A church on the sunrise side showing up for our neighbors
Tawas Area Presbyterian Church has gathered in East Tawas for many years. We're part of the Presbyterian Church (U.S.A.), which means we're governed by our own members, we take scripture and thinking seriously, and no one person gets the last word.
We seek God's direction and share God's love with people of every age, fostering spiritual growth and authentic connection. Two things we hold ourselves to: we show up, and we show love — not just in words, but in real, practical, life-changing action.
How We Show Up
Four values. We'd rather be held to these than admired for them.
Authenticity Over Appearance
Come as you are. We value the "real" over the "polished" — creating space for honest questions, real struggles, and growth over time.
Present When It Matters
We stay attentive to the needs around us. When someone is hurting or help is needed, we show up with courage and compassion.
Holistic Wellness
Your mental and emotional health matter here. We believe spiritual growth is inseparable from your overall well-being — and happens best in a supportive community.
A Seat for Everyone
We practice the kind of hospitality Jesus modeled — welcoming people from diverse backgrounds, perspectives, and beliefs. Whether you're a skeptic, a seeker, or a long-time follower, you belong here from day one.
What We Believe
Grace isn't earned, and it isn't a reward for having your life together. We didn't get here by qualifying, and neither will you.
God loves first
Jesus taught us how to be loving, compassionate, and genuinely concerned for our neighbors — and then lived it all the way through. That way of life is what we're trying to learn, together and imperfectly.
Jesus is who we follow
Scripture is worth wrestling with
We read the Bible together, out loud, with our questions attached. Doubt is not the opposite of faith; it's usually part of it.
Belief that never reaches your hands, your calendar, or your neighbor isn't finished yet. So we serve — not to earn anything or to be noticed, but because that's what faith looks like in action.
Faith is an action verb
Who You’ll Meet
Rev. Sue Hand
With a vision for building something meaningful, our founder brings a blend of big-picture thinking and hands-on experience. They set the tone for everything we do.
PASTOR
Kristy Prentiss
Each Sunday you’ll find Kristy faithfully leading our tech team and making everyone else in the service shine, both for those in attendance as well as those watching the service online on our YouTube Channel (Tawas Presbyterian).
MEDIA ASSISTANT
OFFICE MANAGER/ FINANCIAL SECRETARY
Coming Soon
We are currently filling this position.
Marjory has been the accompanist at TAPC for nine years. She also accompanies the Huron Shores Chorus for Iosco County.
ACCOMPANIST
Marjory Leas
Not many churches have a full choir these days but TAPC does. It is led by Patty Chonich (when she’s not snowbirding in Florida) and meets for practice on Thursdays at 3 p.m.
CHOIR DIRECTOR
Patty Chonich
GROUNDS/MAINTENANCE
Logan Gould
Logan takes a lot of pride in the work he does for the church and it shows both on the inside and also on the outside.
Let’s Connect and Grow Together
Ready to learn more, plan a visit, or ask for prayer? Send us a quick message—we’re here to help and would love to welcome you.