SEEK. LOVE. SERVE.

We specifically believe God has called First Church to SEEK, LOVE, & SERVE at the urban core of Downtown Orlando. First Church is uniquely, centrally placed at the intersections of government, the arts, commerce, education, and culture. The cross in our logo also resembles the points of a compass, with arrow points directing us outward toward our neighbors. We believe our calling is to SEEK, LOVE & SERVE, as we intersect and engage each unique element of the Downtown community.

Our vision and calling are to SEEK, LOVE, & SERVE.  

Downtown Orlando is our mission field.

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Welcome Home

We celebrate the wonderful gift of diversity of our downtown community and world. We affirm that all people are created in the image of God and all are worthy of God’s love and grace and community. We welcome and affirm the diversity of people of every sexual orientation, gender identity, race, ethnicity, national origin, immigration status, age, faith history, marital status, physical ability, cognitive ability, socioeconomic status and all who have been marginalized.  

We are better together! You are welcome here.

Earn all you can and save all you can, so that you can give all you can.
-John Wesley

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UPCOMING EVENTS

Young Adult Lenten Book Study

Mondays beginning February 23 | 7:00 pm 

Feeling worn out by life’s pressures? Discover the ultimate relief—the grace of God! Join Pastor Rushing for an engaging study of The Big Relief: The Urgency of Grace for a Worn-Out World by David Zahl. Together, we’ll unpack the theology of grace in fresh and exciting ways and explore the freedom and hope it brings. The study begins Monday, February 23 at 7:00 pm at Broadway UMC, 406 E Amelia Street. Don’t miss this opportunity to experience true renewal! Bring a friend! For more info contact Rushing@FirstChurchOrlando.org.

Pastor’s Bible Study | Wednesdays | 10:00 am & 5:30 pm

Join Pastor Vance every Wednesday (beginning March 4), as he unpacks 1st & 2nd Peter. This five-week study is open to everyone, from beginning Bible students to advanced Bible scholars. Please invite a friend to join you. You’ll also be able to join by Zoom during the 5:30 pm study. Please contact the church office (407.849.6080) for the Zoom info.

Lenten Retreat for Women | Hope in the Hard Times: A Look at 2 Corinthians 1:3–4

Saturday, March 14 | 9:00 am – Noon | Third Floor


As we journey through this Lenten season, we often find ourselves reflecting on the places where life feels heavy, uncertain, or overwhelming. Yet Scripture reminds us that God meets us right there—in the middle of our struggles.


Join us for a meaningful morning as we explore 2 Corinthians 1:3–4, a passage that reveals the deep compassion of God and the comfort He offers when life is hard. Together we’ll look at how God shows up in our challenges, participate in guided activities, and discover how the comfort we receive can empower us to comfort others. Come for encouragement, connection, and renewed hope. We would love to have you with us.[Register here]

Realm Connect

Deepen relationships, celebrate milestones, and participate in the work of the Lord. Download the “Connect – Our Church Community” app for iOS or Android devices.


Sermons

Weren’t able to worship with us in person? Want to catch a sermon point you missed? All of our sermons are available online in both audio and video formats!

Sermon Videos
Watch sermon videos on our YouTube Channel (click Live). New sermons stream on the channel live and are available to watch immediately after.

Audio Podcasts
Listen to sermons on the go using your favorite podcasting app. New sermons are added soon after worship services conclude.

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