Anyone Comes. Everyone Belongs.

Our College Ministry is made up of young adults aged 18-25. Whether you are currently taking classes, taking an academic pause, or jumped right into the workforce, we would love to have you join us.

We break down our college ministry into three major ideas:

Connect:

We partner with young adults for all to grow together. We seek to create disciples of Christ.

Support:

We help in the hurdles of life. We build authentic relationships with every individual to lead where God calls.

Belong:

We love you the way God made you. Every person feels a sense of belonging in our Christian community no matter their race, sexual orientation, gender identity, physical capability, or any other factor.

Announcements

August 2024 Schedule

August 6th:

ABIDE Respite Ministry Visit at 9:30 a.m. in The Vine

August 10th:

River Tubing from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. at Lower Ocoee River

August 15th:

UTC Operation Move-In from 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.

August 18th:

Monthly College Lunch at 12:00 p.m. meet in The Vine Lobby

August 19th:

Clumpies Ice Cream Social from 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. outside of The Vine

August 20th:

Taco Tuesday from 12:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. in The Vine

August 21st:

Good S'morning from 9:30 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. at the Wesley Center

August 25th:

August 25th:

Monthly College Lunch at 12:00 p.m. meet in The Vine Lobby
Back To School Box Creation from 2:00 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. in the Oak Street Center Room 101/102

August 26th:

Garden in a Pot from 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. in The Vine

August 27th:

Puppies & Popsicles from 1:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. at the Wesley Center

August 28th:

Free Hug Campaign from 10:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. in The Vine

August 29th:

Coffee Pick Me Up from 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. in The Vine

August 30th:

Walk to Nightfall at 6:00 p.m. meet in The Vine

Monthly Student Lunch 

February 23rd, March 30th, April 27th, May 25th, June 29th, July 27th, August 31st

Meet in The Vine Lobby 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!

Galentine's Party

February 11th at 7:00 p.m. at The Wesley Center

The College Women's Small Group invites all women at First Centenary to join us in fellowship for a Galentine's Day party! We will be hosting this event at the Wesley Center on February 11th at 7pm. There will be snacks, bouquet making, and lots of fun to be had!

RSVP to Kirsten Shipp, kshipp@fcumc.org

Trivia Night

February 28th at 6:00 p.m. in the Oak Street Center

Get ready for a night of fun with fcCollege! Trivia Night is happening on Friday, February 28, at 6:00 p.m. This adults-only event will be filled with exciting trivia, plenty of prizes, and delicious pizza included with your entry. Bring your competitive spirit and join the fun for just $10 per person, with all proceeds supporting the fcCollege Mission Trip.

Need childcare? The Shouting Stones Youth Group will be hosting their Kids Night Out at the same time, so your little ones can have a great evening while you enjoy trivia.

Volunteer Opportunities

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. 

Small Group Schedule

Wednesdays

5:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.

Join us for a fellowship and small group! A free dinner is provided as a come as you'd like between 5:30pm-6:30pm. Students will gather for a small group time afterwards (6:30pm). This spring semester, we will be meeting weekly through April and discussing the Methodist Social Principles and what they look like in our current social climate while being Christ-focused. 

Connect

For more information about our College Ministry email:

Kirsten Shipp at kshipp@firstcentenary.com.

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Meet The Team

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!