Blessing of the Backpacks
August 9th at 10:45 a.m. in The Vine and Sanctuary
As a new school year begins, we invite all students to join us for our annual Blessing of the Backpacks during the 10:45 a.m. worship services in The Vine and the Sanctuary. Bring your backpack as we pray for God's guidance, protection, and blessings over the upcoming school year. Every student will receive a special backpack tag as a reminder that God is with them wherever they go.
Hiwassee Tubing
August 23rd at 12:00 p.m. at the Hiwassee River
Meet at the Church to Carpool
fcCollege is bringing the summer to a close with a relaxing day on the river! Join us on August 23rd at 12:00 p.m. as we head out for tubing on the beautiful Hiwassee River. Enjoy a laid-back afternoon floating, laughing, and soaking up the last days of summer together. We’ll meet at the church and carpool down together. Lunch is included, and the cost is $10 for the trip. Don’t forget to bring a little extra spending money if you’d like!
RSVP and pay by contacting Kirsten Shipp at kshipp@firstcentenary.com.
Monthly Student Lunch
August 30th, September 27th, October 25th, November 29th, December 27th
After the 10:45 a.m. Worship Service Meet in The Vine Lobby
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!
Love abundantly. Serve joyfully. Lead courageously.
The Wesley Center is a district wide United Methodist student center located on UTC's campus. We are an open and affirming group that supports each person's journey with Christ through fellowship, discipleship, and worship.
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!