Mission Statement
First & Central Presbyterian Church is a diverse, accepting, and open-minded Christian community making a difference to one another and in the city. We are Presbyterian, but ecumenical, taking people as they are; celebrating the leadership of all (women, men, and our young people); embracing people of all lifestyles; and growing to meet the challenges of our urban community.

The Mission of First & Central Presbyterian Church is to proclaim the Word of God and the Gospel of Jesus Christ by:

...Ministering enthusiastically and compassionately to individual, congregational, and community needs;
...Encouraging spiritual, ecumenical, and intellectual growth;
...Being responsible stewards in our Church, community, and the world.

Presbyterians are part of the Protestant (Reformed) branch of the Christian church. We maintain ties with other PC(USA) churches according to our Book of Confessions (theology) and our Book of Order (polity). Yes, we’re very organized! Our knowledge of God and God’s purpose for humanity comes from the Bible, particularly what is revealed in the New Testament through the life of Jesus Christ. It is everyone's job–ministers and lay people alike–to share this Good News with the world. F&C is more than a welcoming congregation. We strongly believe that service to the church through membership and ordination is open to all, regardless of gender, race, age, marital status, or sexual orientation.