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FPC MP has a rich history: Organized in Paris Presbytery by Rev. Wiliam Waldo Brimm on Aug. 14, 1881 (age 44). Church grew rapidly in 1900s. The frame structure was moved to another location and replaced by a Brick Building in 1923. Continued expansion led to the need for an educational facility built in 1955. Membership reached its peak with 304 members at the end of a seven-year pastorate of David Davies in June 1969.

Extensive repairs and renovations to both buildings were begun in October 1978. The exterior of the main building was cleaned, mortared and waterproofed, as well as painted to restore the structure to its original appearance. The basement interior of the building also received serious attention as kitchen facilities were upgraded and redecorated, and the Fellowship Hall refurbished to make it more pleasing and attractive. In the Education Building, the church office, parlor, kitchen, restrooms and Chapel were completely renovated.

For the first ninety-two years of the congregation’s history, all elected officers had been men. This changed on December 2, 1973, when Mrs. Margaret Spann and Mrs. Mildred Summers were elected to serve as Deacons.

“To all who are weary and need rest; to all who are lonely and want friendship; to all who mourn and look for comfort; to all who are lost and need a way; to all who sin and need a Savior; to whosoever will come to Jesus Christ, receiving His love and forgiving grace, and desiring to live for Him a new life, this congregation opens wide its doors and bids you welcome.” Statement on the bulletin cover in 1979, the 98th year anniversary of this congregation.

August 2031 will mark 150 years of Ministry.