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

Monthly Student Lunch 

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!

Fall Festival

October 28th at 5:00 p.m.

Our annual Fall Festival is officially set for October 28th! Join us from 5:00-7:30 p.m. for an evening full of games, inflatables, trunk-or-treat, a free dinner, and lots of fun activities for the whole family!

Volunteers are needed to help make the evening a success!
You can help by:
• Running a game or activity booth
• Decorating a trunk for Trunk-or-Treat
• Helping run an inflatable
• Cooking and serving dinner
To volunteer, fill out one of the forms outside each worship space or contact Will Lauderback at wlauderback@firstcentenary.com.

Candy is also needed! Donations can be dropped off at the Welcome Center or in the buckets outside each worship space during the months of September and October.

We can’t wait to celebrate with you!

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.

Small Group Schedule

Mondays

Wesley Worship at 7:00 p.m. at the Wesley Center

Tuesdays

Men & Women's Small Groups at 7:00 p.m. at the Wesley Center

Wednesdays

Prime Time Wednesday at First-Centenary
Dinner at 5:15 p.m.
Devotional Small Group at 6:30 p.m.

Thursdays

Wesley's Table: Free Lunch at 11:00 a.m. at the Wesley Center

Queer Small Group at 7:00 p.m. at the Wesley Center

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!