Todd Hobbie Class

November 9, 16 and 23 – Dr. Doug Ottati Christian Faith and Politics

Before coming to Davidson, Dr. Ottati taught at Union Presbyterian Seminary in Richmond, Virginia. His scholarly interests include contemporary theology and ethics, as well as the history of theology and ethics in America. He is a past president of the Society of Christian Ethics.



Dr. Ottati’s comments will treat a broad view of the subject of Christian Faith and Politics rather than simply electoral politics, or "life in the polis" before God. His discussion will range from biblical themes and early Christian figures, e.g., mystics, monastics, and St. Augustine, to medieval and Reformation views, e.g., visions of Florence as the New Jerusalem, alternative 

Youth Group - November News!

Make plans to join us this month for Youth Group!

11/9 – We are in the Kitchen! Middle School is 4:30 PM - 6:00 PM and high school is 5:30 PM - 7:00 PM. Help cook up a delicious meal for the Night Shelter clients! 2025-2026 Youth: 11/9 Youth Group Preparing dinner for the Night Shelter

There are a few ingredients that are still needed for the recipe. Please check out the sign-up for the remaining items.

11/16 – Shopping for Angel Tree Gifts – combined Youth 4:30 PM - 6:00 PM. We will meet at the Walmart in Kannapolis for this meaningful experience. 2025-2026 Youth: 11/16 Youth Group Angel Tree Shopping

11/23 – High School Lunch @ Pump Social following worship.

25-26 High School Youth: 11/23 High School Sunday School Lunch

11/23 – Combined Youth Polar Express Night – come in your pajamas and bring a pillow & blanket - 2025-2026 Youth: 11/23 Youth - Polar Express Night

11/30 – No regular Youth Group. We hope Youth will attend the annual Advent Tree Lighting on the front lawn of the Fellowship House

Please save the date – Christmas Pageant is December 21. Rehearsal is December 7. More information to follow.

Interfaith Friendsgiving with Mosaic of Charlotte on November 12

At 6:00 PM on Wednesday, November 12, before choir practice and our annual deacon social, we are excited to host a Friendsgiving meal in Davis Hall with our friends and neighbors at Mosaic of Charlotte, a local community of Muslims dedicated to fostering unity, service, and interfaith dialogue. Before we go our separate ways for Thanksgiving, we will gather to meet, eat, and get to know our Muslim neighbors better as we reflect on the place of gratitude and thanksgiving in our respective religious traditions. Members of Mosaic will supply turkey and mashed potatoes, but please consider cooking sides or additional entrees to be shared, and RSVP at the link below:

https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0A4CA4AE2DA7FACF8-60022463-interfaith

Thanksgiving Turkeys for Operation Breadbasket

It’s turkey time again!

This annual project of the S & D Sunday School class helps to provide Thanksgiving dinner for Operation Breadbasket’s families in need. Brian Moore has ordered 120 turkeys to be delivered to Operation Breadbasket in early November. Once again, we want to invite all church members to join us in support of this project this year!

If you wish to donate, you may in one of the following two ways:

1.   Make your check out to Brian Moore and mail to him at:

              2401 Bethlehem Church Rd

              Gold Hill, NC 28071

2.   Send your donation to Brian Moore’s Venmo acct @Brian-Moore-813.

Fall Beautification Day

Enjoy the Fall weather, build community, and help keep our campus beautiful! Please join us on Saturday, November15th, 8:00 AM - Noon as we address some of those seasonal tasks that help keep our church grounds looking pretty and feeling welcoming.

We will have some tools available and we can accomplish more if you bring some of your own. Bring gloves and a willing heart.

Thank you for adding your hands to make light work!

It’s that time of year! Antique Road Show!

The date is Tuesday, November 18 at 11:45 AM in Davis Hall. We hope you will come and invite a friend to attend and bring an item for appraisal. There is no charge for the appraisal. Appraiser Michael Hansen, is extremely knowledgeable and his only request is a donation to the Old Courthouse Theater, and the Lunch Bunch Fund takes care of that. If you do not want to bring something to be appraised, it is very interesting to hear what he says about the other items.

I bought an antique toy at Market For Missions and I plan to bring that and a handwoven quilt made by Jim’s great grandmother. I have always wanted to know more about the quilt.

Call the reservation line at 704-788-2100 #7 by 4:00 PM on Thursday, November 13. You will enjoy a delicious lunch lovingly prepared by Margaret Campbell, wonderful Christian fellowship. and a very enjoyable program.

NOTE: It is November 18, a week early this month, because of Thanksgiving. Cost is $10 for the meal.

🎄 Angel Tree—Let’s Bring Christmas Joy! 🎄

On Sundays November 16th and 23rd, our Angel Tree will be twinkling in the church narthex. Each ornament on the tree represents a local child whose parent is incarcerated, and through Prison Fellowship’s Angel Tree program, we are blessed with the opportunity to help brighten their Christmas season. 

Here’s how it works:

On 11/16 and 11/23, Stop by the tree and pick an ornament — that ornament is your child

Shop for 2 gifts - a needed gift and a wanted gift, and wrap them with love.

Return your wrapped gifts with the angel tag attached to each gift so we know which child it belongs to. Return your gifts to the Fellowship House by Tuesday, December 2.

It’s simple, meaningful, and such a joy to be part of. Thank you for helping us share hope and Christmas magic with families who need it most!

Save the Date – Christmas Pageant

Mark your calendars for Sunday, December 21^st. The Christmas Pageant begins at 5:00 PM in the Sanctuary.

Children and Youth, ages 4 years old and up are encouraged to participate and ALL are invited to this special worship service.

Parents should look for an e-mail in the coming week with additional information.

Red Cross Cabarrus County VIP Blood Drive

Monday, November 17th, in Davis Hall from

2:30 PM - 7:00 PM



To schedule an appointment click here and enter 28025 or

visit redcrossblood.org and enter: Cabarrus VIP Blood Drive

First Kids Halloween

Below are a few of the First Kids Classes in their Halloween attire, followed by a picture of the beautiful All Saints Banner of Bells.

Girl Scout News!

The Girl Scout troops sponsored by First Presbyterian Church held their annual Investiture and Rededication ceremony on Thursday. A special bridging ceremony was also held for girls who were moving up to a new scout level.