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WMU Music Student Concert

WMU Music Student Concert

Friday, January 17 at 7:30pm Members from WMU’s student chapter of the American Choral Directors Association will present a benefit concert in our sanctuary Friday, January 17th at 7:30pm. Tickets are $10, with proceeds going toward sending a few of these future music...

Rescheduled for Sunday, February 9 following Worship – Reading Music from the Hymnal

Reading Music from the Hymnal

Sunday, January 19 following Worship Have you ever struggled to sing an unfamiliar hymn? Or perhaps you’re interested in learning the absolute basics of reading music? Maybe you’d like to know when and when not to sing in harmony? Join Michael on January 19 to learn...

Good News!

Good News!

Our wonderful Deacons spread Christmas joy this season through the delivery of over 40 Christmas flowers and plants to church members and friends living at home and in retirement communities. Thank you to all who give toward the Deacon Benevolence Fund throughout the...

Thank you! Thank you!

Thank you! Thank you!

We give thanks for the dedicated leadership of our congregation members concluding terms of service. As deacons: John Fiore, Allison Hammond, Janet Hildebrandt, and Nancy Johnson. As elders: Heather Cloetingh, Becky Demcovitz, Wendy King, Mark Loehrke, Pat Stromsta,...

Kalamazoo First Presbyterian Church 2024

Kalamazoo First Presbyterian Church 2024

The Christmas poinsettias in the Sanctuary are given to the glory of God by Members of First Presbyterian Church Given In Memory of In memory of Robert Bloomquist by Beverly Bloomquist In memory of Garrett Boersma & All Our Loved Ones Whose Lives We Remember and...

Christmas Eve Offering

Christmas Eve Offering

In August 2024, Pre came to KHA, unhoused, evicted, and facing a daunting future. Pregnant with twins, caring for two young children, and on unpaid parental leave from her two jobs, she was in a dire situation. Immediately upon her delivery, KHA collaborated with First Presbyterian Church to secure temporary housing for her family in an Extended Stay Residence, ensuring her safety and stability right out of the hospital. From there, KHA facilitated her application to HRI’s rapid rehousing program, securing full move-in costs and a five-month rental subsidy so she could focus on caring for her newborns.

Good News From the South

We received a phone call and card this week from a non-member on-line participants in worship — in Florida! The good news of “Love God” is sending though us reaches far and wide!  

Time to Decorate the Tree!

Time to Decorate the Tree!

Martha Circle invites you to decorate the tree in the Gathering Place with winter socks, hats, and mittens beginning on November 24. Cold weather is coming and our downtown neighbors need our help to stay warm and safe. Warm fingers and toes are a great way to say...