Tidbits From the Past Dianne Larson, Clerk of Session Pastor Kirk and I looked through First Pres’s first minutes book hoping to find information on the 1918 pandemic. There weren’t any minutes from those years, but it was interesting to read. Here are some tidbits from the past: The first entry is July 16, 1877. A group of several persons met in the school house in the Village of … [Read more...]

A night out suggestion from Pastor Kirk! Pastor Kirk came across this upcoming event at the Overture Center and would like to encourage our FPC family to attend: An Evening with C.S. Lewis – starring David Payne – is a captivating evening in 1963 where C.S. Lewis hosts a group of American writers at his home near Oxford. Throughout the evening he recalls the people and events that … [Read more...]

Seasonal Choir Opportunity Music is a pillar of worship at FPC and we're excited to announce an opportunity for our congregation to use their gift of singing! As we're carefully navigating the waters around Covid safety, we are optimistically announcing the formation of a seasonal choir. The first choir rehearsal would take place in November, possibly Wednesday, November 10. We will be … [Read more...]

Trunk or TreatSaturday, October 30 | 2 - 3 pm Trunk or Treat is back for year number two and we're excited to host another fun event for families! Check out the pictures below from last year's event. From the candy givers to the candy receivers, a great time was had by all. Don't suffer from FOMO (fear of missing out) this year! You'll want to show off your creatively decorated car and pass out … [Read more...]

From the Culture: NYC Woman Writes 4,000 Thank You Cards to Police Officers: ‘Grateful for Your Service’ In a recent article at The Daily Citizen, Zachery Mettler showcases the kindness of one woman and the impact it has on the lives of New York police officers. Hopefully, this article uplifts your spirit and also inspires you to find ways, even small ways, to add some goodness into the … [Read more...]