5 /5 Joellen Shaw: My family was first drawn to First United after attending the annual Wallace Gause concert held at the holidays each year in conjunction with the Pinellas Youth Symphony. As music performers and teachers, some of our students were performing. We were blown away by the music program at the church and started attending regularly soon after. Since that time in the late 90’s , I have personally participated in almost every music ensemble in the church whether traditional or contemporary. For those that find their worship through music there is no better place to fulfill that need. Our pastor, Matt Wallis, gives a sermon each week that is sincere, thoughtful, and compelling. You will leave refreshed and with “food for thought” as you begin your week. The congregation is warm and welcoming to all.