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Word Before Work
Each Wednesday in Lent, we'll gather 7:30 - 8:30 a.m. to reflect on the previous Sunday worship and sermon and to pray for one another. You are invited to join us on 3rd floor of Smith Building in Rooker Group Counseling Room. Most Wednesdays the preacher from Sunday will join as well. Katie Sundermeier will facilitate.
Wednesdays: March 12, March 19, March 26, April 2nd, April 9th, & April 16th
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.
Men's Small Group
Join us for a regular coffee meet-up where we can chat about living our faith in today's world. It’s a chance for us to hang out, support each other, and simply take a breath from our everyday.
The event will take place every other Thursday at 8:00 AM at Bellwood Coffee, located at 1776 Peachtree Rd NW, Atlanta, GA 30309. Free parking is available in the garage behind the building off 26th Street, and the barista will validate your parking. We’ll talk about all sorts of things that matter as we try to navigate life with faith. Whether you’re looking for some encouragement, advice, or just good company, this is for you. Contact Zach Hamilton (zheazey@gmail.com) or Barry Gaeddert (bgaeddert@firstpresatl.org) for more information.
Men's Small Group
Join us for a regular coffee meet-up where we can chat about living our faith in today's world. It’s a chance for us to hang out, support each other, and simply take a breath from our everyday.
The event will take place every other Thursday at 8:00 AM at Bellwood Coffee, located at 1776 Peachtree Rd NW, Atlanta, GA 30309. Free parking is available in the garage behind the building off 26th Street, and the barista will validate your parking. We’ll talk about all sorts of things that matter as we try to navigate life with faith. Whether you’re looking for some encouragement, advice, or just good company, this is for you. Contact Zach Hamilton (zheazey@gmail.com) or Barry Gaeddert (bgaeddert@firstpresatl.org) for more information.
Lectio for Lent
Join the "Reading the Bible Together" group to pratice lectio divina, an ancient practice for reading Scripture, during Lent. Lectio for Lent will meet at 11:00 a.m. on Zoom on Thursdays, March 13–April 17.
Contact Chris Holmes, cholmes@firstpresatl.org, for Zoom link and more information.
20s and 30s Spring Retreat
Registration is officially live for our first-ever 20s & 30s Spring Retreat on March 28th-30th at Lake Keowee, SC. Join us for a refreshing weekend of spiritual renewal, deep fellowship, and rest in the beauty of God’s creation. This is a perfect opportunity to step away from the busyness of life, connect with community, and grow in faith together. Registration is $80 per person, which includes most meals. Children are welcome, and carpooling is encouraged. Sign up today clicking this link.
Help Build First Presbyterian's 48th Habitat House
On Saturday, February 15th, volunteers will begin building FPC’s 48th Habitat house! On this day, the wall panels will be constructed at the Habitat warehouse (824 Memorial Drive SE, Atlanta, GA 30316) while the floor joists and floor decking are put in place at the house location (135 Polar Rock Road SW, Atlanta, GA 30315) Then that afternoon, the wall sections will be installed, and the house will take shape. After six more Saturdays of work (March 1st, 8th, 15th, 22nd, 29th, and April 5th) the house will be complete and ready for healthcare supervisor Kendra Dawes and her 13-year-old daughter Imahn to move in.
The construction of Ms. Dawes’ home is made possible by the repeated generous gift of an anonymous donor and the work of volunteers from First Pres and partner churches: Lutheran Church of the Redeemer, Cascade United Methodist Church, Haygood Memorial United Methodist Church, and St. Benedict Catholic Church.
Working on a Habitat house is a most-rewarding experience and one you will want to repeat. Volunteering forms, develops, and strengthens friendships and enables home-owning families to thrive for generations to come. Each workday includes a nutritious lunch and all tools being furnished by Habitat.
To learn more about and work on this Habitat build, visit https://vhub.at/firstpres.
If you would like more information, contact Bill Earnest at williammearnest@yahoo.com or (404)351-8030.
Church 101
Would you like to be more connected to the life of the church? In a small group setting, we will help you identify one way to grow in faith, one way to give back and one way to stay grounded at FPC Atlanta.
Join Rev. Dr. Barry Gaeddert and Rev. Saranell Hartman for 3 - week series at 10:00 - 10:45 a.m., March 16, 23, and 30 in Room 230.
For more information contact Saranell at 404-228-7747 or shartman@firstpresatl.org or Barry at 404-228-7718 bgaeddert@firstpresatl.org.
Lenten Art Talks
The FPC Arts Council announces Lenten Art Talks 2025, Sunday mornings at 10:00 a.m. from March 16 - April 6. On March 9, Chris Holmes will give the opening lecture, with Dr. Luke Timothy Johnson from Emory's Candler School of Theology as the closing speaker on April 13. In addition to the First in Focus Curriculum for Lent, the Lenten Art Talks offer an exploration of personal reflection and sacrifice with great works of art. Please join us in Winship Chapel for Lenten Art Talks 2025.
Opening Lecture
Sunday, March 9th
Presenter: Chris Holmes
Sunday, March 16th
Presenter: Jim Wise
Sunday, March 23rd
Presenters: Chris Holmes & Bryan Brooks
Sunday, March 30th
Presenter: Shay Herman
Sunday, April 6th
Presenter: Bryan Brooks
Closing Lecture
Sunday, April 13th
Presenter: Luke Timothy Johnson Ph.D. Robert W. Woodruff Professor of New Testament and Christian Origins at Emory University's Candler School of Theology
Word Before Work
Each Wednesday in Lent, we'll gather 7:30 - 8:30 a.m. to reflect on the previous Sunday worship and sermon and to pray for one another. You are invited to join us on 3rd floor of Smith Building in Rooker Group Counseling Room. Most Wednesdays the preacher from Sunday will join as well. Katie Sundermeier will facilitate.
Wednesdays: March 12, March 19, March 26, April 2nd, April 9th, & April 16th
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.
Lectio for Lent
Join the "Reading the Bible Together" group to pratice lectio divina, an ancient practice for reading Scripture, during Lent. Lectio for Lent will meet at 11:00 a.m. on Zoom on Thursdays, March 13–April 17.
Contact Chris Holmes, cholmes@firstpresatl.org, for Zoom link and more information.
Help Build First Presbyterian's 48th Habitat House
On Saturday, February 15th, volunteers will begin building FPC’s 48th Habitat house! On this day, the wall panels will be constructed at the Habitat warehouse (824 Memorial Drive SE, Atlanta, GA 30316) while the floor joists and floor decking are put in place at the house location (135 Polar Rock Road SW, Atlanta, GA 30315) Then that afternoon, the wall sections will be installed, and the house will take shape. After six more Saturdays of work (March 1st, 8th, 15th, 22nd, 29th, and April 5th) the house will be complete and ready for healthcare supervisor Kendra Dawes and her 13-year-old daughter Imahn to move in.
The construction of Ms. Dawes’ home is made possible by the repeated generous gift of an anonymous donor and the work of volunteers from First Pres and partner churches: Lutheran Church of the Redeemer, Cascade United Methodist Church, Haygood Memorial United Methodist Church, and St. Benedict Catholic Church.
Working on a Habitat house is a most-rewarding experience and one you will want to repeat. Volunteering forms, develops, and strengthens friendships and enables home-owning families to thrive for generations to come. Each workday includes a nutritious lunch and all tools being furnished by Habitat.
To learn more about and work on this Habitat build, visit https://vhub.at/firstpres.
If you would like more information, contact Bill Earnest at williammearnest@yahoo.com or (404)351-8030.
Lenten Art Talks
The FPC Arts Council announces Lenten Art Talks 2025, Sunday mornings at 10:00 a.m. from March 16 - April 6. On March 9, Chris Holmes will give the opening lecture, with Dr. Luke Timothy Johnson from Emory's Candler School of Theology as the closing speaker on April 13. In addition to the First in Focus Curriculum for Lent, the Lenten Art Talks offer an exploration of personal reflection and sacrifice with great works of art. Please join us in Winship Chapel for Lenten Art Talks 2025.
Opening Lecture
Sunday, March 9th
Presenter: Chris Holmes
Sunday, March 16th
Presenter: Jim Wise
Sunday, March 23rd
Presenters: Chris Holmes & Bryan Brooks
Sunday, March 30th
Presenter: Shay Herman
Sunday, April 6th
Presenter: Bryan Brooks
Closing Lecture
Sunday, April 13th
Presenter: Luke Timothy Johnson Ph.D. Robert W. Woodruff Professor of New Testament and Christian Origins at Emory University's Candler School of Theology
Word Before Work
Each Wednesday in Lent, we'll gather 7:30 - 8:30 a.m. to reflect on the previous Sunday worship and sermon and to pray for one another. You are invited to join us on 3rd floor of Smith Building in Rooker Group Counseling Room. Most Wednesdays the preacher from Sunday will join as well. Katie Sundermeier will facilitate.
Wednesdays: March 12, March 19, March 26, April 2nd, April 9th, & April 16th
Lectio for Lent
Join the "Reading the Bible Together" group to pratice lectio divina, an ancient practice for reading Scripture, during Lent. Lectio for Lent will meet at 11:00 a.m. on Zoom on Thursdays, March 13–April 17.
Contact Chris Holmes, cholmes@firstpresatl.org, for Zoom link and more information.
Lenten Art Talks
The FPC Arts Council announces Lenten Art Talks 2025, Sunday mornings at 10:00 a.m. from March 16 - April 6. On March 9, Chris Holmes will give the opening lecture, with Dr. Luke Timothy Johnson from Emory's Candler School of Theology as the closing speaker on April 13. In addition to the First in Focus Curriculum for Lent, the Lenten Art Talks offer an exploration of personal reflection and sacrifice with great works of art. Please join us in Winship Chapel for Lenten Art Talks 2025.
Opening Lecture
Sunday, March 9th
Presenter: Chris Holmes
Sunday, March 16th
Presenter: Jim Wise
Sunday, March 23rd
Presenters: Chris Holmes & Bryan Brooks
Sunday, March 30th
Presenter: Shay Herman
Sunday, April 6th
Presenter: Bryan Brooks
Closing Lecture
Sunday, April 13th
Presenter: Luke Timothy Johnson Ph.D. Robert W. Woodruff Professor of New Testament and Christian Origins at Emory University's Candler School of Theology
Youth Guatemala Training Meeting 2
This will be held in the Fifield Hall.
Stay tuned for more information!
Word Before Work
Each Wednesday in Lent, we'll gather 7:30 - 8:30 a.m. to reflect on the previous Sunday worship and sermon and to pray for one another. You are invited to join us on 3rd floor of Smith Building in Rooker Group Counseling Room. Most Wednesdays the preacher from Sunday will join as well. Katie Sundermeier will facilitate.
Wednesdays: March 12, March 19, March 26, April 2nd, April 9th, & April 16th
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.
Lectio for Lent
Join the "Reading the Bible Together" group to pratice lectio divina, an ancient practice for reading Scripture, during Lent. Lectio for Lent will meet at 11:00 a.m. on Zoom on Thursdays, March 13–April 17.
Contact Chris Holmes, cholmes@firstpresatl.org, for Zoom link and more information.
Maundy Thursday
Save the date for the Maundy Thursday Dinner and Communion on April 17th at 6:00 p.m. Join us at one of nine locations around the city as we share a potluck dinner, followed by communion. We invite you and your family to choose a location near you and be part of this special evening.
Youth Sunday
Join us for Youth Sunday, the Sunday after Easter, 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 can sign up by clicking here!
Youth Brunch
Youth Sunday Brunch in Fifield. We will be going to Main Event afterwards.
Stay tuned for more information!
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.
FPC Spring Symphony Experience 2025
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.
Youth Guatemala Training Meeting 3
This will be held in the Women’s Bible Study.
Stay tuned for more information!
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.
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.
Vacation Bible School
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 12:15 p.m. - 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
Vacation Bible School
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 12:15 p.m. - 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
Vacation Bible School
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 12:15 p.m. - 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
Vacation Bible School
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 12:15 p.m. - 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
Vacation Bible School
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 12:15 p.m. - 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
Youth Guatemala Impact Trip
FPC Youth is heading to Guatemala for a brand new impact trip, and all current 8th-12th graders are invited! Partnering with CEDEPCA ministries, we will join the work that God is already doing in Guatemala City. We’ll collaborate with churches, listen to the experiences of local Guatemalans, build relationships, and explore Guatemala’s vibrant culture through unique adventures. We are so excited about this incredible opportunity to partner, learn, explore, and grow together! Three mandatory training sessions will be held in the spring for all participants (dates TBD). Head to the Youth Ministry page of the FPC website to register by the December 1 deadline. Scholarships are available. Please reach out to Ben or Lauren with any questions. Click the button below to register by paying the $500 initial deposit.
Registration deadline is December 1, 2024.
High School Montreat
Our current 8th - 12th graders are returning to Montreat, NC on July 13-19, 2025 for WEEK 4 of the Montreat Youth Conference!!! We’ll join hundreds of youth from PCUSA groups across the country for a week of energizers, keynote speakers, small groups, recreation, worship, and a Wednesday whitewater rafting adventure! We hope you can join us for one of our favorite youth group trips! Head to the Youth Ministry page of the FPC Website to register by the December 1 deadline. Scholarships are available. Please reach out to Ben or Lauren with any other questions. click this link for the initial deposit.
Regirstion deadline is Dec. 1, 2024.
Middle School Montreat
Middle schoolers, want to experience the joy of Montreat?! From July 16-20, 2025, we’re heading to the Middle School Montreat Conference at Maryville College in Tennessee. Open to all students who are currently in 5th-8th grade, this week is packed with activities like worship, small groups, games, and recreation! We hope you can join us on this new adventure! Head to the Youth Ministry page of the FPC website to register by the December 1 deadline. Scholarships are available. Please reach out to Ben or Lauren with any questions. Click the button below to register by paying the $100 initial deposit.
Registration deadline is December 1, 2024.
All Church Retreat
All-Church Retreat, Montreat Conference Center, Montreat, NC August 29-September 1, 2025.
Additional details and registration coming soon.
Early Christianity and the Roman World
Early Christianity and the Roman World. Chris Holmes and Eric Moore will host three "lunch and learn" offerings for those who are interested in learning more about the place of early Christianity within the ancient Roman world. This class will introduce some of the broad cultural, historical, and religious backgrounds to the New Testament and early Christianity. March 2, 16, and 23, 12:15–1:30 p.m. in Fifield Hall. Suggested donation of $10/person for lunch each day.
Contact Chris Holmes (cholmes@firstpresatl.org) for more information and click here to register!
Church 101
Would you like to be more connected to the life of the church? In a small group setting, we will help you identify one way to grow in faith, one way to give back and one way to stay grounded at FPC Atlanta.
Join Rev. Dr. Barry Gaeddert and Rev. Saranell Hartman for 3 - week series at 10:00 - 10:45 a.m., March 16, 23, and 30 in Room 230.
For more information contact Saranell at 404-228-7747 or shartman@firstpresatl.org or Barry at 404-228-7718 bgaeddert@firstpresatl.org.
Lenten Art Talks
The FPC Arts Council announces Lenten Art Talks 2025, Sunday mornings at 10:00 a.m. from March 16 - April 6. On March 9, Chris Holmes will give the opening lecture, with Dr. Luke Timothy Johnson from Emory's Candler School of Theology as the closing speaker on April 13. In addition to the First in Focus Curriculum for Lent, the Lenten Art Talks offer an exploration of personal reflection and sacrifice with great works of art. Please join us in Winship Chapel for Lenten Art Talks 2025.
Opening Lecture
Sunday, March 9th
Presenter: Chris Holmes
Sunday, March 16th
Presenter: Jim Wise
Sunday, March 23rd
Presenters: Chris Holmes & Bryan Brooks
Sunday, March 30th
Presenter: Shay Herman
Sunday, April 6th
Presenter: Bryan Brooks
Closing Lecture
Sunday, April 13th
Presenter: Luke Timothy Johnson Ph.D. Robert W. Woodruff Professor of New Testament and Christian Origins at Emory University's Candler School of Theology
Help Build First Presbyterian's 48th Habitat House
On Saturday, February 15th, volunteers will begin building FPC’s 48th Habitat house! On this day, the wall panels will be constructed at the Habitat warehouse (824 Memorial Drive SE, Atlanta, GA 30316) while the floor joists and floor decking are put in place at the house location (135 Polar Rock Road SW, Atlanta, GA 30315) Then that afternoon, the wall sections will be installed, and the house will take shape. After six more Saturdays of work (March 1st, 8th, 15th, 22nd, 29th, and April 5th) the house will be complete and ready for healthcare supervisor Kendra Dawes and her 13-year-old daughter Imahn to move in.
The construction of Ms. Dawes’ home is made possible by the repeated generous gift of an anonymous donor and the work of volunteers from First Pres and partner churches: Lutheran Church of the Redeemer, Cascade United Methodist Church, Haygood Memorial United Methodist Church, and St. Benedict Catholic Church.
Working on a Habitat house is a most-rewarding experience and one you will want to repeat. Volunteering forms, develops, and strengthens friendships and enables home-owning families to thrive for generations to come. Each workday includes a nutritious lunch and all tools being furnished by Habitat.
To learn more about and work on this Habitat build, visit https://vhub.at/firstpres.
If you would like more information, contact Bill Earnest at williammearnest@yahoo.com or (404)351-8030.
Chamber Music Athens
Concerts@First presents Chamber Music Athens, UGA’s premier national chamber music festival, making its Atlanta debut on Friday, March 21 at 7:30 p.m. Guest artists perform alongside UGA musicians in gems of the chamber music repertoire. Guests include Atlanta Symphony Orchestra violinists David Coucheron (concertmaster) and Kenn Wagner as well as First Presbyterian Director of the Arts and Organist, Thomas Bara. UGA faculty performers feature recent additions to the UGA faculty, cellist James Kim (award winner, 2024 Naumburg Competition), saxophonist Brandon Quarles, and pianist Alan Woo, with Chamber Music Athens co-directors Michael Heald (violin) and Liza Stepanova (piano) alongside Elizabeth Knight (mezzo-soprano), D. Ray McClellan (clarinet), Maggie Snyder (viola), and UGA top string students. The program journeys around the world featuring Schumann’s glorious Piano Quintet, Prokofiev Overture on Hebrew Themes, Manuel De Falla El amor brujo, and more.
To learn more about Chamber Music Athens and for complete program information, please visit www.chambermusicathens.org
Tickets: $20 general admission, $15 FPC members, FREE for students and seniors
Lectio for Lent
Join the "Reading the Bible Together" group to pratice lectio divina, an ancient practice for reading Scripture, during Lent. Lectio for Lent will meet at 11:00 a.m. on Zoom on Thursdays, March 13–April 17.
Contact Chris Holmes, cholmes@firstpresatl.org, for Zoom link and more information.
Community Ministries: Mental Health & De-escalation Training
Community Ministries is hosting a Zoom training on March 19th, from 6:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m., for those interested in learning about de-escalation and the mental health challenges within our own communities. The training will be led by the Director of Community Ministries, Tricia Passuth LCSW. All are welcome to attend!
To register, click this link!
Word Before Work
Each Wednesday in Lent, we'll gather 7:30 - 8:30 a.m. to reflect on the previous Sunday worship and sermon and to pray for one another. You are invited to join us on 3rd floor of Smith Building in Rooker Group Counseling Room. Most Wednesdays the preacher from Sunday will join as well. Katie Sundermeier will facilitate.
Wednesdays: March 12, March 19, March 26, April 2nd, April 9th, & April 16th
Youth Guatemala Training Meeting 1
This will be held in the Fifield Hall.
Stay tuned for more information!
Youth and Council Lunch
This will be held in the Women’s Bible Study room.
Stay tuned for more information!
Early Christianity and the Roman World
Early Christianity and the Roman World. Chris Holmes and Eric Moore will host three "lunch and learn" offerings for those who are interested in learning more about the place of early Christianity within the ancient Roman world. This class will introduce some of the broad cultural, historical, and religious backgrounds to the New Testament and early Christianity. March 2, 16, and 23, 12:15–1:30 p.m. in Fifield Hall. Suggested donation of $10/person for lunch each day.
Contact Chris Holmes (cholmes@firstpresatl.org) for more information and click here to register!
Church 101
Would you like to be more connected to the life of the church? In a small group setting, we will help you identify one way to grow in faith, one way to give back and one way to stay grounded at FPC Atlanta.
Join Rev. Dr. Barry Gaeddert and Rev. Saranell Hartman for 3 - week series at 10:00 - 10:45 a.m., March 16, 23, and 30 in Room 230.
For more information contact Saranell at 404-228-7747 or shartman@firstpresatl.org or Barry at 404-228-7718 bgaeddert@firstpresatl.org.
Lenten Art Talks
The FPC Arts Council announces Lenten Art Talks 2025, Sunday mornings at 10:00 a.m. from March 16 - April 6. On March 9, Chris Holmes will give the opening lecture, with Dr. Luke Timothy Johnson from Emory's Candler School of Theology as the closing speaker on April 13. In addition to the First in Focus Curriculum for Lent, the Lenten Art Talks offer an exploration of personal reflection and sacrifice with great works of art. Please join us in Winship Chapel for Lenten Art Talks 2025.
Opening Lecture
Sunday, March 9th
Presenter: Chris Holmes
Sunday, March 16th
Presenter: Jim Wise
Sunday, March 23rd
Presenters: Chris Holmes & Bryan Brooks
Sunday, March 30th
Presenter: Shay Herman
Sunday, April 6th
Presenter: Bryan Brooks
Closing Lecture
Sunday, April 13th
Presenter: Luke Timothy Johnson Ph.D. Robert W. Woodruff Professor of New Testament and Christian Origins at Emory University's Candler School of Theology
First Communion
One of the most important and memorable events in a child’s spiritual formation is when he or she first participates in the Lord’s Supper. At FPC, we recognize and celebrate First Communion with children in their First-Grade year. You and your child are invited to participate in our First Communion Class on Sunday, March 16th in Fifield Hall. We will meet during the Sunday School hour (10am-10:45am). The goal of this class is for our Children to learn about the meaning of the Sacraments. We encourage attendance and ask that at least one parent attend with their child. The class will be led by one of our FPC pastors. Finally, a date will be set in May for the children to take communion together with the congregation at either the 9am or 11am service. PLEASE MAKE SURE YOU REGISTER for the class. (If your child missed out on taking the First Communion Class over the last few years, and isn't in the first grade, please feel free to register your child.)
Help Build First Presbyterian's 48th Habitat House
On Saturday, February 15th, volunteers will begin building FPC’s 48th Habitat house! On this day, the wall panels will be constructed at the Habitat warehouse (824 Memorial Drive SE, Atlanta, GA 30316) while the floor joists and floor decking are put in place at the house location (135 Polar Rock Road SW, Atlanta, GA 30315) Then that afternoon, the wall sections will be installed, and the house will take shape. After six more Saturdays of work (March 1st, 8th, 15th, 22nd, 29th, and April 5th) the house will be complete and ready for healthcare supervisor Kendra Dawes and her 13-year-old daughter Imahn to move in.
The construction of Ms. Dawes’ home is made possible by the repeated generous gift of an anonymous donor and the work of volunteers from First Pres and partner churches: Lutheran Church of the Redeemer, Cascade United Methodist Church, Haygood Memorial United Methodist Church, and St. Benedict Catholic Church.
Working on a Habitat house is a most-rewarding experience and one you will want to repeat. Volunteering forms, develops, and strengthens friendships and enables home-owning families to thrive for generations to come. Each workday includes a nutritious lunch and all tools being furnished by Habitat.
To learn more about and work on this Habitat build, visit https://vhub.at/firstpres.
If you would like more information, contact Bill Earnest at williammearnest@yahoo.com or (404)351-8030.
Lectio for Lent
Join the "Reading the Bible Together" group to pratice lectio divina, an ancient practice for reading Scripture, during Lent. Lectio for Lent will meet at 11:00 a.m. on Zoom on Thursdays, March 13–April 17.
Contact Chris Holmes, cholmes@firstpresatl.org, for Zoom link and more information.
Men's Small Group
Join us for a regular coffee meet-up where we can chat about living our faith in today's world. It’s a chance for us to hang out, support each other, and simply take a breath from our everyday.
The event will take place every other Thursday at 8:00 AM at Bellwood Coffee, located at 1776 Peachtree Rd NW, Atlanta, GA 30309. Free parking is available in the garage behind the building off 26th Street, and the barista will validate your parking. We’ll talk about all sorts of things that matter as we try to navigate life with faith. Whether you’re looking for some encouragement, advice, or just good company, this is for you. Contact Zach Hamilton (zheazey@gmail.com) or Barry Gaeddert (bgaeddert@firstpresatl.org) for more information.
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.
Word Before Work
Each Wednesday in Lent, we'll gather 7:30 - 8:30 a.m. to reflect on the previous Sunday worship and sermon and to pray for one another. You are invited to join us on 3rd floor of Smith Building in Rooker Group Counseling Room. Most Wednesdays the preacher from Sunday will join as well. Katie Sundermeier will facilitate.
Wednesdays: March 12, March 19, March 26, April 2nd, April 9th, & April 16th
Lenten Art Talks
The FPC Arts Council announces Lenten Art Talks 2025, Sunday mornings at 10:00 a.m. from March 16 - April 6. On March 9, Chris Holmes will give the opening lecture, with Dr. Luke Timothy Johnson from Emory's Candler School of Theology as the closing speaker on April 13. In addition to the First in Focus Curriculum for Lent, the Lenten Art Talks offer an exploration of personal reflection and sacrifice with great works of art. Please join us in Winship Chapel for Lenten Art Talks 2025.
Opening Lecture
Sunday, March 9th
Presenter: Chris Holmes
Sunday, March 16th
Presenter: Jim Wise
Sunday, March 23rd
Presenters: Chris Holmes & Bryan Brooks
Sunday, March 30th
Presenter: Shay Herman
Sunday, April 6th
Presenter: Bryan Brooks
Closing Lecture
Sunday, April 13th
Presenter: Luke Timothy Johnson Ph.D. Robert W. Woodruff Professor of New Testament and Christian Origins at Emory University's Candler School of Theology
Challenge the Stats and Concerts @ First present “Sounds of Sanctuary: A CTS Evening of Song and Storytelling”
On Saturday, March 8, 7:30 p.m., Concerts @ First and Challenge the Stats present “Sounds of Home,” a moving concert exploring the meaning of home through the unifying force of song. The evening promises to inspire and uplift with moving performances by internationally acclaimed artists and brilliant emerging musicians. The powerful CTS Community Choir, conceived and directed by Verena Lucía Anders, will be joined by the Atlanta Young Singers' Youth Chorale High School Division, directed by Dr. Paige Mathis. Using their collective voices from across the city, the CTS Choir and AYS will present a unique celebration of resilience and hope through the music of Black, Indigenous, and Artists of Color. They will also be joined by the Atlanta Symphony Orchestra’s Talent and Development Program, a leading classical performance and musical mentorship organization for gifted young musicians. Concert Partners include Atlanta Young Singers, Atlanta Symphony Orchestra’s Talent Development Program, and Concerts @ First. Admission is free.
Help Build First Presbyterian's 48th Habitat House
On Saturday, February 15th, volunteers will begin building FPC’s 48th Habitat house! On this day, the wall panels will be constructed at the Habitat warehouse (824 Memorial Drive SE, Atlanta, GA 30316) while the floor joists and floor decking are put in place at the house location (135 Polar Rock Road SW, Atlanta, GA 30315) Then that afternoon, the wall sections will be installed, and the house will take shape. After six more Saturdays of work (March 1st, 8th, 15th, 22nd, 29th, and April 5th) the house will be complete and ready for healthcare supervisor Kendra Dawes and her 13-year-old daughter Imahn to move in.
The construction of Ms. Dawes’ home is made possible by the repeated generous gift of an anonymous donor and the work of volunteers from First Pres and partner churches: Lutheran Church of the Redeemer, Cascade United Methodist Church, Haygood Memorial United Methodist Church, and St. Benedict Catholic Church.
Working on a Habitat house is a most-rewarding experience and one you will want to repeat. Volunteering forms, develops, and strengthens friendships and enables home-owning families to thrive for generations to come. Each workday includes a nutritious lunch and all tools being furnished by Habitat.
To learn more about and work on this Habitat build, visit https://vhub.at/firstpres.
If you would like more information, contact Bill Earnest at williammearnest@yahoo.com or (404)351-8030.
Author Talk and Book Signing
Unspoiled Endings Author Talk and Book Signing. Chris Holmes, our Scholar in Residence, will present his new book, Unspoiled Endings, at an author talk and book signing event hosted by the Northwest Library branch of the Fulton County Library System. All are invited to attend! 6:00–7:30 p.m. on Monday, March 3, 2025 at the Northwest Library, 2489 Perry Blvd NW. Click here to register!
Contact Chris Holmes (cholmes@firstpresatl.org) for more information.
Early Christianity and the Roman World
Early Christianity and the Roman World. Chris Holmes and Eric Moore will host three "lunch and learn" offerings for those who are interested in learning more about the place of early Christianity within the ancient Roman world. This class will introduce some of the broad cultural, historical, and religious backgrounds to the New Testament and early Christianity. March 2, 16, and 23, 12:15–1:30 p.m. in Fifield Hall. Suggested donation of $10/person for lunch each day.
Contact Chris Holmes (cholmes@firstpresatl.org) for more information and click here to register!
Visit to Freedom Seekers Exhibit
Members of the Cultivating Beloved Community group will visit the Freedom Seekers Exhibit at the Tubman African American Museum in Macon on Saturday, March 1. We plan to leave Atlanta around 9:00 a.m., visit the museum, share lunch together, and return to Atlanta around 3 p.m. For more information or to coordinate transportation, contact Chris Holmes (cholmes@firstpresatl.org).
Help Build First Presbyterian's 48th Habitat House
On Saturday, February 15th, volunteers will begin building FPC’s 48th Habitat house! On this day, the wall panels will be constructed at the Habitat warehouse (824 Memorial Drive SE, Atlanta, GA 30316) while the floor joists and floor decking are put in place at the house location (135 Polar Rock Road SW, Atlanta, GA 30315) Then that afternoon, the wall sections will be installed, and the house will take shape. After six more Saturdays of work (March 1st, 8th, 15th, 22nd, 29th, and April 5th) the house will be complete and ready for healthcare supervisor Kendra Dawes and her 13-year-old daughter Imahn to move in.
The construction of Ms. Dawes’ home is made possible by the repeated generous gift of an anonymous donor and the work of volunteers from First Pres and partner churches: Lutheran Church of the Redeemer, Cascade United Methodist Church, Haygood Memorial United Methodist Church, and St. Benedict Catholic Church.
Working on a Habitat house is a most-rewarding experience and one you will want to repeat. Volunteering forms, develops, and strengthens friendships and enables home-owning families to thrive for generations to come. Each workday includes a nutritious lunch and all tools being furnished by Habitat.
To learn more about and work on this Habitat build, visit https://vhub.at/firstpres.
If you would like more information, contact Bill Earnest at williammearnest@yahoo.com or (404)351-8030.
MILESTONE Moments
Weddings
Weddings at First Presbyterian Church are worship services during which two people are united in the presence of God. From the historic beauty of the Tiffany stained-glass windows to our stately stone edifice, every element of a wedding here supports this sacred union.
Read more about weddings at FPC.
Baptisms
As a congregation of the Presbyterian Church (U.S.A.), we share the sacrament of baptism of people of all ages during our worship services.
For more information or to schedule a baptism, For more information or to schedule a baptism, contact Katie Covington via email at kcovington@firstpresatl.org or phone: (404) 228-7712.
Memorial Services
Our Care Ministry is available to provide spiritual support and assist with the planning of funerals and memorial services.
For more information about services, receptions, and interment in the Memorial Garden at First Presbyterian Church, contact Rev. Rob Sparks via email at rsparks@firstpresatl.org or phone: (404) 228-7763.