Batavia First Pres.
Christmas Worship Services
Batavia First Pres. 300 East Main Street, Batavia, NY, United States2023 Christmas Celebrations! Come and celebrate the joy of the season and of the birth of Christ! All three services will be different and have special messages and music to share the good news of love coming into our world through Jesus Christ! Childcare will be provided. If you have any questions, please let us…
That Starry Night Pageant
Batavia First Pres. 300 East Main Street, Batavia, NY, United StatesYou are invited to this special presentation by children and youth of the story of the birth of Jesus! Children and youth will share their gifts of music and drama to bring this sacred story to life and to bring the good news of God's love to us. The event is free of charge and…
Bethlehem Walk & Community Dinner
Batavia First Pres. 300 East Main Street, Batavia, NY, United StatesJoin us for a fun evening of inspiration and food. Over 200 nativity scenes from around the world will special Christmas lights and decorations will give you the joy of the Christmas season. Dinner and cookies will be served. St. Nicholas will be there to tell stories of generosity and to share some special coins.…
Mindful Mondays
Batavia First Pres. 300 East Main Street, Batavia, NY, United StatesCome renew your spirit and rejuvenate your body’s energy through a time of gentle movement, calming practices, quiet reflection on scripture, or walking a labyrinth. Questions? Contact us at 585-343-0505 or fpcbatavia@fpcbatavia.org.
Indoor Labyrinth Walk
Batavia First Pres. 300 East Main Street, Batavia, NY, United StatesCome and enjoy a time of peace and reflection by walking an indoor labyrinth! Our labyrinth was lovingly created by artist Dan Butler and is available for walking every Sunday morning whenever we have worship. A labyrinth is a path of prayer, a walking meditation, and supports the practice of mindfulness. The act of walking…
Bible Study: The Gospel of Mark
Batavia First Pres. 300 East Main Street, Batavia, NY, United StatesJoin Pastor Roula and Donna Thompson as we walk through the Bible’s earliest source for the life of Jesus with Bible scholar Amy-Jill Levine as she introduces such themes as the Son of Man, discipleship, miracles, and Mark’s use of the Old Testament. The study will feature an in-depth reflection on select passages and illuminates…
Fall Concert -Jaclyn Breeze
Batavia First Pres. 300 East Main Street, Batavia, NY, United StatesJoin us for a flute concert with Artist Jaclyn Breeze. There will also an opportunity for community singing. Questions, contact us at fpcbatavia@fpcbatavia.org or 585-343-0505.
Christmas Pageant Interest Meeting
Batavia First Pres. 300 East Main Street, Batavia, NY, United StatesChildren and youth are invited to participate in a community Christmas pageant! Children and parents/guardians, please join us on September 30th to learn more before you decide whether to participate. Contact us with questions or to RSVP at fpcbatavia@fpcbatavia.org or 585-343-0505.
Labyrinth Walk
Batavia First Pres. 300 East Main Street, Batavia, NY, United StatesThe labyrinth will be open on Sundays. Come, enter, and allow the labyrinth to lead you to the peace you seek. walking a labyrinth is a great way to pray, meditate, or just find a time of quiet and peace. Instructions on how to walk the labyrinth can be found here: https://fpcbatavia.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/Labyrinth-instructions-2023.pdf. Questions, contact us at…
Wild Church
Batavia First Pres. 300 East Main Street, Batavia, NY, United StatesWe are a group of people connecting with divine mystery outside in nature. We come together to learn, meditate, and pray in relationship to nature. If your soul is longing for renewal and deeper connections, join us in worshiping in creation, with creation, as creation. People of all ages and abilities are welcome. Bring your…