Steeple Notes Weekly Newsletter
This Sunday marks the Second Sunday of Advent as we light the Candle of Peace. In this season of hope and anticipation, we gather to remember that Christ meets us with a peace the world cannot give—and we invite you to join us as we continue the journey toward Christmas.
On Sunday, December 7, join us at 9:30 or 11:00 a.m. for New World Angels, a breathtaking Christmas celebration presented by our Chancel Choir and a professional orchestra. This extraordinary in-worship concert weaves together Appalachian carols, spirituals, and First Nations traditions, sharing the story of Christ’s birth through distinctly American voices.
And after worship, stay for our beloved Cookie Walk, benefiting Hunger Ministries—because angels hover round in many ways!
On Sunday, December 7, join us at 9:30 or 11:00 a.m. for New World Angels, a breathtaking Christmas celebration presented by our Chancel Choir and a professional orchestra. This extraordinary in-worship concert weaves together Appalachian carols, spirituals, and First Nations traditions, sharing the story of Christ’s birth through distinctly American voices.
And after worship, stay for our beloved Cookie Walk, benefiting Hunger Ministries—because angels hover round in many ways!
For worship information, including dedications and Sunday School times, click the button below.
Announcements
Thank You for Supporting MCHS Foster Children!
Thank you, thank you, thank you for your incredible generosity! Together, we provided gifts for 96 foster children this year—through the kindness of individuals, families, small groups, Sunday School classes, and Preschool classrooms. What a beautiful blessing for these children and their foster families. Thank you for shining God’s light and love on them. -Nancy Overman & Connie Pelton
First Nurses Blood Pressure Checks
Our First Nurses will provide blood pressure checks during Coffee Hour between services in Fellowship Hall on Sunday, December 7. All are welcome to take part in the complementary service.
Snack Big, Give Big—Help Send Our Youth Choir to England!
Support our Youth Choir as they prepare to hit the high notes in England by purchasing popcorn through our Double Good virtual fundraiser! From December 3 at 5:00 p.m. through December 7 at 5:00 p.m., you can order award-winning, incredibly delicious popcorn with prices starting at just $11. The best part? We keep 50% of all sales, and your popcorn ships directly to you—no pickup required. Your purchase helps our youth share their voices abroad while enjoying a tasty treat at home! Click here to order.
Blood Drive Results
We’re excited to share that during our December Blood Drive on Tuesday—also Giving Tuesday—we crushed our goal of 33 donors! We had 44 generous donors, including 26 whole blood donors and 9 double red cell donors. Best of all, the blood collected will stay right here in our community, going directly to local hospitals like Corewell and Henry Ford. Thank you for giving hope to someone in need this holiday season!
Baby’s First Christmas
We will celebrate babies born in 2025 on Sunday, December 14 at the 9:30 a.m. service. To take part in this special moment, please RSVP your baby and submit a photo by December 6 to Megan Klapp at mklapp@fumcbirmingham.org.
Children’s Christmas Eve Interest
If your child would like to participate in the 11:00 a.m. Christmas Eve Children’s Service, please fill out the interest form by December 10 at www.gatheredhereforgood.org/cfm. Volunteers of all ages are also needed for both speaking and non-speaking roles. To sign up, email Beth Torrey at btorrey@fumcbirmingham.org by December 10.
Poinsettia Orders
If you would like to order a Christmas poinsettia in memory or in honor of a friend or loved one, click here to order online, or complete the order form that can be found in the rear of the church, and drop it off in the office, or mail it to Dorothy Duensing, 1589 W. Maple, Birmingham, MI 48009. The cost is $24 per plant, please make checks payable to Birmingham First. Orders must be received by Sunday, December 14.
Thank you, thank you, thank you for your incredible generosity! Together, we provided gifts for 96 foster children this year—through the kindness of individuals, families, small groups, Sunday School classes, and Preschool classrooms. What a beautiful blessing for these children and their foster families. Thank you for shining God’s light and love on them. -Nancy Overman & Connie Pelton
First Nurses Blood Pressure Checks
Our First Nurses will provide blood pressure checks during Coffee Hour between services in Fellowship Hall on Sunday, December 7. All are welcome to take part in the complementary service.
Snack Big, Give Big—Help Send Our Youth Choir to England!
Support our Youth Choir as they prepare to hit the high notes in England by purchasing popcorn through our Double Good virtual fundraiser! From December 3 at 5:00 p.m. through December 7 at 5:00 p.m., you can order award-winning, incredibly delicious popcorn with prices starting at just $11. The best part? We keep 50% of all sales, and your popcorn ships directly to you—no pickup required. Your purchase helps our youth share their voices abroad while enjoying a tasty treat at home! Click here to order.
Blood Drive Results
We’re excited to share that during our December Blood Drive on Tuesday—also Giving Tuesday—we crushed our goal of 33 donors! We had 44 generous donors, including 26 whole blood donors and 9 double red cell donors. Best of all, the blood collected will stay right here in our community, going directly to local hospitals like Corewell and Henry Ford. Thank you for giving hope to someone in need this holiday season!
Baby’s First Christmas
We will celebrate babies born in 2025 on Sunday, December 14 at the 9:30 a.m. service. To take part in this special moment, please RSVP your baby and submit a photo by December 6 to Megan Klapp at mklapp@fumcbirmingham.org.
Children’s Christmas Eve Interest
If your child would like to participate in the 11:00 a.m. Christmas Eve Children’s Service, please fill out the interest form by December 10 at www.gatheredhereforgood.org/cfm. Volunteers of all ages are also needed for both speaking and non-speaking roles. To sign up, email Beth Torrey at btorrey@fumcbirmingham.org by December 10.
Poinsettia Orders
If you would like to order a Christmas poinsettia in memory or in honor of a friend or loved one, click here to order online, or complete the order form that can be found in the rear of the church, and drop it off in the office, or mail it to Dorothy Duensing, 1589 W. Maple, Birmingham, MI 48009. The cost is $24 per plant, please make checks payable to Birmingham First. Orders must be received by Sunday, December 14.
