Blessing of the Backpacks
August 10th during the 10:45 a.m. Worship Services
Blessing of the Backpacks is Sunday, August 10th during the 10:45 a.m. worship service! ALL students (kids, youth, and college ages) are invited to bring their backpacks as we offer a special time of prayer and blessing over them. This meaningful tradition is a way for our church family to support and encourage students, teachers, and school staff as they begin a new school year. We hope you’ll join us for this uplifting moment!
Ice Cream Social
August 18th from 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. Outside of The Vine
Welcome back college students!
Join us on August 18th from 1:00 to 4:00 p.m. outside of The Vine for a sweet start to the school year! Whether you’re a returning college student or just starting your journey, we want to welcome you back with free ice cream, fellowship, and fun. Come cool off, connect with friends old and new, and kick off the semester in the best way possible!
Monthly Student Lunch
August 31st, September 28th, October 26th, November 30th, December 28th
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!
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.
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).
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!