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Celebrate Father’s Day with us!

Celebrate Father’s Day with us!

Sunday, June 16 – You are invited to “Dine with Dad” at FPC following worship.  Make a reservation for your family by completing the meal reservation slip in the worship bulletin and placing it in the offering plate, or respond to the EVITE.  Donations will be received to offset the cost of the meal.  All are welcome.

Myrtle Fest 2019

Myrtle Fest 2019

Join us on Sunday, June 30 at 11:00 a.m. for worship as the congregation engages in an old-fashioned hymn sing. Music will be provided by world-renown, award-winning mandolin player, Tony Williamson. Following worship, we will picnic outside under the crepe myrtles and enjoy more music.  All are welcome to bring side dishes and a blanket or lawn chairs!

Free Concert – June 13

Free Concert – June 13

The Shallowford Presbyterian Church of Atlanta’s Youth Choir is presenting a FREE CONCERT in the sanctuary of First Presbyterian, Durham on Thursday evening, June 13, at 7 pm.  The theme is “Peace, Hope, & Unity,” and the music will consist of youth choir anthems, world music, and gospel music, with some scripture and spoken parts, weaved throughout.  The Chapel Choir is directed by Shallowford’s Director of Music, Emily Floyd.

Interested in joining First Presbyterian?

Interested in joining First Presbyterian?

Are you interested in membership with First Presbyterian? Do you want to know more about this church?  Membership Inquiry classes are in progress each Sunday morning through May 19 during the  Sunday School hour (9:45-10:45 a.m.) in the Wilson Parlor.  For more information on how to become of a member of this church, contact Marilyn Hedgpeth at [email protected] or call the church office: 919-682-5511.

2nd Annual Re-Entry Homecoming Celebration

2nd Annual Re-Entry Homecoming Celebration

Thursday, April 25 at 7 PM at First Presbyterian Church

We look forward to another inspiring time of testimony, song, and fellowship that elevates the contributions of our brothers and sisters returning to Durham from incarceration this year, and unites all our voices in declaring the wealth of possibility they offer our community. We’re excited to feature more powerful stories from our returning neighbors, alongside music from The Conviction Band (from Interfaith Prison Ministry for Women’s “Sing a New Song” Class) and reflections from Mark-Anthony Middleton (Durham City Council). The homecoming celebration runs from 7:00 to 8:00 pm, with a dessert reception following. ALL are welcome!


For more information on upcoming RCND events, contact Ben Haas
(919-864-2162) or [email protected].

SONAM presents Late Spring Concert

SONAM presents Late Spring Concert

Singers of New and Ancient Music will present a late spring concert on Sunday, May 5 at 3:00 p.m. in the sanctuary of First Presbyterian Church.  

SONAM’s concert will feature the music of great Spanish-speaking poets and composers from the Renaissance to modern times.  You’ll hear works by Victoria, Lauridsen, Whitacre, de Silva, and more!  To see the full program, click here.  All proceeds benefit LEAP (https://www.durhamleap.org/), which seeks to advance dual-language literacy for Latino children in the Triangle community.  All are welcome.

Easter Day – Join us for worship!

Easter Day – Join us for worship!

Sunday, April 21 Easter –

8:30 a.m. Prayer Service in the Memorial Garden –

9:00 a.m. Worship w/Holy Communion in the sanctuary-

10:00 a.m. Fellowship Brunch (No Sunday School) in Watts-Hill Hall –

11:00 a.m. Worship w/Holy Communion in the sanctuary

Good Friday: Stations of the Cross

Good Friday: Stations of the Cross
Because of the weather, this year’s pilgrimage will take place inside St. Philip’s Episcopal Church, beginning at 12 noon today for anyone who can make it. We encourage you to remain safe as the forecasted storms approach our area. The Friday Book Study has been canceled for today.    

Palm Sunday – Join Us!

Palm Sunday – Join Us!

Sunday, April 14

9:30 a.m. EASTER EGG HUNT  (in FPC foyer, for children)

9:45 a.m. NO SUNDAY SCHOOL  (Hot Cross Buns & Coffee in Watts-Hill Hall for all to enjoy!) —

10:15 a.m. PALM PARADE through downtown Durham with friends from Trinity United Methodist and St. Philip’s Episcopal Churches —

11:00 a.m. WORSHIP with lessons and songs about Christ’s passion

Join us during Holy Week

Join us during Holy Week

Maundy Thursday, April 18 –

6:00 p.m. Supper / 7:00 p.m. Worship w/Holy Communion and Stripping of Chancel / Covenant Presbyterian Church will worship with us. Childcare will be available.

Good Friday, April 19 –

12 Noon Stations of the Cross (begins at St. Philip’s Episcopal Church) /

Sunday, April 21 Easter –

8:30 a.m. Worship in the Memorial Garden /

9:00 a.m. Worship w/Holy Communion /

10:00 a.m. Fellowship Brunch (NO SUNDAY SCHOOL) /

11:00 a.m. Worship w/Holy Communion