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  What my family found here almost ten years ago holds true for today: this is a congregation who is comfortable asking hard questions, who believes in God, and they continually ask themselves what it means for the church to follow Jesus. The people here are honest about who they are -- it is ok to be transparent here about your shortcomings. Bonus: this is not a "dry clean only" crowd. Feel free to dress comfortably.

  Added May 21, 2017 by Dawn Carsey
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  I first started coming to First Pres in 2012 and joined in 2013. It has been a wonderful faith home. I love how involved and invested the First Pres family is in the future of downtown Durham. The church is passionate about social justice and standing with those on the margins. I'm a member of the young adults group which does a weekly Sunday school, monthly potlucks, and other fellowship and volunteer activities. All great people! And great companions as we learn, grow, and live in Christ.

  Added February 26, 2017 by Carlo Diy
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  This is a wedding review - I knew that I wanted to be married in a church, and I spent weeks trying to find one that didn't have ridiculous restrictions and rules. It was a very disappointing process. My own church was meeting in a high school, so that wasn't really an option. For most churches, if they don't have the rule that you have to be a member, they have rules about using their pastors, no photography at all, music restrictions, program restrictions, ridiculous pricing, etc. FINALLY, I found First Presbyterian Church in Durham, NC. This building is absolutely amazing - one of the most beautiful interiors I have ever seen. To make things more awesome, it didn't cost a ridiculous amount of money, and Alissa Miles is their designated wedding coordinator. She loves her job and is AMAZING at it. They did give me a somewhat intimidating rulebook at first, but once I actually talked with Alissa, I realized that they were extremely laid back and really wanted my day to be what I had envisioned. None of their rules got in my way at all. Alissa was there for the rehearsal, and she was there to direct everyone on the day of. There is also a sound coordinator, and he was on top of every detail - microphones, the mp3 for the recessional (which was a secular song - most churches wouldn't have allowed it), and anything else sound-related. I LOVED LOVED LOVED being married in this church. I recommend it to anyone looking for a ceremony venue in the Triangle. So wonderful!!

  Added February 23, 2017 by Kelsey Nelson
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  Full disclosure - I've been a member at First Pres for many years. At first glance, there are many things to like about it - its history, its downtown location, the interesting and thought-provoking programs, the gorgeous sanctuary (with sound so good it doubles as a music venue) and more. But the real beauty of this church is that everyone is welcome there - and I mean everyone. The only requirement (as I've experienced) is that you be open-minded and welcoming to others as well. It's definitely worth a look.

  Added February 19, 2017 by Walt Barron
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  Landed in Durham in 1988 with my new spouse in our mid-20s and visited several churches. FPC warmly welcomed us from the very first day. Decades of the ups and downs of life later we still love this church, which has supported us in so many ways. And on Sundays: great music, great sermons, and great food at monthly lunches after worship. We have been challenged in our faith and in how we live out our daily lives. Our four kids have made life-long friendships--with their peers and with adults in the church. We hope we can be as welcoming to visitors and new members as those folks in 1988 were to us.

  Added October 12, 2016 by Christyn Klinck