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Dear Friends in Christ,
This Sunday is Kirkin’ o’ the Tartans, a Sunday when we celebrate not only the Presbyterian Church’s Scottish roots, but also how God calls all families and nations together into the one body of Christ. Everyone is invited to wear plaid (whether it is an official tartan or not) or something that celebrates your own family’s cultural heritage.
With the bagpipes and drums and the procession of family tartans, this is always a very popular and well-attended service, especially at the 11:00am hour. So please be aware that while we may not have our usual physical distancing measures in place in the Sanctuary, we continue to encourage everyone to follow current CDC guidelines about mask use and distancing. The 8:45am service will be identical to the 11:00am service and generally has more room for everyone to spread out. Note that there will be no separate MorningSong service, so that we can join together in this special time of worship. Both worship services will also be streamed at the usual locations (see below).
After each of the services there will be lemonade and cookies either in the Perrin Room (after 8:45am) or on the front lawn (after 11:00am).
Craig Foster
Associate Pastor for Discipleship and Communications
KIRKIN’ O’ THE TARTANS – OCTOBER 31
8:45am Traditional Worship (Sanctuary)
9:45am Sunday School
10:00am Welcome Class (Room 2200)
11:00am Traditional Worship (Sanctuary)
Stream our 8:45am and 11am Sanctuary services live on FPCSpartanburg.org/worship, YouTube, or Facebook.
9:45am Sunday School for All Ages
10am Welcome Class
For those interested in learning more about First Presbyterian Church, join us each Sunday through November 14 at 10-10:45am in Room 2200. These sessions are a wonderful way to get acquainted with the Presbyterian church, the opportunities available at First Presbyterian, and to meet the staff. There is no pressure to join. We welcome non-members, members, and anyone seeking a church family to join us for a fun time of fellowship and learning together. Please contact Molly Colbath for more information.
NEXT WEEK
Dominican Republic Mission Trip - February 5-12, 2022 (Register Here by November 2)
Join First Pres in February for a medical, dental, and construction mission trip in the Dominican Republic! If you are interested, please register by November 2. Contact Caroline Goodman for more information.
FPC Basketball Registration Now Open! (Sign Up)
First Presbyterian Church Basketball is back and ready for a great season ahead! We invite all FPC children and youth to participate in our basketball leagues, as well as non-members. The registration fee this season is $80/player. The deadline to register will be Wednesday, November 17th, 2021, so don’t wait! Please see the link below to sign up and pay. If you have more than one child playing, you will need to register each child separately. Rosters, practices times, and schedules will be sent out once registration concludes. Please register and pay at: fpcspartanburg.org/basketball.
WAF Dinner and Volunteers Needed (Register Here by Monday)
Join us Wednesday, November 3 for pot roast, mashed potatoes, and carrot cake! See the full November Menu here. Sign up for the remaining WAF dinners this week! We encourage everyone to bring lawn chairs, picnic blankets, and tailgate with us outside for dinner! Register yourself and/or your family by Monday at 4:30pm. If you would like to serve as a volunteer in some capacity to ensure WAF runs smoothly, please click here to sign up!
WAF Programs – 6:30-7:15pm
CRC – 5K-Grade 5 (Gym and Activity Room)
Youth – Grades 6-12 (High School Room)
Adults
- Poetry and the Language of Faith – Led by Dr. Lewis Galloway (Social Hall)
- The Best Yes Women’s Study – Led by Ashley Millinor and Martha Waters (Library)
- Younger Women’s Bible Study – Led by Donna Pulliam, Carter Smith, and Leslie Lang (Perrin Room)
Other Weekday Bible Studies and Groups
- Nan & Tom’s Study: Tuesdays and Thursdays at 12 noon via Zoom (Join in)
- Wednesday Men’s Bible Study: Wednesdays at noon, in person and on Zoom (Join in)
- Christians in the Making Women’s Group: Wednesdays at 10am in the Purnell Room
- Middle School Boys Bible Study: Wednesdays at 3:30pm (River Birch entrance/Cottonwood Trail)
- Children’s Choir: Wednesdays at 5pm
- Younger Women’s Bible Study: Wednesdays at 6:30pm and Thursdays at 9am
- Bootcamp – Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays at 7:15 a.m. and 9:15 a.m. (Email Colleen)
- 6:30am Men’s Bible Study: Fridays in the Small Private Dining Room
- 7:00am Men’s Bible Study: Fridays in the Arthur Center
- Middle School Girls Bible Study: Fridays at 3:45pm-5pm at Downtown Starbucks
All Saints’ Day – Sunday, November 7
All Saints' Day is a time to give thanks for all those who through the ages have faithfully served the Lord. The day reminds us that we are part of one continuing, living communion of saints. In the knowledge that others have persevered, we are encouraged to endure against all odds (Hebrews 12:1-2). Reminded that God was with the faithful of the past, we are reassured that God is with us today, moving us and all creation toward God’s end in time. Join us Sunday as we remember and name our members who died in the past year. As we recall their witness, let us also pray for comfort for those who love and miss them.
Girl Talk for Moms and Daughters– Sunday, November 7
Join Dr. Dawn Bingham for Girl Talk Sunday, November 7 from 1-3pm in Fogartie Hall. This is open to girls in grades 4-6 and their mothers. Register by Friday, November 4 with Beth Cecil.
All Saints Concert – Sunday, November 7 at 6pm in the Sanctuary
The First Presbyterian Church Chamber Singers, along with singers from Spartanburg High School, will present Karl Jenkin’s Requiem for Choir and Orchestra. During the program, we will offer a special remembrance for those who have passed away from Covid over the past year, and a special thanksgiving for medical personnel who have sacrificed so much to care for patients. This is a free concert, and all are welcome.
SERVICE OPPORTUNITIES
Volunteer for Winter Warmth (Sign Up Here)
There is work to be done in our own backyard, and you can help with an important mission of First Presbyterian Church without leaving town. Over 20 years and 36,000 coats later, FPC is still striving to keep Spartanburg County school children warm. This year’s Winter Warmth mission will be held Saturday, November 13. The Winter Warmth Committee needs your help with set up and clean up as well as during the event. Please register to volunteer today! If you would like to make a donation to Winter Warmth, you may do so at fpcspartanburg.org/give.
Neighborhood Meal Ministry (More Information)
The Neighborhood Meal Ministry resumed on Thursday, October 14 with adjustments for Covid safety measures. The Ministry has moved to Thursday evenings in the Arthur Center, with food service beginning at 5:15pm. If anyone is interested in volunteering or needs additional information, please contact Mary Lorick Thompson or Betsy Burrell.
Other Opportunities in Ministry Finder
OTHER NEWS
List of Veterans and Active Service Personnel Needed by Monday, November 8
In honor of Veterans Day, on Sunday, November 14, we will be recognizing church members who have served OR are currently serving in the military. Please submit church members’ names and branch of military service by Monday, November 8 to Joanie Shackleton (jshackleton@fpcspartanburg.org / 208-2132).
Recommendations for CNC
The Congregational Nominating Committee is seeking a slate of nine members from the congregation to replace members who will rotate off the CNC. Members will serve for one year and will be charged with the nomination of Church officers. Please SUBMIT YOUR NOMINATION(S) HERE. Deadline is Friday, December 31, 2021.
FPC Weekday School Minted Fundraiser (https://www.minted.com/about‐us)
Holiday card season is upon us. Please consider shopping Minted this year using the promo code FUNDRAISEFPCWEEKDAY. You’ll get 20% off Minted stationery, custom gifts, and more - and 15% of each order will be donated back to First Presbyterian Church Weekday School at the end of the year. Every order makes a difference!
The Peace and Justice Task Force Spotlight: Speaking Down Barriers
October’s Spotlight is on Speaking Down Barriers. This group is well-established and respected in our area and across the country. They provide encounters that transform our life together across human difference for healing and justice. Each month they host several meetings designed to help participants more clearly see and understand the injustice in our lives and communities. Prayerfully consider joining one or more of these virtual gatherings. Click this link
to view all of the events and dates.
LOOKING AHEAD
October 31 – Kirkin’ o’ the Tartans
November 7 – All Saints Day/Daylight Savings Time Ends
November 7 – Girl Talk with Dr. Dawn Bingham (Email Beth Cecil to Register)
November 7 – All Saints Concert in the Sanctuary
November 9 – FPC Hosts the Foothills Presbytery Stated Meeting
November 13 – Winter Warmth Distribution
November 28 – First Sunday of Advent
December 5 – Advent Workshop
December 8 – White Gifts Service
December 19 – Moravian Love Feast
December 24 – Christmas Eve Services
More activities and events can be found in First News.
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