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Member Death
Mary F. Cree, 87, of Fort Wayne, passed away on January 22, 2020. She was born on November 21, 1932 in Viola, Illinois to the late Allen and Ruth (Van Tine) Robinson. Mary graduated from Viola High School in 1950 where she was valedictorian. She went to modeling...
Church and Society Distinguished Service Award in memory of Elaine I. Wareham
Nominations are now being accepted for the Church and Society Distinguished Service Award. This award is presented on an annual basis to the individual who represents Christian leadership and service, both in the church and in the community. Nomination forms are...
Congregational Meeting
The Session has called for a Congregational Meeting for Sunday, January 12 at 10:45am in the Sanctuary for the purpose of approving a pastor resident program. Please plan on attending to learn about the program details.
Church Tour
On January 19th the Youth Group will have a special tour of our big beautiful church. Join us as Bill Patterson shows us all the cool parts and tells stories about our history... and maybe even some juicy stories. Tour will begin at 12:15p in the youth lounge.
Stratford Theater Tour
We still have spots available for the June 26-28 Stratford Theater tour. Experience the award-winning shows Chicago, Spamalot, Three Tall Women and Much Ado About Nothing! Call 260.426.7421 ext 121, or email Thom at thofrichter@firstpresfortwayne.org to reserve your...
Presbyterian Disaster Assistance making initial assessments of earthquakes in Puerto Rico
Ministry associates who were on the island for meetings report widespread structural damage and emotional toll on residents. Read article
First Pres Pride!
Show off your First Presbyterian pride with some stylish and comfy swag! Orders can be made until January 31. Click here to view catalog and place your order. Orders can be picked up from the church approximately 2 weeks after order has been made.
Confirmation Class Retreat
Youth going through confirmation class will head up to Potawatomi Inn, Pokagon State Park, January 17-18 for some fellowship, digging deeper into their studies, and time for reflection.
Beyond Glory Performances
Please visit us this weekend for a performance of "Beyond Glory" https://firstpresfortwayne.org/event/theater-performance-beyond-glory-5/2020-01-11/ Eight veterans from World War II, Korea, and Vietnam recount the events which resulted in their receiving the...
A New Year & a Clean Slate
'Spark joy' philosophy can help us in decluttering our lives; a Journal Gazette op-ed column by Rev. Dr. Anne Bain Epling Read article
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