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. A commissioning will be held this Sunday at the 11:00am worship service.

COMMITMENTS FOR 2026

If you missed the Moment of Commitment last Sunday, please turn in your commitment card to the church office, in the offering plate, or by mail. Cards are available in the pew holders and literature racks. You can also set up contributions online at FirstPresGreenville.org/Give. Thank you to those who have faithfully returned commitments thus far!

STUDENT MINISTRY JOB OPENING

The Student Discipleship Director at First Presbyterian Church provides leadership and oversight for a biblically based discipleship program for students in grades 6–12 and young adults ages 18–22. This role develops and implements ministry goals, mentors students, equips volunteers, and fosters spiritual growth through teaching, worship, and outreach. The Director ensures strong communication with families, plans and coordinates events, and collaborates with other ministry areas to create seamless transitions between age groups. This position requires spiritual maturity, relational leadership, and a commitment to the mission, values, and theological foundation of the church. Click here for more information.

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.

FALL BACK NOVEMBER 2

Daylight Saving Time ends this Sunday, November 2. Don’t forget to turn back your clocks on Saturday night.

HOLIDAY SEASON IN THE BOOKSTORE

Looking for the perfect Christmas gift for a friend, family member, or new believer? Visit Books & Gifts @ First, where you’ll find more than great reading materials. Explore a wide selection of devotionals, greeting cards, faith-based artwork, ornaments, home goods, and even edible treats—all thoughtfully chosen to help you share the love of Christ through your giving. Complimentary gift wrapping is available. For holiday hours, visit FirstPresGreenville.org/bookstore.

LOOKING AHEAD

NOVEMBER
9: Hollis Angel Trees Up
9: Congregational Meeting
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
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

Get your tickets now for Christmas for a Cause, featuring Graydon Tomlinson and special guests, on Sunday, November 30. The pre-concert Christmas Market will begin at 3:00pm in the Sturgis Gathering area, followed by the concert at 5:00pm in the Worship & Arts Center. 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.

Children’s Ministry, Tina Jones
OPERATION CHRISTMAS CHILD COLLECTION SITE VOLUNTEERS NEEDED

First Pres is an official Operation Christmas Child shoebox drop-off location for downtown Greenville. If you would like to serve during one of the shifts at the collection site, please contact Teresa Hannon at 864.907.4794 or email twhannon@aol.com. For the collection schedule, visit FirstPresGreenville.org/events.

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.” As more children in our communities and around the world need families, 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.

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.

Missions, Eric Swofford
HOLLIS ANGEL TREES

Hollis Angel Trees will be up throughout the church on November 9! Please choose an angel and purchase gifts that will be placed in our annual Christmas Store, where parents of Hollis students will shop for their children’s Christmas gifts. You can also purchase gifts online and ship the gifts to the church by November 26. Tree Locations: Worship & Arts Center, Loggia, and Abbott Gathering area. Contact Christy Glenn (864.908.5699) with questions about the Angel Tree process. Contact Cara Morris (cnmorris915@gmail.com) to volunteer.

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.