September 7, 2008, Catch the Spirit Sunday, was a busy day at First Presbyterian Church.  We returned to our three-service schedule, with worship services at 7:30, 8:40, and 11:00 a.m., and an Education Hour from 9:55 to 10:50 a.m. 

Sunday School classes began on September 7, and a Connections Expo was held in the Ministry Center during the Education Hour.  Adult education classes will begin on September 14, 2008.

At the Connections Expo members of the committees and groups in our church had displays highlighting their activities in the church and the enjoyment that current participants are having in doing that work and providing an opportunity to invite other members of the congregation to join them. 

Our Centennial Celebration kickoff was our annual picnic organized by our Deacons from 3:00 – 6:00 p.m. that same afternoon, with fun, fellowship, and, of course, food enjoyed by everyone. 

Above is the display of some of the Presbyterian Women's missions. 

Below is Paul Burgess, the church Connections Ministry Coordinator, who organized the Connections Expo.

Above, Dr. Paul Kirbas talks with Tom Boynton in front of the display about the Children's Ministry.

Below is the Centennial T-shirt, first available on Catch the Spririt Sunday.

On the left is Sue Massaro, providing information about CHCF, Coffee House College Fellowship.  On the right are pictures from some of the church missions.

Below are John and Patti Buh and Cindy McDonald.

Mike McKee provides information about some of the church's small groups.

Below, Randy Foster provides information about the Buildings and Grounds committee.

Information about our drama group, the Shepherd Company, is provided above.

Below is information about our Celebration Ringers, and Sharon Simms is ready to answer any questions.

John Herndon poses with Kathleen Swartz.

Below, the Ribeiro family poses in front of the Stephen Ministry display.