Worship this Sunday at 10:00 a.m. | |
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On Sunday, July 7, our Duke Seminary Intern, Liv Vermane, preaches the sermon titled, "Ridiculous" based on 2 Corinthians 12:2-10. What does it mean to consider God's grace? In this sermon, Liv will explore the theme of God's prevenient grace, diving deeply into how God's grace shows up tangibly and concretely in our lives. Paul's words in 2 Corinthians remind us that, although we are not free from hardships, we persevere with the presence and love of God.
Rather than being limitations on our ability to be good disciples, Paul's words remind us that our vulnerabilities are vessels for God's grace to be revealed. Sometimes even our deepest encounters with God are accompanied by hardship; however, that does not make God's grace any less true or real.
We hope you'll join us this Sunday to deepen our relationship with God and neighbor as we explore the ridiculous and relentless grace of our Lord Jesus Christ.
Worship at 10 a.m. in-person in the Sanctuary or online by clicking a button below. Children will worship with their families. Nursery Care is available.
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Altar Flowers
The Altar Flowers are given to the glory of God and in loving memory of Marjorie L. Bone by her son, Lon Bone.
Mission Candle
The Mission Candle is given to the glory of God and in loving memory of Bruce Pickett, by his daughter, Mary Pickett.
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Sympathies
Our prayers of sympathy and concern are shared with Jeen and Paul Kobb and family on the death of Jeen’s cousin, Leanne Landers, on June 29.
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Worship at Berkley First for Sunday, July 7 | |
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“A Church at its Best”
Acts 2:42
What marks of the early church transcend nationality, time, and location? How can we be a church at its best? This Sunday at Berkley First, Rev. Dr. George Weagba – our scholar in residence from Liberia – is bringing a word to help us see God’s best intent for the church, as outlined in the Book of Acts. Worship with us in-person, or if you’re out of town this holiday weekend, join us online by clicking the button below.
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Items Needed for Jeremie, Haiti Mission | |
The Haiti Missions Task Force is in need of nebulizers for asthma treatments and blood pressure machines. Please bring labeled items to the second floor Missions Office at Birmingham First and place them in the clear plastic tub labeled "Haiti-Ongoing Needs and Donations." If you have any questions, please contact Nancy Smith by email at nancyasmithrn@gmail.com. | |
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In our July 4 celebrations, says Bishop David Bard, may we remember the complexities of our history and enlarge our memory so that our future might be better than our past.
Read the full blog by clicking on the button below.
| The Birmingham First building and the CLC will be closed on Thursday, July 4 and Friday, July 5 in observance of Independence Day. | |
The CLC will be closed the month of August for updates and cleaning.
Memorial Day – Labor Day
Sunday: Open for 10:00 a.m. worship
Monday thru Thursday: 8:30 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
Friday: By Appointment
| Even though 38% of the population can donate blood, only 5% do. Be part of the amazing 5%! Versiti provides the majority of blood to Michigan hospitals. Your donation stays local. Donate at Birmingham First on Monday, July 8. Schedule your time to give by clicking the button below. | Join our summer Duke Seminary Intern, Liv Vermane, for a 4-week study on some of the most overlooked books in Scripture: Ruth, Esther, Lamentations, and Ecclesiastes. Each week we will explore one of these books while considering their profound wisdom. Through studying these scriptural treasures, this class will help us to better understand these often-overlooked texts. The class will meet at the following dates and times: Mondays, July 8, 22 and 29 at 7:00 p.m. – 8:30 p.m. at Birmingham First in the Martin Room. No need to pre-register. Attend all dates, or come on the days that work for your schedule. | Join the free discussion series for dementia family caregivers. Click the button below for more information and for the Zoom link. | |
Every Sunday through the end of September, a produce table will be set up in Fellowship Hall. Church members may drop off extra flowers and or vegetables for others to purchase. MICAH 6 will be providing extra vegetables as well each week. All proceeds will go to the Hunger Ministry.
Sign up to volunteer at the table on Sundays. Click the button below!
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Meet up for the July Monthly Mission at Micah 6 Community on Saturday, July 20 from 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. Stay for the duration, or just show up when you're able to. Children are welcome to help if accompanied by a parent or guardian.
Dress ready for the weather to work outside in the community garden. Gather and be the hands and feet of Christ to lend assistance wherever it may be needed. See you at 32 Newberry Street in Pontiac!
No need to sign up, just show up. If you have any questions, please feel free to text or call Patty Reynolds at 248-376-2475.
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You and your friends find yourself stranded without a theme. Every year, like clockwork, the Choir Camp theme is announced. This year…nothing. What will you do? What will you wear? Is anyone in charge? WHAT’S MY COLOR? | |
Experience all of the fun of the legendary “big” Choir Camp right here at Birmingham First as a day camp. | |
Children & Family Ministries | |
The 45C Summer Mission registration is now open! Click the button below for session dates, registration and chaperone information. | |
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If you are 70 and 1/2 years old or older and have an Individual Retirement Account (IRA), you can make a Qualified Charitable Distribution (QCD) to Birmingham First. Qualified Charitable Distributions may be used to meet your annual Required Minimum Distributions, reducing your tax bill all while supporting life changing mission and ministry.
While the age at which you must withdraw money from your IRA is increasing, you can still make a Qualified Charitable Distribution (a QCD) directly to Birmingham First beginning at age 70 and ½. Up to $105,000 per person may be distributed from an IRA directly to a qualified charity each year. For more information, contact the Rev. Shawn Lewis-Lakin, Associate Pastor for Planned Giving, at slewis-lakin@fumcbirmingham.org or 734-717-8947. You can also visit our planned giving website by clicking the button below.
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Student Ministries Coordinator
Birmingham First is looking for a Student Ministries Coordinator. This part-time role (20 hours/week) is instrumental in raising up 6th-12th graders to know, love, and serve God in this world.
If you know of someone who is interested in stepping into the role of Student Ministries Coordinator, please email Pastor Zack Dunlap at zdunlap@berkleyfirst.org. To read the full job description, click the button below.
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First Kids Preschool Co-lead Teachers
First Kids Preschool is looking to hire a Co-lead teacher in our 4-year-old classroom Monday-Fridays from 8:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. We are also looking for a Co-lead toddler teacher in our 2-year-old classroom on Monday/Wednesday/Fridays from 8:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Our staff is amazing to work with and the families are even better to serve! Please reach out to the Director of First Kids Preschool, Megan Korzeniewski at mkorzeniewski@fumcbirmingham.org, if interested. More information can be found by clicking the Job Description buttons below.
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Watch Worship from Last Week
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