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In This Edition: Weeks of April 23 - 29, 2026
8:30am | Sanctuary 10:45am | Worship & Arts Center 11:00am | Sanctuary
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"Life Empowered and Enabled” (Nehemiah 2:4–12)Rev. Dr. Richard Gibbons preaching
8:30am Nursery 9:30am Children’s Sunday School 9:45am Student Life Groups 9:45am Adult Life Groups 10:30am Kids Church
Sunday Life Groups
Genevieve Mae Fellers, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Cameron Fellers (Magdalena) Russell Walker Howard, son of Mr. and Mrs. Reid Howard (Ashlynn) Bennett Clark Thomason, son of Mr. and Mrs. Pierce Thomason (Sarah)
Mr. and Mrs. Cameron Duhon (Amber Newland), who were married on April 18 Mr. and Mrs. Conner Smith (GraceAnne Stokes), who were married on April 18
April 19: Christine and Scott Auslund (Kiefer), Lynda and Sumter Bradwell, Lauren Brock, Lisa and Todd Burton, Lauren and Barrett Clayton (Emerson and Weston), Martha and Emory Hendrix (Guy and Mary Alice), Kaitlyn and Joshua Holzhaeuser, Jane and Jim Neely, Katie and James Pizzo (Eleanor and Stevie), Gabby and Clark Rettberg, Rick Rettberg, Dana and Greg Ulmer
Mr. and Mrs. Kevin Short, Sr. (Suzanne) in the death of her father, Dr. Hal H. Crosswell, Jr., MD, of Columbia, SC, on April 17, to Mr. and Mrs. Robert Barreto (Sullivan), Dr. and Mrs. Will Payne (Sarah Katherine), and Laughton Short in the death of her grandfather, and to Libby and Kit Barreto in the death of their great-grandfather. Mr. and Mrs. James Erickson (Judy) in the death of her mother, Elaine H. Waldrop, of Pickens, SC, on April 9. Rev. Charlie and Dr. Carrie Buchanan in the death of his grandmother, Ms. Edith Buchanan, of North Augusta, SC, on April 11. The family of Mr. Paul McGahee. Mr. McGahee died on April 15.
Paul Adrian McGahee Jr. • September 21, 1953 – April 15, 2026
CHURCH HONOR FUND In honor of Barbara Hanner by Nathan and Sugie Einstein CHILDREN’S MINISTRY FUND In memory of Betty Farr by Ewan and Becky Sweeney Sr.; Dr. and Mrs. Charles West CHURCH MEMORIAL FUND In memory of John Cooter by Laura Lynn and William Luce In memory of Betty Farr by Darleene and Don Martin; Suzanne R. Pyle; Lee Anne and Charlie Strauss; Vicki Anderson In memory of Lambert “Whit” Jordan by Trish Campbell In memory of William Rogers by Dr. and Mrs. Charles West In memory of Lucy Tiller by Stephanie and Dane Pierce MUSIC MINISTRY FUND In memory of Le Anna Browning by The Gospel Partners Life Group In memory of Lucy Tiller by Dr. and Mrs. Charles West TRANSFORMING THE HEART OF THE CITY FUND In memory of John Cooter by Dr. and Mrs. Charles West In memory of Thomas Lide Jr. by Dr. and Mrs. Charles West In memory of Jim Nance by Dr. and Mrs. Charles West In memory of Jim Smith Jr. by Dr. and Mrs. Charles West
Nancy Adams, Bill Anthony, Sandra Banks, Betty Bennett, Harry Bolick, Dan Boling, Dick Brennecke, Brantley Daniel, Peggy Denny, Richard & Danette Hanks, Harry Hightower, Don Hobbs, Charlie Hutton, Anne Lide, Jenny McCorkle, Lisa Merck, Rachel Mullinax, Chloris Norman, Carolyn Rice, Thom Robelot, Louise Robinson, Bill Sykes, Lewis Tollison, Beryl Wickliffe, Jetty Wickliffe
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APRIL 26: Youth Envelope Fundraiser 30: Grow@First Semester Ends MAY 3: Senior Sunday 6: Children’s Choirs’ Showcase 7–9: Mary Poppins Jr. Musical 10: Mother’s Day 15: Eighteen Mile Bluegrass For more events and details click here.
Want to help bring Bible stories of Paul and the underground church to life? We’re looking for enthusiastic volunteers to fill 10 roles in our Vacation Bible School dramas. Some roles span all four days, while others are one-day parts—there’s something for everyone! Interested? Dates are June 8 - 11. Contact Tina Jones at tjones@firstpresgreenville.org.
Our weekly discipleship semester will continue through the end of this month. Dr. Gibbons’ Bible Study will continue at 12:30pm and 6:30pm through Wednesday, April 29, and then only the luncheon Bible Study will continue through June. Watch for more information or visit the website at FirstPresGreenville.org/events.
Join us on Friday, May 15, at 6:30pm for an unforgettable evening of bluegrass music with Eighteen Mile. This dynamic group of five young musicians blends deep roots in traditional bluegrass and gospel with fresh, original songwriting. Their passion for crafting a classic sound—while telling their own stories—creates a performance that resonates with every audience. Named after Eighteenmile Creek in the Upstate of South Carolina, the band brings a genuine small-town charm and authenticity that is both engaging and inspiring. Don’t miss this special night of music that’s sure to capture hearts.
First Presbyterian Academy’s upper school students proudly presents Mary Poppins Jr., a magical musical adventure for the whole family! Join us on May 7, 8, or 9, at 7:00pm in the Worship & Arts Center. Featuring beloved songs, unforgettable characters, and a heartwarming story full of wonder, this delightful production celebrates the power of family, imagination, and a little bit of magic. It’s a practically perfect evening you won’t want to miss! Tickets are on sale now at FirstPresgreenville.org/events.
Join us for a joyful evening as our Cherub, Carol, and Covenant Choirs present their final program of the year on Wednesday, May 6, at 6:15pm in the Sanctuary. Children from K4 through Grade 5 will share the music they’ve been learning and growing in all year long. Come celebrate and support these young voices as they glorify God through song!
Looking for something fun, creative, and meaningful for your kids this summer? Music Camp, June 8–11, is the perfect place to explore music, imagination, and play! Kids can enjoy VBS (9:00am–12:00noon) in the morning and stay for Music Camp in the afternoon (12:00–4:00pm). From ukulele and world percussion to piano, organ, and drama, campers will experience a wide range of hands-on musical activities with a highly qualified staff of teachers. This year, we’re bringing the North Pole to the South with a festive “Christmas in the Summer” theme, complete with carols, holiday-themed music games, and plenty of cool surprises along the way. The week concludes with a special double feature: a live finale concert for family and friends, followed by a celebratory trip to Discovery Island Waterpark—a perfect way to end an unforgettable week with a splash! Cost: $100 per child. Click here to register.
With the rise in attendance (and little ones), we are seeking 10 classroom assistants for a new toddler room. This role would be once a month on Sundays, 10:30am–12:10pm, and would enable parents to attend worship. Contact Tina at tjones@firstpresgreenville.org.
Children’s Ministry is collecting essential items to support neighbors living in low-income housing in our community. Each summer, Day Missions prepares and distributes 500 bags filled with basic necessities, helping families meet everyday needs. See a complete list of needed items, click here. Prefer to shop online? Click here to shop. You can have items shipped directly to the church, Attn: Karen King. Donations may be dropped off on Sunday mornings or Wednesday evenings at the Children’s Ministry Check-In Desk next to the Nursery.
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