During Holy Week this year, we invite you to experience the hope, joy, and renewal that come from remembering and celebrating the life, death, and resurrection of Jesus Christ. Bring your friends, family, and neighbors — all are welcome! Let’s gather together to celebrate the gift of life through Christ. Hope to see you there! Livestream Good Friday Good Friday Bulletin Good Friday Hymns Livestream Easter Sunday Easter Sunday Bulletin Easter Sunday Hymns [...]
2026 FPC Stewardship Campaign “Let Your Light Shine Before Others” Sunday, October 19, 2025, marks the beginning of our annual stewardship campaign. We continue in our time of transition as a vibrant church yet we continue to think about the church we are and the church we are called to become. We know that God will guide us in that process. We believe that our actions allow our light to shine before others as makes a difference in Portland and around the world. In this season of introspection and change, it’s important for each of us to think on what this church means to us and how to support the things we love about it: the worship services we join in, the music that moves us, the messages from the pulpit that inspire us, the community that supports us, the [...]
We are pleased to announce the management and technology transition of the FPC parking garage beginning October 15, 2025. PMC (Parking Management Company) will be the new operator of the FPC parking garage. Parking for Sunday morning worship will be much the same as it has been as we introduce a new LPR system (License Plate Recognition). When this system is fully operational, members visiting the church at any time will enter and be recognized by the system as free parkers. Once a vehicle is “in the system,” transient (non-monthly) parkers can enjoy touchless entry and automatic payment. Until then, the system will be a hybrid of free access and digital validation. PMC Ambassadors (formerly known as attendants) will be on site eight hours a day including weekends. The duties and range of activity of the Ambassadors differ from the [...]
Julia West House has been a part of First Presbyterian Church since 1988 and has served those in need in our community well over that time. For a time, it served as refugee housing through the Sponsors Organized to Assist Refugees (SOAR) program of Ecumenical Ministries of Oregon, the home of Operation Nightwatch in downtown Portland, and a similar program for hospitality to the unhoused during the day. Later, Julia West House became the home of GED programs and a men’s clothing center called Best Foot Forward. Over time the broad array of services decreased as other agencies evolved, certain public funding disappeared, and the congregation became less able to support the activities while trying to maintain a building that was over 125 years old. By early 2018, Best Foot Forward had become independent and relocated. Although FPC provided over [...]
First Presbyterian Church (FPC) is a unique treasure nestled in the heart of the city. With its Victorian Gothic-inspired architecture, it is the perfect location for a large or intimate affair. Built in 1890, it is one of the oldest and largest churches in Portland. The hammer-beam trusses, original hand-carved pews, Povey stained glass windows, and magnificent Jaeckel pipe organ provide the perfect setting for a romantic and unforgettable wedding ceremony. Click here to learn more about booking your wedding at First Presbyterian Church. [...]
The Presbyterian Church (USA), of which First Presbyterian is a part, works to affirm the worth of all persons, including those in the LGBTQ community. Our church’s governing body, the Session, affirms ours as a welcoming and affirming congregation. All are welcome to join in worship, fellowship, and service! Our PCUSA Mission staff penned this prayer as we continue to work and hope for the reign of God to be established: God of justice, hope, love, and mercy, help us to continually live into the church that you have called us to be. Compel us to stand against injustice wherever it may be found. Provoke us to hold firm to the gospel message of inclusion and equity. And empower us to continually be salt and light in a world that so desperately needs more representation of your Spirit. We love you and [...]
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Every Sunday morning, Dr. Will Deming leads an Adult Bible Study on the lectionary Scripture passages for that day’s worship, using the lectionary. This is a wonderful way to dive into the Scriptures before hearing them in the worship service. Join study class on Zoom on Sundays from 9 – 10 am via this link:(https://zoom.us/j/92285138816), the Zoom Meeting ID is 922-8513-8816. This is a recurring meeting, the above link can be used until further notice. [...]
First Presbyterian Church
1200 SW Alder Street
Portland, Oregon 97205
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