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104 S. Pineapple Ave. Sarasota FL 34236

(941) 955-0935

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Choir

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Chancel Choir

The FUMC Chancel Choir sings the best sacred music in the American Protestant and English choral traditions. The choir provides musical leadership weekly at our 11 a.m. traditional worship.

The Chancel Choir is always welcoming new members. There is NO audition required. For those who enjoy choral singing and musical camaraderie, please contact us at the email address below.

Chancel Choir’s rehearsals are Wednesday evenings at 7 p.m., Labor Day thru Memorial Day. During the Summer the choir meets on Sundays at 9:45 a.m. in the choir room.  

Please email mstuart@firstsrq.com for more information.

Where are you located?

First Church is located at 104 S. Pineapple Ave. in downtown Sarasota, FL 34236. 

What time are worship services?

There are three different and unique services:

  • 8:30 a.m. – Traditional Worship in the Chapel
  • Contemporary Worship – online only
  • 11:00 a.m. – Traditional Worship in the Sanctuary

Click here for more information about services.

What are the church office hours?

Monday – Friday | 8:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.

(NOTE: The church office closes at 2:30 p.m. on Fridays during June, July and August.)

The office is closed on the following holidays:

New Year’s Day 
Martin Luther King, Jr. Day 
Good Friday
Monday after Easter
Memorial Day
Independence Day
Labor Day
Thanksgiving and the Friday after Thanksgiving
Christmas and the day after Christmas

Which service would be right for me?

Click here for more information about services.

What should I wear?

There is no dress code. Dress as you feel comfortable.

Men wearing shorts can be seen regularly at the first service. At the second service, you will see more men opting to wear dress slacks, especially in the winter.

Ladies can often be seen wearing dresses/skirts.

Can I take drinks into the worship service?

Yes. Drinks are allowed in both the chapel and sanctuary. Make yourself at home. 

Where do I park?

There is plenty of free parking available. Complimentary parking is available at the Mira Mar Court entrance (in the rear of the building).

Directly across the street from our front entrance,  the new Mark Sarasota building has designated 80 parking spots for those who attend service at First Church. For those who are interested in this option, our designated spaces are the first spaces that you come to upon entering the parking garage. When  ramp spaces are filled, continue and turn left at the Public Parking sign. No charge. If you do not have a First Church Parking Sticker, they are available at the Welcome Center in the Narthex (lobby area).

In addition to street parking, the city’s State Street Parking Garage and Palm Avenue Parking Garage are also available.

Finally, Valet Parking is available at the Mira Mar Court entrance to the church. Valet service begins at 8 a.m. YOU MUST RECLAIM YOUR VEHICLE BY 12:30 p.m.

How can I submit a prayer request?

We welcome all requests for prayer. Click here for the prayer request page.

Can I watch this week’s sermon?

You can watch here or click here to watch any past sermon.

What ministries does First Church provide?

Click here for a list of ministries.

What are the upcoming events at First Church?

Click here for a complete list of events

How can I volunteer for First Church?

Click here to see the volunteer page.

How do I become a member?

To learn more about becoming a member of First Church, contact Donna Maynard, Director of Ministries 941-955-0935.

How can I contact someone at First Church?

Click here for our contact form.

Do you provide Child Care Services?

Yes we do. Click here for more information.

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