First Friends: For our Older Adults, retired and not so retired!
One of the vibrant ministries at First Presbyterian is our ministry to, with and for older adults under the name of "First Friends." We don't have a rigid definition of what ages are involved, but activities are planned that target our almost-retired, just-retired and "considerably retired" members and friends. 
A stated goal for the ministry is "to focus on the spiritual and social needs of our senior adult members and to connect senior adults with one another and with the church family for fellowship, service and personal growth."
Day and overnight bus trips are part of this ministry, as are a monthly "First Friends" luncheon and program, a monthly Sunday luncheon, a monthly Bridge Club, transportation to church functions and opportunities for volunteer service in the church.
We recognize that older adults approach the later years in a variety of ways, and we seek to be sensitive to the broad range of activities that might be appropriate in this ministry. You may want to participate, and you may also want to be a leader in this ministry. You can do either by calling the Church Office (383-1815) or Brenda Geise (298-9515).
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February 2012
- Friday, February 3, 1:30-4:00 P.M., Cheek House - First Friday Bridge
- Tuesday, February 14, 11:00-11:30 A.M., Courtenay Hall - Valentine's Day Celebration
- Thursday, February 16, 11:45 A.M.-1:30 P.M., Courtenay Hall - Thursday Luncheon (Fifty-Forward/Music for Seniors)
- Thursday, February 16, 2:00 P.M., Church Bus to Metro Center - Driver’s License Photo I.D.
- Sunday, February 19, 12:00 P.M., Wild Ginger, Cool Springs - Sunday Lunch
- Tuesday, February 21, 5:00 P.M., Edgar Room - Committee Meeting
- Wednesday, February 22, 10:00-11:00 A.M., Cheek House Breakfast Room - Workshop: Prayer (Dr. Sandra Randleman)
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March 2012
- Thursday, March 1, 10:00 A.M.-4:30 P.M., Chaffin's Theatre - Elvis Has Left the Building
- Friday, March 2, 1:30-4:00 P.M., Cheek House - First Friday Bridge
- Thursday, March 15, 11:45 A.M.-1:30 P.M., Courtenay Hall - Thursday Luncheon (Lisa Spencer)
- Sunday, March 18, 12:00 P.M., Hickory Falls, Smyrna - Sunday Lunch
- Tuesday, March 20, 5:00 P.M., Edgar Room - Committee Meeting
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For more detailed information about these events, check out the announcements page!
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Chaffin's Barn Dinner Theatre
Thursday, March 1, 10:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m. – Join us for a trip to Chaffin’s Barn for a production of Elvis Has Left the Building. It’s 1970 and Elvis Presley is missing! He is needed for a live performance, but when he comes up missing, an Elvis impersonator is sought. This riotously funny story will have you wanting more and keep you guessing until the end! Payments for the show and lunch ($27.50) are due by Sunday, January 29. For reservations contact Ginny Barber, 298-9509 or gbarber@fpcnashville.org.
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Savannah, Jekyll Island & Beaufort
Monday, May 28 through Friday, June 1, 2012 – Join First Friends for a fabulous trip by Motorcoach on a tour of amazing Jekyll and St. Simon’s Island, gorgeous Beaufort, SC, including a visit to Parris Island, and charming Savannah. The cost for the 5-day, 4-night trip is $399 per person, double occupancy, and includes 8 meals: 4 breakfasts and 4 dinners. A $75.00 deposit, due by February 24, will reserve your spot on this exciting trip. Final payment is due March 26 (reimbursements will be made up to two weeks prior to departure). For more information a detailed brochure is available at the church or by clicking here, or you may call Brenda Geise at 298-9515.
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