First (Scots) Presbyterian Church

Welcome to First (Scots) Presbyterian Church

53 Meeting St. Charleston, S.C. 29401
(843) 722-8882

Sunday Worship at First (Scots)

Services at 8:45 a.m. and 11:15 a.m.

First (Scots) Presbyterian Church’s Mission: Summoned by God’s grace in Jesus Christ to be friends and servants of God and neighbor, and to make disciples of all nations, our mission is to glorify and enjoy God, honoring the past, serving the present, and shaping the future through shared ministries of worship, education, mission, and fellowship.

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Register for VBS 2025!

Save the date! This year’s Vacation Bible School is set for July 28 – August 1 from 9 a .m. – 12 p.m.! Drop off begins at 8:30 a.m. The cost to attend is $75. This year’s theme is “Road Trip: On the Go with God.” Click the link below to register.

Scots on the Go, May 8: Penn Center Tour

On May 8, at 9:30 a.m., we take a bus trip to Beaufort, SC to visit the Penn Center, one of South Carolina’s most fascinating historical landmarks. We will learn about the Center’s role in the lives of thousands of people, including the Gullah/Geechee people of the area. This will be followed by a Dutch-treat lunch in Beaufort. The cost of the trip is $55 plus lunch. We have a maximum of 23 spots on the trip, so sign up soon!

May 13 Presbyterian Women's Birthday Luncheon

You are invited to the Presbyterian Women’s Birthday Luncheon on Tuesday, May 13 at 11:30 a.m. in Molly Wier Hall. This event will feature guest speaker Dr. Otis Pickett, Ph.D. of Clemson University. Dr. Pickett will discuss the effect Lowcountry Presbyterians have had on Upstate South Carolina. 

To RSVP, please click the link below. Price of admission for this event is $25, payable through cash or check (deliverable to church office or Sunday offering plate, c/o Kathy Davis). Please write “PW Birthday Luncheon” on the memo line. Childcare will be provided, but you must let us know by April 30 if needed. We hope you’ll join us!

First (Scots) Greece Pilgrimage

Join Drs. Siegling and Massie for an unforgettable pilgrimage to Greece and beyond from May 18-27, 2026! This inspiring journey includes stops in Thessaloniki, the Isle of Patmos, Ephesus, Corinth, Athens, and more, highlighting some of the places where Paul preached, wrote, and shaped the early Church. Experience the rich history of Biblical sites and deepen your faith. This is a journey you won’t want to miss.

To sign up for this once-in-a-lifetime trip, click the link below!

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