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FPCA Baseball
Take us out to the ballpark! FPCA is headed to the Tourist's baseball game on June 7th, 6:30 pm. There will be fireworks and dollar hotdogs! Suggested donation for tickets is $10 and children free! There are limited tickets so sign up today! RSVP by June 1. RSVP at...
Annual Church Picnic!
CHURCH PICNIC 2024—SAVE THE DATE! Mark your calendars now for the church picnic on May 19 right after the 11 am service. The church will provide the main dish of Hamburgers and Hotdogs as well as Sunshine Sammies! We ask that you please bring a side dish to share....
The Tale of the Three Trees
Children’s Musical Come hear the FPCA Children’s Choirs present “The Tale of the Three Trees,” a musical by Tom Long & Allen Pote. Friday April 26. Congregational Dinner at 5:30 pm, followed by the show at 6:30 pm. Come and support these wonderful young people and...
Black in Asheville
“Black in Asheville” Film Screening on Sunday, April 28, 4:00 pm - 6:00 pm in the Sanctuary “Black in Asheville” brings together Asheville residents and historians to recount Asheville’s Black history, beginning with the Antebellum Period and exploring Reconstruction,...
Gallery Exhibit: The Saint John’s Bible
Donald Jackson, renowned calligrapher and artist from Wales, approached Saint John’s Abbey and Saint John’s University in Collegeville MN with his dream of creating the first handwritten and illuminated Bible since the invention of the printing press. Jackson would...
Library Additions
Recent additions to our Library include: God's Secretaries: The Making of the King James Bible, by Adam Nicolson (donated) Faithful Families for Lent, Easter, and Resurrection, by Traci Smith Soul Keeping: Caring for the Most Important Part of You, by John Ortberg...
Lent and Holy Week
For centuries, Christians have marked the season of Lent with special spiritual practices that are designed to make room for the Spirit, to grow in our faith, and turn our hearts toward God. It’s my hope that, as you look through the services and programs offered at...
Officer Nominations
At the Congregational Meeting on January 28, 2024, the congregation elected a Nominating Committee to fill this year's class of officers: Session Members and Deacons. The Nominating Committee is currently accepting nominations. Frequently Asked Questions: Who may be...
Saturday Sanctuary
Since 2009, the Saturday Sanctuary ministry has welcomed our neighbors into our Fellowship Hall during winter months for a few hours each week for warmth, food, and fellowship. We are always in need of volunteers. Click here for more information.
Lunch Bunch
Lunch Bunch is a great time for fellowship and enjoying a good meal with others in the FPCA family. Restaurants have accessible parking. If you are interested in joining, please RSVP to life@fpcasheville.org so we can reserve seating. We hope to see you there! April...
Wednesday Men’s Group
If you are looking for a place to connect with other men and discuss topics relevant for life today, we have a group that meets on Wednesday mornings from 9:00 am - 10:30 am at Whole Foods on Tunnel Road. We will meet in the upstairs portion of the seating area. There...
Women’s Studies 2023-2024
Women’s Studies Programs 2023-2024 Women's Studies at FPCA is for women who want to have a deeper discussion around topics that affect women and our community. All women are invited for some or all of the gatherings. All meetings have a pot luck meal. September and...
FPCA Volunteer Opportunity
Calling all Volunteers! Have you ever wondered how you can make FPCA a more welcoming and inclusive place, but don't have the time for committee meetings or big blocks of time to serve? Well here is your chance! Our church staff is phenomenal on Sunday mornings, but...
ESL Tutoring Opportunities & Updates
After helping our Afghan neighbors get a foothold in the community and the US, the church has transitioned to a new phase of supporting immigrants in the critical task of helping them gain language skills. Literacy Together offers excellent training and curriculum to...
Choir & Music
Come, let us sing for joy to the Lord; let us shout aloud to the Rock of our salvation.- Psalm 95:1 Come try out one of our musical groups for all ages! Contact Jeremy Roberts for more information of if you have any questions. Chancel Choir: Rehearses on Wednesdays...