First Assembly of God is a Pentecostal church in Meriden, Connecticut, and part of the Assemblies of God fellowship. For nearly sixty years, this congregation has gathered on Paddock Avenue to worship God, pray, and teach His Word.
Our History
- 1960s: First Assembly of God is established in Meriden as a church of the Assemblies of God.
- 1967: The church purchases nearly three acres of land on Paddock Avenue.
- 1968: The church building at 601 Paddock Avenue is built, and the congregation has worshiped there ever since.
- Today: First Assembly continues to gather each week for worship, prayer, and the study of God’s Word.
Our Mission
To exalt the name of Jesus and demonstrate His love.
To evangelize the local community and beyond.
To disciple believers into Christian maturity.
To commission for service in the power of the Holy Spirit.
What We Believe
As a church of the Assemblies of God, we hold to the authority of the Bible, salvation through faith in Jesus Christ, the baptism in the Holy Spirit, and the hope of Christ’s return. Our beliefs are summarized in the Assemblies of God Statement of Fundamental Truths.
Our Pastor
Rev. Brad Causey, Interim Pastor
Pastor Brad Causey began serving as Interim Pastor of First Assembly in October 2026. An ordained minister with over twenty years of pastoral experience, including leading a church plant, he holds a bachelor’s and a master’s degree in theology. He serves on staff with OneHope, a global ministry that brings God’s Word to children and youth, and also helps the Southern New England Ministry Network of the Assemblies of God with church planting.
As interim pastor, his role is to preach, care for the congregation, and help the church board prepare well for its next lead pastor.
With Appreciation
Rev. Mark Sharnick served as pastor of First Assembly from 2003 to 2026. For 23 years he preached the Word, cared for this congregation, and led us faithfully. We thank God for his ministry among us and pray His blessing on him and his family in the years ahead.