HOLLIS CARNIVAL THANK YOU!

A huge thank you to the many volunteers, bakers, and donors who helped make this year’s Hollis Carnival a success! Because of your generosity, Hollis Academy students and families were able to enjoy a great afternoon of fun and community. Thank you for your relentless efforts and consistent support for our ministry to Hollis Academy!

SANCTUARY FLOWERS

If you are interested in donating flowers for the sanctuary in honor or in memory of a loved one for Sunday, 5/12 or 5/26, please email Linda Slash at lslash@firstpresgreenville.org.

2024 GRADUATES TO BE ANNOUNCED IN JUNE

FPC members and family members who are 2024 (or August/December 2023) graduates of High School, College, Graduate School, and Seminary will be announced in early June. To be included, complete the form online at FirstPresGreenville.org/Events or contact Austin Clay (aclay@firstpresgreenville.org) by Friday, May 31.

LAST WEEK TO REGISTER FOR THE LEARNING TO REST IN GOD SEMINAR

Living with demanding schedules, addiction to smart phones, and daily deadlines, can leave you exhausted and unconsciously committed to schedules over significance and busyness over holiness. Join us as we discuss the Sabbath and how to intentionally engage in God’s invitation to rest, reflect, and quietly interact with Him to refresh and reenergize your soul. Don’t miss this “Learning to Rest in God” seminar, hosted by the Flourish Institute of Theology, held on May 3-4 at FPC. The cost is $60. Register now by clicking here.

WEDNESDAY MEALS AND PASTOR’S BIBLE STUDY

Most Grow@First activities have ended for the Winter/Spring. The lunch AND evening Pastor’s Bible study will continue in Fellowship Hall through June 5. Lunch will be available for the daytime study, but only dessert and beverages will be served in the evening.

WOMEN'S SUMMER BIBLE STUDY

Mark your calendar for the Women’s Summer Bible study. The same study will be offered in three different time slots starting Wednesday, June 19, at 9:30am or 6:00pm, or Thursday, June 20, at 9:30am. Details about the study and registration will be coming soon.

MEN’S WEDNESDAY BIBLE STUDY

Join us on Wednesday nights in Room B305 from 6:15–7:15pm for community and intentional discipleship designed specifically for men (post-college—40) who desire to grow in their relationship with Christ and take steps toward biblical manhood. We will investigate Scripture, grow alongside one another, and serve the Lord. Contact Rev. Charlie Buchanan at cbuchanan@firstpresgreenville.org if you have any questions.

MAY CIRCLE MEETINGS

Tuesday, May 14
#6 10:30am • FPC Room B303
#7 10:30am • Cascades Verdae Community
#10 11:00am • FPC Formal Dining Room

Thursday, May 9, 6:30pm
#3 Jane Starkey’s home, 6 Parliament Road 29615

Tuesday, May 21, 11:30am
#1 Foothills Retirement Community

PIEDMONT WOMEN’S CENTER BORN TO RUN 5K

Piedmont Women’s Center is hosting their annual Born to Run 5K event on Saturday, May 11, at 8:00am on the Bob Jones University campus. The Light & Life Ministry of First Presbyterian Church is one of the event sponsors. For more information or to register for the run, click here.

CLOP CLOP ON THE REEDY: A TALE OF HUGUENOT MILL

Written by FPC member Dave Burke, this one-act performance follows the struggle of three characters in the 1890s and their responses to a tragic event. The performance is sponsored by a Metropolitan Arts Council grant and the Fine Arts Ministry of FPC. Join us on Friday, May 31, at 7:00pm in the FPC Worship & Arts Center. Tickets are available at FirstPresGreenville.org/Events.

SUMMER YOUTH BASKETBALL LEAGUE

Join us for the Summer Basketball Youth League and Skills Clinics located in the Graham Gym. The season will run from June 3-August 3 for K-12th graders, and will include several games and clinics taught each week. Registration and details can be found at FirstPresSports.com.

JR. HIGH AND SR. HIGH ROOTS SCHEDULE

Please be on the lookout for the Jr. and Sr. High Roots calendar for the summer! Save the date for the Roots Mini-Open on June 9 with more details to come. We look forward to seeing familiar faces and new friends over the summer! If you would like to receive the weekly newsletter, please email Mason Simmons at msimmons@firstpresgreenville.org. You can also stay connected by following us on Instagram: @fpc_roots.

SO, YOU WANT TO LEARN TO READ MUSIC CLASS?

You are invited to music reading classes from 6:00–7:15pm on Wednesdays in July this summer—July 10, 17, 24, and 31 in the choir room. All age levels are welcome, but the primary focus will be adult learners. Musicians will be available during the class for individual questions and assistance. Our goal is to “sing with the spirit and to sing with understanding” (1 Corinthians 14:15). Please register by clicking here.

“HERITAGE” RESONATE! CONCERT MAY 5

Resonate! Youth Choir will present a concert, “Heritage,” on Sunday, May 5, at 2:00pm in Harper Chapel. You are invited to join us for this program of sacred and secular Celtic and Appalachian inspired music. Enjoy light refreshments in the Loggia afterward.

OPPORTUNITIES FOR DAY MISSIONS

Join us as a chaperone to students as they serve the needs of our city this summer! We would also love your prayers for those serving and being served this week. You can also help by donating “necessity items”: paper towels, toilet paper, hand soap, shampoo, deodorant, dish detergent, etc. “Homeless kit” items needed are: hotel size toiletries, chap stick, and reading glasses. Bring items to the Children’s Ministry check-in area. Click here to register and to see the full list of items needed. Questions? Contact Karen King, kking@firstpresgreenville.org.

SERVE OUR COMMUNITY AT VBS JUNE 10-13

We currently have 62 children on our VBS waiting list. Can you believe that 31 of those children do not have a church home? What a praise it would be if we had enough volunteers so that everyone on the waiting list could hear the Gospel! Even if you can only serve 1-2 days, that would be helpful. To sign up, click here. Contact Tina Jones at tjones@firstpresgreenville.org for more information.

PRODUCTION VOLUNTEERS

Sign up to serve in creating an exciting production experience for our guests. No experience is required. Training will be provided by our Event Operations Coordinator. Further details will be sent regarding scheduling and training. If interested, please email productions@firstpresgreenville.org.