First Lutheran Church | Gainesville, FL | First Lutheran Church Gainesville

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A PLACE YOU CAN CALL HOME

If you’re looking for a church in the Gainesville area, we have a place for you at First Lutheran

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KIDS

WE LOVE OUR KIDS

We love having kids in worship, and we hope you bring your kids or grandkids with you!

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CAMPUS

MINISTRY

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Our campus ministry to students at UF and Santa Fe College can help you learn more about following Jesus, and build relationships with other students

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1801 NW 5th Ave, Gainesville, FL, 32603

Sunday mornings at 10:00 am

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First Lutheran will be live on vimeo every weekend. No matter where you are, you can participate.

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Vacation Bible School is a fun opportunity for your kids to learn more about Jesus, and have a great time doing it

Dates: July 14th-17th

Time: 5:00-7:30 pm

Ages: 3-11 years old (must be potty trained)

Each night, a kid-friendly dinner, and snacks are provided

And its FREE!!!!

Our theme for this year is 'True North', an Alaskan Adventure about how to Trust Jesus in the midst of a Wild World.

Space is limited, so sign up today reserve your spot!

Home Who We Are First Lutheran Church in Gainesville, FL

HEY THERE!

Thanks for stopping by our website! If you're searching for a church home, we're the place for you. We would love to have you join us for worship, either in person or online - whichever is best for you and your family.

Feel free to check out the New Here page to get your questions answered, or check out the FAQ below. Whether you've never been to church before, or grew up attending church weekly, we hope that you will join us

We believe that God wants to do great things through you!

- Pastor Chris and Pastor Rockey

Our Mission:

"ENRICHING THE LIVES OF PEOPLE WE MEET BY SHARING THE GRACE OF GOD."

FAQ

Have questions? We have the answers!

Where are you located?

First Lutheran Church

1801 NW 5th Ave, Gainesville, FL 32603

First Lutheran is located just a few blocks north of the UF campus.

What time is service?

Join us for worship, Sundays at 10:00 am – Everyone is Welcome!

Where do I park?

Parking is available all around the building, and in the grass parking lot.

Is there something for my kids?

We have a Kids Message during worship, as well as busy bags for the kids. We have Sunday School for kids during the school year.

What does a Typical Service Look Like?

Our worship service lasts about an hour. We sing, read from the Bible, hear a message about how God's Word applies to our lives, pray, and celebrate Holy Communion together. Feel free to watch a service online on our Vimeo page.

How do I get connected?

There are a lot of ways you can meet people at First Lutheran. In addition to Sunday worship, we have Bible studies, social events, and service opportunities for people of all ages. We hope you join us sometime, and invite a friend!

Is First Lutheran affiliated with a particular denomination?

First Lutheran is a member of the Lutheran Church - Missouri Synod (LCMS), a Bible-based church body with more than 1.7 million baptized members in close to 6,000 churches across the United States. For more information about the LCMS, check out www.lcms.org

I wasn't raised Lutheran. Can I join you?

Everyone is welcome to join us in our worship, service to others, and social activities. If you have any specific questions about what Lutheran's believe, or how we are different from other Christian denominations, you can always talk to Pastor Chris, or email him at PastorChris@FLCgainesville.org Basically, we believe the Bible is God's Word and we follow it.

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A CHURCH SERVING GAINESVILLE

SUNDAYS AT 10:00 AM | 1801 NW 5TH AVE, GAINESVILLE, FL 32603

NEW

A PLACE YOU CAN CALL HOME

If you’re looking for a church in the Gainesville area, we have a place for you at First Lutheran

WE LOVE OUR KIDS

COMMUNITY FOR YOU

IN PERSON

ONLINE

And its FREE!!!!

HEY THERE!

Our Mission:

"ENRICHING THE LIVES OF PEOPLE WE MEET BY SHARING THE GRACE OF GOD."

FAQ

Where are you located?

What time is service?

Where do I park?

Is there something for my kids?

What does a Typical Service Look Like?

How do I get connected?

Is First Lutheran affiliated with a particular denomination?

I wasn't raised Lutheran. Can I join you?

RECENT SERMON

EXPERIENCE FIRST LUTHERAN CHURCH

WE LOOK FORWARD TO MEETING YOU