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Today's Food Truck & Fellowship was Canceled.
Note from Ellen
Dear Friends,
We’ll make a big jump from Abraham and Sarah to their great-grandson Joseph this week. To state the obvious, a lot happens in the 27 chapters we’re flying over, but one constant is God’s covenant with Abraham. God promises to make a great nation out of Abraham and Sarah’s descendants and to bless the world through those descendants. And that promise appears to be in jeopardy at every turn. The Joseph saga is no different. The story of Joseph covers a longer stretch of scripture than any of his forefathers and foremothers. Chapters 37-50 of Genesis read like a novel, with one coherent plotline (with the exception of chapter 38). And the covenant looks to be in jeopardy at many points.
Our text for Sunday comes from chapter 39. While this episode with Potiphar’s wife has many of the trappings of a soap opera, the text also pushes us to wonder what it means for God to be with Joseph. What shape does blessing take? What does it mean to prosper in God’s eyes?
I look forward to worshiping with you on Sunday when we’ll wonder about these things together.
Grace and peace,
Ellen
Artwork: Swanson, John August. Story of Joseph, from Art in the Christian Tradition, a project of the Vanderbilt University Divinity Library, Nashville, TN.
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Noisy Offering
This Sunday, September 27, will be our Noisy Offering to benefit the backpack program at Coltrane-Webb Elementary.
Bring your change (dollars and checks accepted too!)
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Passport Kids Camp at Montreat!
Who: Current 3rd-5th graders
Where: Passport Kids is at Montreat Conference Center
When: July 5-8, 2027 (morning of July 5 and return the afternoon of July 8)
Cost: $375 total (includes 3 nights at the Assembly Inn, meals- July 5 - breakfast July 8)
A Non-refundable deposit of $150 is due by this Sunday, September 27; the non-refundable balance will be due by January 24th.
Children will share rooms with 2-4 to a room based on total participants. The dining facility does provide food options for any food allergies.
Why: This faith-based camp has received high reviews from other PCUSA leaders. It is a wonderful way to see all that Montreat has to offer while growing closer to God in a structured scripture-based program. A lot of camp-style FUN is built into the schedule! Our 2026 group LOVED Passport Kids Camp!
Please prayerfully consider making time for your children to participate in this program!
Contact: Pastor Jodi jodi.martin@firstpresconcord.org
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Mind the Gap: Midweek Bible Study with FPC and Sardis Presbyterian Church
This fall, as the Narrative Lectionary takes us through the Old Testament by a different path than last fall, our friends at Sardis Presbyterian Church have invited us to join them for a study of the texts that fall between the Sunday readings.
Led primarily by the Rev. Dr. Joe B. Martin and occasionally by Renda Brinson, Casey Aldridge, and Jodi Martin, the study will consider stories and events that took place between the Sunday readings. The group meets in person and on Zoom on Wednesday evenings and Thursday mornings.
For more information and/or the Zoom link, contact Ellen, Casey, or Jodi.
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Youth Group News
The Youth Group schedule is changing for Fall!
New Youth Group Schedule:
- Middle & High School: 5:00 PM – 6:30 PM
- Dinner: 6:00 PM – 6:30 PM
- Location: Davis Hall
We want our Confirmation students to be able to take part in Youth Group, too! Since Confirmation meets 1–2 Sundays a month this year, both Middle and High School Youth Group will meet Sundays from 5:00 PM – 6:30 PM in Davis Hall, with dinner from 6:00 PM - 6:30 PM.
Upcoming Youth Events:
9/27 - 5:00 PM - 6:30 PM-Davis Hall-Games, Fun and Food!
10/4 - 5:00 PM - 6:30 PM-Davis Hall-Minute to Win It competition and dinner.
10/11**No Youth Group**
10/18 - 5:00 PM - 6:30 PM Davis Hall-Youth Group
10/25 - 5:00 PM - 6:30 PM Scavenger Hunt-more information to come.
We also need families to sign up for meals. Please use the link below:
https://www.signupgenius.com/go/20F0D4AA9AA29A2FECF8-65961766-youth
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Blessing of the Animals
On Sunday, October 4, at 3:00 PM, we will gather on the Fellowship House lawn for the Blessing of the Animals service.
Please make sure your pet is on a leash.
If your pet/pets are unable to attend, a picture is great.
We will be collecting donations for the Cabarrus County Animal Shelter and the Humane Society of Concord/Greater Cabarrus. The staff and volunteers of these organizations work very hard to provide a safe, comfortable, and loving environment for these animals. Please bring your donations, (see list below) and they will be delivered to the shelter.
Invite your friends and neighbors as we gather to worship God and to give thanks for, celebrate, and care for all of God's creatures great and small. Join us for human snacks and pet treats!
See you there!
Requested Donations:
Newspaper (need is great)
Paper towels
Dawn dish soap
Laundry detergent
Bleach
Clumping Cat litter
Litter pans
Canned paté cat food
Dry cat and kitten food
Cat toys
Gently used towels and blankets
Durable dog toys like Kongs and Nylabones
Gently used leashes and collars
Canned dog food(pate preferred over chunked)
Dry puppy and dog food
Puppy pee pads
Dog toys
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Volunteer at Wings of Eagles Ranch Day Camp!
Wings of Eagles Ranch is a local nonprofit that serves children and adults with special needs through therapeutic horseback riding, outdoor adventures, and other supportive programs.
Volunteers ages 14 and older are needed for the Wings of Eagles Day Camp on Saturday, October 24. There are jobs for everyone, and no experience with horses is necessary—just bring a willing heart and a desire to help!
All volunteers must complete a volunteer application and attend one of the following training sessions:
- Monday, October 20, from 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM
- Wednesday, October 22, from 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM
Please sign up here to indicate your interest:
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CCM Monthly Food Needs
In the month of September, the Food Program has been steady in terms of serving clients. Reaching out to help our community in need is not done without you or the help of our wonderful volunteers. THANK YOU for all that you do to serve this community. As we continue serving our clients this month, please think of CCM and our food needs. Your donations play a large part in being able to serve the people we meet.
The CCM Food Pantry at 246 Country Club Drive will be closed this Thursday, September 24 for a mobile food pantry at St. James the Greater Catholic Church, as well as Tuesday, September 29 for staff training. You can encourage potential clients to attend the mobile food pantry from 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM first come first serve, in addition to regular pantry hours.
Here are the items that the CCM Food Program is in need of this month:
· Breakfast items
· Canned vegetable
· Soup of any kind
· Beans of any kind
· Tuna fish
· Peanut butter
· Pasta of any kind (long or short)
· Dry rice
· Tomato sauce, pasta sauce, or tomato paste
· Canned fruit
· Diced tomatoes
· Macaroni and cheese
We remain appreciative of items that are “low-sodium,” “no-added-sugar,” and “whole grain.” Visit https://cooperativeministry.com/wp-content/uploads/CCM-Healthy-Pantry-Donations.pdf for details on nutritional donations.
In addition to our main pantry at 246 Country Club Dr. @ 9:30 AM - 1:00 PM Mondays-Fridays, and Thursdays from 4:00 PM - 6:00 PM, CCM’s satellite pantries also accept grocery donations. They include:
1. Bethel Baptist Helping Hands, Kannapolis @ 9:00 AM -1:00 PM Mondays and Thursdays
2. Westford Methodist, Concord @ 8:30 AM - 11:30 AM Saturdays
3. West Point Baptist, Kannapolis @ 8:30 AM - 11:30 AM Saturdays
4. Bethel Methodist Church, Midland @ appointment by phone (704-888-2653)
5. North Kannapolis Baptist, Kannapolis @ appointment by phone (704-933-2125)
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Sunday, September 27, 2026
Rev. Ellen Crawford True
Matthew 5:11-12, Genesis 39, selected verses
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Thursday, September 24
9:00 AM First Kids Preschool (Will Young Bldg)
6:00 PM Girl Scouts (Ed Bldg)
Friday, September 25
office closed
9:00 AM First Kids Preschool (Will Young Bldg)
Sunday, September 27
9:30 AM Children's Choir (Children's Choir Room)
9:45 AM S & D Class (Fellowship House)
9:45 AM Todd Hobbie Class (Davis Hall)
9:45 AM Tell Me More Class (Fellowship House Sunroom)
10:00 AM Called Session Mtg (Library Conference Room)
10:30 AM Choir Rehearsal (Choir Room)
11:00 AM Worship (Sanctuary)
12:15 PM College of Elders (Davis Hall)
1:00 PM Families First (E201, E202, Library Conference Room)
5:00 PM Middle & High School Youth (Davis Hall)
6:00 PM Youth Dinner (Davis Hall)
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Monday, September 28
7:30 AM Men's Bible Study (off campus)
9:00 AM First Kids Preschool (Will Young Bldg)
6:00 PM Cub Scouts (Davis Hall)
7:00 PM Boy Scouts (Youth Room)
Tuesday, September 29
9:00 AM First Kids Preschool (Will Young Bldg)
7:00 PM Al Anon (Commons)
Wednesday, September 30
9:00 AM First Kids Preschool (Will Young Bldg)
10:30 AM Bible Study (Library Conference Room)
2:00 PM Staff Mtg (Fellowship House Sunroom)
6:00 PM Deacons/Elders presentation by Weslyan Group (Davis Hall)
7:30 PM Choir Rehearsal (Choir Room)
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Birthdays
September 24 - Rebecca Iglehart, Mac Shelley
September 25 - William Austin, Richard Canter, Jennings Tyler Hough, Dom Hoyt
September 26 - Bill Richey, Margaret West, Ross Wilder
September 27 - Connor Dunlap, Amy Kluttz, Bob Prescott, Pat Wannamaker
September 28 - Rick Gibson, Tyler Stark, Walter Vuchnich
September 29 - Eli Farmer
September 30 - Lilly Bryant, Dean Phillips
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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