Friday's at First - 6.26.2026

Friday's at First - 6.26.2026

This week on Fridays at First, Rev. Dr. Richard Gibbons celebrates our nation's 250th birthday and highlights several exciting events taking place in Greenville and at First Presbyterian Church. Learn more about the upcoming Proclaim Liberty Concert, Greenville's community-wide Independence Day celebrations, and special Patriotic Services on June 28 featuring patriotic music, a military color guard, baptisms, and a message of gratitude for God's providential care over our nation. Dr. Gibbons also shares important holiday weekend worship schedule updates, announces his upcoming summer sabbatical, and previews On a Mission, this summer's podcast series hosted by Michelle Ward exploring God's purpose across the street and around the world. Plus, hear about the upcoming Sunday sermon series, Christ in the Psalms, launching while he is away. Join us as we reflect on faith, freedom, and God's enduring faithfulness.

Fridays at First - 6.19.2026

This week on Fridays at First, Michelle Ward brings us updates as to the goings on in the church. This includes the Proclaim Liberty Concert, an opening reception for "Hidden Pictures", and our special patriotic Sunday services June 28. On June 28 there will be 2 services at 9:00am and 11:00am in the sanctuary only, and the service will be live-streamed on Fox Carolina's website. On July 5 there is no 8:30am service. Join us for church news, ministry updates, and encouragement as we prepare for worship together. To learn more about the mission and ministry of First Presbyterian Church, visit FirstPresGreenville.org.

Fridays at First - 6.12.2026

This week on Fridays at First, Rev. Dr. Richard Gibbons reflects on an extraordinary week of ministry at First Presbyterian Church, where more than 245 volunteers shared the love of Christ with nearly 650 children through Vacation Bible School, Day Missions, and Music Camp. Co-host Michelle Ward also visits with several volunteers whose faithful service helped make the week such a success. Dr. Gibbons highlights two upcoming exhibits in the Lenz Gallery: In the Land of Wooden Shoes, a powerful Holocaust remembrance exhibition opening this week, and the Highlights Hidden Pictures Exhibit, featuring the work of acclaimed artist Tim Davis. He also shares an opportunity for families to host and mentor international students through First Presbyterian Academy and previews this Sunday's message from 1 John 3:1–3, exploring the extraordinary promise that one day “we shall be like Him.” Join us for church news, ministry updates, and encouragement as we prepare for worship together. To learn more about the mission and ministry of First Presbyterian Church, visit FirstPresGreenville.org.

Fridays at First - 6.5.2026

This week on Fridays at First, Dr. Richard Gibbons shares exciting ways First Presbyterian Church is celebrating our nation’s 250th birthday, including special patriotic worship services on June 28 and the upcoming Proclaim Liberty concert on July 1. He also congratulates this year’s graduates, highlights the Father’s Day Men’s Choir, and welcomes Fine Arts Director Chelsea Fraser for a conversation with artist Mary Burkett about her upcoming Lenz Gallery exhibit. Finally, Dr. Gibbons reflects on the significance of Communion and invites listeners to prepare for the Lord’s Supper by reading Luke 24:28–35 before Sunday worship.

Fridays at First - 5.29.2026

This week on Fridays at First, Rev. Dr. Richard Gibbons shares updates on VBS and Day Missions and highlights upcoming summer fellowship opportunities at First Presbyterian Church. From youth basketball and ice cream socials to missions and worship, hear how our church family is staying connected, serving together, and growing in faith throughout the summer season. Co-host Michelle Ward has a conversation with Children’s Ministry Director Tina Jones and her summer interns. Join us each week for Fridays at First and don’t forget to like and subscribe!