How to Plan a First Visit to Asbury United Methodist Church in Maitland, FL
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Plan your first visit by choosing one of two Sunday services—9:30 am contemporary in the Fellowship Hall or 11 am traditional in the Sanctuary—then check kids' ministry and nursery options for your family's ages before you arrive. The church describes itself as a welcoming United Methodist congregation in Maitland serving the greater Orlando area, and its site offers a "Plan Your Visit" resource and a virtual campus tour to help you prepare.
Step 1: Pick the service that fits you
Both services meet on Sunday morning, but they differ in style and setting. Use this comparison to decide:
| 9:30 am Celebration Service | 11 am Traditional Service | |
|---|---|---|
| Location | Fellowship Hall | Sanctuary |
| Style | Modern worship music with a band | Choir, organ, hymns |
| Nursery (ages 1–4) | Provided | Provided |
| Kids ministry | Kids Ministry for age 5 through 5th grade | Kids welcome to sit with family |
If you prefer contemporary music and want your elementary-age children in a dedicated kids program, the 9:30 service is the clearer fit. If you value liturgy, hymns, and having children beside you in worship, consider the 11 am service.
Step 2: Confirm children's arrangements before arriving
Nursery care for ages 1–4 is offered at both services. Dedicated Kids Ministry (age 5 through 5th grade) is listed for the 9:30 am service only. If you plan to attend at 11 am with school-age children, expect them to sit with you.
The site also references engaging children's and youth ministries beyond Sunday morning. If you want details on youth programs or midweek activities, use the site's contact or ministry pages rather than assuming schedules—the available information covers Sunday morning offerings specifically.
Step 3: Find the campus and preview it
The church is located in Maitland, Florida, and serves the greater Orlando area. Before your first visit:
- Use the "Plan Your Visit" resource on asburymaitland.org for arrival details.
- Take the virtual campus tour on the site to see the Fellowship Hall and Sanctuary layouts, so you know where each service meets.
Arriving a few minutes early helps you park, find the right building, and get children checked in without rushing.
Step 4: Decide whether to attend in person or online
If you want to preview a service before visiting, both the 9:30 am and 11 am services stream online:
- Facebook — watch live; no account is required.
- YouTube — watch live or catch the sermon later.
Watching one service online is a low-pressure way to sample the preaching and music style before committing to an in-person visit.
What to expect once you're there
Asbury frames its mission as helping people experience the love of Jesus Christ and equipping them to pass it on. The church explicitly welcomes people exploring faith for the first time as well as those looking for a church home, so a first visit doesn't require any prior connection or commitment.
Quick checklist for your first Sunday
- Choose 9:30 am (contemporary, Kids Ministry available) or 11 am (traditional, children sit with family).
- Confirm nursery needs for ages 1–4—available at both services.
- Review the "Plan Your Visit" page and virtual tour on asburymaitland.org.
- Optionally, watch a livestream on Facebook or YouTube beforehand.
- Arrive early to park and check in children.