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Welcome University Students!
The season of life college students find themselves in is confusing, high speed, and formative. While staying on top of classes, work, and friendships, students are also often trying to wrestle with various existential realities: what do I stand for? What do I care about? Where do I find meaning? What is truth? Do I have true intimacy, or do I long for more? What brings me the most peace and pleasure? What do I find beautiful? How does all this relate to life, love, happiness, career concerns, etc?
Where in the world does God fit in? Does He fit in? Or should He simply “fit in”?
At FPC, by means of a discipleship-based culture grounded in the love of Christ, we want to walk with you through the ups and downs of life. Our end goals are to bring glory to God, and to help people find the treasure we have found in Christ. We believe that through Christ alone salvation is attained, and abundant life is discovered.
Whether you’re a student that’s here in San Antonio, or you grew up at FPC and attend school somewhere else, or are a 18-22 or so year old member of the workforce/military, we want to help you grow in your walk with the Lord.
Text @oldadobecm to 81010 to join our Remind 101! Feel free to contact Ben Henderson, benh@fpcsat.org, at any time with questions. We look forward to talking to you soon!
Ben Henderson
Director of University Ministries
Raised at First Presbyterian Church from the age of 6, Ben always admired Jesus, but ended up making a decision for unyielding devotion and faithful surrender to Christ during his freshman year of college at Texas A&M University. During college, Ben became deeply enamored with the individual study of scripture, and learned the meaning of community through the Brothers Under Christ fraternity, the meaning of serving in a ministry context through Impact ministries, and eventually, living incarnationally and mission-minded in a non-Christian environment through the Corps of Cadets. While remaining steadfast and diligent to his studies, Ben noticed that he had little interest in class/homework, and simply wanted to spend his time mentoring younger cadets, sharing the gospel, leading bible studies, and diving into scripture. While never intending to go into full-time ministry, this heart posture made the transition into vocational ministry glorious, enjoyable, and natural. Ben’s heart is full right now. He finds leading college students towards Christ to be addicting, exhilarating, and supremely important. He is currently honing his craft by pursuing an MDiv at Covenant Theological Seminary. Ben also enjoys nature, horses, playing bluegrass music, reading, pickle-ball, and making memes. Praise King Jesus.
University Regular Schedule
Sunday College Breakfast Hour
Dates: April 7 & 21
Room: 310
Contact: Ben Henderson, 210-845-3845, benh@fpcsat.org
Description: Food as free as Jesus’ grace. Enjoy food and fellowship, and challenge your faith with other college students!
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University Ministry “Family Time”
Dates: Jan. 14 – Apr. 28 (not meeting 3/10 or 4/14)
Time: 7:00 PM – 8:30 PM
Contact: Ben Henderson, 210-845-3845, benh@fpcsat.org
Description: Diving into Scripture over dinner! Address available by contacting Ben
The Well
An exciting collaboration between First Pres and Trinity YL! Every Tuesday evening at 8:30 PM, come out to Trinity Campus for food, games, fellowship, worship, and a gospel message! Contact Benh@fpcsat.org for further details as the location can change from week to week!
University Gospel Community Groups
FPC has several gospel community groups for college-aged people meeting at various times, locations, and dates. Reach out to Ben Henderson, benh@fpcsat.org, if you’re interested!
Young Adult Community Monthly Gospel Community Gathering
Dates: March 18 & May 20
Time: 6:30 PM – 8:25 PM
Location: FPC Student Center (Downstairs)
Contact: Carrie Everson, carriee@fpcsat.org
Description: Monthly Young Adult Gathering for YA’s of all ages and stages. Dinner is served at 6:30 and program begins at 7 PM. Gathering will include teaching, food, fellowship, and fun! fpcsanantonio.org/gcgathering
Events
Sunday, April 14 | University Ministries Progressive Dinner
Time: 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM
Locations: TBD
Contact: Ben Henderson, 210-845-3845, benh@fpcsat.org
Description: Join other students for a fun evening as we move from house to house for dinner!
Wednesday, May 1 | University Ministries Pizza and Redbulls!
Time: 5:30 PM – 6:30 PM
Location: Trinity University Coates Library
Contact: Ben Henderson, 210-845-3845, benh@fpcsat.org
Description: Join us for an evening of pizza, Red Bulls, and fellowship with our university ministry!
Finals Week Cramma Jamma
FPC Student Center is open for extended hours for those needing a place to study. Stay tuned for dates and times as Finals Week approaches.
Young Adults / University Calendar
YAC LEAD / University Interns
Please be in prayer for these young men and women who have been transformed by the gospel so much so that they can’t help but share it with others! Please intercede for them for courage, continued faith, joy, protection, and fruitful ministry! Take some time to get to know them a little bit by reading these blurbs, or by stopping and giving them some warm encouragement on a Sunday morning!
YAC LAUNCH Intern Leader
Name: Benson Meadows
From: San Antonio, TX
Fun Fact: On any given Saturday, I am either golfing, duck hunting, or watching Aggie Football.
Favorite Bible Verse: Proverbs 3: 5-6
How I want to grow as a leader: As I pursue a career in medicine, I am eager to learn how I can be an effective leader as a physician. I want to identify the gifts God has equipped me with and learn how to utilize them in leadership roles. I also want to better understand the practice of servant leadership which Jesus describes in Mark 10:45. Finally, through mentorships, I hope to learn how to faithfully lead in the church and my community.
YAC LEAD / University Interns
Name: Gabby Adair
Hometown: Houston, TX
Fun Fact: I lived in Kyrgyzstan
Favorite Bible Verse: Romans 5:8
Favorite Bible Character: Paul
Name: Jordan Arce
Hometown: Thousand Oaks, CA
Fun Fact: A video of 8-year-old me playing softball has 5.1 million views
Favorite Bible Verse: Ephesians 2:8
Favorite Bible Character: Moses
Name: Angela Baltzel
Hometown: Antioch, CA
Fun Fact: I had open heart surgery at 9 months old
Favorite Bible Verse: John 13:7
Favorite Bible Character: John
Name: Noah Cunningham
Hometown: Houston, TX
Fun Fact: I lived in China for 13 years
Favorite Bible Verses: Romans 8:35-39
Favorite Bible Character: Gideon
Name: Michael Kerr
Hometown: Dallas, TX
Fun Fact: I can move my ears
Favorite Bible Verse: Mark 10:43
Favorite Bible Character: Jacob
Name: Syese Jackson
Hometown: San Antonio, TX
Fun Fact: I flew off my bike one time in front of all of my neighbors
Favorite Bible Verses: Matthew 6:33 & Daniel 3:18
Favorite Bible Characters: Shadrach, Meshach, & Abednego
Name: Jaden Powell
Hometown: Denton, TX
Fun Fact: I play football for Trinity University
Favorite Bible Verse: 1 Corinthians 10:31
Favorite Bible Character: Job
College Scholarships
College Scholarships for 2024-2025
Applications Due by March 1, 2024
Are you headed to or continuing college for the 2024-2025 school year? A resident of Texas? In need of financial assistance? Then you may qualify for a Campbell, Jones, or Holland scholarship. The deadline to apply will be in March 1, 2024. The guidelines for eligibility and the required document submission are noted on the Scholarship form. Please contact Marianne Ryan at marianner@fpcsat.org with questions or for more information.
2024-2025 Ida V. Holland Scholarship Application
2024-2025 Gust Jones and Robert Campbell Scholarship Application