Welcome! We Can't Wait to Meet You
Here at First Presbyterian Church of Lynchburg, we aspire to be a church that worships, loves, serves, and grows as a community! We hope that you will join us one weekend as we gather to worship God and grow together! We understand that visiting somewhere new can be scary, so we want to share a bit about what you can expect. Our hope is that from the moment you walk through our doors you feel the love of Christ and receive a warm welcome!
WORSHIP
Join us on Sundays for Worship!
10:45 am in the Sanctuary
Worship is at the very heart of the church’s life;
all that the church is and does is rooted in its worship!
EDUCATION
Education opportunities abound for people of all ages and stages to learn and grow in their faith here at FPCLY! Click the button below to see the schedule and upcoming education opportunities!
Summer Worship
Every Sunday
10:45 am in the Sanctuary
Worship is at the very heart of the church’s life. All that the church is and does is rooted in its worship
EDUCATION
Education opportunities abound for people of all ages and stages to learn and grow in their faith here at FPCLY! Click the button below to see the schedule and upcoming class opportunities!
Have questions before your visit?
Whether you have been Presbyterian your whole life or are still a bit unsure about the reformed church; whether you attend church every week or it has been a few years; whether you feel your faith in God is strong or you have some questions; we welcome YOU to worship! The call and opportunity to bring God praise, honor, and glory is open to all!
We invite you to come as you are able; you will find many people like to dress in their Sunday best while others wear a little more relaxed attire. The choice is yours.
We also offer virtual opportunities to worship via livestream and the radio if you would like to take a look at a past service or listen to a sermon on demand! The radio broadcast is on a one week delay: Sundays at 10:45am on 105.9 FM WLNI.
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- Nursery care is available for all infants and toddlers ages 3 and under during Sunday worship, educational opportunities, and many special events. Our new nursery is a wonderful and welcoming space located between the library and the chapel; feel free to ask an usher or greeter for directions! Across the hall from the nursery we also have a beautifully-designed Mother's Room with cozy chairs and privacy for nursing, etc.
- Worship Workshop invites children ages 4 through 2nd grade are to learn about worship: what it is, why we worship, and stories behind special Sundays in the church year like Baptism Sundays. We help build the foundation of their own faith community in our Worship Workshop class following the Children's Moment. Kids are brought back to the Narthex lobby after worship to connect with their families! Please note: Worship Workshop will pause for July and August, 2025.
- We have also created worship carts that are full of Biblically-oriented activities and fidget toys for children to explore in their seats during worship. Worship carts are located in the narthex; an usher will be happy to assist you in finding them!
Accessibility at FPCLY
All are welcome at FPCLY; in every stage of life and level of ability. We hope our building and resources reflect that value!
If you or a loved one would benefit from something we don't currently offer, please reach out and let us know (
- We offer Large Print hymnals and Large Print bulletins, on a table in the Narthex
- We also have hearing devices that work with our sound system available in the Narthex - ask an Usher to help you get set up
- Our Main Entrance and Sanctuary are located on one level for easy maneuvering of wheelchairs or walkers. We also have an outside ramp that goes directly into the Sanctuary to the left of the Main Entrance
- We have an elevator with access to each floor for any who need it
- Inside the Sanctuary, the side and middle aisles are wide enough to accommodate a wheelchair or walker. There are also spaces beside some of the pews for wheelchair users to sit with the congregation. Please let an usher know if you need assistance!
Find What You Need at FPC
Main Front Entrance
Sanctuary & Chapel
Staff Offices
Library
Nursery
Adult Classrooms - Bible Studies
Access to 2nd Floor (Children's Classrooms, Choir)
Fellowship Hall Entrance
Fellowship Hall
Kitchen
Middle School Youth Room
Scout Room
Weekday School Classrooms
Weekday School Entrance
Weekday School Office
Weekday School Classrooms
WHERE DO I GO?
Parking spaces are located in the front and back of the building. We have handicapped spaces in the front circle (close to the church entrance) and in the front parking lot for easier access to the Sanctuary. We also have an elevator with access to each floor for those who need it.
1215 VES Road, Lynchburg, VA 24503
Interested in becoming a member?
Membership, a commitment to invest and participate, here at FPCLY is available to all. We are not an exclusive club. This is God’s church and God makes room for all His people here. Whether you have visited once or have been with us off and on for six months, we would welcome the opportunity to talk with you more about joining FPCLY. Please contact Peter Thompson (Pastor) at
