Worship is a way we connect with God and each other. We currently have three regular worship services at First Presbyterian:

  • An informal service Sundays at 8:30 AM.
  • A traditional service Sundays at 11:00 AM.
  • Jazz Vespers on the second Sunday of the month, 4:00 PM or 5:00 PM (depending on the month).
  • Classical Vespers on the fourth Sunday of the month, 4:00 PM or 5:00 PM (depending on the month).
Traditional Worship

From the ringing of the bells at the beginning until the postlude in at the end, our traditional service features the best elements of a Presbyterian worship service. Our choir is backed by our 36-rank Schoenstein pipe organ, one of the finest in the Pacific Northwest.

The atmosphere is traditional but not stiff. Dress is casual, and everyone, including the people from the streets around the church are welcomed as we all worship God together.

Informal Worship

Grab a cup of coffee and take a seat the at the table in our fireside room. Our 8:30 informal service blends elements of traditional worship with creative ways of helping people interact with God. It features a lot of singing, a visual liturgy, and inspiring messages.

Our Sunshine Singers lead the singing, while the pastor leads the flow of the service. We occasionally have bells and other instruments in the service.

Afterwards the congregation gathers to pack bag lunches for the homeless.

Jazz Vespers

On the second Sunday of the month, at either 4:00 pm or 5:00 pm (depending on the month) we offer our Jazz Vespers which features local and national jazz musicians and artists who present their talents in the context of a very informal service. Readings come from poetry and the Bible, and there is a short inspirational message which is often tied to the music and the history of Jazz.

Classical Vespers

On the fourth Sunday of the month, at 4:00 pm or 5:00 pm (depending on the month) we  offer a Classical Vespers presentation.

Art & Worship

The  décor inside the church changes to match the seasons and visually enhance the worship service. In church speak, this is referred to as “Liturgical Art.”  If you have an interest in art you are invited to join us decorating the church to enhance the worship experience.

Our art gallery, in the West Hallway, features new art every month by local artists. The artist is featured in our monthly Jazz Vespers.

Choir

All are welcome to join any of our choirs.  We have 2 vocal choirs.

  • Chancel Choir—sing at the 11:00 am service each week excluding summers. The choir practices at 5:30 pm on Wednesdays.
  • Sunshine Singers—sing at the 8:30 am service each week. The choir practices the third Monday of the month at 5:45 pm.