First Presbyterian Church nurtures the kind of place where people experience a vibrant faith community that actively lives wholeness and grace.
First Presbyterian Church of Deerfield is a welcoming, Christ-centered congregation committed in faith and love to embracing, nurturing, and equipping all to serve God.
God is moving, and we follow forward by worshipping, welcoming, celebrating, connecting, and ministering.
We are an intergenerational community committed to passing on our faith to the next generation. Our community is open and affirming to all.
FPCD is open to people anywhere on their faith journey. We believe in engaging the tough questions of faith and living faithful actions.
There are multiple ways for you to connect with people and form lasting friendships at FPCD, from groups to volunteer opportunities.
FPCD is a hands-and-feet church with opportunities every month to serve the local community.
Lenten Sermon Series in Worship: Don’t you wonder what Jesus wondered? Let the Savior look inside your heart and turn up the curious wonder in you. Let us live toward the questions and find Christ’s way, Christ’s truth, Christ’s life.
March 9: “If you just love those who love you, where’s the win in that?”
March 16: “If you’ve lost your ‘saltiness,’ how do you get it back?”
March 23: “Who of you can worry enough to add a cubit to your life?”
April 6: “Why do you doubt?”
April 13: “To what shall I compare this generation…?”
The Great Sanctuary will be open for prayer from 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. commemorating the hours that Jesus hung upon the cross until he breathed his last. His arms outstretched, he lifted the world to God’s love in God’s love. On this day we remember, we stand at the foot of the cross and also pray for our world. Please come to pray and wonder. A brief service of readings and prayer will commence at noon. All are welcome.
Outdoor Sunrise Service in the Courtyard Garth at 6:30 a.m. Quiet and peaceful with the prelude of singing birds, we will make our way to the celebration of Christ's resurrection and our hope! Worship Celebration Service in the Great Sanctuary at 9:30 a.m. Brass voluntary begins early as the light of the Risen Lord dawns again upon the world. Worship rises on Hallelujahs and we find again that Christ the Lord is Risen indeed!
Join us for a special coffee fellowship after the Easter morning service when we’ll serve warm hot cross buns to celebrate this glorious day. The tradition of serving hot cross buns for Easter stretches back to the 12th Century. But the best part is that they are delicious! Stop by the cloister and enjoy one.
Step into a world where time-honored tradition meets the vibrancy of the stage with “Music for the Hour.” This exquisite concert draws upon the profound legacy of classical music featuring masterpieces by the illustrious Chopin, the dramatic Donizetti, and the waltz king, Strauss. With a harmonious blend of classical symphonies, the whimsicality of operetta, and the storytelling prowess of musical theater, this performance is a celebration of the arts that knows no bounds. Revel in the highlights from operatic treasures like Die Fledermaus, Lucia Di Lammermoor and La Cenerentola, as they come alive in a symphonic gathering perfect for connoisseurs and new listeners alike. Join us for “Music for the Hour” and be part of a musical soirée that will echo through the annals of time.
Spread the word! We need your help to save the bell. FPCD will celebrate its 150th anniversary in 2026. Our hope is that the bell will safely ring in its home for the mementous dedication. Click the link below to read the full story.