Phone: 419-592-7736 Email: fpcnapoleon@gmail.com
Welcome to First Presbyterian Church (FPC Napoleon)
Join us for worship, hope, and fellowship in Christ.
The Rev. Bruce Brown serves as our pastor.
core of the gospel is faithfulLY following jesus christ
SUNDAY WORSHIP
SUNDAY WORSHIP
SUNDAY WORSHIP
We invite you to join us in praising God with us every Sunday morning at 10:00 a.m. Our church services are also available on YouTube after the service. Check out the link below.
OUR MISSION
SUNDAY WORSHIP
SUNDAY WORSHIP
We welcome people from all walks of life to grow together in love for God and one another at our church. As a church family, we have a passion for using our worship, generosity, and compassion for God, embodying the values of a national historic site that reflects our commitment to faith.
December wednesday events
Christmas Carols, Dinner & Games
Join us at the corner of Washington and Webster on Wednesday, December 10, 2025, at 6 pm for an evening of singing Christmas carols, followed by a delightful dinner and games in our fellowship hall. Our dinner menu features Beef Vegetable Soup, Chicken Noodle Soup, Tortilla Soup, Corn Bread, and Dessert. This community event is proudly hosted by the First Presbyterian Church.
Cooperating Church Events
On Wednesday, December 3rd, we are invited to the Christ United Methodist Church on Glenwood Avenue at 6:30 p.m. for some hors d'oeuvres and a casual worship while we decorate Christmas cookies.
On Wednesday, December 17th, we are invited to St. Paul United Methodist Church for a dinner at 5:30 p.m. and a blues Christmas worship service at 7:00 p.m. with the “Third Floor Blues Band”.
We hope these events will help bring our three churches together as we celebrate the birth of our Lord.
Upcoming Events
Friendship Luncheon
Join us on the third Tuesday of every month at 11 a.m. at Hill's Restaurant, located at 650 Lagrange St in Napoleon, OH.
Bedding & Towel Collection
The 2nd Annual Bedding and Towel collection to benefit the Salvation Army will take place from January 18 - 24, 2026. We will accept gently used or new sheets, pillowcases, blankets, comforters, and towels to be distributed locally through the Salvation Army in Napoleon. Drop-off times will be Sunday, Jan 18, from 12 pm - 2 pm, Tuesday & Thursday, Jan 20 & 22, from 1 pm - 3 pm, and Saturday, Jan 24, from 10 am to 12 noon. The drop-off location is at the doors on the southwest corner off the Webster Street alley.
Cornhole Boards for Public Use
We've put the cornhole boards away for the winter. Next year, we'll bring them out again, and we'd love ideas from you about how we could use our lawn to serve the community. If you have ideas, email us at fpcnapoleon@gmail.com with the subject line, "Lawn Idea".
City Council Candidate Conversation
On Tuesday evening, October 21st, we hosted the seven candidates for City Council at our Napoleon church. If you'd like to hear what they had to say, we have a video of the event available on our YouTube page: https://www.youtube.com/@fpcnapoleon. Our Ohio Presbyterian church, recognized as a national historic site, values community engagement and participation.
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Bedding and Towel Collection
Election Night Supper returned in 2024
Bedding and Towel Collection
The Napoleon First Presbyterian Church sponsored a Bedding and Towel collection to benefit the Salvation Army. We collected gently used or new sheets, pillowcases, blankets, and towels to be distributed locally through the Salvation Army in Napoleon. This event takes place at our national historic site, highlighting our commitment to community service. Our next event will be Jan 18 - 24, 2026.
Community Picnic and Concert
Election Night Supper returned in 2024
Bedding and Towel Collection
The 2025 Community Picnic was a wonderful occasion for everyone to gather at the Napoleon Church to share a meal before enjoying a concert by the Napoleon Community Band. This year marked the 40th Anniversary of the band, and they entertained the crowd with a selection of music spanning the past 60 years, celebrating not only their legacy but also the rich history of the area, including the nearby National Historic Site and the Ohio Presbyterian Church.
Election Night Supper returned in 2024
Election Night Supper returned in 2024
Election Night Supper returned in 2024
After a long hiatus, the members of the First Presbyterian Church, a historic site in Napoleon, sponsored a non-partisan event aimed at bringing our community together in fellowship as we celebrate our right to vote. The menu featured a traditional pork and sauerkraut dinner. The funds raised from this event will support the missions of our Ohio Presbyterian Church. Thank you to all who joined us; we are truly blessed to have the support of our community.
Local Mission
Christmas Caroling 2024
Election Night Supper returned in 2024
FPC is very proud to be part of donating to local mission groups, including those associated with the Napoleon Church, Together We Can Make a Difference Initiatives, LifeWise Academy, the Women's Resource Center, Henry County Christmas Cheer, and Project We Care, as well as supporting our community through the Ohio Presbyterian Church and its initiatives tied to this national historic site.
Christmas Caroling 2024
Christmas Caroling 2024
Christmas Caroling 2024
Members and friends of First Presbyterian Church, a notable Ohio Presbyterian Church, eagerly anticipate Christmas caroling to spread the Christmas spirit throughout the community. In 2024, we gathered on the front steps of this national historic site, waiting with excitement and preparing for the celebration of the Nativity of Christ at Christmas as we sang joyful Christmas carols. Afterward, we enjoyed a warm soup dinner and played games together.
Mark your calendars for our next event on Dec. 10, 2025.
Blessings to you!
First Presbyterian Church Seeks Pastoral leadership
First Presbyterian Church of Napoleon, Ohio, a distinguished Ohio Presbyterian church and a national historic site, is seeking a part-time pastor to guide our community of faithful believers in living out our Biblically based faith. We strive to embody love and compassion within our church and extend these values into the broader community.
Discover Your Spiritual Path with First Presbyterian Church
The main entrance of the Napoleon Church, a designated national historic site, is located on the southwest corner of the building. We have several parking spaces available off the alley from Webster Street. This entrance is handicap accessible and leads to the elevator of the Ohio Presbyterian Church.