First Presbyterian Church, Dunn, Nc

In this weekly sermon, we are honored to share the final sermon of Pastor Bucky Holmes as the interim pastor at First Presbyterian Church of Dunn. Delivered on September 15, 2024, this poignant message, titled “Expect the Unexpected,” offers profound insights and inspiration as Pastor Holmes bids farewell to his role.In this special sermon, Pastor Holmes delves into Acts 8:26-40, a passage that recounts the remarkable story of Philip and the Ethiopian eunuch. Through this reading, Pastor Holmes explores the theme of divine surprises and the importance of remaining open to the unexpected ways God works in our lives.Send us a textAnd that wraps up today’s episode! We hope you enjoyed our sermon and found it inspiring. If you’re looking for a welcoming community to join for worship, we’d love to see you in person. Join us every Sunday morning at 10:30 a.m. at First Presbyterian Church in Dunn. We’re located at 901 North Park Avenue, Dunn, North Carolina. Whether you’re a longtime member or new to the area,

Welcome to this week's sermon "Keeping Score" preached by Pastor Bucky Holmes, recorded live on Rally Day, September 8, 2024, at First Presbyterian Church of Dunn. In this compelling sermon, Pastor Bucky delves into Matthew 18:21-35, unpacking the timeless lesson of the parable of the unforgiving servant. As we gather to launch a new season of ministry and community at our church, Pastor Bucky offers a thought-provoking message on the importance of forgiveness and letting go of grudges. This sermon is a perfect blend of scripture, practical wisdom, and heartfelt encouragement to help you start the season with a fresh perspective on grace and reconciliation. Join us for an inspiring start to the year and a reminder of the powerful impact of living out Christ's teachings in our everyday lives. Send us a textAnd that wraps up today’s episode! We hope you enjoyed our sermon and found it inspiring. If you’re looking for a welcoming community to join for worship, we’d love to see you in per

In this week’s sermon titled "Earned Rest," Pastor Bucky Holmes delves into the profound invitation Jesus extends to all who are weary and burdened, as found in Matthew 11:16-19 & 25-30. With thoughtful reflection, Pastor Holmes explores how Jesus' call to "come to me, all you who are weary and burdened, and I will give you rest" speaks directly to the challenges and stresses of our modern lives. Through powerful insights and relatable examples, listeners are encouraged to find true rest, not just in physical relaxation, but in the spiritual peace and renewal that Christ offers to those who follow Him. Tune in to be uplifted and reminded of the rest that can only be found in His presence.Join us for this meaningful message, and may you find the rest your soul longs for in the arms of our Savior.Scripture Readings: Matthew 11:16-19 & 25-30Send us a textAnd that wraps up today’s episode! We hope you enjoyed our sermon and found it inspiring. If you’re looking for a welcomin

A sermon titled Guess Who's Coming to Dinner? with a reading of Luke 14 : 1-14 preached by Bucky Homes at First Presbyterian Church of Dunn, North Carolina on August 18, 2024.

A sermon titled Be Still and Know That I am God with a reading of Psalm 46 preached by Elizabeth McGuire at First Presbyterian Church of Dunn, North Carolina on August 11, 2024.

A sermon titled A Firm Foundation with a reading of I Corinthians 3:10-23 preached by Bucky Homes at First Presbyterian Church of Dunn, North Carolina on August 4, 2024.

A sermon titled Counter - Cosmic Incantations on the Book of Job preached by Rev. Elizabeth McGuire at First Presbyterian Church of Dunn, North Carolina on July 21, 2024. 

On his final Sunday at First Presbyterian Church of Dunn, Rev. Howard Dudley preaches a sermon titled The Highest Steeple on Ephesians 1.15-23, preached on the Second Sunday of Advent, December 10, 2023. 

A sermon titled You Have the Watch on Mark 13.25-27, 34-37 preached by Rev. Howard Dudley at First Presbyterian Church of Dunn, North Carolina on the First Sunday of Advent, December 3, 2023. 

A sermon titled 'The Most Obvious Thing' on Psalm 95.1-7, preached by Rev. Howard Dudley at First Presbyterian Church of Dunn, North Carolina on Christ the King Sunday, November 26, 2023. 

A sermon titled When You Don't Rake the Leaves on the 126th Psalm, preached by Rev. Howard Dudley at First Presbyterian Church of Dunn on Sunday, November 19, 2023. 

A sermon titled Pass the Peace on Jesus' blessing of peace, found in John 14.23-27, preached by Rev. Howard Dudley at First Presbyterian Church of Dunn, North Carolina on Sunday, November 12, 2023.

A sermon titled Where All Are Honored on the Beatitudes of Jesus found in Matthew 5.1-11, preached by Rev. Elizabeth McGuire at First Presbyterian Church of Dunn, North Carolina on All Saints Sunday, November 5, 2023. 

A sermon titled Efforts without Earning on the parable of the Laborers in the Vineyard found in Matthew 20.1-16, preached by Rev. Howard Dudley at First Presbyterian Church of Dunn, North Carolina on Reformation Sunday, October 29, 2023. 

A sermon titled God Doesn't Want Your Money on Jesus' imperative to "Render unto Ceasar that which belongs to Ceasar," found in Matthew 22.15-22, preached by Rev. Howard Dudley at First Presbyterian Church of Dunn, North Carolina on Commitment Sunday, October 22, 2023.

A sermon titled "Risky Business" on our Stewardship theme passage, Jesus' parable of the talents as told in Matthew 25.14-30, preached by Rev. Howard Dudley at First Presbyterian Church of Dunn, North Carolina on Sunday, October 15, 2023. 

A sermon titled Win or Lose on the parable of the least of these found in Matthew 25.30-46, preached by Rev. Elizabeth McGuire at First Presbyterian Church of Dunn, North Carolina on Sunday, October 8th, 2023.

From our series called How to Make A Disciple on the great commission in Matthew 20.16-20, a sermon called Remember on the command to "remember that I am with you always until the very end," preached by Rev. Howard Dudley at First Presbyterian Church of Dunn, North Carolina on World Communion Sunday, October 1st, 2023.

From our series called How to Make A Disciple, a sermon on Jesus' great commission in Matthew 28.16-20, a sermon titled Obey,  on Jesus' instruction to "teach them to obey everything I have commanded you," preached by Rev. Howard Dudley at First Presbyterian Church of Dunn, North Carolina on Montreat Sunday, September 24, 2023.

From our series "How to Make A Disciple" on Jesus' great commission from Matthew 28.16-20, a sermon titled "The Diving Reflex" on the instruction to "baptize them in the name of the Father, the Son, and the Holy Spirit. Preached by Rev. Howard Dudley at First Presbyterian Church of Dunn, North Carolina on Sunday, September 17, 2023.