Sunday, June 7 - Worship Service with Children's Musical
2026-06-07 10:00 - 11:00 (America/Detroit) | First United Methodist Church of Kalamazoo, 212 S. Park St., Kalamazoo, MI, 49007, United States
First Beats will present their annual musical in worship today, directed by Jacqueline Stilger. This year’s musical is entitled “Storms” and was written by composer Mark Burrows. It features the Bible passage of Jesus calming the storm. It also explores the idea that we all go through storms in our lives. Some storms are physical: like floods, hurricanes, and tornadoes. Others are more figurative, but no less real: fear of illness and loss, insecurity of being ‘good enough’, fear of being bullied, and other anxieties. “Storms” features a group of children who wonder if they have what it takes to overcome storms of their own. Through heartfelt songs, authentic dialogue and a healthy dose of humor, the children discover that they can, with God’s help, weather the storms of life. They even grow empowered to follow Jesus’ example by being there for others going through times of storm. During the show, we will take up a collection for flood relief. This is in support of our church’s Mission of the Month for June.
There will also be bell ringing for child volunteers!

Sunday, June 14 Worship - Juneteenth Celebration
2026-06-14 10:00
On June 19, 1865, enslaved people in Galveston, Texas, received word of their emancipation two months after the Civil War had ended, and two and a half years after the Emancipation Proclamation had gone into effect on January 1, 1863. Juneteenth was established as a Federal Holiday in June 2021. In alignment with our congregation’s commitment to anti-racism, we celebrate Juneteenth in worship by elevating black composers, remembering our Antiracism Call to Action, and hearing stories from members of the Dawn Patrol, a group of men who gather every week to build cross-racial relationships and explore the intersection of their faith in Jesus Christ and their anti-racist commitments. Pastor Matt Weiler will preach a sermon titled “Unburdening the Church” and in proclamation of Christ’s work among us, tearing down the walls of division, we’ll share the bread and cup of communion. Join us for the beautiful day of celebration in worship!
