CONGREGATIONAL MEETING NOVEMBER 9

The Session has approved a Congregational Meeting for Sunday, November 9, at 12:00noon in the Sanctuary and Worship & Arts Center for the purpose of electing Elders and Deacons for the Class of 2028. Please make every effort to attend this meeting. The Election Procedures brochure containing the slate of nominees is on the website, click here, and is also in the literature racks.

PRAYER FOR EGYPT MISSION TRIP TEAM

Please be in prayer for the medical team traveling to Egypt November 7–16. They will offer primary care for Sudanese refugees, eye care, and health education for nurses at the Cairo Evangelical Medical Center. They will also worship with our sister churches Ain Shams and El Zatoun and visit the FPC-sponsored church plants.

UPCOMING FRIDAYS AT FIRST PODCAST: CONFRONTING ALCOHOL ADDICTION

In the November 14 and 21 editions of the Fridays at First Podcast, Dr. Gibbons welcomes two special guests for an honest conversation about alcohol addiction. Both guests share their personal experiences, reflecting on when they recognized their struggle, sought help, and how faith has played a role in their recovery and ongoing sobriety. This moving discussion addresses a reality that impacts many families—especially during the holiday season. Don’t miss this powerful two-part series, and consider sharing it with others who may be encouraged by their stories.

Listen to Fridays@First on our YouTube channel (@FPCGreenvilleSC) or on your favorite podcast platform. Be sure to like, comment, and subscribe to stay connected! Want to get the Fridays@First eblast each week? Click here.

CONSIDER A GIFT OF STOCK

Giving appreciated stock held for more than a year can be a smart and tax-efficient way to support First Presbyterian Church. You avoid paying capital gains tax and receive full credit for the stock’s current value. If you wish to keep the stock in your portfolio, you can repurchase it at today’s price, resetting your cost basis. To make a stock gift, please contact Kristy Service (864.565.0929) or Bobby Hoffman (864.565.0962) for transfer details and to let the church know the donor name, stock, and whether the gift supports the ministry budget, capital campaign, or both.

LOOKING AHEAD

NOVEMBER
11: Veterans Day
12: Men's Ministry Cooking Demo
16: ONE Prayer Worship Service
17: Shoebox Collection Begins
30: Christmas for a Cause Market and Concert

DECEMBER
3: Family Advent Festival
4: Women's Christmas Luncheon
9: Service of Remembrance
13 & 14: Christmas@First Concerts

For more events and details click here.

Care Ministry, Don Feuerbach
ONE PRAYER WORSHIP SERVICE

Join us for an evening of unifying worship and prayer led by local church pastors on Sunday, November 16, at 5:00pm in the Worship & Arts Center. At ONE Prayer 2025, we will ask God together for greater local church unity in the Upstate, which Jesus prayed for in John 17. We believe that as we persevere in this prayer, local church unity will become a greater reality in our region. Free tickets are required for this event. Go to FirstPresGreenville.org/events.

Children’s Ministry, Tina Jones
FAMILY ADVENT FESTIVAL DECEMBER 3

Join us for the Family Advent Festival on Wednesday, December 3, 5:30–7:30pm in Fellowship Hall. It’s a great way to kick off the Advent season with your whole family by making a fun craft and enjoying Christmas cookies together! Register at FirstPresGreenville.org/Events for a family ticket that includes crafts, cookies, and beverages. Pizza and additional crafts are available as add-ons when purchasing a ticket. Space is limited.

Contemporary Worship, Graydon Tomlinson
CHRISTMAS FOR A CAUSE AND CHRISTMAS MARKET

Tickets for Christmas for a Cause, featuring Graydon Tomlinson and special guests, on Sunday, November 30, are nearly sold out. Don't delay in securing your seat! Tickets ($15) are on sale at FirstPresGreenville.org/events. All proceeds support the mission of Isaiah 117 House, which provides physical and emotional support in a safe and loving home for children awaiting placement. The pre-concert Christmas Market (open to the public) begins at 3:00pm in the Sturgis Gathering area, followed by the concert at 5:00pm in the Worship & Arts Center.

Men's Ministry, Charlie Buchanan
COOKING DEMO WITH CHEF MIKE ZEMKE

With Thanksgiving approaching, our very own Mike Zemke will be leading the men of First Pres in a cooking demonstration and revealing some insider tips on best practices for frying turkeys. All men of FPC are welcome to join us in the courtyard in front of Bridge City Coffee at the Intersection on Wednesday, November 12, 6:15–7:15pm for this time of fellowship and fun.

Fine Arts Ministry, Chelsea Fraser
OPENING RECEPTION NOVEMBER 7—WITNESS TO FAITH: THE BIBLICAL ART OF SADAO WANTANABE

You are invited to Witness to Faith: The Biblical Art of Sadao Watanabe, featuring original works of graphic art by Japan’s foremost Christian artist of the 20th century. Born in 1913, Japanese artist Sadao Watanabe dedicated his life to sharing the stories of the Bible through traditional stencil-print techniques. He combined Christian themes with Japanese artistic traditions, depicting biblical figures in kimonos and familiar cultural settings. His works are held in major museums worldwide, including the British Museum, MoMA, and the Vatican. This exhibition features more than 30 original prints, Christmas cards, and calendars. The exhibition will open in the Lenz Gallery on Friday, November 7. Join us for reception at 6:00pm in the Sturgis Gathering area. More details at FirstPresGreenville.org/events.

Women's Ministry, Tiffany Boggs
GIFTS WORTH GIVING WOMEN'S LUNCHEON

All women are invited to the annual Women's Christmas Luncheon on Thursday, December 4, 12:00pm in Fellowship Hall. Our special guest is singer and songwriter Emily Cupelli, who will bring a message of encouragement, prayer, faith, and hope. Cost is $15 for lunch and registration is open now. A pay at the door option is also available for cash only. Free childcare is offered (age 5 and under) with a deadline of November 28 (sign up online). Click here for more details and to register. Questions? Contact Tiffany Boggs at 864.565.0931.

Children’s Ministry, Tina Jones
FOSTER AND ADOPTION AWARENESS MONTH

This November, we’re bringing awareness to the needs of vulnerable children in the Upstate and inviting you to be a part as we fulfill the calling outlined in James 1:27: “Religion that God our Father accepts as pure and faultless is this: to look after orphans and widows in their distress and to keep oneself from being polluted by the world.” Please join us in praying for waiting children, ongoing advocacy efforts, and the dedication of those already caring for vulnerable children. For a weekly list of ways you can pray and get involved, click here.

Events Productions, Caleb Miller
PRODUCTION SERVICES WANTS YOU!

As we head into the holiday season we need help to create meaningful and dynamic experiences through sound, lighting, video, and stagecraft. No experience? No problem! We provide training. Serve behind the scenes and make a big impact. Please email productions@firstpresgreenville.org for more details. We’d love to have you on the team!

Missions, Eric Swofford
FEBRUARY MISSION TRIP REGISTRATION IS OPEN

Join us February 11–18, 2026, for a mission trip to the Dominican Republic! Our team will partner with Misiones Maranatha/El Buen Samaritano and Eastern Dominican Christian Mission to serve families in need through food distribution, medical and dental clinics, and eye care. No medical experience is required—just a willing heart to serve. Registration is open, click here. Questions? Contact Autumn Clark at aclark@firstpresgreenville.org.