Many foster children who pass through and reside at the Presbyterian Home for the Highlands (PCHH) leave home without any belongings. As winter approaches, foster care facilities and new foster families see a rise in the need for warm winter clothing— especially coats. Our church is collecting new or gently used coats as well as hats/scarves and gloves in sizes ranging from infant to men’s 4XL for these children. Please place donated items in the collection bins in the narthex or just outside the chapel in the Fraser Building. To give funding for this project, please put PCHH in the memo line of your check or put cash in an envelope marked PCHH. Thank you for your love and generosity!

- The Missions and Outreach Committee 

The Queen City Mischief & Magic Festival will take place in downtown Staunton Saturday, September 26, starting at 9:00am and Sunday, September 27, ending at 7:00pm.

We will have worship on Sunday, September 27, during the festival. If you choose to come in person, please note that parking will be limited. There will be parking on the left side of the street, and there will be signs stating “Reserved for First Presbyterian.” You can also park on the grass, if needed. Of course, there is also the option to attend online. For further info, please visit https://queencitymagic.com/

WSO will perform two concerts in our sanctuary on Saturday, September 26:

3pm: Concert #1

5pm: Concert #2

All are welcome. We hope to see you there!

The deadline for submissions for the October 2026 issue of First Impressions is Thursday, September 17. Please submit any info you would like to include by then. Thank you!

You are invited to Third Presbyterian Church's Annual Picnic on Saturday, October 3 at 3:00pm in their fellowship hall and/or outdoor area.

They plan on having hamburgers, hot dogs with all the trimmings, tea (sweetened & unsweetened), and lemonade. They are asking that everyone bring a covered dish, salad, or dessert to share.

Please RSVP to stauntonfirst@gmail.com or 540-886-0704 by Monday, September 28 so that they know how many to expect. 

Please come & enjoy fellowship & fun with your friends from Second & Third Presbyterian churches!

Many foster children who pass through and reside at the Presbyterian Home for the Highlands (PCHH) leave home without any belongings. As winter approaches, foster care facilities and new foster families see a rise in the need for warm winter clothing— especially coats. Our church is collecting new or gently used coats as well as hats/scarves and gloves in sizes ranging from infant to men’s 4XL for these children. Please place donated items in the collection bins in the Sanctuary narthex or just outside the chapel in Fraser Building. To give funding for this project, please put PCHH in the memo line of your check or put cash in an envelope marked PCHH. Thank you for your love and generosity!

- The Missions and Outreach Committee 

Please join us for outdoor worship & blessing of the animals on Sunday, September 20, at 11:00am on the lawn.

Bring your friendly and well-behaved pet on a leash or in a carrier. Join us in giving thanks for all things bright and beautiful, all creatures great and small.

We will have hot dogs afterward. Members are asked to bring a side dish, salad, or dessert. Please RSVP (for yourself and your furry friends) to the office at stauntonfirst@gmail.com or 540-886-0704 as soon as possible, as Heidi will be off the week of Sept. 7. Deadline to RSVP is September 15. Don't forget your lawn chair! All are welcome!

We are calling all members, visitors, and friends of First Presbyterian Church to a time of prayer for our congregation as we discern the future of First Presbyterian. This will include
the provision of prayer guides and a series of events focused on God's call to us as First Presbyterian Church in this modern world.

Please mark your calendars and come to our weekly Bible discussion class every Tuesday at 10:00am in the library. Pastor Jeff will lead the study. Expect coffee and refreshments!

All are invited.  Please mark your calendars. We hope to see you there!

The First Presbyterian Home Goods Community Pantry is open on the 3rd Wednesday of each month. Items offered to the community will include the following household essentials: Paper towels (2-pack), toilet paper (4-pack), tissues (small pack), trash bags (10-count), dish soap (one bottle), laundry detergent, and disinfectant wipes.

We are currently accepting donations for our pantry, specifically for the items listed above. Cash donations are also welcomed. Your generosity is greatly appreciated!