The next community exhibition, Mending a Heart: One Brushstroke at a Time, demonstrates “painting through tragedy, tears, illness, despair, regrets, fear, forgiveness, courage, survival, joy, hope, and healing. It is amazing how creative grief and love can be,” says artist, Suzanne Accetta.

All are welcome to come and see the exhibition located on the 1st and 2nd floors of the Galleries at First Pres.

On Friday, November 7 at 6:00pm, we will host an opening reception and welcome works from the Japanese print artist, Sadao Watanabe, to the Lenz Gallery. He is best known for his prints that meld biblical imagery with the traditional Japanese folk art known as mingei. Watanabe's work portrays the Christian gospel with a distinctive use of crumpled wet paper mixed with mineral pigments suspended in soy milk, known as katazome.

"Witness to Faith" serves as a visual testament ("witness") to his Christian faith through biblical scenes. Stay tuned for more details soon.

Christmas Concert For A Cause, featuring Graydon Tomlinson and special guests, on Sunday, November 30. The pre-concert Christmas Market will begin at 3:00pm, followed by the concert at 5:00pm in the Worship & Arts Center. Tickets ($15) are on sale at the link below on Sunday, October 12.

All proceeds support the mission of Isaiah 117 House, which provides physical and emotional support in a safe and loving home for children awaiting placement.

Join us in the beautiful FPC Sanctuary for this year’s Christmas@First concerts on Saturday, December 13, at 2:00pm or 6:00pm, and Sunday, December 14, at 3:00pm (sold out). You’ll hear Christmas favorites by our 100-voice choir, full orchestra, and handbell choir as we celebrate our Savior’s birth through songs of the season, both sacred and secular.

Tickets on sale at the link below or at the First Pres box office (main reception area). Tickets are $15 for adults and $10 for children (12 and under).

11:00am Children and Families Morning Service in Worship & Arts Center
Bring your little ones and come early for a seat. We’ll sing favorite carols, enjoy special music by the Youth Choir, light the Advent candle, and experience a live nativity. Senior Pastor Dr. Richard Gibbons will give a children’s message. Nursery available for ages 2 and under.

2:00pm Afternoon Service in the Sanctuary
During this traditional service, we will enjoy Scripture readings and special music by choir and instrumentalists that celebrate the birth of Christ. Senior Pastor Dr. Richard Gibbons will give a Christmas message. Nursery available for ages 3 and under.

4:00pm Children and Families Afternoon Service in the Sanctuary
Bring your little ones and come early for a seat. We’ll sing favorite carols, enjoy special music by the Youth Choir, light the Advent candle, and experience a live nativity. Senior Pastor Dr. Richard Gibbons will give a children’s message. Nursery available for ages 2 and under.

7:00pm Candlelight Service in Worship & Arts Center
Your family will enjoy this service of Scripture readings and carols with wonderful Christmas music by our Ignite Worship team. The service will conclude with candle lighting as we sing together, “Silent Night.” No nursery provided.

11:00pm Watchnight Service in the Sanctuary
We’ll sing traditional carols and enjoy special music by the FPC choir and instrumentalists. The service will conclude with candle lighting as we sing together, “Silent Night.” No nursery provided.