Deacons lead the ministries of congregational care in the Presbyterian church. At First Presbyterian, care for both members of our church and those in our community is one of our highest priorities. Congregational care aims not only to help those in need, but also to provide opportunities for caring service to our members.

Stephen Ministry
Stephen Ministry is a group of laypersons that have received over 50 hours of training in how to be an empathetic listener. It emphasizes God as the caregiver, with Stephen Ministers as caregivers, not caretakers. more...

Health Ministry
The Health Ministry Program focuses on the interconnectedness of the mind, body and spirit in providing the forum to assist individuals, families and groups of people to manage the gifts God has given them to become good stewards of their health and well being.
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Older Adults (J.O.Y. - Just Older Adults)
J.O.Y. Fellowship holds several luncheons throughout the year and travels to Flat Rock Playhouse and the Biltmore House. Read First News for dates of specific events. more...

Recreation
The Recreation Department of First Presbyterian is located in the Family Life Center. We provide a fitness center with nautilus machines, dumbbells, treadmills, elliptical machines, recumbent bicycles, a walking track, and more. Read First News for dates of specific events. more...

Prayer Shawl Ministry
Prayer shawls are knitted or crocheted by members of our church. Members meet together twice a month to pray and to create these beautiful shawls. The shawls are a physical reminder of God’s loving presence and of the church’s constant support to people who are in need of prayers.  This is an amazing ministry of our church and a deep comfort to those who receive a prayer shawl.  If you would like to become involved in creating these shawls, please contact Cheryl Regets, Administrative Assistant for Pastoral Care (208-2129 / cregets@fpcspartanburg.org)

Updated October 15, 2010