East Central District Florida UMC

04/05/2026

Happy Easter!
Christ the Lord is Risen! He is Risen, Indeed!

02/25/2026

02/11/2026

Bishop’s Regional Gathering

Join us for the 2026 Regional Gathering as Bishop Berlin and the Episcopal Office Team report back on what they learned from you during the Fall 2025 Listening Sessions.

These in-person gatherings are an opportunity to reconnect, reflect, and hear how your voices are shaping the life and future of The Florida Conference. All are welcome to attend.

Location: Peace UMC, 13502 Town Loop Blvd. Orlando FL 32837
Date: Monday, March 23, 2026
Time: 6:30 PM

We look forward to continuing the conversation and sharing how your insights are helping guide our collective work.

REGISTER TODAY:
https://florida-reg.brtapp.com/2026RegionalGatherings

01/15/2026

Travel to Rwanda or Zimbabwe with us! You do not want to miss this incredible opportunity to see Zoe Empowers firsthand!

12/25/2025

Merry Christmas East Central District family and Everyone! Thank you for sharing God’s love, Coast-to-Coast and beyond!

The people walking in darkness have seen a great light. . . A child is born to us, a son is given to us, and authority will be on his shoulders. He will be named Wonderful Counselor, Mighty God, Eternal Father, Prince of Peace. Luke 2: vss 2, 6-7 CEB

May you be blessed to be heralds of God’s hope and light especially in this season when so many people are overwhelmed by darkness.

May we go forth in the joy of our Savior and the grace and salvation he offers anew to our world! Then, remembering the words of our native son, the late, great, Rev. Dr. Howard Thurman let us serve God by serving others:

09/12/2025

📢 Lockmiller Grant Applications Are Open!

Does your church have a ministry serving children and families facing economic or social challenges?

The Alice W. Lockmiller Charitable Trust provides grants to help local United Methodist churches meet these vital needs.

🗓️ Applications accepted Sept 15 – Oct 12, 2025

Apply here: https://florida-reg.brtapp.com/AliceWLockmillerGrantApplication

09/12/2025

Your ministry can change lives — we can help.

The Ware Trust Grant supports Florida Conference churches and ministries in leading people deeper in their walk with Christ.

📅 Apply by October 12, 2025

Apply here: https://florida-reg.brtapp.com/WarePrayerandSpiritualFormationGrantApplication202447171

09/02/2025

Dear East Central District,

Bishop Berlin wants to see you this fall when he, along with other conference leaders, will embark on a statewide Listening Tour!

This is an opportunity to share your hopes, concerns, and vision for the future of the church. Bishop Berlin and other conference leaders will be present to learn from your stories and discern with you where God may be leading the Florida Conference next.

East Central District Listening Tour Details:

Date: Wednesday, September 24

Times and Locations:

9:00am-12:00pm Edge Memorial UMC
1:30pm-4:30pm First, St Cloud UMC
6:00pm-9:00pm Wesley UMC

We’re asking each of you to make this gathering a priority and to bring one layperson with you. Come ready to engage in meaningful conversation. Together, we’ll explore creative and faithful ways to impact our communities for the Kingdom as we awaken to the grace that is already at work among us.

Bishop Berlin is requiring each appointed clergy person along with one layperson from your congregation/campus ministry to be present at one of these three listening sessions in our District.
Clergy and laity are welcome to choose the location and time that is most convenient for you.

Please register your attendance so that we know how many to expect at each site.

Register HERE - https://florida-reg.brtapp.com/FallListeningTourEastCentralDistrict

08/21/2025

Good afternoon, East Central Churches,

This year The FL Conference will be offering a training for the Fall Charge/Church Conference season. The training will be hosted by Paula Mcdonald and offered at the remaining times:

August 25 - 10:30 AM or 12:00 PM

The training will provide information about using the Church Dashboard for Charge/Church Conference forms and reports. We will also go over the forms and reports for review and highlight the changes. All who are responsible for organizing and/or completing the forms or reports are welcome to attend.

Please register using the link below:
https://florida-reg.brtapp.com/2025AnnualFallChurchConferenceTraining?fbclid=IwY2xjawMUSXpleHRuA2FlbQIxMABicmlkETFiWGNNQXNzRGs1MlNOd0lnAR6t3Tpl-igjt1T2BJ_DFmFKOK_84MVQvKviGqX-aSGHqbojTzNAoPd2JCY_Ew_aem_Xu9rLi6egaJGYnZZIB19pw

07/07/2025

Praying that our new pastoral appointments experienced a blessed first Sunday!

07/02/2025

Check out the ECD July Newsletter!
https://www.flumc.org/ecd-july-2025-newsletter