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First Presbyterian Church in Fayetteville, NC is a vibrant and welcoming congregation that is dedicated to serving Jesus Christ and sharing His gospel. With a rich history dating back to 1800, the church offers meaningful worship services, spiritual growth opportunities, and compassionate outreach programs both locally and globally. Whether you are a long-time member or a first-time visitor, you can expect to experience genuine hospitality, a Christ-centered focus, and a deep respect for tradition within this loving fellowship. At First Presbyterian Church, the mission is to renew fellowship, explore the knowledge and love of God, and make a positive impact in the community and the world. With a variety of ministries, including adult Christian education, children's and youth ministries, music ministry, and compassionate outreach initiatives, the church provides a nurturing environment for individuals of all ages to grow in their faith. Additionally, the church offers livestreamed worship services, allowing individuals to participate in the worship experience from wherever they are. Join First Presbyterian Church in Fayetteville and discover a community that is committed to serving, sharing, and growing in the love of Jesus Christ.Generated from the website

HistoryIn 1816, the Episcopal community of Fayetteville worshipped with Presbyterians but longed for its own church. A prominent local citizen, John Winslow, with the blessing of his friends, made a trip to Wilmington to consult The Rev. Bethell Judd, an Episcopal clergyman from Connecticut. As a result, Dr. Judd came to Fayetteville in January 1817 to establish a church. The name St. John's was chosen for the church, and it was formally organized on April 7, 1817. The newly elected vestry immediately started to acquire land to build a church building. St. John's became the first Episcopal parish in Fayetteville. Its single tall spire housed the town clock until the church (and much of the town) burned down in The Great Fire of 1831. The new structure, built on the old foundation, followed the same plans, but replaced the single spire with the current multiple Neo-Gothic spires.SpecialtiesSt. John's offers visitors and parishioners a traditional worship experience rooted in the history of the Episcopal Church and Anglican Communion. Our 8 a.m. Sunday Rite I service, provides an intimate holy space without music and uses the more archaic,