Growing through Study & Fellowship
FPC believes God invites and causes us to grow through study, learning, and prayer. We invite you to grow in your own knowledge of Jesus Christ and the Bible, develop meaningful relationships with other believers, and contribute to the spiritual and physical needs of those who are struggling, both inside and outside the walls of the church.
Classes & Groups - Life Stage
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Sunday Morning Adult Classes
Sundays | 9:30 AM | Room 302
The Ambassadors class seeks to establish a community with parents whose children are 5 and younger. This year we will be looking at “A Praying Life” by Paul E. Miller in conjunction with “Praying the Scriptures for Your Children” by Jodie Berndt. Please join us for discussion and fellowship all year!
Contact: Jennie Brooks, Meg Culp, Judy Kruger
Sundays | 9:30 AM | St. Andrew’s Room
Teacher: Harry Schwethelm, 210-826-5960
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.
Sundays | 9:30 AM | Covenant Hall (Room 315)
Teachers: Tom Benke, Ellen Frasier, Garland Henderson, Rev. Paul Kacsur, Dr. Jonathan King, John Peters, Rev. Dr. Ron Scates, and Rev. Chris Scruggs
Contact: Tom Benke, 210-355-3066
Bridges Class is a lecture-format Bible study led by Clergy and Lay Leaders studying various books of the Bible and other materials as the class may decide. We are studying the Book of Job from January 19 – March 13. All classes are available on podcast.
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This class will begin by exploring how the Christian community grew from a persecuted minority to being the recognized church of the Roman Empire, and how the church during the Middle Ages preserved civilization and spread the faith. We’ll then learn about reformers and intellectual currents before the Reformation; highlights and significance of the Reformation in Europe and Britain; the church’s absorption of new scientific knowledge; the Enlightenment; American contributions to Christianity and Western Civilization; the French Revolution; social and intellectual challenges in the 19th century; and modernization of the Roman Catholic Church at Vatican II. We’ll conclude with a look at the distinguishing features of Western Civilization today, which help explain why many people around the world yearn to live in the nations it has shaped. Each Sunday there will be a lecture (and discussion) along with 15-20 pages of optional background reading.
Sundays, January 5 through May 18.
Class time and location TBD.
Sundays | 9:30 AM | Room 224
Teachers: Boxy Hornberger, 210-867-3321, Trebes Sasser, 210-844-7874, Deanna Rickabaugh, 512-925-8759.
Contact: Deanna Rickabaugh, 512-925-8759
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.
Sundays | 8:30 AM | Room 301
Teacher: Chuck Bunn
Contact: Pat Brodeen
Jesus commands us to make disciples, but the "how to" can be challenging. Join us as we journey through the gospel of Luke, learning from Jesus' historical training of His disciples to apply His teachings to today's context. This course aims to better equip participants in articulating the hope we have in Jesus (1 Peter 3) to seekers or new believers. Our fellowship is a vibrant mix of ages and experiences, with high participation encouraged. While there is no homework, questions will be provided for contemplation before class meetings.
Sundays | 9:30 AM | Room 310
Leader: Gardner Peavy
Class for families with students in middle school through college to share experiences and support one another through these diverse life stages. The class will include a study and discussion of the Scriptures used in worship each Sunday.
Sundays, Starting January 26 | 8:30 AM | Room 300
Teachers: Scott Palmer
New Adult Sunday school class @ 8:30 AM each Sunday starting January 26. Former Genesis 2 Sunday school teacher, Scott Palmer will teach Philippians. All are welcome.
Sundays, 9:30 AM – 10:30 PM in Room 226 - Begins February 9, 2025
Next-Level Sunday School will study “The Heart of the Apostle Paul’s Theology,” utilizing the free Biblical Foundations Curriculum as part of a certificate track through ThirdMill Institute.
This class is 9 weeks long and explores the central concepts of the Apostle Paul’s teachings in his letters to the Galatians, Thessalonians and Corinthians. In addition, we will be studying Paul's letters from prison — Colossians, Philemon, Ephesians and Philippians — and consider his responses to many of the difficulties we face as Christians.
Registering for the Next-Level Sunday School Class is required for all who wish to join the cohort. Please complete your registration by January 26.
Weekday Adult Classes, Studies, & Groups
Tuesdays | 9:30 AM - 11:45 AM | Covenant Hall
- January 14 - March 4: "The Gospel of John"
- March 18 - April 29: "Gospel on the Ground"
Contact: Catherine Miller
Join us for Melissa Spoelstra's 7-session study, "The Gospel of John: Savoring the Peace of Jesus in a Chaotic World," as we learn how to slow down and linger with the living Word. As a result, we’ll grow in intimacy with Jesus and learn to live, serve, and rest in His peace.
Join us in Kristi McLelland's 7-session "Gospel on the Ground," a study of the book of Acts. We will unpack the life of the early church and see that the kingdom of God is always on the move, always looking outward to bring meaning and joy to a world searching for true fulfillment and hope. We'll explore the call of Jesus to His disciples then and to us as His disciples today, learning how God’s Word and transformative grace can sustain us even in the most difficult of times.
Women of all ages are welcome, and childcare is available upon request.
Tuesdays | 11:45 AM - 12:45 PM | Room 228 | Begins January 14
Contact: Debbie Taylor
The Prayer Ministry at FPC is excited to continue our International Prayer endeavor!
This is a wonderful opportunity to praise God and support one another in prayer. In small groups of 2-3, each member will pray a provided scripture over one child and one specific need of that child, as guided by the Holy Spirit.
Moms who participate often say it’s their favorite hour of the week! We hope you’ll consider joining us. If you require childcare, you must RSVP with the button below to reserve a spot.
Tuesdays, January 7-April 8 | 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM | Room 228
GriefShare is a video seminar series that features some of the nation’s foremost Christian experts on grief and recovery topics as seen from a biblical perspective. The video seminars are combined with support group discussions of the materials presented during the video. Please feel free to connect with us if you have any questions or would like more information about the GriefShare seminar.
If interested, please contact our Care and Concern Ministry.
Wednesdays, January 8 – April 9 | 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM | Room 228
DivorceCare is a video seminar series featuring some of the nation’s foremost Christian experts on divorce and recovery topics as seen from a biblical perspective. The video seminars are combined with support group discussions of the materials presented during the video. Find general information at www.divorcecare.org/about.
If you are interested, please contact our Care & Concern Ministry.
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Wednesdays, January 22 - March 12 | 6:30 PM - 9:00 PM | Rooms 308 & 310
Classes are open for registration at www.nami-sat.org.
Contact: NAMI of Greater San Antonio,
, 210-734-3349
NAMI Family-to-Family
NAMI Family-to-Family is a free (registration required), 8-session education program specifically for family members, partners, and friends of adults (18+) who live with mental illness. The course is designed to facilitate a better understanding of mental illness, increase coping, and empower participants to become advocates for their family members. NAMI Family-to-Family not only provides critical information and strategies for taking care of the person you love, but you’ll also find out that you’re not alone.
NAMI Peer-to-Peer
NAMI Peer-to-Peer is a free (registration required), eight-session educational program for adults with mental health conditions who are looking to better understand themselves and their recovery. Taught by trained leaders with lived experience, this program includes activities, discussions, and informative videos. However, as with all NAMI programs, it does not include recommendations for treatment approaches. NAMI Peer-to-Peer is a safe, confidential space.
Wednesdays, January 15 - April 9; 6:30 PM - 7:30 PM; Covenant Hall; no meeting 3/5
Contact: Sheila Figueroa
This Wednesday evening class is presented as part of the Zbinden Center Lay Academy. Join Rev. Dr. Bob Fuller for “Holy Heresies: The Distinctive Doctrines of the Reformation,” as we explore the five principles that have shaped the teaching and practice of the church for 500 years: Grace-alone, Scripture-alone, Christ-Alone, Faith-alone, for God’s Glory-Alone. The “Five-Solas” (from the Latin word “sola,”— alone), are principles that have helped to keep our doctrine, worship, mission, and fellowship faithful to the foundational truth of the gospel and the Biblical witness to Jesus Christ. When properly understood, the five solas provide clarity for belief, inspiration for devotion, and protection from the errors and misrepresentations that undermine healthy discipleship.
Wednesdays, Jan. 22 - Feb. 26 | 6:30 PM - 8:00 PM | Student Center
Contact: Lindsay Selli
Take your Next Steps in Faith! Over six weeks we’ll explore Jesus’ key invitations—following Him, prayer, serving others, living on mission, and more. Food and child care provided - be sure to sign up below. We’d love to see you there!
Thursdays, January 16 – April 10; 9:30 AM – 11:00 AM; Covenant Hall
Contact: Sheila Figueroa
This Thursday morning class is presented as the Pastor’s Bible Study and is followed by small group discussion. Join Rev. Dr. Bob Fuller for “Holy Heresies: The Distinctive Doctrines of the Reformation,” as we explore the five principles that have shaped the teaching and practice of the church for 500 years: Grace-alone, Scripture-alone, Christ-Alone, Faith-alone, for God’s Glory-Alone. The “Five-Solas” (from the Latin word “sola,”— alone), are principles that have helped to keep our doctrine, worship, mission, and fellowship faithful to the foundational truth of the gospel and the Biblical witness to Jesus Christ. When properly understood, the five solas provide clarity for belief, inspiration for devotion, and protection from the errors and misrepresentations that undermine healthy discipleship. Visit fpcsanantonio.org/live to watch the lectures live each week.
