"Let Praises Fill the Sky: A Sacred Journey from Ascension to Trinity" This annual music-led service will feature the Sanctuary Choir and guest instrumentalists in worship that begins at the Easter season's end and takes us through Jesus' ascension, Pentecost, and Trinity Sunday, all in one service. You'll hear soaring music sure to lift your spirits and fill your hearts as we worship together.
Join us in the spirit of fellowship for our Spring Congregational Luncheon! The church will be providing fried chicken, rolls, and beverages. Therefore, we are asking each family to bring a potluck contribution to share. Please register for this event, as we will need a correct head count. There will be tables and chairs, but bring a blanket if you prefer! Please use the guidelines below so we have a great variety of meals to share. We hope to see you there! Potluck contributions (One per family): Last names beginning with A-I: Dessert, J-R: Side, S-Z: Salad
Join us for a complimentary breakfast to learn how to maximize techniques for your estate planning. Experts will explore opportunities to make tax-advantaged giving during life and beyond. There is no charge for breakfast, but please RSVP so we can order accordingly. The breakfast will begin at 9:30, and the presentation will begin at 10.
The church building is closed for Juneteenth.
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Every Sunday from June 8 to August 16, gather for a casual opportunity to explore, ask questions, and develop new appreciation for texts that shape our faith. Rob Spach, Parish Associate, will provide the text and guide the conversation each week. This offering is open to all ages. No registration needed—just show up if you want to participate!
The church building is closed for Independence Day.
Details and registration coming soon! Open to all youth in grades 6-8 (graduated and rising).
Registration coming soon. Open to all youth who are rising 9th graders through rising 12th graders.
Grandparents and grandchildren who are interested in spending time together whilst sharing stories about God’s love are invited to a special event from July 21-23, 2025. "Grands Camp" will be structured like an all-ages Bible School. Participants will enjoy Bible stories, art projects, music, service projects, snacks, and more. If you would love to share time with your grandchildren in a space with structure for learning and plenty of space to play, give Grands Camp a try! Children in grades Pre-K all the way through 5th grade are welcome to participate. Activities will be designed to accommodate all ages of learners. (Children under three are too young for this offering.) $25 covers the cost of snacks and service activities for your whole family. We suggest no more than 2 kids per grand. "Grandparent" is a loose term and we don’t aim to leave anyone out! An adult with kids in any format is great with us! Volunteers are needed to make the week a success! If you have time to give Grands Camp. please reach out to dphillips@firstpres-charlotte.org
Do you need a great summer read? Do you have a perfect cornbread recipe that you would love to show off? Did you daydream about rafting down the Mississippi with Huck Finn? You’re in luck! All are invited on Sunday, July 27, following Worship to discuss Percival Everett’s book James, winner of the Pulitzer Prize for Fiction! The book is a reimagining of the childhood favorite Huckleberry Finn, told from the perspective of the enslaved Jim. Come enjoy a complimentary barbeque lunch, cornbread tasting, and a brief overview of the book (by retired high school U.S. literature & AP Language teacher Barbara Williamson), followed by a table discussion. What a wonderful opportunity to connect with friends mid-summer and be part of a lively discussion! If you want to show off your best cornbread recipe, please email Catie Crain (craincatie@gmail.com).
When? August 4-8 from 9am-1pm. Who? Ages 3 years old (potty-trained only) through 5th grade. Cost? No cost! Every family who sends a child to VBS will be required to volunteer their time. You will find available time slots on this registration form. We will provide a remote working room for working parents who may need to send an email or take a call during volunteering.
The church building is closed for Labor Day.
The church building will close at noon for the Thanksgiving holiday.
The church building is closed for the Thanksgiving holiday.
