Sundays at 9:30 AM
Current Teaching:
10/4 – 1 Peter 1:10-12 “Angelic Interests”
10/11 – 1 Peter 1:13-21 “All the Holiness”
1 Peter – God’s Good Taste
Peter had the joy and challege of being a companion of Jesus for three years of his ministry. Chosen as one of the twelve, Peter was loved and corrected by the Son of God because he was commissioned as a messenger of the Good News. Despite having the primary responsbility of reaching the children of Israel, he was also the one sent to the Roman Cornelious and here, in his letter known as 1 Peter, is instructing and encouraging the mostly pagan converts in Asia Minor. In it, he ensures the hearers understand the basics of their salvation and the joyful obligations that come with it: to become like God both as individuals and as local churches. Why? Because God is delicious! His character, his law, his promises; they are all a delight and just like we crave our favorite foods, we should also crave consuming all that God shares with us of himself. Join us as we delve into God’s good taste by studing this life-giving book.
First may not be fancy, but you’ll find us a great place to grow. We’re about getting back to basics: The Bible, genuine friendships, and doing good in the world. Our building is pretty old school and we’re not high production. We try to do things well, but value participation over perfection. We have programs for all age groups and a variety of special events throughout the year.
Whether you’re looking for a permanent church home or just need a temporary place to seek God and reset, you’re welcome here.
We are looking for a Student Ministries Intern
Are you called to ministry or interested in getting a taste of vocational service in a local church? Do you love Jesus, students, and coming up with random goofy games? If so, you might be a fit for our next Student Ministries Intern. This position is part-time paid with a possible free housing benefit. Perfect for a college student or twenty-something in the Portage/Kalamazoo area. Go here for more info or contact Kyle at kyle@frcportage.org for more details or to apply.
You are loved.
Maybe you haven’t heard that in awhile. Maybe you’re lucky and hear it every day. Regardless, know that God loves you. You are made in his image and you have wonderful attributes and qualities. But even when you’re not loveable, when you’re sinful and make mistakes and aren’t who you want to be…God loves you. In Jesus, you are forgiven. Repent and run to him. And then come to church to celebrate how much he loves you with a bunch of other loved sinners.