ABOUT PRESBYTERIANISM 
& OUR DENOMINATION

We are a Presbyterian church, but what exactly does it mean to "be Presbyterian?" And which Presbyterian denomination are we? In the video below, Pastor Jonathan unpacks what it means on a basic level, on a theological level, and on a practical level. Below that, find a link to our denomination: the Evangelical Presbyterian Church.

WHAT DOES IT MEAN TO BE "PRESBYTERIAN?"

The word Presbyterian comes from the Greek word, presbuteros, which simply means “elder.” Therefore, a Presbyterian church is a church that is governed by a collection of elders who have been elected by the congregation to lead and represent them. Just because we are Presbyterian doesn’t mean you have to be in order to worship with us though. Our congregation consists of a wide representation of Christian traditions gathered together under the oversight of our elected elders and the authority of our denomination in order to worship God and grow in faith and obedience. Whether you consider yourself Presbyterian or not, we would love to have you join us at First Presbyterian Church.

WHAT DENOMINATION IS FIRST PRES?

First Presbyterian Church is a member of the group of Presbyterians called the Evangelical Presbyterian Church. The accountability of a denomination is important to us and we are excited to join the EPC in the work of making Jesus known in our world.