REVIVAL WEEKEND
Sharing the Good News of Jesus
Saturday, August 29
5:00 PM
Sunday, August 30
9:30 AM · 10:55 AM · 5:00 PM
Maybe you are here for a reason.
Maybe it’s been a long time since you’ve been to church. Maybe you’ve never been. Maybe you have questions about God, faith, or what comes next. Wherever you are, you’re invited to Revival Weekend…a weekend of hope, encouragement, and a message that could change the way you see your life.
REVIVAL WEEKEND
August 29–30
SERVICE TIME
Saturday: 5:00 PM
Sunday: 9:30 AM, 10:55 AM & 5:00 PM
location
First Sarasota
1661 Main Street
Sarasota, FL 34236
FOR YOUR FAMILY
We love kids! First Kids is available Saturday at 5:00 PM and Sunday at 9:30 AM & 10:55 AM. Teenagers are welcome to join us for any service.
WHAT TO EXPECT
Worship
A meaningful time of worship together.
Biblical Message
Hear an encouraging Gospel-centered message from Tony Nolan.
For your family
We have a place for your kids and teenagers!
COME AS YOU ARE
Whether First Sarasota is already home or this is your first time at church, you're welcome here.
Meet Tony Nolan
A story of redemption. A life dedicated to sharing Jesus.
Our Revival Weekend services will include worship, community, and a Biblical message from our special guest, Tony Nolan.
After experiencing a difficult childhood marked by abandonment, abuse, addiction, and brokenness, Tony encountered Jesus in 1989 and surrendered his life to Christ. God radically changed the direction of his life and gave him a passion for helping others hear the Gospel.
Since then, Tony has spent decades traveling across the country, sharing the hope of Jesus and seeing God use his testimony to lead people toward salvation and a deeper relationship with Christ.
We’re grateful to have Tony with us at First Sarasota and are expectant for what God will do!
The Great Exchange
A Squishy Trading Event for First Kids
Revival Weekend isn’t just for adults—First Kids has something special planned too! Kids are invited to bring squishies they’d like to trade, meet new friends, and have a ton of fun during The Great Exchange.
But there’s an even greater exchange to discover. Throughout the experience, kids will learn about the Greatest Exchange Ever—what Jesus did for us and the incredible gift He offers each of us.
Bring your squishies. Trade. Have fun. Make friends. Discover the Greatest Exchange Ever.
Programming available for Birth through 5th Grade
3 WAYS TO GET INVOLED
Help someone in your life experience Revival Weekend.
1. PRAY
Pray for hearts to be open, obstacles to be removed, and for God to move in our church and community.
Who has He already placed in your life who needs Jesus?
A neighbor, coworker, family member, friend, another parent at your child’s school, or someone who used to attend church but has gotten away? Write their names, and commit to pray for them every day between now and Revival Weekend.
Lord, open their heart.
Prepare them to hear and receive the Gospel.
Lord, give me courage.
Help me recognize the opportunity and invite them.
Lord, remove obstacles.
Make a way for them to be here for one of the services on August 29 or 30.
Lord, use Tony Nolan.
Give him clarity, boldness, compassion, and the Spirit's power.
Lord, move in our church.
Give First Sarasota a renewed burden for the lost.
Lord, save people.
We cannot change hearts, but we're asking You for a harvest of souls.
2. INVITE
A simple invitation from you can make an eternal impact. Don’t overthink it—you don’t need the perfect words.
A personal invitation can make an eternal impact.
A personal invitation from someone they already know can be as simple as a phone call or a few of these texts:
TEXT 1 — START THE CONVERSATION
Hey! Our church has a really special weekend coming up August 29–30, and you came to mind. I’d love for you to come with us!
TEXT 2 — MAKE IT PERSONAL
I really think you’d enjoy this. We’re calling it Revival Weekend, and we’re having Tony Nolan with us. His story is incredible, and it’s all about hope and how Jesus can change a life.
TEXT 3 — FOLLOW UP
Hey! Just wanted to circle back about Revival Weekend this weekend. Do you think you’ll make it? We’d still love for you to come with us!
The goal isn't to convince someone. The goal is simply to invite them.
3. SHARE
Help us spread the word! Download the official Revival Weekend resources to invite your friends, family, and community.
Revival Weekend Resource Guide
Get more invites, prayer prompts, FAQs, and tools to help you prepare for Revival Weekend.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Who should I invite?
Anyone God has placed in your life, especially someone who doesn’t know Jesus, doesn’t have a church home, has walked away, or needs hope right now.
What if they ask a faith question I can't answer?
You don’t have to know everything. It’s okay to say, “Great question. I don’t know, but I’d love to find out with you.”
What if they already attend another church?
This isn’t about pulling people from a Bible-believing church. Focus on those who don’t know Jesus or aren’t connected anywhere.
Can their kids come with them?
We love kids! First Kids is available Saturday at 5:00 PM and Sunday at 9:30 AM & 10:55 AM. Teenagers are welcome to join us for any service.
What if they say no?
That’s okay. Your responsibility is faithfulness, not the outcome. Keep loving and praying for them. Reach out anyway.
What if I haven't talked to them in a while?
A simple, genuine invitation may mean more than you realize.
What if I'm nervous to invite someone?
That’s normal. Pray first, then send the text. Courage doesn’t mean feeling comfortable. It means being faithful anyway.
Can I invite more than one person?
Absolutely. Pray about several people and invite as many as God puts on your heart.
Which services should they come to?
While the Lord may move in a unique way during each service, they are welcome to attend whichever service works best for their schedule.
