Latest News & Events
2026 Advent VBC!
Believe it or not, it's time to start thinking about Advent! We would like to invite your youngest family members to come get in the Christmas spirit with us! This is our take on vacation bible camp celebrating the Advent season! It will be a wonderful opportunity to...
Blessing of the Animals November 1st!
Empty Bowls 2026
Please plan to attend and support the ever-present needs of the Highlands Food Pantry on Sunday, September 27th following worship. For tickets and more information, please visit: https://highlandsfriendshipcenter.org/emptybowls
Stage 4 Hope
Suicide Prevention & Mental Health Advocacy
ArtSpace – Fall 2026 Exhibit!
We are thrilled to announce the Fall 2026 Exhibit Sunday, August 16th at 12pm ArtSpace showcases artwork from church members and the community. Exhibits will be found outside the sanctuary & throughout the entire church building. Each piece will be accompanied by...
Summer Potluck – The State of Medical Care on the Plateau
Join us on August 18th as Merle Grate, Executive Director of the Highlands Cashiers Health Foundation, will present an informative session on how the Highlands and Cashiers communities are tackling the ongoing work of providing top quality medical care to our area....
Summer Potluck – Immigration & Justice in WNC
Join representatives from Pisgah Legal Services for a conversation on the realities facing Western North Carolina immigrants and the work being done to support local families.
2026 Mullen Lecture ~ Rev. Dr. David P. Gushee
MULLEN SPEAKER Rev. Dr. David P. Gushee July 18th & 19th! David P. Gushee is Distinguished University Professor of Christian Ethics and director of the Center for Theology and Public Life at Mercer University in Atlanta, where he has served since 2007. He is also...
Free Family Concert
We invite you to join us at First Presbyterian Church of Highlands on Thursday, July 16th at 3pm for a FREE Family Concert!