First (Scots) Presbyterian Church is a religious organization in Charleston, SC. As a congregation of the Presbyterian Church (U.S.A.), the church serves the local community and global missions through shared ministries of worship, education, and fellowship. Their worship services feature a traditional style centered on the reading and proclamation of the Holy Scriptures, enhanced by a music program that includes a pipe organ, piano, harpsichord, and various choirs, such as the adult Kirk Choir, children’s choirs, and a handbell choir.
The church's mission focuses on being friends and servants of God and neighbor by honoring the past, serving the present, and shaping the future. The staff is led by Senior Pastor The Rev. Dr. L. Holton Siegling, Jr., alongside Associate Pastors for youth, families, and Christian education. Beyond Sunday worship, the church facilitates mid-week communion services and community dinners. The congregation is deeply involved in both local and world missions, partnering with organizations throughout the Lowcountry, such as the Citadel, College of Charleston, and Thornwell Home, to address local needs. Globally, the church supports initiatives like the La Gonave Partnership in Haiti and the LAMB Institute in Honduras. Members also participate in community service events like S.C.O.T.S. Day, which provides opportunities to assist with projects like making toiletry bags for the homeless.
The business maintains thorough, well-documented information available online, making it easy for the community to access service schedules, live streams, and mission updates.
Through its commitment to worship, education, and service, First (Scots) Presbyterian Church remains a dedicated spiritual resource for the Charleston community.
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