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

Living a Sacramental Life: A 2-Part Pre-Lenten Retreat | Sunday, Feb. 8  | 3:00 - 6:00 pm & 

Sunday, Feb. 15 | 5:00 - 8:00 pm (Participants are asked to attend both sessions)


We’ll begin each evening with a covered dish dinner—please bring something to share. Between sessions, daily readings, prayers, and reflections will be provided to guide your journey.


During this retreat, we’ll explore: How to live more mindfully in our baptismal identity; How the grace of the Lord’s Supper continues to shape us; and How everyday life can be sacramental. All are welcome! Come and prepare your heart for the Lenten season through reflection, conversation, and community. [Register here]

Ash Wednesday Services – February 18

Join us on Wednesday, February 18 as we begin the sacred season of Lent with Ash Wednesday services.  We will offer two opportunities for worship:  Noon in the Chapel & 7:00 pm on the  2nd Floor Terrace

We hope you’ll begin your Lenten journey with us as we enter this season of reflection, repentance, and renewal.


If you’re unable to attend one of our Ash Wednesday services, you may want to stop by Broadway UMC (406 E. Amelia St) for Ashes to Go. This drive‑thru experience offers the imposition of ashes with our pastors.

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.

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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