News & Events at First Presbyterian Church

Please be sure to check out our upcoming events at the top of this page, and also scroll down for news and updates from First Presbyterian below our event listing. Contact communications@fpcknox.org with any questions, and be sure to sign up for our weekly Thursday newsletter here.

Important Events Coming up in Our Community

Events at First Presbyterian Church
Join Us for the 19th Annual Pasta & Bluegrass Festival — Benefiting Family Promise on Saturday, August 23rd
Aug 23
Join Us for the 19th Annual Pasta & Bluegrass Festival — Benefiting Family Promise on Saturday, August 23rd

Enjoy a night of pasta, bluegrass music, and joyful community. . .

Come Away Together: Presbyterian Women Fall Retreat 2025
Sep 5
Come Away Together: Presbyterian Women Fall Retreat 2025

Presbyterian Women are invited to a weekend of fellowship. . .

Save the Date: First Presbyterian Church Homemade Arts & Craft Fair is November 8th!
Nov 8
Save the Date: First Presbyterian Church Homemade Arts & Craft Fair is November 8th!

We’re excited to host a Homemade Arts & Craft Fair…

 

News at First Presbyterian Church

News
Worshipful Wednesday Returns: Rooted in Faith, Growing in Community
Worshipful Wednesday Returns: Rooted in Faith, Growing in Community

Join us on Wednesday, August 13, as we kick off a new year of Worshipful Wednesdays. . .

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New Toolkit and Webinar Video Empower Global Vaccine Advocates
New Toolkit and Webinar Video Empower Global Vaccine Advocates

The Presbyterian Ministry at the United Nations (PMUN) has released a new Vaccine Advocacy Toolkit. . .

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Support Dogwood Third Graders: Back-to-School Supply Drive
Support Dogwood Third Graders: Back-to-School Supply Drive

The beginning of the school year is in a few weeks…

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Welcome to our new Interim Organist/Choirmaster, Scott Scheetz!
Welcome to our new Interim Organist/Choirmaster, Scott Scheetz!

We are excited to welcome Scott Scheetz…

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Sweet Treats that Support Global Farmers - Purchase Dates and Pecans from the Mission Market
Sweet Treats that Support Global Farmers - Purchase Dates and Pecans from the Mission Market

A Sweet Treat for Your Next Party!…

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Upcoming Schedule
Upcoming Schedule

Our Upcoming Schedule…

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Help Refugee Families Prepare for Arrival of New Babies
Help Refugee Families Prepare for Arrival of New Babies

Bridge Refugee Services has several clients…

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Celebrating 10 Years with Mark Pace – Reception July 27th and Love Offering
Celebrating 10 Years with Mark Pace – Reception July 27th and Love Offering

On Sunday, July 27, 2025, we will gather…

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Sign up for a First Fellowship Group!
Sign up for a First Fellowship Group!

It’s time to sign-up for the next session…

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Help Clients Like Olive Continue to Thrive
Help Clients Like Olive Continue to Thrive

As a single mom with poor health and…

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Explore The Economics of Shalom: Links to Summer Sunday School classes for Listening and Reflection
Explore The Economics of Shalom: Links to Summer Sunday School classes for Listening and Reflection

Our Summer Sunday School has been led by Dr. Ryan Bonfiglio…

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Purchase Organic Dried Mangoes from West Africa from the Mission Market!
Purchase Organic Dried Mangoes from West Africa from the Mission Market!

Mary Wilson says, "One of the favorite items…

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Summer Sunday School for Adults Continues with Crucial Conversations via TheoED Talks this Sunday!
Summer Sunday School for Adults Continues with Crucial Conversations via TheoED Talks this Sunday!

Join us Sundays, July 6–August 3, 9:45–10:45 am…

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Embracing “Holy Love, Wholly Loved” on Our Middle School Retreat at Massanetta Springs
Embracing “Holy Love, Wholly Loved” on Our Middle School Retreat at Massanetta Springs

Last week, three of our middle school students…

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Volunteer Opportunity: Support Families with Family Promise on July 20-27
Volunteer Opportunity: Support Families with Family Promise on July 20-27

First Presbyterian will be hosting Family Promise…

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Need a Gift for Someone? The Mission Market Has It!
Need a Gift for Someone? The Mission Market Has It!

Just ask member Virginia Schroeder,…

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Vacation Bible School 2025 Recap Video
Vacation Bible School 2025 Recap Video

We had a rowdy good time…

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Presbyterian Women 2025–2026 Study: Order Your Copy Today!
Presbyterian Women 2025–2026 Study: Order Your Copy Today!

We’re excited to announce…

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Celebrating Mark Pace 
Celebrating Mark Pace 

After a decade of faithful service…

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Who needs a kitten?
Who needs a kitten?

Lauren Nunn, Director of Parent’s Day Out and…

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