What is a Presbyterian?

Presbyterians are a group of Protestants whose church is founded on this concept of democratic rule under the Word of God.  The Presbyterian denomination is a form of Christianity democratically organized to embrace the faith common to all Christians.

In the New Testament, PRESBUTEROS means, "Elder," and refers to the custom of choosing leaders and advisors from among the wisest members of the church.

Presbyterians believe:

·God - Creator of the universe

·Christ - the incarnation of God on Earth

·Holy Spirit - the presence of God in the World and in the believer

·The Church - a universal company of Christ's followers

·Forgiveness of Sin - made possible by the crucifixion of Jesus

·Life Everlasting - shown by the resurrection of Jesus

·Bible - the inspired word of God.                   

 

Mission Statement

The purpose and mission of the First Presbyterian Church of Springfield is to continue the earthly ministry of Jesus Christ until he comes again.  To accomplish this we have a three-fold plan:

Enlist disciples in the way of Jesus Christ;

Encourage the people of God to grow in their faith;

Engage the Kingdom of God in the World.

We are a believing community that encourages and supports one another in our Christian pilgrimage: Each believer has been given special gifts and is encouraged to use them for the glory of God.  A loving, supportive community is as important today to the growth of ones faith as it was to the early church.  We offer a variety of opportunities for our disciples to be enriched and nourished.   

Message from the Pastor

My name is Rev. Vicky Ney, and I am privileged to serve as the Pastor of this wonderful church family. I hope that you will visit our website and learn more about the exciting ministry and mission activities and opportunities available to you. We are a loving and caring community that encourages and supports one another in our Christian journeys.  We seek to be a joyful congregation in response to God's love for us in Jesus Christ and I hope and pray that this love, which comes from God, is evident in all that fills our church.

Email the Pastor:  vickyney@hotmail.com

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Pastor's Secretary/Office Adminstrator: Mrs. Linda Jurczak

Minister of Music: Dr. John H. Bunnell

Christian Education Assistant: Ms. Danielle Guida

Organist: Mrs. Elizabeth Tavit

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Elders

Class of 2007: Don Auer, John Bunnell, Gregory Clarke, Frank Leite

Class of 2008: Art Biber, Mary Pat Deane, Elsie Leite

Class of 2009: Trudy Lindenfelser, Don Rathjens, Russell Werner

Deacons

Class of 2007: Christine Faraone, Julie Liem, Russell Lyon, Russell Werner, Danielle Guida

Class of 2008: Dawn Clarke, Melissa Guida

Class of 2009: Erna Allen, Margarete Grimm

Trustees

Class of 2007: Kenneth Bogden, Kenneth Guida, Virginia Stackfleth, Joan Stefany

Class of 2008: Janice Bongiovanni, Frank Haydu

Class of 2009: Elaine Auer, Robert Halsey, Arlene Roden