“We become what we do.” The wise words of Margaret Aymer, preacher at the Presbyterian Association of Musicians Worship and Music Conference this summer, have been echoing through my brain since her closing sermon Friday morning. We become what we practice...
On this Memorial Day we share a story from Rev. Doug McLeroy’s book, On My Believing Days: A Story of Life and Faith. A member of our Pastoral Care ministry, Doug previously served as an Army chaplain. The book is available in the Welcome Center ($20). ...
For several months FPC offered Christian hospitality to a group of men with no homes of their own. Our Winter Emergency Shelter, in partnership with Urban Ministry, shared a meal and a warm, quiet, safe place to sleep. Many thanks to everyone who helped make it...
On Sunday we celebrated Donna Chase, Director of Christian Formation, as she retires after 23 years in ministry with us. One of my greatest blessings from family, along with a strong legacy of faith, is a deep love of life’s work and calling. I grew up with role...
Youth E- Note April 2025 One of our students’ favorite things we do is Breakfast Club at Chick Fil A. Even at 7:15 on a Wednesday or Thursday morning, they show up. Maybe it’s for the fellowship. Maybe it’s for the devotion. Maybe (probably) it’s for the chicken...
Dear Families, It’s April and the pollen is taking over! 🤣🤧Here is what’s happening in the last few weeks of children’s ministry at FPC! **This Friday, April 4 – First Families will gather at Joymongers 6-8pm. Bring the kids with your or get a...
During March our 200th anniversary celebration focuses on Outreach. Member Tamara Slaughter shares stories of service to our community and the world. In discussing Outreach, it’s fitting to learn how people who do the work are impacted. Here are reflections from FPC...
During March our 200th anniversary celebration focuses on Outreach. Member Tamara Slaughter shares stories of service to our community and the world. Habitat For Humanity is an ecumenical Christian organization that builds affordable homes for purchase by low-income...
Jerry Shetler, who served as FPC’s senior pastor from 1988 until his retirement in 1998, died March 11, 2025. Rev. Fred Horner, who served with Jerry, shares this remembrance. When Jerry Shetler was called by God’s Spirit to be First Presbyterian Church’s...
Dear Families, Hope you are having a great week! Here’s what’s happening. HEADLINES: VBS & Summer KDC registration is OPEN!!! VBS & KDC will take place on August 4-7 from 9am-noon. Ages three-rising second graders will be taking an Arctic Adventure...
