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First Presbyterian Church 2025-2030 Strategic Report

In preparation for our 200th anniversary, we are looking back, looking around, and looking forward. This plan is the result of nine months of prayer and participation by the congregation…

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McKinley Storytime Readers, Teacher Encouragers and Reading Friends Needed

We are ready to get busy at our adopted McKinley Elementary School! Located at 575 W. Roosevelt St., right off Highland Rd. near the Tiger Band practice facility, there are…

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An Update From the FPCBR Pastoral Search Committee

The data tells us that the “normal” duration of a search for a senior pastor in a church like ours is 18 to 24 months. We’re just 9 months since…

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Do You Visit the Church Portal for First Presbyterian Church?

FPC has two safe and secure sites to help you manage your church membership data online. The Member Portal allows you to access the online church directory, update personal information…

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Become a Mentor at First Presbyterian Church

Mentors Make a Difference All children face challenges and sometimes need a little support to build resilience and hope. Research shows that by helping a child feel loved and valued, the…

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Come Play Pickleball at First Presbyterian Church of Baton Rouge!

America’s fastest growing sport and the game with the funny name, Pickleball, has come to our church. Ten to fifteen players, including several church members, gather every Sunday at 1.30…

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An Update for Pastoral Search Candidates at First Presbyterian Church

An Update for Pastoral Search Candidates at First Presbyterian Church

Dear Potential Candidates,  We at First Presbyterian Church, Baton Rouge, Louisiana are so excited about your interest in reviewing our Church Information Form. We hope that this CIF piques your…

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Class for Parkinson’s Patients and the Elderly at First Presbyterian

Parkinson’s disease, the most common neurodegenerative disease of the elderly, is characterized by the progressive loss of muscle control. Dance is listed by the American Parkinson Disease Association as one…

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Raising Funds for Missions Through Parking at FPCBR

Did you know that Whitney Alexander, Julius Mullins and Jeff Shaw collected over $5516.00 for missions last month? Just by charging parade-goers to park in our Convention Street lot as…

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