Enjoy a relaxing summer float with Lazy River Tubing on the Pacolet, a fun and easygoing outing for families, friends, and solo adventurers. This trip offers a peaceful way to spend time outdoors as you meander down gentle currents and take in the beauty of the river. Designed for all experience levels, this offering is […]
Join us for a local hike of Peter's Creek and Heritage Preserve! This hike is a three mile round trip trail. It is designed to be accessible, welcoming, and enjoyable for a wide range of ages and fitness levels. We will begin at 8:00am for more enjoyable weather conditions. Whether you are an experienced hiker […]
Open to current 8th - 12th graders The Montreat Youth Conference affirms youth in their calling to be and to shape the church of Jesus Christ. Our desire is to help youth come to know and believe that they are the beloved of God and to be a place where authenticity, community, connection, and God’s […]
This summer, Lemonade on the Lawn will offer multiple opportunities to gather for fellowship on the last Sunday of the month. After worship, everyone is invited to enjoy lemonade, a sweet treat, and time together outside as we celebrate the joy of being together as a church family.
On Sunday, August 2, FPC will collect pantry donations for St. Luke’s Free Medical Clinic, a Spartanburg nonprofit providing quality health care to low-income, uninsured residents. Donations will help support St. Luke’s patients in need with practical care beyond the exam room. This is a meaningful way to care for the whole person and support […]
Tickled Pink Women’s Bible Study invites all women to a cheerful mid-summer Pop-Up Party filled with nibbles, friendship, fun, and faith. Wear pink, bring a friend, and join us for a relaxed gathering designed to help everyone reconnect, enjoy a brief devotion, and receive a spirit boost in the middle of the summer season. Friends […]
Children, youth, and teachers are invited to bring their backpacks and/or laptops to both the Contemporary Worship and Traditional Worship services for a special Blessing of the Backpacks. Together, we will pray for students, teachers, school staff, and families as they begin a new year of learning, growth, and discovery. This meaningful tradition is a […]
Approaching Medicare eligibility within the next few years or months? Do you have questions about annual enrollment that occurs between October 15 and December 7? Come enjoy lemonade and cookies and join Wendy Flemming-Bailey, a Medicare Market Specialist, on Thursday, August 13, 2026, @ 2:00 p.m. in the Large Private Dining Room. Wendy will provide […]
Join with women from around our regions and country in the quiet beauty of Montreat for “Horizon Gazing: Hope in the Here and Now.” This year's keynote speaker is Dr. Kristin Kobes Du Mez, author of the New York Times bestselling book Jesus and John Wayne. First Presbyterian has secured 20 registrations together with housing and meals for […]
Join us on Sunday, August 16, as we launch the 2026–2027 youth ministry year! Youth volunteer training will take place from 5:00–6:00pm in the FLC Room F205, followed by our Youth Signing Day from 6:00–7:00pm in the Youth room, where we will kickoff the fun and sign the covenant for the year ahead. We cannot […]
Wednesdays at First (WAF) returns Wednesday, August 19, with a special “Welcome Back WAF” dinner! Join us in Fogartie Hall from 5:00 to 7:00 p.m. for good food around the table with our church family. This first gathering will include dinner and fellowship with open play in the gym available for children from 5:45 to […]
Join us for a special combined Sunday School led by Rev. Dr. Thomas K. Tewell. Together, we will explore his thought-provoking topic, “The Best Time to Plant a Tree.” Based on Psalm 1 & Matthew 13:1-9, the Parable of the Sower. Throughout his 40+ years in pastoral ministry, Tom has served the First Presbyterian Church […]