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Here we will share church, group, and congregational news and stories.

Celebrate EARTH DAY 2026

On Earth Day, April 22, 2026, the PC(USA) affirms that as people of faith, we have a moral responsibility to be good stewards of the earth, working to reverse damage done to God's creation. Easy ways to start: Watch the guided nature tour “Gifts of the Land” (YouTube)...

Share Something Good!

Read anything great lately? Heard an inspiring podcast? Spotted some uplifting local news? Our newly updated bulletin board is ready for your shout-outs and joyful discoveries. You’ll find it in the hallway on the Library level, on your way to the offices. Share a...

Earth Care Congregation

From the Earth Care Team: First Presbyterian Church has received a letter of Congratulations for our 10+ years of recertification as an Earth Care Congregation! As people of faith, we seek to "serve and preserve" people as they move toward sustainable choices that...

Segregation video and discussion

If you missed it, the viewing and discussion of “How FDR Segregated Kalamazoo” is available via this link. The presentation starts 12 minutes in and lasts just about an hour. In the video, Matt Smith shares insights from his extensive research into Kalamazoo‘s history...

Lenten Devotional

You can pick up your Lenten devotional from the kiosk in the Gathering Place: Discipleship in a Divided Age: A Lenten Journey Through Matthew’s Gospel. In a world marked by division, uncertainty and competing narratives, Matthew’s Gospel speaks with striking...

Bible Donations

Do you have extra Bibles you are looking to rehome? Each day we receive requests for Bibles from our neighbors. If you happen to have an extra, of any translation, we would love to pass it along to someone with a desire to seek the Word as they navigate life's...

Pastor’s Discretionary Fund

Each day, our neighbors reach out to us in need of a little help. Many are housing insecure or seeking stable housing, desperately trying to keep the heat on or struggling with mounting medical bills. The Pastor’s Discretionary Fund here at FPC exists to help meet...