First Presbyterian Church of Howell | 323 W Grand River Ave, Howell, MI, 48843

Music Ministry

Chancel Choir The adult choir of First Church assists in the leading of worship every Sunday from September through June. They provide their message and ministry in song in many different styles of music. Youth Choir The Youth Choir, middle school and high school teens, provides music once a month during Sunday worship and combines with other choirs for special performances. Bell Choir Our Hallelujah Handbell Choir has been praising God for over 15 years with worship and celebration in music. They assist once a month in Sunday morning worship. Praise Band The Praise Band, through contemporary and gospel music, leads the congregation in singing "Praise to ...

Bible Study for Adults

We offer a variety of programs and groups for self-enrichment, discovery, and fellowship. The purpose of Adult Sunday School is to help men and women become mature Christian disciples through the study of God's word and it's application to their lives. We encourage you to visit one of the classes and take advantage of the great teaching and fellowship time. All classes meet Sundays 10:00-10:45am

Evangelism and Missions

Short Term Hands-On Missions First Presbyterian Church of Howell is also involved in short-term, hands-on missions. For current mission project click here As a Christ-centered Presbyterian Church we seek to joyfully share the good news of the sovereign love of God. 50% of our mission support is given to the Presbytery, Synod, and General Assembly of the Presbyterian Church (USA). The remaining support is offered to select local and trans-local projects such as Salvation Army, Livingston Community Habitat for Humanity, New Tribes' Missions, Christian Salvage Mission, Youth Haven Ranch, Joy for Jesus Ministry, and the Detroit Rescue Mission. Congregational Mission Trip First Presbyterian Church ...

Contact Us

Welcome! Here was generated the faith and determination to launch a work of God. The years have produced many changes, but the witness of that early "congregation" is carried on today by the members and friends of First Presbyterian Church. Today, we are poised on the threshold of significant growth. Membership involvement and programming have increased significantly over the last three years. We believe that God's future for us holds more depth of commitment and breadth of caring. In Christ's name we offer our hospitality. Please call the church office (517-546-0290) to know more about the congregation. Our office hours are ...

Presbyterian Women Association of Howell

Our mission is to develop Christian Fellowship with the Presbyterian Women of this congregation through a faith journey of commitment to local, regional and international service, encouraging and supporting all tasks undertaken by each committee and sharing in spiritual development through these activities and opportunities that bring glory to God. Our group is an easy way to become more familiar with the women of our church and help support the many things we do. Many of our activities take just a couple hours of your time, and others take a longer commitment, depending on what you would like to do. ...

Sunday School for Children & Teens

For Children The ministry to our covenant children is an essential part of the ministry of First Presbyterian Church of Howell. We welcome children of all ages and encourages participation as developmentally appropriate. Londa Wilkes (Ph: 517-546-0290 ext. 13 | email ) coordinates the Children and Youth Ministry Area and seeks to make every child’s time at church a positive and learning experience.A main goal of our Children Sunday School program is to come alongside and aid parents in the teaching and nurturing of their children. Children Sunday School takes place every Sunday morning from 9-10am.Our children learn through Bible teaching ...

Worship and Membership

"We grow STRONGER through WORSHIP." The mission of our worship is to provide an open, hospitable environment, wherein people attain a better understanding and a richer experience of God's grace in Jesus Christ. Worship is central to the life and ministry of our family of faith. Since First Church added a second worship service to it's Sunday morning schedule in November, 1995, we have experienced a 22% increase in average Sunday worship attendance and a 50% increase in average Sunday worship attendance in the past seven years. In 1999 we saw a ten year dream come true as we were able to ...

Purpose

Vision Statement As a Christ-centered community of faith, we are called by Christ to proclaim the Gospel and to build a future wherein: Hope abounds and love is alive, Life finds meaning and lessons are learned, Friendship, marriages and families are nurtured, The hurt find healing and the restless find peace, The soul finds its worth in God and Jesus Christ is Lord. Every person who participates in this ministry – pastor, congregant, employee or volunteer – is committed earnestly, wholeheartedly and spiritually to this vision. ------------------------------------------------- Mission Statement Through the love of Christ and the power of the Holy Spirit, We at First Presbyterian Church of Howell come together to worship and glorify God, reaching ...

Staff

Pastor Howard Soehl Email: hsoehl@fpchowell.org Business Manager: Lei Maier, Email: lmaier@fpchowell.org Church Secretary: Susan Kelly, Email: skelly@fpchowell.org Director of Christian Education: Londa Wilkes, Email: lwilkes@fpchowell.org Director of Teen Ministries: Elisa Sutherland Music Director: Lisa Craig Organist / Accompanist: Jim Merte Custodial Staff Rich Matticks - Weekly Custodian Cherrie Duty - Sunday Custodian

Child Care & Preschool Center

First Presbyterian Children's Care Center Established 1979, Ph: 517-546-1310 | Email: fpchildrenscc@att.net Director: Julie Aramian, Assistant Director: Jan Gardynik Programs: In each of our programs you will find warm and nurturing interactions between teachers and children with planned learning activities appropriate to children's ages. Child Care: 4 weeks-5 years Summer Safari: 5 years-12 years (school breaks after summer months) Hours: 6:30 a.m.-6:00p.m Monday through Friday Preschool: 3 & 4 year old Tues/Thurs. 9:15-11:45 a.m. 4 year olds Monday/Wednesday/Friday 9:15-11:45 a.m. Monday/Wednesday 12:45-3:15 p.m. Friday afternoon (optional) 11:45a.m.-3:15 p.m. Why Choose Us? Livingston County People's Choice Award 2009 First Center in Livingston County to be NAEYC Accredited. Christian Environment Trained and long term staff with very ...