Worship has been described as "the primary work of the congregation." It is certainly critical in the life and ministry of the church. Worship is the one activity that involves the entire congregation. It is our primary contact with our community. When people are looking for a church they start by attending worship. And often it is worship that becomes the deciding factor in determining whether or not a person will continue a relationship with a church. Most people consider worship to be the primary motivation and encouragement for the life of faith.
At First Presbyterian worship is a vibrant blend of worship styles, music, the dramatic and visual arts, and participatory engagement of the congregation. Our aim is to capture the energy and spiritual quality of contemporary worship while embracing the richness of traditional worship.
Worship design and content are highly regarded at First Presbyterian. Staff resources are devoted to the careful planning of each service. We began 2025 with the annual worship theme: “Rooted in Faith, Growing in Grace”. A monthly theme is selected to support that theme. Recent themes include:
A Message From Pastor RJ Leek
12/05/25
In the hustle of modern life, the church's high holy days stand as sacred anchors, drawing us back to God's eternal story. These seasons—Advent, Christmas, Lent, Easter, and Pentecost—are not mere traditions but divine invitations to realign our hearts with Christ's redemptive work. They combat spiritual amnesia, reminding us that faith is not a private endeavor but a communal pilgrimage through salvation history. Advent, in particular, shines as a beacon of hopeful anticipation. Beginning four Sundays before Christmas, it calls us to "prepare the way of the Lord" (Isaiah 40:3). In a world obsessed with instant gratification, Advent teaches patient waiting. We light candles symbolizing hope, peace, joy, and love, echoing the prophets' longing for the Messiah. This season disrupts our complacency, urging repentance and watchfulness: "Therefore keep watch, because you do not know on what day your Lord will come" (Matthew 24:42). Celebrating these days fosters unity in the body of Christ. Families gather for Advent wreaths, churches host services rich with Scripture and song, and communities extend hospitality to the weary. Such rhythms cultivate holiness, deepen theology, and ignite mission. Skipping them risks a shallow faith, detached from the Incarnation's wonder or Resurrection's power. Beloved, embrace Advent this year. Let its discipline shape your soul, turning ordinary days into echoes of eternity. In celebrating, we proclaim: Christ has come, is coming, and will come again. Glory to God!