Calling all college students! Join us for the 4th Annual FPC College Christmas Party on Friday, December 20, from 6:00-8:00 p.m. at the Busko Household! We'll gather together for a festive evening of dinner, fellowship with our Prayer Pals, and a White Elephant gift exchange (bring a $15 gift to participate!). Please RSVP by December 13 to let us know you’re coming. No Prayer Pal? No worries! You're still invited to connect with your FPC Family. We can’t wait to welcome all college students back home for the holidays!

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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 (zheazy@gmail.com) or Barry Gaeddert (bgaeddert@firstpresatl.org) for more information.

All 6th-12th graders are invited to join FPC Youth on December 15th for a festive evening and inspiring message as we see "A Christmas Carol" at the Alliance Theater next door! We'll gather for pizza at the church at 6:00 p.m., then head to the 7:00 p.m. show. The performance wraps up around 9:30 p.m., with pick-up in the church’s back parking lot. .

Discounted tickets include dinner, but space is limited—sign up by December 1st!

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It is that time of year! We hope you and your family will make plans to be part of our annual FPC Christmas Pageant. The pageant is a children-led church service and a special way to celebrate the joy of the Christmas season. This year's Christmas pageant will be Sunday, December 15 during the 11:00 service. Children ages 3 (as of August 1, 2024) thru 5th grade are able to participate. Rehearsals begin on Sunday, October 27th, during the Sunday School hour. They are a critical part of the Christmas pageant and we ask families to commit to attending at least 3 practices PLUS the mandatory dress rehearsal on December 8. We would love to see your family be part of this service!

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The FPC Arts Council is proud to announce our Advent Art Talk on Sunday, December 15, at 10am in the Chapel.  Explore this time of remembrance and anticipation through great works of art with Margaret Allgood.

Book a babysitter and join new and old friends for a wonderful night of food and fellowship. For the address and more details, please contact Katie Covington, kcovington@firstpresatl.org.

All 20s and 30s are invited to our annual Young Adults Christmas Party! Join us on December 13 at 7:00 p.m. at the Gruner's house for a time to socialize and celebrate the Christmas season. Christmas attire is always encouraged, and dinner will be provided. We hope you will join us for this festive time of fellowship! Please go to the Events tab on the FPC website for more information or email Lauren Ghighi (lghighi@firstpresatl.org) with any questions.

🎄🎉 It’s the most wonderful time of the year! 🎉🎄 Join us for the Youth Christmas Party on Sunday, December 8, from 5:30-7:30pm! Come dressed in your tackiest Christmas attire and get ready for tons of festive fun. We’ll have a White Elephant gift exchange (max $15/gift), a gingerbread house competition, and exciting games. Plus, you might even win one of three amazing surprise gifts!

Stay tuned for the RSVP link!

On the Second Sunday of Advent, December 8th at 10:00 a.m., Concerts@First presents “Christmas at First: Bach, Candles, and Carols." The First Presbyterian Church of Atlanta Chancel Choir and Orchestra will be joined by soloists Heather Witt, Brendan Callahan-Fitzgerald, and Wade Thomas; narrators Clegg Cousar and Lauren Ghighi; with Daniel Bara on the podium and Thomas Bara on the organ. This concert will be an intimate celebration of the traditional Advent themes of hope, peace, joy, and love by observing the tradition of lighting the Advent candles. Please join us. Admission is free.

On Friday, December 6th from 9:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m., join us at the First Presbyterian Preschool Holiday Market in Founders Hall. Shop a wide array of local retailers and artisans this holiday season - accessories, books, gifts, holiday wreaths and arrangements, food items, stationery, and more!

The Holiday Market raises funds to support the teachers at First Presbyterian Preschool. This year, proceeds will go directly to professional development in the Reggio Emilia inspired approach and early math initiatives from Erikson Institute's Early Math Collaborative.

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.

If you are walking through loss, change, grief, loneliness, or sadness, or if you love someone who is, this service is for you. Through the quiet mystery of song and prayer, and the stillness of wonder, pastors Katie Sundermeier and Rob Sparks will guide us to the place where, even in the darkest night, God’s light breaks through. Come, not because everything is merry and bright, but because in the shadows, there’s a promise that God will meet us right where we are—just as we are.

This service will be held in the our Chapel.

Men's Breakfast

Wednesday, December 4, 2024 7:30-9:00

Rev. Tony Sundermeier will reflect on "Making the Most of the Christmas Season" followed by discussion/dialogue/connection with other men at your table. Cost is $15. Questions? Contact Rev. Barry Gaeddert (bgaeddert@firstpresatl.org).

Register Here!

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Join us for our Annual FPC Christmas Parade & Hanging of the Greens on Sunday, December 1, from 4:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. I hope you can join us as we walk through the story of Christ's birth and celebrate this sacred time together. After the parade please join us for dinner and our traditional Hanging of the Greens. We will make ornaments to decorate FPC's Christmas tree, listen to Holiday music and enjoy each other's company. Make sure you select a parade start time that works for you and your family. Each start time will include a dinner option following the parade. Please plan on arriving 5 minutes before your scheduled time slot to receive your parade packet with route information. We will be gathering in the Lanier Parking Lot, directly across from the Church on Peachtree.

Dinner will be from Willy’s Taco Bar.

Family - $30 , Two - $17, Individual - $15

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Before the hustle and bustle of the holidays, join us for "A Quiet Advent", December 1, 2:00 - 4:00 p.m. in Women’s Bible Room. During this mini retreat we will create a space for quiet reflection, prayer and creative ways to prepare our hearts for God to draw near . All are welcome. For more information, contact Saranell Hartman, shartman@firstpresatl.org.

Join Chris Holmes and DeMeeta Hulett for a short-term Bible study exploring the theme of giving thanks. The class will meet at 9:00 a.m. in Room 230 on November 10, 17, 24, and December 1. All are welcome to this discussion-based study. Contact DeMeeta Hulett (dhulett@firstpresatl.org) for more information and to sign up.

Are you interested in learning how to play Mahjong or enhancing your existing skills? Want to meet more people in the church and have some fun, we have the perfect program for you! We will meet in Fifield Hall from 12:15p.m. - 2:00 p.m., on 4 Sundays in November, the 3rd, 10th, 17th and 24th. Everyone is welcome, regardless of experience level! Bring your own Mahjong set if you have one, or feel free to use one of ours. Two knowledgeable instructors will be there to guide us through the fundamentals and intricacies of Mahjong. Lunch will be organized within the group to make the experience more enjoyable. No childcare will be provided.

Join us Sunday, November 24th at 10:00 a.m. - 10:45 a.m., during the Sunday School hour, for fellowship, crafting, decorating cookies and learning about what the Advent season is all about.

Join Chris Holmes and DeMeeta Hulett for a short-term Bible study exploring the theme of giving thanks. The class will meet at 9:00 a.m. in Room 230 on November 10, 17, 24, and December 1. All are welcome to this discussion-based study. Contact DeMeeta Hulett (dhulett@firstpresatl.org) for more information and to sign up.

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.

During this season of gratitude and giving back, we invite all youth to our Community Ministries Service Night on November 17 from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. This is a wonderful time of fellowship where we come together to prepare Thanksgiving meals for those experiencing homelessness. Let’s make a difference in our community by spreading love and compassion this Thanksgiving season. We look forward to seeing you there! ❤️🦃

Stay tuned for the RSVP link!

Are you interested in learning how to play Mahjong or enhancing your existing skills? Want to meet more people in the church and have some fun, we have the perfect program for you! We will meet in Fifield Hall from 12:15p.m. - 2:00 p.m., on 4 Sundays in November, the 3rd, 10th, 17th and 24th. Everyone is welcome, regardless of experience level! Bring your own Mahjong set if you have one, or feel free to use one of ours. Two knowledgeable instructors will be there to guide us through the fundamentals and intricacies of Mahjong. Lunch will be organized within the group to make the experience more enjoyable. No childcare will be provided.

There will be an informational meeting about the 2025 Turkey Study Tour on Sunday, November 17 at 12:15 p.m. in the Women's Bible Room. Hear from our Scholar in Residence, Chris Holmes, about his recent trip, and learn about the exciting plans for the October 2025 tour, including visits to historical and cultural sites. Light snacks will be provided. Whether you know you want to join or are just curious, come and learn more about the trip. Please contact Chris Holmes at cholmes@firstpresatl.org to register.

Join Chris Holmes and DeMeeta Hulett for a short-term Bible study exploring the theme of giving thanks. The class will meet at 9:00 a.m. in Room 230 on November 10, 17, 24, and December 1. All are welcome to this discussion-based study. Contact DeMeeta Hulett (dhulett@firstpresatl.org) for more information and to sign up.

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Calling all 4th & 5th Graders! Let's go bowling and get to know one another.

$12 per person

November 10th, 2:00p.m. - 4:00p.m.

Midtown Bowl

1936 Piedmont Cir NE Atlanta, GA 30324

Register Here!

Are you interested in learning how to play Mahjong or enhancing your existing skills? Want to meet more people in the church and have some fun, we have the perfect program for you! We will meet in Fifield Hall from 12:15p.m. - 2:00 p.m., on 4 Sundays in November, the 3rd, 10th, 17th and 24th. Everyone is welcome, regardless of experience level! Bring your own Mahjong set if you have one, or feel free to use one of ours. Two knowledgeable instructors will be there to guide us through the fundamentals and intricacies of Mahjong. Lunch will be organized within the group to make the experience more enjoyable. No childcare will be provided.

The Arts Council is proud to announce the 2nd Sunday November Tour.  On Sunday, November 10th, we will offer an overview of the history, architecture and stained glass throughout the church, including the Sanctuary, Narthex, Chapel, and more.  No signup required. Please meet in the Narthex immediately after the 11am service, as the tour will start no later than 12:15 p.m. and last between 60 and 90 minutes. Bring your family and friends to this enriching experience! This highlights tour promises to be an engaging exploration of our church’s unique features and historical significance.