First Presbyterian Church News (Clarksville, TN)

First Pres has been offering free yoga classes for at least 10 years now. Currently the Tuesday evening one hour class starts at 5:00 pm with Kris Foust leading. It meets in Fellowship Hall. Mats, blankets, bolsters, blocks, straps are available, or folks can bring their own. Because these are shared, some like to bring a towel to use with the bolsters. The Thursday morning one hour class normally meets in the AOC gym at 8:30am. However, it is being held in Fellowship Hall while the AOC is in use as a Cooling Center. Folks need to bring their own mats. The other supplies are not used. However, we do make use of the light weights available.  Neither of the leaders is formally certified. Both classes are beginner to moderate level. It’s good for someone new to a class let the leader know whether they have practiced yoga before. Attendees are always encouraged to start at their own level, knowing that with regular practice they will see their own progress. That’s the incentive th...

We need science teachers for this school year at the FPC Learning Center!  If you know someone who would love to teach science part-time Monday through Thursday, contact Dianne York or the Learning Center directly. Hours are 8:00-12:00 or 8:00-2:00. Learn all about our school HERE . Phone: (931)648-BOOK 2665 Email: reports.alc@gmail.com Address: 213 Main Street Clarksville, TN 37040

  Events This Week 8th Sunday After Pentecost, July 31 9:00 a.m.   One and Done Choir (in Sanctuary) Women's Friendship Sunday School Class Men's Brotherhood Sunday School Class 10:00 a.m.  Morning Worship ***RESCHEDULED*** Youth Group Activity ***CANCELED***   Dwell Harpeth River Float Monday, August 1 9:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. Learning Center Teacher Orientation Tuesday, August 2 9:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.  Learning Center Teacher Orientation 5:00 p.m. Yoga (in Fellowship Hall) Wednesday, August 3 9:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.  Learning Center Teacher Orientation 10:00 a.m.  Bible Study with Pastor Greg Meet in the Library or Join on  Zoom  (Meeting ID: 231 246 359; Passcode: 007472) 6:00 p.m. " Worship Night" Led by Crosspoint Church (Downtown Commons) Thursday, August 4 8:30 a.m. Yoga (in Fellowship Hall during July) 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.  Learning Center Teacher Orientation 5:00 p.m. Art Walk (Downtown)

  Prayers Please be in prayer this week for:   Anita Hart (Mary Lynn Sadler's mother), Wade Rudolph, Hunter Daniel, Nicole Williamson (Greg and Denice Williamson's daughter-in-law), Justine Kaneris (works with "Seasons"), Jennifer Wallace (Learning Center teacher), Rayna & Joey Williamson, Kim Smith (Kitty Boaz's daughter), Melanie Cobb (Steve and Diane Miner's daughter), Leo Adames, Dick Pryor, all those affected by Covid-19, and Participants of "Seasons" (FPC's care program for adults with special needs) Please continue to pray for: Don Atkins, Florence Bailey, Don Beck, Jay Bowland, Bessie Costanza, Lew Metts, the FPC Christian Ed Program, Seasons Respite Care, as well as those in LaGonave, Haiti, Rwanda, and South Sudan.  Condolences to the friends and families of: Allen Hall , Diane Miner's father.  Obituary here. Robert K. Ehly , Robin Mealer's father. Obituary here. Praises We give praise for: The baptism of Hugh Edward Sande...

  Dan Aiken Hank Livingstone Leo & Margaret Adames Vicki & Lew Wallace   Diane Bowland                                   Leo & Margaret Adames Ross & Nancy Hicks   Michael Harris Vicki & Lew Wallace   Calvin S. McKay Cecil & Mary Beth Morgan   Ruby Jean McLeod Ross & Nancy Hicks Larry & Charene Watson   Liz Thomas Leo & Margaret Adames Ross & Nancy Hicks       Memorials received after August 1 will be  on  the Newsletter dated September 4.

  Events This Week 7th Sunday After Pentecost, July 24 9:00 a.m.   Women's Friendship Sunday School Class Men's Brotherhood Sunday School Class 10:00 a.m.  Morning Worship 2:00 p.m.   Shower Love (at Loaves & Fishes) Tuesday, July 26 5:00 p.m. Yoga (in Fellowship Hall) Wednesday, July 27 10:00 a.m.  Bible Study with Pastor Greg Meet in the Library or Join on  Zoom  (Meeting ID: 231 246 359; Passcode: 007472) Thursday, July 28 8:30 a.m. Yoga (in Fellowship Hall during July) 6:00 p.m. Chapel Cinema Screening "RBG"

  Prayers Please be in prayer this week for:   Wade Rudolph, Hunter Daniel, Nicole Williamson (Greg and Denice Williamson's daughter-in-law), Justine Kaneris (works with "Seasons"), Jennifer Wallace (Learning Center teacher), Rayna & Joey Williamson, Kim Smith (Kitty Boaz's daughter), Melanie Cobb (Steve and Diane Miner's daughter), Leo Adames, Dick Pryor, all those affected by Covid-19, and Participants of "Seasons" (FPC's care program for adults with special needs) Condolences to: The family and friends of Calvin McKay , who passed away a few days ago.  Obituary here.  On Monday, July 25, visitation is from 1 to 4 pm, and the funeral is at 4 pm at Neal-Tarpley-Parchman. Please continue to pray for: Don Atkins, Florence Bailey, Don Beck, Jay Bowland, Bessie Costanza, Lew Metts, the FPC Christian Ed Program, Seasons Respite Care, as well as those in LaGonave, Haiti, Rwanda, and South Sudan.  Praises We give praise for: Seasons' part...

Matt Silvey  Lilli Cobb  Charlie Foust  Marcia Williams  Charlyne Harvey  Charene Watson  Becca Goad  Cindy Crosby  Ted McCurdy  Cecil Morgan, III  Sharrock Cobb  Brian Goggin  Myla Dennis  Brock Young  Maxine Nance Sarah Hedstrom Elaine Smith  Kay Cristina  Sarah Ludvingsen  Don Morgan  Anthony Shingler  Rhonda Banasiak  Bob Hudson  Charlise DeLoach  Don Morgan, Jr.  Mary Thomas  Steve Wallace  Jill Ayers Florence Bailey  John Bettencourt Steven Gallaher Bowen Glenn Sarah Wallace Prudencia Gwelleng

WHO'S INVITED?  Middle School and High School youth. WHAT'S THE ACTIVITY? An "Escape Room"-themed group activity using creative thinking, Bible knowledge, and teamwork skills. ( Not a professional Escape Room.) WHAT'S FOR LUNCH? Pizza! WHO'S ORGANIZING? Our guest youth director, Alexis Ulibarri (APSU student, wife to Jon). WHERE? In the Fellowship Hall at FPC.    WHEN? August 14 from 4:00 to 6:00 pm. HOW TO GET MORE DETAILS?  Contact Dianne York or Emily Vaughn by calling/emailing the church office.

  Prayers Please be in prayer this week for:   Wade Rudolph, Hunter Daniel, Nicole Williamson (Greg and Denice Williamson's daughter-in-law), Justine Kaneris (works with "Seasons"), Jennifer Wallace (Learning Center teacher), Rayna & Joey Williamson, Kim Smith (Kitty Boaz's daughter), Melanie Cobb (Steve and Diane Miner's daughter), Leo Adames, Dick Pryor, and all those affected by Covid-19. Please continue to pray for: Don Atkins, Florence Bailey, Don Beck, Jay Bowland, Bessie Costanza, Lew Metts, the FPC Christian Ed Program, Seasons Respite Care, as well as those in LaGonave, Haiti, Rwanda, and South Sudan.  We offer our sincerest condolences to: The family of CW4 Michael Harris , who passed away last week after a brave battle fighting Acute Myeloid Leukemia. Michael is the son-in-law of Richard and Sheryl Parker. Please pray especially for his wife, Mandi, and their three daughters: Eliot (9yo), Parker (8yo), and Piper (8yo)....

  Events This Week 6th Sunday After Pentecost, July 17 9:00 a.m.   Women's Friendship Sunday School Class Men's Brotherhood Sunday School Class 10:00 a.m.  Morning Worship 11:15 a.m.  Session Meeting Monday, July 18 Project Transformation Tuesday, July 19 Project Transformation 5:00 p.m. Yoga (in Fellowship Hall) Wednesday, July 20 ***Bible Study CANCELED due to Project Transformation*** Thursday, July 21 Project Transformation 8:30 a.m. Yoga (in Fellowship Hall during July) Friday, July 22 6:00 p.m. "Cool" Family Movie Night (in Fellowship Hall) Saturday, July 23 10:00 a.m. Dwell YA Volunteering (at Loaves & Fishes)

 

Come inside out of the heat for a family "picnic-style" movie night!  Bring blankets, picnic snacks, drinks, or anything else you might need to get comfy. Chairs will be provided if you don't want to sit on the floor. We will make homemade popcorn and provide water for free. Other snacks available for purchase.  WHAT: Toy Story 4 WHEN: Friday, July 22 at 6:00  WHERE: Fellowship Hall at First Presbyterian Church 

Prayers Please be in prayer this week for:   Wade Rudolph, Hunter Daniel, Michael Harris (Sheryl and Richard Parker's son-in-law), Nicole Williamson (Greg and Denice Williamson's daughter-in-law), Justine Kaneris (works with "Seasons"), Jennifer Wallace (Learning Center teacher), Rayna & Joey Williamson, Kim Smith (Kitty Boaz's daughter), Melanie Cobb (Steve and Diane Miner's daughter), Leo Adames, Dick Pryor, and all those affected by Covid-19. Please continue to pray for: Don Atkins, Florence Bailey, Don Beck, Jay Bowland, Bessie Costanza, Lew Metts, the FPC Christian Ed Program, Seasons Respite Care, as well as those in LaGonave, Haiti, Rwanda, and South Sudan.  Condolences to: The family of Michael Harris , who passed away early Saturday morning. Michael is the son-in-law of Richard and Sheryl Parker and is married to Mandy. They have 3 elementary-aged girls. Praises We give praise for: The gift of rain after a long dry, hot period. The plants...

  Events This Week 5th Sunday After Pentecost, July 10 9:00 a.m.   Women's Friendship Sunday School Class Men's Brotherhood Sunday School Class 10:00 a.m.  Morning Worship 6:00 p.m.  Choir & Staff Party Tuesday, July 12 5:00 p.m. Yoga (in Fellowship Hall) Wednesday, July 13 10:00 a.m. Bible Study with Pastor Greg Meet in the Library or Join on  Zoom  (Meeting ID: 231 246 359; Passcode: 007472) Thursday, July 14 8:30 a.m. Yoga (in Fellowship Hall during July) 5:00 p.m.  Art Walk (Downtown)

Every year at the end of summer, FPC celebrates families and kids going back to school. We call it "Rally Day." This year's Rally Day will be on Sunday, August 21 . We will start off with complimentary breakfast in the Fellowship Hall at 9:00 am (instead of Sunday School). During 10:00 worship, all the children may come forward during the Children's Moment for a "Blessing of the Backpacks." VBS kids--those who signed up this year and those from 2021--are encouraged to attend and enjoy the festivities! Following worship, Elementary students will have a picnic and pool party. (Check with Dianne York for details.)

 Our Church Picture Directories are here! You may pick them up for free in the CHURCH OFFICE.

One and Done Choir is back for the summer ! Block off  Sunday, July 31  on your calendars. Don't miss this opportunity for low-stress singing, donuts, fellowship, sharing your gifts, and having a blast. We will learn an easy yet rewarding piece starting at   9:00 in the sanctuary   and will then perform it during worship. We will perform a choral rendition of jazz musician Pharoah Sanders' "Hum Allah" with keyboard, various instruments, and percussion. Sheet music and instructions provided. Our simple, one-page arrangement by Hannah Cruse is inspired by this original recording:  Contact Hannah Cruse  for more details (call the church office or search Realm). And don't forget to share this post with your friends in the community--the more the merrier!