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Note from Casey
I am pumped for next week's return of Ted Lasso, the show about a compassionate coach of a fictional Premier League soccer team played by Jason Sudeikis, who taught audiences in 2020 to “be curious, not judgmental.” Over the next six weeks, we will heed Coach Lasso's advice by turning to and grappling with questions articulated by the Curious Kids of First Presbyterian Church. On Sunday, we will begin with two questions that were submitted together, which ask us to consider God's role in ancient history. The questions we will consider are as follows: “did people in biblical times live in Pangaea?” and “where were the ancient biblical cities?” Our discussion will center on the original creation story in Genesis 1:1-13, but we will also take a trip with Jesus to Jericho (pictured here), thought to be the oldest continually inhabited city anywhere in the world. Join us Sunday as we consider the questions of our curious children and ask what the Bible says about the role of God and the presence of Jesus across history.
Peace,
Pastor Casey
Usher sign up link: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/30e0948acab2dabf49-fpcusher
Lay Reader sign up link: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/30e0948acab2dabf49-scripture
link for online worship: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCfpzVUz-ZgaCJuogIMor8Iw/live
link to Ellen's sermon podcasts: https://bit.ly/Sermons_FPCConcord
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New Confirmation Class beginning in August
All rising 7th grade Youth and older who have not completed confirmation are invited to join our next confirmation class. Letters and detailed registration information will be mailed soon. The first session will be a meeting for students and their parents in Davis Hall on Sunday, August 23 following worship.
Please contact Pastor Ellen with any questions.
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Zoom with Author MaryAnn McKibben Dana
MaryAnn McKibben Dana, the author of the book from our Summer Sermon Series and Book Study, Better Than Normal, has offered to join us via Zoom on Wednesday, August 5, at 7:00 PM.
You must make a reservation to join the conversation so we can email you the Zoom link prior to the event. Sign up by clicking here.
We hope you will join us for this wonderful opportunity to discuss a book with its author!
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Register to Rise Against Hunger Today!
Our annual meal packing event with Rise Against Hunger will take place on Sunday, August 30. From 3:00 PM to 5:00 PM in Davis Hall, we will gather to pack more than ten thousand meals that will go directly to communities around the world experiencing extreme food insecurity and famine. This event is a great way to make a big difference in a short amount of time, and is open to families and members of all ages. We will not only be fighting hunger, but also dancing and forging deeper intergenerational friendships in our hair nets and gloves. Please register when you can at the link below. If you can join for set up at 1:30 PM or stay a bit late to clean up after 5 :00 PM, that would be great as well, but if all you can make is the main event, we would love to see you there.
https://act.riseagainsthunger.org/event/e788240
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Save the Date:
Lunch Bunch with CHA on August 25th!
Join us to learn more about Cabarrus Health Alliance (CHA) and the work it does - including school nursing, food stamps, restaurant inspections, dental health, and more!
After lunch and a short program, we will journey to CHA's brand new location at Brown Mill (~5 min drive). As the first completed space of CCM's Rebuilder's Campus, these offices highlight the beautiful converted mill and the focus on collaboration in our community. More details to come but we hope to see you there!
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Youth Ice Cream Social
It was a fun evening of ice cream, conversation, and camp-style crafts. We welcomed new Youth Group leadership team member, Matthew, and enjoyed ice cream sundaes and snacks. It was also a time for goodbyes, as this was Mrs. Prager’s last Youth Group gathering.
Watch the Banner, social media, and e-mail for upcoming Youth Group plans!
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With Love and Gratitude
Friends, I am thankful for this time that we have enjoyed together – worshipping God, serving in the community, and moments of Christian fellowship. You all have poured into me: from meals from Presbyterian Women during my years in seminary to the prayers and notes of support. I am forever grateful. Thank you for the lovely send-off in worship on July 19 and for the cards, flowers, meals, prayers, hugs, and love shared since then. I will miss you and this place.
I have been asked to take the traditional Presbyterian separation period, which allows me time to settle into my new call in ministry and allows you and the staff an opportunity for a smooth and healthy transition. I will need to refrain from visits and communication (including social media) during this time. You can be certain that you remain close to my heart and in my prayers.
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Noisy Offering Results
This past Sunday our noisy offering collection was $380.96! Thank you for your generosity.
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Sunday, July 26, 2026
Rev. Casey Aldridge
Luke 19:1-10, Genesis 1:1-13
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Friday, July 31
office closed
Sunday, August 2
9:45 AM S & D Class (Fellowship House)
11:00 AM Worship (Sanctuary)
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Tuesday, August 4
7:00 PM Board of Deacons (Library Conference Room)
7:00 PM Al Anon (Commons)
Wednesday, August 5
10:30 AM Bible Study (Library Conference Room)
2:00 PM Staff Mtg (Fellowship House Sunroom)
7:00 PM Book Study with Author (Zoom)
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Condolences
The sympathy and condolences of the congregation go out to Chris Christy, Blake Allen, and their families, as they mourn the passing of Steve Christy on July 22. Steve was Chris' father and Blake's grandfather.
Birthdays
July 30 - Elizabeth Brannan, Marianne Morgan, Robert Rogers
August 1 - Keith Alley, Locke Floyd, Mary Garrison, Chris Leeman, Aya Paul, Porter Peterson
August 2 - Daniel Ellis, Hunter Horton
August 3 - Harrison Entwistle
August 4 - Forest Cannon, McNeill Bethune
August 5 - Bill Grist, Hannah Monroe, Margaret Morrison, Carole Shaw
To enjoy a sung Happy Birthday, click here!
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First Presbyterian Church
(704) 788-2100
70 Union Street North
Concord NC 28025
Mailing Address:
PO Box 789 Concord NC 28026-0789
Church Office Hours:
Monday - Thursday, 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Closed Friday
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The Commons Prayer Room:
Open to FPC: Tuesday - Sunday
Open to FPC: Saturday 10 AM - 3 PM
Group times available with prior arrangement
Memorial Garden:
info@firstpresconcord.org
36 Spring Street SW
Concord NC 28025
Garden Hours:
Tuesday - Sunday, 9:00 AM - 7:00 PM
March 15 - September 15
Tuesday- Sunday, 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
September 15 - March 15
Closed Monday
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