FPC Weekly eNews - September 2, 2022

Weekly eNews

September 2, 2022

Friends, God is on the move here at the corner of Chestnut and East Main.

As evidence of that, you need look no further than the Social Hall last Sunday, which was abuzz with energy both before and after worship as hundreds gathered for our Ministry Fair. What a joy it was to see so many different folks show up to learn about all the different opportunities for putting “feet to our faith” here at FPC. A big thank you to everyone who poured so much time and energy into making that event such a success!

Looking ahead there are no signs of slowing down. Make sure to mark your calendars for Rally Day – Sunday, September 11 – which will mark the return of our regular worship schedule, full slate of Sunday school classes, Wednesdays at First (WAF), and much more. You can find details about all these upcoming opportunities in your eNews below.

Speaking of below… you might have already noticed that this week’s eNews looks a little different than past ones. As we continue to focus on connecting ourselves better as a church family, one of the ways we are doing that is by looking at how we communicate. To that end, our reformatted eNews is a first step in working to improve how we tell the story of what God is up to at FPC. So we hope this new layout is not only easier to navigate but that it might also serve as an invitation for each of us to discover those places where we can (re)connect with the ministry and mission of our congregation!

Blessings to you all. See you Sunday.* Invite a friend.

Peace,

Alan F. Dyer

Senior Pastor

*Please remember that we will have one combined worship service in the Sanctuary at 10:30am this Sunday, September 4.

Service Opportunities

Good Neighbor Team

Do you have a heart for refugees who have been displaced from their homes due to violence or persecution?

In partnership with World Relief, our church is building a Good Neighbor Team to help resettle a Congolese family in Spartanburg.

The only qualification needed is the willingness to show hospitality to those who need it most!

If you are interested in being part of this team, please contact team lead Garrett Johnson or Pastor Leslie.

Cleveland Academy Tutors

If you are interested in serving as a volunteer tutor this school year for our students at Cleveland Academy, please contact Mary Elizabeth Evans for more details.

Days, times, and frequency are flexible depending on your schedule!

There are many more opportunities for service available in our Ministry Finder!

Other News

Congregational Meeting

September 18

The Congregational Nominating Committee requests Session call a Congregational Meeting for Sunday, September 18, 2022, to be held immediately at the conclusion of the 11:00am Worship Service for the purpose of receiving and acting on a report from the Congregational Nominating Committee relative to the election of Ruling Elders and Deacons to the Class of 2025; and to elect Deacons to fill unexpired terms in the Class of 2023 and the Class of 2024.

Welcome Class begins Sunday, September 18

If you have recently joined, are interested in joining,

or just want to find out more about First Presbyterian Church, you are invited to attend the Welcome Class!

The class will meet four consecutive Sundays, beginning September 18, with the opportunity to join on October 9.

Registration is not mandatory but does help us with planning. If you would like to register for the class, please email our Administrative Assistant

for Congregational Care, Joanie Shackleton.

JOY Fellowship Asheville Trip

Thursday, September 22

On Thursday, September 22, the JOY Fellowship will travel to Asheville, NC to attend the Western NC Farmer’s Market and enjoy lunch together

at the Moose Café.

An optional trolley tour of downtown Asheville will take place after lunch.

To register, email

Joanie Shackleton.

Be the Church - Bring the Doughnuts!

Volunteers Needed

Beginning September 11, we need volunteers to pick up Doughnut Holes at the Krispy Kreme on North Church Street on Sunday mornings for the FLC Lobby.

There is no cost to you. You will need to pick these up and have them at the church by 8:15am.

Click here to sign up. Once you click “Submit” you will be emailed instructions. Thank you for your service!

Vaccination Clinic

October 12

Save the date! Our Vaccination Clinic with Skin and Bone Screening is scheduled for Wednesday, October 12, 2022 during Wednesdays At First. Drive-thru for Flu Shot only is scheduled for Tuesday, October 11, 2022.

Pre-registration required.

Cub Scouts Meeting

September 18

Our first Cub Scout meeting will be September 18th at the Scout Hut from 4:00 to 5:00 p.m. Returning and new Cub Scouts and their parents are welcome to join. A lot of exciting activities are planned for this year, and we hope to see you there!

Children's Music is Getting Ready to Pop!

Registration for both First Steps in Music (birth-age 3) and Children’s Choirs

(4K-Grade 5) is now open!

Space for First Steps in Music is limited, so sign up yourself and your child

by using these links:

First Steps in Music registration

Children’s Choir registration

Please send any questions to

Marcia Andrews.

First Presbyterian "Store"

FPC Tartan Ties and Scarves: Ties and scarves in the FPC tartan pattern are once again available for sale. The ties are $25, and the scarves are $35. You can order here or by contacting Lynise Clarke.

Bowties now are also available for $25.

Church Ornaments: First Presbyterian Church's 175th Anniversary postcard ornaments are available for $10.

The porcelain ornaments feature a picture of the Sanctuary with the anniversary date

1843-2018. Place your order here.