“Following Jesus” Congregational Book Read

Faith is not just a matter of confessing beliefs about Jesus, but of following Jesus, of living in a way that shows his face to the world. What might it mean to be guided by Jesus who draws you into an entirely new way of being – to dare to move out of and to let go of yourself to make room for him? For the season of Lent, First Presbyterian has chosen the book “Following Jesus: Finding Our Way Home in an Age of Anxiety” by Henri Nouwen to guide the movement from wandering on our own to following Jesus. There are several ways you can participate in this congregational read: Purchase the book in the Welcome Center on Sundays ($15) Participate in discussions with others: -Thursday night, 7-8:30 p.m. (led by Lisa and David Dillard, and Carol and Milt Childress) -Sunday School, March 9-April 13, 9:45-10:45 a.m., P206 (led by Parish Associates Dr. Rob Spach and Dr. Chuck Williamson) -Wednesdays, March 12-April 16, 12:15-1:15 p.m., C307 (led by Crystal Sellers and Garrell Keesler) bring your lunch -Or, form your own group using a prepared Study Guide The Lenten sermon series, “The Cost of Following Jesus” and the daily […]

CYPP Training

Zoom

Child and Youth Protection Policy: All church volunteers who plan to be involved with children and youth need to take this training once every three years. This particular training will take place on Zoom. Please make sure to register for the training! Once you register, you will find the Zoom link to join the class.

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Stated Monthly Session Meeting

Women’s Retreat

Montreat Conference Center 401 Assembly Dr, Montreat, NC, United States

Join us for a great weekend of intergenerational fellowship, study, spiritual growth, and relaxation in the beautiful mountains of Montreat. Our leader will be The Reverend Gail Henderson-Belsito. Gail has most recently served as the Associate Minister at Caldwell Presbyterian Church in Charlotte, and prior to serving there, was a beloved member of our First Presbyterian congregation! Single rooms are $330 and double rooms are $215.

CYPP Training

Zoom

Child and Youth Protection Policy: All church volunteers who plan to be involved with children and youth need to take this training once every three years. This particular training will take place on Zoom. Please make sure to register for the training! Once you register, you will find the Zoom link to join the class.

CYPP Training

P-209 200 West Trade Street, Charlotte, NC, United States

Come join us to complete your CYPP (Child and Youth Protection Policy) training. All adults at First Presbyterian Church who plan to volunteer with children and youth need to take this training once every three years. The training on this date is offered in person only and will take place in Room P-209. Please make sure to register so we know how many people to prepare for.

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Session Room

Stated Monthly Session Meeting (note date change due to Memorial Day Weekend)

Session Meeting

Session Room

Stated Monthly Session Meeting