# LLMs-Full.txt - Full Content for Project Pages # Generated on: 2026-09-08T08:59:46.983Z # Total pages: 19 --- ## URL: https://www.fbcporta.com/our-vision ### Title: Our Vision ### Page ID: 6691778 ### Content: Through God ’s grace and provision, we aspire for our church to be a light (a witness) for Christ in the community of Port Aransas. (Acts 2)  We aspire to see believers in our congregation mature in Christ. We aspire to have an abundance of resources to optimally minister to all ages, Christian maturity levels, and to meet the unique needs of people in a growing coastal resort area.  - To be known for our generosity to those in need, especially fellow brothers and sisters in Christ. - To be known for our love for each other and for the lost in our community. - To be known as welcoming for anyone that is seeking God’s truth. - To “have favor” in our community because of the life changing impact of the Gospel on the hearts and lives of people. - That God will consistently add saints and new believers to our congregation as the Port Aransas community witnesses what the Father God has done in our lives and church. - Individuals in our congregation know our Savior intimately and live in obedience to Him as a response to who He is and all that He has done for each of us. - Believers in our congregation are “consistently devoted” to studying God’s Word, prayer, fellowship, and the Lord’s Supper. (Acts 2:42) - Our individual and corporate praise worship be genuine expressions of our awe and gratitude for who our Savior is. - Believers in our body intentionally develop relationships and seek Spirit led opportunities to share their testimony and the gospel of Christ with associates in the community. - Believers in our body demonstrate the love of Christ to others (I Cor. 13) and live differently than the world. (Romans 12:2) - Believers attending our church identify and utilize their spiritual gifts to minister to each other and the community. - Believers in our body give to God’s work from their finances generously and sacrificially, as directed by Scripture with guidance from the Holy Spirit. - An abundance of well-trained ministry leaders who are mature in Christ and Biblically knowledgeable. - An adequate number of individuals who meet Biblical qualifications for serving in leadership positions over our church. - Adequate infrastructure and funding to optimally spread the gospel to our community and surrounding areas in order to accommodate expected population growth in our area. - Additional resources to expand support of select international missions. - Multiple corporate services to meet growth needs, including a service to accommodate the schedules of weekend resort workers. --- ## URL: https://www.fbcporta.com/blog ### Title: Blog ### Page ID: 6691765 ### Content: Let no one despise you for your youth, but set the believers an example in speech, in conduct, in love, in faith, in purity. Let the children come to me; do not hinder them, for to such belongs the kingdom of God. --- ## URL: https://www.fbcporta.com/protected-collection-item ### Title: Protected Page ### Page ID: 6691770 ### Content: In order to view the page, please enter the password below: Let no one despise you for your youth, but set the believers an example in speech, in conduct, in love, in faith, in purity. Let the children come to me; do not hinder them, for to such belongs the kingdom of God. --- ## URL: https://www.fbcporta.com/reset-password-page ### Title: Reset password page ### Page ID: 6691771 ### Content: Let no one despise you for your youth, but set the believers an example in speech, in conduct, in love, in faith, in purity. Let the children come to me; do not hinder them, for to such belongs the kingdom of God. --- ## URL: https://www.fbcporta.com/home ### Title: Home ### Page ID: 6691772 ### Content: ~Please come as you are! We mean it! We are casual and "island-y", and we want everyone to feel comfortable. ~We generally offer water and coffee as you are warmly greeted when walking through our front doors. ~Restrooms with diaper-changing stations are available to your right as you walk in. ~We have a child check-in station in the foyer, if you choose to use our nursery or children's church services. Your children are also welcome to stay for our full services. We provide coloring pages and bags at our front desk if you need a little extra "help" during the sermon. ~Our services last approximately one hour, which includes a greeting, updates on our opportunities, singing, messages of Jesus, and prayer time. ~We do not pass a collection plate. We have other means of accepting financial contributions, if you so choose. Giving is NEVER pressured. Prayer over your gifts and abilities is ALWAYS encouraged. --- ## URL: https://www.fbcporta.com/our-core-values ### Title: Our Core Values ### Page ID: 6691779 ### Content: **We believe** that God never lies. (Titus 1:2) We believe that the Bible is God’s inspired Word. God’s Word is without error. All scripture is “profitable for teaching, for reproof, for correction, and for training in righteousness.” (2 Timothy 3:16-17) We believe that God’s Word stands over any of man’s “common sense” or worldly “wisdom.” (Proverbs 21:30; 1 Cor. 3:19 & 20) These truths dictate all other core values of our church that are stated below. **We believe** that salvation is through Christ alone. We are all sinners. (Rom 3:23) Sin separates us from God, because He is perfectly righteous. (Romans 6:23) Jesus Christ died on the cross to atone for our sins (Romans 5:8, 1 Peter 3:18) and then literally rose from the dead three days later. We cannot do anything to atone for our sins, nothing. (Ephesians 2: 8&9; Titus 3:5) We must make a personal decision to believe in Christ and the sacrifice He made for us on the cross. (John 3:16; Acts 16:30&31; Romans 10: 9) When we do, God forgives us of our sins, past and future. (Col. 2: 13-14) We then become his children. (Romans 8:15; John 1:12) At the moment we accept Christ as our Lord and Savior, the Holy Spirit come to live inside us. (Acts 2:38, 1 Cor. 3:16 & 6:19) The Holy Spirit convicts us of sin in our lives, reveals God and His will to us, and enables us to live in obedience to our Father. (Ephesians 3:16-19, 1 Cor. 2:9-13, Romans 8:14 & 26, John 14:26, John 16:5-15) True believers have assurance of living with Him for eternity in heaven- nothing, at all, can change that or “separate us from the love of God.” (Romans 8:38-39) **We believe** in a literal heaven and hell and a final judgment of unbelievers at the Great White Throne. (Revelation 4 and 20:11-15) **We believe** in the triune God: God the Father, God the Son (Jesus Christ), and God the Holy Spirit. (Matthew 28:19; 2 Cor. 13:14; I Tim. 3:16) **We believe** that all believers in Christ should mature in their relationship with Him through devotion to Scripture, prayer, and fellowship with other believers. Their lives should demonstrate this maturity by bearing fruit in Christ through the enablement of the Holy Spirit, especially in Christ like love for others (1 Cor. 13:4-8, 13; John 13:34-35). Believers have been granted divine power for everything they need pertaining to living a godly life. (2 Peter 1:3) **We believe** God has given each believer spiritual gifts to be used to minister to others. (I Cor. 12) **We believe** that the local church’s primary purpose is to spread the gospel and equip believers to mature in their walk with our Savior. (Matthew 28:19&20) **We believe** in the New Testament’s leadership structure for the church, including Elders. We also believe that leaders in our church should meet Biblical qualifications, be mature believers led by the Holy Spirit, and have a genuine heart for the well-being of believers in our local church, as well as for reaching the lost. (Titus 1: 5-9; 1 Peter 5: 1-3) **We believe** in corporate worship services. We also believe in the importance of small group Bible study, prayer, and fellowship. (Hebrews 10:24-25; Acts 2:46-47; Proverbs 27:17) **We believe** in the Biblical commands of Jesus for believers and the New Testament church. Believers are to take the Lord’s Supper to remember Christ’s amazing sacrifice for us. (I Cor. 11:24-26; Matthew 26: 26-29) New believers are to publicly profess their faith in Christ through baptism. (Romans 6:3-6; Acts 2:41) **We believe** that believers should give financially to God’s work, including to their local church. Giving should not be out of compulsion or to impress men. In fact, giving to God’s work should be prayerfully disciplined (prayerfully planned). Giving should be out of gratitude to our Savior and Father. It should be generous and even sacrificial. (2 Cor. 9:7; Matthew 6:2-4; Luke 6:38) **We believe** in the sanctity of the Biblical family structure. Marriage is between a man and a woman. (Matthew 19:4-6) **We believe** in the sanctity of life, starting at conception. (Psalm 139:13-16) **We believe** in a literal creation. “In the beginning, God created the Heavens and the earth”. We believe that God spoke all living creation into existence (Genesis 1 and 2, Hebrews 11:3) --- ## URL: https://www.fbcporta.com/staff ### Title: Staff ### Page ID: 6691781 ### Content: William grew up just outside of Waco, where he met his wife of over 27 years, Lisa. God has blessed them with 3 wonderful kids: Daniel, Hannah, and Philip. After graduating with his Bachelor's in Music Education from the University of North Texas, he went to and graduated from Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary with a Master's in Religious Education. Since the age of 19, he has served in various ministry roles and has been blessed to be a part of some wonderful churches.  On Father's Day of 2005, he and his family joined FBC Port A where the Lord called him to serve as Pastor. It is here at FBC Port A that God has allowed them to be a part of a dynamic church that wants to impact its community and the world. "We are not a perfect church, nor do we pretend to be one...but we worship a perfectly Real God who helps us in the real world."  Thomas has been working in recovery ministry in some capacity since 2010 and has lived in Port Aransas with his wife Jackie and youngest daughter Ashlyn since 2015. Thomas is dedicated to reaching and teaching the youth of our community with the truth and boldness of the gospel. He is passionate about making disciples and encouraging them to walk in their individual gifts that have been given to them by God through the Spirit in order to encourage diversity and equip the body. Thomas also uses his love and gift of music and music leadership to edify and support the church, not only on Sunday mornings but wherever the Lord allows. Thomas sees how all of these passions and desires work together to do one thing - bring glory to God by making disciples for His kingdom. Alison and TJ found themselves coming through our church doors back in 2021.  After walking faithfully through the STEPS ministry, they both made a radical life dedication to serving the Lord. Soon after, Alison and her husband, TJ, welcomed their son, Josiah, into the family. Then Alison joined the FBCPA staff as the administrative assistant in July of 2024. Their family is involved in the music portion of ministry, serves in the children's ministry, and is very involved with the youth ministry. Both she and TJ are quick to answer whatever call is placed on them and are faithful to walk alongside anyone that the Lord asks them to disciple. \*Married 43 years; 2 daughters, 1 son, 4 grandchildren; 14+ years in PA; Retired after 28 years with Johnson and Johnson; Hobby: inshore and offshore fishing \*Men’s Small Group: passion to see men grow in their walk with our Savior- to be transformed by Christ as we take to heart who we are in Christ \*Small Group Facilitator: facilitate FBCPA’s small groups where we walk along side of each other to grow in our love for Christ and each other \*Elder: passion to see Jesus’ local church (FBCPA) proclaim the Gospel and make disciples The Garretts moved to Port Aransas in 2013. James is an employee of the local school district. His wife, Eleah, works in the area also. They have two boys that help serve along side them. The family has helped lead in music worship for the majority of their time here. They have hosted a small group in their home for the past 5 years and consider each person that enters a part of their family. James has a passion for leadership and a gift from the Lord in that area. Steve and his wife, Erin, have been a part of this church family for 15 year. They have 3 children in their busy world; Chelsea, Ryan, and Bella. Elizabeth and Terry have been long-time members of FBC Port A and Elizabeth has been leading our Tidal Wave Kids for more than 4 years.  Elizabeth has a background in teaching and does an amazing job with our Children's Ministry.  Please contact the church office for any questions and/or information regarding our Children's Ministries. We meet after church from 10:45-12:15 in the Women’s small group room. We are currently studying "Radical Acts". This group is a great group of women who care for each other, and pray for each other.   We meet from 6-7:30 p.m. We meet at different member’s homes, and share some snacks together. Then we have a worship time, where we sing Christian songs with You Tube. We are currently studying "Daniel". We also have an extended time of sharing and prayer at the end. These women have a love and genuine care for each other. I have been married almost 43 years, have 3 married children, 4 grandchildren, and we have lived in Port A for 14 years. I love the beach, swimming, reading, gardening, studying God’s Word, and teaching Bible studies. I work as a real estate agent. Mark & Karen have been married 33 years next February. We have 3 children and 6 grandchildren. They live in Colorado, Arizona and North Texas. We have lived in Port Aransas since Jan. 2017 and attended FBC full time since then. We cook for Tidal Wave Kids on Wednesday nights and have an open home Bible Study on Monday nights at our home.   Let no one despise you for your youth, but set the believers an example in speech, in conduct, in love, in faith, in purity. Let the children come to me; do not hinder them, for to such belongs the kingdom of God. --- ## URL: https://www.fbcporta.com/benevolence ### Title: Benevolence ### Page ID: 6691786 ### Content: Through God ’s grace and provision, we aspire for our Church to be a light (a witness) for Christ in the community of Port Aransas. Financial assistance is intended to be a one-time gift. All funds will be disbursed directly to the party or entity to whom the payment is due. Recipients should show a desire to become financially independent, faithful stewards and be taking steps toward that end. Recipients will be required to meet with one of our volunteers before receiving financial assistance. If you desire financial assistance, please click this link [*here*](https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSd8XgRykFGq-ZXk17pfDv-qMyeEe7VLuoKQQf1DQYX65dt4cQ/viewform?usp=sf_link)**,** fill out the online form, and a member of our ministry team will reach out to you as soon as possible. If the Lord is leading you to give to our Benevolence Fund to help our locals, please click the link below and indicate the Designated Benevolence Fund: --- ## URL: https://www.fbcporta.com/camp-zephyr ### Title: Camp Zephyr ### Page ID: 6691788 ### Content: ***No Student Camp This Year - 2026*** --- --- --- --- ***No Kids Camp This Year - 2026*** --- --- --- --- --- ## URL: https://www.fbcporta.com/adults ### Title: Adults ### Page ID: 6691789 ### Content: Our small groups are the lifeline of our church family! We want you to 'do life' with us, so we offer a variety of days and times to meet. And He gave the apostles, the prophets, the evangelists, the shepherds, and teachers, to equip the saits for the work of ministry, for building up the body of Christ until we all attain to the unity of the faith and of the knowledge of the Son of God... All authority in heaven and on earth has been given to me. Go therefore and make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit, teaching them to observe all that I have commanded you. And behold, I am with you always, to the end of the age. Once a year, we offer a 13-WEEK intensive bible study, that seeks to equip the saints to do the work of ministry...making disciples who make disciples. For more information about this ministry please reach out to Associate Pastor, Thomas Wooldridge. --- ## URL: https://www.fbcporta.com/salt-light-youth-community ### Title: Salt & Light Youth Community ### Page ID: 6691791 ### Content: The thief comes only to steal and kill and destroy. I came that they may have life and have it abundantly. I am the good shepherd. The good shepherd lays down his life for the sheep. *Join us in praying for a movement of Christ-centered discipleship.*  Where? First Baptist Church Port Aransas Youth Room Why? First and foremost, FBCPA strives to see the hearts of Gods youth captivated by the beauty of the gospel of His son, Jesus Christ. FBCPA desires to cultivate a family style community, where students know they're loved, cared for and can have a lot of fun. We also function as Gods family, in that, we allow students to come as they are, to be honest about their struggles, but to be led by the Holy Spirit to rest in the finished work of Jesus.   The gospel is the good news of God’s grace entering into the sinful darkness of this world. It is the story of creation, sin, salvation, and heaven. The main character in the story of God is His one and only son, Jesus Christ. God has saved His people from the darkness of this world through the life, death, resurrection, and ascension of Jesus Christ, and He has given us new life by the power of the Holy Spirit.   Christ’s death on the cross is the center of the gospel.  Jesus’ resurrection from the dead is the power of the gospel.  Jesus’ ascension into heaven and the coming of the Holy Spirit is the glory of the gospel. --- ## URL: https://www.fbcporta.com/children ### Title: Children ### Page ID: 6691792 ### Content: Let no one despise you for your youth, but set the believers an example in speech, in conduct, in love, in faith, in purity. Let the children come to me; do not hinder them, for to such belongs the kingdom of God. You are more than welcome to keep your child with you through our Sunday service. We have coloring pages and tools in the foyer if you need some extra help to occupy them. We also provide a "cry room" off the left side of the foyer if you need to have a quieter place to take care of your child. If it's your first time here, someone from our Welcoming Team will gather some basic information about your family (name, phone number, allergies, etc.) You and your child will each be given matching code badges. One badge will stay on your child, and be sure you keep the other one somewhere safe...you'll need it when picking up your child after any service! If there is any need for your help during a service, the phone number given at check-in will be texted. When the service is over, you will return to your child's classroom and show the Children's Team member the parent badge you received at check-in. They will verify that the badge codes match, and then release your child back into your care. TWK is our Wednesday ministry for kids between 1st - 5th grade Wednesday evenings from 6:00 - 7:30 PM...following the PAISD school calendar. Join us for Songs, Bible Story, Recreation, and Supper! The nursery is a fun and safe place for our children (ages 0 through 4 years old) to learn and play under the supervision of our caring Nursery Team! On Sunday mornings, Pre-K through 3rd Grade students can join our Children's Church Team for a fun, age-appropriate curriculum that gives them the opportunity to know Jesus and make new friends! Kids will start the service in the Worship Center with their parents, and will be released to their classroom in the Fellowship Hall after the music is finished. Please register your child in through our safety check-in system when you enter the foyer. We take our children's safety very seriously. We require that everyone involved with our children's ministries have a background check completed. If you are a new candidate that has never logged into the Oxford system: If you are a returning candidate that has previously logged into the Oxford system: 1. Navigate to [Oxfords Website](https://oxfordportal.com/) (Click on the words "Oxford Website" to be directed to their site) 2. Click "New here? Click here to register!", select "Candidate" and "Go to Registration." 3. Fill in your name, email, as well as the Client Number/Abbreviation and Position Code 1. Log in at [Oxfords Portal](https://oxfordportal.com/) by selecting "Candidate" and entering your email address used for a previous search with Oxford. (Click on the words "Oxfords Portal" to be directed to Oxfords Portal page) 2. Click "New here? Once logged in, click "New Order" in the top right corner and enter the Client Number/Abbreviation and the Position Code. 3. Fill in your name, email, as well as the Client Number/Abbreviation and Position Code --- ## URL: https://www.fbcporta.com/missions ### Title: Missions ### Page ID: 6691794 ### Content: At FBC Port Aransas, we have a mission team that is made up of several dedicated members of our church family that meet and pray about where, how, and when our local body can be the hands and feet of Jesus. We believe that the calling of the Lord to "go" is a very real and very personal directive. Our church body participates in local, close-reaching opportunities, as well as global, far-reaching openings through collaborations all around the world. If you are interested in participating with us in our mission partnerships, please contact our church office. If you wish to financially support any of our partners, please click the GIVING link and indicate a Designated Gift to "Missions". [\>Chase Denton - Campus Outreach Ministries - Lusaka](https://www.campusoutreach.org/) --- ## URL: https://www.fbcporta.com/prayer ### Title: Prayer ### Page ID: 6691795 ### Content: Do not be anxious about anything, but in everything by prayer and supplication with thanksgiving let your requests be made known to God. Therefore, confess your sins to one another and pray for one another, that you may be healed. The prayer of a righteous person has great power as it is working. We take your prayer requests very seriously and will treat them as the personal and precious things that they are. Our prayer team will receive your requests and take them to our Heavely Father. If you have any desire for us to reach back out to you or follow-up with you, please leave us your contact info on your email. --- ## URL: https://www.fbcporta.com/sermon-video ### Title: Sermon Video ### Page ID: 6691797 ### Content: #### pt. 4 The Redeemer Who Would Not Refuse ###### Date: Jul 19, 2026 #### pt. 3 The Next Right Step ###### Date: Jul 12, 2026 #### pt. 2 Refuge in the Field ###### Date: Jul 05, 2026 #### pt. 1 Faithfulness When Faith Is Hard ###### Date: Jun 28, 2026 #### pt. 48 The Spirit is Still Moving ###### Date: Jun 21, 2026 #### pt. 47 The Gospel Unhindered ###### Date: Jun 14, 2026 #### pt. 46 God of the Storm ###### Date: May 31, 2026 #### Jana Pinson - Pregnancy Resource Center ###### Date: May 24, 2026 #### pt. 45 The King on Trial...or The Trial of a King ###### Date: May 17, 2026 **Click on the video below to watch the most recent message, or browse our archive of past sermons.** --- ## URL: https://www.fbcporta.com/sermon-audio ### Title: Sermon Audio ### Page ID: 6691798 ### Content: #### A Real, Risky Jesus ###### Date: Aug 30, 2026 #### pt. 5 The Story Continues...and Ends ###### Date: Aug 23, 2026 #### pt. 3 A People, A Problem, and a Promise ###### Date: Aug 09, 2026 #### pt. 2 Breaking Bad ###### Date: Aug 02, 2026 #### pt. 1 The Story Begins ###### Date: Jul 26, 2026 #### pt. 4 The Redeemer Who Would Not Refuse ###### Date: Jul 19, 2026 #### pt. 3 The Next Right Step ###### Date: Jul 12, 2026 #### pt. 2 Refuge in the Field ###### Date: Jul 05, 2026 #### pt. 1 Faithfulness When Faith Is Hard ###### Date: Jun 28, 2026 Click below to listen to a recent sermon (audio only). --- ## URL: https://www.fbcporta.com/give ### Title: Give ### Page ID: 6691800 ### Content: ***"Each one must give as he has decided in his heart, not reluctantly or under compulsion, for God loves a cheerful giver."*** ***\- 2 Corinthians 9:7*** Everything we have...our gifts, our talents, our possessions, our finances, etc...ALL belong to the Lord. Please ask Him what and how He would like you to give. Only after this, we offer you a variety of ways to give: Offering boxes located at the back of the sanctuary Use the link below to give online through our secure website Your giving statements are accessed through your Amplify profile or by emailing our church office. --- ## URL: https://www.fbcporta.com/monthly-appreciation-calendar ### Title: Monthly Appreciation Calendar ### Page ID: 7045216 ### Content: Now I urge you, brothers - you know that the household of Stephanas were the first converts in Achaia, and that they have devoted themselves to the service of the saints - be subject to such as these, and to every fellow worker and laborer. I rejoice at the coming of Stephanas and Fortunatus and Achaicus, because they have made up for your absence, for they refreshed my spirit as well as yours. Give reconition to such people. --- ## URL: https://www.fbcporta.com/events ### Title: Events ### Page ID: 8278825 ### Content: Let no one despise you for your youth, but set the believers an example in speech, in conduct, in love, in faith, in purity. Let the children come to me; do not hinder them, for to such belongs the kingdom of God.