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VBS 2025
June 9 – 13 | 9am-12pm
For all kids 4 years to 5th grade
This year we will trek the tundra, and explore how easy it is to lose sight of what’s true in our wild world today. Find out more . . .

Mentoring is about showing up
Mentoring doesn’t require special knowledge. It simply calls for your consistent presence in someone’s life. Josh Schweitzer, Director of Discipleship, shares insights on how to be an exceptional mentor.

Men’s Trivia Lunch
Saturday, June 6 | 12 – 3 pm | $10
All of the men of the church (18+) are invited to come eat wings, compete in Trivia, and discuss what it means to be mentored.

Kincart Prayer Garden Tells the Bible Story in a Unique Way
Lakeland is blessed with an abundance of parks, lakes, and gardens. The Kincart Prayer Garden at First Presbyterian Church (FPC) is unique in that it offers visitors not only a serene place to sit for a moment but a walking tour of plants that might be found in Biblical times and locations. The garden was […]

Selby Gardens Tour
Tuesday, June 3 | Meet at Church 7:30 am | Return to Church 7 pm | $50 + Food on separate checks
Join us for a tour of a special exhibition “George Harrison: A Gardner’s Life” at Selby Gardens in Sarasota with an early supper at Der Dutchman.

Talbot House Tour
May 14th | Meet at Church by 11 | Return by 2 pm
We will learn about the many things Talbot House does to help the homeless in Polk County as we visit their many buildings including the clinic, housing, offices and Solutions Workshop. No cost but need RSVP by May 11.

Golfing Tradition Lives on at FPC
The Snow Golf Tournament will be held for the 56th time this year. It is a testament to the fellowship of FPC and the devotion of its founders, Peggy and the late Harold Snow.




