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First Presbyterian Church, Durham NC

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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.

09/03/2026

There's still time to join FPC's Racial Equity Task Force for a fall book club journeying by Zoom from Monticello to the National Museum of African American History and Culture in DC.

We're reading Clint Smith's How the Word Is Passed: A Reckoning with the History of Slavery Across America, named one of the New York Times' top ten books of 2021. It's a reckoning with how this country remembers, and forgets, its own history, and an invitation to sit with that truth together as a community of faith.

Six sessions on Zoom, every other Thursday night from 7 to 8 pm, September 10 through November 19. Pick up a copy from your favorite local bookseller and have it ready before the first meeting.

Want to join, lead a discussion, or support the book club? Sign up here: https://tinyurl.com/retf-book-club-2026

09/02/2026

Choir is back tonight! We can't wait to be back with you in the sanctuary soon.

Choir Rehearsals begin tonight, September 2, at 7:00 p.m. in the choir room. Matthew Moore is looking forward to welcoming everyone back.

If you're in the choir, we'll see you at 7. If not, don't worry, we'll be singing with you soon.

09/01/2026

We are delighted to welcome Betsy Kelly Williams to the FPC Durham staff team as our new Church Administrator, officially starting September 1!

Betsy is a graduate of Appalachian State University and has spent the past several years in mission and youth ministry with Presbyterian churches in Charlotte and Raleigh. She is excited to bring her love of people, ministry, and organization to supporting our staff and congregation.

Betsy grew up right here in Durham, and she is thrilled to be back in her hometown with her wife, Dorothy, a public school teacher. Outside the church office, you will find her gathering people around a good meal, working on creative projects, or finding ways to connect faith with advocacy.

Leave your welcome messages for Betsy below!!

08/28/2026

We're excited to celebrate the ordination of Mary Berry as a Teaching Elder in the PC(USA) this Sunday, August 30 at 4:00 p.m.! Mary will be ordained into her role as Assistant Professor of Old Testament at Campbell University Divinity School, with the joyful support of FPC Durham and New Hope Presbytery.

All are welcome at the service, and a reception will follow. Please RSVP for the reception here: https://evite.me/9ykpz5yPzy

Can't make it in person? Join us online via our livestream: https://youtube.com/live/KPLVZautGls?feature=share

We are so grateful for Mary's gifts and so excited to celebrate this milestone with her. Come rejoice with us as the church affirms another teacher and scholar called to ministry.

08/24/2026

Before the full fall routine kicks in, let's head to the ballpark! ⚾️

Join First Pres Durham for a Fellowship Night at the Durham Bulls on Saturday, August 29, at 6:45 p.m. We've reserved a block of seats in Section 117 (by 3rd base) to enjoy a late summer evening together.

Tickets are $22 each. Grab yours at the link below and we'll see you there!

https://www.gofevo.com/s/other/Sarahcunninghams2?purl=c0f9f37894b8

08/21/2026

Fall Book Club: How the Word Is Passed

Join FPC's Racial Equity Task Force this fall for a book club tour by Zoom, from Monticello to the African American History Museum in DC. We'll be reading How the Word Is Passed: A Reckoning with the History of Slavery Across America by Clint Smith, one of the New York Times' top ten books of 2021.

Six sessions on Zoom, every other Thursday night from 7 to 8 pm, September 10 through November 19. Grab a copy from your favorite local bookseller and have it ready before the first meeting.

Want to join, lead a discussion, or support the book club? Sign up here: https://forms.gle/wZ3U4YpmVKkMRQUZ6

08/15/2026

Building Update: Construction Begins October 1!

After years of prayerful planning, we're thrilled to share that construction on our Rebuilding Together building project has a confirmed start date: October 1, 2026.

Made possible by the generosity of donors to our Building Beloved Community Capital Campaign, this project will transform some of our most beloved shared spaces, including a refreshed Watts-Hill Fellowship Hall, a new elevator for full building accessibility, a columbarium extending our memorial garden, and a renovated chapel.

Stay tuned for weekly Building Updates once construction begins.

08/14/2026

Some weeks are too big for words. Montreat is one of those. So much laughter, tears, dance, song, prayer, faith, closeness, and love. (And just enough toilet paper.)

Eight of our youth and two adults Wondered and Wandered - the conference theme - through some hard texts (the story of Hagar, the Magnificat), into small groups with new friends, deeper into our own community as FPC, and ultimately closer to the God who is with us every step of the way.

08/12/2026

Today's the last day to register for Fantasy Lake! This summer would not be complete without an FPC Durham Youth lake trip! Join us this Sunday, August 16 from 1 to 5 p.m. Friends are always welcome, so bring them ALL.

Registration is $30 and closes today, Wednesday, August 12. Contact John Weicher to sign up!

08/08/2026

FPC Durham youth, mark your calendars! We're heading to The Parlour, one of our favorite spots downtown, to catch up with friends, swap stories from summer trips, and (most importantly) eat some ice cream.

Stop by between 7 and 8 p.m. at 117 Market Street and look for John and George.

Friends are always welcome, so bring a buddy. Just remember to bring a little money for your treat.

We can't wait to see you there!

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

Website

http://firstpres-durham.org/

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