Weekly Worship
Weekly Worship
Worship is at the heart of our life together. As a community of faith, we gather every Sunday morning to engage with Scripture as it is read, sung, and proclaimed.… Read More »Weekly Worship
Worship is at the heart of our life together. As a community of faith, we gather every Sunday morning to engage with Scripture as it is read, sung, and proclaimed.… Read More »Weekly Worship
Join us for virtual coffee fellowship every Sunday directly following the worship service! Join us as we meet one another, say hello to some new faces, and gather for a time of fellowship as we learn more about each other and how our week has been! For the Zoom link, visit our First Matters Weekly… Read More »Coffee Fellowship
The First Church Adult Choir is a strong and integral part of the spiritual life at First Church. Under the direction of Michael Shake, our Director of Music, the excellent… Read More »Choir Rehearsal
From Census to Wise Men: Journeys in the Christmas Stories This series will explore in depth the familiar Christmas stories in the gospels of Matthew and Luke. In this year where are movements are so much more restricted due to COVID-19, what does it mean to embrace the spiritual metaphor of journey? Can we find… Read More »Bible Study
Our partnership with St. Joe’s Soup Kitchen began in December 2019 when they joined us at First Church, operating out of our South Wing. The soup kitchen serves all who are hungry - some are homeless, while others’ income simply doesn’t cover expenses. Regardless, they provide an unconditional welcome to all, serving meals every Saturday… Read More »St. Joe’s Soup Kitchen
Worship is at the heart of our life together. As a community of faith, we gather every Sunday morning to engage with Scripture as it is read, sung, and proclaimed. We offer prayers, sing our praises to God, and prepare ourselves to be servants of Christ in the world beyond the church doors. Our traditional… Read More »Weekly Worship
Join us for virtual coffee fellowship every Sunday directly following the worship service! Join us as we meet one another, say hello to some new faces, and gather for a time of fellowship as we learn more about each other and how our week has been! For the Zoom link, visit our First Matters Weekly… Read More »Coffee Fellowship
The First Church Adult Choir is a strong and integral part of the spiritual life at First Church. Under the direction of Michael Shake, our Director of Music, the excellent choral ensemble is comprised of both professional and volunteer singers. The weekly commitment and spiritual devotion of each member to singing God’s praises are the… Read More »Choir Rehearsal
All Are Welcome to Qigong at First, Monday evenings at 5:30- 6:15 p.m. This meditative practice generates and circulates energy, and connects one to all things, animate and inanimate. Sitting or standing, one quiets the mind, feels the light from the heavens and the earth and the mysterious gift of the breath.
From Census to Wise Men: Journeys in the Christmas Stories This series will explore in depth the familiar Christmas stories in the gospels of Matthew and Luke. In this year where are movements are so much more restricted due to COVID-19, what does it mean to embrace the spiritual metaphor of journey? Can we find… Read More »Bible Study
Brush up on your Spanish skills while learning more about the culture and history of Spanish-speaking countries. This conversational class is open to all levels and is a great way to hone your skills while spending time with First Church friends. Led by member Daniel Duque who has taught Spanish at Cornell University and The… Read More »Conversational Spanish
Our partnership with St. Joe’s Soup Kitchen began in December 2019 when they joined us at First Church, operating out of our South Wing. The soup kitchen serves all who are hungry - some are homeless, while others’ income simply doesn’t cover expenses. Regardless, they provide an unconditional welcome to all, serving meals every Saturday… Read More »St. Joe’s Soup Kitchen
Bring your own coffee to this virtual study series that focuses on the key theologians in various movements from the late 1920’s to the early 1960’s. Each session will also connect these leaders with a discussion of a scripture passage that exemplifies their theology. Beginners, seekers, new members, experienced Bible students, are ALL welcome! This… Read More »Coffee and Theology
The mission of Children’s Church School is to educate a generation of young people about the love of God expressed in the life and ministry of Jesus Christ. Children learn about the importance of caring for one another just as God cares about us. Children develop their own spirituality and learn about worship through writing… Read More »Church School
Worship is at the heart of our life together. As a community of faith, we gather every Sunday morning to engage with Scripture as it is read, sung, and proclaimed. We offer prayers, sing our praises to God, and prepare ourselves to be servants of Christ in the world beyond the church doors. Our traditional… Read More »Weekly Worship
Join us for virtual coffee fellowship every Sunday directly following the worship service! Join us as we meet one another, say hello to some new faces, and gather for a time of fellowship as we learn more about each other and how our week has been! For the Zoom link, visit our First Matters Weekly… Read More »Coffee Fellowship
The First Church Adult Choir is a strong and integral part of the spiritual life at First Church. Under the direction of Michael Shake, our Director of Music, the excellent… Read More »Choir Rehearsal
Our Youth Group strives to prepare our young people for a life filled with love, justice, and acceptance. Youth meet regularly – typically twice a month following worship on Sundays. In addition to our regular Youth Group meetings which include Bible study, activities, and games, the youth also participate in special service and fellowship opportunities. … Read More »Youth Group
All Are Welcome to Qigong at First, Monday evenings at 5:30- 6:15 p.m. This meditative practice generates and circulates energy, and connects one to all things, animate and inanimate. Sitting or standing, one quiets the mind, feels the light from the heavens and the earth and the mysterious gift of the breath.
From Census to Wise Men: Journeys in the Christmas Stories This series will explore in depth the familiar Christmas stories in the gospels of Matthew and Luke. In this year where are movements are so much more restricted due to COVID-19, what does it mean to embrace the spiritual metaphor of journey? Can we find… Read More »Bible Study
Brush up on your Spanish skills while learning more about the culture and history of Spanish-speaking countries. This conversational class is open to all levels and is a great way to hone your skills while spending time with First Church friends. Led by member Daniel Duque who has taught Spanish at Cornell University and The… Read More »Conversational Spanish
Our partnership with St. Joe’s Soup Kitchen began in December 2019 when they joined us at First Church, operating out of our South Wing. The soup kitchen serves all who are hungry - some are homeless, while others’ income simply doesn’t cover expenses. Regardless, they provide an unconditional welcome to all, serving meals every Saturday… Read More »St. Joe’s Soup Kitchen
Bring your own coffee to this virtual study series that focuses on the key theologians in various movements from the late 1920’s to the early 1960’s. Each session will also connect these leaders with a discussion of a scripture passage that exemplifies their theology. Beginners, seekers, new members, experienced Bible students, are ALL welcome! This… Read More »Coffee and Theology
The mission of Children’s Church School is to educate a generation of young people about the love of God expressed in the life and ministry of Jesus Christ. Children learn about the importance of caring for one another just as God cares about us. Children develop their own spirituality and learn about worship through writing… Read More »Church School
Worship is at the heart of our life together. As a community of faith, we gather every Sunday morning to engage with Scripture as it is read, sung, and proclaimed.… Read More »Weekly Worship
Join us for virtual coffee fellowship every Sunday directly following the worship service! Join us as we meet one another, say hello to some new faces, and gather for a time of fellowship as we learn more about each other and how our week has been! For the Zoom link, visit our First Matters Weekly… Read More »Coffee Fellowship
The First Church Adult Choir is a strong and integral part of the spiritual life at First Church. Under the direction of Michael Shake, our Director of Music, the excellent… Read More »Choir Rehearsal
All Are Welcome to Qigong at First, Monday evenings at 5:30- 6:15 p.m. This meditative practice generates and circulates energy, and connects one to all things, animate and inanimate. Sitting or standing, one quiets the mind, feels the light from the heavens and the earth and the mysterious gift of the breath.
From Census to Wise Men: Journeys in the Christmas Stories This series will explore in depth the familiar Christmas stories in the gospels of Matthew and Luke. In this year where are movements are so much more restricted due to COVID-19, what does it mean to embrace the spiritual metaphor of journey? Can we find… Read More »Bible Study
Brush up on your Spanish skills while learning more about the culture and history of Spanish-speaking countries. This conversational class is open to all levels and is a great way to hone your skills while spending time with First Church friends. Led by member Daniel Duque who has taught Spanish at Cornell University and The… Read More »Conversational Spanish
Our partnership with St. Joe’s Soup Kitchen began in December 2019 when they joined us at First Church, operating out of our South Wing. The soup kitchen serves all who… Read More »St. Joe’s Soup Kitchen
Bring your own coffee to this virtual study series that focuses on the key theologians in various movements from the late 1920’s to the early 1960’s. Each session will also connect these leaders with a discussion of a scripture passage that exemplifies their theology. Beginners, seekers, new members, experienced Bible students, are ALL welcome! This… Read More »Coffee and Theology
The mission of Children’s Church School is to educate a generation of young people about the love of God expressed in the life and ministry of Jesus Christ. Children learn about the importance of caring for one another just as God cares about us. Children develop their own spirituality and learn about worship through writing… Read More »Church School
Worship is at the heart of our life together. As a community of faith, we gather every Sunday morning to engage with Scripture as it is read, sung, and proclaimed. We offer prayers, sing our praises to God, and prepare ourselves to be servants of Christ in the world beyond the church doors. Our traditional… Read More »Weekly Worship
Join us for virtual coffee fellowship every Sunday directly following the worship service! Join us as we meet one another, say hello to some new faces, and gather for a time of fellowship as we learn more about each other and how our week has been! For the Zoom link, visit our First Matters Weekly… Read More »Coffee Fellowship
The First Church Adult Choir is a strong and integral part of the spiritual life at First Church. Under the direction of Michael Shake, our Director of Music, the excellent choral ensemble is comprised of both professional and volunteer singers. The weekly commitment and spiritual devotion of each member to singing God’s praises are the… Read More »Choir Rehearsal
Our Youth Group strives to prepare our young people for a life filled with love, justice, and acceptance. Youth meet regularly – typically twice a month following worship on Sundays. In addition to our regular Youth Group meetings which include Bible study, activities, and games, the youth also participate in special service and fellowship opportunities. … Read More »Youth Group
Join us for the installation of our new Pastor and Head of Staff, Rev. Dr. Greg Stovell on our YouTube channel followed by a reception on Zoom. All are invited wear red - the liturgical color for installations. We cannot wait to celebrate this historic day in the life of First Church! For more information… Read More »Installation Service of Rev. Dr. Greg Stovell
All Are Welcome to Qigong at First, Monday evenings at 5:30- 6:15 p.m. This meditative practice generates and circulates energy, and connects one to all things, animate and inanimate. Sitting or standing, one quiets the mind, feels the light from the heavens and the earth and the mysterious gift of the breath.
From Census to Wise Men: Journeys in the Christmas Stories This series will explore in depth the familiar Christmas stories in the gospels of Matthew and Luke. In this year where are movements are so much more restricted due to COVID-19, what does it mean to embrace the spiritual metaphor of journey? Can we find… Read More »Bible Study
Brush up on your Spanish skills while learning more about the culture and history of Spanish-speaking countries. This conversational class is open to all levels and is a great way to hone your skills while spending time with First Church friends. Led by member Daniel Duque who has taught Spanish at Cornell University and The… Read More »Conversational Spanish
Our partnership with St. Joe’s Soup Kitchen began in December 2019 when they joined us at First Church, operating out of our South Wing. The soup kitchen serves all who are hungry - some are homeless, while others’ income simply doesn’t cover expenses. Regardless, they provide an unconditional welcome to all, serving meals every Saturday… Read More »St. Joe’s Soup Kitchen
Bring your own coffee to this virtual study series that focuses on the key theologians in various movements from the late 1920’s to the early 1960’s. Each session will also connect these leaders with a discussion of a scripture passage that exemplifies their theology. Beginners, seekers, new members, experienced Bible students, are ALL welcome! This… Read More »Coffee and Theology
The mission of Children’s Church School is to educate a generation of young people about the love of God expressed in the life and ministry of Jesus Christ. Children learn about the importance of caring for one another just as God cares about us. Children develop their own spirituality and learn about worship through writing… Read More »Church School
Worship is at the heart of our life together. As a community of faith, we gather every Sunday morning to engage with Scripture as it is read, sung, and proclaimed.… Read More »Weekly Worship
Join us as we virtually welcome our new members into the life of the congregation! Interested in getting involved or in becoming a member? Contact Audrey Webber at awebber@fpcnyc.org to learn how to get involved!
Join us for virtual coffee fellowship every Sunday directly following the worship service! Join us as we meet one another, say hello to some new faces, and gather for a time of fellowship as we learn more about each other and how our week has been! For the Zoom link, visit our First Matters Weekly… Read More »Coffee Fellowship
The First Church Adult Choir is a strong and integral part of the spiritual life at First Church. Under the direction of Michael Shake, our Director of Music, the excellent… Read More »Choir Rehearsal
All Are Welcome to Qigong at First, Monday evenings at 5:30- 6:15 p.m. This meditative practice generates and circulates energy, and connects one to all things, animate and inanimate. Sitting or standing, one quiets the mind, feels the light from the heavens and the earth and the mysterious gift of the breath.
From Census to Wise Men: Journeys in the Christmas Stories This series will explore in depth the familiar Christmas stories in the gospels of Matthew and Luke. In this year where are movements are so much more restricted due to COVID-19, what does it mean to embrace the spiritual metaphor of journey? Can we find… Read More »Bible Study
Brush up on your Spanish skills while learning more about the culture and history of Spanish-speaking countries. This conversational class is open to all levels and is a great way to hone your skills while spending time with First Church friends. Led by member Daniel Duque who has taught Spanish at Cornell University and The… Read More »Conversational Spanish
Our partnership with St. Joe’s Soup Kitchen began in December 2019 when they joined us at First Church, operating out of our South Wing. The soup kitchen serves all who are hungry - some are homeless, while others’ income simply doesn’t cover expenses. Regardless, they provide an unconditional welcome to all, serving meals every Saturday… Read More »St. Joe’s Soup Kitchen