First (Scots) Presbyterian Church
Charleston, South Carolina
Contact & Location for First (Scots) Presbyterian Church
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Service Times for First (Scots) Presbyterian Church
Sunday 8:45 AM
Worship
Wednesday 5:00 PM
Communion Service
From the church’s website · checked Oct 2026
Programs & Ministries at First (Scots) Presbyterian Church
About First (Scots) Presbyterian Church
First (Scots) Presbyterian Church, located in Charleston's historic district at 53 Meeting Street, traces its roots to 1731 when twelve Scottish families established this congregation. The church occupies a striking sanctuary built in 1814, featuring twin towers and a columned portico designed by Scottish master builders, making it the fifth oldest house of worship in Charleston. The congregation emphasizes traditional, reformed worship centered on Scripture and enriched by music from pipe organ, piano, harpsichord, and multiple choirs. Beyond Sunday worship, First (Scots) maintains a robust spiritual life through Christian education, mission and outreach, fellowship opportunities, and mid-week communion services. The church welcomes visitors and members seeking to deepen their faith as disciples of Christ while honoring centuries of Presbyterian tradition and Scottish heritage.
First-Time Visitor Info for First (Scots) Presbyterian Church
Dress Code: Not specified — please contact the church directly. Service Format: Sunday worship is traditional and centered on Scripture reading and preaching, enhanced by organ, piano, harpsichord, and choral music; services are held at 8:45 a.m. and 11:15 a.m. September–May, and at 10:00 a.m. during summer. Visitor Tips: Arrive a few minutes early to enjoy the musical prelude and announcements; nursery care is provided for infants through age 2, and a special Time for Children occurs during both services; tours of the historic sanctuary are offered after worship on Sundays or can be scheduled during the week by calling (843) 722-8882.
Serving the community
Local Missions volunteer and donation opportunities
What their website says
Local Missions has volunteer and donation opportunities on going all year long.
provide shelter for neighbors in need
Shelter & housing
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to providing shelter for neighbors in need
Groups & programs
Kirk Club
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Kirk Club, which is what we call our LOGOS program
LOGOS
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what we call our LOGOS program
History & building
Founded in 1731
Since 1731 this diverse, vital and growing congregation has served Jesus Christ
What their website says
Since 1731 this diverse, vital and growing congregation
Hosts weddings
What their website says
marriage services which are always services of worship
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