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What Matters Most

9 Court Square 9 Court Square, Harrisonburg, VA

End of life discussions can be difficult.  What Matters Most to you?  End of life planning is a gift to loved ones. You are invited to attend a presentation with a panel of local experts to learn the steps you can take to make this plan. The workshop will include topics on financial, legal, medical and spiritual decisions. This practical plan is intended to bring peace and lessen the burden on loved ones. You'll also be given an opportunity to begin or complete steps outlined in the plan. The workshop presentation will meet at 7:00 PM on Oct. 3 at 9 Court Square, Harrisonburg, Virginia. Watch a preview video. Register Now  

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Sundays at First Pres

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.

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Connections Class

Room 205 17 N. Court Square, Harrisonburg, VA

Learn more about the beliefs, ministry and mission of First Pres. Taking the class is a requirement to become a Covenant Partner, but becoming a Covenant Partner is not a requirement after the class.

Chili Cookoff

9 Court Square 9 Court Square, Harrisonburg, VA

Join us for a chili cookoff, plus nachos and a Nerf competition for kids. We'll gather at 4 p.m. at 9 Court Square, and then we'll sample chili at 4:30 so that we can crown First Pres' chili champion. Then join us to watch the kids compete in a Nerf competition, starting around 5:30. We'll even have some intergenerational teams. Register to complete at this link.

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Youth Large Group

We gather for worship, food and fellowship. We'll also hear a message to help us help us apply the Bible to real life.

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Women’s Bible Study

Room 205 17 N. Court Square, Harrisonburg, VA

Ladies, join us this fall as we dive deep into the book of Colossians. We will be studying the supremacy of Christ, the truth of the gospel and our moment by moment response as believers.  Meredith Read, who served on the teaching team of our local Bible Study Fellowship for the past five years and who is the director of women’s ministry at her church, Faith Community Church, will teach. Those interested in childcare should contact Director of Children and Family Ministries Vanessa Manson ([email protected]) no later than the Sunday prior to that week's meeting.

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JAM for Kids (K-5th Grade)

Children will enjoy active play, make music with Orff instruments and explore the Bible. The program will run on Tuesday afternoons from 4 p.m. to 5:55 p.m. The Orff method involves teaching music through singing and the use of xylophones, glockenspiels, metallophones and rhythm instruments. Children will learn to play and sing while enjoying learning about music and praising the Lord. We plan to have two sections, one for kindergarten to second graders, and another for third to fifth graders. There is no cost to attend. All leaders have passed background checks and completed child-protection training. Register here.

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Youth Small Groups – Fall 2024

Chick-fil-A 1691 East Market Street, Harrisonburg, VA

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.

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GriefShare

Room 205 17 N. Court Square, Harrisonburg, VA

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.

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Prayer

Conference Room 17 Court Square, Harrisonburg, VA

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

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Alpha

9 Court Square 9 Court Square, Harrisonburg, VA

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.

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Sundays at First Pres

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.