Welcome to First Presybterian Church of Deerfield

Love Grows Here

Gather in person, online, in service, in friendship

Welcome

You belong

with us

First Presbyterian Church nurtures the kind of place where people experience a vibrant faith community that actively lives wholeness and grace.

in Mission

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.

In Hope

God is moving, and we follow forward by worshipping, welcoming, celebrating, connecting, and ministering.

Our

Sundays in worship

Let the children come. FPCD is known in our community as the place where kids and youth like to come. We are also the spiritual home of adults in all stages and circumstances. We are not just the church of the future but the church of the present. In worship, we encounter the living God and become friends with each other.

Sunday Service starts at 9:30 a.m.

A church where love grows

Belonging

We are an intergenerational community committed to passing on our faith to the next generation. Our community is open and affirming to all.

engaging

FPCD is open to people anywhere on their faith journey. We believe in engaging the tough questions of faith and living faithful actions.

connecting

There are multiple ways for you to connect with people and form lasting friendships at FPCD, from groups to volunteer opportunities.

Serving

FPCD is a hands-and-feet church with opportunities every month to serve the local community.

Upcoming Events

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  • GO FUND ME campaign

    Save The Bell!

    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.

    Save The Bell!
  • Sunday, May 18 @ 9:30 a.m.

    Music Appreciation Sunday

    Once a year the choir and other musicians get to “take over the worship service” to lead us in song, in praise and in celebration of God’s gift of music. We appreciate those whose gift it is to make melody, and we give thanks for the folks who lend their gifts to giving God praise!

    Music Appreciation Sunday
  • Sunday, May 25 @ 9:30 a.m.

    Memorial Day Weekend

    The Clerk of the Presbytery of Chicago, The Rev. Kenneth Hockenberry, will lead worship this Memorial Day Weekend. A graduate of Princeton Theological Seminary and a tenured pastor, Ken brings a deep knowledge of scripture and a kind heart to the joy of worship.

    Memorial Day Weekend
  • June 29 @ 9:30 a.m.

    Thom Cunningham Mission Fund and Fare-Thee-Well

    In a few weeks, we’ll bid a fond farewell to our friend and the Director of Faith Formation and Mission, Thom Cunningham. As Thom transitions into his new leadership role as the Executive Director of Association of Partners in Christian Education (APCE), we think about the lasting legacy he has given us. To continue Thom’s legacy of love and to honor his departure, FPCD is establishing “The Thom Cunningham Mission Fund.” This fund will provide ongoing support for major missions Thom helped to grow into lasting partnerships, Yucatan Presbyterian Ministries in Mexico and Atebubu Ministries in Ghana, in addition to future mission and Christian education undertakings. See full article on the "Events" page.

    Thom Cunningham Mission Fund and Fare-Thee-Well

We serve our community by giving to and volunteering with local nonprofits