Committed to worship and service in downtown Springfield, First Presbyterian Church seeks to embrace the community that surrounds it ——

— by responding to the issues of the day in thoughtful and caring ways,

— through cherishing the diversity of experience and gifts of people,

— by welcoming ideas

— and respecting questioning,

— through reaching out to those with spiritual and physical needs,

— and by celebrating growth and discovery,

—— not according to our plan, but within God's mystery.

Our convictions, which reflect our Presbyterian traditions, stem from our understanding of faith. Thus, in our life as a church, we are influenced by these convictions ——
— The Bible guides us to an understanding of God's infinite love for all humankind seen most powerfully in Jesus’ ministry of love and selflessness.— Through the Bible's teaching and the Holy Spirit's inspiration, our spiritual experience is deepened, and we are encouraged to recognize the element of mystery and holiness.
— The Bible is more than literal truth; it should be read critically, intelligently and with understanding of its historical and cultural context.
— The mind is a gift of God that we are expected to use to think critically and act responsibly.
— The belief statements of the church point the way to the greater "truth" known only by God.

In our worshipping community, First Presbyterian seeks to be inclusive, to value the individual, to challenge all to dedicate themselves and their lives to God and to seek to live as Jesus lived.

First Presbyterian Church (FPC) has contracted with the Springfield Association for Retarded Citizens (SPARC) for cleaning and janitorial services. SPARC is a not-for-profit social service agency, which has served developmentally disabled citizens for over forty years. SPARC is the local affiliate of the National Association for Retarded Citizens.
We welcome them warmly.