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Intergenerational Advent Festival
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.
Let's Mahjong
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.
Annual Christmas Parade
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
First Presbyterian Preschool Holiday Market
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.
FPC Annual Christmas Pageant
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!
Let's Mahjong
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.
FPC 4th & 5th Grade Bowling
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
Let's Mahjong
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.
Let's Mahjong
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.
Trunk or Treat
Calling all our little ghouls and goblins. Let's get together on on October 27th from 12:15 p.m. to 1:30 p.m. and have a little spooky fun and fellowship. This year, weather permitting, we will gather in the Arts Center Way parking lot, behind the church. There will be games, a little trick or treating, a cake walk, arts and crafts, and so much more! Wear your best costume and lets have some fun!
FPC Pumpkin Patch
Come join us for some fall family fun on Saturday, September 28th, from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.! $30 entry fee per family provides access to the bounce house, face painting, carnival games, and a pumpkin decorating activity. There will be pumpkins for purchase, and a fall family photo opportunity (with a FPP photographer!). Don’t forget about concessions – breakfast sandwiches, treats, drinks, and more!
Sunday School Kick-Off
Please Join us for a kickoff celebration as we enter the new year together! Our gathering will be Sunday, August 11, 10:00 - 10:45 a.m. We will use this opportunity for parents and children to meet your teachers and discover your classrooms as we embark on this Christian education journey. The celebration will finish with light refreshments and fellowship on the playground. All are welcome and we hope to see you all there.
Creative Learners
FPC Children’s Ministry and the Samaritan Counseling Center is holding the second Creative Learners small group support group for kids, and their parents. Creative Learners are people who navigate ADD, dyslexia and other learning differences. Please join us Sunday, May 19th, to incorporate learning, growing friendships, and turning to our Christian faith for guidance. We will meet for lunch immediately following the 11 o’clock service all together and then break up into parent and kid groups.
$20 a family, $10 individual
RSVP link coming soon!
Creative Learners
FPC Children’s Ministry and the Samaritan Counseling Center is holding the second Creative Learners small group support group for kids, and their parents. Creative Learners are people who navigate ADD, dyslexia and other learning differences. Please join us Sunday, April 21st, to incorporate learning, growing friendships, and turning to our Christian faith for guidance. We will meet for lunch immediately following the 11 o’clock service all together and then break up into parent and kid groups.
$20 a family, $10 individual
RSVP link coming soon!
Easter Egg Hunt
Please join us for our annual FPC Easter Egg Hunt at Winn Park. Lots of Easter eggs will be on site and you may even get to see the Easter Bunny! Fingers crossed that the rain stays away and we actually get to have it outside this year!
The Easter Egg Hunt will take place at Winn Park, 32 Lafayette Dr. NE Atlanta, GA 30309. We hope to see you there!
Contact Katie Covington at kcovington@firstpresatl.org with any questions.
Creative Learners
FPC Children’s Ministry and the Samaritan Counseling Center is holding the second Creative Learners small group support group for kids, and their parents. Creative Learners are people who navigate ADD, dyslexia and other learning differences. Please join us Sunday, March 24th, to incorporate learning, growing friendships, and turning to our Christian faith for guidance. We will meet for lunch immediately following the 11 o’clock service all together and then break up into parent and kid groups.
$20 a family, $10 individual
RSVP link coming soon!
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. This year we will be offering a Communion Class to 1st – 5th graders. You and your child are invited to participate in our Communion Classes on Sunday, March 10th and Sunday, March 17th in the Chapel. We will meet during the Sunday School hour (10am-10:45am). Rev. Dr. Barry Gaeddert and Dr. Rev. Tony Sundermeier will lead these classes and review the meaning of the Sacraments. Both classes are mandatory and at least one parent must attend with their child.
Finally, on May 17th, the children will take communion with the congregation at either the 9am or 11am service.
Please make sure you register for both Sundays. If you can not make one of the Sundays, please contact Katie Covington at kcovington@firstpresatl.org.
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. This year we will be offering a Communion Class to 1st – 5th graders. You and your child are invited to participate in our Communion Classes on Sunday, March 10th and Sunday, March 17th in the Chapel. We will meet during the Sunday School hour (10am-10:45am). Rev. Dr. Barry Gaeddert and Dr. Rev. Tony Sundermeier will lead these classes and review the meaning of the Sacraments. Both classes are mandatory and at least one parent must attend with their child.
Finally, on May 17th, the children will take communion with the congregation at either the 9am or 11am service.
Please make sure you register for both Sundays. If you can not make one of the Sundays, please contact Katie Covington at kcovington@firstpresatl.org.
Creative Learners
FPC Children’s Ministry and the Samaritan Counseling Center is holding the second Creative Learners small group support group for kids, and their parents. Creative Learners are people who navigate ADD, dyslexia and other learning differences. Please join us Sunday, February 25th, to incorporate learning, growing friendships, and turning to our Christian faith for guidance. We will meet for lunch immediately following the 11 o’clock service all together and then break up into parent and kid groups.
$20 a family, $10 individual
RSVP link coming soon!
Creative Learners
FPC Children’s Ministry and the Samaritan Counseling Center is holding the second Creative Learners small group support group for kids, and their parents. Creative Learners are people who navigate ADD, dyslexia and other learning differences. Please join us Sunday, January 28, to incorporate learning, growing friendships, and turning to our Christian faith for guidance. We will meet for lunch immediately following the 11 o’clock service all together and then break up into parent and kid groups.
$20 a family, $10 individual
Navigate here to RSVP
1/26/2024 is the RSVP deadline
2023 Annual Christmas Pageant
It is that time of year! We hope you and your family will make plans to be part of an annual FPC tradition, the 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 17 during the 11:00 service.
Children ages 3 (By September 1st) thru 5th grade are able to participate, and we would love to see your family be part of this service! You can register online. Practices 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 10.
You can read more about the practices on the registration form. Practices take place during the 10:00 Sunday School hour, and the dress rehearsal will take place December 10 is following the 11:00 church service. Practices begin Sunday, October 29!
The Christmas Parade and Hanging of the Greens
Please join us for this very special, time-honored tradition; The Christmas Parade and Hanging of the Greens! Families journey home-to-home like the Maji in search of the Christ child and find the true spirit of the Christmas season. All travelers then join together in Fifield Hall to create ornaments for tree, share a meal and enjoy the warm company of friends and family. This is an event you will not want to miss. Begin your 2023 Christmas memories with us!
To register, navigate here!
Intergenerational Advent Festival
Begin your Christmas journey in the most magical way possible - surrounded by family, friends, and holiday fun. Join us as we create glittering Advent wreaths and decorate scrumptious sugar cookies around the Christmas Tree!
Please sign up here!
Trunk or Treat
Join us for Trunk or Treat on October 29th after the 11 a.m. worship. We will meet on the bottom level of the Lanier Parking Deck across from the church. Wear your costume to church! There will be games and candy galore.
Parent's, if you are feeling inspired, we need some volunteers to decorate cars and pass out candy. To RSVP, navigate HERE
Contact Katie Covington at kcovington@firstpresatl.org.
Atlanta Streets Alive
Atlanta Streets Alive is back on Peachtree! Let's have lunch after the 11am service and walk to 15th and Peachtree for some fun! Bring a game, ball, toy, a bike,scooter, etc & let's hit Peachtree together and enjoy some fellowship and fun!
Please let us know if you can make it by RSVP'ing HERE!
If you have any questions, please reach out to Katie Covington, kcovington@firstpresatl.org.
More details regarding lunch closer to the date.
Creative Learners
FPC Children’s Ministry and the Samaritan Counseling Center is starting a small group support group for kids who are Creative Learners, and their parents. Creative Learners are people who navigate ADD, dyslexia and other learning differences.
We will kick off our year with our first meeting on Sunday October 15, immediately following 11am worship. Let’s gather to incorporate learning, growing friendships, and turning to our Christian faith for guidance. We will meet for lunch all together and then break up into parent and kid groups.
Please register HERE for childcare and lunch. ($10 per person, $20 per family)
If you have any questions, please feel free to reach out to Katie Covington at kcovington@firstpresatl.org
Messy Church
Come join us for Messy Church held Sunday mornings June 4th thru July 30th from 10:00 - 10:45 a.m. in Room 307. All children age Pre-K thru 5th grade are invited to attend.Come along as we explore the biblical presence of God in the mountains, roadside and seas! We will travel along the River Jordan for Jesus's baptism, with Moses as he parts the Red Sea and atop Mount Sanai as he receives the Ten Commandments, and a walk with Jesus on the Road to Emmaus. Please join us on the journey!
Couples With Littles Playdate
Couples with children under 4 years old, come join us for some fellowship and fun at the FPC playground.
Register Here
Advanced registration is required.
Creative Learners and Families
Creative Learners and Families will gather for lunch and discussion after worship on May 7th, from 12:15 pm to 2:00 pm, to plan for our new kick-off in August 2023!
We are looking forward to hearing what will be meaningful for your creative learners and as parents in this ministry.
Childcare provided.
Connect with Katie Covington or Katie Sundermeier for further information
Kids on the Move!
Let’s get moving together!
4th and 5th graders will gather at the church playground, have a quick devotional, stretch, and hit the road!
What is our goal? Build relationships with one another, make new friends, and learn some healthy habits. You don’t have to be an avid runner to participate. All you need is a pair of tennis shoes and a good attitude.
Parents are welcome to join.
Note: We will not meet on April 2nd and April 9th due to Easter and Spring Break.
Kids on the Move!
Let’s get moving together!
4th and 5th graders will gather at the church playground, have a quick devotional, stretch, and hit the road!
What is our goal? Build relationships with one another, make new friends, and learn some healthy habits. You don’t have to be an avid runner to participate. All you need is a pair of tennis shoes and a good attitude.
Parents are welcome to join.
Note: We will not meet on April 2nd and April 9th due to Easter and Spring Break.
Kids on the Move!
Let’s get moving together!
4th and 5th graders will gather at the church playground, have a quick devotional, stretch, and hit the road!
What is our goal? Build relationships with one another, make new friends, and learn some healthy habits. You don’t have to be an avid runner to participate. All you need is a pair of tennis shoes and a good attitude.
Parents are welcome to join.
Note: We will not meet on April 2nd and April 9th due to Easter and Spring Break.
Easter Egg Hunt
We are looking forward to seeing you at our Annual Easter Egg Hunt.
We will have Easter Eggs for all age groups and breakfast refreshments for the adults!
We hope you can make it to this fun event. The Easter Bunny may even make an appearance!
Couples With Littles Playdate
Couples with children under 4 years old, come join us for some fellowship and fun at the FPC playground.
Register Here
Advanced registration is required.
Kids on the Move!
Let’s get moving together!
4th and 5th graders will gather at the church playground, have a quick devotional, stretch, and hit the road!
What is our goal? Build relationships with one another, make new friends, and learn some healthy habits. You don’t have to be an avid runner to participate. All you need is a pair of tennis shoes and a good attitude.
Parents are welcome to join.
Note: We will not meet on April 2nd and April 9th due to Easter and Spring Break.
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.