A personal invitation

Hi. I’m Jody.
I’d like to invite

you to church.

First Naples Church · Naples, Florida

If you’ve been curious about church, or it’s been a while, I made this site to share why it matters to me and what you can expect at my church. First Naples.

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Servicio en español disponible en First Naples.

WHY THIS SITE EXISTS

Why I’m sharing this.

My wife Melanie and I, and our kids Ethan and Avery, attend First Naples Church in Naples, Florida. Faith is an important part of our lives, and I wanted one simple place where I could share a little about why.

Here you’ll find a straightforward explanation of the Chirstianity, some of my own story, and practical information about First Naples. My hope is simply to give you enough to explore it for yourself.

IN MY OWN WORDS

A quick message from me.

I wanted to share why I created this site, why I love inviting people to church, and what you can expect if you decide to visit.

Jody shares the heart behind Meet Us At Church, a personal invitation to visit First Naples, learn what’s available for you and your family, and consider finding a Bible-based church wherever you live.

What you'll find here

What Is Christianity? →

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What Is Christianity?

If you’re not sure what Christians actually believe, start here. I’ve tried to explain the gospel clearly and simply, including why Jesus matters and what Christians mean by grace, faith, and knowing God.


Our Invitation →

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Our Invitation

First Naples is where my family goes to church, and I know visiting somewhere new can feel uncertain. Here’s what I can tell you about Sundays, service times, what to wear, and what you can expect if you decide to visit.


Jody’s Testimony →

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Jody’s Testimony

Faith didn’t always look the way it does for me today. I grew up around church, drifted away, and eventually realized that knowing about Jesus wasn’t the same as truly believing in Him for myself.


Maybe faith doesn’t begin with having all the answers.
Maybe it begins with being willing to ask.

Wherever you are
on your journey,
I’m glad you found this page.

Maybe faith doesn’t begin with
having all the answers.
Maybe it begins with being
willing to ask.

Thinking About Going to Church?

If you’ve been thinking about church but aren’t sure where to start, I’d encourage you to take a look at First Naples. It’s where my family attends, and it’s become an important part of our lives.

I’ve put together the basics so you can see what it’s like and decide for yourself.