Welcome to

First Presbyterian Church

 


400 W. Main St., Laurens, South Carolina
(864) 984-6561

                    First Presbyterian Church is a worshipping community of disciples of Jesus Christ seeking to welcome, equip, transform, serve and witness as a family of faith.

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Worship Aids

Everyone in the church family is reminded that there are large print hymnals and listening aids available for personal use during the worship services. Please contact one of the ushers if you or someone you know are in need of  these items to make your participation in worship services more meaningful each week.

A LOOK AHEAD

Area Youth
Please check the Youth Ministry page for current activities and opportunities.

 Opportunities to Volunteer
Hospice of Laurens
Laurens Store
681-1312
Clinton Store
833-1314

Hunter Hall
Courtyard Area
Ideas are requested for potential uses of the courtyard area adjacent to Hunter Hall.
Contact any member of the Property Committee

Wednesdays on
West Main

First Baptist Church
Supper at 5:30 p.m.
Bible Study at 6:00 p.m.

Vacation Bible School

Thanks to everyone for a successful event.
100 people of all ages attended.


         Reminder

DONATE  inactive /old cell phones to help First Steps. There is a box in the hallway outside the sanctuary. 

They do not need any accessories or chargers.

 For more information, call the

First Steps Office (984-8130).

 

 

 

 

 

 


Morning Worship Service Sunday July 5, 2009 11:00 am

Sermon :   "Soul Food"  Dr Elliot
Scripture:    Isaiah 55:1-5; John 6:25-35
                      
 
( Child care provided during Sunday Morning Service )

Attendance Report June 28,  2009

Sunday School -- 87
Worship Service -- 209

Prayer Ministry

     Prayer ministry is available in the parlor (first room on the right) immediately after the worship service
     each Sunday for anyone who desires prayer for personnel needs or for the needs of a loved  one. 
 

Elder Nominations

    Members of the Elder Nominating Committee are beginning the important task of selecting nominees
    for the Elder Class of 2012. Anyone who has suggestions for possible nominees is asked to contact
    a member of the committee: Patsy Adams, Jennifer Brown, Josh Kay, Wayne Neal, or
    Ellen Gray Williams.

                   
       

Search for a Director of Christian Education
   
A search committee was presented to the Session at our recent Session Retreat, as well as the
     job description, for the staff position of DCE. The search committee is as follows:
     Julie Edwards-- Chair
     Caroline Barker
     Bill Childers
     Robbie Hill
     Gail Parker

Automated External Defibrillator ( AED )
     We are happy to report that an Automated External Defibrillator   AED is now available
     for use in our church buildings. It is mounted on the wall outside the sanctuary. Signs will be installed at the
     entrances to the buildings indicating the availability of this life saving tool. Look for further information.


   Looking for Opportunities for Christian Education?

     Preschoolers
            Music time and Bible lessons are provided by teachers and caregivers during Sunday School time
     on Sunday mornings.
      Elementary school grades (1-5)
            
These students are studying the Teachings of Jesus.
      Middle School students grades (6-8)
            
These students are part of the Confirmation Class and are concentrating on pre-teen skills.

  ( Note: We are looking for teachers for Summer Sunday School. Anyone interested please
      contact the Church Office.  Opportunities for just one Sunday or multiple Sundays for the summer are available.)


      "Fireproof Your Marriage"

     A six-session study founded on Biblical principles for strong, God-centered, life long marriages.
    The study will be presented during Sunday School beginning on June 28.

 

 


 

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Interested in visiting our church?  We strive to be a worshipping community of disciples of Jesus Christ who seek to welcome, equip, transform, serve and witness as a family of faith.  Look at our web pages, check out our Pastor's page, call or visit our church office.

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