Upcoming Events

First United Methodist Church of Sarasota hosts many events and activities from support groups to musical performances. For more information use the contact listed within the event description, email the church at [email protected], or call 941-955-0935. Most activities have no fees unless otherwise stated.

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Pastor's Bible Study

Wednesdays at Noon and 6 p.m. (Room 104 and Zoom)

The Defeat of the Dragon: The Book of Revelation

Bring a Bible. This class will answer questions about this kind of literature, why it was written and why it was popular among Jews and Christians. We will address common futuristic interpretations and wrestle with its difficult imagery, violent storyline and theme of hope for the oppressed. 

For Zoom link:

Weekdays from 8:30-4:30 ~ Office (941-955-0935) 

After hours ~ Dr. Sam ([email protected])

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Upcoming Sunday Services

May 12 – Mother’s Day

Celebrate in the Narthex with Refreshments by Joy. Children’s Moment, Baptism.  

May 19 – PENTECOST SUNDAY

All invited to wear RED as we celebrate the birth of the church. Baptism.

June 2 – ONE SERVICE at 10 AM

Followed by FAREWELL to Dr. Sam in the Fellowship Hall.

June 16 – Father's Day ~ ONE SERVICE at 10AM

Followed by FAREWELL to Pastor Woody in the Fellowship Hall.

June 30 – ONE SERVICE at 11AM

Celebration of Freedom Followed by Patriotic Picnic in the Fellowship Hall.

July 7 – 8:30 and 11 a.m.

First UMC's new minister's (Rev. Brett DeHart) First Sunday