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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.
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Support A College Student!

We want our college students who are studying away from Chattanooga to know they are still loved and supported by their church family! To encourage them at the start of a new school year, we are sending gift cards as a reminder that they are in our prayers and hearts, no matter the distance.

If you have a college student in your family who is away from home, please fill out the form so we can send them this small gift of encouragement.

You can also help support by donating $5–$10 gift cards (to places like Starbucks, Taco Bell, Sonic, etc.). These will be combined into “treat bundles” and mailed out to our students. Gift cards can be dropped off in the Welcome Center.
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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

Welcome Week

August 19th

6:00 p.m. - Putt Putt Night at the Wesley Center

August 20th

9:00 a.m. - Donut Delight at Chatt State and the Wesley Center
5:15 p.m. - $5 Dinner for Students at First-Centenary
6:00 p.m. - Crafts & Snacks at the Wesley Center

August 21st

9:00 a.m. - Crafts & Snacks at Chatt State
11:00 a.m. - Pups & Popsicles at the Wesley Center
6:00 p.m. - Trivia Night at the Wesley Center

August 22nd

8:00 p.m. - Freshmen Late Night at the Wesley Center

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.

Small Group Schedule

Mondays

Men's Small Group at 7:00 p.m. at the Wesley Center

Tuesdays

Women's Small Group 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

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

Sundays

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

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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!

kshipp@firstcentenary.com