2025-26 GRADUATES LIST AVAILABLE

Congratulations to all of our FPC members and family members who are graduates of High Schools, Colleges, Graduate Schools, and Seminaries. For a complete list of names, click here. Printed lists are available in the literature racks.

JUNE 21st FATHER’S DAY CHOIR

Calling all men! With Father’s Day approaching, First Pres Men’s Discipleship will be hosting a very special men’s choir at both our 8:30am and 11:00am services on June 21. Sign up and invite your son, father, brother, or friends! To participate, simply email Charlie Buchanan at cbuchanan@firstpresgreenville.org.

FISCAL YEAR-END GIVING

June marks the final month of our fiscal year and the beginning of summer. We are grateful that the 2025–2026 fiscal year has been strong to date, and we thank you for your continued generosity and faithful support of the Ministry Budget.

As we approach year-end, our prayer is to finish the fiscal year well. If you are traveling or away during the summer, you can still give in several convenient ways:

• Online giving
• Mail-in gifts
• IRA distributions (RMD or Qualified Charitable Distributions)
• Donor Advised Funds or Trust distributions
• Gifts of appreciated stock

If you have questions about any of these giving options, please contact Kristy Service at 864.565.0929 or Bobby Hoffman at 864.565.0962.

LOOKING AHEAD

JUNE
8–11: VBS and Day Missions
9: Youth Summer Basketball League Begins
12: In the Land of Wooden Shoes Exhibit Opening/Reception
16–17: Now and Not Yet Women’s Bible Study Begins
17: Summer Ice Cream Social
19–21: Cultivate 2026: ROOTED Retreat
28: Patriotic Sunday Services

JULY
1: Proclaim Liberty Concert
3: Church Campus Closed for July 4 Holiday
15: Summer Ice Cream Social

For more events and details click here.

Discipleship Ministry, Claire Ripley
BIBLE STUDIES AND MEALS CANCELED DURING VBS WEEK JUNE 8–11

Please note that due to Vacation Bible School June 8–11, Wednesday Lunch and Bible Study, Thursday Morning Men’s Bible Study, and the Christian Men’s Fellowship are canceled. All regular activities resume the following week.

Women’s Ministry, Tiffany Boggs
RADIANCE SMALL GROUP REGISTRATION

Are you a woman in your 20s to early 40s looking for a small group? Join Radiance! Groups meet in mentor leaders’ homes for dinner and Bible study on Tuesday or Wednesday evenings from 6:30–8:00pm. Together, we “do life” as we grow in faith, enjoy retreats and fun activities, and serve our Greenville community. Registration is open now through August 8 for the Fall and Spring 2027 semesters. Participants are placed in groups with others in a similar life stage. . Click here to sign up. Questions? Contact Diana Orders at dianaschmittorders@gmail.com.

Fine Arts Ministry, Chelsea Fraser
CULTIVATE 2026: ROOTED RETREAT

This in-person retreat at First Pres on June 19–21 will gather faithful creatives and leaders for a weekend of keynote speakers, workshops on writing and publishing, worship, guided prayer, and meaningful community. Space is limited, with fewer than 35 seats remaining. Registration is $250 and includes special offerings such as a free Friday community dinner, professional author/artist head shots, and unique breakout experiences. For more details and to register, click here.

Fine Arts Ministry, Chelsea Fraser
OPENING NIGHT: IN THE LAND OF WOODEN SHOES, A HOLOCAUST REMEMBRANCE

Join us for an Opening Night Reception on Friday, June 12, at 6:00pm in Building A and Lenz Gallery. This powerful exhibition, a collaboration between the Anne Frank Center and South Carolina artist Mary Burkett, tells the stories of children affected by the Holocaust through moving visual portraits and storytelling. More than an art exhibit, it is an immersive experience of remembrance—honoring young lives, fostering empathy, and inviting reflection. The exhibition runs through November and is open to individuals, families, schools, and community groups, with guided tours and special programming available. For more information or group bookings, contact Chelsea Fraser at cfraser@firstpresgreenville.org.

First Pres Sports, Caleb McKisic
YOUTH SUMMER BASKETBALL LEAGUE

Join us this summer for our Youth Basketball League in the Graham Gym! Open to K5–12th grade, the season runs June 8–July 25. Spots are limited, so register today, click here. Contact Caleb McKisic at info@CSARec.com or visit FirstPresSports.com for more details.

Intro League (K5–1st Grade)
Co-ed league designed to teach basketball fundamentals in a fun, encouraging environment. Meets Saturdays only. Cost: $65
Youth League (2nd–9th Grade)
Players will compete in age- and gender-based divisions, with weekday skills clinics and Saturday games. Cost: $95

Worship & Music, Susan Messer
PROCLAIM LIBERTY CONCERT TICKETS

Experience an inspiring evening of worship and patriotic celebration at Proclaim Liberty—a concert honoring our nation’s 250th birthday. Featuring a full choir and orchestra, this special event is designed for the whole family. Tickets are on sale now—Adults: $15, Children: $10. Click here to purchase. Join us as we celebrate 250 years of freedom, lift our voices in worship, and proclaim liberty together on Wednesday, July 1, from 6:00–7:30pm in the Sanctuary.

Children’s Ministry, Tina Jones
CARING FOR FAMILIES WHO FOSTER AND ADOPT

Are you currently fostering or in the process of adopting? We would love to match you with folks who will support your family with prayer, meals, respite care, and more. Email tjones@firstpresgreenville.org.

Children’s Ministry, Tina Jones
HELP SHAPE THE NEXT GENERATION OF FAITH

Are you looking for a meaningful way to invest in others? Do you have a heart for helping children grow in their faith and come to know Jesus? We invite you to join our Children’s Ministry team for the 2026–27 ministry year.
We are currently building our volunteer team and have a variety of opportunities available, including:

• Leading Children’s Worship
• Caring for infants and toddlers
• Teaching or assisting in Sunday classes
• Serving as a buddy for a child with special needs
• Greeting families and helping children get to their classrooms

Most volunteers serve just one Sunday each month. To learn more, contact Tina Jones, Children’s Ministry Director, at tjones@firstpresgreenville.org or review the available volunteer roles HERE. Your investment today can have an eternal impact on the life of a child.

First Presbyterian Academy, Rob Brown
OPEN YOUR HOME. CHANGE THEIR WORLD.

First Presbyterian Academy is excited to partner with iGoGo International to welcome exceptional international students from Brazil and Spain for the upcoming school year. We are seeking Christian families willing to host and mentor these students by welcoming them into daily family life, offering spiritual encouragement, and sharing the love of Christ in a meaningful way. If you are interested in learning more about this unique ministry opportunity and how it works, click here or contact Jynne Stowe at 864.678.5107 or jstowe@firstpresacademy.com.