We are First
Presbyterian church of Ionia

No matter who you are or what your life situation,
You are welcome…Really!!

Welcome

What to Expect

We gather for worship on Sundays at 10 AM. The services are usually about an hour long and we welcome visitors.
We observe the sacrament of Communion on the first Sunday of each calendar month, as well as on other special occasions, throughout the year.

All are welcome

First Presbyterian Church is a congregation of ordinary people grateful to God for the extraordinary love he has shown to us in Jesus Christ. We are a friendly and hospitable bunch, so don’t be surprised if one or more of us invites you to stay during the coffee hour after the service!

If you do not have a church home in the Ionia area, we encourage you to visit us and see if you’d like to make our church your own.

Read more about First Presbyterian Church of Ionia here…

This church relies on donations to provide spiritual care and material support to our members and friends, in addition to people in the wider Ionia community. Now more than ever, please consider giving generously to support our ministry and mission. Thank you for your support.

Visitors

We want you to feel comfortable. Learn about our accessibility and what to expect.

Worship

All are welcome to participate in our worship and communion services. Learn more about our worship and read sermons here.

Activities

All are welcome to join our groups and activities.  View our calendar and upcoming events.

All are welcome

There is Always Something Going On.

By his Spirit God has formed us into genuine community, where we learn to speak as well as listen, to give as well as receive. By Word and sacrament, the means of grace, God builds up our community and empowers us to be a witness to his kindness and compassion in the world.

Volunteering

Our members provide service to the community in a variety of ways. How can you get involved?

Small Groups

Presbyterians on the Go, Quilters, prayer shawl groups, book clubs and more meet weekly. Please join us.

Music

Come and enjoy our handbell choir and children’s choir. We welcome new members.

Local Events

We are in the community offering a helping hand, holding group events and holding fundraisers. See where we are today.

1st Presbyterian Church Ionia - Dr. Chris Dorn
Born in Albion, Michigan, Pastor Chris holds a B.A. from Calvin University in Grand Rapids, an M.Div. from Western Theological Seminary in Holland, and a Ph.D. from Marquette University in Milwaukee. He has taught at Marquette University and Western Theological Seminary, and served on the Commission on Christian Unity with the Reformed Church in America. Later he was invited to serve at the World Communion of Reformed Churches in Geneva, Switzerland.He now divides his time between Holland, where he serves as chair of Christians Uniting in Song and Prayer, an ecumenical fellowship of Protestants and Catholics that exists to promote Christian unity through public hymn singing and prayer, and Ionia, where he serves as pastor of First Presbyterian Church.

Rev. Dr. Chris Dorn

Meet the Pastor

Meet the Pastor

Rev. Dr. Chris Dorn

1st Presbyterian Church Ionia - Dr. Chris Dorn

Born in Albion, Michigan, Pastor Chris holds a B.A. from Calvin University in Grand Rapids, an M.Div. from Western Theological Seminary in Holland, and a Ph.D. from Marquette University in Milwaukee. He has taught at Marquette University and Western Theological Seminary, and served on the Commission on Christian Unity with the Reformed Church in America. Later he was invited to serve at the World Communion of Reformed Churches in Geneva, Switzerland. He now divides his time between Holland, where he serves as chair of Christians Uniting in Song and Prayer, an ecumenical fellowship of Protestants and Catholics that exists to promote Christian unity through public hymn singing and prayer, and Ionia, where he serves as pastor of First Presbyterian Church.

Activities

Monthly Calendar

Monthly Calendar

There is always something going on at First Presbyterian Church of Ionia.  Click on the date to see more information.

Due to the current social distancing ordinance, all events and activities have been postponed until further notice.  
Until we can all gather again, may God keep you safe, healthy and happy.  

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Join Us For Our Next Event

Fill a Pew for IM Kids 3rd Meal

When: March 15, 2020 all-day
Where: 1st Presbyterian Church Ionia, 125 E. Main Street, Ionia, MI 48846

Help First Presbyterian Church fill a pew for IM Kids 3rd Meal.  Bring your donation on Sunday March 15th and March 22nd. Items needed:  Jelly, Sandwich

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Monthly

Newsletters

March 2024

We are at the midpoint of our Lenten Journey together.
…Find out more. Join us Sunday morning @ 10 am.

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February 2024

The word Lent comes from Middle English and German words for springtime.
…Find out more. Join us Sunday morning @ 10 am.

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