We emphasize a life-long journey of learning and growth, grounded in the question, "God, what are you calling me to do?" We believe every member is gifted and called into an active ministry.
Responding to this call is an ongoing, transformative journey of growth through prayer, worship, study, and service. Our journey empowers people at every stage of life: children, youth, and adults of all ages to actively participate in God's work.
This ministry is designed to help children know, love, and follow God. Our ministry for children offers a wide range of programs, including Sunday School, fellowship opportunities, and summer camps.
This first step into Sunday School offers a creative curriculum with age-appropriate and meaningful lessons. Point of Contact: Kathie Douma Children learn about Bible stories and concepts through activities, multimedia workshops, and hands-on learning experiences. Point of Contact: Kathie Douma Kids in 1st-5th grade work together to plan their own service/mission project. This program equips kids with skills to do mission work NOW and in the future! Point of Contact: Kathie Douma The Kingdom Kids program is designed to help children explore God's world and practice social and learning skills through stories, gym time, singing, and projects. Kingdom Kids is a weekday first learning experience for one and two-year-olds. It's a parent co-op, where parents take turns assisting the teacher. Point of Contact: Maggie Tilk
Our Youth Ministry, grades 6th-12th, exists to connect students, help them grow in their faith, and encourage them to serve others as Jesus did. We do this by offering different opportunities throughout the year to help connect with each student.
These are offered throughout the year as opportunities for students to step out of their daily routine, build awareness for those around them, and grow spiritually. We plan a Middle School Mission Stay in our community, a High School Mission Trip with an outside organization, and Local Service Projects to give back to our community and church. Confirmation is a profession of YOUR faith, a renewal of YOUR baptism, and YOUR intent and commitment to love like Jesus! Confirmation is for YOU to be an active participant in YOUR church, to grow in YOUR relationship with God and walk with mentors who are here to listen, share, and guide you. Point of Contact: Kate Hruby Join us for a deeper dive into your faith. Point of Contact: Lindsay Kuiper A night to CONNECT, SERVE and GROW, students have a meal, play games, hang out, share a message, and finish with High School and Middle School LifeGroups. Point of Contact: Andrea Boerigter
We gather as adults to explore our faith and engage with the world's challenges. Adult education also prepares members to take active, informed responsibility for our church's mission, leadership, and direction, reflecting our Presbyterian commitment to lay-led governance.
The adult education team provides resources for self-study, including devotional books written by FPC members each Advent and Lenten season. For a full list of other Small Groups opportunities, visit our Small Groups page.
Points of Contact: Sally Kulm and Judy Little
Programs on a rotating series of topics are designed to explore how the Church interacts with the world. Guest speakers have included community leaders, local agency representatives, and experts on a variety of educational topics. Gathers on Sunday mornings, 10:40-11:30 am, during the school year. Point of Contact: Sally Klum What started as a men’s group is now open to anyone looking to deepen their biblical knowledge and expand their faith. Biblical discussions look at both the original meaning of passages as well as what it means for us today. Meets Mondays at 6 pm in the Church Welcome Center. Point of Contact: Skip Mulock FPC women of faith gather to study, learn, and grow. They discuss thought-provoking selections, relate to being Christians in today’s world, strengthen their faith, and grow closer to God and each other. Meets Mondays from 11 am-12 pm in Room 206. Point of Contact: Carolee Hoekman Presbyterian Women (PW) is an important part of the ministry of First Presbyterian Church. Members of PW have the unique opportunity to nurture their faith, support mission, work for justice and peace, build community, and develop leadership skills. PW gatherings are held quarterly and provide members a time for fellowship, programs, and service. Circles (see below) meet once a month for Bible study and use the popular Horizons Bible Study written for PW. Bible study, fellowship, and sharing prayers provide a common bond and knit Circle members together. Special events include Summer Mission Coffee, Adams Bake Sale, Adams Scholarship(s), Gifts of Women Sunday, and Honorary Life Membership. Points of Contacts: Judy Rops and Angie Nelson (co-moderators) Circles meet the third Thursday of each month: A study group that meets before bell practice on Tuesday mornings. Point of Contact: Ann Weflan