Finding Stillness

- By Jana Elkins -

“He says, ‘Be still, and know that I am God.’" How do I even do that? I have to admit, I am not one to sit still for very long…

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Presbyterian Summer Church Camps

- By Kathie Douma -

Our kids at First Presbyterian Church have access to several church camps this summer where they will enjoy nature, make new friends, and grow in their faith and relationship to God!...

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We Are More Than Easter People

- By Rev. Pat Hammond -

Easter Sunday is my favorite Sunday of the year! After the darkness and contemplation of Lent, it is such a joy to rise on Easter Sunday and proclaim with all God’s people, “Christ is risen! He is risen indeed!”...

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Take What You Need & Share What You Can

- By Rev. Nathan Esser -

On Easter Sunday, post-it notes will be available to pick up following worship. Each post-it note will include a word along with a related scripture reference. You will be encouraged to “Take What You Need” and...

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What Is This Church For?

- By Rev. Pat Hammond -

On February 4th, First Presbyterian Church partnered with the Multi-Cultural Center to host the Souper Bowl of Caring, in which we shared a warm meal and fellowship with the unhoused and hungry in Sioux Falls...

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Spring Cleaning for Jesus

- By Jana Elkins -

As we journey through Lent and towards the spring season, we often begin to see new life and new energy all around us...

First PresbyterianFebruary 27, 2018lent, spring, cleaning, spiritual, growth, life, heart, sioux falls, jesus

Who Wore God's Face Today

- By Rev. Pat Hammond -

As your Associate Pastor for Congregational Care, I spend a great deal of my time in conversations with you – the people of First Presbyterian Church...