First Presbyterian Church in Manitowoc is a Family of Believers... Glorifying God, Serving our Community, Educating for Faith and Life, Caring for One Another, and Reaching Out In Christ's Name.

I am glad you found the online home of First Presbyterian Church in Manitowoc. Our congregation has been serving Manitowoc for over 150 years and we have no plans of stopping! We believe that Jesus has called all people into a personal relationship that is supported, strengthened, and lived-out through a community of faith. Explore our website - learn more about us and find out how you can get involved - and then come and meet us in person.   -Pastor Matt

Welcome to First Presbyterian Church in Manitowoc! We're a Family of Believers - folks of all ages, races, and backgrounds who are discovering what it means to follow Jesus in the 21st century. Come journey with us!

Happy New Year Wishing a happy and blessed 2012 to you and your family.
We Love Children, Youth, and Families! These resources offer helpful information for children, youth, and families. General Brochure for Children, Youth, and Families LifePath Sunday School Program for All Ages Children and Baptism Children and Communion Families in Worship Children and Prayer These files are in PDF format. You may need to download Adobe's free Adober Reader if it is not already installed on your computer.
Prayer Requests Click here if you have a need you would like prayed for.
The Messenger View the latest issues of our church newsletter. February 2012 December 2011/January 2012 November 2011 October 2011 September 2011 June/July/August 2011 May 2011 April 2011 March 2011 February 2011 December 2010/January 2011 November 2010 October 2010 September 2010 August 2010 June/July 2010 May 2010 April 2010 March 2010 February 2010 December 2009/January 2010 These files are in PDF format. You may need to download Adobe's free Adober Reader if it is not already installed on your computer.

Weekly Opportunities

Sundays
9:30 AM - Traditional Worship
10:00 AM - LifePath Sunday School
10:30 AM - Fellowship
11:00 AM - PRAXIS worship

Mondays
12:00 PM - Bible Study

Tuesdays
11:00 AM - Prayer Group

Wednesdays
5:00-6:30 PM - Community Dinner
6:00-7:00 PM - BeTween Youth Group (grades 5-8)
6:00-8:00 PM - Confirmation Class

View Calendar for more events

View our Weekly Messenger for the latest news every week!
Week beginning February 5
Week beginning January 29
Week beginning January 22
Week beginning January 15

These files are in PDF format. You may need to download Adobe's free Adober Reader if it is not already installed on your computer.

Celebrating the
Milestones of Faith

The following resources offer helpful information when you prepare for those milestones on the journey of faith and life.

Planning a Wedding
Planning a Funeral
Planning a Baptism

Community Facility Use

Our facilities, including a variety of meeting rooms, gathering spaces, and industrial kitchen, are available for community use for a nominal fee (or free, in some cases).
For more information, please view the following documents, or contact the church office.

Building Use/Renting Facilities

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Monday through Thursday
8:00 AM - 12:00 PM
1:00 PM - 4:00 PM

Church Leadership

Session (governing board)
Pastor: The Rev Dr Matthew L Sauer
Clerk: Théo Lynne Hoffman
Elders: Gloria Creagh, Winnie Drape, Théo Lynne Hoffman, Mary Huckins, Don Lewellen, Diane Moon, Rob Peaslee, Dawn Schroeder, Lyn Leary Stark, Judie Stuntz, Amy Swanson, Gudrun Wetak, and Merritt Wilcox.

Board of Deacons
Moderator: Ruth Westberg
Deacons: Jane Abbott, Jennifer Balma, Rudy Baumann, Mary Fordney, Michele Hemme, Anne, Howard, Bob Lehman, Lois Lehman, Faith Morgan, Kristin Schroeder, Julie Schreiter, Sue Sieracki, Tina Sieracki, Judy Sobush, JoAnn Weinert, and Ruth Westberg.

Music Ministry
Chancel Choir: Ann Herrmann
Handbell Choir: Ann Gold
Organists: Ann Gold and Peter Klein
Praxis Praise Band Contacts: Tim Maatman & Phyllis Schippers

Education Ministry
Christian Education: Brittany Schoeder
Nursery Supervisor: Laurel Hooper

Support Ministry
Church Secretary: Cathy Wallander
Housekeeper: Connie Sauer