Get To Know Us
The First United Methodist Church of Oviedo (aka First Church Oviedo) is a 1,400 member, multi-generational church located in the heart of Oviedo. We offer three worship gatherings of varying styles, as well as many opportunities for spiritual growth and emotional support during the week. We are engaged in a variety of mission and ministry opportunities, both in our own community and throughout the world.
Our mission is FOLLOWing Jesus Christ to MAKE disciples for the TRANSFORMation of the World.
At First United Methodist Church of Oviedo, we always welcome new friends, and we hope that you will join us for Sunday worship services and weekly activities. We believe in having fun and fellowship, and would love for you to be a part of anything we do!
Please visit our Facebook Page for updates and events
WORSHIP SERVICES
9 AM & 11 AM Sunday services are available via LIVESTREAM HERE
Casual Contemporary Worship -- Saturday at 6 PM
Daybreak with Pastor Brian (Simple Service)-- Sunday at 8:00 AM in our Historic Sanctuary
Contemporary Worship Service -- Sunday at 9:00 AM
Traditional Worship -- Sunday at 11:00 AM
Mid-Week Prayer Service -- Wednesday at 12:15 p.m. (on hiatus)
First United Methodist Church has adopted a revised Covid-19 Protocol and Standards in regards to public worship and gathering.
Mask Update: We are following the CDC recommendation that states masks are no longer needed inside provided you are FULLY vaccinated with both shots.
We will still have the Mask Required Section on Sunday morning (near the Nursery).
If you are NOT FULLY vaccinated, masks are strongly recommended when entering and leaving the facility. Once seated, masks are optional.
CHILDREN'S MINISTRY
Nursery
Our nursery will be open on Sunday morning at 9:00 AM and 11:00 AM for babies and young children. If you would like your children to remain with you for service, they are always welcome or you can utilize our Wiggle Room.
Sunday School
Sunday School is offered for the 9:00 AM services to children (Pre-K thru 5th Grade).
Sunday School -- 9:00 AM
Wednesday Night Programs (In-Person Temporarily Suspended)
In addition to Sunday School, our Children's Ministry also includes Wednesday evening programming. These programs rotate based on season, so check back often.
Please check out our Virtual Wednesday Night Programming HERE
For more information about worship opportunities for children on Sundays and Wednesdays, as well as upcoming sporting events, please click HERE.
YOUTH MINISTRY
Youth Programming has resumed in-person and meets over summer. For more information on Youth Programs please visit us HERE.
SUNDAY
Middle School In-Person Group
High School In-Person Youth Group
Click HERE for more details on our youth programs.
ADULT DISCIPLESHIP
First Church is blessed with so many opportunities for us to learn together. Whether it is Bible Studies, Flow Groups, special opportunities like Financial Peace, or the Lead Like Jesus training. This church takes our small groups ministry seriously! A few of our classes on a temporary hiatus; however several are available in person or through ZOOM or phone conference calls. For more information, please click HERE to see where you can plug in.
Join Our Church
We have quarterly New Member Classes. Please contact the church office to find out when our next class is scheduled. (407) 365-3255
Please check out more information on How to Join and the United Methodist Handbook (a free online resource filled with comprehensive information about the denomination and the ways we live out our global mission).
We invite you to learn a little about, or contact, our Pastors.
Check our directory to find the best staff member to assist with your needs.
Parking / Directions
Our main parking lot is on the West side of the main Sanctuary on King Street. There is handicap parking in addition to parking spaces for our visitors. Overflow parking will be directed to the dirt field between the parking lot and baseball field. Volunteers from our golf cart ministry will provide transportation to and from the parking lot. Parking for seniors is available on the street in front of both sanctuary buildings. Additional parking is also available across the street from the Historic Sanctuary.
From Lakeland or Sanford:
- I-4 W toward Sanford/Orlando
- Take SR-417 S (TOLL) toward International Airports/Sanford (Exit 101B)
- Take SR-434 E, toward Oviedo (Exit 44)
- Turn right onto W Broadway St/SR-426
- Turn right at first intersection onto N Lake Jessup Ave.
- Take the 2nd left onto King St.
From Tampa:
- I-4 E toward Orlando
- Take SR-417 N (TOLL) toward Airport/Disney (Exit 18A)
- Take Red Bug Lake Rd. E exit and merge right onto Red Bug Lake Rd.
- Immediately get into the left hand turn lane and turn left onto SR 426 (W. Broadway St.)
- Go past Oviedo High School and turn left onto N. Lake Jessup Ave.
- Take the 2nd left onto King St.