Grief Support Group

Begins Sunday, September 7

If you are grieving the loss of a loved one, you don't have to walk through it alone. We invite you to join our GriefShare Support Group, a 13-week class designed to offer care, understanding, and hope in the midst of loss.

🕓 Sundays from 4:00–6:00 PM
📅 September 7 – November 30
📍 FPC Belmont
👶 Childcare available upon request

If you're interested in being a part of this group, we welcome you to come as you are. Each session includes video teachings, group discussions, and personal reflection in a supportive, compassionate environment.

This group is open to the community, and the cost is $20. Click the link below to learn more and to register.

Habitat Volunteer Opportunities

Friday, November 7 | 10:30 am - 1:30 pm

Saturday, November 8 | 10:30 am - 1:30 pm

Come lend a hand and make a difference as we partner with Habitat for Humanity at the Gastonia ReStore.

Together, we’ll help support Habitat’s mission by assisting with dock drop-off support, reorganizing, cleaning, and pricing donated items, all while enjoying time spent serving alongside friends from our community and church family.

To sign up, click the button below for instructions. Should you have any questions, please contact Christia Chappell at 704-864-6536, ext. 117.

We look forward to serving together and sharing in the joy of giving back to our community!

Musical Meditations on Stained Glass III

Saturday, November 8 | 3:00 pm

Join us for a special afternoon as we present “Musical Meditations on Stained Glass III”—a beautiful musical tribute inspired by the 1966 Willet stained glass windows of First Presbyterian Church.

This inspiring program, presented by Pat Graham Crowe and guest accompanist Eric Fricke, celebrates both the artistry of our sanctuary’s windows and our congregation’s ongoing efforts toward the organ renovation and stained glass restoration.

Come and experience the harmony of faith, art, and music as we reflect on the beauty that fills our sacred space. All are welcome—invite a friend and be part of this meaningful celebration!

Held in the Sanctuary of FPC Belmont.

Senior Adults Outing

Sunday, November 9 | Following 11:00 Worship

Our Senior Adults "Young at Hearts" invite you to join them on Sunday, November 9th for a special outing this fall.

The group will be going to see a matinee performance of "Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat" at Haid Theatre at Belmont Abbey College at 2:30 pm.

The group will also enjoy a Dutch-treat lunch together at 12:15 pm at Nellie’s Southern Kitchen in downtown Belmont before seeing the play.

There is no cost for the tickets to the play, but tickets are limited, so please register as soon as possible. For questions, contact Beth Geddis.

One Service of Worship

Sunday, November 16 | 11:00 am

Join us for one unified service of worship at 11:00 am as we celebrate the final Sunday of our Stewardship Season and rally together in anticipation of all that God has in store for FPC Belmont in 2026.

Please note: there will be no Early Worship at 8:30 am this day, but Sunday School for all ages will still be offered at 9:45 am.

Community Lunch & Learn

Tuesday, November 18 | Noon

Join us for our final Lunch and Learn of 2025 as we come together for fellowship and a delicious meal, and learn about the impactful work of a local organization.

For the month of November, we will welcome the Carolina Refugee Resettlement Agency (CRRA), which provides resettlement services to refugees and asylees who are escaping violence, persecution, and repression.

The CRRA’s mission is to receive, to connect and to empower newly arrived refugees in the Charlotte area so that they begin successful and self-sufficient lives in the United States.

Save the date for this exciting opportunity to learn more about this wonderful organization and the work they’re doing in the greater Charlotte area. Click the link below to RSVP!

Surviving the Holidays

Saturday, November 22 | 10:00 am - 12:00 pm

Find comfort, hope, and support this holiday season. Join us for GriefShare: Surviving the Holidays, a free, two-hour seminar offering encouragement and practical tips for navigating the holidays after loss. This special gathering provides a safe, caring space to connect with others who understand the challenges of facing the holiday season in grief.

📅 Saturday, November 22
🕙10:00 am - 12:00 pm
📍First Presbyterian Church of Belmont
👶Childcare: Available by reservation by Nov. 20

Whether you’re grieving the loss of a loved one or walking alongside someone who is, you’ll find comfort and companionship as we discover together that hope is still present, even in this season. Click the button below to register online.

Community Thanksgiving Dinner & Service

Sunday, November 23 | 6:00 pm

All are invited to join us for our annual Community Thanksgiving Dinner & Service on Sunday, November 23 at 6:00 pm.

We will gather in the Fellowship Hall to enjoy dinner followed by a brief service of Thanksgiving as we pause and give thanks to God for our many blessings!

Please save the date and stay tuned for this year’s dinner menu and registration!

Yoga for Parkinson’s

Held each Monday at 10:00 & 11:15 am

A gentle yoga class designed specifically for individuals living with Parkinson’s disease. Incorporating a daily yoga practice is especially beneficial for people living with Parkinson’s or other movement disorders.

Classes are held in the Multipurpose Room of FPC Belmont and are free of charge for program participants. Care partners are also welcome to participate.

VOLUNTEERS NEEDED: Each week we depend on volunteers to “host” our weekly classes. Hosts are not responsible for instructing the class, rather, you only need to be present for the duration of the class. If you are interested in getting involved, please click the sign-up link below for more information and to reserve a time that works with your schedule. We thank you in advance for helping make this opportunity possible for those living with Parkinson’s.

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