First Presbyterian Church News (Clarksville, TN)

Children and their families are invited to our Easter Egg Hunt on April 19 at 10 a.m. in Glenwood Park!

We are excited for the youth to lead during 10 a.m. worship on May 4! Please encourage your youth to attend Youth Group on March 30, April 6, and April 27 where we will be preparing for the service. Our final practice will be on Saturday, May 3, at 10 a.m.

Youth and children are invited to our Summer Celebration on May 29 from 6 to 9 p.m. at the home of Paul and Nicholas Cox! Games, activities, and food! Talk to Emily Vaughn if you have any questions. 

All the children will process in with palms and sing a special song together on Palm Sunday, April 13! Please try to attend Sunday School hour after worship on March 23, 30, and April 6 to practice. Talk to Emily Vaughn for more details. 

All students in grades 4 – 12  are invited to join the FPC Youth Group. Our upcoming meetings will be on March 30, April 6, and April 27 from 12 – 2 p.m., following the Sunday School hour. Lunch is provided. Come join us for fun and fellowship!  Contact Emily Vaughn if you have questions. 

Families, please make note of these exciting upcoming events for youth and children! Contact Emily Vaughn if you have questions or need more information. April 13th at 10:00 a.m.  Children’s Choir and Palm Parade April 19 at 10:00 a.m.  Easter Egg Hunt (Glenwood Park) May 4th  Youth Sunday July 8th–10th  Vacation Bible School

The Green Team at FPC will host a Faith+Climate Forum from 1 to 3 pm on Sunday, April 27. The afternoon will be complete with virtual teachings and in-person discussions and activities about what communities of faith can do to aid our local and broader environment. Please register for free at this link !

  All adults in the 20's-40's age range are invited to brunch after worship on April 27. Take a short drive to Casa Blanca on Riverside Drive. The church will provide childcare until 12:45 so parents can fully enjoy this time with friends. We encourage newcomers to join us! We hope you can come back to the church for our Faith+Climate Forum from 1 to 3 as well! 

The FPC Learning Center pre-registration is now open. The FPC Preschool registration is now open to all. The Preschool is scheduling tours for new families M-F after 2:15. If you would like to reserve a spot (spots can be reserved up to 2 weeks) or schedule a tour, please contact Jessica Hyde.

The Presbytery of Middle Tennessee (our local ruling body) wants to hear from young members about how the church could serve you better and what your hopes or concerns may be for the church's future. Our younger members need to be heard, and their collective voices deserve a seat at the table as decisions are made for the evolving church in the 21st century! Please lend your voice to the Young Adult Roundtable (suggested age range 25-45) on Saturday, April 12 from 12 to 1 pm Central (Zoom link forthcoming). If you cannot make it, let Hannah Cruse know that you are interested in contributing to the visioning process so that she can follow up.  Thank you in advance! Please start pondering these questions: 1. What should local churches continue doing or do differently to reach young people like yourself better?  2. What internal issues does our denomination or local church need to acknowledge and address to be the kind of organization that serves young people well?  3. Given...

Spring Break for Seasons, the LC and PS is March 10-14. This may affect other events at FPC as well, so please check the calendar or contact us.

Registration is open for the FPC Learning Center and Preschool. Please contact us!

 The Learning Center and Preschool will break from December 18 to January 5. Please check with your teachers for details. Happy holidays!

All elementary students are invited to participate in the third annual Candy Cane Olympics following Second Sunday lunch on December 8th. Families are always invited to stay or can sneak away to do some shopping! We will conclude the games with closing ceremonies at 2pm. Our FPC Youth Group will be Christmas shopping after the Olympics until 4:30pm. All youth, grades 4th-12th are invited to shop and wrap gifts for our families.

The Littles would like to invite young adults and families to lunch after Sunday School/The Trek next Sunday, Oct. 27 at their home around noon. They will serve brisket, hot dogs, beans, and sides. You can bring a dish but certainly don't feel obligated. Kids are welcome. RSVP is appreciated but not necessary. Please try to come if you are available! So grateful to the Littles for hosting! 

Aren't you curious to find out what Pastor Greg experienced and learned this summer during his sabbatical? Hear all about it at Faith Focus this Wednesday, October 23. Eat dinner with us at 5:30 and stay for the program from 6 to 7 pm! Children's activities provided.

DWELL's annual Friendsgiving party is approaching! Young adults are invited to an evening of food, karaoke, and games on Sunday, November 24 from 4 to 7 pm. Please RSVP to Hannah Cruse so we can arrange a potluck. Located in Fellowship Hall at 213 Main St. 

The Learning Center, Preschool, Seasons, church events, and pickleball will take off for Fall Break on October 14-18. Enjoy some rest and relaxation!  Note that all choir practices and Faith Focus are also canceled. We will still have Mon. yoga and Wed. Bible Study.

The FPC Learning Center invites you to their Scholastic Book Fair in the Chapel this Fall!  Sunday, Sept. 22 11:00-12:15  Monday, Sept. 23 - Thursday, Sept. 26  8:45-9:30, 11:45-12:30, & 1:45-2:30 

The young adults at FPC are invited to go as a group to the Clarksville Oktoberfest on Sunday, Sept. 29 at Beachaven Winery (1100 Dunlop Ln). Free admission, live polka band, German foods, wines and beers, games, dancing, and activities for the whole family. Talk to Hannah Cruse for more details.