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Floris Town Hall

Floris Town Hall

Join Pastor Drew for a special Town Hall on Wednesday, September 30, at 7:00 p.m. in the Sanctuary. This is an opportunity to come together as a church community, hear directly from Drew, and learn more about what’s happening at Floris.

During this 45-minute Town Hall, Pastor Drew will share an update with the Floris community and provide an opportunity to hear more about what’s ahead. Whether you’ve been part of Floris for years or are newer to the community, the Town Hall is a chance to stay informed, connect with others, and be part of the conversation about our church and its future.

Following the Town Hall, stick around for cookies and conversation in the Gathering Space. It’s a simple opportunity to continue the conversation, connect with other members of the Floris community, and spend some time together.

Childcare Available

We want families to be able to participate in the Town Hall. Childcare will be provided during the event, but registration is required for childcare. Please register in advance so we can make sure we have the appropriate arrangements in place.

Can’t Attend in Person?

We know schedules don’t always make it possible to be there in person. The Town Hall will be recorded so you can still lean in, stay connected, and be part of the conversation. Sign up below to receive the recording link when it becomes available.

LINK REGISTRATION COMING SOON!

Save the date: Wednesday, September 30, at 7:00 p.m. We hope you’ll join Pastor Drew and the Floris community for this important time together.

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Kid Nation

Kid Nation

Kid Nation: Faith That Grows With Your Child

Kid Nation is back, and we’re ready to kick off a new season of faith, friendship, fun, and growing closer to Jesus!

Sunday mornings at Floris UMC are a special time for children from preschool through grade 5 to learn, connect, and discover what it means to follow Jesus. As we kick off a new season of Kid Nation, we’re excited to welcome kids and families back and create a place where every child can feel known, loved, and encouraged in their faith.

Kid Nation partners with parents to help kids develop a faith in Jesus Christ that lasts a lifetime. Through age-appropriate, relevant, and scriptural teaching, children are invited to explore God’s Word, ask questions, and discover how faith connects to their everyday lives. Each Sunday is an opportunity for kids to learn something new, build confidence in who God created them to be, and take another step in their relationship with Jesus.

But Kid Nation is about more than what happens during the lesson. We believe relationships are an important part of a child’s faith journey. That’s why we create opportunities for children to build friendships with their peers and develop meaningful relationships with caring leaders who encourage and support them along the way.

Most importantly, Kid Nation is about helping every child develop a personal relationship with Jesus. Whether your child is joining us for the first time or coming back after the summer, there is a place for them here. We want every child to know that they belong, that they are deeply loved by God, and that they have a role to play in God’s story.

Come kick off a new season of Kid Nation with us! Bring your kids, invite a friend, and get ready for a Sunday morning filled with fun, connection, learning, and faith.

We can’t wait to see our Kid Nation family back together and begin another year of growing in faith, building friendships, and following Jesus together!

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Group Life Fair

Group Life Fair

Gathering Space | Sunday, September 13, 2026 | After 9:00am & 11:00 am Services

Find Your People. Find Your Place. Find Your Community.

Looking for a way to connect beyond Sunday worship? Our Fall Group Life Fair is a great opportunity to discover groups, meet leaders, ask questions, and find a community where you can grow, serve, and build meaningful relationships.

Following each worship service on Sunday, stop by the fair at Floris and explore the many ways to get connected this fall.

Explore Groups for Every Interest

Whether you’re looking to deepen your faith, meet new people, share a common interest, or find support during a particular season of life, there is a group for you.

At the Fall Group Life Fair, you can learn more about:

  • Life Groups for building relationships, growing in faith, and doing life together
  • Music Groups for those who want to share their gifts through music
  • Care and Support Groups offering connection and encouragement through life’s challenges
  • Affinity Groups that bring people together around shared interests, experiences, and passions

With group leaders available at each table, you’ll have the opportunity to learn what each group is about and find the right fit for you.

Join a Life Group >

Meet the People Behind the Groups

Not sure where to start? That’s okay! Come with your questions and talk directly with group leaders. They can tell you what to expect, who the group is for, when they meet, and how you can get involved.

The fair is designed to be welcoming and low-pressure. You don’t have to know exactly what you’re looking for. Come browse, have a conversation, and see what catches your interest.

Take the Next Step

Being part of a group is more than adding another activity to your calendar. It’s an opportunity to build relationships, discover new interests, grow in your faith, and experience a deeper sense of belonging at Floris.

Stop by the Fall Group Life Fair after worship and see where you might connect this fall. Bring a friend, meet a few new people, and explore the many ways you can find community at Floris.

There are plenty of opportunities to get connected. We’d love to help you find yours!

Sunday, September 13, 2026 | After 9:00am & 11:00 am Services

For more information, contact Bill Gray or Carol Edwards

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Church Online Listening Session

Church Online Listening Session

You’re part of the Floris community—wherever you worship from. Join us on August 16, 2026 for a special Online Attendee Listening Session designed to help us connect, listen, and explore ways to build deeper relationships within our online community.

This gathering is an opportunity for online attendees to meet one another, connect with a Floris pastor, and share their experiences, hopes, and ideas for the future. While we value hearing about your online worship experience, this session is less about evaluating or critiquing worship and more about discovering how we can help online attendees feel more connected and engaged as part of the Floris family.

Choose the session time that corresponds with your usual online worship time:

  • 9:00 AM online attendees: Join us at 10:00 AM
  • 11:00 AM online attendees: Join us at 12:00 PM

A Conversation About Connection

We want to better understand how online attendees would like to grow deeper at Floris. Whether you’ve been joining online for a short time or have been part of our community for years, your perspective matters.

During this session, we’ll explore questions like:

  • How would you like to connect with others in the Floris community?
  • Are you interested in opportunities such as small groups or online gatherings?
  • What would help you feel more engaged and supported in your faith journey?
  • What are your hopes for being part of the Floris community?

Meet, Connect, and Grow Together

This is a welcoming opportunity to meet others who worship online, build relationships, and have meaningful conversations about what community can look like beyond Sunday worship. You’ll also have the chance to meet one of our pastors and learn more about ways to take the next step in connecting with Floris.

Whether you’re looking for deeper relationships, opportunities to serve, or simply a chance to meet others who share your connection to Floris, we invite you to be part of this conversation.

Share Your Voice

In addition to the listening session, we invite all online attendees to complete our online community survey. Your feedback will help us better understand your experiences, interests, and opportunities for creating meaningful connections.

Register Here to attend the Online Attendee Listening Session.

Take the Survey Here to share your thoughts and help us better serve our online community.

We look forward to listening, connecting, and discovering new ways to grow together as one Floris community.

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Artist Reception: Andrea Finch – What the Bees See

Artist Reception: Andrea Finch – What the Bees See

Join us for a special Artist Reception celebrating What the Bees See, the current exhibition in the Floris Art Gallery. This is a wonderful opportunity to experience the artwork, meet the artist, and learn more about the inspiration and creative process behind this unique installation.

Meet the Artist

During the reception, you’ll have the chance to connect with the featured artist and hear firsthand how What the Bees See came to life. Discover the ideas, observations, and creative vision that shaped this immersive collection, and gain a deeper appreciation for the relationship between art, nature, and faith.

Experience Creation Through a New Perspective

Inspired by the remarkable way bees experience the world, What the Bees See invites visitors to slow down and notice the beauty, complexity, and wonder woven throughout creation. Through vibrant color, rich textures, and layered artistic expression, the exhibit offers a fresh perspective on flowers, light, movement, and the intricate ecosystems that sustain life.

As you explore the gallery, you’ll be encouraged to reflect on the interconnectedness of creation and the ways even the smallest details reveal God’s creativity and care. Each work of art offers an invitation to pause, observe, and discover beauty that is often overlooked in the busyness of everyday life.

Connect Through Art and Conversation

Whether you’re an art enthusiast, a nature lover, or simply curious about the exhibition, the Artist Reception provides a welcoming space to engage with the artwork and connect with others in the community. Enjoy meaningful conversations with fellow guests while celebrating the creativity and inspiration found in this month’s featured exhibit.

Everyone Is Welcome

Come experience an evening of art, conversation, and reflection as we celebrate What the Bees See. Bring a friend, meet the artist, and discover how creativity can deepen our appreciation for creation, inspire wonder, and draw us into community.

We look forward to welcoming you to the Floris Art Gallery for this special reception!

Want to continue exploring? Learn more about this month’s exhibition and discover past featured exhibits on our Art Gallery page.

Inspired to share your own creativity? The Floris Art Gallery welcomes artists in our community to exhibit their work. If you’re interested in being considered for a future exhibition, we invite you to apply to exhibit with us and share your artistic gifts with our church community.

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Floris Youth Music Festival Registration

Floris Youth Music Festival Registration

Registration is now open for Floris Youth Music Festival! If you’re a student in grades 6–12 with a passion for music, dance, or performance, we invite you to share your talents in a supportive, creative, and faith-filled community.

Whether you love to sing, play an instrument, dance, perform as part of a band, or showcase another musical talent, Floris Youth Music Festival is a place where you can grow your skills, express your creativity, and encourage others through the performing arts.

Share Your Gifts

Youth Music Festival welcomes students with a variety of talents, including:

  • Vocal performances
  • Instrumental performances
  • Dance
  • Bands and small ensembles
  • Other musical or performance talents

No matter your experience level, this is an opportunity to develop your abilities while connecting with other students who share your passion for music and performance.

Perform Throughout the Year

Participants will have the opportunity to perform in two Youth Music Festival concerts during the program year, giving students the chance to share their talents with family, friends, and the church community while building confidence and performance experience.

Students will also have the opportunity to receive service hours for their participation. In addition, the festival concerts will serve as fundraising concerts to support and benefit our local communities, allowing students to use their gifts not only to perform, but also to make a positive difference in the lives of others.

Why Participate?

As part of Floris Youth Music Festival, students will:

Whether you’re an experienced performer or looking for a place to explore your talents, the Floris Youth Music Festival offers a fun and encouraging environment where everyone has the opportunity to shine!

Register Today

Registration is required to participate in Floris Youth Music Festival.

Register Here to reserve your spot and be part of an exciting year of music, creativity, and performance. We look forward to seeing the incredible talents our students will share this year!

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Children’s Choir Recruitment

Fall Children’s Choir Recruitment at Floris

Register Now!

Give your child the opportunity to discover the joy of music, build confidence, and grow in faith through Floris Children’s Choirs this fall! Children of all experience levels are invited to join a welcoming community where they can sing, learn, make friends, and share their gifts.

A Place to Sing, Learn, and Grow

Children’s Choirs at Floris are about more than learning songs—they are an opportunity for children to experience the joy of music while building meaningful connections with others. Through rehearsals and performances, children will:

  • Develop musical skills and confidence
  • Learn the value of teamwork and encouragement
  • Explore creativity through singing and music
  • Use their voices to celebrate and worship

A Choir for Every Child

Whether your child has years of singing experience or is stepping into choir for the first time, there is a place for them! Our choirs welcome young singers at every experience level and provide a fun, supportive environment where children can grow at their own pace.

Children will be surrounded by caring leaders and friends as they discover the joy of making music together and become part of a community that celebrates their unique gifts.

Growing in Faith Through Music

Music is a powerful way for children to connect with their faith and experience God’s love. Through choir, children will:

  • Explore meaningful songs and biblical messages
  • Build confidence sharing their voices with others
  • Strengthen their connection to the Floris faith community
  • Experience the joy of worshiping together

Join Us This Fall!

Families are invited to be part of an exciting season of music, friendship, and faith. Floris Children’s Choirs provide children with the opportunity to form lasting friendships, learn new skills, and discover how their voices can make a difference.

Whether your child loves to sing or is simply curious to try something new, we invite them to join us this fall!

Register Here to reserve your child’s spot and be part of Floris Children’s Choirs this fall.

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Pastor Drew’s Book Club

Pastor Drew’s Book Club: Unapologetic

Wednesdays | 7:00–8:30 PM
August 19, August 26 & September 2
Floris United Methodist Church

Have you ever struggled to explain why your faith still matters in today’s world? Or wondered how to talk about Christianity in a way that is honest, thoughtful, and grounded in real life? Join Pastor Drew for a three-week book club as we read and discuss Unapologetic: Why, Despite Everything, Christianity Can Still Make Surprising Emotional Sense by Francis Spufford.

Rather than offering a traditional defense of Christianity, Spufford shares a heartfelt and refreshingly honest account of what it means to follow Christ in a world where faith is often misunderstood or dismissed. With his signature wit, insightful storytelling, and engaging writing style, he explores the emotional and spiritual realities of Christian belief, acknowledging both the beauty and the challenges of living a life of faith. His approach is thoughtful, authentic, and often humorous, making this an engaging read for anyone seeking a deeper understanding of Christianity.

Whether you’ve been a Christian for many years, are exploring faith for the first time, or simply enjoy meaningful conversations about life and belief, this book club offers a welcoming space to read, reflect, and learn together. Pastor Drew will guide each week’s discussion, creating opportunities to explore the book’s themes, ask questions, share perspectives, and encourage one another in faith.

This three-week series is a wonderful opportunity to connect with others, deepen your understanding of the Christian faith, and engage with a thought-provoking book in a relaxed and welcoming environment. We encourage participants to attend all three sessions to get the most out of the discussion, but you’re welcome to join us even if you can’t make every week.

Registration is encouraged so we can plan accordingly. Reserve your spot using the registration link and join us as we journey through Unapologetic together.

Register Here

We look forward to seeing you on Wednesday evenings from 7:00–8:30 PM at Floris United Methodist Church!

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