Congregational Care

Be devoted to one another in brotherly love … be joyful in hope, patient in affliction,
faithful in prayer … Rejoice with those who rejoice; mourn with those who mourn.
—from Romans 12

The Mission of First Presbyterian Church emphasizes our desire to be a welcoming and nurturing family — which includes sharing one another’s joys and sorrows in practical ways. The Parish Nurse and the Visitation Team work together under the direction of the pastors, and in concert with them, to provide timely and meaningful assistance to those of our congregation who face particular challenges.

Pastoral Care Line: 239-992-6887

First Presbyterian Church has a dedicated phone number for pastoral care issues. If you know of anyone who is in the hospital, recuperating or in need of our prayers, call the Pastoral Care Line: (239) 992-6887. Leave a message with as much information as possible. This line is checked daily, the needs are logged, and the ministers notified of all pastoral care concerns.

Biblical Counseling Ministry

Focusing on the sufficiency of Scripture to meet all of life’s challenges, our Certified Biblical Counselor is available to assist members of the First Church family as needed. Meetings are totally confidential. Contact Ruth Ann Bruce at (239) 992-3233 X293 to schedule an appointment.