Features Overview

We are thrilled and honored that you are considering selecting First Coral Gables as your church family! Our doors are open to anyone and everyone who wants to find and follow Christ!

We’re sure you’d like to learn a little more about this church, and whether you will feel at home here. That is what this orientation is all about! Here you will discover who we are, what you will gain from worshipping here, and what the Methodist tradition is all about.

Below you will find three short videos, followed by some points to reflect upon. Watch them at your own pace. If these speak to you, then you may want to take the next step and become a member of First Coral Gables! We can’t wait to welcome you here!

STARTING POINT • SESSION 1
(7:31)

Questions to consider after watching video:
• What is important to you in a faith community?
• What about First Coral Gables connects with you?
• What questions do you have about the church or about the United Methodist denomination?

STARTING POINT • SESSION 2
(12:31)

Questions to consider after watching video:
• Which (if any) of the four Wesleyan characteristics that Pastor Hedy described most appeals to you?
• Can you think of examples in your own life where you experienced prevenient grace? Justifying grace? Sanctifying grace?
• Which (if any) of the spiritual practices (“means of grace”) would you be interested in exploring?
• How might you be able to use the Quadrilateral tool to explore your faith?

STARTING POINT • SESSION 3
(9:37)

Questions to consider after watching video:
• What questions do you still have about First Coral Gables or the United Methodist Church?
• What does membership in a church mean to you?

To take a free Spiritual Gifts assessment, click here!

Are you ready to take the next step?

Still have doubts or questions? Then sit down with Pastor Hedy over coffee and share your concerns. To set up an in-person (or ZOOM) chat at your convenience, contact the church office at 305.445.2578.