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All are welcome to worship and participate in activities at First Presbyterian Church. The church has occupied a site in the middle of Athens since it was organized in 1809 by the first president of Ohio University, Jacob Lindley. Presbyterians played a vital role in the development of the city and the university. Four of the first five presidents of the university were Presbyterian pastors.

Worship at First Presbyterian Church:
  • 10:30 a.m. worship >> Join us in the sanctuary for worship of God using song, scripture and prayer. Children, youth and adults all participate in sharing God's word during the service.

    Child care provided during the church service for infants through kindergarten. Children in first grade and beyond are encouraged to remain for the service. Listen bags (available in the Narthex) provide quiet activities. Children’s bibles are located in the Family Area (by the elevator).

  • 11:30 a.m. fellowship >> Join us for refreshments and conversation following the service. During the summer our coffee hour is held on the walk in front of the church.
  • Christian Education at First Presbyterian
  • 9:30 am, Sunday School (all ages)

    Young Children (Infant-Kindergarten, Nursery). Lessons, music, crafts.

    Elementary (grades 1-6, Elementary classroom). Lessons, hands-on learning, music.

    Youth (grades 6-High School, Donkey Coffee, 17 ½ W Washington St). World religions, community service, social justice, and related bible passages. Begins at 9:15

    Adult book discussion (Lounge). Discussion based on common reading. Book copies available in the lounge, and drop-ins are welcome.

  • Sundays at 10:30 a.m.
    Nursery-Kindergarten
    Elementary-age

  • Tuesdays at noon
    Lectionary Discussion Group

  • Wednesdays at 5:30
    S.A.L.T.y (view video below, and read more)


    In this video, Pastor Rob Martin discusses activities coming up in the 2012-13 year.
  • Free parking on Sundays. Park on the street or in the Parking Garage (located across the street from the church). The church is wheelchair accessible with elevator at street level.


    2 North Court St. (church)
    9 North College (office)
    Athens, OH 45701
    (740) 593 3351
    office@athensfpc.org
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