Worship | What to Expect

WE ARE SO GLAD YOU ARE HERE AT GATOR WESLEY!

We hope you find that there is a place for you at Wesley!

Here is what a typical Sunday Night Worship @ Wesley looks like:

• We gather @ Wesley at 7pm on the Gator Wesley patio to see each other, share a free meal outdoors and connect.
• After dinner we head upstairs for a worship set and message from one of our directors or students and some announcements .
• There's always desserts after and space to hang out.

WORSHIP SET

During a typical night we will sing three or four songs. Everything we do during worship is to create an opportunity for students to connect with God in meaningful ways and to create an atmosphere where you are able to express yourself in ways that offer thanks and gratitude for the work that God is doing in each of us and in our community.

MESSAGE

The typical message is about twenty minutes, and our main teachers are our co-directors, Heather and Joel Pancoast. The goal is to share a relevant message that points us toward the work that God is doing through us and around us. We love to ask questions, knowing that there isn't always a clean answer.

ANNOUNCEMENTS

These are meant to inform everyone about what's happening at Gator Wesley. You can always find more info through our website and Instagram.

COMMUNION

Communion is a reminder that Jesus invites us into a story of grace and love. This ancient tradition is one that we regularly participate in at Gator Wesley. The communion table at Gator Wesley, and in the United Methodist Church, is an open one. There are no prerequisites involved. All are invited and all are welcome. During communion, you will be invited to participate, but you don't have to. Bread and grape juice are offered. Our directors and staff are always open to questions and conversations about communion.

AFTER WORSHIP

All are welcome to hang around in the worship space. There are usually desserts and music playing and you are welcomed to stay or head home. there are always staff at the Get Connected table to answer any questions.

LOCATION & DIRECTIONS

Gator Wesley is located right across from the University of Florida on the corner of W University Ave and NW 14th St. right next door to The Standard.

What's the culture like at Gator Wesley?

We are a diverse mix of backgrounds, personalities, talents, and gifts. Our hope at Gator Wesley is to encourage and develop lives that reflect the love of Christ. That means a lot of things, and we want you to know that regardless of your past, present, or future, you are welcome and loved by the people of Gator Wesley. The atmosphere is pretty laid-back, and we are intentionally focused on moving forward, growing and leaning into community as we learn from and grow with each other.

Want more info before you come to Gator Wesley?

Feel free to get in touch with one of our directors or staff here!