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New Bible Study Starting February 9, 2022 “The Apostles Creed”
You are invited to a new Wednesday Night Class, starting on February 9, where Dr. Shelton will lead a discussion of the “Apostles Creed,” based on author Adam Hamilton’s book, “Creed: What Christians Believe.” You can attend either in person or watch online. Like our Fall session, there will be no dinner provided, but you may bring your food to class. Please pick up a book at the church office (only $5.00) or you may buy it online. CREED: WHAT…
Women’s Connection Conference 2022 at Montreat
This year the Women’s Connection Conference at Montreat is August 12-14. We have reserved Reynolds Lodge where we stayed in 2021. The house and has limited spots available. Read the flyer that is attached below for all your information. Quick info:To register: sign up as a commuter on Montreat’s website until June 28, 2022. Click here to sign up. The cost to support meals is $25 and should be given to Russ. Find more information in the flyer below. If you…
INVITE SOMEONE TO JOIN YOU AT FIRST PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH-KINGSPORT
INVITE SOMEONE TO JOIN YOU AT FIRST PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH-KINGSPORT Attractive, oversized postcards have been developed to make it easy for you to send a brief, personalized message to a new neighbor or anyone you think could benefit from a visit to First Presbyterian Church, to join us in FELLOWSHIP, WORSHIP, STUDY, SERVICE. Postcards will be on the round table in the church foyer for you to address, sign with a friendly invitation and mail. This is a great way you…
The Parables of Jesus Bible Study – September 15, 2021 – November 3, 2021
“The Autobiography of God”…starting on Sept 15th, Dr. Shelton will be doing a study of Jesus’ parables. In Jesus, God’s autobiography, his self-disclosure is being written and revealed in a unique way: through parables. You can take the class in person or online. Mike will post material for the online participants and hand out material for those taking it in person. Below is the schedule of weekly classes to be held through November 3. September 15 What parables are, different…
Count Me In!… 2021-2022 Stewardship Campaign
Count Me In!… Why we give is more important to God than what we give. Lest you think I am talking only about money, then I will tip you off: I do not care about your money. I care more about you. If you never gave a dime to this church but served in its ministry, it would be okay with me. But I am not Jesus. What he thinks about you matters more than what I think. Our stewardship…
FPC Featured in the Kingsport Times News “Sunday Stories” August 22, 2021
On Sunday, August 22, 2021 First Presbyterian Church was the feature article on the front page of the “Sunday Stories.”
“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…
