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OURM Dinner
May
20

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.

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Palm Valley Workday
Apr
20

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.

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OURM Dinner
Apr
15

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.

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OURM Foot Washing & Shoe Drive
Mar
29

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!

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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!

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OURM Dinner
Mar
18

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.

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Palm Valley Workday
Mar
16

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.

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OURM Dinner
Feb
19

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.

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Palm Valley Workday
Feb
10

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.

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Children's Home Valentines Party
Feb
9

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.

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OURM Healthy & Happy Baby Drive
Jan
24
to Feb 4

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.)

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OURM Dinner
Jan
22

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.

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Palm Valley Workday
Jan
13

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.

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OURM Dinner
Dec
18

OURM Dinner

We will be serving dinner at the Orlando Union Rescue Mission on December 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.

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Hope Helps: Christmas in the City
Dec
16

Hope Helps: Christmas in the City

Each year, First Church provides a staging area for Hope Helps for collecting gifts, hygiene products, socks, underwear, diapers, pull-ups and holiday food items for families in our community who are in need. You can help by donating any of these items (monetary donations are also accepted) and/or volunteering to help with sorting and organizing the donated items.

For more information, please go to: https://www.hopehelps.org/christmas-in-the-city/.

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OURM Dinner
Nov
20

OURM Dinner

We will be serving dinner at the Orlando Union Rescue Mission on November 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.

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Palm Valley Workday
Nov
18

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.

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Great Day in the Country Parking Fundraiser
Nov
11

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. We will have the following shifts: 7-9AM (8-10 people), 9-10:30AM (6-8 people); 10:30-Noon (4-6 people); Noon-2PM (2-4 people). Please contact Melody Boyington or the church office if you can lend a hand.

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Fifth Sunday Children's Home Offering
Oct
29

Fifth Sunday Children's Home Offering

The Florida United Methodist Children's Home's mission is to empower children and families to experience God's love and care as revealed in the ministry of Jesus Christ. During the months that we have a fifth Sunday, you will find a special offering envelope at each entrance specifically designated for the Children’s Home. Please join us in continuing our support of this wonderful ministry!

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OURM Fall Fest
Oct
27

OURM Fall Fest

We will be hosting a fun station for the Orlando Union Rescue Mission’s Fall Festival!

We are making candy apples and will have one or two easy carnival games for the children. The event begins at 6:30 PM and ends at 8:30 PM. O.U.R.M. will provide tables, but we will provide the food and decorations. We will meet at the church at 5:00 PM and will carpool over. We are looking for 10 volunteers.

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OURM Dinner
Oct
16

OURM Dinner

We will be serving dinner at the Orlando Union Rescue Mission on October 16, 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.

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Pumpkin Patch
Oct
1
to Oct 31

Pumpkin Patch

GET READY FOR YOUR FAVORITE FALL TRADITION!

By purchasing a pumpkin, you'll be supporting our Youth Ministry—a ministry that gives teenagers Christian Community and an opportunity to serve others—so, invite your friends, family, and neighbors to come, too! We hope to see you there!

For more information CLICK HERE!

Patch Hours…

MONDAY  2 p.m. - 7 p.m.

TUESDAY  2 p.m. - 7 p.m.

WEDNESDAY  2 p.m. - 7 p.m.

THURSDAY  2 p.m. - 7 p.m.

FRIDAY  2 p.m. - 7 p.m.

SATURDAY  11 a.m. - 7 p.m. 

SUNDAY 11 a.m. - 7 p.m.

*patch is subject to early closure due to weather*

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OURM Dinner
Sep
18

OURM Dinner

We will be serving dinner at the Orlando Union Rescue Mission on September 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.

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International Solid Rock Worship Night
Sep
9

International Solid Rock Worship Night

A night of fun, food, fellowship, testimony, and worship. Worship will be led by the International Solid Rock Prison Ministry (www.internationalsolidrock.org). Many of the band members are members of the Blues Hall of Fame so lots of great music to be enjoyed. Guest Speaker: President/Co-founder, Tony Loeffler. In addition, guests from the Orlando Union Rescue Mission will also be joining us!

Click here to RSVP! Dinner is free, but donations are welcome.

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OURM Dinner
Aug
21

OURM Dinner

We will be serving dinner at the Orlando Union Rescue Mission on August 21, 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.

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OURM Dinner
Jul
17

OURM Dinner

We will be serving dinner at the Orlando Union Rescue Mission on July 17, 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.

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Appalachia Mission Trip
Jul
9
to Jul 16

Appalachia Mission Trip

(Hosted by Thirst Missions)

Join Pastor Patina on a mission trip to Hazard, Kentucky, to help the residents who have suffered through the recent floods in their area. This will be a multi-generational group (youth and adults) of approximately 30 people who will volunteer in a variety of ways including repairs, painting, landscaping, and visitation. Not every opportunity is physical, so there is something for everyone who wishes to volunteer.

REGISTRATION IS NOW CLOSED!

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