About First united methodist church of winter park
First United Methodist Church of Winter Park: A Community of Faith and Service
First United Methodist Church of Winter Park is a vibrant and welcoming community of faith located in the heart of Winter Park, Florida. With a rich history dating back to 1885, this church has been serving the spiritual needs of its members and the wider community for over a century.
At First United Methodist Church, we believe that everyone is welcome at God's table. We strive to create an inclusive and diverse community where people from all walks of life can come together to worship, learn, grow, and serve. Whether you are new to the area or have lived here your whole life, we invite you to join us on our journey as we seek to follow Jesus Christ.
Worship Services
Our worship services are at the heart of our church's life. We offer two traditional services on Sunday mornings at 9:30 am and 11:00 am in our beautiful sanctuary. Our services feature inspiring music from our choir and organist as well as meaningful sermons from our pastors.
In addition to our traditional services, we also offer contemporary worship experiences on Sunday evenings at 5:00 pm in our Fellowship Hall. These services feature modern music led by our praise band along with relevant messages that speak directly to today's world.
No matter which service you choose to attend, you will find a warm welcome from friendly faces who are eager to get to know you better.
Groups
At First United Methodist Church, we believe that growing in faith happens best when we do it together. That's why we offer a variety of groups for people of all ages and interests.
Our adult groups include Bible studies, book clubs, prayer groups, men's and women's ministries, support groups for those going through difficult times such as grief or divorce recovery programs among others.
We also have programs for children including Sunday School classes during both morning worship hours as well as midweek programs such as our Wednesday night Kids' Club.
For youth, we offer Sunday School classes, weekly youth group meetings, and special events throughout the year such as retreats and mission trips.
No matter what your age or stage of life, there is a group at First United Methodist Church that is just right for you.
Service
At First United Methodist Church of Winter Park, we believe that faith without action is incomplete. That's why we are committed to serving our community in tangible ways.
We have a variety of service opportunities available throughout the year including food drives for local food banks, clothing drives for those in need, and mission trips to places like Haiti and Appalachia where we partner with local organizations to make a difference in people's lives.
We also have an active Stephen Ministry program which provides one-on-one care to those who are going through difficult times such as illness or loss. Our trained Stephen Ministers offer support and encouragement during these challenging times.
Conclusion
First United Methodist Church of Winter Park is more than just a church - it's a community of faith and service. We invite you to come visit us on Sunday mornings or evenings or check out one of our many groups or service opportunities. We look forward to getting to know you better!