The Gathering Place meets at a co-working space called The Foundry located: 728 Fentress Blvd Daytona Beach, FL 32114.

We have an office inside The Foundry (upstairs) M-Thurs from 9am-5pm. Reach out to marmistead@firstunited.org if you’d like to make an appointment during the week.

We’re located between LPGA (near Tanger Outlets) and International Speedway, just minutes from the Race Track.

One of our mottos is: “come as you are!” and we mean it. Some folks wear shorts and a t-shirt while others may wear skirts and dresses/business casual. Wear what you feel most comfortable!

Yes! We are open and affirming of LGBTQ+ folks and believe in the sacred worth of ALL people. Our mission statement says “welcome everybody” and we believe that entails full participation in the church regardless of race, sexual orientation, gender, socio-economic status, or ability. We strive to practice Jesus’ example of unconditional love without exclusion.

Kids are always welcome in our services, but we also know that kids can experience faith formation in an environment geared to their age and development.

We have a nursery available every Sunday for kids 3 years and under.

Kid’s ministry for Pre-K to Elementary aged kids.

Youth Group on Sunday nights at First United (336 S. Halifax Dr. Ormond Beach, FL) 6:00pm-7:30pm.

The Gathering Place is a United Methodist community! We are connected to First UMC Ormond Beach and we call ourselves “The First United Family.”

The United Methodist Church forms disciples of Jesus Christ who, empowered by the Holy Spirit, love boldly, serve joyfully, and lead courageously in local communities and worldwide connections

The Gathering Place has an awesome worship team made up of talented musicians and vocalists (and we’re always looking for more!)

Our worship style is modern, but we integrate gospel, folksy hymns, and more into our services.

Contact mamistead@firstunited.org to learn more about being a part of our worship team.