A "First Pres" warm welcome to you!Maybe you are a life-long Presbyterian who just moved to town. Maybe you have never been to church before. Maybe it's been a long time since you've been to a church and you are afraid the roof might cave in! Don't worry, we understand!
First Pres strives to welcome all visitors, even those that might be a little uneasy. We know you might have some questions, so here are some things that might make it a little less scary for you. What should I wear?Clothes. There is no dress code at First Pres. Some of us feel comfortable in a suit and tie, others of us feel comfortable in jeans, t-shirts, and flip-flops. However you feel most comfortable, you are welcome!
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When should I show up?
Worship is at 10:15 am during the school year (the Sunday after Labor Day through early June), and at 9:30 am during the summer, but you are going to want to show up a little earlier to enjoy the musical prelude AND we have a fantastic fellowship time right before church. Free coffee (really good coffee!) and treats are available as you chat and get to know others. And make sure to tell the greeters serving you beverages that you are a first time guest. You get a free gift!!
What about Sunday School?
We offer Sunday School for all ages during the school year. Sunday School classes begin at 9:00 a.m. We offer classes for children age 3 through High School, as well as an adult class.
What do I do with my kids during church?There are several options for parents of young children. We have an upstairs nursery during worship for under age 5 (adult supervision is required--volunteers can fill in). Off the sanctuary is a Children's Worship Room for slightly older children. We welcome kids during worship (even ones that don't sit still!), but we understand that it is sometimes hard for parents with small children to focus during worship.
Coloring kits are available as you enter the sanctuary. As part of our regular worship service, the Pastor gives a "children's moment" about 15 minutes into the service. It is customary for children of regular members to participate in the children's moment and then return to their family seats or gather in the Children's Worship Room. |
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Where do I sit?
Wherever you like! We don't have assigned seats. : )
What can I expect from the worship service?
Worship at First Pres is a very unique experience. Our worship services are hard to categorize...they are a blend of traditional and contemporary elements that would be best described as "modern" worship. We have a praise team. We sing hymns...and contemporary Christian music. The only way to really understand how amazing worshiping God can be is to join us!
How do I get involved?
If you are interested in getting involved with First Pres, just let us know! If you have any more questions, feel free to contact us at 815-692-2963 or [email protected].
