Alpha is a series of group conversations to explore the basics of the Christian faith. Everyone’s welcome. You’re invited no matter what your background or beliefs. We’ll meet for a complimentary dinner and conversations Wednesday nights at 6:30 p.m., starting Sept. 11 and running through Nov. 20.
Sunday mornings at First Pres are centered on worship and also include time between the services for growing and connecting. Our regular schedule, with links to current information, is below. 9 a.m. – Contemporary Praise & Worship (Sanctuary) At this service you can expect modern songs with drums, guitars and other instruments. People will be wearing everything from jeans to suits, tucked and untucked. You’ll find people of all ages and walks of life. 10:15 a.m. – Between the Services – Discipleship & Sunday School Come meet some people in one of our discipleship groups. These groups are an opportunity to connect with others who are learning and growing in their faith. There are groups for all ages. 11:15 a.m. – Traditional Worship (Sanctuary) At this service, you can expect a pipe organ, classic hymns and historical texts. You’ll find individuals, couples, families and seniors gathered to worship. 11:15 a.m. – Contemporary Worship (Showker Hall) At this service you can expect modern songs with drums, guitars and other instruments. People will be wearing everything from jeans to suits, tucked and untucked. You’ll find people of all ages and walks of life.
We gather for worship, food and fellowship. We'll also hear a message to help us help us apply the Bible to real life.
Why should we bother with Jude, a book so short it isn’t even broken into chapters and contains only 25 verses? Because despite its brief nature, Jude is a powerful book that helps us spot the lies around us and hold onto the truth. That’s definitely a relevant message for today! Scottish Bible commentator William Barclay said that there were times in the history of the church when Jude was possibly the most relevant book of the New Testament. Today is one of those times. Join us on Tuesdays from noon-1 p.m. as Mary Duryea facilitates our study.
Middle- and high-school students gather for friendship and for a Bible study. Join us for some breakfast and time together at Chick-fil-A. Inclement weather policy: If Rockingham County schools are closed or on a delay, small group will not be held.
GriefShare is a weekly seminar and support group for people grieving the death of a loved one. It’s a place where you can be around others who understand how you feel and the pain of your loss. You’ll learn valuable information that will help you through this difficult time in your life.
We gather to pray for our church, our community, our nation and our world. “Prayer does not fit us for the greater works; prayer is the greater work.” - Oswald Chambers
Alpha is a series of group conversations to explore the basics of the Christian faith. Everyone’s welcome. You’re invited no matter what your background or beliefs. We’ll meet for a complimentary dinner and conversations Wednesday nights at 6:30 p.m., starting Sept. 11 and running through Nov. 20.
Sunday mornings at First Pres are centered on worship and also include time between the services for growing and connecting. Our regular schedule, with links to current information, is below. 9 a.m. – Contemporary Praise & Worship (Sanctuary) At this service you can expect modern songs with drums, guitars and other instruments. People will be wearing everything from jeans to suits, tucked and untucked. You’ll find people of all ages and walks of life. 10:15 a.m. – Between the Services – Discipleship & Sunday School Come meet some people in one of our discipleship groups. These groups are an opportunity to connect with others who are learning and growing in their faith. There are groups for all ages. 11:15 a.m. – Traditional Worship (Sanctuary) At this service, you can expect a pipe organ, classic hymns and historical texts. You’ll find individuals, couples, families and seniors gathered to worship. 11:15 a.m. – Contemporary Worship (Showker Hall) At this service you can expect modern songs with drums, guitars and other instruments. People will be wearing everything from jeans to suits, tucked and untucked. You’ll find people of all ages and walks of life.
The annual Service of Prayer and Remembrance in memory of those who have died during 2024 will be held at 2:30 p.m. Sunday, Nov. 17 in the sanctuary. Refreshments will be served following the service.
We gather for worship, food and fellowship. We'll also hear a message to help us help us apply the Bible to real life.
Why should we bother with Jude, a book so short it isn’t even broken into chapters and contains only 25 verses? Because despite its brief nature, Jude is a powerful book that helps us spot the lies around us and hold onto the truth. That’s definitely a relevant message for today! Scottish Bible commentator William Barclay said that there were times in the history of the church when Jude was possibly the most relevant book of the New Testament. Today is one of those times. Join us on Tuesdays from noon-1 p.m. as Mary Duryea facilitates our study.
