Weekly eNews
February 10, 2023
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We give thanks for the great work our Dominican Republic Mission Team has been doing, and we pray for a safe and uneventful trip home for all of them tomorrow. We look forward to hearing their experiences and the status of the new hospital to which we contributed a few Witness Seasons ago. Be sure to check out the monitors around the campus for pictures from this year’s trip.
Speaking of Witness Season, don’t forget that our 2023 Witness Season is in full swing as we raise money to install a water filtration system at our partner church in Cuba. Watch for more information during our worship services this Sunday, and mark your calendars for Witness Season Sunday, on February 26, when a representative from Living Waters for the World (a ministry of the Presbyterian Synod of the Living Waters) will be with us during the Sunday School hour to share more about this project.
Don’t forget that this Sunday there is a blood drive at the church. So eat a good breakfast, drink your fluids, and roll up your sleave to give the gift of life. Aside from the intrinsic benefits of giving blood, there are also some great incentives to sweeten the deal!
Peace,
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Rev. L. Craig Foster
Associate Pastor for Discipleship and Communications
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Acts 2 Dinners
LAST DAY to Sign Up!
On February 26, we invite you to join us for a time of fellowship with faith friends! When you register for an Acts 2 Dinner, you will be placed in a small group of 8-12 church folks, who will all bring something for the meal. You will select your group type preference: Intergenerational (22 y.o.–102 y.o.) or your “Same Decade”. Your host will reach out via email the week before with their address and the menu. This great connecting opportunity is open to all. The more the merrier! Register by clicking the button below. Deadline is TODAY.
Have questions or want to help or host? Contact Ansley Page – apage@fpcspartanburg.org.
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Witness Season 2023
This year, we are raising funds for a water purification system in Cuba, which will benefit not only our partner congregation, but also the entire community at large. We will be working with Living Waters for the World to make this project a reality. You will hear about this project throughout February, and on February 26th a representative from Living Waters for the World will be speaking with us during the Sunday School hour.
If you would like to donate to this important project, please click the button below.
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Bake Sale of Love
Wednesday, February 15
The 5th grade Girl Scout troop will be hosting a bake sale during WAF on February 15, 5:00-6:30pm. All proceeds will go to P.S. I Love You Ministries by creating birthday party packs for foster children in Spartanburg County.
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REMINDER:
Don't forget to make your WAF Dinner Reservation
Click below to make your reservation by 4:30pm Monday.
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Tickled Pink Women's Bible Study
Tuesdays, 9:15-10:30am
Jesus Connection & One Another-ing: Jesus calls us friends and shows us the way to a life of love and faith. Come explore Gospel accounts of Jesus loving others and teaching us how to build strong faith and friend connections through Him.
Tickled Pink is an intergenerational group of women gathered to study the Bible and to grow in faith and friendship through laughter, reflection, and conversation. We will be meeting Tuesdays, January 24-March 28, 9:15-10:30am in Fogartie Hall. All are invited – bring a friend! Wear pink for fun! The more the merrier! Questions? Contact Ansley Page, Susan Oldham, Kathryn Bridges, Scottie Lummus or Jean Palmer.
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February Book Study
Select Thursdays
In today’s late modern world, Christianity is often questioned and sometimes dismissed by society. Maybe your friends, adult children, or teens are asking questions about faith as they encounter such doubts. The old ways of engaging doubters and non-believers don’t seem to resonate any longer.
In his book Telling a Better Story: How to Talk About God in a Skeptical Age, Joshua D. Chatraw presents careful analysis of our culture and offers “inside out” apologetics to engage the new questions respectfully. Join Ansley Page and faith friends to discuss Chatraw’s ideas learning how to speak love and faith to our culture’s deepest aspirations. We will be meeting February 9 & 23, 5:30–6:30 in the Small Private Dining Room. Interested? Contact Rev. Ansley Page.
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Younger Women's Bible Study
Wednesdays & Thursdays
Our Bible study geared towards younger women will meet on Wednesday nights, 6:15 7:15pm, and Thursday mornings, 9:15-10:15am.
For more information, please reach out to Rev. Leslie A. Lang (llang@fpcspartanburg.org).
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Tuesday/Thursday Bible Study
Join Nan and Tom McDaniel via Zoom for their next book study. They will be studying Tom Evan’s book, “This Way Forward: Sermons that Matter”.
Please contact Shannon at shutcheson@fpcspartanburg.org for the Zoom link, and information on picking up the book.
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1843 Fund Endowment Dinner
Tuesday, March 21
You are cordially invited to the 2023 Endowment Dinner. Join us for a free meal and a discussion of the 1843 Endowment Fund. Learn more about the Legacy Fellowship and how you can support the missions, ministries, and facilities of First Presbyterian Church.
The deadline to register is March 13. Click the button below to reserve your spot.
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Hand in Hand Ministries
Accepting Food Donations
Our Hand in Hand community ministry is always accepting non-perishable food donations to help support Spartanburg families in need! They also accept monetary donations through the church giving site.
To learn more about the mission of Hand in Hand and see how you can help those who need it most, visit their website at handinhandspartanburg.org.
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Sunday Greeters Needed!
Looking for an easy way to get involved in the church? Come share your smile and help greet on Sunday mornings! We need three greeters each Sunday- one to welcome those coming to Sunday school from 9:30-9:55 and two to welcome Sanctuary worshippers from 10:30 to 11:00. All you have to do is stand outside your assigned door and welcome people as they arrive! (You are welcome to bring your kids to help as well!) We just ask that you bring your warm smile and friendly face.
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There are many more opportunities for service available in our Ministry Finder. | |
Try Our New Kiosk
Located in the Financial Office
We are experimenting with the uses of a Kiosk and would love for you try it out. It is currently located in the Financial/Columbarium offices – just outside of Lynise Clarke’s office. On Sundays, it can be located in the Perrin Room. You can “Register for an Event” (such as WAF, the 1843 Endowment Dinner or other upcoming events), or you can “Give Now” to any of the church funds through our secure online giving portal.
If you have any questions, Lynise is more than happy to assist at lclarke@fpcspartanburg.org or 864-208-2130.
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Stickers Available
We have stickers available around the church! It's a square design with a blue background, featuring our church name and cross symbol.
Get yours from the tables outside of Fogartie Hall or the Perrin Room.
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FPC Spartanburg Sermoncast
Available on All Podcast Platforms
Missed last week's worship service? Want to revisit your favorite sermons while on the road, at work, or anywhere at all? Now you can!
Our sermons are now available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Amazon Music, or wherever you find your podcasts.
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Sunday | Monday-Thursday | Friday | Saturday | Closed | 7am-8pm | 7am-2pm | 8am-12pm | | |
Please note: You must bring your church card to have access to the fitness center.
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February 22 - Ash Wednesday
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February 26 - Witness Season Sunday
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March 21 - Endowment Dinner
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April 9 - Easter
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April 30 - FPC Homecoming
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June 5-8 - VBS
More activities and events can be found in First News.
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