Prayer
To Love Christ, we are to be a praying congregation. We seek a passion for prayer within First Presbyterian so that the power of Christ’s love is made manifest in all we are and do!
Prayer Ministry
Praying with the Ministers – Sundays
The Deacons, Elders, and Covenant Partners are encouraged to sign up to pray with the ministers before the Traditional Services. The person is to be in the Robing Room 10 minutes prior to the service (9:20 AM and 10:50 AM). A short prayer with the Pastors starts when all are present or the Pastor says – go ahead. Please sign up for Spring 2024 by using the button below or going to https://bit.ly/pastor-prayer-spring24. https://bit.ly/pastor-prayer-summer24
Contacts
Rev. Scott Simpson: scotts@fpcsat.org / 210-271-2712
Congregational Care Pastor
Ginny Porrata: 210-508-5714
Prayer Ministry Chair
Praying with the Ministers
The Deacons, Elders, and Covenant Partners are encouraged to sign up to pray with the ministers before the Traditional Services. The person is to be in the Robing Room 10 minutes prior to the service (9:20 AM and 10:50 AM). A short prayer with the Pastors starts when all are present or the Pastor says – go ahead.
Monthly Prayer with SAPD
May Prayer on Wednesday, May 1 (RSVP by April 30)
7:30 AM | SAPD Headquarters, 315 S. Santa Rosa Ave
On the first Wednesday of each month, believers from across the city join the SAPD to pray over first responders and the city. We meet in the lobby and then are escorted to the top of the parking garage. Parking is available through the security gate next to the building.
Please email Keli Caraveo at locktheshields@gmail.com by noon the day before if you plan to attend so she can submit your name.
National Day of Prayer Annual Prayer Walk
Thursday, May 2, 2024 | 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM | Begin at FPC Ave. E Entrance
This year’s theme, “Lift Up the Word, Light Up the World,” will guide our journey based on 2 Samuel 22:29-31.
- Prepare your hearts with our Annual Prayer Walk starting with a program at the First Presbyterian Church (FPC) Ave. E entrance at 10:00 AM on Thursday, May 2, 2024.
- We will then walk to Travis Park for additional prayers, scripture readings, and music.
- From there, we will proceed to the Main Plaza to participate in the National Day of Prayer (NDP) worship service.
- The Celebration and Praise session will precede the event at 11:30 AM before Mayor Nirenberg reads the National Day of Prayer City Proclamation at noon as the chimes ring from the San Fernando Cathedral.
Come together with pastors, ministry leaders, city officials, students, and individuals from all segments of San Antonio society for a time of unity, prayer, and worship. Let us lift our voices as one and honor our Lord during this impactful event.
Back to School Prayer at the Flagpole
Sunday, August 11 | 5:00 PM | Your Local School Flagpole
Join the Prayer Ministry Committee of First Presbyterian Church for a meaningful “prayer at the flagpole” gathering at schools in our City and surrounding areas on Sunday, August 11, 2024, at 5:00 p.m. Come together to pray for students, teachers, and faculty as we lift them up in prayer for the upcoming school year. We invite you to mark your calendars and make time to participate in this special event. Whether you choose to go to your child’s school or any school in the area, bring along your family and friends to join in this informal prayer session. Let’s unite in covering our local schools with prayer and bring blessings to all who enter.
