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Update on our Covid Response
Dear Friends in Christ, As if you needed the reminder, the Delta Variant has made it clear that we are not yet finished dealing with Covid. Many organizations, from business to schools to churches, are again scrambling to figure out what is the safest and best way to adjust their plans in the short-term. We will discuss the matter at the August 22nd Session meeting, but we do strongly encourage all our members to wear masks and practice social distancing, not…
“Should This Sermon Make Us Happy” Summer 2021
Beginning the week of June 7, 2021, Dr. Shelton will be doing a study of Jesus’ famous “Sermon on the Mount”, as recorded in Matthew. He invites you to read Matthew 5-7 in preparation for the class and to do some personal reflection on the material. The Sermon on the Mount may be one of Jesus’ best-known but challenging teachings. As with other classes, a study guide for each week will be sent out and his lesson will be posted…
Friends in Faith Class Starting a New 6 Week Series on August 15, 2021
Friends in Faith Class Starting New Series on August 15, 2021 “Great Prayer of Thanksgiving” The Friends in Faith Sunday School Class will begin a new 6-week series on August 15th entitled “Great Prayer of Thanksgiving”. The Great Prayer of Thanksgiving is a central feature of the liturgy for the Lord’s Supper in Presbyterian and Reformed congregations. It is a major way for our congregation to praise God, proclaim the glorious mystery of salvation in Jesus Christ, and pray the…
Greetings from Niger! – July 29, 2021
Greetings from Niger! We want to thank you for your gift to our sending and support this year, which has been helping us continue to bridge cultures between the US and Niger to learn from each other. We firmly believe that to make a difference in a community, you have to connect with and make a difference in individual lives. Recently Michael was meeting with David, one of his younger colleagues whom he works with closely on some of the aspects…
FPC’s Book Club – June and July 2021
We are meeting in person at First Presbyterian Church of Kingsport! If you are interested, please send an email address to Cindy Sharitt. Feel free to call/email with any questions. cindysharitt@gmail.com or 706-577-1815.
Lemonade on the Lawn
Please join us for lemonade and homemade cookies on Sunday’s (May 23, May 30, June 6 and June 13) after worship at 12:00 p.m. This will be outside as you exit to the church parking lot.
Mask Mandate Lifted for Worship
Beginning this Sunday, May 30, you will no longer be required to wear a mask for Worship. It will be your personal choice as to whether you wear a mask or not. Guidelines regarding other activities will be announced soon. Thank you so much for your patience and understanding throughout this last year.
FPC Family Picnic May 16, 2021 12:00 p.m.
I hope everyone is doing well. This is an invite (details below) for an end of the year picnic at church right after the 11am service. All families are invited! We haven’t been together in too long and being outside is the safest option. The Sunday School teachers would love to see their kid’s faces before summer so try your best to attend. What: FPC Family Picnic When: Sunday May 16th 12pm Where: Outside in the field beside the columbarium. Park away from the field so…
2021 Nominating Committee Needs Your Help
YOUR 2021 NOMINATING COMMITTEE NEEDS YOUR HELP Paul Smith, Chair Matt King, ChairAgnese Goin Rebecca CombsSteve Miller Catherine Tucker It has been said that a church is no stronger, no more energetic, no more faithful, no more creative, no more courageous, and no more committed than those who provide its leadership. Your Nominating Committee needs your prayerful support and suggestions to identify those whom God is calling to lead us at this crucial time when we are searching for…
A Note From Your Parish Nurse
Greetings! As First Presbyterian and our local community begin to resume activities I wanted to give you an update about our Parish Nurse program. For those members that are not familiar with the program, I serve and care for our congregation with a focus on promoting, protecting and restoring health through a holistic approach. By addressing the physical, emotional and spiritual health of our members, I strive to educate, nurture, enable and empower members for quality, healthy living throughout their…
