KinMart for Foster & Kinship Families: Donations & Volunteers

Saturday, August 3 | 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM | FPC Campus

FPC is one of the host sites for KinMart, an event designed by The Alliance, alliance4orphans.org, to help local foster and kinship families. On August 3, we will welcome families to FPC for an enjoyable and free “shopping” experience for school supplies. You can help by donating school supplies or volunteering on the event day!

We want to STUFF THE STORE with new, unopened school supplies. Donations can be delivered to Marianne Ryan or Lindsay Selli at FPC, or shipped directly to FPC through the Amazon Wishlist. Donations are needed by July 28. 

Please contact Lindsay Selli (lindsays@fpcsat.org) for more information.

Donate from Amazon Wishlist

Dear FPC Family,

It has come to my attention that many of you are receiving emails and texts that claim to be from me (Bob Fuller), asking for gift cards, donations, and other contributions. Please know that these messages are fake and are not from me or FPC. Unfortunately, this kind of “phishing” scam happens often and seems to be increasing. I want to assure you that I have not and will not ask for contributions through text or email, except for officially authorized church programs like stewardship and missions giving.

If you get any suspicious messages, do not respond. Let us know about them instead. As a general rule, I will only ask for gifts or donations by phone (voice) or in person. Official church emails will always consist of the first name and last initial of the staff member and end in @fpcsat.org. Please ignore messages from any other email addresses claiming to be from me or any other FPC staff member.

Additionally, some of you have received fraudulent texts that claim to be from me and ask you to buy Apple gift cards for women battling cancer in the hospital. This too is a scam. Sadly, there’s not much we can do to stop these text messages from reaching you.

If you get such texts, please take a few minutes to report them to the Federal Trade Commission’s Fraud webpage at reportfraud.ftc.gov. It takes about 3-4 minutes. You can also block the sender on most smartphones and report them as junk.

I apologize for any inconvenience these scams may cause. It troubles me that scammers prey on your generosity. This congregation is known for being loving and willing to help others. I pray that the Lord will protect us from those who try to take advantage of our kindness. Despite these scams, please keep your hearts open and continue to be wise and gentle in sharing what the Lord has given you.

Grace and peace,
Bob Fuller (The REAL Bob Fuller)
Senior Pastor

We are excited to announce that a total of 44 individuals will be participating in mission trips and internships from May to August 2024! Please visit our Mission Trip Blog, fpcsanantonio.org/mission-trip-updates, for prayer requests & updates. Please pray for our Uganda team from June 13-24, as they connect and serve.

FPC San Antonio shows our love for Jesus, for one another, for our city, and our world by serving!

Are you looking for a way to get involved?

Visit our new SERVE page for opportunities to share God’s love by serving at FPC, serving locally, and serving globally.

Back to School Prayer at the Flagpole

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Calling all Bakers!

We are offering home-baked cookies during our Sunday FPC3 Fellowship time and need your help to ensure we have enough each week for all to enjoy. Please consider signing up for one or more days in the coming months.

Our hospitality reflects the hospitality of God who embraces all people with love and grace. Your delicious cookies can bless someone’s Sunday and make them feel welcome to the FPC family.

Help us Love One Another!

Sign Up to BAKE!

Don’t forget to be kind to strangers, for some who have done this have entertained angels without realizing it! – Hebrews 13:2

Church Offices Closed for July 4th Holiday

First Presbyterian church offices will be closed Thursday, July 4, 2024 in observance of Independence Day.

Office hours will resume on Friday, July 5, 2024.

Support Our Summer Mission Trips

Pray for our Mission Trips and Internships in Summer 2024!

We are thrilled to share that a total of 44 individuals will be embarking on mission trips and internships from May to August 2024! These passionate individuals will be spreading hope, love, and the gospel across various cultures and communities. Here are some specific ways you can support them through prayer:

• **Open Hearts for the Gospel:** Pray that students who hear the gospel this summer will receive it and respond positively.
• **Safe Travels and Smooth Logistics:** Pray for safe travel, smooth logistics, ample provision, and divine protection for all teams and individuals.
• **Honor and Glory to God:** Pray that through everyone’s efforts this summer, God will be honored and glorified.
• **Refreshment for Ministry Partners:** Pray that our ministry partners will find refreshment and encouragement during times of rest and care.
• **Guidance from the Holy Spirit:** Pray for reliance on and guidance from the Holy Spirit throughout these cross-cultural service experiences.
• **Wisdom and Courage in Outreach:** Pray for wisdom, courage, and the right opportunities to engage in meaningful spiritual conversations.
• **Lasting Impact and Commitment:** Pray that these experiences will inspire a deeper commitment to missional living after the trips conclude.

For more updates and ongoing prayer needs, please visit our Mission Trip Blog. Your prayers are a vital part of the transformative work that will take place this summer. Thank you for standing with us in faith and support!

FPC L.O.V.E. Initiative & Local Missions Celebrating Foster Care Awareness Month

The FPC L.O.V.E. Initiative is dedicated to supporting foster families within the FPC congregation and empowering new foster parents.

At First Presbyterian Church (FPC), our commitment to the fight for orphans in our city runs deep. We believe that together, we can make a difference in the lives of orphans and foster kids in our community. We have dedicated our time, talent, and money to organizations like South Texas Alliance for Orphans and Chosen Care, and we are proud to be leaders among churches in the movement of local, national, and international generosity. This practice is not just a side project for us – it is at the core of our faith and has been stewarded well at FPC for generations. Join us as we continue to fight for those who need our support the most.

Foster Parents’ Day Out

We invite you to serve locally with us at Foster Parents’ Day Out:

Saturday, May 11 from 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM
at First Baptist Church, 515 McCullough Ave, 78205

This event, in collaboration with the South Texas Alliance for Orphans, provides foster kids with a safe and enjoyable space so their foster parents can take a break. Volunteers from both churches will lead activities throughout the morning at First Baptist Church. Background checks are required for all volunteers, so sign up now! Contact Lindsay Selli, lindsays@fpcsat.org, with any questions.

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Generous.Life and Generosity:San Antonio presents Hopeful Futures Event

As we look to the future, we are excited to see the intersection of an intergenerational community of generosity led by some young people who are bringing a fresh perspective to the solvable crisis of orphans, foster care, and adoption in our city. This national group is called Generous.Life and has a local presence in San Antonio known as Generosity:San Antonio, led by Brent and Alexandra Blonkvist, who have been championing this community since moving back to San Antonio in 2022 after a decade in New York City.

Generosity:San Antonio welcomes all ages to participate, but they encourage families to join together, with an emphasis on involving the “next generation.” This community aims to put the joy back into generosity, breaking up the transactional nature often present in charitable giving by creating a space for connection and inspiration.

If you’re interested in learning more about Generosity:San Antonio, be sure to reach out to the Blonkvists at bblonkvist@gmail.com. And mark your calendars for the Hopeful Futures event:

Tuesday, May 14 at 6:30 PM
at The Thompson Hotel, 115 Lexington Ave, 78205