Announcements

1. ANNUAL CHURCH PICNIC
Today, 12:30-3:30 pm - rain or shine!
All are invited. Come whether you made a reservation or not. Box lunches are provided,
and there will be extra food for extra guests, or you can bring your own and join us
Immediately following 11 am Sunday worship in the Sanctuary, we will gather at
Montreat Conference Center’s Moore Center Field.
Address: Montreat Conference Center 303 Lookout Rd.
Park: at Anderson Auditorium, a short walk across Lookout Rd. to the ϐield.
Meet on Moore Field, in case of rain, we’ll meet in The Thompson Brown Meeting Room in the building adjacent to
the ϐield.
Bring: If you like, lawn-chairs; we’ll also have folding chairs, favorite lawn games, or board games in case of rain.
ANNOUNCEMENTS
ADULT FAITH FORMATION TODAY 9:45 am
Saturday Sanctuary and our homeless neighbors have been important ministries at
FPCA for over a decade. We feel called, for our neighbors, to foster systemic changes that
address homelessness. Jim Lowder, from Homeward Bound, will join us on Sunday, May
22, at 9:45 am in the Fellowship Hall to discuss where we currently are in Buncombe
County in terms of homelessness, and how we got here. He will lead a discussion on
how we can be part of the solution as we work to be Christ’s hands and feet in our
neighborhood.
NEW MEMBERS ALSO RECEIVED ON TODAY AT 9:45 am
We are grateful to offer a second Sunday this month to receive new members. If you are interested in joining today,
please come to the Library after service today.
WOMEN’S STUDIES: POT-LUCK DINNER AND BOOK DISCUSSION
Please bring your favorite pot luck dish on May 26, at 6 pm to the home of Reba Totten
After dinner, Catherine Frank from OLLI will lead us in a discussion of local author Terry
Roberts’ novel, A SHORT TIME TO STAY HERE.
Please RSVP to skinnerdon@gmail.com. Directions to Reba’s home will be sent to you.
Join us for Compassion Camp at FPCA
At Compassion Camp, families with children will explore what it means to change the
world with loving-kindness: sharing compassion for ourselves, others, and the world.
We’ll hear Bible stories, learn music, play games, make art, try yoga, and do mission
together. Most of all, we’ll rejoice as we learn and grow and practice
compassion together! Come for one Sunday, two, three, or all four!
Which weeks can you join us? May 29 kick off during Faith Formation
9:45 -10:45 am; June 5, 4:30- 6:30 pm; June 12, 4:30- 6:30 pm; June 26,
4:30- 6:30 pm. Each afternoon will include dinner.
THE CHURCH OFFICE WILL BE CLOSED MEMORIAL DAY
The Church ofϐice will be closed on Monday, May 30. We will reopen Tuesday morning at 9:00.
(Our regular ofϐice hours are M-F, 9 am - 4 pm.)

2. ANNUAL CHURCH RETREAT
September 30-October 2 at Montreat Conference Center--only 30 minutes away.
The FPCA Retreat has a long history of fun, learning, activities, and rest. With a variety
of contemplative and worship activities, everyone can ϐind a way to connect more deeply
with God and one another. (And you really don’t want to miss the variety show!)
There are two main options for attending: Overnight or Commuter.
Overnight costs include two nights at Assembly Inn, retreat activities, three
meals Saturday, and breakfast on Sunday. Commuter costs include retreat
activities, and three meals Saturday, and breakfast on Sunday.
PEN PAPER AND PRAYER JUNE 4, 1-4 pm
Based on the Zentangle Method
No previous experience is necessary to enjoy this creative way to mix art and reϐlections,
led by Cathie Dodson & Babbie Shelton, June 4, 1-4 pm, Rm. 112. When you register, there
are two required Yes/No questions that will complete your registration. If you complete
everything, you should get a conϐirmation email. If you do not, please
contact the church ofϐice.
If you need materials, the cost is $10 for supplies.
A nursery will be arranged if we know you need one before May 23.
WORKING WHEELS
Do you have an extra car that needs to ϐind a new home? Imagine how difϐicult your
life would be without a car! Working Wheels repairs and recycles donated cars,
transforming them into working wheels for working families. The process is simple, the
donation is tax-deductible, and the impact is real. To donate, volunteer, or learn more,
please visit www.workingwheelswnc.org or call 828-633-6888.
RACE AND RACISM IN THE HISTORY OF FPCǧA
During the Faith Formation hour 9:45 am June 12
As we continue a series of educational classes organized by the Racial Justice Team, join
Rev. Johnson for an exploration of how the congregation of FPC-A has been complicit in
and resisted systemic racism during its 226-year history.
SATURDAY SANCTUARY STEERING COMMITTEE
Town Hall meeting on Wed. June 8 at 6 pm.
The steering committee for our Saturday Sanctuary program invites all interested
congregation members and volunteers to attend our Town Hall event on Wednesday,
June 8 at 6 pm! RSVP by June 1, 2022.Your RSVP includes a meal of pizza, salad, drinks,
and dessert!
We will give gratitude for this special mission of First Presbyterian Church
of Asheville as we move into planning for our 2022-2023 season (October
2022 – March 2023).
Questions? Email mission@fpcasheville.org

3. Sunday, May 22
All Day Upper parking deck closed for roof construction. (Day 7 out of 22)
8:45 am Worship Service in Campbell Chapel, Rev. Patrick Johnson preaching
9:45 am New Members Sunday (Library/room 108)
9:45 am Adult Faith Formation Faith (Fellowship Hall)
9:45 am Godly Play (Rooms 105 & 106)
9:45 am Coffee Talk (Widman Room, 107)
11:00 am Worship Service in the Sanctuary, Rev. Patrick Johnson preaching
12:00 pm - 3:30 pm Annual Church Picnic (Montreat, NC Moore center ϐield)All are welcome, reservations not
needed
Monday, May 23
All Day Upper parking deck closed for roof construction. (Day 8 out of 22)
Tuesday, May 24
All Day Upper parking deck closed for roof construction. (Day 9 out of 22)
Wednesday, May 25
All Day Upper parking deck closed for roof construction. (Day 10 out of 22)
2:00 pm - 3:00 pm Text This Week Bible Study (Zoom)
7:00 pm - 8:30 pm Chancel Choir
Thursday, May 26
All Day Upper parking deck closed for roof construction. (Day 11 out of 22)
6:00 pm - 8:00 pm Women’s Studies Potluck Dinner & Book Discussion RSVP: skinnerdon@gmail.com
Friday, May 27
All Day Upper parking deck closed for roof construction. (Day 12 out of 22)
Saturday, May 28
All Day Upper parking deck closed for roof construction. (Day 13 out of 22)
Sunday, May 29
All Day Upper parking deck closed for roof construction. (Day 14 out of 22)
8:45 am Worship Service in Campbell Chapel, Rev. Shannon Jordan preaching
9:45 am Faith Formation Faith- Introduction to Compassion Camp (Fellowship Hall) for all ages.
11:00 am Worship Service in the Sanctuary, Rev. Shannon Jordan preaching, Fellowship Time to follow.
Monday, May 30
All Day Upper parking deck closed for roof construction. (Day 14 out of 22)
All Day Church ofϐice closed for Memorial Day
Zoom & Registration links can be found on the church calendar at fpcasheville.org.
THIS WEEK AT A GLANCE
HELP NEEDED FOR OUR AFGHAN NEIGHBORS
The church is supporting two Afghan families as they settle in the US. The ϐirst family is two brothers and the
second family is a husband and wife. Their needs are ϐluctuating; but if you would like to help, please sign up to be
on the Afghan Neighbors Group in Realm and look for needs posted as they become known. Most of the needs now
center on providing transportation, but that will change over time. Thanks for considering helping these families.
Volunteers have found this to be an enriching experience. For questions, please call Randy Fluharty (828-423-
9030) or Alan Young (703-304-7708).