History:

Carteret County's written history dates back to 1525 when the barrier islands located between Ocracoke Inlet and Bogue Inletwere described as "lush, where supplies of water, fresh meat, fish and wood could be found."  Carteret was home to the Hatteras, the Core and the Neuse Indian tribes.

During the 1700s, small fishing villages and settlements grew throughout the county. Areas developed around such plantations as Shepards Point, later to be known as Morehead City.

The 1800s were a time of growth and prosperity and Morehead City, laid out in 1857, really began to develop. It is the largest municipality in the county. 

Worship Services:

Sunday Morning

Two Traditional Services of worship are held each Sunday at 8:30 & 11:00 am in the Sancturay; and one Contemporary Service, "The Bridge," is held in Westminster Hall each Sunday at 9:30 AM.

Sunday Morning Traditional at 8:30 & 11:00 am in the Sanctuary

Conducted in an atmosphere of "casual formality," our worship style reflects a sense of familiarity and tradition at its very best, while embracing the joy and freshness of the Holy Spirit. We seek both a warm fellowship that inspires conversation and laughter, and a quiet reverence that instills awe and wonder. A Biblical message that boldly proclaims the truth of the living Word of God in Jesus Christ will greet our worshipers every Sunday. Singing is lead by a talented choir and a magnificent pipe organ. God is glorified in our music!

Child Care is available during both services for infants and children through five years of age.

Sunday School for adults takes place every Sunday at 9:40 AM and for children at 10:00 AM.

Sunday Morning Contemporary - "The Bridge" at 9:30 AM in Westminster Hall

The Bridge is First Presbyterian’s contemporary worship service. It is built upon a clear vision and sincere desire to expand the praise and glory of the Lord by drawing people into a new or deeper experience of Christ through a different style of worship. The service, held in the Westminster Hall (fellowship hall), incorporates the best Reformed theology and traditional within a more casual, non-traditional, church setting. It builds The Bridge between old and new forms of liturgy and music, connecting them in a fresh style of worship. Not fully traditional; not fully contemporary; this worship service combines the best of all. As the Holy Spirit empowers, The Bridge unites all ages in a joyous quest for a more intimate relationship with Jesus.

Monday Morning

A Prayer Gathering is held each Monday at 9:30 AM.  Led by Alan Blankenship, it is a time that includes Biblical insight, devotional meditation, and especially prayer - prayer for individuals, the church, the community, and the world.

Services for Prayer, Healing and Wholeness - At various times throughout the year the Pastors conduct evening services centered upon individual prayer requests, physical and spiritual healing, and the desire for peace, justice and salvation in our world. Specific times for these services are listed in the church bulletin.