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Wednesday Noon Prayer Service
Take a moment to pause, breathe, and reconnect in the middle of your week. Our Wednesday Noon Prayer Service is a small, informal gathering offering space for quiet reflection and renewal. Scripture, prayer, and moments of stillness accompanied by gentle piano music...
Can You Spot FPC?
Take a closer look at this Kalamazoo sign, displayed in the newly remodeled Arthur Washington Jr. Crosstown Center at 150 E. Crosstown Parkway. You may recognize two of First Presbyterian Church’s windows included in the design! A fun reminder of FPC’s place in the...
Name Tags
Wearing your name tag at church may seem like a small thing, but it can have a substantial impact. New members and visitors can easily learn names and may feel more comfortable starting conversations. Name tags help bridge generations, support inclusivity, and make...
Thank you, Michael!
In honor of Michael Montgomery and his contribution to the life of our congregation, the Worship and Music Committee invites you to add to the Pastors' Discretionary Fund. As Michael begins life within the Monastery of the Holy Cross, he may bring almost nothing with...
With Gratitude…
We remember Hugh and Ruth Moser and their dedication to this congregation, to youth and children, and to making the world a better place. A generous bequest from their estate has been received by the church and will be divided, according to the family’s wishes between...
EPS foam recycling
A Note from the Earth Care Team: Residents of the City of Kalamazoo are invited to drop off EPS foam for recycling on Saturday, July 25th. Where? The parking lot of Mayor’s Riverfront Park When? 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. What is accepted? Foam labeled with a 6 symbol only....
Hope Garden Update 2026
This year, the 18th year of the Hope Garden, we planted seedlings of tomatoes, potatoes, peppers, okra, eggplant and cabbage. We planted seeds of squash, beans, cucumbers and sweet corn. In 2025 we harvested about 2,400 pounds of produce with the majority going to...
Farewell to our Refugee Family
Farewell to our Refugee Family (the Salarzai’s) from Afghanistan Their oldest son just graduated from high school. They are moving to Seattle to be with family. Best of luck and many prayers!
Food Scrap Recycling
The City of Kalamazoo is excited to introduce a pilot Food Scrap Recycling program as part of our Community Sustainability Plan. With up to 38% of landfill waste being organic, this program offers residents an easy way to recycle food scraps and reduce waste. For all...