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
Contact: Meg Culp, Clint Oncken
Calling all parents of young children: connect with us this Summer! We’re diving into a book on strengthening our marriages. Join us for meaningful discussions and fellowship. Come build community with others on the same journey.
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 | 9:15 AM - 10:30 AM | Covenant Hall (Room 315)
Bridges presents "The Chosen" | June 1- August 31
Bridges will begin a different kind of study of Jesus’s Ministry through viewing “The Chosen” episodes, followed by in-class small breakout groups discussing the Scriptures depicted in each episode. With the extended length of episodes, we will begin at 9:15 AM and go to 10:30 AM. Everyone is Welcome. As Jesus’s disciples encouraged others, “Come and See.” Contact Kay Minter.
Due to copyright, summer classes will not be available on the podcast. Enjoy listening to our previous studies!
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This season, our Bridges class is combined with a Christian History and Western Civilization course - occurring in the same room at the same time.
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.
Sundays | 8:30 AM | Room 301
Teacher: Chuck Bunn
Contact: Pat Brodeen
Dive into the gospel of Luke with us as we explore how Jesus trained His disciples. Each week, we’ll relate Jesus’ teachings to our lives today and share thoughts in engaging discussions. No homework, just thought-provoking questions to consider. All ages and experiences welcome. Let’s grow in faith together!
Sundays | 9:30 AM | Room 310
Leader: Gardner Peavy
Families with students from 6th grade to college, explore life’s joys and challenges with us. We discuss scriptures from worship, offering practical insights and spiritual growth. This is a space to share experiences and see how faith fits into daily life. Newcomers and returning families are warmly welcome! Connect with us for community and support.
Sundays | 8:30 AM | Room 300
June 1 - August 10 | Studying Psalms taught by Scott Palmer
Over the Course of 7 weeks, we will explore some of the best known and most influential Psalms. We will be studying their styles, themes and messages with a view to their place in the overarching story presented to us by the authors that composed and compiled the Psalter. This adult Sunday school is open to everyone. Come enrich your Sunday Mornings with us.
On Summer Break - will Resume Sunday, August 17
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.
Weekday Adult Classes, Studies, & Groups
Dates: Wednesdays, June 4 - July 30
Time: 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Location: McCullough Room
Join us for a transformative course focused on developing mature, loving relationships, based on Pete Scazzero’s “Emotionally Healthy Relationships.” Led by Chris and Kathy Scruggs, this class includes practical steps to enrich your connections with others and with Jesus. Each session begins with a shared meal, followed by Pete’s insightful videos and small group discussions. A $5 fee covers the class, dinner, and childcare. A workbook and devotion book are needed for the course; purchase through the church for $15, or obtain them independently.
Wednesdays, September 3 - November 12 | 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM | FPC Student Center
Join the Alpha Course at FPC This Fall!
Explore life's big questions with us at the Alpha Course. This engaging program offers a welcoming space for open discussions about faith and important life topics. Each session includes dinner and meaningful small group conversations. We encourage you to invite a friend to join this transformative journey. Free childcare is available when you register. For full details and to sign up, check out our information page. We look forward to sharing this experience with you!