MINISTRIES

Adult Ministries
Adult Ministries

Church School

will be held Sunday mornings at 8:30 a.m. beginning July 18. Dr. Cockrill will lead a Class on Presbyterianism entitled, "How Do You Spell P-R-E-S-B-Y-T-E-R-I-A-N?" The class will conclude August 8.

Presbyterian Women

meet on different days in the 2nd week during months September - May in five Circles. Flexible meeting times and a variety of study and service topics are offered. A Circle is a great place to meet friends, establish support network, and grow in faith. Visit the Presbyterian Women's Page for further details.

Men's Breakfast

is a gathering of men of all ages every Tuesday at 7 am in the Youth Center for fellowship, breakfast, and a preview of the coming Sunday's text. (September 8 - May)

Heritage Group

offers fellowship, study, and great activities exclusively for older adults. Luncheons or outings are scheduled on 3rd Tuesdays of each month. (September 15 - May)

ConneXions

are a fast-growing group of mid-thirties through sixties who gather for Church School Classes, social, and service purposes on Sundays and at other times. See Weekly Calendar and First Pres (our newsletter - simply click on the word newsletter under the word "Welcome" on our home page) to see what they have planned during the summer.

Leadership Opportunities

are available in many areas, including teaching Church School, helping with Children's Church, Kidz Alive, and Youth Groups, serving on Church Committees, and more.

Volunteer Opportunities

are abundant as FPC is committed to and involved in many local benevolent organizations and international mission projects. See Committees.
Youth Ministries
Youth Ministries

Senior High Fellowship

meets as scheduled on Sunday afternoons, meets for "Huddle" on Wednesdays from 6:30 - 7:30 p.m. from (September - May) (includes dinner), and meets at other times for conferences, retreats, and mission trips. This active group shows that youth are a priority for this church. (Grades 9-12, High School) Our Associate Pastor for Youth Ministries, Heather Wood, can be reached at 322-6343 or by E-mail at heatherfpc@hickoryfpc.org.

Junior High Fellowship

meets Sunday afternoons as scheduled, on Wednesdays from 5:45 - 6:30 p.m. from (September - May) for WWF ("Wednesdays With Friends" - dinner is provided), and like Sr. Highs meets at other times for conferences, retreats, and mission trips. (Grades 6-8, Middle School). Our Associate Pastor for Youth Ministries, Heather Wood, can be reached at 322-6343 or by E-mail at heatherfpc@hickoryfpc.org.
Ministries for Children
Ministries for Children
Ministries for Children

Church School Classes

for children of all ages are held Sunday mornings at 9:45 a.m. (September- May)

Kidz Alive

is a program of Christian learning designed for children 1st-5th grade. A variety of classes and activities make up this mid-week program. (September - November and January - April).

Boy Scouts

meet at our church on Tuesdays at 7:00 p.m. (September - May) Call the Church Office for details.

Cub Scouts

meet at our church on Mondays at 7:00 p.m. (September - May) Call the Church Office for details.

Preschool

is an outreach program offered in our Education Building during the week from (September - May). Our Preschool hours are Monday - Friday, 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 noon. For more information, please contact our Preschool Director, Mollie Lail, at the Church Office at 322-6343.

Vacation Bible School

will be held June 21-25, 2010. Our directors are Blair Fairchild and Jenny Hines.
Music Ministries

Denise Filip, our Director of Music,

directs all of our church choirs. Denise can be reached at the church office: 322-6343 or by E-mail at denisefpc@hickoryfpc.org.
The

Chancel Choir

and our Children's Choir are enjoying vacations with their families this summer.

Adult Handbell Choir

Classes will be taught Wednesday evenings this summer July 18 - August 19, from 4:30 - 5:30 p.m.

Special Classes


Art Class Thursdays, 9:30 AM
Yoga Class Wednesday, 9:30 AM (beginning February 3)