CONNECTION AND COMMUNITY
We strive to be a church without walls - reaching out into the community and beyond to bring people together in the name of Jesus.
You have options to get connected at your own pace. Be part of our online community on Sunday mornings at 10am on Facebook or YouTube, where you will be personally welcomed by name. Our Bible Study groups all have an online or in-person option too!
Or come in person by planning a visit and take the weirdness out of visiting a church for the first time!
plan your visit
Visiting a church doesn't have to be weird or uncomfortable.
➡️ Start by watching an online service HERE or on Facebook or YouTube
➡️Plan your in-person visit HERE
We want to make sure your visit is easy and comfortable, and take the time to get to know you and your family personally.
Will you do us the honor of coming for a visit this Sunday?
SUNDAY SCHOOL
At FPCC, Sunday School (for ages 3 to 8th grade) is one of our highest priorities! We believe in raising up the next generation of leaders - instilling kindness, caring and love for one another and all of God's creation! Our Sunday School children and their parents develop support networks and lasting friendships!
Sunday School generally runs from September to June, and takes a break over the summer to give our staff and volunteers a rest. The kids start out in the Sanctuary with their parents, and after the Children's Message - which is a special time during the Service set aside just for kids - they scamper off to their Sunday School room. There, they will learn about God's love for them in an age-appropriate manner through songs, games and crafts.
For those with infants, there is a newly refurbished nursery room available just behind the main sanctuary on the right hand side, equipped with rocking chairs and a changing table.
WHAT DO WE OFFER FOR TEENS?
At FPCC, our welcoming, fun and exciting environment is the perfect place for middle and high school students to hang out! All 6th through 12th graders are invited and welcome to join our Youth Group which meets every Sunday from 11:30-12:30 following worship . All youth events are coordinated and supervised by the Director of Youth Ministry with assistance from other responsible adults.
Youth Activities Include...
Sunday Youth Fellowship Meetings
Welcome Back Pizza Party
Service opportunities: Soup Kitchen, Souper Bowl of Caring,
Mother's Day Service Project, FPCC Volunteering
Lead Worship by Reading Scripture
Attend Cranford Dramatic Club Musicals such as Jesus Christ Superstar
Friendsgiving
Christmas Party
"The Chosen" Movie Nights
30 Hr. Famine Overnight Retreat
Easter Event
End of Season Celebration
Confirmation open to 7th grade and up
Our youth ministry's mission is to provide a safe space for youth to learn, explore and grow their faith in Jesus through giving back to their church and community. We strive to fulfill this mission through weekly meetings that include fun activities, open discussions, volunteering and fun retreats!
Questions? Contact youth@firstprescranford.org.
Music FOR ALL AGES AND ABILITIES!
We invite all musicians of any ability to join in!
Our adult choir sings most Sundays from September to June, and is perhaps the biggest commitment. Our children's and handbell choirs perform approximately once per month from September through May.
Download the Children's Choir registration form:
CHILDREN'S CHOIR REGISTRATION FORM
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Regular Rehearsal Times:
Children's Choir (Grades 2 - 8): Thursdays - 4:15pm - 5:00pm
Adult Bell Choir: Thursdays 6:30pm - 7:30 pm
Adult Chancel Choir: Thursdays 7:30pm - 8:30pm
Questions?
adult spiritual growth
We hope that everyone can find their place and calling in their relationship with Christ and the church. Our goal is to give people of all ages and seasons of life a chance to find the group, Bible study, ministry, and mission to help them as they continue on their faith journey.
Adult Spiritual Growth opportunities encourage faith formation, fellowship and enrichment. These include "Scripture Seekers" Bible Study on Sundays, Wednesday Evening Bible Study, Book Groups, Men's Prayer Breakfast, and opportunities to serve those in need.
You can join us in our Facebook Group too!
