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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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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By Vance Rains 30 Aug, 2023
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UPCOMING EVENTS

Half-Day Retreat | Saturday, September 21 | 9:00 am - Noon

Join Pastor Vance for a half-day retreat on "Falling in Love with the Bible." Spend time with others as we delve into the beauty and wisdom of the Bible. All are welcome! The learning takes place in the chapel at 9:00 am!  Please register here for this retreat.

Women's Gathering | Saturday, September 28 | 9:00 - 10:30 am 

Join us for a wonderful opportunity to experience the joy of fellowship with other amazing women in our church community. Enjoy an inspiring message, connect with friends, and share in a spirit of support and encouragement.


Childcare will be provided, allowing you to relax and fully engage in the gathering. Let’s come together to uplift and inspire one another. We can’t wait to see you there! Please register here.


Tuesday Night Zoom Book Study (5-week study) | Tuesday, October 8 | 8:00 pm 

Join First Church member Abbie Henry and others for a Zoom book study of Rev. Dr. Paul W. Chilcote’s She Offered Them Christ: The Legacy of Women Preachers in Early Methodism.  If possible, please read the Introduction and first chapter before the first session on October 8.  Register here.  Please contact Abbie Henry with any questions about the study. You can email Abbie at ahenry19@valenciacollege.edu.





Forks & Fellowship | Various Days and Times

It's time for another round of Forks & Fellowship! Are you a foodie? Do you enjoy meeting new people at First Church? Then Forks and Fellowship groups are perfect for you! Come join us for good food and great company! Register for a date and time that works for you.


October 4 - Downtown Orlando;   October 18 - South Orlando;   October 24 - Delaney Park;   


November 15 - South Orlando

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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