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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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 >>

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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.

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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.

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What Books Are On Your Nightstand?

FPC’s staff offers a glimpse into their lives as they share their favorite books of 2025 so far.

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OAM Trip to Silver Springs

Friday, October 17
8:00 am | Meet at Church
Cost: $35 + lunch
We will have a 1 1/2-hour boat tour then lunch on your own and some time to explore the Boardwalk and/or nature trail before leaving at 3:30 pm to return to church about 6 pm.

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Festival Singers of Florida 2025

September 6 | 7:00 pm
Sanctuary | FREE
The Festival Singers of Florida are a diverse group of singers from all over Florida. Under the direction of Dr. Kevin Fenton, their programs offer a variety of vocal styles and highlight the beauty of the human voice.

Who We Are

The mission of First Presbyterian Church is to make and mature disciples for Jesus Christ.

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