Special Services

Let us help you plan a service that reflects your faith, your story, and the people you love.

First United Methodist Church Gulfport is honored to celebrate life’s sacred moments. We offer baptisms for all ages as a celebration of God’s grace and new beginnings, weddings rooted in faith, love, and community, and funerals that honor and remember those who have returned to their eternal home.

Baptisms

Whether you're bringing an infant, guiding a youth, or making the decision as an adult, we welcome all to take this meaningful step in their spiritual journey as part of our church family.

Weddings

With a beautiful setting and caring pastoral support, we’re here to help make your wedding a joyful and meaningful celebration of love and commitment.

Funerals

Our faith community is here to support you through times of grief and loss, helping you create a meaningful service that reflects the promise of eternal life.

We’d love to connect with you!

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What our community says

“FUMC is a welcoming, caring church that uplifts through worship and empowers us to make a difference in the community.”

Jeanette Smith

“This faith community welcomes everyone and reflects God’s love through preaching, programs, and outreach.”

George Lammons

“FUMC provides a welcoming spiritual home with inspiring worship, fellowship, and community service.”

Jess Waltman

“Led by Claire and Jill, this church offers a welcoming home and a heart for service.”

Bob Reeves

“FUMC is a welcoming, judgment-free church where you can truly come as you are.”

Nathan Powell

“FUMC is a welcoming church where God’s love abounds and everyone is valued from the moment they arrive.”

Brandi Mire
FUMC is a church where everyone is welcomed. It is a caring church with many service opportunities to reach out and make a difference in our community. Worship services are uplifting, and there are numerous small group experiences available.
Jeanette Smith
This is a faith community that works every day to love God and to love others. It is inviting and open to everyone regardless of who you are, where you are from or where you have been. Those qualities are reflected in the preaching, the programs and the outreach.
George Lammons
First United Methodist Church was my spiritual home when I lived on the Mississippi Gulf Coast, and Pastor Claire Dobbs and the team made everyone feel welcome. The team went above and beyond to provide a engaging worship, fellowship, and discipleship experiences, and their service to the community is a model that we all should strive to follow.
Jess Waltman
Wonderful church that is active in service to our community. My family and I are so thankful that we decided to try this church out 11 years ago. Claire and Jill do a great job leading us and the people are welcoming and willing to serve!
Bob Reeves
I love being a member of FUMC. Everyone is so welcoming and it’s easy to plug in. People don’t judge when you walk in the door. Our church really has a “come as you are” attitude, and I think that’s my favorite part. I love our pastors and music team as well!
Nathan Powell
I came to FUMC about 12 years ago thanks to a friend, and I am so thankful I did. The two pastors, Claire and Jill, are absolutely amazing! They make you feel welcomed, valued, and engaged from the moment you arrive. If you’re looking for a church home where you are truly loved for who you are, this is your place. God’s love abounds here!
Brandi Mire