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On Ramp New Members’ Class
Interested in becoming a member of FPC Atlanta? You are invited to attend our On Ramp class scheduled for, Sunday, June 1st, from 12:15 p.m. – 2:30 p.m. Lunch will be served and childcare will be provided. Please email Sheila Daniely at sdaniely@firstpresatl.org for more information.
All Church Retreat
Montreat Conference Center, Montreat, NC, August 29-September 1, 2025
Registration is now open! Discounted rates available through June 15th.
Arts Ministry
FPC Spring Symphony Experience
For those who have come to our Symphony Experience and enjoyed dinner with friends we will be unable to offer that feature due to current renovations. However, we will be able to attend the special chamber music concert on stage before the concert. This is an event that happens only a few times during the season. Our seats will be in mid orchestra right and are only $48 for this concert.
Tom Bara and Suzanne Shull will be helping to enhance your concert experience as usual, and we will be contacting you with that information by April 17th. In the meantime follow these links to the ASO website: Master Season Concert and Preconcert Chamber Music.
The schedule on Thursday, May 1, 2025 is:
6:45 Chamber Music on Stage
8:00 Master Season Concert
Diavolo Della Notte Overture (Devil of the Night) by Giovanni Bottesini
Violin Concerto No. 1 by Niccolo Paganini
Fountains of Rome by Ottorino Respighi
Pines of Rome by Ottorino Respighi
After concert Q & A with a member of the orchestra.
For more information, email concerts@firstpresatl.org or call 404-228-7753.
Children’s Ministry
Parent's Morning Out Registration
2025-2026
It's time to register for FPC's Parent's Morning Out Program for the upcoming school year! We are so excited to be able to offer PMO to all of our wonderful families! PMO is offered Monday - Friday 9am-1pm for children age 8 weeks to 35 months. The 2025/2026 school year kicks off Monday, August 18, 2025 and will end Friday, May 22, 2026. We require a $150, non refundable deposit, to reserve your spot for the 2025-2026 school year.
$3,150.00 - 2 days a week
$1,660.00 - 1 day a week
Please reach out to Katie Covington with any questions. kcovington@firstpresatl.org.
2025 VBS, Save the Date!
Join us this summer on the ultimate Alaskan adventure, where the northern lights shine over majestic mountains, racing rivers, and sparkling glaciers. As we trek the tundra, our children will discover how easy it is to lose sight of what's true in our wild world today. They will learn Jesus is a faithful friend we can always trust. He's our True North!
Registration Details:
June 2nd - June 6th, 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
$85 - Register by March 31
$95 - Register April 1 - April 30
$105 - Register May 1 - May 31
(Register after May 10 - No VBS T-shirt)
Aftercare: Monday - Thursday 12:15pm - 4:00 p.m. $110 a day or $400 for Mon. - Thurs. All children must be potty trained to attend VBS.
Please reach out to Katie Covington with any questions. kcovington@firstpresatl.org
Community Ministries
Community Ministries Volunteer Opportunities
We’re always excited to welcome new volunteers! Join fellow church and community members in serving our neighbors in Midtown and beyond. Community Ministries offers more than seven unique volunteer opportunities—from making sandwiches at home to helping distribute mail. Want to learn more? Click here to explore all our volunteer options, or email jivey@firstpresatl.org to schedule a tour and find the volunteer role that’s right for you.
Footcare at FPCA – Volunteer Opportunity
Footcare is a long-standing outreach of Community Ministries, offering nonclinical footcare and foot washing to our neighbors in Midtown. We are currently seeking compassionate volunteers to join this meaningful ministry. If you enjoy helping others and forming genuine connections, this could be the perfect role for you! Footcare is held every other Wednesday from 4:00 – 6:00 p.m.
To learn more or get involved, please email jivey@firstpresatl.org.
Faith Formation
New Sunday School Class
The Word Class (formerly called Choir and Friends Class) will begin meeting again, every Sunday morning at 9:00 a.m. starting February 2nd in Room 224! The class is self-led and will begin where we left off before the pandemic, in I and II Chronicles. All are invited to join us as we dig deeper in God's Word.
Faith & Fellowship
A new women’s Bible study group, Faith & Fellowship, is beginning 9:30 a.m. - 11:00 a.m. on Wednesday mornings in Women’s Bible Study Room. Rev. Saranell Hartman, Associate Pastor of Engagement will lead us in a 8 week study of Philippians. We will start February 26 and end on May 21.
If you are interested contact, Michelle Garren at michele.garren@gmail.com.
First Presbyterian Preschool
Preschool Early Applications 2025-2026
Applications are now open for First Presbyterian Preschool 2025-2026 for current students, siblings, PMO children and church members! Secure your spot by clicking here!
Global Mission
What in the World?
We invite you to join us on an upcoming FPC Mission Trip! There will be a mission trip to Guatemala in September 2025 and a trip to Kenya in October 2025. Come learn more about these opportunities and learn how you can participate with us.
Mission Trip Information Meeting, Sunday, April 27
12:15 p.m. in the Brides Room
For more information please contact Rev. Barry Gaeddert, (bgaeddert@firstpresatl.org).
Social Entrepreneurship
Epiphany Rally Day
Epiphany Rally Day, May 3, 8:30 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. is an opportunity for the church and our alumni ventures to gather together for a morning of fellowship, networking and learning. Josh Byrd, CGO Copient AI, will give a talk on the practical uses of AI. Andre Calmon, GA Tech professor will give a talk on social entrepreneurship. Those interested in learning about Epiphany will have a breakout group. Roundtable discussions with subject matter experts will be available for Venture leaders. It’s time to get excited!
For more information contact Philip Lewis, plewis12@gmail.com or Saranell Hartman, shartman@firstpresatl.org or 404-228-7747
Youth Ministry
Youth Group
All 6th through 12th graders are invited to Youth Group, every Sunday from 5:30-7:30 p.m. in Fifield Hall! We’ll gather for dinner, epic games, age- specific small groups, and tons of fun! Throughout the year our Youth Group program offers various opportunities for building relationships and spiritual connection, including several message series, special holiday celebrations, and community service nights. Please RSVP at www.firstpresatl.org/youth-ministry prior to each Youth Group gathering to ensure ample food for dinner.
Activate Youth Group
All students are invited to Activate Atlanta on April 27 from 5:00 - 6:30 p.m.! We'll celebrate Youth Sunday, play games, and create memories together. Tickets are $20, so sign up by April 18. Afterward, students can walk to La Fonda/Fellini’s for optional dinner at 6:30 p.m.
Parents, you’re also invited to a social hour at La Fonda/Fellini’s from 5:00 - 6:30 p.m., then join us for dinner at 6:30 p.m. to connect with other families. Head to this page to register for activate, and we hope to see you all there!
Youth Sunday
Join us for Youth Sunday, the Sunday after Easter, April 27th, as our incredible youth lead us in worship! Students in 6th–12th grade are invited to participate in this special tradition, sharing their gifts in worship, music, and leadership across all three services. Seniors will have the opportunity to preach, and all youth are encouraged to take part as liturgists or especially in the 11:00 a.m. youth processional. All youth and their families are also invited to a light brunch at 10:00 a.m. in Fifield Hall. It will be a meaningful morning honoring our students and celebrating their journeys of faith in the life of our church.
Youth Sunday Brunch
Youth & families, save the date! Join us on April 27 from 10:00 - 11:00 a.m. in Fifield Hall for a delicious brunch as we celebrate our incredible small group leaders, youth leadership team, and everyone involved in Youth Sunday. Be sure to sign up here today through this link —RSVP by April 18!
Youth Confirmation Class, 25-26
All eighth and ninth graders are invited to be part of the '25- '26 Confirmation Class at FPC! Beginning this fall, confirmation students will spend eight months exploring what it means to claim the promises of their baptism, make a public profession of faith, and become full members of the church. Throughout the year, confirmands will build lasting connections through retreats and teaching sessions, culminating in a public Statement of Faith. The experience concludes with the sharing of personal statements of faith and participation in Confirmation Sunday. We hope all 8/9th graders will consider participating.
Please email Ben Fletcher or Lauren Ghighi to sign up!