First Presbyterian Church of Roanoke Rapids, NC
16 East Fifth Street, Roanoke Rapids, NC   27870
252-537-4018,  office@fpcrr.com

Welcome Brochure

First

Presbyterian

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Everyone Welcome !


 



16 E. 5th St.

Roanoke Rapids, NC

www.fpcrr.com

252- 537-4018

FIRST PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH

On June 25, 1899, the congregation was organized, two years after the town of Roanoke Rapids received its charter.  The congregation has a rich heritage of worship and ministry in the community and looks with excitement to the future!

 The First Presbyterian Church seeks to follow the teaching of Jesus Christ by expressing our love through worship, discipleship, fellowship, congregational care, and mission.

“Christ calls the Church into being, giving it all that is necessary for its mission to the world, for its building up, and for its service to God.  Christ is present with the Church in both Spirit and Word.  It belongs to Christ alone, to teach, to call, and to use the Church as he wills, exercising his authority by the ministry of women and men for the establishment and extension of his Kingdom”

(Book of Order, G-1.0100.b)

CHURCH ACTIVITIES

Sunday Services
9:45 am  -  Sunday School for all ages
                 Pet Spears                       537-4018
11:00 am -   Morning Worship
Nursery care for Infants & Toddlers
Children’s Church

 Music Programs
Adult Choir Denise Hackenburg 537-4018
Children’s Choir Ellen Bryant 537-4018

 Youth Fellowship Programs
Sunday evenings,
Sr. High Youth, Presbykids

 Women’s Circle Meetings
Susan Barmer 537-1571
1st Tuesday and Thursday of each month
Tuesday Morning Circle          9:45 am
Thursday Evening Circle         7:00 pm

 Family Fellowship
Covered dish suppers
Quarterly Sunday School Brunch
Men’s Breakfast
Vacation Bible School 

Mission Projects
Local:
Habitat for Humanity, Good Samaritan, Union Mission,
Hannah’s Place, John 3:16, Relay for Life
Global:
Mission support for Presbyterian Church U.S.A.
Larry and Inga Sthreshley in the Congo
Rev. Dr. Donald Marsden, Presbyterian Frontier Fellowship

 Preschool Program
Linda Brewer 537-9417
2 year old classes—Wednesdays
3 year old classes—Tuesday and Thursdays

A FEW WORDS FROM OUR INTERIM-PASTOR

Hello and Welcome!  We are delighted that you decided to take a look at us.  We know making a decision about where you worship, where you are nurtured as a disciple, and where you have fellowship and fun is one that can take some time, so please visit with us often and as much as you want.  Also, if you have questions about what this church believes, how we make decisions, where to find the playground or water fountain or anything at all, we want to make certain you get the answers you need, so don’t hesitate to call or inquire. 

This community of faith is excited about learning, growing and serving Jesus Christ.  Here, you will find the young and young at heart, singles and families with few or many, and all who are deeply committed to being a community of faith that prays, laughs, serves, struggles, and loves Jesus Christ, one another and the community of Roanoke Rapids.

 If I can answer questions or serve you in some other way, please call the church office (537-4018) or drop by and visit.

(Tues.-Thurs. 9-1; Monday by appt.)

 Rejoice!

 Rev. Jane A. Love, Interim Pastor

Note:  First Presbyterian provides ample parking for the physically handicapped and is equipped with a handicap ramp to the sanctuary.

Methods for Joining the Presbyterian Church

“The incarnation of God in life, death and resurrection of Jesus Christ gives to the church not only its mission but also its understanding of the membership.  One becomes an active member of the church through faith in Jesus Christ as Savior and acceptance of his Lordship in all life.  Baptism and a public profession of faith in Jesus as Lord are the visible signs of entrance into the active membership of the church.” (Book of Order, G-5.0100a)

 Individuals may become a member of First Presbyterian Church by one of the following methods:

 Profession of Faith: A person who has never been a member of any Christian church, or who has  been baptized but never officially “joined” a church, makes a profession of faith in Jesus Christ.

 Certificate of Transfer: A person who is a member of another Christian church and wishes to unite with First Presbyterian may request that we write for his or her letter of transfer.

 Reaffirmation of Faith: Some churches do not transfer members.  A person who is a member of one of these churches and wishes to join First Presbyterian will be asked to reaffirm his or her faith in Jesus Christ.  No “rebaptism” is required.

 Affiliate Membership: A person who is a member of another Presbyterian church but who will only temporarily be in the Roanoke Rapids area may use this category.  An affiliate is officially connected  to First Presbyterian for a period of one year while maintaining membership in her or his present church.  The affiliate relationship may be renewed.

Please contact the minister to talk about joining this church.

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