Service of Thanksgiving

Sunday, January 21, will mark 42 years to the day since the First Presbyterian Church of Gulfport dedicated its current sanctuary building to the work of the Lord in 1965. And over these last 42 years, the Lord certainly has blessed our church and used many to bring glory to His name.

Hurricane Katrina destroyed our sanctuary and facility (the initial estimate was $4 million to rebuild and, since that time, building costs have nearly doubled!), but it didn't put an end to the ministry of the church. First Presbyterian Church, by God's grace, has remained dedicated to the work of the Lord and, God willing, will continue to for at least the next 42 years.

For all of these reasons, we will be holding a service of remembrance for the past 42 years and of thanksgiving for the next 42. The service will be held on January 21, at 3 pm, in the courtyard of the downtown church facility. Many guests are being invited to join us as we look back and look ahead and praise the Lord together. Please mark the date on your calendar and stand with us in giving thanks to our great God and Savior! And soli Deo gloria!