First Presbyterian Church
Presbyterian Church
First Presbyterian Church (FPC) of Sarasota has been serving the community with more than one hundred years in Sarasota. Part of the FPC legacy includes the establishment of seven other churches in the area—Whitfield, Bee Ridge, Pine Shores, Northminster, Church of the Covenant, Christ Church Longboat Key, and Peace Presbyterian.
Mission
We believe we are called to faithfully serve the Lord Jesus Christ, giving glory to God.
Vision
We desire to be a leading, faithful, witnessing, diverse, and growing community of God’s people.
Core Values
Leading: We have an ongoing tradition of leadership in our community. We are committed to meeting the ever-changing spiritual and physical needs of our community.
Faithful: Our life together centers on vibrant worship and praise as we glorify God. We are a dynamic community of faith—reformed and always reforming. We strive to be faithful managers of the gifts that God has provided for us.
Witnessing: Through compassionate service and working for justice, we share the hope we have in Jesus Christ, seeking to become spiritual partners with our neighbors.
Diverse: As a community of Jesus Christ, we unconditionally welcome all people in the manner of our Lord and Savior.
Growing: We seek spiritual growth for children and adults through prayer, the teaching and study of Scripture, and the sharing of our faith’s journey.
Service Times
Worship Schedule
First Presbyterian Church of Sarasota typically offers three services at 8:15 a.m., 9:00 a.m., 11:00 a.m.
Sunday Classes for all at 10:00 a.m.
Our services include music, preaching, readings of Scripture, and prayer.
Communion is traditionally celebrated on the first Sunday of the month.
You can watch the 11:00 live stream here on our site.
Location
2050 Oak Street
Sarasota
Florida
United States
34237
Staff
Rev. Dr. Glen Bell
Pastor
Pam Schweizer
Pastor's Assistant
Contacts
Tel: 9419558119108
Web: http://www.firstpressarasota.org
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