THANK YOU FOR YOUR GENEROUS CONTRIBUTIONS!

Mother’s Day Offering donations totaled $6,538. You may still contribute online at https://www.prescommunities.org/mother-s-day-offering.
Student Ministry Dominican Republic Mission Trip donations totaled $34,000. To contribute to the mission trip, click here.

STUDENT MINISTRY JOB OPENING

FPC has a strong student ministry program with a large number of students who are active during our weekly programs. We are looking for someone to work well with our already-existing two-person team to help shepherd our students. For more information about this position, click here.

WELCOME BACK TO CALEB JIVA THIS SUMMER IN THE WORSHIP & MUSIC MINISTRY

Caleb Jiva is a rising senior at North Greenville University, majoring in music worship studies. In addition to his studies, Caleb loves writing new music, and in the last year has had works premiered at First Pres, North Greenville, and the Fine Arts Center of Greenville. In his third summer working with the church, Caleb is looking forward to gaining experience in both traditional and contemporary music worship, learning about important theological principles, and serving the congregation for one last summer, especially the music campers!

NEW TIME FOR FIRST AND FOREMOST ON FOX CAROLINA—Now Airing Sundays at 10:00am

Our weekly First and Foremost broadcast on Fox Carolina has moved to a new time—10:00am, right after the Sunday morning news (previously 10:30am). This 30-minute program features highlights from our worship service and reaches viewers across the Upstate and western North Carolina. Please help us spread the word! If you know someone who watches regularly, be sure to let them know about the updated time.

2025 GRADUATES TO BE ANNOUNCED IN JUNE

FPC members and family members who are 2025 (or August/December 2024) graduates of High School, College, Graduate School, and Seminary will be announced in early June. To be included, click here or contact Austin Clay (aclay@firstpresgreenville.org) by Friday, May 30.

SANCTUARY FLOWER OPENINGS IN JUNE

You may purchase flowers for the Sanctuary and dedicate them in honor or memory of loved ones on Sundays, June 1, 8, or 29. Please contact Linda Slash at 864.235.0496 to reserve a date.

MEMORIAL DAY

The FPC Military Ministry reminds all to pause and unite with fellow Americans in the “National Moment of Remembrance” at 3:00pm, Monday, May 26.

LOOKING AHEAD

May 30: Graduate List Deadline
June 9-12: VBS/Day Missions
June 9-12: Music Camp
June 12: Music Camp Showcase
July 18: A Night of Good News with Illusionists The Laflins

Discipleship, Claire Ripley
WOMEN’S 6-WEEK SUMMER BIBLE STUDY

Finding I AM; How Jesus Fully Satisfies the Cry of Your Heart by Lysa TerKeurst
In John’s Gospel, Jesus reveals His divine identity through a series of profound declarations known as the “I AM” statements. These statements are more than poetic metaphors; they are personal revelations from Jesus about who He is and what He came to do. This same study will be offered at three different times each week starting Tuesday, June 17, at 9:30am and 6:00pm, and Wednesday, June 18, at 9:30am. Childcare is available for the Wednesday morning study with registration. Register now by clicking here and purchase your book in the church bookstore. Please contact Charlotte Joye (cjoye@firstpresgreenville.org) or Tiffany Boggs (tiffanyboggs3@gmail.com) with questions.

Discipleship, Claire Ripley
MONTHLY WOMEN’S SUMMER BIBLE STUDY

Lemonade and Learning: The Lord’s Prayer
Join us for Bible study and light refreshments on Wednesdays at 10:00am in Fellowship Hall: June 18, July 16, and August 13. (No registration required.) Our study will be led by Rev. Dr. Claire Ripley, Rev. Don Feuerbach, and Fine Arts Director Chelsea Fraser.

Discipleship, Claire Ripley
PASTOR'S WEDNESDAY BIBLE STUDY

Join us on May 28th from 12:30 – 1:00pm in Fellowship Hall as Rev. Charlie Buchanan teaches the Luncheon Bible Study. The study is also live streamed. Click here to watch . Lunch is served at 11:45am. For the menu and cost for the meal click here.

Fine Arts Ministry, Chelsea Fraser
NEXT ART & FAITH LUNCH JUNE 6

FPC Arts’ Art & Faith Lunch welcomes all creative souls to come and fellowship at noon in Bridge City at the Intersection Café. Our next Art & Faith Lunch will feature YOU! Bring some of your work to share with others, and we look forward to having a creative share time together. All are welcome to this free event on Friday, June 6, at 12:00noon.

Sports Ministry, Caleb McKisic
SUMMER ADULT PICKLEBALL CHALLENGE

Join us for the Summer Pickleball Challenge League, July 7–August 31. Play unlimited challenge matches and schedule your matches anywhere, anytime. The top six teams in each division will qualify to opt in to our postseason tournament to be held August 18–31. Cost is $25 for your first division. Registration includes an indoor open play membership at the Graham Gym. Register today at FirstPresSports.com.

Sports Ministry, Caleb McKisic
SUMMER YOUTH BASKETBALL LEAGUE

Join us for the Summer Basketball Youth League and Skills Clinics located in the Graham Gym. The season, which runs June 9–July 26 for K5-12th graders, will include several games, jamborees, and clinics each week. Registration ends May 31. Visit FirstPresSports.com or contact Caleb McKisic at info@CSARec.com for details.

Student Ministry, Mason Simmons
SUMMER STUDENT MINISTRY ACTIVITIES

All Jr. and Sr. High students are invited to join us for a fun-filled summer of weekly activities, both on campus and off! A save-the-date schedule was shared recently, and detailed event info will be updated regularly on our website. To stay in the loop, sign up for the Roots Weekly Email. It’s the best way to get timely updates and reminders. To subscribe, contact Mason Simmons at msimmons@firstpresgreenville.org or Courtney Rockness at crockness@firstpresgreenville.org.

Children’s Ministry, Tina Jones
WE’RE COUNTING DOWN!

We are now only three weeks away from Vacation Bible School and Day Missions! Over 450 children and youth will hear and experience the gospel through worship, Bible dramas, service, and games. There are still openings for volunteers. Visit the website to sign up to help either VBS or Day Missions. It’s a week you won’t want to miss! Contact Tina Jones with questions (tjones@firstpresgreenville.org).

Children’s Ministry, Tina Jones
DAY MISSIONS PUSH WEEK

Day Missions is just around the corner, and we are still in need of drivers/chaperones and items for those in low-income housing and the homeless. We have extended the collection date to Sunday, May 25. See below for the lists of supplies needed. Please drop off donations at the Children’s Ministry desk near the nursery lobby. Questions? Contact Karen King at 864.565.0936 or kking@firstpresgreenville.org. Thank you for being a part of “Transforming the Heart of the City through the Love of Jesus Christ!”

NECESSITY ITEMS: Kleenex (box), Paper towels, Full-size body soap bar, Toilet paper, Shampoo (16–20 oz), Dish detergent (30 oz), Deodorant (2–3 oz), Ziploc baggies (any size), Laundry detergent pods (14–20 count), Wafer cookies (sleeve – any flavor), Trash bags (13-gallon)

HOMELESS KITS: Comb, Toothbrush, Small tubes of toothpaste, Hotel-size shampoo, Hotel-size body soap, Small mini-size deodorant, Handi-wipes (travel size), Hand sanitizer (travel size), Snack/gum (individually wrapped packs), Chapstick/lip balm, Socks, Hotel-size lotion, Reading glasses (any strength – used or new)