Celebrating 10 Years of CAST

In 2014, Gloria Close founded C.A.S.T. (Care, Accept, Share, Teach), a ministry that provides care and support for homeless families living in motel rooms.

This Sunday at 11:00am, we will recognize Gloria, thank her for her decade of leadership, celebrate her retirement, and look ahead to the future of C.A.S.T.

Youth Grade Level Dinners

We hope your Youth will join us this Sunday, 4/28 for our Grade Level Dinners, 6:00-7:00pm (see locations below; addresses were in Monday’s Youth Weekly Programming Email). Please RSVP to Mrs. Carrie - ccoleman@fpcspartanburg.org.

• 6th Grade Girls – at the home of Toby and Virginia Wood
• 6th Grade Boys – at the home of Mark and Carrie Coleman
• 7th/8th Grade Girls – at the home of Josh and Molly Jones
• 7th/8th Grade Boys – at the home of Sloan and Mary Elizabeth Evans
• All 9th Graders – at the home of John and Catherine Faris
• All 10th and 11th Graders – at the home of Rob and Callie Hammett
• All Seniors – at the home of John Daniel and Eliza DeBevoise

Surprised by Hope

The Easter story is one of surprise. The women go to the tomb expecting to find one thing, but instead find something very different. The tomb is empty, Christ is risen!

This Easter Season, we invite you to join us as we explore how the resurrection continues to surprise us with God’s hopeful vision for our future and our present.

Want to go deeper? Join the LIFT Sunday School class each Sunday at 10:00am in Room 2201 as they further explore that Sunday's topic through N.T. Wright's Surprised by Hope study.

Montreat Women's Conference

August 9-11

Women’s Connection 2024 will be a time for women to connect with old and new friends, a time to care for yourself; a time for space and Sabbath. Our hope is you will experience spiritual nourishment, inspiration, and discernment.

This year's keynote speaker is Becca Stevens, a nonprofit leader, entrepreneur and priest, as well as the founder and President of Thistle Farms. She has founded 13 nonprofits and justice enterprises, mentored another 70, and has raised over $75 million to support them. Becca has also authored 12 books with over 300,000 copies sold.

Workshop Registration begins May 1, and they fill up quickly! Women will register through church and will receive a workshop registration link when it opens.

Cost: $425 (includes housing and conference registration)

Visit fpcspartanburg.org/womensconnection to learn more and save your spot!

Chamber Singers Concert

Thursday, May 2

The First Presbyterian Church Chamber Singers and Orchestra invite you to join them for their concert titled, "A Day in the Life: Sacred Music Celebrating the Beauty and Wonder of the Everyday."

The program will take place on Thursday, May 2, 7:00pm in the Sanctuary. It will also be livestreamed.

We hope to see you there!

Blood Drive

Sunday, May 5

We will be holding a Blood Drive on May 5, 8:00am-1:00pm. The church will receive a donation of $25 for each donor. Plus - each donor will receive $25 in rewards that can be redeemed for eGift cards!

Click the button below to make your appointment, and use our sponsor code 9BBW.

JOY Fellowship Spring Luncheon

Thursday, May 9

You are invited to join your JOY Fellowship friends for our annual Spring Luncheon on May 9, 11:30am in Fogartie Hall. Enjoy a delicious meal and a musical presentation by Dr. Steven Graff, Assistant Professor of Piano at Converse University Petrie School of Music.

This event is free. Sign up by Monday, May 6 to reserve your place at the table!

Submit Graduate Names

for Baccalaureate Sunday

If you are a member of First Presbyterian Church and will graduate from college or receiving a graduate level degree in 2024, please fill out the form below by May 10. We will recognize all FPC graduates on May 19 during Baccalaureate Sunday.

Congregational Meeting

Sunday, May 12

The Session has called a Congregational Meeting, for Sunday, May 12, 2024, during the 11:00am Traditional Worship Service, to act on the report and recommendation of the APNC to call an Associate Pastor for Congregational Care and Diaconate.

Flower Guild Vases Needed

The Flower Guild is requesting donations of bud vases and small vases (no larger than a quart).

If you have any vases that you'd be willing to donate, you can drop them off in the Sacristy.

Youth Summer Calendar

Summer Kickoff // June 2

Vacation Bible School // June 3-6

High School Mission Trip // June 9-15

Carowinds Day Trip // June 26

Middle School Mission Week // July 8-11

Montreat Youth Conference // July 20-27

Alzheimer’s & Dementia Support Group

Beginning June 20

First Presbyterian Church is hosting a support group for caregivers of family members with dementia. The group will meet 12:00-1:00pm on the third Thursday of each month beginning on June 20, in Room F202 (on the second floor of the FLC). The group will be co-facilitated by the Rev. Dr. Jerone Wilder, an Alzheimer’s Association certified Community Educator and Support Group Facilitator, and our Parish Nurse Beth Cecil.

If you or anyone you know would be interested in participating in the group, please contact Beth Cecil (bcecil@fpcspartanburg.org or 864-208-2136) for additional information. 

Children's Montreat Playdates

June 22 & July 20

All rising 4K to rising 6th Graders are invited to summer playdates in beautiful Montreat, NC!

The playdates will take place on June 22 & July 20, 10:00am-3:00pm. We will rock-hop in the creek, play on the playground, eat lunch, and enjoy games in the Youth Center. Cost is $10 per child. Click the button below to sign up today!

Winter Warmth Donations

Preparations have begun for FPC’s largest annual mission project, Winter Warmth, where we distribute brand-new coats to children in need across Spartanburg County.

In addition to coats, children will also be receiving hats and scarves, handmade by members of the church. That’s where you come in! If you’re able to knit or crochet, we could really use your help in making it happen!

Winter Warmth will take place on October 26 this year. It’s never too early to start! If you have questions, please email them to winterwarmthfpc@gmail.com.

AVL Team

Volunteers Needed

The Audio/Video Team is a way to be involved in worship and special events behind the scenes. We currently need camera operators, and training will be provided! Most A/V team members serve one Sunday per month and an occasional special event such as a WAF program or concert.

Contact Caroline Goodman, Communications Director, at cgoodman@fpcspartanburg.org if you are interested in this exciting opportunity!

Church Opportunities

Sunday Morning Greeters

• Sunday School Greeter (9:30-9:55am in Fogartie Hall)
• Sanctuary Greeters (10:30-11:00am in the Sanctuary)