Events

Pack your comfy clothes, your hiking shoes, and your favorite mug—we’re heading back to the mountains! Join the women of First Presbyterian Church for a weekend of rest, laughter, and renewal at beautiful Montreat Conference Center, May 1–3, 2026. Hosted by Presbyterian Women, this retreat is a chance to step away from your everyday routine and make space for God, yourself, and one another. We’re especially excited to welcome back The Rev. Christopher Edmonston, a former FPC associate pastor. Christopher is a gifted preacher, teacher, and retreat leader—and a dear friend to many at First Presbyterian. He’ll guide us through meaningful times of study and conversation as we grow together in faith. In between sessions, you’ll have plenty of time to wander the Black Mountain shops, join a hike, read by the lake, or simply sit and visit with friends. New this year, Friday and Saturday dinners will be catered by Red Radish and Ole Guacamole, so all you have to do is show up and enjoy. Choose what works best for you: Double room: $230 per person Single room: $355 (Cost includes lodging, meals, program, and fees.) Registration opens January 8 and closes January 30. Space is limited, and […]

Hey ladies—you're invited to the Presbyterian Women's Birthday Dinner! Join us on Wednesday, May 7 at 5:30 p.m. as we celebrate the past year and look ahead with joy and anticipation. The evening begins with drinks in the courtyard, followed by a festive dinner and program in Wood Fellowship Hall. The night will include remarks from our moderator, the installation of new officers, and the presentation of Honorary Life Memberships—a special honor given to women who have made a deep and lasting impact on our church. This year’s meal will be a salad bar with lemon garlic chicken, Mediterranean-style salmon, shrimp pasta, roasted veggies, fruit salad, hummus with pita bread, croutons, cheese, and homemade dressings. Dessert options include a lemon-and-cream-layered shortbread cake and a black-tie mousse cake. Please come celebrate with us!