Fridays at First Podcast
Fridays at First is a new podcast by Rev. Dr. Richard Gibbons, Senior Pastor of First Presbyterian Church, a thriving Christian community in the heart of downtown Greenville, South Carolina. You don’t have to be a church member to enjoy the weekly episodes. In addition to some pretty witty jokes, Dr. Gibbons provides an inspirational and encouraging start to your weekend. You’ll have a chance to hear about discipleship opportunities, special events, and concerts at First Pres, along with ways to get involved with other local organizations in the Upstate. Don’t forget to send in any questions you have for Dr. Gibbons to podcast@firstpresgreenville.org. We hope you will join us for this brand-new podcast! Like and subscribe so you don’t miss an episode!
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Friday Jun 27, 2025
Friday Jun 27, 2025
In this week’s episode of Fridays@First, Dr. Gibbons shares joyful baby news from two of our pastoral staff members and highlights upcoming opportunities for nurses and families with special needs. He also reflects on his annual sabbatical and introduces a new summer sermon series on Discipleship, led by our associate pastors. Plus, learn about the upcoming Fridays@First Roundtable, launching on July 11.
This Sunday’s worship will feature our special Patriotic Service, and Dr. Gibbons will preach from 1 Peter 5. We will also welcome two baptism families at the 10:45am and 11:00am worship services.
We’ll be taking a break next Friday to celebrate Independence Day—but be sure to tune in on July 11 for the kickoff of our Summer Roundtable series.
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Friday Jun 20, 2025
Friday Jun 20, 2025
In this week’s episode of Fridays@First, Dr. Gibbons shares highlights from his recent trip to Scotland with a tour group from First Pres. He also reflects on the close of the church’s fiscal year and offers heartfelt thanks to the congregation for their faithful financial support.
Looking ahead, he previews the upcoming New Members Weekend and the exciting Night of Good News in July, featuring illusionists David and Teesha Laflin. Dr. Gibbons also invites everyone to the Patriotic Services on Sunday, June 29—a joyful celebration of freedom. Be sure to bring your family and friends!
Co-host Michelle Ward and First Pres Deacon Tiffany Boggs discuss summer Bible studies for women and upcoming fall events.
This Sunday, we will celebrate several baptisms, and Dr. Gibbons will be preaching from 1 Peter 4.
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Friday Jun 06, 2025
Friday May 23, 2025
Friday May 16, 2025
Friday May 02, 2025
Friday May 02, 2025
In this week's episode, Dr. Gibbons talks about the Wednesday Pastor's Bible Study in May and June, the need for more VBS volunteers, condolences to family and friends of two FPC members, the upcoming Mother's Day Offering for Presbyterian Communities, and his new sermon series, "What Do We Believe?" beginning this Sunday.
Guest Co-host Chelsea Fraser talks with Lindsay Donovan about the upcoming performances of "The Lightning Thief" by First Presbyterian Academy students.
Remember to like and subscribe so you don't miss an episode of Fridays@First!
Friday Apr 18, 2025
Friday Apr 11, 2025
Friday Apr 11, 2025
Fridays at First is a new podcast by Rev. Dr. Richard Gibbons, Senior Pastor of First Presbyterian Church, a thriving Christian community in the heart of downtown Greenville, South Carolina. You don't have to be a church member to enjoy the weekly episodes. In addition to some pretty witty jokes, Dr. Gibbons provides an inspirational and encouraging start to your weekend. You'll have a chance to hear about discipleship opportunities, special events, and concerts at First Pres, along with ways to get involved with other local organizations in the Upstate.
Don't forget to send in any questions you have for Dr. Gibbons to podcast@firstpresgreenville.org.
Like and subscribe so you don’t miss an episode!
Friday Apr 04, 2025
Friday Apr 04, 2025
Fridays at First is a new podcast by Rev. Dr. Richard Gibbons, Senior Pastor of First Presbyterian Church, a thriving Christian community in the heart of downtown Greenville, South Carolina. You don't have to be a church member to enjoy the weekly episodes. In addition to some pretty witty jokes, Dr. Gibbons provides an inspirational and encouraging start to your weekend.
You'll have a chance to hear about discipleship opportunities, special events, and concerts at First Pres, along with ways to get involved with other local organizations in the Upstate.
Don't forget to send in any questions you have for Dr. Gibbons to podcast@firstpresgreenville.org.
We hope you will join us for this brand-new podcast! Like and subscribe so you don’t miss an episode!
Friday Mar 28, 2025
Friday Mar 28, 2025
Fridays at First is a new podcast by Rev. Dr. Richard Gibbons, Senior Pastor of First Presbyterian Church, a thriving Christian community in the heart of downtown Greenville, South Carolina. You don't have to be a church member to enjoy the weekly episodes. In addition to some pretty witty jokes, Dr. Gibbons provides an inspirational and encouraging start to your weekend.
You'll have a chance to hear about discipleship opportunities, special events, and concerts at First Pres, along with ways to get involved with other local organizations in the Upstate.
Don't forget to send in any questions you have for Dr. Gibbons to podcast@firstpresgreenville.org. We hope you will join us for this brand-new podcast! Like and subscribe so you don’t miss an episode!