Kalamazoo First Presbyterian Church

'A SANCTUARY IN THE CITY"

'A Sanctuary in the City"First Presbyterian Church Campaign 

We’re starting a very important campaign! A couple of months ago, a communicaion on was sent to the congregation with a vision of First Presbyterian Church as “A Sanctuary in the City.” The Finance Committee and Session enthusiastically embraced the vision of continuing to grow our ministry and mission for generations to come. However, to do so requires meeting some challenges that also provide opportunities. 

 
An initial plan was developed and presented to the congregation to address these challenges. However, before moving forward with a capital campaign, we first sought prayerful input and insight from some of our members through a feasibility study. This study has now been completed; the feedback provided by the interviewees is greatly appreciated and has been instrumental in
shaping the campaign.
 
Based on feedback from the feasibility study, the scope of our capital campaign has been re-scaled, focusing on two priorities: our immediate goal of retiring the debt, and the establishment of a building reserve fund for current and future building repair. A successful campaign will enable greater financial stability to strengthen programs of ministry and mission, allowing the church to move forward boldly with our vision of being  “A Sanctuary in the City.” 
 

 

NEW MEMBER ORIENTATION SERIES SCHEDULED FOR MARCH 3rd

 

Are you interested in learning more about First Presbyterian Church and are you ready to make this your church home? Are you considering making it your church home? You are invited to participate in an upcoming Inquirers and New Members Class. This is an opportunity to ask some of your questions, learn more about the practices and perspectives of the PCUSA, our place in the wider church tradition, and the life and work of First Presbyterian church. The class provides a great opportunity to meet both current and prospective members of FPC, and, we hope, decide to join us.

The class will conveine for lunch immediately after Worship on June 9, and continue throughout the afternoon, with several breaks. If you'd like to participate, please call the church receptionist at 344-0119. Childcare will be provided, but we need to know if you need it, as well as the number and ages of your children.