About Us

Our Church

Church History

Our Leadership

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Staff/Elder/Deacon

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Leadership Insight

Elders are an ordained spiritual leader who is responsible for the spiritual and physical oversight of the church. They are part of the governing board, known as the Session, and work with the pastor to lead and guide the congregation.

Deacons are a elected leader who focuses on compassionate service and care for the congregation and wider community. They embody acts of care and service, often assisting with ministries.

A pastor is a clergy member responsible for preaching, teaching, and administering sacraments like baptism and communion. Their duties include providing pastoral care and counseling, leading worship services, managing church administration, and participating in community outreach. 

Our Beliefs

Misson

We are a proud congregation of the Presbyterian Church (USA). Our traditional worship service includes congregational participation in confession, prayers, hymns and an affirmation of Christian faith. The sacrament of the Lord’s Supper is open to all. We are an Open and Affirming worshipping community. We believe Science is a gift from God, the Arts are a gift from God, the Bible is a gift fromGod, and YOU are a gift from God.

We seek to be an oasis of God’s grace, mercy, love and strength for all people seeking to live into the Way, the Truth and the
Life revealed in Jesus Christ.

Vision

A vision for what we want our church to be

FAQ’S

Who can be a pastor?
Any person of strong faith, dedicated discipleship, and a love of Jesus Christ as Savior and Lord can pursue being a pastor. PC (USA) pastors are required to have a Masters of Divinity from a Reformed Seminary and complete a three-year ordination process in conjunction with the leadership body of their local congregation, the Session, and with the regional body, the Presbytery.

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Who can be an elder or deacon?
Ruling elders and deacons are all persons elected by the congregation from among its members. Those nominated should be persons of sound faith and spiritual maturity. The nomination and election of ruling elders and deacons shall also express the rich diversity of the congregation’s membership and shall guarantee participation and inclusiveness.

Who can serve?
Any person who desires to do God’s work as part of FPC can serve. Some roles require a background check prior to serving.

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Who can lead?
All members of FPC can serve in leadership roles at the church. This happens in different ways including volunteering, personal invitation, and nomination and election by the congregation.

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Who can be married? What marriages are recognized by FPC?
Anyone is allowed to use our space for their marriage ceremony and reception per the pastors discretion. FPC is an open and affirming congregation of the PC (USA). As part of the PC (USA), FPC recognizes same-sex marriage, and pastors can perform same-sex weddings.

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Who can join?
All are welcome into membership at FPC.