Weekly Traditional Worship Bulletin by FPC San Antonio

WELCOME TO COMBINED

WORSHIP

SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 8, 2026

We welcome those of you visiting with us today and pray that you connect with the Holy Spirit during your time here.

We invite everyone to fill out the Friendship Pad as it is passed down your pew, or to complete the online version by scanning the QR code found on the Friendship Pad and to the left.

SUNDAY CHILDCARE & NURSING ROOMS: Childcare for children ages 8 weeks - 5 years is available each Sunday morning from 8:30 AM - 12:00 PM. Nursing areas are available in Room 118 and across from Westminster Hall in the parlor area of the women's restroom.

SUNDAY MORNING SCHEDULE

8:30 AM Adult Class

300 - The Bereans

9:30 AM Combined Worship in Sanctuary

Adult Classes | 2nd & 3rd Floor Classrooms fpcsanantonio.org/christian-education

207 - Arthur Gray Jones (St. Andrews Room)

224 - Connections

300 - Midpoint (Adults 30-50 years)

302 - Ambassadors Class for Parents of Young Children

310 - Family Journey Class: Families with Students 6th Grade+

315 - "The Chosen" (9:15 AM Lesson + Video, Covenant)

6th-12th Grade & Confirmation Classes | Student Center fpcsanantonio.org/students

2yrs-5th Grade Children's Classes | 1st Floor fpcsanantonio.org/children

9:45AM FPC3 Fellowship in Westminster Hall (9:45 AM–11:15 AM)

11:00 AM Combined Worship in Sanctuary

FPC3 FELLOWSHIP—COFFEE, COOKIES, & CONNECTION: Visit the McCullough Room from 9:45 AM–11:15 AM today for FPC3 Fellowship Time with breakfast snacks. The weekly sign up to bake or bring cookies to share is http://bit.ly/fpc-cookie-bakers

PRAYER AND CARE

Please take a moment today to add your prayers, silently and individually, for our church and its missions, ministries, leadership, staff, and community.

A TIME FOR PRAYER: A Deacon will be available after the service today for those seeking prayer. Visit Griffith Chapel in the foyer outside the Sanctuary.

CARE & CONCERN: Join the congregational care email list by filling out the form at http://bit.ly/ careandconcern or calling 210226-0215. Care & Concern phone line: 210-222-CARE (2273).

Let our Mental Health Team walk with you toward hope and healing: contact mentalhealth@ fpcsat.org or 210-271-2708. In crisis, call or text 988.

SANCTUARY FLOWERS: The flowers this morning are given to the glory of God, in honor of Kip Zbinden, in memory of Rev. Dr. Louis Zbinden, and in celebration of the Z-Talks this weekend with our guest speaker, Dr. Nijay K. Gupta.

THE ORDER OF WORSHIP

ASSISTING IN WORSHIP | Elder Betsy Zbinden Baker and Rev. Dr. John Kaiser

Please silence all electronic devices and do not take flash photos during the service. As the prelude begins, we invite you into a period of quiet reflection as we prepare for worship. Please stand at these times if you are able to do so.

PREPARATION

PRELUDE | I Call to Thee, Lord Jesus Christ, BWV 639

CHIMING OF THE HOUR

WELCOME AND GREETINGS

CALL TO WORSHIP | from Romans 11:33 - 12:2 (ESV)

J. S. Bach

Leader: Oh, the depth of the riches and wisdom and knowledge of God! How unsearchable are his judgments and how inscrutable his ways!

People: “For who has known the mind of the Lord, or who has been his counselor?”

Leader: “Or who has given a gift to him that he might be repaid?”

People: For from him and through him and to him are all things. To him be glory forever. Amen. Leader: I appeal to you therefore, brothers and sisters by the mercies of God, to present your bodies as a living sacrifice, holy and acceptable to God, which is your spiritual worship.

All: Do not be conformed to this world, but be transformed by the renewal of your mind, that by testing you may discern what is the will of God, what is good and acceptable and perfect.

PRAYER OF ADORATION

CONGREGATIONAL WORSHIP | Hymn #426 Blessed Assurance Modern Worship Team

CALL TO CONFESSION | adapted from the Heidelberg Catechism, Question 21

Leader: What is true faith?

People: Faith is a certain knowledge by which I accept as true all that God has revealed to us in his Word. Faith is also a wholehearted trust which the Holy Spirit creates in me through the Gospel. I trust that God has given the forgiveness of sins, everlasting righteousness, and salvation, to me and to others. This comes out of grace alone solely for the sake of Christ’s saving work.

CONFESSING

OUR SIN

O Lord, we have failed as your church. You call us to live faithfully, act justly and bring peace to the earth. Instead, our lives and your church reflect more of our needs and worries and less of the needs and worries of all peoples. Move us beyond ourselves to hear the cry of the world and to respond with acts and deeds of kindness, mercy and justice. May your grace shine through a Church that, even with its shortcomings, accepts the call of Christ to serve and care and love and bring peace. May we feel your forgiving spirit now. We pray in the name of Jesus, and by the power of the Holy Spirit. Amen.

SILENT CONFESSION

ASSURANCE OF FORGIVENESS

Leader: Friends, believe the good news!

People: In Jesus Christ, we are forgiven.

AFFIRMATION AND DEDICATION

DECLARING OUR FAITH | The Apostles’ Creed

I believe in God the Father Almighty, maker of heaven and earth; and in Jesus Christ His only Son, our Lord; who was conceived by the Holy Ghost, born of the Virgin Mary, suffered under Pontius Pilate, was crucified, dead, and buried; He descended into hell; the third day He rose again from the dead; He ascended into heaven, and sitteth on the right hand of God the Father Almighty; from thence He shall come to judge the quick and the dead. I believe in the Holy Ghost; the holy catholic Church; the communion of saints; the forgiveness of sins; the resurrection of the body; and the life everlasting. Amen.

GLORIA PATRI

Glory be to the Father, and to the Son, and to the Holy Ghost; as it was in the beginning, is now, and ever shall be, world without end. Amen.

PRAYERS OF THE PEOPLE AND THE LORD’S PRAYER

Our Father, who art in heaven, hallowed be thy name. Thy kingdom come. Thy will be done on earth as it is in heaven. Give us this day our daily bread. And forgive us our debts, as we forgive our debtors. And lead us not into temptation, but deliver us from evil. For thine is the kingdom, and the power, and the glory, forever. Amen.

PRESENTING OUR TITHES AND OFFERINGS

(While the offering is received, please sign the friendship pad found on the end of the pews and pass it down the row, returning it to its original place. Please take time after the worship service to greet those seated near you.)

OFFERTORY | King of Kings

DOXOLOGY | Old Hundredth

Ligertwood/Ingram

Praise God from whom all blessings flow; Praise Him, all creatures here below; Praise Him above, ye heavenly host: Praise Father, Son, and Holy Ghost. Amen.

PRAYER OF DEDICATION

CHORAL WORSHIP | Total Praise

Lord, I will lift mine eyes to the hills, Knowing my help is coming from you. Your peace, you give me in time of the storm. You are the source of my strength, You are the strength of my life, I lift my hands in total praise to you. Amen

Richard Smallwood, Arr. Barrett, Rao

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PROCLAMATION

INTRODUCTION OF Z-TALKS AND DR. NIJAY K. GUPTA

SCRIPTURE READING | 1 Corinthians 16:19-24 (ESV)

19 The churches of Asia send you greetings. Aquila and Prisca, together with the church in their house, send you hearty greetings in the Lord. 20 All the brothers send you greetings. Greet one another with a holy kiss.

21 I, Paul, write this greeting with my own hand. 22 If anyone has no love for the Lord, let him be accursed. Our Lord, come! 23 The grace of the Lord Jesus be with you. 24 My love be with you all in Christ Jesus. Amen.

SERMON | If Love is the Answer, What is the Question?

SERMON NOTES

CONGREGATIONAL WORSHIP | Hymn #549 I Love Your Kingdom, Lord

BENEDICTION AND CHARGE

BENEDICTION

CHORAL RESPONSE | Lord, Let Your Servants Depart Now in Peace

POSTLUDE | Toccata in D minor, Op.108 No.1

All music in today’s worship service is used by permission: Onelicense Streaming/Podcast License #A-729727; CCS WORSHIPCast Streaming License #10603; CCLI License #360983; CCLI Streaming License #20343418. All Rights Reserved.

Dr. Nijay K. Gupta

Kenneth Dake

Other content is public domain.

Albert Renaud

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FEB 12 2026 LENTEN BOOKLET (DIGITAL): Available Thursday, Feb. 12 via the weekly congregational email and on our website. Includes daily Scripture readings, reflections, and prayers for Lent, from Ash Wednesday through Easter.

FEB 18 ASH WEDNESDAY SERVICE: Join us in a special Ash Wednesday Service to begin the Lenten season. Also streamed live at fpcsanantonio.org/live. No Wednesday evening studies.

FEB 18 STATIONS OF THE CROSS PRAYER WALK: Feb 18 - Apr 3, 2nd Floor. Images, scripture, and readings to walk the path of Jesus to the cross, ponder, and pray. Booklets and maps available in Mauzé Lobby and via QR code scans.

CHILDREN'S YEEHAW WITH JESUS–RESCHEDULED: Sun, Feb 8, 9:30–10:30 AM. A Western-themed Sunday morning for children ages 3 and up. Westernwear encouraged & parents welcome! Contact: Rebecca Sweet, rebeccas@fpcsat.org FEBRUARY

Z-TALKS: SUNDAY COMBINED WORSHIP: 9:30 AM & 11:00 AM, Sanctuary. Dr. Nijay K. Gupta preaching in combined worship services. FPC3 Fellowship Time with breakfast snacks in Westminster Hall from 9:45 AM–11:15 AM.

NEW BABY BRUNCH: Sun, Feb 8, 10:30–11:30 AM, Geneva Room. A welcome brunch for families with babies born in 2025. Parents and infants invited. Contact: Rebecca Sweet, rebeccas@fpcsat.org

2ND SUNDAY YOUNG ADULT LUNCH: 12:30 PM, Make Ready Market. Postworship lunch with young adults. Contact: Meg Culp, megc@fpcsat.org

YOUNG ADULT GATHERING: Mon, Feb 9, 6:30–8:00 PM. Monthly on 2nd Monday; dinner, fellowship, and speaker. Spring series: Let’s Talk Purpose & Calling. Contact: Meg Culp, megc@fpcsat.org

LITERATURE CIRCLE: Social 1:00 PM, Book Review 1:30 PM, FPC McCullough Room. "The Cat Who Saved Books" by Sosuke Matsukawa. Reviewer: Gates Whiteley. http://bit.ly/literature-circle

MUSIC WITH FAMILIES: Wednesdays through Apr 1, 5:15–5:45 PM, Room 139. Music class for children 8 weeks–3 yrs with parents. Contact: Rebecca Sweet, rebeccas@fpcsat.org

NEXT-LEVEL SUNDAY SCHOOL: HE GAVE US PROPHETS: Sundays, Feb 15–Apr 12, 9:30 AM (no class Easter). Eight-week study with Dr. Jonathan King examining the role of biblical prophecy and how to responsibly interpret and apply prophetic texts today. Register: http://bit.ly/next-level-class

MOMS IN PRAYER: 1st & 3rd Tuesdays, 11:45 AM–12:45 PM, Room 228. Moms and grandmoms gather to pray for children, teachers, and schools.

PRAY FOR THE MUSLIM WORLD: Feb 18–Mar 20. During Ramadan, we join in prayer that God’s love and truth would be revealed. Learn more and access the 30-Day Prayer Guide on our Missions page or weekly email. Contact Lindsay Selli: lindsays@fpcsat.org

20 HILL COUNTRY HANGOUT – MEN’S RETREAT: Feb 20–22, LoneHollow Ranch. A weekend of worship, fellowship, & outdoor activities for men from across Texas. Cost: $249 (includes food and lodging). Registration: http://bit.ly/fpcsa-mensretreat

HIGH SCHOOL RETREAT: Feb 20–22, TBarM, New Braunfels, TX. Weekend retreat focused on faith, community, and spiritual growth. Contact: Preston Miller, prestonm@fpcsat.org

MARY’S CHILDREN LECTURE: Sun, Feb 22, 9:30–10:30 AM, Covenant Hall. Endowment-sponsored lecture on discipleship in the home with Rev. Donald Marsden (Frontier Fellowship). Contact: Rebecca Sweet, rebeccas@fpcsat.org

PASTORS & MINISTRY LEADERS LEARNING LAB: Tuesdays, Feb 24–Apr 14, 11:45 AM–1:15 PM. An eight-week cohort for pastors and ministry leaders focused on faithful biblical interpretation for preaching and pastoral ministry. http://bit.ly/zc-learning-lab

YOUNG ADULT OUTREACH EVENT: Tues, Feb 24, 7:00 PM, River North Icehouse. A relaxed social night for young adults; introduce friends to the YA community to get plugged into a small group. Contact Chris Roper, christopherdavidroper@ yahoo.com, 210-782-3687.

EMERGING LEADERS COHORT: Wednesdays, Feb 25–Apr 15, 6:30–7:45 PM. An eight-week cohort equipping emerging and lay leaders to read Scripture with clarity, confidence, and faithfulness. https://bit.ly/zc-emerging

MIDDLE SCHOOL 7-11 EVENT: Fri, Feb 27. 7:00 PM - 11:00 PM, FPC Campus. A highenergy, themed night of fun for all 6th–8th grade students. Contact Savannah Schatte, savannahs@fpcsat.org.

SERVE AT CAM: Sat, Feb 28 | 9:00 AM–12:00 PM. Help prepare and serve meals for our neighbors through Christian Assistance Ministry. Family-friendly; spots are limited. Sign up at http://bit.ly/ CAMServeFeb26

SUPPORT FPC TEAM WORLD VISION

RUNNERS: Our runners race March 1! Every $50 raised provides clean water for one person. teamworldvision.org/ teams/39123

PASTOR’S BIBLE STUDY & LAY ACADEMY

(LENT): Begins Wed, Mar 4, 6:30 PM & Thurs, Mar 5, 9:30 AM, Covenant Hall. Five Days that Changed the World. Journey through the final days of Jesus’ earthly ministry—Monday through Friday of Holy Week—with Rev. Bob Fuller. This Lenten study prepares our hearts for Maundy Thursday and Good Friday worship.

ONGOING CLASSES & GROUPS

MUSIC WITH FAMILIES: Wednesdays thru Apr 1, 5:15–5:45 PM, Room 139. Music class for children (8 weeks–3 yrs) with parents.

MIDPOINT SUNDAY SCHOOL: Sundays, 9:30 AM. A welcoming class for adults in their 30s–50s. Launched Feb 1.

“THE CHOSEN” SUNDAY CLASS: Sundays, 9:15 AM (lesson) & 9:30 AM (video), Covenant Hall. Explore the life and ministry of Jesus. Open to all.

MISSIONS, SERVING, & OUTREACH

NEXT GEN NEEDS: Serve with our Next Generation Mission Partners—supporting students, teachers, and families from elementary school through college. Multiple ways to serve this year. Contact lindsays@fpcsat.org to get connected.

KRL WINTER RESOURCE ROOM NEEDS: Donate new or gently used shirts, sweatpants, jeans, hoodies, and jackets, plus new underwear and socks. Drop off in the lobby or give via the Amazon Wishlist. http://bit.ly/KRL-SA-wishlist.

YPM FUNDRAISER: Support the expansion of the Yucatan Peninsula Mission campus to meet growing student enrollment. Learn more and give online. https://bit.ly/YPM-fundraiser

ANNOUNCEMENTS

IMPORTANT UPDATE–NEW CHURCH MANAGEMENT SYSTEM: FPC San Antonio is transitioning to a new church management system called TouchPoint to improve communication, giving, and event registrations.

In the coming weeks, you will receive an email with instructions to create your TouchPoint profile and download the new TouchPoint mobile app.

Please do not update your information in MyFPC or the Church Life app at this time. These systems will be replaced, and any updates made there will not carry over.

If you need to update your contact information before TouchPoint access is available, please contact our receptionist, Pam Marra, by email at pamm@fpcsat.org. More information will be shared soon.

NAMETAG PICKUP: New and replacement nametags are available on the magnetic board near the Reception Desk.

FRONT DESK VOLUNTEERS NEEDED: Help serve as the welcoming face of the church during short and infrequent weekday coverage gaps by answering phones and greeting guests. Contact Pam Marra at pamm@fpcsat.org

GET THE WEEKLY CHURCH EMAIL: Sign up for our weekly church email, First Look, sent every Thursday. Don’t miss out—subscribe now at http://bit.ly/fpcsa-newsletter!

FPC CHILDREN'S CENTER: Enroll your infant, toddler, or preschooler (6 weeks - age 5) for part or full time care with qualified, nurturing, experienced staff. Contact Laura Ortiz at laurao@fpcsat.org, visit fpcsanantonio.org/ childrens-center or call (210) 225-0960.

WELCOMING NEW BABIES: Are you expecting a baby, or know someone who is? Let us know— we’re here to offer support, including meal trains, childcare, and more. Contact Cynthia at cynthiab@fpcsat.org

JOBS AT FPC & CHILDREN'S CENTER: Work at First Pres! Visit fpcsanantonio.org/jobs.

SESSION MINUTES: Read minutes online at fpcsanantonio.org/blog/session

THE MINISTERS OF THE CHURCH

The Congregation

STAFF

Rev. Dr. Bob Fuller Senior Pastor

Rev. Scott Simpson

Associate Pastor of Congregational Care

Rev. Dr. Joe Moore Assistant Pastor of Older Adults & Congregational Care

Rev. Dr. John Kaiser Assistant Pastor of Congregational Care

Rev. Dr. Paul Kacsur Minister of Congregational Care

Tom Dooling Minister of Music

Dr. Jae Ha Associate Minister of Music / Organist

Whit Anderson Director of Church Planting

Rebecca Andujar Wedding Coordinator

Cynthia Bocanegra Assistant Director of Children & Their Families

Kyle Bowden Director of Youth & Their Families

Jeff Carawan Director of Property Maintenance

Hank Cherry Director of Communications

Meg Culp Director of Young Adults

Hector Flores Director of Finance

Ben Henderson Director of University Ministry

Kathy Jamison Director of Children’s Choir

Kyrenda King-Rogers Director of Facility Operations

Preston Miller Associate Director of High School & Their Families

Laura Ortiz Director of Children’s Center

Lindsay Selli Director of Missions

Savannah Schatte Associate Director of Middle School & Their Families

Janet Slayden Church Administrator

Rebecca Sweet Director of Children & Their Families

Wes Taylor Interim Modern Worship Leader

Kara Weaver Small Groups / Discipleship Coordinator

GIVING OPTIONS

We embrace a spirit of generosity & trust God’s provision.

• Online at fpcsanantonio.org/give

• Through the FPC San Antonio mobile app

• Text "FPCGIVE" to 833-692-2384 (messaging & data rates may apply)

• Mail to 404 N. Alamo St., San Antonio, TX 78205

LOVING CHRIST. LOVING ONE ANOTHER. LOVING THE CITY.

Website: www.fpcsanantonio.org

Phone: 210-226-0215

Address: 404 N. Alamo Street San Antonio, Texas 78205

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