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First Armenian Presbyterian Church

“Come to me, all you who are weary and burdened, and I will give you rest.” – Matthew 11:28

PASTOR'S MESSAGE

Sunday Morning

MORNING PRAYER

10AM to 10:30AM
Bridal / Prayer Room

SUNDAY SERVICE

10:30AM to Noon
FAPC Sanctuary & Livestream

FIRST TIME VISITING?

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We’re so happy you’re visiting FAPC! Whether attending as a guest or seeking a new church, this page is here to help with your first visit.

About Our Church

First Armenian Presbyterian Church (FAPC) is an evangelical Christian Armenian Presbyterian congregation dedicated to cultivating a community of disciple-makers.

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Our Church Associations

We are a members of the Evangelical Presbyterian Church (EPC) and Armenian Evangelical Union of North America (AEUNA).

First Armenian Presbyterian church of Fresno Stained Glass - 301 AD

Services in English &

ARMENIAN LANGUAGE

First Armenian Presbyterian Church offers a unique English and Armenian service.  Our bi-lingual Sunday service includes worship services with traditional hymns and contemporary worship songs, scripture readings and sermons delivered in both languages.  We offer the following for your convenience:

  • Armenian & English Pew Bibles (NIV)
  • Armenian song lyrics in Armenian, Armenglish, and literal translations
  • Armenian scripture and sermons with English traslations for non-Armenian speakers to follow along
  • Armenian speaking pastors, elders, staff and congregation
  • Armenian language bible studies and special services

“Sundays in Fresno were both pleasant and boring for me. Most of the time I hated going to the First Armenian Presbyterian Sunday School, but I went just the same, because it was the rule of the family. I didn’t mind too much, because it was possible to have fun there too.  Everything was in English, of course, except the major part of Reverend Knadjian’s sermon…” (source)

- William Saroyan “Sunday is a Hell of a Day,” published in 1957 in American Mercury

Services for Visitors with Disabilities &

HEARING IMPAIRMENTS

First Armenian Presbyterian Church welcomes members who have disabilties and hearing impairments.  All of our facilities are handicap accessible, offering disabled members of our community conveniences to participate in the life of our church.  For members with hearing impairments, we offer sanitized in-ear headphones with volume control to hear our services.

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First Armenian Presbyterian church of Fresno Stained Glass - Offering Table

Church Etiquette

DO’s & DON’Ts

Worship at church is a sacred and communal experience. Following proper church etiquette ensures a welcoming, respectful, and meaningful environment for everyone. By observing these simple guidelines, we can show reverence to God and consideration for others during our time together.

DO's

  • Arrive on time and take your seat quietly.
  • Silence your phone and other electronic devices.
  • Participate in worship through prayer, singing, and listening attentively.
  • Dress modestly and appropriately for the service.
  • Greet and welcome visitors warmly.
  • If able, stand during reading of scripture, hymns, and the Lord’s Prayer.

DON'Ts

  • Avoid talking, texting, or using phones during the service.
  • Refrain from eating, chewing gum, or drinking anything other than water in the sanctuary.
  • Don’t leave the sanctuary during prayers or sermons unless necessary.
  • Avoid distractions like excessive movement or loud whispering.
  • Never place personal belongings on seats intended for others.

OUR

TEAM

Our leadship includes a Pastor / Teaching Elder, Ruling Elders, Staff and Volunteers.

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Upcoming

Church Events

Next Event

The Lord's Supper & Baptism Leadership Class
16Days12Hrs31Mins17Secs
  • 12:15 PM
  • FAPC Fellowship Hall 430 S. 1st Street, Fresno, CA 93702
February 16, 2025

The Lord’s Supper & Baptism Leadership Class with Luncheon

Join us as we delve deeper into the essentials vs nonessentials in the Presbyterian Church. We will...

Upcoming Event

Mar 16 2025
March 16, 2025
  • 12:15 PM
  • FAPC Fellowship Hall 430 S. 1st Street, Fresno, CA 93702

New Members Class

Members of our church have the opportunity to serve as an elder, committee chair, or deacon...

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FAQs

Frequently Asked Questions
People often say that prayer is just talking to God as you would to anyone else. It’s true that a relationship with God contains many of the same ingredients as other relationships. But there is at least one unique factor: you can’t rely on the senses of sight, sound or touch to connect with God. But prayer is more about talking with God than talking to Him.
First, to be a Christian is to believe God invited you into a personal relationship with Him and to accept that invitation. Saying that you can experience being a Christian in the way God intended without learning to pray is like saying you can be happily married or have a deep friendship without regular communication. But maybe the question is not why should Christians pray, but why should they want to? Here are four great reasons to pray as a Christian:

  • You want to tell God how much you love Him and why.
  • You need to say “I’m sorry” for specific actions or attitudes.
  • You want to thank God.
  • You want to bring a concern to God and invite Him to help.
First, know that there is no secret formula to pray. God simply delights in us coming to Him in honesty. You can start by addressing God directly in a way that acknowledges His uniqueness. People will say things such as, “Father God,” “Heavenly Father” or “Almighty God.” How you choose to address Him will remind you of who you are talking to and what He represents in your life.
Anytime and anywhere can work, but it’s helpful to find a distraction-free time and place if possible. God deserves your focused attention, and you might find it harder to listen to Him in a busy place. Some people create a space in their homes, like a “prayer closet,” for this purpose. Others will choose a favorite park or coffee shop.
You can bow, kneel, stand or walk around when you pray. God will hear you whatever you do, so choose a position that helps you focus. Kneeling or bowing your head are great ways to focus your body and mind on God. It’s a symbolic way to demonstrate that you respect His authority. John 17:1 also describes Jesus looking toward Heaven when praying.
This is completely up to you. Choose one or try praying to each member of the Trinity at different times, because they all listen to you. If you are a Christian, the Holy Spirit is the presence of God living within you. So you can address Him directly, with confidence that He is as close as He could be. Romans 8:26 says, “In the same way, the Spirit helps us in our weakness. We do not know what we ought to pray for, but the Spirit himself intercedes for us through wordless groans.”.
Depending on your comfort level and situation, you can choose whether to pray out loud or silently. Over time, you will likely grow more comfortable praying out loud. If you are praying for someone who is physically present with you, it might encourage them to hear your faith expressed through your prayers. But if you find praying silently allows you to focus more on God, that’s okay too. Be sure to allow silence too so you can listen to God. You’ll find it harder to hear what He is saying if you are doing all the talking.
A common way to end a prayer is by saying something like, “In the name of Jesus, amen.” Similar to how you began your prayer, close it by recognizing that God is more than a force, unnamed higher power or idea. God is a person who chooses to be present in your life. He is the only person with the authority and ability to answer your prayers. What you say can also act as a reminder that God hears your prayers and that you trust Him to know how to answer them best. You don’t need to close every prayer with a formal ending for God to take you seriously. God is a Father who always loves hearing from His children.

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