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First Presbyterian Searches for Senior Pastor

Dear Potential Candidates, We at First Presbyterian Church, Baton Rouge, Louisiana are grateful for your interest in learning more about our congregation and our call for a new Senior Pastor….

Dennis Swanberg to Speak at the October Prime Time Event

Please plan to join the Prime Time group (60 and older) on Friday, October 23 to laugh along with our special guest, Dennis Swanberg, who is known as “America’s Minister…

A Monopoly board and chess pieces side by side, "Game Night" in a blue circle—perfect for Internationals to enjoy fun and pizza together.

Game Night with Internationals on September 19!

Join International Friendship Partners (IFP) on Saturday, September 19 for Game Night! Our annual fall kickoff brings together church members and international students. Come for fellowship and games from 6…

A digitally altered image of a brick building facade evokes 1812 church history with tall arched windows and decorative architectural details.

Growing Pains, 1840

The following is the latest in our series of First Presbyterian Church history. These snippets have been collected in anticipation of our 200th anniversary in 2027. As First Presbyterian Church…

Youth Ministry Parent Meeting August 16

Sunday, August 16 10.10 amDunham ChapelCome hear what the youth team has planned for the 2026-27 school year!

A half loaf of bread and a metal goblet, perfect for Communion training or a communion class with elementary students.

Communion Training for Elementary Students

First through 5th graders are invited to attend Scott’s Communion training session on Sunday, August 23 at 10.10 am in Dunham Chapel.

80 McKinley Elementary Teachers Need Encouragers!

Our ministry at McKinley Elementary School has been active for almost 40 years–what a testament to our church and the willingness of our members to serve! There are several opportunities…

2026-2027 Circles Starting Soon!

Join one of our Women’s Ministry Circles this year as we study Hebrews: An Anchor for the Soul, by Michael Kruger. Together, we’ll discover why Christ is infinitely better than…

“More Than Conquerors” Women’s Romans Study

Often called Paul’s greatest letter, the book of Romans has shaped the faith of believers for nearly 2,000 years. R.C. Sproul described it as Paul’s “fullest, grandest, most comprehensive statement…

Pastor Search Update: 120 Candidates, 175 Hours of Content, 600 Hours of Review

To date, the Pastor Search Committee has considered approximately 120 potential candidates. For most candidates, three to four committee members have listened to two or three sermons, averaging 35 minutes…

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First Presbyterian Searches for Senior Pastor

Dennis Swanberg to Speak at the October Prime Time Event

Game Night with Internationals on September 19!

Growing Pains, 1840

Youth Ministry Parent Meeting August 16

Communion Training for Elementary Students

80 McKinley Elementary Teachers Need Encouragers!

2026-2027 Circles Starting Soon!

“More Than Conquerors” Women’s Romans Study

Pastor Search Update: 120 Candidates, 175 Hours of Content, 600 Hours of Review

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