Why Church Planting?

9 Court Square 9 Court Square, Harrisonburg, VA

Maybe you’ve heard about planting churches, and even First Pres’ plans to be part of church planting, but you’re still not sure why we’re doing it. Luke Parker, who directs church planting for ECO, our denomination, will be preaching at First Pres on January 22. Between the services, from 10:15-11, join him at 9 Court Square (the building adjacent to the Courtyard) as he answers the why. As we begin to think strategically about planting a church, it’s a session that will help you understand how vital church-planting is to our mission. 

Sundae Funday Bowl

Valley Lanes 3106 South Main Street, Harrisonburg, VA, United States

Free bowling, ice cream sundaes and family-friendly fun at Valley Lanes, all sponsored by First Pres.

Free

Downtown Harrisonburg Easter Egg Hunt

Court Square 17 N. Court Square, Harrisonburg, VA, United States

Meet us at the First Pres Courtyard where we will celebrate the good news, hunt for Easter eggs on the Court Square lawn and enjoy fellowship as we create a meaningful craft.

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Summer Cookout

The Courtyard 17 N. Court Square, Harrisonburg, VA

Our annual summer picnic, featuring games and food, will be June 2 from 4-6 p.m. Dinner starts at 5 p.m. If your last name is A-M, bring a vegetable or salad. If your last name starts with N-Z, bring a dessert. Main dish and drinks will be provided.

Ice Cream Sunday

If you eat a sundae on Sunday is it an ice cream sundae or an ice cream Sunday? Whatever you call it, we're celebrating National Ice Cream Day ice cream and toppings between the worship services. We'll gather in the overflow are (Old Fellowship Hall) from 10:15-11 a.m.

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Summer JAM Camp

It's time to BLAST OFF for an out-of-this-world adventure! Kids four-years-old to rising 5th grade are invited to STELLAR Summer JAM Camp. Our mission includes music, games, snacks, crafts and Bible adventures! August 2-4, 9:15 a.m. to noon More info and register here.

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Summer JAM Camp

Join us as we BLAST OFF for an out-of-this-world Adventure! Kids four-years-old to rising 5th grade are invited to STELLAR Summer JAM Camp. Our mission includes music, games, snacks, crafts and Bible adventures! More info and register here.

Recurring

Summer JAM Camp

Join us as we BLAST OFF for an out-of-this-world Adventure! Kids four-years-old to rising 5th grade are invited to STELLAR Summer JAM Camp. Our mission includes music, games, snacks, crafts and Bible adventures! More info and register here.

Dinner with Ethiopian Elders

Showker Hall 17 Court Square, Harrisonburg, VA, United States

Join us on Wednesday, September 27th at 6:30 p.m. in Showker Hall for a great time of eating together and getting to know two elders from our sister congregation in Jimma, Ethiopia. Here is what we need you to bring. (Please bring enough of your item to feed 12 people.) People with last names beginning with A – I > bring a dessert People with last names beginning with J – R > bring a hot dish (meat, potatoes, beans, mac & cheese, broccoli, etc) People with last names beginning with S – Z > bring a salad

Live Nativity

17 N. Court Square 17 N. Court Square, Harrisonburg, VA

Stop by during Winter Wonderfest or on your way to the downtown Harrisonburg Christmas parade. Great photo opportunity for your family!

Ash Wednesday Dinner & Worship

Ash Wednesday begins a season of reflection and repentance. We will gather for dinner at 5 p.m. in Room 301, followed by a reflective worship service at 6 p.m. in the Sanctuary.

Easter Egg Hunt

The Courtyard 17 N. Court Square, Harrisonburg, VA

Meet us at the First Pres Courtyard and then we'll walk across the street to the Court Square lawn, where kids and families can search for eggs and goodies.