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Press Release: Pine Island Chapel
KALAMAZOO COUNTY, MI — Land formerly used for outdoor worship services in Texas Township will be the site of a new chapel.
Downtown Kalamazoo’s First Presbyterian Church is constructing a small chapel at 8882 West Q Ave., a plot of land formerly owned by Pine Island Church. The two churches merged in 2019, Seth Weeldreyer, senior pastor of First Presbyterian Church said.
Join us for a time of meditation, prayer, and music on Sunday, October 15. All in need of physical, emotional, or spiritual healing are invited to this contemplative service, which will be held in the East Transept of the sanctuary immediately following worship....
Youth Group Umbrella and Blanket Drive
Please donate to help our downtown neighbors stay warm, and know that they are loved! mereditha@fpckzoo.org
Session Highlights 09.27.2023
The following motions were adopted by Session on September 27, 2023 A motion to accept Sarah Cox, Dean and Kim VanLoo, Peterson Munene Gerald, Rosingh Amofa-Aoarkwa, Jim and Sharon Gleeson, and Robert and Joanne DeWit into membership of First Presbyterian Church...
“Water in the Wilderness”
September 23, 2023 – 17 Sunday after Pentecost The Rev. Dr. Seth E. Weeldreyer, First Presbyterian Church of Kalamazoo Exodus 17:1-7; Philippians 1:27-2:18 I want to live a holy, joyful life. As we often affirm before passing the peace, sometimes that feels...
Looking for a Greenhouse?
Our 8 ft x 12 ft greenhouse, located at the Pine Island Property, is in search of a new home. The panels have been carefully removed and are safely stored in a shed on the property. We are actively seeking to relocate it as soon as possible. If you or someone you know...
Refugee Resettlement Team
The FPC Refugee Resettlement Team has been working with the Salarzai family for two years. This family of 8 has 5 children enrolled in the Kalamazoo Public School’s English as a Second Language Program. The father is employed by Pfizer. Deep friendships with this...
“Luminous: To See More Clearly”
“Luminous: To See More Clearly” The Rev. Dr. Seth Weeldreyer, First Presbyterian Church of Kalamazoo August 20, 2023 – Twelfth Sunday after Pentecost Luke 1:68-79; Genesis 45:1-15 They’d thrown Joseph down a well in the desert. His arrogance and condescension just got...
We Celebrated the Vision!
This past Wednesday, September 13, 2023 we celebrated the anniversary of our Wednesday Night Dinners! The celebration included a special meal, music from the CTV Praise Band, and guest appearances. The three pillars of...
Choral Section Leaders Needed
Vibrant music program, stunning architecture and acoustics! Excellent Compensation! Email: Carlw@fpckzoo.org, if you or someone you know is interested.