First United Pentecostal Church of DeRidder

About this church

First United Pentecostal Church of DeRidder, also called First Church, meets at 120 Mahlon Street in DeRidder, Louisiana. Sunday morning worship begins at 10:30 a.m. and is livestreamed on Facebook and YouTube. A typical service runs about 90 minutes, opening with congregational music led by the worship team with lyrics on screen, followed by a message from one of the pastors and an invitation to come to the altar. Sunday School meets at 9:30 a.m., family prayer is held on Monday evenings from 5 to 7, and midweek classes meet on Wednesdays at 7 p.m. A Spanish-language service is offered on Sunday afternoons at 3 p.m. and Wednesday evenings at 7 p.m.

The church describes itself as a family church, with programs from children to seniors. Alpha Kids serves kindergarten through sixth grade, and a staffed nursery called Alpha Babies cares for children from six months through age three at regular services. TRIBE Student Ministries gathers students in grades seven through twelve on Wednesdays, and a young adult ministry called Hyphen serves ages 18 to 30. Adults can join classes for seniors and men, and volunteers serve through the Dream Team outreach group. Visitors are greeted at the door and can come as they are. Confirm current times on the website before visiting.

Researched from the church’s official website and reviewed October 5, 2026. Sources: I'm New page: service times, kids, what to expect · Ministries page: Sunday School, youth, young adults · Homepage: name and address

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