First Presbyterian Church of Virginia Beach
First Presbyterian Church of Virginia Beach
AI Summary
With roots dating to 1922–1923 and a centennial celebration in 2022–23, the congregation meets on a historic campus that began in borrowed spaces and a repurposed Army barracks and later added a chapel (1940–41) and sanctuary (1958) alongside a fellowship hall, courtyard, columbarium, and colonnade. Families will find an on-site Beach Day Preschool with a 50+ year history, a professionally staffed nursery (with pagers and one-way viewing), a children’s choir that meets before the 11:00 service, and the Wonders of Worship program for elementary-aged children. The church is known for excellence in traditional worship music—organist, chancel choir (weekly), bell choirs and regular choral offerings including an annual Hymn Festival—and celebrates Holy Communion on the first Sunday of each month (with baptism by request). Active in mission and community service, the congregation hosts large Rise Against Hunger packing events and has undertaken trips to Chiapas and Cuba, while also offering streamed services, a hearing loop in the sanctuary, online giving, an active social media presence, and dedicated youth and young-adult ministries.
Worship Style
Traditional/Hymns
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- Name:First Presbyterian Church of Virginia Beach
- Street Address:300 36th Street
- Address Line 2:(removed)
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Added location: First Presbyterian Church of Virginia Beach
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- Name:First Presbyterian Church of Virginia Beach
- Website URL:https://firstpresvb.org
- Summary:With roots dating to 1922–1923 and a centennial celebration in 2022–23, the congregation meets on a historic campus that began in borrowed spaces and a repurposed Army barracks and later added a chapel (1940–41) and sanctuary (1958) alongside a fellowship hall, courtyard, columbarium, and colonnade. Families will find an on-site Beach Day Preschool with a 50+ year history, a professionally staffed nursery (with pagers and one-way viewing), a children’s choir that meets before the 11:00 service, and the Wonders of Worship program for elementary-aged children. The church is known for excellence in traditional worship music—organist, chancel choir (weekly), bell choirs and regular choral offerings including an annual Hymn Festival—and celebrates Holy Communion on the first Sunday of each month (with baptism by request). Active in mission and community service, the congregation hosts large Rise Against Hunger packing events and has undertaken trips to Chiapas and Cuba, while also offering streamed services, a hearing loop in the sanctuary, online giving, an active social media presence, and dedicated youth and young-adult ministries.
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Initial church data
Last updated: 4/10/2026