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SUMMARY:Sunday Worship March 15\, 2026
DESCRIPTION:“We are a Reconciling Congregation\, welcoming all. First United Methodist Church of Kalamazoo invites all persons to join us on our journey of faith. Jesus Christ calls us to be an inclusive church that exemplifies the kingdom of God.”         \nForgive us for our sins\, just as we have forgiven those who sinned against us. ~Matthew 6: 12 \nMany years ago\, our church community crafted the words for our Reconciling Statement. It was important work as the denomination struggled with welcoming and affirming LGBTQI+ persons. In many ways\, our congregation was ahead of the times in 2008. The statement was crafted with great care\, painstakingly considering each word. The desired outcome was to have a statement that would endure and be welcoming to all persons and “affirm those who are marginalized for any reason.” What does it mean\, today\, to be a reconciling congregation? Jesus shows us that reconciliation is choosing love and forgiveness. Choosing love as a daily spiritual discipline interrupts the cycles of apathy\, disconnection\, and “us and them.”  Let us worship\, seeking God’s presence as we support one another\, and follow Jesus’ example of choosing love in all things.
URL:https://umc-kzo.org/event/sunday-worship-march-15-2026/
LOCATION:First United Methodist Church of Kalamazoo\, 212 S. Park St.\, Kalamazoo\, MI\, 49007\, United States
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SUMMARY:Lent Labyrinth
DESCRIPTION:Sunday\, March 15 – 11:15 AM: Lent Labyrinth\nPause in the beginning  of your week and enter a space of stillness. The Labyrinth invites you to bring your questions\, your hopes\, and your longing to live faithfully. As you walk\, consider the ways God calls us to be bearers of compassion and justice. Let each step guide you deeper into the heart of Lent and into the work of love that the world needs.
URL:https://umc-kzo.org/event/lent-labyrinth/
LOCATION:First United Methodist Church of Kalamazoo\, 212 S. Park St.\, Kalamazoo\, MI\, 49007\, United States
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SUMMARY:Potluck - A Conversation with Ezra Klein and James Talarico - w Pastor Julie
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a joyful Potluck Gathering before class! \n\nYou’re welcome to come just for the potluck\, stay for both potluck and class\, or simply arrive in time for class—whatever fits your evening best. The choice is completely yours! \nWe’re calling it a Wild Bonanza Potluck because anything goes! Bring a favorite dish\, a family recipe\, a store‑bought surprise\, or whatever inspires you in the moment. We’ll spread everything out\, share generously\, and enjoy a fanciful feast together before we settle into class time. \nCome for the food\, stay for the fellowship\, and enjoy a wonderful evening with our community.
URL:https://umc-kzo.org/event/potluck-a-conversation-with-ezra-klein-and-james-talarico-w-pastor-julie/
LOCATION:First United Methodist Church of Kalamazoo\, 212 S. Park St.\, Kalamazoo\, MI\, 49007\, United States
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SUMMARY:A Conversation with Ezra Klein and James Talarico - w Pastor Julie
DESCRIPTION:A Conversation with Ezra Klein and James Talarico \n\nEzra Klein\, political commentator and journalist\, had a conversation with Texas State Representative James Talarico that aired on YouTube on January 13\, 2026. It is rich with meaningful conversation as James Talarico reclaims the core message of Christianity. All are invited to have a further conversation and reflection. We’ll watch this interview in segments\, followed by our own conversation about confronting Christian Nationalism with a vision of faith that resists exclusion\, advances the common good\, and embraces the call to love\, justice\, and inclusion. We seek to understand and respond to Christian Nationalism through a lens of authentic\, justice-oriented Christianity.
URL:https://umc-kzo.org/event/a-conversation-with-ezra-klein-and-james-talarico-w-pastor-julie/
LOCATION:First United Methodist Church of Kalamazoo\, 212 S. Park St.\, Kalamazoo\, MI\, 49007\, United States
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