Events

Candlelight Service ~ Step out of the holiday rush and into the glow of peace. Join us for a special Candlelight Service on Wednesday, December 10 at 7:00 p.m. in…

Take a Midday Break for Beautiful Music! Join us on Thursday, December 11 at 12:00 noon in the Sanctuary for a special Advent Concert featuring Choral Scholar Emily Barron (soprano)…

Experience the Magic of Handbells This Christmas! The Kalamazoo Ringers invite you to their annual holiday concert, “Above All This Bustle…Silver Bells,” in the beautiful sanctuary of First United Methodist…

Experience the Magic of Handbells This Christmas! The Kalamazoo Ringers invite you to their annual holiday concert, “Above All This Bustle…Silver Bells,” in the beautiful sanctuary of First United Methodist…

Celebrate the Third Sunday of Advent with Us! Join us on Sunday, December 14 at 10:00 a.m. in the Sanctuary as we continue our Advent journey with the theme: “Even…

Walk the Labyrinth This Advent! Discover a quiet, prayerful space in the midst of the season. The labyrinth will be set up in Wesley Hall each Sunday of Advent—November 30,…

Stay After Worship for Something Special! Looking for a meaningful way to deepen your Advent experience? Join us for Academy Classes—our Sunday School for adults—right after the 10:00 a.m. service.…

An Afternoon of Joyful Voices! Mark your calendar for Sunday, December 14 at 3:00 p.m. and join us at First United Methodist Church for a heartwarming holiday concert with the Kalamazoo Children’s Chorus! These talented young singers will fill the sanctuary with music that sparkles with the spirit of the season. It’s the perfect way…

Brass for Christmas – A Joyful Advent Concert! Take a break from the holiday bustle and join us for a festive lunchtime concert on Thursday, December 18 at 12:00 noon in the Sanctuary. The Kalamazoo Concert Brass Quintet will fill the space with bright, beautiful sounds of the season—perfect for lifting your spirits and celebrating…

Walk the Labyrinth This Advent! Discover a quiet, prayerful space in the midst of the season. The labyrinth will be set up in Wesley Hall each Sunday of Advent—November 30, December 14, and December 21 (please note: it will not be available on December 7). Following worship, join us for a shared time of devotion…

Christmas Eve at 4 PM: Good News Is Louder Than Fear Kick off Christmas with joy and wonder! Our Children’s Pageant will bring the story of Jesus’ birth to life in the most delightful way—full of smiles, carols, and the message that love is louder than fear. We’ll light the Christ candle, sing together, and…