Who are we at First Presbyterian of Ashland?
We are a very diverse community of people called together to "love kindness, do justice and walk humbly with our God." At First Church, you will meet people from all walks of life: college students, professional folk, homeless persons, artists, musicians, young families, octogenarians, children, singles, married, to name a few - and at all stages on the spiritual path.
Our Mission Statement
We are a faith community, centered in Christ, doing justice, loving kindness and walking humbly with God.
Our Vision Statement
- Open Minds: We develop programs and practices that encourage spiritual growth and explore our relationships within the body of Christ.
- Open Hands: We believe in the biblical call to serve. We put our faith into action and commit our time and gifts to promote social justice, peacemaking, and stewardship of God's creation. Open Hearts: We honor the value and dignity of each person.
- Open Table: We are an inclusive, open and affirming community. We welcome all people.
Community contributions: We have winter shelter on Monday nights from November-April. We help several people every month with food, bus tokens, monthly utility bills. We see ourselves as an important part of the Ashland community. Many of our members serve on community boards and work in service clubs.