First Presbyterian Church
647 East Market Street
Akron, Ohio 44304-1684
330-434-5183

Our Ministries: Guest Organizations

Each one should use whatever gift he has received to serve others, faithfully administering God's grace in its various forms. I Peter 10...

We share our facilities with these organizations who, in turn, share special gifts with us and the greater community.

Daughters of Scotia

An organization of women maintaining their ties to their homeland - Scotland. We meet twice a month at First Presbyterian Church. It is a charitable group of women; at the annual convention they gave over $60,0000 to several health charities. In 2006 the convention will be held in Nashville, TN. The members also help FPC with the Scottish weekend in November.

Hope Child Care

The YMCA Hope Child Care Program provides year around child care for children 6 weeks to 5 years of age while their parents are working or attending training programs.

The center hires qualified staff who prepare and supervise activities that are age appropriate and stimulate the social, emotional and education growth of each child. WE are continuing to use the Creative Curriculum with the children. During 2005 the center served 172 different children. in early 2006 we have have 43 children enrolled. Our license capacity is 50.

The center continues to be involved with Child Care NOW Program. This program is sponsored by Summit County Children Services and it provides short-term respite childcare for special/emergency situations. We served 83 children through this program in 2005. Many of the children used the service more than one time. This program is free to parents.

The center sponsored four family events in 2005. In April we had "Muffins from Me." In June we had "donuts for Dad." August we had an "Ice Cream Social" and in December we had "The Children's Christmas Party and Gift Exchange/Luncheon."

The summer day camp program for school age children went well last summer. We served 8-10 children daily. We are hoping this year, 2006 will be even better. We are licensed for 12 school age children.

The center raised $6362 for PWY tuition assistance in 2005. A special thanks to First Presbyterian Church Members and Friends for your support. We were able to make a difference with our families because of you.

Ohio Egg Artists Guild

Ohio Egg Artists Guild meets twice monthly to learn more about the craft of “egging,” to pass on the craft to interested beginners, and to host an egg show at FPC in the spring.

OEAG 2008 Egg Show & Sale Registration Info

Celtic Eagle Pipe Band

The Celtic Eagle Pipe Band is a traditional competitive bagpipe and drum band formed in 2005. The membership of the band is made up of volunteers who have already achieved proficiency on their instruments and desire to test their skills in competition with other regional bagpipe bands. Our main purpose is to educate and portray Celtic music as performed on Scottish bagpipers and drums in the competitive arena. We also perform for non-competitive social occasions such as the "Kirkin O'the Tartans" ceremony held at FPC this past Fall. We currently are the only competitive bagpipe band in the Akron area, and it is our hope that in the future we will grow to be a beacon of this aspect of Scottish and Irish heritage within our community.

Summit Bells

Summit Bells is a community-based hand bell choir. They perform throughout the region and periodically bless us with a "Thank You" concert.

Say Yes to Life Meeting of Cocaine Anonymous

A fellowship of men and women who share their experience, strength and hope with each other that they may solve their common problem and help others to recover from their addition. The only requirement for membership is a desire to stop using cocaine and all other mind-altering substances. There are no dues or fees for membership; we are self-supporting through our own contributions. The group meets every Wednesday at 7:00 pm in the parlor. We welcome anyone who wishes to live life happy, joyous and free.

Presbyterian Church (U.S.A.)