DISABILITY RESOURCE EXPO

Do you know someone who lives with a disability? If so, be sure they are aware of the Upstate Disability Resource Expo to be held at the Kroc Center on Sunday, August 25, at 2:00pm. First Presbyterian was asked to be an exhibitor due to our Kulture City certification and our Special Needs Ministry. Spread the word and help us to come alongside those with special needs.

PRAYERS FOR SENIOR HIGH DR TRIP

Please join us in prayer for our Senior High students and leaders traveling to the Dominican Republic July 21-26. Pray that as our crew loves and serves together, they will grow stronger in their love for Jesus and learn how to make an impact in the world.

RADIANCE REGISTRATION IS OPEN

Radiance Small Groups are for young women in their twenties and thirties. They meet each week in leaders’ homes from 6:30pm-8:00pm for Dinner and Bible Study from September-November.
Registration for Radiance 2024/2025: Click here. You will be placed in a group with women in your stage of life. For more information, contact dianaschmittorders@gmail.com or lcloud@firstpresgreenville.org.
 Fall Study 2024: Psalms, At His Feet Bible Study by Hope Blanton and Christine Gordon

ALL MEN INVITED TO THURSDAY GATHERINGS

Thursdays at 7:30–9:00am:
Bible, Fellowship, & Breakfast in the Formal Dining Room. Optional breakfast ($4) at 8:30am. Contact Carl Evans at carl.h.evans@gmail.com.
Thursdays at 12:00–1:15pm:
Christian Men’s Fellowship in the Formal Dining Room. Contact Charlotte Joye at cjoye@firstpresgreenville.org for questions, or to RSVP for lunch ($8).

BUDDY BREAK IS JULY 26

Do you know of a family raising a child with special needs? Once a quarter we hold Buddy Break to give these parents a respite. Our next Buddy Break is Friday, July 26, from 5:30–8:00pm. Please share this information and consider serving as a “Buddy.” Training is provided. Contact Tina Jones with questions or to register at tjones@firstpresgreenville.org.

SAVE THE DATE: PROMOTION SUNDAY

All students will be promoted on Sunday, August 11. The Children’s Ministry will have a “circus-themed” celebration. We will also have our annual Backpack Blessing in each worship service, when our pastors pray over all educators and students who are going back to school. Children are encouraged to wear their backpacks. Mark your calendars and plan to join us!

DADDY DAUGHTER DANCE

3GEN Ministries is hosting a Daddy Daughter Dance for men of the upstate area on Friday, September 13, 7:00–9:30pm at Larkin’s Sawmill Venue (22 Graves Drive, Greenville, SC 29609). It will be a fantastic evening of desserts, fun, and dancing. Dads will receive detailed instructions with creative ideas on how to create an unforgettable date night with their daughters. Registration is open at 3GenMinistries.org/ministry-resources/dance.

A NIGHT OF GOOD NEWS WITH THE LAFLINS

Child Evangelism Fellowship is proud to partner with the Laflins and FPC to bring you a fun night for the whole family on Friday, September 27, at 6:00pm in the Worship & Arts Center. Doors open at 5:00pm with food, inflatables, and kid-friendly activities. Witness the impossible at A Night of Good News as internationally recognized illusionists David and Teesha Laflin create a dazzling spectacle that’s perfect for families and audiences of all ages. Tickets will be available soon.

FELLOWSHIP OF THE RING BOOK CLUB

Everyone is invited to join The Fellowship of the Ring Book Club to read this classic tale that we know you will enjoy. We hope that you’ll be encouraged by the courage, beauty, and agape love in the telling of this story. We will meet weekly on Tuesdays, 3:30–4:30pm, August 13 through December 10. You don’t have to be there each week, but plan to come to as many as you can! Click here to register.

SKYE PETERSON TO PERFORM JULY 19

Singer-songwriter Skye Peterson will perform at FPC on Friday, July 19, at 7:00pm in the Student Program Space. Writing and recording since high school, she began her career as a musician after studying theology, biblical history, and hermeneutics. Based in Nashville, TN, Skye writes hymns for Getty Music and the local church, and is now performing in hopes of telling the world they are not alone and there’s a King who’s worth singing about. Tickets are available by clicking here.

TENTH AVENUE NORTH: THE INVITED TOUR

FPC will welcome Tenth Avenue North: The Invited Tour
on Friday, September 20, at 7:00pm, in the Worship & Arts Center. Tenth Avenue North has always been a band of deep conviction and they’ve never shied away from uncomfortable topics and asking hard questions. What they thought was the end of Tenth Avenue North in 2020—with a farewell tour disrupted by the global pandemic—turned into a four-year hiatus that sharpened the band’s focus and cemented the convictions that made them one of the most popular bands in Christian music. Purchase tickets at FirstPresGreenville.org/Events or at the FPC Box Office (new reception desk) during regular business hours. Cashless payments only.

THE LIGHT OF CHRIST CONCERT FEATURING “ILLUMINARE”

Save the date on Sunday, September 15, at 3:00pm for a free concert presented by the First Presbyterian Church Choir and Orchestra. Celebrate the love and light of Christ through some of your favorite hymns, anthems, scripture readings, and the brand new 5-movement work, “Illuminare,” by composer Elaine Hagenberg. Prepare to be moved, inspired, and reminded of Jesus’ unique divine identity and His purpose as the light of the world. Free tickets available on July 28.

HOLLIS ACADEMY BACK-TO-SCHOOL DRIVE

Pick up an apple from the displays around the church to help purchase new toys, claassroom supplies, and games for Hollis Academy. Pick-up and drop-off locations can be found in the Loggia, Memorial Hall, and Worship & Arts reception area. Please visit our website to view the Amazon link for a list of items needed, and bring items to the church by Sunday, July 21.

CHRISTMAS IN THE SUMMER!

Christmas music for the Christmas@First concerts will be introduced on Wednesday, August 7, 6:00–7:30pm, in the Choir Room. If you are interested in singing in the Christmas Choir, please join us! Regular Christmas Choir rehearsals will begin in September. Contact Susan at smesser@firstpresgreenville.org for further details.