Romans 13:11-14 11 Besides this, you know what time it is, how it is now the moment for you to wake from sleep. For salvation is nearer to us now than when we became believers; 12 the night is far gone, the day is near. Let us then lay aside the works of darkness and put on… Read more »
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Advent Devotional: Psalm 122
Psalm 122 1 I rejoiced with those who said to me, “Let us go to the house of the Lord.” 2 Our feet are standing in your gates, Jerusalem. 3 Jerusalem is built like a city that is closely compacted together. 4 That is where the tribes go up—the tribes of the Lord—to praise the… Read more »
Advent Devotional: Isaiah 2:1-5
Isaiah 2: 1-5 The word that Isaiah son of Amoz saw concerning Judah and Jerusalem.2 In days to come the mountain of the Lord’s house shall be established as the highest of the mountains, and shall be raised above the hills; all the nations shall stream to it. 3Many peoples shall come and say, “Come, let… Read more »
The Chrismon Tree
FUPC’s festive Christmas decorations include a giant tree covered with white and gold ornaments called “Chrismons” — Christ’s monograms. Chrismons were first developed in 1957 by Frances Spencer and the women of the Ascension Lutheran Church in Danville, VA. Many churches today display a Chrismon tree during the Advent and Christmas season. FUPC has had a… Read more »
Welcome to FUPC Fayetteville!
This video from the Communications ministry team shows some of the many people and activities you’ll find at FUPC. The music is from Isaac Thomas, our Music Minister, and the photographs were shared by members of the congregation. Thank you to all the people who helped with this project!
2023 Advent Devotion Project
FUPC is sharing our second annual Advent Devotional Booklet created by the church family. The devotions have been written by the church family and Leigh Woodruff has created the cover art which you see on this page. We began publishing these devotions each day starting Sunday, December 3, 2023, the first Sunday of… Read more »
Removing Invasive Species at FUPC
Invasive species are a problem. They move into an ecosystem and take over the niches that would otherwise be occupied by native species. Often they are aggressive plants or animals that have negative effects in their new homes. One of the examples of this here in Northwest Arkansas is the bush honeysuckle. It crowds out… Read more »
Fall Festival 2023
The annual Fall Festival is a special way for the church family and First School families to get together for outdoor fun in the beautiful Ozark fall weather. For 2023, we’re gathering from 2:00 to 4:00 p.m. on October 7th. Enjoy the beautiful FUPC campus and activities like the giant inflatable climbing slide and bounce… Read more »
Circles NWA at FUPC
At First United Presbyterian Church in Fayetteville, we support many community outreach efforts. One is Circles NWA, a program built on a national model designed to support individuals and families in moving out of poverty. Elizabeth Houle, a Circles ally, brought us this report. At Circles NWA, the pursuit of positive change and community empowerment… Read more »
Welcome, Xiao Yang!
FUPC warmly welcomes Xiao Yang, who will join us as choir accompanist. Xiao holds a Master of Music in vocal coaching and accompanying from the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, a Master of Music in piano performance from the University of Arkansas, a Graduate Certificate in piano performance from the University of Central Arkansas, and… Read more »