 248-408-0038.
Submit prayer requests at www.fumcbirmingham.org/pray.
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