Upcoming Events at FPC
October 2026
VACCINATION CLINIC
Wednesday, October 7, 3:30-6:30 pm, Fellowship Hall. We are hosting a vaccination clinic for individuals who want to get an updated Flu, RSV, or COVID-19 vaccine. No registration or appointment is required. Bring an insurance card!
WEDNESDAY NIGHT ALIVE (WNA): SERVING WITH HUMILITY: WHO GETS THE BLESSING (GWIN HILTON)
Wednesday, October 7, 5:30 pm, Fellowship Hall. How can I help? Do I have anything to offer? Am I too young, too old, or without the right resources? We all have talents and opportunities to serve; some we recognize, and others we may not have discovered yet. Join us as we explore how God can use what each of us has to offer and consider an important question: when we serve others with humility, who really receives the blessing? Menu: Baked spaghetti casserole, salad, bread, apple dessert. Cost: $8/ea. RSVP NOW.
FALL MISSION OPPORTUNITY: BLACK MOUNTAIN HOME FALL FESTIVAL
Saturday, October 10, 10:00 am to 3:00 pm, off-site. Make a difference in foster children's lives by joining in on the fun of their annual Fall Festival. Activities are available for all ages, including face painting, rides, food, and a silent auction. All proceeds raised go directly to assist children in need of out-of-home placement.
SAVE THE DATE FOR A MUSICAL CELEBRATION
Sunday, October 11, 4:00 pm, Fellowship Hall. Join us for a special Giving Season Dueling Pianos Concert. Expect live music, sing-alongs, refreshments, laughter, and a few surprises along the way. Contact the Church office to register or register on Realm.
WEDNESDAY NIGHT ALIVE (WNA): GROWING THE CHURCH: CONQUERING ROME (Judge Craig Whitley)
Wednesday, October 14, 5:30 pm, Fellowship Hall. How did a handful of believers grow into millions within just 300 years? Judge Craig Whitley explores the remarkable growth of the early Christian church and the faith of ordinary believers empowered by the Holy Spirit. As FPC begins implementing its new Strategic Plan, discover what their story might teach us about what ordinary Christians can accomplish when they set their minds on serving God. Menu: Hamburgers & hotdogs, baked beans, slaw, chips, brownies. Cost: $8/ea. RSVP Now.
ROAD RUNNERS: LAZY 5 RANCH FALL ADVENTURE
Friday, October 16, all day, off-site. Spend a beautiful fall day with the Road Runners at Lazy 5 Ranch in Mooresville. Enjoy a guided wagon ride through the ranch where you'll see giraffes, zebras, antelope, and other animals up close, then explore the grounds. We'll also enjoy lunch together at Scratch Kitchen before returning home. The bus leaves the church at 7:30 am and returns around 5:00 pm. The wagon ride cost is $15 per person. Space is limited, so reserve your spot early. Contact Connie Gesser.
90TH BIRTHDAY LUNCHEON
Tuesday, October 20, Noon-1:30 pm, Fellowship Hall. You are cordially invited to attend a special luncheon honoring those celebrating 90 years and above. There is no cost for honorees; however, admission is $8 per guest, payable at the door.
WEDNESDAY NIGHT ALIVE (WNA): LESSONS FROM THE MOUNTAIN (DR. WILL CURRENT)
Wednesday, October 21, 5:30, Fellowship Hall. As we begin a new season of WNA our programs will be in the context of our season of visioning and our congregational vision, "Belonging, Renewing and Transforming." Many times our Biblical heroes turned to the mountains when it was time to discern a call. Come hear lessons from the Wyoming mountains as Will and George Current recently attempted the Grand Teton summit (elevation: 13,775 ft.). Menu: Vegetable Beef Soup and Chicken Noodle Soup, cheddar bay biscuits, fruit, water. Cost: $8/ea. RSVP NOW.
SLEEP IN HEAVENLY PEACE FALL BUILD PROJECT
Saturday, October 24 and 31, off-site. FPC is partnering with Sleep in Heavenly Peace for our Fall Build Project. Volunteers will help build beds for children in our community who need a safe, comfortable place to sleep. No special skills or experience are needed. Tools, instructions, and guidance will be provided. Sign up today and help make a meaningful difference for a local child, one bed at a time.
FPC MEMBERSHIP 101: MEMBERSHIP IN THE PCUSA
Sunday, October 25, 10:00 am, Library. What does it mean to be Presbyterian, and what makes our tradition distinctive? There is more to explore than you might think. From the way we understand faith and Scripture to how we worship, make decisions, and serve together, Presbyterianism has a rich history that continues to shape who we are today.
Whether you have been Presbyterian your whole life or are simply curious to learn more, this is an opportunity to ask questions, make new connections, and discover more about the tradition we share.
TRUNK OR TREAT
October 25, 5:00 to 7:00 pm, Fellowship Hall parking lot. We need your help with ensuring that we have a great supply of backup candy. Please donate candy (individually wrapped Halloween candy), small toys (shop orientaltrading.com), and treats (individually wrapped cookies). We also need volunteers to decorate trunks. Drop off your donations in the baskets placed at the Reception Desk, Memorial Gallery, and Fellowship Hall. Contact Mary Taneti for more information.
HELP US WELCOME THE WNC PRESBYTERY TO FPC
October 27, all day, church-wide. First Presbyterian Church is pleased to host this year’s Presbytery meeting. As pastors, elders, and church leaders from across the Presbytery gather at FPC, we need volunteers to help us extend a warm welcome and provide hospitality throughout the day. If you can lend a hand, please contact Jill Kimbirl to learn more about volunteer opportunities. Help us make our guests feel at home at FPC!
WEDNESDAY NIGHT ALIVE (WNA): HOW DO WE TELL PEOPLE ABOUT GOD? (NANCY GREEN)
Wednesday, October 28, 5:30, Fellowship Hall. How does God want us to tell others about God? Nancy Green leads a conversation about the Great Commission, Jesus' call to make disciples of all nations, and what that commission means for believers today. Join us October 28 as we explore what it means to share our faith and participate in the mission Christ gave the church. Menu: Breakfast for supper: Eggs, sausage, bacon, grits, biscuits with assorted jelly, fruit, cinnamon rolls. Cost: $8/ea. RSVP NOW.
November 2026
FAITH AND FICTION
Sunday, November 1, 4:00 pm, off-site. We will discuss the book Sandwich by Catherine Newman.
WEDNESDAY NIGHT ALIVE (WNA): MISSION COMMITTEE RESTRUCTURING (CHARLIE GRISSOM)
Wednesday, November 4, 5:30, Fellowship Hall. Mission and outreach are central to the life of the church, and FPC's new Strategic Plan brings important changes to how that work is organized. Join Charlie Grissom to learn about the restructuring of the Mission Committee, what is changing, and how the new structure will help shape FPC's mission and outreach. Menu: Chili beans, slaw, cornbread, chocolate chip cookies. Cost: $8/ea. RSVP NOW.
KIRKIN' O' THE TARTANS
Sunday, November 8, 11:00 am, Sanctuary. We will gather for one combined service at 11:00 am as we participate in the Kirkin’ O’ the Tartans! During this service, we will participate in the tradition of carrying tartans into the church as we celebrate our Presbyterian Scottish heritage. There will be a covered dish lunch following worship in the Fellowship Hall at noon.
VETERAN'S DAY LUNCHEON
Wednesday, November 11, Noon-1:00 pm, Fellowship Hall. Join us for a special luncheon to celebrate our veterans.
WEDNESDAY NIGHT ALIVE (WNA): THANKSGIVING DINNER
Wednesday, November 18, 5:30, Fellowship Hall. Gather around the table as we conclude the fall season of Wednesday Night Alive with our Thanksgiving Dinner on November 18. Share an evening of food, fellowship, and gratitude, with a special Thanksgiving Prayer led by Mary Taneti. Menu: Thanksgiving Meal: Turkey breast, ham, dressing, mashed potatoes, broccoli casserole, gravy, green beans, mac and cheese, sweet potato casserole, slaw, rolls, cranberry sauce, pumpkin pie, pecan pie. RSVP NOW.
WOMEN'S FALL RETREAT AT MONTREAT
Mark your calendars for November 20–22 as women of First Presbyterian Church gather at Montreat Conference Center for a weekend retreat filled with worship, learning, fellowship, and fun. This retreat is a chance to step away from the busyness of life and reconnect with God and one another. Contact Mary Taneti for details.