
Church Events

OURM Shoe Drive
Easter Banquet Shoe Drive 2025
Help us bring hope and comfort this Easter! We’re collecting brand-new athletic shoes for our guests before Good Friday to ensure everyone leaves with new socks, shoes, and a message of hope.
How You Can Help:
- Donate new athletic shoes in person (details in the flyer!)
- Purchase shoes from our Amazon Wish List (delivered directly to us!) https://a.co/dDpFXct
- Spread the word and help us reach our goal!
Please bring in a new pair of sneakers (you can include socks, too) to the church by March 30th.

Residing Hope Children's Home Game Night
We are looking for volunteers to help serve dinner and play games with the children at Residing Hope from 5:15-7:00. If you would like to participate, please contact Nancy Pandolph at npandolph@yahoo.com.

OURM Foot Washing 2025
Once again, our church is helping to provide the Orlando Union Rescue Mission with 1,000 pair of new athletic shoes for men, women and children (all sizes). Please bring in a new pair of sneakers (you can include socks, too) to the church by March 30th.
To purchase shoes for the drive CLICK HERE!
On Good Friday (April 18), we will help with OURM's Banquet and Foot Washing event. Volunteers please arrive at First Methodist Church at 8:15 AM to ensure we arrive at OURM on time!

Palm Valley Workday
Join us for a Church Work Day in Palm Valley. Many of the residents in Palm Valley are physically unable to do repairs and landscaping for their yards. Most are on fixed incomes and cannot hire outside help. That's where we come in! We will be doing landscaping, gutter cleaning, and pressure washing. Everyone should bring gloves and the following if you can: landscaping tools (rakes, weed eaters, edgers), pressure washers, hoses, ladders (8-feet or higher), and black contractor trash bags. Volunteers should meet at the Clubhouse at 8:45 AM.

Residing Hope Children's Home Game Night
We are looking for volunteers to help serve dinner and play games with the children at Residing Hope from 5:15-7:00. If you would like to participate, please contact Nancy Pandolph at npandolph@yahoo.com.

Palm Valley Workday
Join us for a Church Work Day in Palm Valley. Many of the residents in Palm Valley are physically unable to do repairs and landscaping for their yards. Most are on fixed incomes and cannot hire outside help. That's where we come in! We will be doing landscaping, gutter cleaning, and pressure washing. Everyone should bring gloves and the following if you can: landscaping tools (rakes, weed eaters, edgers), pressure washers, hoses, ladders (8-feet or higher), and black contractor trash bags. Volunteers should meet at the Clubhouse at 8:45 AM.

Palm Valley Workday
Join us for a Church Work Day in Palm Valley. Many of the residents in Palm Valley are physically unable to do repairs and landscaping for their yards. Most are on fixed incomes and cannot hire outside help. That's where we come in! We will be doing landscaping, gutter cleaning, and pressure washing. Everyone should bring gloves and the following if you can: landscaping tools (rakes, weed eaters, edgers), pressure washers, hoses, ladders (8-feet or higher), and black contractor trash bags. Volunteers should meet at the Clubhouse at 8:45 AM.

Residing Hope Valentine’s Party
RESIDING HOPE
We need volunteers for an upcoming Valentine's Day party on Feb. 14! Volunteers would need to arrive at Residing Hope at 4:00 to serve food at 5:00.
If you would like to participate, please contact Nancy Pandolph at npandolph@yahoo.com or the church office for more info.

Palm Valley Workday
Join us for a Church Work Day in Palm Valley. Many of the residents in Palm Valley are physically unable to do repairs and landscaping for their yards. Most are on fixed incomes and cannot hire outside help. That's where we come in! We will be doing landscaping, gutter cleaning, and pressure washing. Everyone should bring gloves and the following if you can: landscaping tools (rakes, weed eaters, edgers), pressure washers, hoses, ladders (8-feet or higher), and black contractor trash bags. Volunteers should meet at the Clubhouse at 8:45 AM.

OURM Dinner
We will be serving dinner at the Orlando Union Rescue Mission, in a family setting from 4:30 to 6:00 PM. Volunteers will need to arrive at the church no later than 3:45 PM, unless you are meeting us at OURM. Please contact Melody Boyington using the form below, if you are interested in helping out.

Love Missions "Magical Morning with Santa & Mini Reindeer”
Looking for a way to spend a Saturday? Support Love Missions by attending their Christmas fundraiser featuring Santa & Mini Reindeer (mini horses)!

Palm Valley Workday
Join us for a Church Work Day in Palm Valley. Many of the residents in Palm Valley are physically unable to do repairs and landscaping for their yards. Most are on fixed incomes and cannot hire outside help. That's where we come in! We will be doing landscaping, gutter cleaning, and pressure washing. Everyone should bring gloves and the following if you can: landscaping tools (rakes, weed eaters, edgers), pressure washers, hoses, ladders (8-feet or higher), and black contractor trash bags. Volunteers should meet at the Clubhouse at 8:45 AM.

Great Day in the Country Parking Fundraiser
Each year the church provides parking for the annual Great Day in the Country event as a special fundraiser. We are in need of lots of volunteers to help direct traffic and/or collect donations for parking. All proceeds will go to our church missions. Please contact Carl Cline or the church office if you can lend a hand!
We will have the following shifts:
7:00 - 10:00 AM (8-10 people)
10:00 AM - 1:00 PM (6-8 people)

Christmas Mission Opportunity - Residing Hope
Residing Hope is hosting a gift card drive for it’s ministry! We are collecting gift cards in increments of $20 - $100 to major chain stores and restaurants.
Our most requested cards are Visa, Ross, TJ Maxx, Wal-Mart, JC Penney, Burlington Department Store, and Epic Theater. Popular restaurants include Darden Brands, Papa John's Pizza, Applebees, McDonald's, Burger King, Chick-fil-A, Dairy Queen and Chili's.
Please write the gift card denomination on the card and include the receipt. The cards are due to First Methodist Church Oviedo by Dec. 2nd!

Christmas Mission Opportunity - Love Missions
Love Missions (which is a part of the S.A.F.E. alliance) - Christmas boxes of love for homeless and at risk children in our local area.
Please include school supplies, soap, washcloth, comb, toothbrushes, toothpaste, toys/games, storybook, non-melting candy, gift card and an optional Christmas card from your family
See this link for the list for the complete list of instructions and items to include. Boxes are due to First Methodist Church Oviedo by Dec. 2!

Christmas Mission Opportunity - OURM
Orlando Union Rescue Mission - Now through December 8th, we invite you to help make this holiday season special by donating new, unwrapped toys, crafts, books, and games for kids ages 0-17.

Orlando Union Rescue Mission Fall Festival
We are looking for volunteers to join us as we host a station at the Orlando Union Rescue Mission Fall Festival. This event is Friday, October 25th, from 6:30 - 8:30. Please contact Leah Jacobs at ljacobs@fmcoviedo.net if you would like to participate.

Hurricane Relief Trip
University Carillon GMC is heading down to Port Charlotte, FL this Wednesday-Sunday to help local churches with relief efforts following the last two hurricanes. If you would be interested in attending this contact Pastor Brian!

Palm Valley Workday
Join us for a Church Work Day in Palm Valley. Many of the residents in Palm Valley are physically unable to do repairs and landscaping for their yards. Most are on fixed incomes and cannot hire outside help. That's where we come in! We will be doing landscaping, gutter cleaning, and pressure washing. Everyone should bring gloves and the following if you can: landscaping tools (rakes, weed eaters, edgers), pressure washers, hoses, ladders (8-feet or higher), and black contractor trash bags. Volunteers should meet at the Clubhouse at 8:45 AM.

Pumpkin Patch Set Up
COME GET YOUR COMMUNITY SERVICE HOURS! Be sure to mark your calendars and come help out! We recommend everyone wear closed toe shoes and clothes they don't mind getting dirty!

Samaritan Village Pickleball Fundraiser
MEN'S + WOMEN'S DIVISIONS *BRACKET ACCORDING TO SKILL LEVEL
Tournament: Men's Division @ 10am, Women's Division @ 1pm
Want to help support one of our mission partners? Use this link to register: https://samaritanvillage.dm.networkforgood.com/forms/weekend-2-june-29th-svi-pickleball-tournament-men-s-and-women-s-division

OURM Dinner
We will be serving dinner at the Orlando Union Rescue Mission on May 20, in a family setting from 4:30 to 6:00 PM. Volunteers will need to arrive at the church no later than 3:30 PM, unless you are meeting us at OURM. Please contact Melody Boyington using the form below, if you are interested in helping out.

Palm Valley Workday
Join us for a Church Work Day in Palm Valley. Many of the residents in Palm Valley are physically unable to do repairs and landscaping for their yards. Most are on fixed incomes and cannot hire outside help. That's where we come in! We will be doing landscaping, gutter cleaning, and pressure washing. Everyone should bring gloves and the following if you can: landscaping tools (rakes, weed eaters, edgers), pressure washers, hoses, ladders (8-feet or higher), and black contractor trash bags. Volunteers should meet at the Clubhouse at 8:45 AM.

OURM Dinner
We will be serving dinner at the Orlando Union Rescue Mission on April 15, in a family setting from 4:30 to 6:00 PM. Volunteers will need to arrive at the church no later than 3:30 PM, unless you are meeting us at OURM. Please contact Melody Boyington using the form below, if you are interested in helping out.

OURM Foot Washing & Shoe Drive
Once again, our church is helping to provide the Orlando Union Rescue Mission with 1,000 pair of new athletic shoes for men, women and children (all sizes). Please bring in a new pair of sneakers (you can include socks, too) to the church by March 28.
For more information about the shoe drive CLICK HERE!
On Good Friday (March 29), we will help with OURM's Banquet and Foot Washing event. Volunteers please arrive at First Methodist Church at 8:15 AM to ensure we arrive at OURM on time!

OURM Dinner
We will be serving dinner at the Orlando Union Rescue Mission on March 18, in a family setting from 4:30 to 6:00 PM. Volunteers will need to arrive at the church no later than 3:30 PM, unless you are meeting us at OURM. Please contact Melody Boyington using the form below, if you are interested in helping out.

Palm Valley Workday
Join us for a Church Work Day in Palm Valley. Many of the residents in Palm Valley are physically unable to do repairs and landscaping for their yards. Most are on fixed incomes and cannot hire outside help. That's where we come in! We will be doing landscaping, gutter cleaning, and pressure washing. Everyone should bring gloves and the following if you can: landscaping tools (rakes, weed eaters, edgers), pressure washers, hoses, ladders (8-feet or higher), and black contractor trash bags. Volunteers should meet at the Clubhouse at 8:45 AM.

2nd Annual Community Unity Worship Service
2nd Annual Community Unity Worship Service on Sunday, February 25th at 3:00 pm at Grant Chapel A.M.E. Church. Join community pastors (including our own Pastor Brian) and area churches in worshipping God together.

OURM Dinner
We will be serving dinner at the Orlando Union Rescue Mission on February 19, in a family setting from 4:30 to 6:00 PM. Volunteers will need to arrive at the church no later than 3:30 PM, unless you are meeting us at OURM. Please contact Melody Boyington using the form below, if you are interested in helping out.

Palm Valley Workday
Join us for a Church Work Day in Palm Valley. Many of the residents in Palm Valley are physically unable to do repairs and landscaping for their yards. Most are on fixed incomes and cannot hire outside help. That's where we come in! We will be doing landscaping, gutter cleaning, and pressure washing. Everyone should bring gloves and the following if you can: landscaping tools (rakes, weed eaters, edgers), pressure washers, hoses, ladders (8-feet or higher), and black contractor trash bags. Volunteers should meet at the Clubhouse at 8:45 AM.

Children's Home Valentines Party
We are looking for volunteers for the Childrens' Home Valentine's party to be held on February 9, 2024. Party starts at 5PM in the gym on campus. This is one of our missions we support!
If you are interested please contact the church office or npandolph@yahoo.com.
contact Nancy Pandolph ASAP in order to complete the necessary background check.

OURM Healthy & Happy Baby Drive
We are collecting baby items for our mission partner, Orlando Union Rescue Mission!! Please consider donating to this cause! You can drop off your donations at the church any time before Monday, February 5!
We are accepting the following new items:
Diapers: All sizes
Pull-ups: All sizes
Bottles
Pacifiers
Baby Wipes
Baby Aspirin
Teething Rings/ Gel
Food & Formula (as long as it doesn’t expire within 3 months)
Health/Hygiene Items (Baby Shampoo, Lotion, etc.)

OURM Dinner
We will be serving dinner at the Orlando Union Rescue Mission on January 22, in a family setting from 4:30 to 6:00 PM. Volunteers will need to arrive at the church no later than 3:30 PM, unless you are meeting us at OURM. Please contact Melody Boyington using the form below, if you are interested in helping out.

Palm Valley Workday
Join us for a Church Work Day in Palm Valley. Many of the residents in Palm Valley are physically unable to do repairs and landscaping for their yards. Most are on fixed incomes and cannot hire outside help. That's where we come in! We will be doing landscaping, gutter cleaning, and pressure washing. Everyone should bring gloves and the following if you can: landscaping tools (rakes, weed eaters, edgers), pressure washers, hoses, ladders (8-feet or higher), and black contractor trash bags. Volunteers should meet at the Clubhouse at 8:45 AM.