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Come as you are. There’s a place for you here.
Every Sunday
Visiting a church for the first time can feel a little intimidating. Where do I go? What should I wear? Where should I sit? Will someone make me introduce myself?
At First Fellowship Church, we want your first Sunday to feel less like visiting a new place and more like being welcomed into the family.
Join us this Sunday at 11:00 AM for worship, or come a little earlier for Sunday School at 10:00 AM.
“Accept one another, then, just as Christ accepted you, in order to bring praise to God.”
Our invitation
At New Bethlehem First Fellowship Church, we believe church should be a place where everyone feels welcome. Whether you’ve attended church your whole life, haven’t been in years, or are simply curious about what we’re all about, there’s a place for you here.
We don’t expect you to have all the answers, dress a certain way, or be anyone other than yourself. We’re a community of people growing together in faith, friendship, and service, and we’d love for you to join us.
There’s a lot here, so you don’t have to read it all. Tap any topic to go straight to it.
Sunday morning
If we had to describe First Fellowship Church in one word, it might be family.
Before worship begins, you’ll hear conversations throughout the church as people catch up with one another. You’ll probably be greeted at the door and handed a bulletin. And if someone notices a face they haven’t seen before, don’t be surprised if they come over and introduce themselves.
There is no formal visitors’ station, no expectation that you introduce yourself during worship, and no pressure to have everything figured out before you walk through the door.
Just come in and join us.
From 10:00 AM
Sunday School is available for all ages, including adults.
And don’t let the word “school” fool you. It is much more like an informal group discussion, a chance to explore our faith together, ask questions, talk, and enjoy some fellowship before worship.
Groups are generally separated by age.
Our basement also has a self-serve coffee bar with a Keurig and Nespresso, and it’s completely free.
Grab something to drink, find your Sunday School group, or just spend some time getting to know people before the service.
At 11:00 AM
Our worship service begins at 11:00 AM and typically lasts about an hour.
Before worship, our organist plays a prelude. When you hear the organ chimes, you’ll know the service is about to begin.
A typical service includes:
Our worship is traditional, with hymns accompanied by piano and our pipe organ.
From September through May, our Sanctuary Choir regularly provides special music. During the summer months, you’ll often hear special music shared by members of our congregation.
Never been to a traditional service? You don’t need to know the hymns or when to stand. Just follow along. Everyone here was new once.
Preaching
At First Fellowship Church, we are blessed to hear from several speakers and guest preachers throughout the year, so each Sunday brings a slightly different perspective and style.
The voices may change, but Scripture remains at the center of our worship.
Meet our speakersCommon questions
Whatever you’re wondering, you don’t need to have it all figured out before you come. Tap a question to see the answer.
You’ll see plenty of people dressed somewhat traditionally for Sunday worship, but you do not need to dress up to worship with us.
Come in a suit. Come in jeans. Come however you are.
We are much more interested in having you here than in what you’re wearing.
Like most church families, some of us have a favorite spot where we’ve been sitting for years.
But the seats aren’t assigned.
If you happen to sit in someone’s usual seat, don’t worry. They’ll move, and they’ll probably be glad to see somebody new sitting there.
Our parking lot is behind the church. From there, you can enter through the basement entrance and make your way upstairs to the sanctuary.
Street parking is available along Penn Street, where you can enter through the front of the church.
If parking around the church is full, the New Bethlehem municipal parking lot is just down the street and is free to use.
From there, walk up Lafayette Street and enter through either the basement entrance or the Penn Street entrance.
During worship, we do pass an offering plate. Giving is an important part of the life and ministry of our church, and we deeply appreciate everyone who supports that work.
But visitors are never expected to give.
You are our guest. Simply pass the plate along and enjoy worship with us.
If you would ever like to support the church, you can learn more about giving online.
Learn About GivingAt First Fellowship Church, we believe in an open table.
You do not have to be a member of First Fellowship Church to participate. All who wish to come to the table are welcome.
During the week
Your connection to First Fellowship Church does not have to end when Sunday worship is over.
The Church Center app is one of the easiest ways to stay connected with what is happening at First Fellowship Church.
Through the app, you can:
Get the Church Center AppCan’t make it to the sanctuary one Sunday?
Our worship services are livestreamed and recorded, so you can worship with us from home or catch up on a service you missed.
We would always love to have you join us in person, but wherever you are, there is still a way to be part of worship at First Fellowship Church.
Watch OnlineOur website also makes it easy to stay connected throughout the week.
You can submit a prayer request, learn more about church activities, watch past worship services, and give online at any time.
Giving is always appreciated, but never required. If you would like to support the ministries of First Fellowship Church, you can learn more on our giving page.
After worship
On the second Sunday of every month, the family feeling continues after worship with our monthly fellowship dinner in the church basement.
You’re invited to stay and eat with us.
Some people bring a covered dish to share, but you absolutely do not have to bring anything.
There is always plenty of food.
And usually plenty of conversation too.
Fellowship
You might walk through the doors for the first time not knowing a single person.
That probably won’t last very long.
First Fellowship Church is made up of people of different ages, backgrounds, experiences, and places in their journey of faith. What brings us together is a desire to worship God, grow in faith, care for one another, and serve our community.
We’d love for you to become part of that fellowship.
Christ welcomed us just as we are. That’s why there’s room for you here, too.
You never have to tell us you’re coming. But if you’d like, send us a quick note and we’ll keep an eye out for you on Sunday, so a friendly face can say hello and help you find your way.
Thank you! We’re so glad you’re coming. We’ll keep an eye out for you, and someone may reach out before Sunday to say hello.
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