We are imperfect people
striving to live God’s love
in the way of Jesus Christ.
We welcome and affirm people of all backgrounds, ethnicities, identities, and orientations no matter where they are on their journeys of life and faith. We cherish our diversity and honor God’s call of all people to our congregation's ministry and leadership, including those whom many churches have historically excluded, such as women and members of the LGBTQIA+ community.
Although the music, space, and spoken language through which we worship may differ, we are one body, gathering at different times, to celebrate God’s goodness, grace, and love.
We strive to serve God by serving our neighbors near and far.
We feel called to work with mission partners in response not only to immediate emergency needs but also long-term needs, and not only to give charity but also to work for justice and dignity for all.
Presbyterianism grew out of the Reformation movement of the 16th century in Europe and takes its name from the Greek word presbuteros, which means “elder.” Our name reflects our form of government, which stresses the concept of representative rule by the elected elders of the congregation under the authority of Scripture and guided by the Holy Spirit. The Presbyterian Church (USA) to which First Presbyterian belongs has about 1.9 million members.