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Poinsettia Sale
Poinsettias are available for purchase ($10 each) in memory, honor, or gratitude to decorate the church for Christmas. Plants may be taken home following the 5:30 pm Christmas Eve worship service in Loudon Hall or after the 11 pm Christmas Eve worship service in the sanctuary. The deadline to order is December 7.
Thanksgiving in a Bag
It’s time for Thanksgiving in a Bag! Help a family in need this season by filling a bag with groceries and a making a $20 donation for a refrigerated ham by stopping by the welcome table after church, mailing a check, or donating online.
Bach Festival of Central Florida
November 9, 2025
3:00 pm | Sanctuary | Free
Conducted by Dr. Larry Sledge, the ensemble of auditioned singers and professional orchestra regularly performs music by Bach and his contemporaries.
Annual Chili Cook-Off
Sunday, November 9 | 4:30 – 6:30 pm
Loudon Hall
Think your chili has what it takes to win over the crowd? Gather a team, fire up your best recipe, and join us for an afternoon of great food and friendly competition.
FPC Holds Annual Kirkin’ o’ the Tartans Worship Service
FPC’s annual Kirkin’ o’ the Tartans will be held on Sunday, Oct. 26 in the 10:30 am Classic Worship service. All are invited to this traditional blessing of the families.
Framing the Message
How to Create Posts and Videos for Social Media
Saturday, October 11 | 10 am
Youth Hall | FREE
We invite anyone (all ages!) who has an interest in creating a more engaging social media presence for yourself and in being able to create and share posts of the good that is happening at FPC.
Teachings of Jesus Call us to Love
Rev. Richard Phillips, FPC Care Ministry Coordinator, re-reads Jesus’ teaching that call us to love one another.
Performing Arts Series
At First Presbyterian Church, we believe that the arts are a powerful means to glorify God, uplift the spirit, and bring our community closer together. Check the calendar to see what is coming up >>
OAM Trip to Manatee Village
Monday, November 17
Manatee Village Historical Park Tour in Bradenton. Leave at 8 am, Return about 4:30 pm. Cost $20 + Lunch at Oak & Stone in Bradenton. Money due November 14.
Generations Sunday
Sunday, October 12
Our Surrender youth group will be leading in our 10:30 am Classic service, and we will have a congregational meeting following the 10:30 am services. We will then gather for our Generations Sunday potluck honoring our Faithful Fifties and enjoying the children’s choir.