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

2026 Interfaith Multicultural Celebration | Sunday, Jan. 11 | Begins at City Hall 3:30 pm | 4:00 pm Sanctuary

From City Hall participants will walk to First Church for the Interfaith/Multicultural Celebration presented by the Interfaith Council of Central Florida, with guest speaker State Senator LaVon Bracy Davis. The event is a celebration of the life and legacy of the Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. and his vision of a beloved community. This year's theme is “Let Us Be Dissatisfied" from MLK's speech, "Where Do We Go from Here" and includes representation from various faith traditions and worldviews.

New Member Classes | Sunday, Jan. 18, 25, Feb. 1 | 12:15 - 2:00 pm | Conference Room

Don’t Start the Year with FOMO! Find your place here at First Church—a place where you belong, a place to deepen your relationship with God, and a place to put your faith into action.


New Member Classes begin January 18 and will run for 3 weeks. Join Pastor BJ in the Conference Room after the 11:00 am service for these classes. Lunch and childcare will be provided. For more information, contact Pastor BJ, bj@FirstChurchOrlando.org, or call 407.849.6080 ext. 122.  Register here.

Living a Sacramental Life: A 2-Part Pre-Lenten Retreat | Sunday, Feb. 8 & 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]

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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