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

Book Club | Thursday, August 13 | Noon on Zoom

Join Pastor Vance for an inspiring journey as we explore our next book, Joyful Anyway by Kate Bowler. You can purchase the book on various online platforms. Please read the entire book before our upcoming discussion on Thursday, August 13, 2026, at noon via Zoom.


We look forward to a lively conversation! Everyone is welcome to join. Feel free to invite your "book club friends" to be part of this enriching group! For more information and to register, click here.

New Member Class | Sunday, August 23 | 12:15 - 2:00 pm

Interested in Becoming a Member of First United Methodist Church of Orlando? Are you ready to become a member of First Church Orlando, or would you simply like to learn more?


Come meet your pastor and connect with others who are new to First Church. You'll learn about our mission, ministries, and the many ways you can grow in faith and get involved through your prayers, gifts, service, and presence.


Lunch will be provided, and childcare is available for those who need it. We look forward to spending time with you as you explore what it means to be part of the First Church Orlando family!  Register here.

Soul Lab | Once a Month (Sundays) Aug. - Nov. | 5:30 - 7:00pm 

A new monthly Sunday evening experience designed for exploration, discovery, and spiritual growth. Each 90-minute gathering (5:30—7pm) will take a deep dive into a theological or spiritual topic through engaging discussion, reflection, and hands-on experiences. Inspired by the idea of a laboratory, Soul Lab is a space to ask questions, experiment with new perspectives, and discover fresh insights about faith in a welcoming and interactive environment.


Please register for each Soul Lab:  Sunday, August 30;  Sunday, September 20;  Sunday, October 18; and Sunday, November 15

 

Half-day Retreat | Saturday, September 26 | 9:00 am - Noon

Join Pastor Vance for a half-day retreat inspired by the creation stories of Genesis 1 and 2. Together, we’ll explore what it means to be both made from the dust of the earth and created in the image of God, and discover how these truths shape our identity, purpose, and calling. Through reflection and conversation, we'll consider how to live into both realities with humility, wonder, and grace.


Register here for this half-day retreat.

 

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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