First Presbyterian Church – Durham, North Carolina

Inclement Weather Feb. 2025

ALL FPC ACTIVITIES CANCELLED

Due to the potential of snow, sleet, and ice, the decision has been made by the pastoral staff to cancel all events related to First Presbyterian Church on:

Wednesday, February 19th after 12pm
Thursday, February 20th – All Day

We ask that you take heed to travel advisories and stay in where you are warm. You are encouraged to check on neighbors, especially the elderly, and those who live alone.

Take Care,

FPC Staff

Orville Powell Memorial Service

A Memorial Service will be held at 11a.m. on Wednesday, February 19, 2025 at First Presbyterian Church, 305 E. Main St., Durham, NC 27701. Pastor Mindy Douglas and Pastor Joe Harvard will officiate.

In lieu of flowers memorial donations may be made in Orville’s name to the O’Neill School of Public and Environmental Affairs at IU Bloomington’s Greater Good Internship Fund or Keep Durham Beautiful

View Livestream – February 19, 2025

Prayer for Fire Victims in California

God, our refuge and our strength, you are an ever-present help in trouble.

You see the devastation caused by the California wildfires. You hear the cries of those suffering loss. You know the fear and anxiety and exhaustion of those waiting, hoping, helping as they watch the fires burn.

For those forced to abandon their homes and shelters in search of safety, we pray for your guidance to find places of rest. For those called to fight the fires, we pray for your strength to persevere. For those ministering to the injured, we pray for your wisdom and guidance to heal. For those mourning loss, we pray for your comfort. For those accompanying others, near or far, we pray for your upholding. For those still in danger’s path, we pray for your protection.

Now and in the days and weeks to come, we trust that you are present. You have promised that even in the darkest of valleys, you will never leave nor forsake your children.

God, our refuge and our strength, you are an ever-present help in trouble. As your incarnate presence brought hope to those in need, may the Church, your body, be the presence of help and hope in Los Angeles County and beyond.

In the name of Christ Jesus,
Amen.

The Rev. Jihyun Oh is Stated Clerk of the General Assembly and Executive Director of the Interim Unified Agency.

FPC Holds Community Blood Drive

Our next drive is February 6, 2025.

Recruiting for a new Church Administrator

First Presbyterian Church Durham (North Carolina) is looking for an organized, diligent, responsive and motivated individual to support our mission in the role of full-time Church Administrator. Competitive salary and benefits provided. 3+ years of relevant administrative and/or supervisory experience required. Must be well-versed in use of accounting, communication/social media and database software. For more information and to apply, please see Announcement with full Job Description and reply with resume/references to [email protected].

Hurricane Helene Prayer

God of grace and compassion,

In these overwhelming moments of loss and devastation, we come to you with weary hearts that are both heavy and hopeful. We hold in our prayers and hearts all those impacted by the hurricanes, conflicts, and other disasters, and we implore for your mercy, peace, and healing to embrace our siblings all over the world. By your grace, bring comfort to those who are grieving, give strength to the exhausted, and provide shelter for those who have lost everything.

May your Spirit move in this, your creation, bringing peace amid the turmoil, and breathing hope into the places that feel broken. May your Spirit continue to be the quiet but constant reassurance that you are with your children and creation, even in the darkest moments, guiding us toward healing and restoration.

As we continue to see the news, we lift up the brave souls who are working tirelessly to rescue and assist. Give strength and wisdom for the tasks ahead. And stir our hearts, dear God, to step in with compassion, helping our neighbors, near and far, with kindness, love, and compassion.

In all of these disasters, we place our trust in your everlasting promises of your presence and care. Restore what has been shattered and lead us toward a path of renovation, peace, healing, and the renewing power of your always present Spirit.

We ask this in Jesus’ name. Amen.

-Rev. Edwin González-Castillo, PDA Director