Whether you’re looking to join as a member or an opportunity to lead, we invite you to explore this document prepared by our Pastor Nominating Committee

Good News of First Presbyterian Church of Farmington

And our Farmington/Farmington Hills, Michigan Community 

 

  • Location – Northwest suburb of Detroit, Michigan
    • 30 minutes from downtown Detroit
    • 30 minutes from Detroit Metro Airport
    • Convenient access to 3 major Interstate connections
  • Two cities but one school system and community library
  • Cities are consistently ranked as one of the safest in Michigan
  • Over 60 languages spoken in Farmington Public Schools
  • Predominately single-home residential with some apartments and condominiums
  • Farmers Market best in Metro area last 6 years
  • Over 600 acres of public parks
  • Large concentration of high-tech research and development centers
  • Our church is located on 2 main streets (11 Mile & Farmington Road).

Positives of Our Church

  • The Interim Pastor helped the church complete our self-Study and simplified our mission focus
  • The Pastor Nominating Committee is meeting weekly to complete the Call Process Checklist
  • Spiritual growth is occurring at FPCF. We have prayer vigils, adult Bible study, outreach through Facebook, Wednesday prayer group, a strong Presbyterian Women’s group, successful Presbyterian Players group, Friday game nights and leadership being shown by a variety of members. Members also have personal spiritual growth, . We have an enthusiastic group of liturgists, with each volunteering several times a year to assist  the pastor with Sunday worship.
  • Presbyterian Women: There are three PW Circles which offer a small group setting for bible study, fellowship, and opportunities for outreach into the community. There are also larger events hosted by Presbyterian Women which feature guest speakers. They are one of the most active Presbyterian Women’s programs in area.
  • Music Program:  We try to offer a variety of options in our anthem choices with traditional,  modern, gospel, some adapted hymns, some liturgical and occasionally foreign language pieces. The Chancel Choir may be small in number, but it is a supportive, cohesive group that cares about praising God and up lifting the congregation through music. Our Minister of Music , Peter Cartwright, is flexible and patient as he learns what our capabilities are, having only been here 4 months. The choir sings almost every Sunday. The Bell choir is also a strong group, assisting in worship once a month. The music director also uses special musicians to enhance worship, some from our congregation and some from outside hired sources.
  • Presbyterian Players is a drama group that presents an annual Christmas play open to the public and the congregation.
  • Facilities: 
    • Building has central HVAC with remote control
    • Sanctuary seating capacity 280
    • Fellowship Hall dining capacity 150
    • Library and Parlor on second floor
    • Wi-Fi system throughout building
    • Digital sign on main street in front of church
  • Healthy financial reserves and an Endowment Fund of $300,000+, which distributes 4% annually
  • Positive reputation with Farmington Area Interfaith Association. Several of our lay leaders regularly attend and build relationships with clergy and lay leaders of other faith communities as well as , school, city, fire, and police, and local non-profit representatives.
  • Historically FPCF has spent 10% or more of annual budget on Mission and outreach.
  • The congregation has over 200+ members

 

Our Needs and Goals

  • Restart a Youth Ministry with a new Christian education plan for youth, teens and adults so we can implement mission of Sharing Christ
    • Run a VBS with Hope Lutheran August 11-15
    • Need to consider creating a “Prayground” in the Sanctuary for 1–4-year-olds
    • Plan a puppet show geared for 5-8 year olds once a month
    • Institute a children’s time in service 2nd Sunday of the month
    • Use activity bags for youth who are in service every Sunday.
    • Would like to restart a LOGOS bible study program for elementary age youth once a month.
  • We need a 3-year growth membership marketing plan that is reviewed and revised each Fall.
  • Would help to have a large digital screen, wall-mounted TV with wireless computer access in classrooms and fellowship hall with zoom capability
  • Volunteers support program for all church committees
  • Community outreach program for neighborhoods and cities
  • Action-oriented Session
  • Marketing plan for community engagement with Church that leads to mission work, serving others.
  • Monthly events plan to include fundraising events for key organizations we support like CARES, Goodfellows and Second Mile Center. Could also include other education events or ways to bring Christ to those who might be interested  during these tariff war times.
  • On the second Sunday of month contemporary music chosen by our Music Director.

“Faith does not operate in the realm of the possible. There is no glory for God in that which is humanly possible. Faith begins where human (man’s) power ends/”

George Muller, late 1800’s