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Current Announcements

KRL Celebrates 5-year Anniversary

The Kingdom Restoration Collaborative celebrated five years of service on February 28, with a luncheon in Westminster Hall. All in attendance were blessed by stories shared by people whose lives have been changed by Jesus through the work of the KRL. Speakers talked about the way the KRL started and the vision for its future. It was truly an encouraging and God-glorifying time. If you would like to know more about the KRL or get involved, please email Elaine Bright at sebright@swbell.net or Lindsay at FPCsatmissions@gmail.com.

Please Use Designated Drop-off Area

For the safety of both drivers and pedestrians, we kindly ask that all church drop-offs occur in our small parking lot at the Ave. E entrance, not in the street. We appreciate your cooperation in keeping our church community safe and accessible.

Job Openings

We are currently seeking a Director for Emerging Adults (Young Adults), an Associate Director for Middle School & Family Ministry, an Associate Director for High School and Family Ministry, and a Director of Finance. Visit fpcsanantonio.org/jobs.

Easter Lily Orders Due by March 18

Forms Due by March 18

Remember a loved one or honor someone special this Easter by purchasing an Easter lily for $15. Order forms available in the second floor workroom, Mauzé Lobby, or online at fpcsanantonio.org/easter-lilies. Return forms & payment to the Easter Lilies mailbox in the workroom or mail to the church office by March 18. Checks are to be made out to the Sanctuary Flower Committee.


Ministry Events

Current thru 3/31 - Stations of the Cross, A Lenten Prayer Meditation

Feb. 14 – March 31 | 2nd and 3rd floors of FPC

In preparing for Easter, participate in the contemplative practice of praying through the Stations of the Cross, and recognize anew the amazing love of God, our Father, and sacrifice of Jesus Christ. Prayer guide booklets, including maps of the nine prayer stations, can be found in the Mauzé Lobby, at each station, and are also available online at fpcsanantonio.org/lent-prayer.

March 15 - KEYS Older Adults Birthday Lunch

Friday, Mar. 15 | 11:30 AM | 18747 Redland Rd.

Our March birthday lunch will be Tex-Mex at La Hacienda de Los Barrios and cost $10-20. Shuttle from FPC leaves at 10:45 AM or meet at restaurant. Contact the church front desk to RSVP at (210) 226-0215 or keys@fpcsat.org. Visit fpcsanantonio.org/keys for more information.

March 18 - Final Young Adult Gathering for Spring

Monday, Mar. 18 (Final for Spring) | 6:30 PM | FPC Student Center Downstairs

Dinner (6:30 PM) & program (7:00 PM) for Young Adults of all ages and stages. Contact Carrie Everson at carriee@fpcsat.org.

March 20 - Serve at New St. Philip's College & Young Life SA East Garden

Wednesday, Mar. 20 | 11:00 AM – 2:00 PM | 525 S Mittman St., 78203

Partner with Young Life SA East and St. Philip’s Campus Ministry as they open the San Antonio Sower Sanctuary, a community garden to help with food insecurity for east-side students & neighborhoods. Volunteers will be needed to assist with grab-and-go food in addition to helping in the garden. Sign up at bit.ly/sa-sowers-volunteer. Contact Baylie Collins at bayliedcollins@gmail.com with questions.

March 22-23 - A Praying Life Seminar at FPC

Fri. & Sat., March 22-23 | Westminster Hall

Come enjoy dinner, fellowship, and inspiring biblical and practical teaching on the foundational practice of prayer. Adam Barker, of SeeJesus Ministries, will be leading the seminar and offering wisdom and insight into the value and power, but also the simplicity and heart, of prayer, as he encourages us into deeper relationships with God and with those for whom we are praying.

Friday, March 22 (6:00 PM – 8:45 PM, dinner @ 5:30 PM)
Saturday, March 23 (8:30 AM – 12:30 PM, continental breakfast @ 8:00 AM)

Register by March 15 at fpcsanantonio.org/a-praying-life or the Sunday table in Mauzé Lobby ($20, scholarships available). To reserve childcare email childcare@fpcsat.org. For questions, contact Ginny Porrata at 210-508-5714 or ginnyvan490@gmail.com.

Mar. 24 Deadline - Donate Candy for Easter Egg Hunt

All children, infants thru 5th grade, & their families are welcome to join the FPC Children’s Ministry’s Easter Egg-venture on Saturday, March 30. You can help by donating new, unopened candy by March 24 to Rebecca or Heather in the Children’s Ministry. Contact rebeccas@fpcsat.org.

Mar. 24 - 29 - Join FPC for Holy Week Services

fpcsanantonio.org/easter

March 24: Palm Sunday worship at our regularly scheduled Traditional & Modern services at both 9:30 AM & 11:00 AM. Children are invited to meet 10 minutes before the 9:30 AM services at the doors to the Sanctuary and Westminster Hall to receive palm branches to wave as they enter worship.

March 28: Maundy Thursday Service held at 6:30 PM in Westminster Hall.

March 29: Good Friday Service held at 12:00 PM in the Sanctuary.

To reserve childcare for Maundy Thursday or Good Friday, email childcare@fpcsat.org.

Mar. 30 - Children's Easter Eggventure

Sat., March 30 | 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM | Westminster Hall

All children, infants – 5th grade, and their families are welcome to join FPC’s Children’s Ministry as we are “On the Hunt” for an Easter Egg-venture! RSVP at fpcsanantonio.org/children. Contact Rebecca Sweet, rebeccas@fpcsat.org.

Mar. 31 - Join Us for Easter Sunday Morning

fpcsanantonio.org/easter

Start the day with a 6:45 AM modern-style Sunrise Service in the Courtyard, followed by an Easter Breakfast from 7:30 AM – 9:15 AM in Westminster Hall. After breakfast, you can still enjoy FPC3 Fellowship with cookies, coffee, & conversation in the McCullough Room any time between 9:15 AM – 12:00 PM. Traditional-style worship services will be held at 8:00 AM, 9:30 AM, and 11:00 AM in the Sanctuary. There will not be any Sunday classes, however, childcare is available for children aged birth to 5 years during the traditional services. Let’s celebrate the resurrection together!

Apr. 5 - Haydn's Creation Concert

Friday, Apr. 5 | 7:00 PM | FPC Sanctuary

Join us for the 17th Annual Mary Jean Rogers Memorial Concert as our Sanctuary Choir, Orchestra, and Soloists perform the epic musical oratorio retelling of the Genesis creation story by Joseph Haydn. Invite friends, family, and co-workers to come and enjoy this free one-hour concert with you. Let the music inspire and uplift your spirits as we celebrate the beautiful story of creation. Contact Tom Dooling, tomd@fpcsat.org, 210-271-2717.

Apr. 7 - Interested in Joining? Discover First Pres

Sunday, Apr. 7 | 12:15 – 2:00 PM

Interested in joining FPC as a Covenant Partner (member)? There are two required classes offered each season. Spring 2024 includes DiscoverFPC! on April 7 (light lunch will be provided) and KnowFPC! on April 21. More information and registration at fpcsanantonio.org/register-discover-fpc. Contact Sheila Figueroa, 210-271-2717, sheilaf@fpcsat.org.

Apr. 12 - The Gray Havens Tour Concert at FPC

Friday, Apr. 12 | Doors Open 7:00 PM | Westminster Hall

Join us at FPC for The Gray Havens 10-Year Anniversary Tour sponsored by the International Justice Mission (www.ijm.org). Music starts at 7:30 PM. Visit bit.ly/gray-havens-fpcsatx24 for $30 advance tickets, $40 at the door. VIP packages available for purchase separately.

Apr. 13 - RSVP by 4/5 for Focus on Marriage Event

Saturday, Apr. 13 | 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM | Westminster Hall

Featuring guest speakers Kristen & Pete Hatton of Redemptive Parenting, get ready for encouragement and direction on how we do marriage as Christians today. Free event. Learn more and let us know you’re coming at fpcsanantonio.org/marriage. Email childcare@fpcsat.org to reserve free childcare.

Apr. 16 - Women of the Church Spring Ladies Night Out

Tuesday, Apr. 16 | 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM | Home of Sharon Seal, 134 Cave Ln., 78209

All FPC women are invited to fiesta with friends at the spring Women of the Church Ladies Night Out. Wear your favorite fiesta garb, grab a friend, and join us for a fun night of food and fellowship. Sign up online at fpcsanantonio.org/lno-rsvp or in Mauzé Lobby on Sundays. Contact Jill Peavy, 210-667-0525.

May 10 - FPC Children's Center Spring Fling Luau Fundraiser

Friday, May 10 | 6:30 PM | Magnolia Gardens

Join us for the FPC Children’s Center’s 7th Annual Spring Fling Luau. Enjoy a cash bar, auctions, and a delicious dinner. Sponsor a teacher’s training for $50 or purchase tickets at bit.ly/fpcc-spring-fling-24, $50/individual, $400/table. Get ready to have fun while supporting our preschool! Contact Midea Leija at mideam@fpcsat.org.

Aug. 23 - FPC Children's Center Golf Tournament Fundraiser

Friday, Aug. 23 | 7:45 AM – 2:30 PM | Olmos Basin Golf Course

Shotgun start at 8:30 AM. Registration is $250/individual, $1000/4-person team and includes burger lunch and prizes. Visit fpcsanantonio.org/fpcc-golf to register by the August 16 deadline and support scholarships and teacher continuing education. Contact Colby Prichard, forefpcc@fpcsat.org with questions.


Serve

Visit the Serve Hub for all Serving Opportunities at FPC and with Local and Global Missions.

FPC Missions Texting Group

Connect with FPC Missions

Text “Missions” to 210-981-3339 to receive updates about ongoing and upcoming opportunities to connect and serve with our FPC Mission Partners.

Summer 2024 Mission Trip Teams Forming

June trips to Uganda & Dominican Republic, as well as our July High School trip to Mexico, are building teams now. Summer Mission Mentorships also available. Visit fpcsanantonio.org/mission-trips for each Trip Leader’s contact information or contact Lindsay Selli at lindsays@fpcsat.org.

New! - Volunteer with Memorial Receptions

FPC is seeking volunteers to join the long-time ministry of hosting memorial receptions after funeral services of Covenant Partners (members). Join a team that offers support to those in grief and fellowship with fellow volunteers. Commitment is one month per year. Contact Shelley Bass at (210) 861-6996 or Nancy Scheifele at (210) 315-1618 with Women of the Church for more information.

Pray with the Ministers Sunday Mornings

Sign up to pray with the ministers ten minutes before each Traditional Service (9:20 AM and 10:50 AM)
in the Robing Room (227). A short prayer with the Pastors starts when all are present or the pastor gives the go-ahead.

SIGN-UP TO PRAY

Care

Let Us Pray for You

At the end of each Sunday worship service, a deacon and/or Prayer Ministry team member will be available for those seeking prayer.

Care and Concern - the Congregational Prayer List

To join the congregational care email list contact Lisa Snow, lisas@fpcsat.org or 210-226-0215. Care and Concern phone line: 210-222-CARE.

Mental Health Help & Hope

If you or a loved one are dealing with anxiety, depression, or other mental health issues, let our Mental Health Team walk with you: mentalhealth@fpcsat.org, 210-271-2708. In a Mental Health Crisis? Call or text 988 for the Suicide & Crisis Lifeline.


Grow

Sundays

Old Testament Overview Sunday School

Sundays | Jan. 7 – May 12 | 9:30 AM – 10:30 AM | Room 300

Take a journey with us through the Old Testament so that you can become more aware of God’s plan of redemption from Creation until the time of Christ.  We will be using the “CASKET EMPTY” curriculum.  Books and an Old Testament Timeline will be available for purchase for those who would like them. Led by Carrie Everson, email carriee@fpcsat.org for more information.

Sunday Morning Classes & Groups

Sunday AM

Weekdays

Pastor’s Bible Study Spring 2024: The Pen of the Pastor

Wednesday & Thursday Study in Covenant Hall
Wednesdays at 6:30 PM &
Thursdays at 9:30 AM

Join Rev. Dr. Bob Fuller for the Spring semester of Pastor’s Bible Study, exploring the pastoral role of the Apostle Paul and his impact on early Christian communities. Discover Paul’s minister’s heart, powerful doctrine, problematic teachings, personal reflections, practical advice, heartfelt prayers, and poetic affections in his New Testament letters. Attend in person or join us virtually via live stream through the FPC app or fpcsanantonio.org. Visit fpcsanantonio.org/pbs for weekly notes and discussion guides. For more info, contact Sheila Figueroa at 210-226-0215 or sheilaf@fpcsat.org.

Hollywood Park Area Bible Study and Fellowship

Starts Jan. 15 | 7:00 PM – 8:00 PM | Off Campus

Consider joining us on Monday nights in Hollywood Park for a time of Bible study and fellowship. Our first study will be the book of Jonah. We’ll explore God’s work in building His kingdom using this very short study. Contact: Ann Bunn, abunn811@gmail.com

Music with Families

Wednesdays | 5:15 PM – 5:45 PM | Room 139 | January 17 – April 24

Music class for parents & children 8 weeks – 3 years old. A light dinner will be served after class in the Nutrition Center with Children’s Choir. Register online at fpcsanantonio.org/music-families. Contact Rebecca Sweet, rebeccas@fpcsat.org.

Join a Women of the Church Circle/Group

September – May | Various times and locations

Circles are groups of church members and friends who meet monthly and share in Bible study, fellowship, service, and even knitting and book reviews! For the Spring Semester, many groups are studying the Digging Deeper Bible Study, written by our own Rev. Becky Prichard, which goes along with the Spring Sermon Series on Genesis.

Circle 8, for Mothers of Young Children, also gathers monthly for fun and fellowship – contact Susan DeKoch (susandekoch@gmail.com).  Contact Pat Brodeen at pat@brodeen.com or Sheila Figueroa at sheilaf@fpcsat.org for more Circle details. Visit fpcsanantonio.org/woc for more information about the Women of the Church ministry and their events and groups.

Join a Young Adult Gospel Community Group

Young Adult Communities – Gospel Community Groups

Ages 18-35 meet at least twice a month to help you grow. Sign up at fpcsanantonio.org/gcgroups. Contact Carrie Everson, 210-226-0215, carriee@fpcsat.org for more info.
Several Gospel Community groups are available for college-aged people meeting at various times, locations and dates.  Reach out to Ben Henderson, benh@fpcsat.org for information.


Give

Giving Options
Help Team World Vision Raise Funds for Clean Water

Team Running Training: October 30, 2023 – February 29, 2024 | Race Day: March 3, 2024

FPC’s Team World Vision for the Run the Alamo Marathon and Half Marathon are busy training and raising funds for clean water projects around the world. Donate at bit.ly/fpc-run-team.


Ongoing Announcements

Regular Church Office Hours

The Church Offices are available for business needs Mon. – Fri., 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM. The doors are locked. Please press the security doorbell at the entrance to be let in.

FPC3 - Coffee, Cookies, & Connection on Sunday Mornings
Fellowship together at FPC3 (Coffee, Cookies, & Connection), set up in the McCullough Room from 9:15 AM – 12:00 PM. From 10:30 AM – 11:00 AM is FPC3 30 Minutes, a special half-hour set apart for community.

Children's Choir Spring 2024

Wednesdays | 5:00 PM – 5:45 PM | Assembly Room | January 10 – May 8, 2024

Children ages 4 years – 5th grade are invited to join weekly choir rehearsals from 5:00 PM – 5:45 PM. Light dinner served from 5:45 PM – 6:30 PM in the Nutrition Center. Register online here. Contact Kathy Jamison at kathyj@fpcsat.org.

Young Adult Community Texting Group

Connect with YAC

Are you 18-35ish? Text “YAC” to 210-981-3339 to join the YAC texting group. This is the best way to stay up to date on all that is happening in our Young Adult Ministry.

FPC Children's Center Taking New Registrations

We are enrolling for our regular toddler and preschool (2.5 – 4 years of age) classrooms both part-time (2-, 3-, 5-day 8:30-2:30pm) and fulltime (M-F 7am-6pm). Contact Laura Ortiz at laurao@fpcsat.org, visit fpcsanantonio.org/childrens-center, or call (210) 225-0960. Get on the waitlist for other age classrooms by filling out the form at bit.ly/fpccc-waitlist-form.

Current FPC Job Openings

We are currently seeking full-time, part-time, and contract positions. Visit fpcsanantonio.org/jobs.

Check Out the FPC Library

Check Out the FPC Library!

The library is free to all Covenant Partners (kids & adults.) Volunteer in the library – contact Morgan Fuller at mw.fuller4@comcast.net.

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