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.

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.

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].

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.

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

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

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

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

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.