The next community exhibition, Mending a Heart: One Brushstroke at a Time, demonstrates “painting through tragedy, tears, illness, despair, regrets, fear, forgiveness, courage, survival, joy, hope, and healing. It is amazing how creative grief and love can be,” says artist, Suzanne Accetta.

The Opening Reception will take place on Friday, September 5 from 6-8pm in the Sturgis Gathering Space. All are welcome to come and see the exhibition and meet the artist! The exhibit will be located on the 1st and 2nd floors of the Galleries at First Pres.

On Friday, November 7, we will welcome works from the Japanese print artist, Sadao Watanabe, to the Lenz Gallery. He is best known for his prints that meld biblical imagery with the traditional Japanese folk art known as mingei. Watanabe's work portrays the Christian gospel with a distinctive use of crumpled wet paper mixed with mineral pigments suspended in soy milk, known as katazome.

"Witness to Faith" serves as a visual testament ("witness") to his Christian faith through biblical scenes. Stay tuned for more details soon.

At ONE Prayer 2025, we are continuing to ask God together for greater local church unity in the Upstate. We are praying for the kind of unity for which Jesus prayed in John 17. We believe that as we persevere in this prayer, local church unity will become a greater reality in our region.

Come join us for an evening of unifying worship and prayer led by local church leaders on Sunday, November 16, 2025 at 5:00pm at First Presbyterian Church!

Christmas Concert For A Cause, featuring Graydon Tomlinson and special guests, on Sunday, November 30. The pre-concert Christmas Market will begin at 3:00pm, followed by the concert at 5:00pm in the Worship & Arts Center. Tickets ($15) are on sale at the link below on Sunday, October 12.

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.