All Day Coffee
Every Thursday Starting at 7:30 a.m. in The Vine
All Day Coffee with the College Ministry is every Thursday from 7:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. in The Vine! Grab a cup of free coffee, relax, and enjoy a dedicated study space. Whether you're catching up on coursework or just taking a break, we’ve got you covered!
UTC Homecoming Pregame
October 26th Starting at 12:00 p.m. Meet at The Vine
Mighty Mocs take on the VMI Keydets in the Homecoming 2024 football game! We will be heading over from The Vine to UTC for tailgating and fun before the game around 12:00 p.m. Make sure to purchase your own ticket to the game, reserve your free bus spot, and cheer on the Mocs with us!
Monthly Student Lunch
October 27th, November 24th, and December 29th
Meet at The Vine after the 10:45 a.m. Worship Service
Calling all fcCollege students! Join us in the Vine lobby after the 10:45 service to walk over to one of our favorite restaurants. Enjoy some great conversation, get to know other young adults, and hear about some upcoming events. The best part? Lunch is on us!
Women's Pumpkin Painting Party
October 29th at 7:00 p.m. at the Wesley Center
Join us for a fun and creative evening at the Pumpkin Painting Party on October 29th, from 7:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. at the Wesley Center! Hosted by the college ministry as part of our women's small group meeting, this is a great chance to connect, unwind, and embrace the fall spirit while painting pumpkins together. Whether you're an artist or a beginner, all women are welcome. Come for the creativity, stay for the fellowship—you don't want to miss out!
Chili Cook Off
November 3rd at 12:00 p.m. in the Oak Street Center Room 101/102
Join us for a fun and flavorful Chili Cook Off hosted by the fcCollege Ministry! This event will take place on November 3rd from 12:00 p.m. to 2:00 p.m. in the Oak Street Center Room 101/102. We’re cooking up something special to help raise funds for future our College Programs and Missions!
Competitors:
Do you make the best chili? Anyone can compete! There’s a $20 entry fee, and you’ll need to bring a large crockpot of chili along with an ingredient list for allergy concerns. Compete in three categories: Best Overall, Spiciest, and Most Unique. Prizes will be awarded to the top three in each category! Sign up clicking the link below to let us know you’re in.
Guests:
Come enjoy the chili! Tickets are $10 for adults, $5 for students, and kids 4 and under are free. Tickets include tastings from the competitors, a drink ticket, and voting tickets to help decide the winners. We'll also have a large selection of both meat and veggie chili for lunch. RSVP is appreciated, but not required.
There will also be delicious baked goods for sale if you’re craving something sweet. Don’t miss out on this fantastic event for a great cause!
Competitors:
Do you make the best chili? Anyone can compete! There’s a $20 entry fee, and you’ll need to bring a large crockpot of chili along with an ingredient list for allergy concerns. Compete in three categories: Best Overall, Spiciest, and Most Unique. Prizes will be awarded to the top three in each category! Sign up clicking the link below to let us know you’re in.
Guests:
Come enjoy the chili! Tickets are $10 for adults, $5 for students, and kids 4 and under are free. Tickets include tastings from the competitors, a drink ticket, and voting tickets to help decide the winners. We'll also have a large selection of both meat and veggie chili for lunch. RSVP is appreciated, but not required.
There will also be delicious baked goods for sale if you’re craving something sweet. Don’t miss out on this fantastic event for a great cause!
Veterans Day Luncheon
November 11th at 11:00 a.m. in the Oak Street Center Room 101/102
Join us for a special Veterans Day Luncheon on November 11th, from 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. in Oak Street Center Room 101/102, hosted by fcCollege Ministry and the Wesley Center. All veterans and their families are invited to enjoy a BBQ lunch alongside a college student or young adult, celebrating their service and sacrifice. The lunch is free, and we kindly ask that you RSVP by emailing Kirsten Shipp at kshipp@firstcentenary.com. We look forward to celebrating with you!
UTC Military Appreciation Home Game
November 16th at 10:00 a.m. Meet at The Vine
Join the College Ministry for the UTC Military Appreciation Home Game on November 16th at 10:00 a.m.! Meet at The Vine before we head over to support the Mighty Mocs as they take on Samford. We'll enjoy some tailgating fun before kickoff, so you don't want to miss out. Be sure to purchase your own game ticket and reserve your free spot on the bus. Let’s show our Mocs spirit and cheer them on together!
Contact Kirsten Shipp at kshipp@firstcentenary.com for more information.
Campus Worship Visit
November 19th at 8:00 p.m. at The House
Come out for a Campus Worship Visit on November 19th at 8:00 p.m. at The House, 650 McCallie Avenue! The College Ministry will be attending The House campus ministry’s worship service and would love for you to come along. If you're interested in serving food to the worship team, please reach out to Kirsten Shipp at kshipp@firstcentenary.com. Let’s gather in fellowship and worship together!
Friendsgiving
November 29th at 6:00 p.m. in the Student Center
It’s time to celebrate friendship and community with a potluck! Join the College Ministry for Friendsgiving on November 29th from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. in the Student Center. Enjoy a nice meal, fellowship, and fun with fcUNITE. Bring your favorite dish to share in our potluck as we celebrate the season of gratitude together. We can't wait to see you there!
For more information, contact Kirsten Shipp at kshipp@firstcentenary.com.
Fall Festival
October 30th at 5:00 p.m. Meet at The Vine
Join us as a volunteer for our annual Fall Festival on October 30th from 5:00 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. at First-Centenary! We're looking for enthusiastic volunteers to help run booths, supervise inflatables, decorate a trunk for Trunk-or-Treat, and more. This is a great opportunity to serve our community and make the festival a fun, memorable event for all.
Volunteer with Mustard Tree Ministries
November 13th at 4:00 p.m. in The Vine
Volunteer with Mustard Tree Ministries on November 13th at 4:00 p.m. in The Vine! Mustard Tree Ministries, Inc. is a 501(c)(3) faith-based non-profit organization founded in 2003 and governed by a 12-member board of directors. The organization began as an outreach effort involving several people who were concerned about the need to minister to those who live in the poorest parts of Chattanooga as well as those experiencing homelessness. Mustard Tree Ministries exists to be a ministry that helps people become all that God wants them to be. Thus we call ourselves Mustard "Tree" not Mustard "Seed." In Matthew's Gospel Jesus says the Kingdom of God is like a Mustard seed, and when it grows up it becomes the largest tree where "all" birds can come." Jesus looked at what we can become when we are reconciled to God and growing in his Kingdom. Our main goal is to reconcile people to God through Christ and then to family (if they have any) and to community. We want a holistic ministry. In the past seven years we have helped 300 people get off the street and reconnected with God, family, and the community.
Connect. Support. Belong.
fcUNITE is a college ministry connecting First-Centenary's congregation to our young adults that pursue their continued learning in amazing places outside of Chattanooga! We support these students through mentorship, continued connection, and specific events timed for when they are home from school.
For more information about our College Ministry email:
Kirsten Shipp at kshipp@firstcentenary.com.
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Kirsten Shipp
Director
Kirsten Shipp
Director
Kirsten Shipp is the College Ministry Director and Assistant Youth Director. Before joining First-Centenary, she worked in hospitality as a consultant, as an elementary school teacher, and served in the US Marine Corps. She holds a Bachelor's degree in Entrepreneurship and a Master's degree from UTC in Early Childhood Education. Kirsten moved into ministry when realizing she wanted to do something more to impact young people with the hospitable skill set she has.
In her spare time, Kirsten enjoys singing, cooking and baking, and going to concerts with her daughter, Emma. On a Sunday afternoon, you might find her hiking with her two dogs, Taco and Monkee, or going to the Chattanooga Market!
In her spare time, Kirsten enjoys singing, cooking and baking, and going to concerts with her daughter, Emma. On a Sunday afternoon, you might find her hiking with her two dogs, Taco and Monkee, or going to the Chattanooga Market!