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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

Lenten Study Opportunities at FPC

Lenten Study Opportunities at FPC

Click here to engage daily with Lenten devotionals written by members and friends of FPC.

Join us on Tuesdays for prayer and guided meditation in the sanctuary from 12 noon – 12:30 p.m.

Special Study on Sundays (9:45 – 10:45 a.m.) and Fridays (12 noon – 12:45) – “Jesus and the Disinherited” by Howard Thurmond.

Young Adults Study: The Gospel of Matthew – Sundays from 4:30 – 5:30 p.m. at the home of Elizabeth Klinck

Vox Virorum and Kidznotes in Concert

Vox Virorum and Kidznotes in Concert

Side by Side: VOX VIRORUM and KIDZNOTES in Concert
Sunday, March 10
3:00 p.m. in the FPC sanctuary

Kidznotes’ Haydn, Copland, and Vivaldi Choirs to sing with Vox Virorum Men’s Chorus. A portion of the proceeds will benefit Kidznotes, a Durham-based non-profit organization that engages students pre-K through 12th grade in an intense out-of-school musical program. Free; donations accepted. All are welcome.

Lent Begins!

Lent Begins!

Join us on March 6. 

12 Noon – Holy Dusting, FPC Memorial Garden  Come hear a roll call of the saints and participate in a 30-minute service of prayer, music and the imposition of ashes.  6:30 p.m. – Worship, FPC Sanctuary Join us for a short service of worship with the imposition of ashes.  Supper is available at 6:00 p.m. in Watts-Hill Hall.

Phone service is down!

Phone service is down!

As a result of the church and day school being without power for a number of hours on February 26 and 27, our internet service was also interrupted. Today, power has been restored to the entire building, our internet service is back up, but our phone service is now down. This condition has been reported but we have no estimated time of restoral at the writing of this post. Thank you for your patience and understanding.