Forest Lake Presbyterian Church

09/06/2026

WE’RE ONE WEEK FROM KICKOFF!

All Sunday classes and programming begin Sunday, September 13, and there is still time to register!

Check your e-news for the registration links for the following groups/classes/events on September 13:

9 AM "The Story" adult class
11 AM Discipleship class. Note this class also meets on Wednesdays at 6 PM, beginning September 16.
5:30 PM Family Night Dinner
6 PM "The Story" adult class

Don’t forget that all elementary and FLY faith formation is now on Sunday nights only from 6:00-7 PM. Also note that FLPConversations, the adult class that meets after worship, is a “drop-in” class and does not require registration.

If you have any questions, please contact Ed Black. Additional information and more details about the classes and groups above can be found in the Fall 2026 faith formation guide (copies available in the Connecting Point or online at flpc.org/news-events).

09/06/2026

Join us for lunch each Thursday at noon in the Fellowship Hall. The cost of the lunch is $6 and reservations are due by noon on Monday of the week you want to attend. You may call the church office to register 803-787-5672, email: [email protected] or go to flpc.org/news-events to register online. Come and bring a friend!

Upcoming Menus:
September 10 - Meatloaf, roasted potatoes, green beans, dessert
September 17—Zuppa Toscana soup, tossed salad, breadsticks, lemon pound cake

AND don't miss these upcoming FLPCafe speakers!

September 17 FLPCafe Speaker: Scott Vaughn
Scott Vaughan is the Director of Community Awareness at The Cooperative Ministry. Scott’s program will cover the history and mission of The Cooperative Ministry, which has served the Midlands for 44 years. Scott will also share valuable tidbits as he discusses The Cooperative Ministry’s eight unique services. Most importantly, Scott will share impact stories of how clients have been served and thrived through faithful partnerships with churches like Forest Lake Presbyterian Church.

September 24 FLPCafe Speaker: Steve and Linda Etheredge - Egypt Travelogue
Join us for a travelogue touring Egypt from Cairo to Aswan, seeing the Grand Egyptian Museum, the Pyramids of Giza, the Temples of Luxor and Karnak, and the Valley of the Kings. This presentation is based on Linda & Steve Etheredge's trip to Egypt in May hosted by Rev. Jay Coker and Sharon Coker.

09/06/2026

Join us every Sunday at 10:00 am for worship at flpc.org.

09/05/2026

Nature Walk/Hike
Sept. 12, 2026, 9:00 a.m.
Meet at Harbison State Forest park office
Beginners, experts, dogs, and children (with parent) welcome
Woodwose Outdoor Connections (contact Drew Radeker)

Come enjoy the positive mental health effects of spending time in the woods. September 12 will be our first hike, but these beginner-friendly hikes will be ongoing and will be less than 5 miles. This will be a "safe space," for those who aren't versed in wilderness skills to have a direct experience with the truly real world - the one God, not people, made. Naturally, experienced hikers and other nature folks are more than welcome! No need to register, just show up and make sure to wear appropriate shoes/boots and bring water.

09/05/2026

A Child Needs You

There are many children in our community that are in need of mentors at Forest Lake Elementary and the good folks who work there would greatly appreciate just 30 minutes of your time, only once a week, to help support these students.

Mentoring requires no special training - just a willingness to listen, guide and support a child who could benefit from your time. Mentors spend time with a student to help them with reading, math skills, etc. or just simply be there as a friend.

Mentoring truly does matter! If this is a program for you please contact Emily Peebles at [email protected].

09/05/2026

The American Experiment:
A Trilogy in Celebration of 250 Years!
Wednesdays; Sept. 30, Oct. 7, Oct. 14
FLPC Fellowship Hall - 6-8pm

This Wednesday night speaker series, open to the congregation and the community, will encourage all to consider the roots of our American ethos and government, the cost of the experiment, the influence of Presbyterians on our nation’s governance, and to provoke thoughtful reflection on our future as a nation. Dinner will be catered by Southern Way Catering. The price is $20 for a single night or $50 for all three nights. Registration is open to the community. Spots are limited so make sure you register as soon as possible! Learn more or register at flpc.org/news-events.

September 30 - "The Great Awakening's Impact on the American Revolution" with Dr. Richard J. Chacon

October 7 - "Scotch-Irish Presbyterian Influence on the Revolutionary War in the S.C. Backcountry" with John Allison

October 14 - "The Presbyterian Influence on the United States Constitution" with Judge Cameron McGowan Currie

09/05/2026

PB&J Sunday

This Sunday is the first Sunday of the month. Please bring non perishable food donations for Rehoboth UMC Food Pantry such as peanut butter and jelly, pasta, canned meats, beans, vegetables. You'll find a collection wagon in the Connecting Point. Food donations can be left any time of the month in the collection box downstairs. Thank you!

09/05/2026

Abraham's Table Podcast
New Episode - "250 Years of US"

Imam Shaheed, Rabbi Uriarte, and Rev. Skidmore reflect on the national 250th anniversary. How do people of different faiths talk about our nation's shared history as Americans? What is the relationship between our faith, our personal history, and the whole history of our nation?

Available on all platforms.

09/04/2026

Disaster Assistance in Nepal

Presbyterian Disaster Assistance (PDA) has long-standing relationships with partners in Nepal. Since the 2015 earthquake, PDA has responded to several disasters and supported emergency needs in addition to long-term recovery and livelihood projects.

In August 2026, during the heavy rains and monsoon season, flash floods resulted in deadly landslides. An emergency grant is providing medicine kits, food items, shelter and more. As the needs change, PDA will support their partners through the long-term recovery phase. To donate to the victims in Nepal please visit:

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09/02/2026

Good news! As of this writing, we have 83 registrants for our first FLPC Family Night (September 13)! Family Night includes program options for all ages after dinner, and we are grateful for the many volunteers who have said yes to planning, teaching, and leading on Sunday nights. . .