Friendship will recognize high school and college graduates during the 10:30am worship service on June 8, 2025. Graduates participating in this service must complete the registration form below by May 18 to ensure that their accomplishments are recognized. Participating graduates must be members of Friendship.

All Applicants:

 ● Must be an active member in good standing at Friendship Baptist Church of The Colony for a minimum of one year.

● Must be a credentialed/certified teacher in the state of Texas. 

● Must have signed a contract to teach for the upcoming school year. 

● Must teach in elementary or secondary school.

Policies and Procedures:

● Late applications WILL NOT be accepted. 

● Application deadline is May 11th. 

● The scholarship applications and supporting documents (teaching certificate, signed contract) should be submitted to the Scholarship Ministry and not to a member of the Wallace Family.

● Email completed application with attached documents to scholarship@fbc-tc.org or submit application to one of the servant leaders. 

● The Scholarship Ministry will confirm completeness of applications then forward to the Wallace Family for the selection process. 

● Recipients will be announced by the Wallace Family on Senior Salute Sunday, June 8th.

Scholarship Eligibility Requirements

All applicants must:
● Be a member of Friendship Baptist Church of The Colony
● Be a Graduating High School Student with a Grade Point Average of 3.5 or above
● Be an active member of one or more ministries at FBCTC 

 ● Be planning to attend a college/university to major in a STEM Program

Applicant Requirements
 ● Applicants must submit a copy of acceptance letter from the higher education institution or vocational school they plan to attend after graduating high school. NOTE: If an applicant has not received official notification prior to submitting the application, he/she MUST send acceptance documentation to Scholarship@fbc-tc.org by May 5 to receive any awarded funds.
 ● Applicants must submit at least one letter of recommendation from someone familiar with the applicant's character, service, and achievements. (e.g., coach, high school teacher, or employer).
  ● Applicants must submit at least one letter of recommendation from someone familiar with the applicant's ministry involvement. (e.g., Sunday School Teacher, Pastor, Youth Minister, Deacon, Ministry Leader).
  ● Applicants must write an essay that does not include the applicant's name (or any family member's name) or any personal identifiable information. The essay must be 500-700 words describing how being a member of FBCTC has enhanced your Christian experience. Include how this experience has impacted your everyday life during high school. In addition, please describe your educational and career goals beyond high school. 

Policies and Procedures
 ● Late applications WILL NOT be accepted.
 ● Application deadline is on or before May 5, 2025
 ● The FBCTC Scholarship Ministry will verify each scholarship applicant's eligibility and scholarships will be awarded annually based on availability of funds.
 ● Award letters will be emailed/mailed by the last week of June.
 ● Recipients will be announced and awarded at the Senior Recognition event on June 8, 2025.
 ● Recipients should submit proof of enrollment (class schedule) to the Scholarship Ministry by August 1, 2025.

 

Scholarship Eligibility Requirements

All applicants must:
● Be a member of Friendship Baptist Church of The Colony
● Be a Graduating High School Student with a Grade Point Average of 3.0 or above
● Be an active member of one or more ministries at FBCTC 

Applicant Requirements
● Applicants must submit a copy of acceptance letter from the higher education institution or vocational school they plan to attend after graduating high school. NOTE: If an applicant has not received official notification prior to submitting the application, he/she MUST send acceptance documentation to Scholarship@fbc-tc.org by May 5 to receive any awarded funds.
● Applicants must submit at least one letter of recommendation from someone familiar with the applicant's character, service, and achievements. (e.g., coach, high school teacher, or employer).
 ● Applicants must submit at least one letter of recommendation from someone familiar with the applicant's ministry involvement. (e.g., Sunday School Teacher, Pastor, Youth Minister, Deacon, Ministry Leader).
 ● Applicants must write an essay that does not include the applicant's name (or any family member's name) or any personal identifiable information. The essay must be 500-700 words describing how being a member of FBCTC has enhanced your Christian experience. Include how this experience has impacted your everyday life during high school. In addition, please describe your educational and career goals beyond high school.
 

Policies and Procedures 

 ● Late applications WILL NOT be accepted.
● Application deadline is on or before May 5, 2025
● The FBCTC Scholarship Ministry will verify each scholarship applicant's eligibility and scholarships will be awarded annually based on availability of funds.
● Award letters will be emailed/mailed by the last week of June.
● Recipients will be announced and awarded at the Senior Recognition event on June 8, 2025.
● Recipients should submit proof of enrollment (class schedule) to the Scholarship Ministry by August 1, 2025.

 

All Applicants:

● Must be a member of Friendship Baptist Church of The Colony

● Must be a graduating high school student or college senior

● Must be planning to attend a higher education school OR pursue a graduate degree in Special Education in Fall  2025. This may also include current educators and individuals at FBCTC with an undergraduate degree who have the heart and desire to pursue an advanced degree in special education to impact the lives of students with special needs.

● Must be an active member of at least ONE Youth Ministry at FBCTC

● Must be pursuing a degree in Special Education

● Must exhibit a positive character, great morals and ethics

● Must be able to provide proof of working with or helping others that have disabilities.

Application Requirements:

● Applicants must submit a copy of their acceptance letter from the higher education institution or vocational school they plan to attend after graduating high school.

● If you have not received notification before you submit the application, YOU MUST send your acceptance documentation to scholarship@fbc-tc.org by May 5, 2025 to be awarded any scholarship.

● Applicants must submit at least two letters of recommendation from someone familiar with the applicant's character, service, and achievements. (e.g., coach, high school teacher, or employer). This letter of recommendation must provide specific details/evidence of kindness and inclusion for all demonstrated by the applicant. Family and friends are excluded from providing this letter.

● Applicants must submit at least one letter of recommendation from someone familiar with the applicant's youth ministry involvement. (e.g., Sunday School Teacher, Pastor, Youth Minister, Deacon, Ministry Leader). This letter of recommendation must provide specific details/evidence of kindness and inclusion demonstrated by the applicant.

● Attend an in-person or virtual interview with the A.C.T.S. ministry.

● Applicants must write an essay of 300-500 words addressing the following:

o What is your relationship with Christ

o Do you encourage your family and friends to have a heart of inclusion? If so, explain how. Provide specific examples.

o How has God led you to your desire to help and work with people who are different (special needs) Policies and Procedures:

● Late applications WILL NOT be accepted.

● Application deadline is May 5, 2025.

The scholarship applications and supporting documents should be submitted to the Scholarship Ministry and not to a member of the A.C.T.S. ministry.

● The Scholarship Ministry will confirm completeness of applications then forward to A.C.T.S. ministry for the selection process.

● One $1,000 scholarship will be awarded.

● Recipients will be announced at the Senior Salute Sunday event on June 8th.

● Recipients must provide an official Proof of College Registration document from the Registrar’s

office. The document must be on the university letterhead.

● After the official Proof of College Registration document is received, the A.C.T.S. ministry will provide the check to the scholarship ministry; the check will be made out to the individual to use for any college preparation needs. It will be the responsibility of the recipient to make arrangements to obtain the scholarship check.

Deacon Peterson was a husband, father, son, brother, uncle, cousin, and a friend to many. He had a passion for the LORD and the work of His Kingdom. He served faithfully wherever and whenever necessary. He was a man of integrity and strong work ethic. Deacon Peterson could be found serving the LORD, providing for his family, or watching TV.

Deacon J.J. Peterson Memorial Scholarship Eligibility Requirements

All applicants must:  

•  Be a member of Friendship Baptist Church of The Colony
• Be a Graduating High School Student
• Be an active member of at least ONE Youth Ministry at FBCTC.

 Application Requirements

• Applicants must submit copy of acceptance letter from the higher education institution they plan to attend, after graduating high school.
• Applicants must submit at least one letter of recommendation from someone familiar with the applicant's, character, service, and achievements. (for example: Coach, High School Teacher, or Employer)
• Applicants must submit at least one letter of recommendation from someone familiar with the applicant's youth ministry involvement. (for example: Sunday School Teacher, Pastor, Youth Minister, Deacon, Ministry Leader).
• Applicants must write an essay (including at least one paragraph covering each of the areas below. The essay CANNOT include the applicant's name or any personal identifiable information.

          1. My Personal Relationship with Jesus (Who is Jesus to you? What role does He play in your life?)

         2. Integrity (What is your definition of integrity? Do you consider yourself to be a person of integrity; and    would you say integrity is as important today as it was when your parents were growing up? Why or why not?)

        3. Gratitude  (When/how do you show gratitude… first, to God; then to others?)

        4. In summary, how do these three areas relate to you?

Policies and Procedures
 

• Late applications WILL NOT be accepted!!
• Application deadline is on or before May 5, 2025
• The Scholarship Ministry will review the applications for completion and turn them over to Sis. Cynthia Peterson for the selection process. 
• Award letters will be emailed/mailed by the last week of June.  
• Recipients will be announced and awarded at the Senior Salute on June 8, 2025.
• Recipients must return their acceptance form, along with proof of enrollment (class schedule) no later than August 1, 2025.
• Funds will be sent directly to the college or university.

Scholarship Eligibility Requirements

All applicants must:   

 

• Be a member of Friendship Baptist Church of The Colony

• Be a Graduating High School Student

• Have at least a 3.5 GPA

• Be an active member of at least ONE Youth Ministry at FBCTC.

• Be pursuing a major focused in science

• Be attending a four-year university

• Exhibit a strong academic record and leadership qualities in school, the community, and the church

Application Requirements

 

• Applicants must submit copy of acceptance letter from the higher education institution they plan to attend, after graduating high school. ** NOTE: If you haven't received notification before you submit the application, YOU MUST send your acceptance documentation to Scholarship@fbc-tc.org by May 5 to receive any awarded funds!

• Applicants must submit at least one letter of recommendation from someone familiar with the applicant's, character, service, and achievements. (for example: Coach, High School Teacher, or Employer)

• Applicants must submit at least one letter of recommendation from someone familiar with the applicant's youth ministry involvement. (for example: Sunday School Teacher, Pastor, Youth Minister, Deacon, Ministry Leader).

• Applicants must write an essay that CANNOT include the applicant's name (or any family member's name) or any personal identifiable information. The essay must be 500-700 words and describe how being a member of FBCTC has enhanced your Christian experience. Include how this experience has impacted your everyday life during high school. In addition, please describe your educational and career goals beyond high school. 

Policies and Procedures

 

• Late applications WILL NOT be accepted!!
• Application deadline is on or before May 5, 2025.
• The Peterson family will review applications and make the selection based on the criteria. Scholarship will be awarded annually based on availability of funds.
• One $1,000 scholarship award will be granted.
• Recipients will be announced and awarded at the Senior Salute event on June 8, 2025.
• Recipients must return their acceptance form, along with proof of enrollment (class schedule) no later than August 1, 2025.

Joan Elaine Bell Memorial Scholarship Eligibility Requirements



 All applicants must:   





 

• Must be a member of Friendship Baptist Church of The Colony

• Must be a Graduating High School Student

• Have at least a      2.75 GPA

• Must be an active member of at least ONE Youth Ministry at FBCTC.

Application Requirements





 

• Applicants must submit a copy of acceptance letter from the higher education institution they plan to attend, after graduating high school. NOTE: If you haven't received notification before you submit the application, YOU MUST send your acceptance documentation to Scholarship@fbc-tc.org by May 5 to receive any awarded funds!

• Applicants must submit at least one letter of recommendation from someone familiar with the applicant's, character, service, and achievements. ( for example: Coach, High School Teacher, or Employer)

• Applicants must submit at least one letter of recommendation from someone familiar with the applicant's youth ministry involvement. ( for example: Sunday School Teacher, Pastor, Youth Minister, Deacon, Ministry Leader).

• Applicants must write an essay that CANNOT include the applicant's name (or any family member's name) or any personal identifiable information. The essay must be 500-700 words and address the following:

            -How has your experience at FBCTC influenced your life?

              -How will you fulfill your destiny as a christian?

              -How have you volunteered in your community to make the world a              

               better place?

              -How will you use your degree to excel in the "real world"?

              -How do you see your aspirations influencing your future pursuits?

Policies and Procedures





 

• Submission deadline is May 5, 2025. Late applications WILL NOT be accepted!!

• The Scholarship Ministry will review applications and make the selection based on the criteria set by the Bell family. Scholarship(s) will be awarded annually based on availability of funds.

• Three $500 scholarship awards will be granted

• Recipients will be announced and awarded at the Senior Salute event on June 9 by a member of the Joan Elaine Bell family, or appointee.

• Recipients must return their acceptance form, along with proof of enrollment (class schedule) no later than August 1, 2025 

The Marshall H. Johnson Memorial Scholarship  

Established in loving memory of an awesome husband and father, who loved hard and was a positive influence in anyone’s life that he came in contact with. He believed that you should work hard, giving of your time, your talent and your resources and most of all love and trust God no matter what! He always stressed two things, keep your priorities straight and always have a sense of humor.




Marshall H. Johnson Memorial Scholarship Eligibility Requirements

All applicants must:   





 

• Must be a member of Friendship Baptist Church of The Colony

• Must be a Graduating High School Student

• Must be an active member of at least ONE Youth Ministry at FBCTC.

Application Requirements

• If you have not received notification before you submit the application, YOU MUST send your acceptance documentation to scholarship@fbc-tc.org by May 5 to be awarded any scholarship.
  
  
  
  
  
   
• Applicants must submit copy of acceptance letter from the higher education institution they plan to attend, after graduating high school.

• Applicants must submit at least one letter of recommendation from someone familiar with the applicant's, character, service, and achievements. ( for example: Coach, High School Teacher, or Employer)

• Applicants must submit at least one letter of recommendation from someone familiar with the applicant's youth ministry involvement. ( for example: Sunday School Teacher, Pastor, Youth Minister, Deacon, Ministry Leader).

• Applicants must write an essay of 500-700 words addressing the following:

              -How has your membership at FBCTC enhanced your Christian      

               experience?

              -What are your main priorities? How have you prioritized your goals?

              -Having a sense of humor is an important trait to possess. Describe how     

               your sense of humor helped you handle a difficult situation and discuss    

               what you learned from that situation.

             -How do you expect your anticipated degree to benefit you after

              college?

Policies and Procedures 

• Late applications WILL NOT be accepted!! Application deadline is on or before May 5, 2025

• The scholarship applications and supporting documents should be submitted to the FBCTC Scholarship Ministry and not to a member of the Johnson Family. The Scholarship Ministry will review the applications for completion and Sis. Linda Johnson will select the recipients. Scholarship(s) will be awarded annually based on availability of funds.

• Two $500 scholarship awards will be granted.

• Recipients will be announced and awarded at the Senior Salute event on June 8, 2025

• Recipients must return their acceptance form, along with proof of enrollment (class schedule) no later than August 1, 2025. 

Description:

Kindness is a virtue, or moral quality, characterized by benevolence, compassion, and a desire to do

good. This scholarship is being awarded as a tribute to an extremely kind man – the father of Sis. Sherri

Sistrunk. Pastor Jesse L. Massey was a kind husband, a kind father, a kind brother, and an

extraordinarily kind individual in his community. The Sistrunk Family will be awarding two $500

scholarships to two graduating high school seniors who have demonstrated kindness.

All Applicants:

● Must be a member of Friendship Baptist Church of The Colony

● Must be a Graduating High School Student

● Must be an active member of at least ONE Youth Ministry at FBCTC

Application Requirements:

● Applicants must submit a copy of their acceptance letter from the higher education institution or vocational school   they plan to attend after graduating high school.

● If you have not received notification before you submit the application, YOU MUST send your acceptance documentation to scholarship@fbc-tc.org by May 5 to be awarded any scholarship.

● Applicants must submit at least one letter of recommendation from someone familiar with the applicant's character, service, and achievements. (e.g., coach, high school teacher, or employer).

This letter of recommendation must provide specific details/evidence of kindness demonstrated by the applicant.

● Applicants must submit at least one letter of recommendation from someone familiar with the applicant's youth ministry involvement. (e.g., Sunday School Teacher, Pastor, Youth Minister, Deacon, Ministry Leader). This letter of recommendation must provide specific details/evidence of kindness demonstrated by the applicant.

● Applicants must write an essay of 500-700 words addressing the following:

1. Are you saved? If yes, how do you know you are saved?

2. If you are saved, how has your salvation encouraged you to be kind? Provide specific examples of your kind acts or deeds.

3. Even if one is saved, we still fall short; nobody is perfect. Describe a situation where you were unkind.

▪ Why did you behave unkindly?

▪ How did this behavior make you feel?

▪ At what point did you accept the fact that you were not behaving kindly and thus not behaving like a Christian?

▪ What did you do (if anything) to correct the unkind behavior?

4. Do you encourage your family and friends to act kindly? If so, explain how. Provide specific examples.

Policies and Procedures:

● Late applications WILL NOT be accepted.

● Application deadline is May 5, 2025.

● The scholarship applications and supporting documents should be submitted to the FBCTC

Scholarship Ministry and not to a member of the Sistrunk Family.

● The Scholarship Ministry will confirm completeness of applications then forward to the Sistrunk Family for the election process.

● Two $500 scholarships will be awarded.

● Recipients will be announced at the Senior Salute Sunday event on June 8, 2025.

● Recipients must provide an official Proof of College Registration document from the Registrar’s office. The document must be on university letterhead.