Summer 2023 Ministry Guide

Summer 2023 Ministry guide

SUNDAYS

4 | Sunday AM at a Glance

5 | Sunday PM at a Glance

6 | Discover, Know, JoinFPC!

7 | 8:30 AM Adult Classes (organized alphabetically)

7-9 | 9:30 AM Adult Classes (organized alphabetically)

10 | 9:30 AM Youth Classes

11 | Sunday Children’s Classes

12 | Sunday Evenings

Sunday AM

8:30 AM 226 | Faithful Explorers

308 | Tools & Topics (Break July 2 - August 13)

9:15 AM 1st Floor | Children’s Ministries Dropoff

231 | FPC3 (McCullough Room)

9:30 AM Sanctuary | Traditional Worship

Adults

302 | Ambassadors (Break July 2 - August TBD)

226 | Arthur Gray Jones (St. Andrews Room)

315 | Bridges (Covenant Hall)

224 | Connections

304 | Summer Roundtable

228 | The Uncomfortables

Westminster Hall | Modern Worship Team

Youth

Student Center 204 | 6-7th grade

Student Center 202 | High School

Children

101 | Nursery | 23 months & under

116 | 2-3 years | Childcare

115 | 4 - Kinder

Assembly Room | 1st - 4th Grade

Student Center | 5th Grade

10:30 AM 1st Floor | Children’s Sunday School Pickup

231 | FPC3 30 Minutes (McCullough Room)

10:45 AM 318 | Sanctuary Choir Rehearsal

11:00 AM Sanctuary | Traditional Worship

Westminster Hall | Modern Worship

12:00 PM 1st Floor | Childcare Pickup (Birth - Kinder)

7:00 PM Various Locations | Gospel Community

Mixed Young Adult Group (bi-weekly)

Off Campus | Gallantry, Grace, and Grub Umin Cookouts (July 16, July 23, July 30, August 6)

FPC3 (Coffee, Cookies, & Connection) will be set up in the McCullough Room from 9:15 AM - 12:00 PM on Sunday mornings. Be sure to stop by during FPC3 30 Minutes, a special half-hour specifically set apart at 10:30 AM, for the FPC family to spend together.

Discover, know, join FPC!

Discover, Know and Join FPC!

Want to know more about FPC? Are you ready to become a Covenant Partner? Learn more about FPC by attending a DiscoverFPC! Class where you can then decide whether you are ready to join as a Covenant Partner or wish to wait. Ready to join? Sign up for both the DiscoverFPC! & KnowFPC! classes and you are on your way.

Joining FPC is a three-part/four step process consisting of attending two classes, meeting with a member of our pastoral team, and finally joining the church during one of our Officer’s Dinners.

Sign up for the next class or to be notified when additional classes are scheduled at fpcsanantonio.org/register-discoverfpc.

Step One Attend DiscoverFPC! Class

Step Two Attend KnowFPC! Class

Step Three Meet with member of the Pastoral Staff

Step Four Attend Session Dinner where you Join FPC as a Covenant Partner.

2023-2024 Classes

Fall DiscoverFPC! Sunday, September 24

KnowFPC! Sunday, October 15

Winter DiscoverFPC! Sunday, January 21

KnowFPC! Sunday, February 4

Spring DiscoverFPC! Sunday, April 7

KnowFPC! Sunday, April 21

8:30 AM | Adult Classes

Faithful Explorers

Room: 226

Teacher: Chuck Bunn, chuck@bunngroup.com

Contact: Pat Brodeen, pat@brodeen.com

Description: This class studies books of the Bible, chosen by the class, in a lecture/discussion format. Adults of all ages are welcome!

Tools and Topics

Time: 8:30 AM – 9:10 AM

Room: 308

Break: July 2 - August 13

Teacher: Rev. Dr. Bob Fuller

Contact: Sheila Figueroa, sheilaf@fpcsat.org

Description: Have you ever been asked to lead a small group, Bible study or Sunday School class, but felt illequipped or unprepared? Or, have you ever wanted to hone your skills as a teacher and are looking for the right resources to grow and learn? “Tools and Topics” is a class designed to help us disciple one another. The goal of the class is to equip disciples to disciple one another. In this group we will explore introductions to the Bible, Bible Study tools, theological questions and leadership skills.

9:30 AM | Adult Classes

Ambassadors (Families with Young Children)

Room: 302

Break: July 2 - August TBD

Contact: Katie Miller, 281-299-2029

Katie.misfeldt@gmail.com

Description: Realizing that our children don’t actually belong to us, we are a class that wants to be Ambassadors in the lives of our children. We are willing to be agents of God over the children He created in His image and for His possession.

Adult Classes

Arthur Gray Jones

Room: St. Andrews Room

Teacher: Harry Schwethelm, 210-826-5960

harry.schwethelm@satx.rr.com

Description: We welcome you to a class of warm fellowship and good discussion. The Arthur Gray Jones class has been in continuous existence since the 1920s and acts as a group discussion of the Bible, which we read verse by verse. After we finish Luke, we will pick a book in the Old Testament and will read and discuss it.

Bridges

Room: 315 (Covenant Hall)

Teachers: Rev. Dr. Ron Scates, 214-681-6041 Ronald.Scates@gmail.com

Rev. Paul Kacsur, 210-381-3462

pkacsur@aol.com

Description: Join us for an in-depth study of the Apostles Creed as we take a detailed look at the creed and its foundation for our Christian beliefs.

Connections

Room: 224

Teachers: Boxy Hornberger, 210 867-3321

boxy@hfgtx.com

Trebes Sasser, 210-844-7874

tsasser@rpitx.com

Contact: Deanna Rickabaugh, 512-925-8759 dyrickabaugh@yahoo.com

Description: We seek to understand more fully the practicality and relevance of God’s Word to our lives. We seek to connect more deeply to the Word and to each other as we read and discuss scripture.

9:30 AM | Adult Classes

Summer Roundtable

Room: 304

Teacher: Pamela Young, pyoung14@gmail.com

Description: Connect on a deeper level with God’s word and God’s people during the Sunday School hour. The class will include a facilitated discussion on the Sunday morning sermon passage this Summer through August 6. Every age and stage are welcome to join!

The Uncomfortables

Room: 228

Teacher: Neil Williams, 210-523-1653

nwilliams48@hotmail.com

Description: This class explores the issues of faith in our modern world and takes on subjects or topics that might make some people uncomfortable. We are a discussion group and welcome all points of view and encourage participation. We are willing to listen to all viewpoints and just because we chose a book, does not mean that we agree with the author’s views.

Modern Worship Team

Room: Westminster Hall

Time: 9:00 AM Rehearsal

11:00 AM Modern Worship Service

Contact:  Callan Brown, 210-271-2775

callanb@fpcsat.org

Description: The Modern Worship Team is a group of people that help lead worship each Sunday at First Pres. We are committed to serving the church, being in community with one another, and using our gifts to glorify God in all that we do and say. If you are interested in joining our team, please contact us for more information!

Youth Classes

6th – 7th Grade

Location: Student Center, Room 204

Contact: Kerri Napoli, kerrin@fpcsat.org

Preston Miller, prestonm@fpcsat.org

Description: All 6th and 7th grade students are invited to join our Sunday School class that applies our faith in real, practical ways. Come play games and learn about Jesus together in the Student Center!

High School

Location: Student Center, Room 202

Contact: Kerri Napoli, kerrin@fpcsat.org

Preston Miller, prestonm@fpcsat.org

Description: Do you have a high school student looking for a community and weekly study of God’s word? Come join us each Sunday to discuss our faith and how it shapes our lives on a weekly basis.

Sunday Children’s Classes

Pick-up / Drop-off

Pick-Up/Drop-Off begins 15 minutes before service/classes. Pickup no later than 15 minutes after service/classes.

*Elementary grades 1-5 are encouraged to worship with their families during service times.

I am attending the 9:30 AM Traditional Service* or Sunday School:

Drop-off Times Pick-up Time Ages

9:15 - 9:30 AM 10:30 AM

Birth - 5th Grade

I am attending the 11:00 AM Traditional or Modern Service*:

Drop-off Times Pick-up Time Ages

10:45 - 11:00 AM 12:00 PM

Birth - Kinder

Nursery / Childcare (9:15 AM - 12:00 PM)

23 months and under | Room 101 (Nursery 1)

2-3 years | Room 116

4-Kinder | Room 115

Children’s Sunday School (9:30 AM -10:30 AM)

2-3 years | Room 116

4 years-Kinder | Room 115

Grades 1-4 | Assembly Room

Grade 5 | Student Center

Sunday Evenings

Gospel Community Group: Mixed Young Adult

Dates: Bi-Weekly

Time: 7:00 PM

Location: Various Locations

Contact: Josh Diepenhorst, 210-863-4823 Paige Perry, 210-414-7995

Description: Gospel Community Groups are our small group Bible studies designed for us to grow as disciples of Jesus Christ. If you are looking for a Bible study, join us as we engage God’s Word and spur one another to Loving Christ, Loving one another, and Loving our City.

Gallantry, Grace, and Grub Umin Cookouts

Dates: July 16, July 23, July 30, August 6

Time: 7:00 PM Location: Off Campus

Contact: Ben Henderson, 210-845-3845

Description: Join us for college cookouts of chaos with intriguing plot twists.

MON University Ministry Based Theologians Society

7:00 PM | Off Campus | June 26, July 17, July 24, July 31, August 7

Gospel Community Group: Mixed Young Adult

7:00 PM | Various Locations | bi-weekly

TUES

Gospel Community Group: Mixed Young Adult

7:00 PM | Off Campus | weekly

WED Sanctuary Choir Rehearsal

7:00 PM | Room 318

(Summer Break July 5 - August 12)

THUR Men’s Breakfast Bible Study

7:00 AM | Geneva Room

FRI KEYS Friday Fitness

9:30 AM | Zoom

KEYS Older Adult Ministry Birthday Lunches

(Keeping Everyone Young in Spirit)

11:30 AM (Shuttle 10:45 AM)

Offsite | July 21 and August 18

KEYS Mahjong Players

1:00 PM | Geneva Room | Contact Leader for Dates

Weekdays

MONDAYS

University Ministry Based Theologians Society

Dates: July 17, July 24, July 31, August 7

Time: 7:00 PM

Location: TBD

Contact: Ben Henderson, 210-845-3845

Description: A college Bible study where we earnestly explore the nitty gritty.

Gospel Community Mixed Young Adult Group

Dates: Bi-Weekly

Time: 7:00 PM

Location: Various Locations

Contact: Caleb Barber, 281-660-7373

Danielle Couch, 832-782-0502

Description: Study the Bible in community with other young adults so that you can grow together in knowing God and His Word. These small groups meet at least twice a month for fellowship, study, and prayer together. Don’t miss out on this chance to go deeper in God’s Word and in relationship with other believers!

Tuesdays

Gospel Community Mixed Young Adult Group

Time: 7:00 PM

Location: 417 Canterbury Hill

Contact: Natalie Scheifele, 210-557-9515

Preston Miller, 210-860-4559

prestonm@fpcsat.org

Description: Gospel Community Groups are our Small group Bible Studies designed for us to grow as disciples of Jesus Christ. If you are looking for a weekly bible study, join us as we engage God’s Word and spur one another to Loving Christ, Loving one another, and Loving our City.

WEDNESDAYS

Sanctuary Choir Rehearsal

Dates: No Wednesday Rehearsals July 5 - August 12

Time: 7:00 PM – 8:15 PM

Location: Room 318

Contact: Tom Dooling, 210-271-2717

tomd@fpcsat.org

Description: The Sanctuary Choir is always open to new members including adults, college students, and advanced high school students. If you read music notation, have experience singing in a choir, and would like to know more, please contact us for more information! The choir leads worship in the Sanctuary on a weekly basis and rehearse Sunday mornings at 10:45 AM.

Thursdays

Men’s Breakfast Bible Study

Time: 7:00 AM – 8:30 AM

Location Geneva Room

Contact: Sheila Figueroa, sheilaf@fpcsat.org

Description: The Thursday Men’s Breakfast Bible Study is a gathering of adult men for breakfast, prayer fellowship and group discussion of God’s Word. The group is comprised of both working and retired, pastors and laypeople, longtime veterans and newcomers. As we read through books of the Bible, we share the wisdom, humor, challenges and blessings of God’s word. Join us for Food for the Body— and the Soul.

Weekdays

FRIDAYS

KEYS Friday Fitness

Time: 9:30 AM

Location: Zoom (Zoom access available in Room 224 for those who wish to attend the class at FPC.

Teacher: Jacqueline Crow

Contact: Rev. Dr. Joe Moore, joem@fpcsat.org

Description: Keep your body moving, build strength and have fun together with other KEYS members in this weekly Fitness Class. Contact Joe Moore for the Zoom Link and join in!

KEYS Older Adult Ministry

(Keeping Everyone Young in Spirit)

Dates: June 16, July 21, and August 18

Times: 11:30 AM Lunch | 10:45 AM Shuttle

Location: Off Campus

Contact: Rev. Dr. Joe Moore, joem@fpcsat.org

Description: This Summer join with other 50 yr+ adults for fun and fellowship as we go out for lunch on the 3rd Friday of each month to celebrate those with birthdays!

Birthday Lunch Fridays begin at 11:30 AM, with the shuttle departing FPC at 10:45 AM.

KEYS Mahjong Players

Dates: Will meet various Fridays throughout Summer - Contact Nancy for dates

Time: 1:00 PM – 3:30 PM

Location: Geneva Room

Contact: Nancy Black, whythere@icloud.com

Description: Join in on the fun game of Mahjong at FPC!

June

Wednesday, June 28

Young Adults Community Social Evening

Time: 6:30 PM – 8:30 PM

Location: Alamo Beer Company

Contact: Chris Roper, 210-782-2687, christopherdavidroper@yahoo.com

Description: Come to Alamo Beer Company for live music, drinks and food. All young adults (single, married, and with kids) up to age 35-ish are invited to attend. This is also the perfect opportunity to invite your non-First Pres friends to join!

July

Thursday, July 6 - Monday, July 17

Pray for Alaska VBS Summer Mission Trip

A team from FPC will be going to share the hope and joy of Christ as they lead VBS and build relationships in Chevak, Alaska. Please pray that the team is united for the mission that God has for them in Chevak, and that the community would be prepared to receive the team.

Saturday, July 15

Young Adults Community Tubing Trip

Time: TBD

Location: New Braunfels

Contact: Chris Roper, 210-782-2687, christopherdavidroper@yahoo.com

Description: Join us for a river float day somewhere in New Braunfels. More details to come. All young adults (single, married, and with kids) up to age 35-ish are invited to attend. This is also the perfect opportunity to invite your non-First Pres friends to join!

Upcoming Events

Upcoming Events

July Continued

Saturday, July 22

Prison Ministry Volunteer Training

Time: 8:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Location: Room 302

Contact: William Etheredge, 210-410-3497

wmethrdg@yahoo.com

Description: Chaplain David Busby will be leading a Texas Department of Criminal Justice (TDCJ) volunteer training class on July 22nd. Attendees will learn about opportunities to serve and become approved TDCJ volunteers. Class is from 8:00 AM until 12:00 PM on July 22nd. This is an excellent way to respond to Our Lord’s charge in Matthew 25:31-40, “I tell you the truth, whatever you did for one of the least of these brothers of mine, you did for me.” Contact William Etheredge to register or for any questions. Please use the church entrance on Avenue E and arrive before 8:00 AM so we can start on time. Coffee and pastries will be available.

Sunday, July 23

KinMart Donation Deadline Contact: Grace Morehouse, samanthagrace10@yahoo.com

Lindsay Selli, lindsays@fpcsat.org

Description: FPC is one of the host sites for KinMart, an event designed by The Alliance to help local foster families. On July 29, we will welcome families to Westminster Hall for an enjoyable and cost-less “shopping” experience for school supplies. We want to STUFF THE STORE with new, unopened school supplies. Donations needed by July 23 and can be delivered to Marianne Ryan or Lindsay Selli at FPC, or shipped to FPC through the Amazon Wishlist at https://amzn.to/44NeSY2.

July Continued

Saturday, July 29

KinMart

Time: 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Location: 1st Floor Nutrition Center & Assembly Room

Contact: Grace Morehouse, samanthagrace10@yahoo.com

Lindsay Selli, lindsays@fpcsat.org

Description: FPC is one of the host sites for KinMart, an event designed by The Alliance to help local foster families. On July 29, we will welcome families to Westminster Hall for an enjoyable and cost-less “shopping” experience for school supplies. You can help in two ways: donate school supplies or volunteer the day of the event. Volunteer sign up at https://bit.ly/kinmart23-serve.

Life Restored SA (LRSA) Volunteer & Mentor Training

Time: 9:00 AM - 2:00 PM

Location: Geneva Room

Contact: Katy Vidales, 210-740-0011

katy@liferestoredsa.org

Description: Come join us on Saturday, July 29th and empower yourself to serve our community and fight human trafficking. Our LRSA Volunteer and Mentor Training will give you the knowledge and tools to use your God-given talents to join the fight against trafficking in our city and beyond. With various volunteer opportunities available, there is something to fit into everyone’s schedule. Don’t miss out on this opportunity to make a lasting impact - sign up today at https://bit.ly/lrsa-volunteer-app.

Upcoming Events

Upcoming Events

august

Tuesday, August 1

Young Adults Community Open Mic Night

Time: 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM

Location: The Pigpen

Contact: Chris Roper, 210-782-2687, christopherdavidroper@yahoo.com

Description: Give those vocal chords a workout at Open Mic Night at the Pigpen. All young adults (single, married, and with kids) up to age 35-ish are invited to attend. This is also the perfect opportunity to invite your non-First Pres friends to join!

Thursday, August 10

Young Oceans Concert

Time: 7:00 PM- 9:00 PM

Location: FPC Westminster Hall

Contact: Callan Brown, callanb@fpcsat.org

Description: “Young Oceans push the furthest edges of the indie meditative genre with densely layered Enoatmospherics of equal appeal to the devoted believer, meditative transcendentalist, and discerning artrock fan.” (Noisetrade).

Sunday, August 13

Back to School Blessing

Time: 9:30 AM- 12:30 PM

Location: FPC

Contact: Rebecca Sweet, rebeccas@fpcsat.org

Description: FPC is sending you to school this year with lots of prayers and a blessing! Invite your school friends, teachers, staff, school administrators to church on August 13th (all services) for a special blessing. Bring your back pack and receive a back-pack tag to remind you that God is with you and you are LOVED by all of the FPC family.

August Continued

Sunday, August 13

Prayer at the Flagpole

Time: 5:30 PM

Location: Your neighborhood school

Contact: Debbie Taylor, rpdstaylor@gmail.com

Description: Gather at your school flagpole to pray for the schools, students, teachers, administrators, all staff and families. Contact Debbie to get involved and make sure as many schools as possible are covered in prayer.

Saturday, August 19

2nd Annual Rise Up & Pray

Time: 9:00 AM - 11:00 AM

Location: Shearer Hills Baptist Church

12615 San Pedro Ave San Antonio, TX 78216

Contact: Sherry Sigmon, jsigmon@satx.rr.com

Description: Ladies, it’s time to Rise Up & Pray for our students and their schools before the 2023-24 school year begins! Join other moms, grandmoms, aunts, sisters, and teachers for a time of worship, encouragement, and united scriptural prayer! Enjoy a light brunch at 9:00 AM before the program starts at 9:15 AM. We are thrilled to have the South Texas State Coordinator for Moms In Prayer International, Jennifer Appleton, as our guest speaker. Register now to be a part of this FREE life-changing event at https://bit.ly/riseup2pray.

Sunday, August 20

Kickoff Sunday

Contact: Rev. Becky Prichard, beckyp@fpcsat.org

Description: Mark your calendars! We will be kicking off the fall semester at FPC with a SECOND Modern Worship service at 9:30 AM in Westminster Hall! To make this a success, we need more volunteers for the new service as well as for Sunday school and childcare. Is God calling you to help in this kingdom-multiplying work? Stay tuned for more info on the annual Kick Off celebration and volunteering opportunities coming soon!

Upcoming Events

Upcoming Events

September

Tuesday, September 12

First Literature Circle for Year 2023-2024

Time: 1:30 PM (Social Begins at 1:00 PM)

Location: McCullough Room

Contact: Grace Clouse, grace.clouse42@gmail.com

Description: FPC Literature Circle will meet the second Tuesday of each month from September - May in the McCullough Room. This upcoming year is the 50th anniversary of the Circle 13 Literature Circle at FPC! Get started on the reading list, found at fpcsanantonio.org/ lit-circle, this summer and plan to join us for the reviews throughout the year. Bring a friend to hear a great story and be reminded of the value of books. Delayed streaming is available each month on our FPC website: fpcsanantonio. org/lit-circle

Friday, September 15

FPC Children’s Center Fall Fling Masquerade Gala

Time: 6:30 PM - 10:00 PM

Location: Magnolia Gardens on Main

Contact: Ellie Escamilla, amyl@fpcsat.org

Description: A fun, grown-up evening of food, wine, music, and fun — all for a good cause. Proceeds benefit the First Presbyterian Church Children’s Center. Tickets are $50 per person or $400 a table and can be purchased at fpcsanantonio.org/fall-fling.

The Children’s Center is accepting donations for their Fall Fling silent and live auctions. Bring donations to the 1st floor lobby.

If you have a business or organization that would like to be a sponsor for the event, please contact the Center at (210) 225-0960 or fill out our Sponsorship form at bit.ly/fpcsatcc-sponsor. Email AmyL@fpcsat.org for more information.

Ongoing

June 5 - August 31

FPC Children’s Center Summer Program

Time: Monday - Friday, 7:00 AM - 6:00 PM

Ages: Children 4-6 years

Location: FPC Children’s Center

Contact: Laura Ortiz, (210) 225-0960, laurao@fpcsat.org

Description: Kids come and join the FPC Children’s Center for the summer while we explore, learn and play! Full and part time camp available Monday - Friday. Child-centered, play-based learning program full of exciting activities. Visit fpcsanantonio.org/childrens-center.

Monthly

Women of the Church Monthly Circle Meetings (Circles meet September through May, except for the two service Circles who provide service all year.)

Contact: Lynn Thompson, 210-771-7619

lynn@thompsondata.com

Description: WOC has a variety of women’s circles which meet each month in the fall and spring. Some circles meet in homes, others at church, and many of them have lunch as part of their meeting. Some are Bible study circles, one circle knits and crochets prayer shawls, and another is just for young moms. One circle doesn’t have regular meetings, but provides meals for families with new babies or those recovering from surgery. The Circle of Concern organizes and serves memorial receptions held at the church. Many women are members of more than one circle. Please refer to fpcsanantonio.org/woc to find the dates and times each circle meets, as well as contact information for each circle leader. Visitors are always welcome!

Upcoming Events