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The church will never ask you to purchase gift cards as a way of stewardship or giving. If you receive any emails or other messages regarding gift cards, even if they seem to be signed by Pastor Chrissy or a member of staff, please report as spam, block and delete. Do...

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)...

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...

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...

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...

The young adults (age 18-23) will be making their annual service trip to Colcord, West Virginia on August 1-8, 2026.  If you'd like more information, or to register, please contact Meredith.  

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...

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...