The document provides information about upcoming youth group, art, and community events at FPCA, including a youth group gathering to discuss the Uvalde shooting, a pen and paper creative art session, the start of a compassion camp for families, and an annual church retreat in September. It also lists the church's schedule for the upcoming week and provides announcements about office closures, choir celebrations, and opportunities to help resettle Afghan families in the community.

1. YOUTH GROUP TODAY
Connect with your FPCA Youth Group family and friends, in the wake of the tragedy in
Uvalde, TX. Come to listen, pray, and share what is on your mind and heart. We are
always for and here for each other, but especially in such times.
4:00 pm on zoom (see email and website for link)
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.
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? Today is the 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.
ANNOUNCEMENTS
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.)
CHANCEL CHOIR CELEBRATION PARTY, JUNE 1, 6 pm
The Chancel Choir will gather in the Fellowship Hall and on the Patio for the end of
a wonderful program year. The Choir will restart on Wednesday, August 24 and will
have a retreat Friday, August 26, and Saturday August 27th.
COMPASSION CAMP DURING FAITH FORMATION AT 9:45 AM IN FELLOWSHIP HALL
Today at 9:45 am, all Faith Formation classes will meet in the Fellowship Hall for the Kick-off of 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! Brunch-type
food will be served. Masks are required.

2. YOUTH GROUP GATHERING
JUNE 5, 5:00 PM ǧ 7:30 PM
We will ofϐicially end the 2021-2022 School Year with a Youth Group gathering at Lake
Tomahawk in Black Mountain on Sunday, June 5.
(Some adult drivers will meet youth who need rides at the church at 4:00, and will
return to the church at 7:30. David would love to hear from you if you/your youth
would like to come and will need a ride)
The Youth will enjoy pizza, some end-of-year discussion, and outside activities and
games - ultimate frisbee, kickball, spikeball, etc.
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. The
deadline for overnight registrations is 6/27 and our commuter deadline is 8/8.
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
WORKING WHEELS FOR WORKING FAMILIES
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 Task Force,
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.

3. Sunday, May 29
All Day Upper parking deck closed for roof construction.
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.
4:00 pm Youth Group (zoom)
Monday, May 30
All Day Upper parking deck closed for roof construction.
All Day Church ofϐice closed for Memorial Day
Tuesday, May 31
All Day Upper parking deck closed for roof construction.
6:00 pm - 8:00 pm Conϐirmation Banquet & Session Meeting (RSVP) Fellowship Hall
Wednesday, June 1
All Day Upper parking deck closed for roof construction.
2:00 pm - 3:00 pm Text This Week Bible Study (zoom)
6:00 pm - 7:30 pm Chancel Choir Celebration Party
Thursday, June 2
All Day Upper parking deck closed for roof construction.
Friday, June 3
All Day Upper parking deck closed for roof construction.
Saturday, June 4
All Day Upper parking deck closed for roof construction.
1:00 pm - 4:00 pm Pen, Paper & Prayer (Room 112)
Sunday, June 5 Pentecost and Conϐirmation Sunday
All Day Upper parking deck closed for roof construction.
8:45 am Worship Service in Campbell Chapel, Rev. Patrick Johnson preaching
9:45 am Faith Formation Faith (Fellowship Hall)
9:45 am Godly Play for 3-K (Room 105)
9:45 am Godly Play for 1-5 grades (Room 106)
9:45 am Coffee Talk for Parents of Younger Children (Room 107/Widman Room)
11:00 am Worship Service in the Sanctuary, Rev. Patrick Johnson preaching,
Fellowship Time to follow.
4:30 pm - 6:30 pm VBS Compassion Camp / dinner
5:00 pm - 7:30 pm Youth Group Celebration at Lake Tomahawk in Black Mountain.
Zoom & Registration links can be found on the church calendar at fpcasheville.org.
THIS WEEK AT A GLANCE
HELP NEEDED FOR OUR NEW 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).