Grow

Grow update: Construction starting soon

When we launched the Grow initiative in the spring, we set out on a mission to increase our love for those who don't know Jesus and to find ways to strengthen some of our ministries. Here are some updates on where we are with a few of the initiative's goals. Your...

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How can the church reach young people?

The numbers don’t paint a promising picture of Christianity in America, especially when it comes to young people. Consider these stats that Andy Jung shared on Sunday during his session, “Growing Young,” about how churches like First Pres can be more welcoming to...

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God’s love compels us to love

Love compels us. That’s what Paul writes in his letter to the Corinthians. But what does it compel us to do? Well, it compels us to love God and to love neighbor. And the best way to do both of them is to tell people about Jesus. And Paul actually shows us the way one...

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