Charlotte pastor will discuss debut novel

The Rev. Matt Brown will discuss his debut novel Thursday at South Mecklenburg Presbyterian Church, where he is the pastor. Brown’s book, “Parish,” centers on a fictional Presbyterian minister. The event will begin at 7 p.m. in the church’s Mecklenburg Hall, 8601 Bryant Farms Road. To register: 704-544-0404. The book can be purchased through the church or at Amazon.com or barnesandnoble.com. Tim Funk