All are welcome,
and we mean ALL…
You are welcome no matter what you’re wearing - you can join us in worship whether you’re wearing a coat and tie or tattered blue jeans and a t-shirt, we don’t have a dress code; you are welcome here.
You are welcome no matter what you believe - whether you have deep faith borne of a lifetime in church or you’re on a journey to find faith, you are welcome here.
You are welcome no matter what - whether you are gay or straight, young or old, rich or poor, conservative or liberal, and no matter your race or nation of birth, you are welcome.
We joyfully welcome everyone to worship with us as we give praise and honor to God, to whom we have been reconciled through Jesus Christ.
Worship Services At FPC
11am - Traditional Worship - Sanctuary
Frequently Asked Questions
What do Presbyterians believe?
The vision for our church’s ministry and mission, “Nurtured by God’s Word and Sacraments, Connecting Lives to Christ,” which means we cherish our worship as a means of reaching out to the world with Christ’s love. We are a part of the Presbyterian Church (USA), a Reformed Christian Denomination with roots in Scotland and the Reformation in Switzerland. You can find more information about the beliefs of Presbyterians by clicking the link here.
Why does the congregation read/recite so often?
We believe that worship is something to participate in, not a performance to be watched or a form of entertainment. One way the congregation participates in worship is by engaging in the liturgy of the worship service. This liturgy includes a responsive call to worship, a unison prayer of praise, a confession of sin, the Lord’s prayer, and an affirmation of faith. Congregational singing is also a part of our liturgy. But no one is required to join in the responses or hymns if they are uncomfortable doing so, you’re welcome to participate to your own level of comfort and no one will judge you for your choice.
Why is communion done every week?
Our congregation values communion because we believe it is a time when we are united with Jesus. Communion reminds us of all Christ did for us and connects us to his continuing mission, by participating in the Sacrament we commit ourselves to be the body of Christ in the world.
Why does the pastor wear that funny looking robe?
In the Presbyterian Church many pastors wear a clerical robe as a sign of the position they hold - it also makes the pastor very easy to identify if you’re visiting with us for the first time! The robe Wes wears is traditional for Presbyterian Clergy and modeled after academic robes as a way to emphasize education, Presbyterians believe in having clergy that are well educated. In the summer Wes does not wear a robe and encourages everyone to dress down (though you’re never required to dress up!).
I’d like to come to worship, but I don’t know if I’d be welcome.
All are welcome to join in worship at FPC, no matter who you are, where you’ve come from, or how you identify. We do our very best to be welcoming, but we are human and sometimes we fail. If you visit and don’t feel like you received a warm welcome, please speak to the pastor, Rev. Wes Pitts.
I’d like to come to worship with my children, will they be welcome - even if they make noise?
Children – noisy or quiet – are welcome! Our congregation loves to see (and hear!) children – Wes’ son, Walt, can frequently be seen and heard playing in the sanctuary during worship. We have also an area adjacent to the sanctuary where kids can color, read, or engage in other activities to focus their attention. If you, however, feel like you need a break, children are also welcome in the nursery. Ask a member for directions.
Those hymns you sing sure are old-fashioned. Do you ever sing contemporary music?
Our worship is traditional, however we do have members who enjoy playing the mandolin and guitar (along with other instruments), and they play in worship regularly. We are open to many different styles of music, so if you’d like to hear something specific, let’s talk about it!