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Welcome to First Church!

Come worship and connect with us. We pray that you have a rejuvenating experience. Know that we welcome all seekers of Christ, recognizing that all individuals are unique creations of God. We welcome you – just as you are.
Here, there is a place for everyone.
“Come and you will see.” - John 1:39

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Upcoming Events

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  • Feed the Need Soup'r Sunday Food Drive

    Sunday, February 5

    On January 29, pick up a reusable shopping bag with the list of needs printed on it. Return it on the 5th.

  • Meet the Composer Weekend

    Sunday, February 5, 11 a.m. worship & 4 p.m. concert

    Composer/Pianist Joseph M. Martin is our guest for a revival of our “Meet the Composer” weekend. Mr. Martin is one of the most prolific and respected composers of choral anthems and musicals in our time.

    Note: communion will not be shared at the 11 a.m. worship service.

  • Come have lunch with us!

    Tuesday, February 7, beginning at 11 a.m.

    Join us for lunch in our cafe! We will welcome back two popular local food trucks: The Crooked Spoon and Melissa's Chicken and Waffles!

  • Ash Wednesday

    Wednesday, February 22

    A New Beginning: Wednesdays in Lent. Join us for our new offerings this Lenten season ... dinner, worship and spiritual growth as a community of faith beginning on Ash Wednesday!

WORSHIP TIMES

  • Liturgy and Word

    Sunday @ 8:15 a.m. in our sanctuary

    A traditional blend of liturgies, creative worship arts including vocal choirs, instrumental ensembles, organ, drama and the Word of God in scripture and sermon.

    Our 8:15 a.m. worship, held in our sanctuary, blends traditional liturgies, creative worship arts including vocal choirs, instrumental ensembles, organ, drama and the Word of God in scripture and sermon. Our early worship service time will change to 8:30 a.m., beginning on February 12, for trial period through Easter. The service will continue to be held in the sanctuary.

  • Contemporary Praise

    Sunday @ 9:30 a.m. in our Contemporary Worship Sanctuary (second floor)

    Contemporary-style worship filled with music provided by the Rock of Ages Praise Band and messages from our pastors.

  • Liturgy and Word

    Sunday @ 11 a.m. in our sanctuary

    A traditional blend of liturgies, creative worship arts including vocal choirs, instrumental ensembles, organ, drama and the Word of God in scripture and sermon.

News

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  • A New Beginning

    Published on Jan 26

    For the six weeks between Ash Wednesday (Feb. 22) and Easter (April 8), we will come together as a church family on Wednesday evenings to worship, learn, share a meal and enjoy each others company. There will be opportunities for all ages to grow spiritually. Mark your calendars to join us Wednesday evenings from Feb. 22 – April 4.

  • Promise of Hope

    Published on Jan 3

    For busy, stressed out women looking for a time of rest and renewal, the 28th Annual FLUMC Women’s Retreat offers four weekend sessions this winter. To be held at the Life Enrichment Center in Fruitland Park, the retreat carries the name “Promise of Hope.”  Sessions will be held January 20-22, February 3-5, February 17-19 and March 2-4.

  • Concerts by King's Brass and Joseph Martin

    Published on Jan 1

    Set your calendars for two exciting concerts are coming early in the New Year. The Music Department invites you to hear the King’s Brass on Thursday, January 12, and composer/pianist Joseph M. Martin on Sunday, February 5. Both these concerts are free to the congregation and community and are sponsored by the Friends of Music.

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