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First Presbyterian Church, Durham NC “Love in the Heart of Durham”
All are welcome, because all are made in the image of the Divine.

"Downtown by History and by Choice"

First Presbyterian Church welcomes all who worship here. We honor and celebrate the human diversity and unity that God gives us in Christ. We welcome individuals of every age, race, nationality, gender, ability, sexual orientation and economic circumstance to participate fully in the life of the church.

Calling all Somethings! Somesgiving is back. Join our 20s and 30s community on November 8 from 4:00-6:00 p.m. at Mary As...
10/24/2026

Calling all Somethings! Somesgiving is back. Join our 20s and 30s community on November 8 from 4:00-6:00 p.m. at Mary Ashley and Taylor’s house for good food and good company. We’ll be outside rain or shine, so dress for the weather. If the sign-up slots look full, don’t let that stop you. Every bit of help and every person is welcome.

RSVP by Sunday, November 1: tinyurl. com/somesgiving-2026

SCAM ALERT: Some members of our church family have received text messages pretending to be from Pastor Mindy Douglas, as...
10/21/2026

SCAM ALERT: Some members of our church family have received text messages pretending to be from Pastor Mindy Douglas, asking for “help with something.”

These texts are NOT from Pastor Mindy. She and our staff will never text you asking for gift cards, money, or personal information.

If you received one, please do not reply. Block the number and report it as spam. If you’ve already sent money or gift cards, contact your bank and report it right away.

Not sure if a message is real? Call the church office or email us directly.

Please share so everyone in our community stays safe.

On Sunday, October 25, FPC Durham will join our neighbors at St. Joseph’s AME Church for Souls to the Polls, a Durham tr...
10/20/2026

On Sunday, October 25, FPC Durham will join our neighbors at St. Joseph’s AME Church for Souls to the Polls, a Durham tradition that brings congregations together to celebrate voting and encourage people to vote early.

There are two ways to take part:
1) Join the caravan. Arrive at St. Joseph’s AME Church, 2521 Fayetteville St., around 1:00 p.m. When their worship service ends, a long line of cars flying Souls to the Polls flags will travel together to the early voting site at NCCU’s Turner Law School.
2) Meet us at the party. Head to Party at the Polls at 2:00 p.m. at the Turner Law Building, 640 Nelson St. Plan to arrive by 1:30 p.m. for parking.

If you live in Durham County, you can vote early while you’re there. Bring a photo ID, check your registration ahead of time, and vote the full ballot.

Showing up together for our community is one of the ways we live out our faith in public. We hope you’ll join us.

Mark your calendars, Durham! First Presbyterian Church is hosting Trunk or Treat on Sunday, October 25, from 5:00 to 6:3...
10/19/2026

Mark your calendars, Durham! First Presbyterian Church is hosting Trunk or Treat on Sunday, October 25, from 5:00 to 6:30 p.m. Bring the kids and your costumes for candy, hot dogs, festively decorated trunks, a photo booth, and more.

Whether you’ve been part of FPC for years or have never been inside our doors, YOU'RE INVITED! Come hungry and come ready to have some fun.

Also, we still need a couple more trunks! If you’d like to decorate your car and hand out candy, email [email protected].

Location:
First Presbyterian Church, 305 E. Main Street, Durham |

Good morning! Join us for worship at 11:00 a.m. in the sanctuary at 305 E. Main Street, or watch the livestream at https...
10/18/2026

Good morning! Join us for worship at 11:00 a.m. in the sanctuary at 305 E. Main Street, or watch the livestream at https://youtube.com/live/_FZ710MKIqI?feature=share. Some downtown streets may be closed for Race Fest, so allow a few extra minutes.

Youth, we’ll see you tonight from 5:00 to 7:00 p.m. We’re back in the Youth Room, our home away from home, to continue We Can Do Hard Things. This week we’re taking on one of the hardest ones: money. Dinner is provided.

Joining us in worship tomorrow? The Bull City Race Fest takes over Durham on Sunday morning. The half marathon starts at...
10/18/2026

Joining us in worship tomorrow? The Bull City Race Fest takes over Durham on Sunday morning. The half marathon starts at 7:30 a.m. at the American To***co Campus and winds through downtown, Duke, and the historic neighborhoods around them, so expect road closures through mid-morning. Give yourself a few extra minutes and check the closures map before you head out: https://bullcityracefest.com/roadclosures/

And if you pass the runners on your way in, give them a cheer. This year’s race supports the Duke Cancer Institute.

Once you’re here, there’s plenty waiting for you. At 9:45 a.m., Pastor Esther launches Scripture & Being, a new class of contemplative reading and reflection, starting with the book of Ecclesiastes. It meets in the Spirituality Room in the basement, across from the youth rooms. Faith & Community welcomes Michele Miller-Cox, Executive Director of the First Presbyterian Day School, to talk about the Day School’s work and how FPC’s support helps carry it forward. Our other classes, Journeys, Life Together, and the Lectionary Class, all meet at 9:45, too.

Then join us at 11:00 a.m. for worship, as Pastor Mindy preaches “Whose Image?”

We’ll save you a seat.

Fall is here, and First Friends is celebrating with an Octoberfest gathering on Saturday, October 17, at 6:00 p.m.We’ll ...
10/15/2026

Fall is here, and First Friends is celebrating with an Octoberfest gathering on Saturday, October 17, at 6:00 p.m.

We’ll provide the entree and drinks. Bring a side, salad, dessert, or something to sip and share. If the weather cooperates, we’ll head out to the porch, so grab a chair and come on over.

New to FPC and want to join? Email [email protected] for details and the RSVP.

The bags are almost packed, the beach house is waiting, and there’s still one spot left for you.The Somethings Annual Re...
10/09/2026

The bags are almost packed, the beach house is waiting, and there’s still one spot left for you.

The Somethings Annual Retreat is one week away. From October 16 to 18, our 20s and 30s community is gathering at Ocean Isle to rest, connect, and worship together by the water, including communion shared on a newly commissioned communion set made just for this community. A few more surprises are still to come.

If you meant to sign up and life got busy, consider this your sign. New faces and longtime friends are equally welcome. Reach out to Pastor Esther at [email protected] to claim the final spot.

New month, new book. Tonight the Somethings Book Group begins "The Women of Wild Hill" by Kirsten Miller.We meet Tuesday...
10/06/2026

New month, new book. Tonight the Somethings Book Group begins "The Women of Wild Hill" by Kirsten Miller.

We meet Tuesdays at 7 p.m. in Pastor Esther's office for a relaxed conversation about good books and the questions they raise. You don't need to have come in September, and you don't need to have finished the reading. Just come as you are.

Coming up this fall: "Rap and Redemption on Death Row" by Alim Braxton in November, and "Learning to Walk in the Dark" by Barbara Brown Taylor to carry us into Advent.

Mark your calendars, Durham! First Presbyterian Church is hosting Trunk or Treat on Sunday, October 25, from 5:00 to 6:3...
10/06/2026

Mark your calendars, Durham! First Presbyterian Church is hosting Trunk or Treat on Sunday, October 25, from 5:00 to 6:30 p.m.

Bring the kids (and your costumes) for an evening of candy, hot dogs, festively decorated trunks, a photo booth, and more. Whether you're a longtime member or a neighbor who has never been inside our doors, you're invited. Come hungry and come ready to have fun.

Want to decorate a trunk and hand out candy? We'd love your help. Message us here or email the church to sign up!

Address

305 E Main Street
Durham, NC
27701

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 4:30pm
Tuesday 9am - 4:30pm
Wednesday 9am - 4:30pm
Thursday 9am - 4:30pm
Friday 9am - 2pm
Sunday 9:30am - 12:30pm

Telephone

+19196825511

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