Presbyterian
Contemporary
101-500 Members
Church Profile
Service Times
Sunday 8:30 - Alternative Worship
Sunday 10:50 - Traditional Worship
(972) 275-2595
Reverend David Alan Ivie
Our Mission
A Caring Congregation
Seeking God's Purpose in a Changing World
To Equip and to Send Forth Disciples with Christ's Love
Through the Power of the Holy Spirit
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About First Presbyterian Church of Garland
FPC Garland is a well-established congregation of 300 members. There is a feeling of "family" that makes even a newcomer feel part of our 121 year history. We love our youth and have a large and active group of young people who participate fully in the life of our congregation.
We also enjoy the vibrancy of members who have worshipped with us for over 40 years and still enjoy learning something new. We believe "worship" is an active verb and doesn't end when we leave the Sanctuary on Sunday.
In 1994, our church celebrated its move from the old location (the red brick building) across the street to this sanctuary. If you stroll the grounds, take time to read the historical marker on the East or 9th Street side of the building.
Prior to the 10:50 AM service, Acolytes call members to worship by ringing the bell located just outside the front doors. Interior architecture and fixtures are circular to remind us of the circle of life and our baptismal covenant. You may notice the beautiful stained glass windows in the chancel area, these were moved over from the old building and are part of our cherished heritage. The windows remind us of the saints who have gone before us and remain with us in our life journey with Christ. Walking towards the Education Building another shadow box remembers the family names who dedicated the windows to our church.
Denomination / Affiliation:
Other Christian
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Community Breakfast Every Saturday 8:00 - 10:00 am.. Available to all
BELIEFS
Presbyterians are distinctive in two major ways: they adhere to a pattern of religious thought known as Reformed theology and a form of government that stresses the active, representational leadership of both ministers and church members.
Reformed Theology. Theology is a way of thinking about God and God's relation to the world. Reformed theology evolved during the 16th century religious movement known as the Protestant Reformation. It emphasizes God's supremacy over everything and humanity's chief purpose as being to glorify and enjoy God forever.
In its confessions, the Presbyterian Church (U.S.A.) expresses the faith of the Reformed tradition. Central to this tradition is the affirmation of the majesty, holiness, and providence of God who creates, sustains, rules, and redeems the world in the freedom of sovereign righteousness and love. Related to this central affirmation of God's sovereignty are other great themes of the Reformed tradition:
· The election of the people of God for service as well as for salvation;
· Covenant life marked by a disciplined concern for order in the church according to the Word of God;
· A faithful stewardship that shuns ostentation and seeks proper use of the gifts of God's creation;
· The recognition of the human tendency to idolatry and tyranny, which calls the people of God to work for the transformation of society by seeking justice and living in obedience to the Word of God. (Book of Order G-2.0500)
Church Government. A major contributor to Reformed theology was John Calvin, who converted from Roman Catholicism after training for the priesthood and in the law. In exile in Geneva, Switzerland, Calvin developed the Presbyterian pattern of church government, which vests governing authority primarily in elected laypersons known as elders. The word Presbyterian comes from the Greek word for elder.
Baptism:
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First Presbyterian Church of Garland is a Presbyterian Church located in Zip Code 75040.
Church Profile Manager: Bob Williams