Discover Christ through Worship.
Corporate Worship
Three things are immediately obvious in the sanctuary: the organ, the pulpit and the table.
In the Presbyterian tradition the sight of an organ is a call to prayer. Prayer is a chief part of the Christian life and congregational song is a part of our prayer for and with one another. The pulpit is the highest point in the sanctuary for the simple fact that all Christians sit under the authority of the word. At the front of the sanctuary are a table and a baptismal font. The sacrament of Baptism begins the Christian life and we are nourished by the sacrament of the Lord’s Supper for our life of faith.
Personal Worship
Three things are immediately obvious in the sanctuary: the organ, the pulpit and the table.
The central elements of personal worship are scripture and prayer. In attending to scripture daily it is important to read the Bible. Some memorize passages, others mediate on the Word and its daily application. Here are some helpful links:
This is an annual reading plan
This is a three year plan
Here is a daily lectionary
Daily Devotional
Prayer is the way which our relationship with God is nourished.
Jesus taught His disciples to pray by praying and His example is unparalleled. Here are some resources that might be helpful in your daily devotions:
Daily page from the Banner of Truth's Valley of Vision
Daily page from Ligonier
Daily page from the Mission Year Book
Singing psalms, hymns and spiritual songs
Christian music is one of the key ways we express the thankfulness of our hearts to God.
At First Church our congregational praise is led by a beautifully restored and maintained Muller Organ. Our organist, Steve Snyder, is known for his skill and talents as an organist.
There is a congregational choir that meets Wednesday evenings for practice. The choir is always looking for eager singers with a desire to praise the Lord.
As a congregation we sing a great deal. In the Reformed tradition, congregational song is understood as a part of corporate prayer. Singing is one of the ways we offer our lives as a living sacrifice to the Lord.
The grace of the Lord Jesus Christ and the love of God and the fellowship of the Holy Spirit be with you all.
2 Cor 13:14
Worship
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220 South Queen Street
Martinsburg, WV 25401
Learn
In Bible study we grow in the nurture and admonition of the Lord. Join an existing Bible study or form a new one!
Our Pastor
Pastor Rufus Burton is well known for his easy smile, infectious laughter and his biblical preaching and teaching.
Fellowship
Join us Sunday's at 10:30am in the church hall and every third Wednesday at 5:30pm for a Church Night Supper.