Join us for What Sweeter Music Christmas Cantata written by John Leavitt and performed by the First Mesa Chancel Choir under the direction of Gavin Rittenhouse, the First Kids Choir, community orchestra and congregation. Worship Service will also include the hymns O Come, All Ye Faithful , and Joy to the World . First Kids Choir have been preparing and will sing Away in a Manger and Go Tell it on the Mountain . As we mark the Fourth Sunday of Advent, may these musical offer

What Do You Fear? Even In Our Fear, We Are Called Forward December 7th marks the third Sunday of Advent , a season of hope, waiting, and divine interruption. Our Advent theme, “What Do You Fear?" reminds us that even in times of uncertainty or darkness, God’s light still dawns. Rev. Dr. Sam Parkes' sermon, " Even In Our Fear, We Are Called Forward? " will focus on Luke 1:26-39. The Adult Handbell Choir will perform Carol of the Bells for our prelude and our Anthem, Advent

What Do You Fear? When We're Running Out of Hope, God is at Work December 7th marks the second Sunday of Advent , a season of hope, waiting, and divine interruption. Our Advent theme, “What do you fear?" reminds us that even in times of uncertainty or darkness, God’s light still dawns. Rev. Dr. Sam Parkes' sermon, " Do You See What I See? " will focus on the scriptures Isaiah 43:19-21 and Matthew 11:1-11. Today’s music invites us to listen for God’s nearness through melodie

What Do You Fear Series November 30th marks the first Sunday of Advent , a season of hope, waiting, and divine interruption. Our Advent theme, “What do you fear? In the time of Herod, we long for God to break in,” reminds us that even in times of uncertainty or darkness, God’s light still dawns. Rev. Dr. Sam Parkes' sermon, " In the Time of Herod, We Long for God to Break In " will focus on Lementations 3:55-57 and Luke 1:5-13. The prelude, “How Brightly Shines the Morning S

Let Us Build A House: Foundation, Framework & Family Series This Sunday, is the wrap up of the Let Us Build A House series with a message from Dr. Sam Parkes focusing on Ezekiel 34:1-2a, 4, 15-16a and Matthew 5:14-16. Our worship will include the following hymns: Come, Thou Fount of Every Blessing, Seek Ye First and We Are the Church. Our anthem this week, sung by the Chancel Choir, is I Will Give You Rest, arranged by Larry Shackley . Come join us at 9:00 a.m. as we Worship

Let Us Build A House: Foundation, Framework & Family This Sunday, we will continue with the Let Us Build A House series with a message from Dr. Sam Parkes focusing on Matthew 16:13-18. Our worship will include the following hymns: God of the Ages, All Are Welcome (Let Us Build a House) and Marching to Zion. Our anthem this week, sung by the Chancel Choir, is Peace Like a River, arranged by Joel Raney. Come join us at 9:00 a.m. as we Worship Together. We hope something in th

Let Us Build A House: Foundation, Framework & Family This Sunday, is the start of the Let Us Build A House series with a message from Dr. Parkes focusing on John 1:1-14. Our worship will include the following hymns: People Need the Lord, Praise My Soul, the King of Heaven, and He Touched Me. Our anthem, He Never Failed Me Yet , will feature alto soloist Kylonna Leevy. Together, we’ll confess the ways we’ve been distracted, receive assurance of God’s grace, and be reminded o

Come join us at 9:00 a.m. as we worship together. This Sunday we will celebrate and honor the lives of family members and friends who have passed since November 2024. 📺 Watch the full service here: Link 📖 Download the bulletin: Link We hope something in this message strengthens your spirit. You are always welcome here.

Take It on Faith: Trusting God While We Wait This Sunday, we continue our Take It on Faith series with a message from Dr. Parkes titled...

Take It on Faith: Trusting God While We Wait This Sunday at First Church of Mesa, we continue our Take It on Faith series with Pastor...

This Sunday at 9 AM, join us for Take It on Faith: Trusting God While We Wait. With scripture from Hebrews 11 and Dr. Parkes’ sermon “Faith as a Vision,” we’ll reflect on hope unseen and God’s timing. Together we’ll sing hymns of trust, welcome new members, and celebrate communion. Come be part of this joyful morning of worship, prayer, and community!

On August 31, we gathered for “Together We Can Change the World,” lifting our voices in hymns, prayer, and scripture from Philippians 3. Guest preacher Rock Robinson encouraged us to “look backward in order to live forward,” reminding us to let go of the past and boldly follow God’s call. With children, families, and friends united in worship, we were sent forth with confidence to be change-makers, bound together in Christ’s love.

In this week’s message, Together We Are Stronger, Rev. Dr. Sam Parkes reflected on Ephesians 4:1–16, reminding us that true strength is found in unity, vulnerability, and love. We are called to stop relying on “Someone Else” and instead share our gifts to build up the body of Christ. When we walk hand in hand, we discover that together, through Christ, we are strong enough to face change, speak the truth, and live with hope.

In Together We Find Peace, Rev. Dr. Sam Parkes reminded us from Ephesians 2:11–22 that Christ’s peace breaks down every barrier—erasing the lines between “insiders” and “outsiders.” God calls us to replace fear with compassion, to live as peacemakers who build bridges, bear one another’s burdens, and welcome all into the household of God.

In Together We Find Peace, Rev. Dr. Sam Parkes reminded us from Ephesians 2:11–22 that Christ’s peace breaks down every barrier—erasing the lines between “insiders” and “outsiders.” God calls us to replace fear with compassion, to live as peacemakers who build bridges, bear one another’s burdens, and welcome all into the household of God.

In Together We Have a Home, Rev. Dr. Sam Parkes shared from Ephesians 1:3–14 that in Christ we are chosen, adopted, and forever welcomed into God’s family. Our true home is built not on exclusion, but on grace and love. Rooted in this belonging, we are called to share that same welcome so others may know they, too, are home in Christ.

In Faces of Our Faith: Lydia, Dr. Sam Parkes shared how Lydia’s open heart and home in Acts 16 became a channel for the gospel’s spread. We were reminded to follow her example—listening for God’s leading, practicing hospitality, and honoring the “quiet saints” who serve faithfully without recognition. Through such openness and steadfastness, we become vessels of grace, extending God’s welcome to all.

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