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Bulletin – July 28, 2024
Reception for Mark DavisPlease join us as we bid farewell to our music director, Mark Davis, who is retiring after more than 18 years at First Presbyterian. A reception honoring Mark will be held in the church foyer following the 11:00 a.m. worship service Sunday. Congregational MeetingA congregational meeting will be held August 11 for the purpose of calling Russ Pearson to the associate pastor position. Later that day, the Ordination and Installation service will be held at 3:00 p.m. with a reception to…
To Be Continued…In Us – A Sermon Series on Acts Beginning May 5, 2024
Beginning May 5, 2024, Dr. Shelton will do a sermon series entitled “TO BE CONTINUED”, based on Acts. Luke, its author, calls it “ACTS OF APOSTLES” but it might be called the ACTS OF HOLY SPIRIT. Acts was never meant to be APOSTLES’ GREATEST HITS. The main character wasn’t John, Peter, or Paul but the HOLY SPIRIT. Luke picks up after Easter. The Disciples wait in an Upper Room, huddled in fear. The HOLY SPIRIT comes in a mighty way…
Day of Service Second Harvest Food Bank August 21, 2024
Second Harvest Food Bank will be ramping up in preparation for “Food for Kids” back to school program in August. First Presbyterian Church volunteers will assemble there on August 21 to put packaged food items into bags and boxes for delivery to Kingsport Elementary Schools’ children in need. This is typically a busy time of year at the Food Bank, and our contributions of time and talents are always greatly appreciated. If you would like to participate in this important…
Bulletin – July 14, 2024
Ice Cream Social SundayPlease come and join us on Sunday, July 14, for an Ice Cream Social after the second service in the Fellowship Center. We will serve ice cream and a variety of toppings, so don’t miss this special treat!
Day of Service Second Harvest Food Bank July 17, 2024
First Presbyterian Church volunteers will gather for a day of fun, fellowship and service at Second Harvest Food Bank on July 17, 2024. Everyone is welcome: members, visitors, family and friends! Summer months offer an opportunity for students (10yrs and up) to join in the fun! Please contact Bob Stoots by email, cell or text (423-782-6280) to register for either or both morning session (10am-Noon) or afternoon session (1pm-3pm). We would love to have you join in!
Bulletin – June 16, 2024
Space for GraceJune 16 ~ 9:45 a.m.Fellowship CenterAll are welcome! Second Harvest WorkdayThe next First Presbyterian Church day of service at Second Harvest Food Bank will be on June 19. Everyone is welcome! Please contact Bob Stoots by email, cell or text (423-782-6280) to register for either or both morning session (10 am – Noon) or afternoon session (1-3 pm). We would love to see you there!
Bulletin – June 9, 2024
Lemonade on the Lawn!Please join us for Lemonade on the Lawn this Sunday after both services. We will serve homemade cookies and lemonade in the hallway leading from the chapel after the first service, and after the 11:00 a.m. service we will serve the lemonade and cookies outside under the Porte-cochere. Come and join us for this delightful treat!