First Presbyterian Church of Independence

05/04/2026

Ever wonder what goes through a Child of God mind while they are relaxed on a swing? (Answer is in the comments)

04/12/2026

Today we opened the 1976 Time Capsule after worship, livestreaming for those who couldn't be there in person, and with KSHB Channel 41 News filming for their 5 p.m. newscast (4/12/26 - see comment below). Here's video of that livestream and a list of items in Comments below; thanks to David Burress and Sarah Sutton - youth from back then - for returning to retrieve the items from the box. We are blessed to have so many members and friends gather to help celebrate our 200th Anniversary as a congregation. Here's a list of future celebration activities:
Event dates (after 10:30 worship unless otherwise noted)
May 17 -- Guest preacher Rev. Beverly Crute (10:30 a.m.)
June 14 -- TUXIS Confirmation class reunion lunch; please rsvp
June 14 -- Guest preacher Rev. Duane Stephens (10:30 a.m.)
Aug. 16 -- Visiting Theologian Rev. Dr. Aaron Stauffer (9:15 a.m.)
Aug. 23 -- Visiting Theologian Rev. Dr. Aaron Stauffer (9:15 a.m.)
Aug. 23 -- Guest preacher Rev. Larry Satorius (10:30 a.m.)
Aug. 30 -- Visiting Theologian Rev. Dr. Aaron Stauffer (9:15 a.m.)
Sept. 13 -- All-Church Luncheon, Program and Celebration; please
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04/11/2026

Another wonderful painting class - with thanks to Jim and Dora Dunnaway. Watercolors!
Next class is May 9 from 1-3 p.m. All are welcome.

04/11/2026

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04/11/2026

Pastor Dave previews Sunday's opening of our 1976 Time Capsule. Hope to see you for this special 200th Anniversary Celebration event! (Livestream link in comments)

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04/05/2026

Hi is Risen!

03/28/2026

See you Sunday -- 9 a.m. Palm Processional to the Courthouse steps for a brief service, followed by donuts fellowship at Westminster Hall, and then 10:30 worship with the youth pageant "The Road to Emmaus."

03/26/2026

The Memorial Service for Robbie Gorman's daughter, Jerelyn Simms, will be this Friday, March 27, at First Presbyterian Church of Independence -- 4 p.m. Visitation and 5 p.m. Service.

03/25/2026

Pastor Dave visited Jean yesterday with her church anniversary T-shirt and the plant from Sunday's children's message - being grounded and rooted in love (Ephesians 3:17).

03/16/2026

We had a soft launch of our 200th Anniversary Celebration on Sunday with an ongoing display in the church parlor detailing the congregation's early years. Upcoming events include:
April 12 -- Opening of the 1976 Time Capsule and Reception (after worship)
May 17 -- Guest preacher Rev. Beverly Crute (10:30 a.m.)
June 14 -- TUXIS Confirmation class reunion lunch (after worship; please rsvp)
June 14 -- Guest preacher Rev. Duane Stephens (10:30 a.m.)
Aug. 16 -- Visiting Theologian Rev. Dr. Aaron Stauffer (9:15 a.m.)
Aug. 23 -- Visiting Theologian Rev. Dr. Aaron Stauffer (9:15 a.m.)
Aug. 23 -- Guest preacher Rev. Larry Satorius (10:30 a.m.)
Aug. 30 -- Visiting Theologian Rev. Dr. Aaron Stauffer (9:15 a.m.)
Sept. 13 -- All-Church Luncheon, Program and Celebration (after worship)
For more on our celebration activities, visit https://www.fpcindep.org/200th-anniversary.html