Support Dogwood Third Graders: Back-to-School Supply Drive
The beginning of the school year is in a few weeks. . .
Celebrating 13 Years of Ministry with Meredith Loftis!
As longtime member Ginny Morrow reflected, Meredith has a rare combination of compassion and courage. . .
Exploring Faith, Country, and Christian Identity
Following the first session, I spoke with First Presbyterian member Colleen Shannon about her experience. . .
Worship in the Park - Seeing What Hagar Saw
We loved gathering at Victor Ashe Park for worship and a picnic together last Sunday. . .
Kingdom Quest Wraps Up a Memorable Week of VBS
This week, children and families from First and Second Presbyterian Churches came together for three days of Kingdom Quest VBS. . .
Building More Than Homes: Craig Wrisberg, Volunteer Coordinator, Reflects on the 2024 Habitat for Humanity Build
As I reflect on our 2024 Habitat for Humanity build. . .
Putting Faith Into Action: Help Build Homes and Hope Through Habitat for Humanity
One of our local mission partners, Habitat for Humanity, is currently looking for volunteers, and this is a great opportunity for First Presbyterian to live out our calling to be “For Christ in the Heart of Knoxville.” . . .
Please Pray for Our Youth as They Travel to Montreat for the 2026 Youth Conference
This Sunday, a group of First Presbyterian Church high school students and leaders will travel to Montreat, North Carolina, for the 2026 Montreat Youth Conference. . .
Love to Sing? Summer Is the Perfect Time to Join the Choir!
Our Sanctuary Choir is taking a break from their weekly Wednesday night rehearsals during the summer but will still be leading worship every Sunday morning. . .
Four-Week Course: Let’s Talk About Christian Nationalism, Tuesdays June 9–30 in the James Park Room
Let's Talk About Christian Nationalism. . .
Help Feed Our Youth at Montreat: Meal Sponsors Needed for June 7–13
Our youth are headed to Montreat June 7–13 for a week of worship, fellowship, learning, and community with young people from across the Presbyterian Church. . .
Join The Squares Men's Group for a new study starting June 4th at 10:30 am and 6 pm in the James Park room!
Are you looking for a place to connect, build friendships, and grow in your faith. . .
Helping Sonam, a Friend of Our Church and Bridge Refugee Services
Many members of the congregation have gotten to know Sonam Sharify and her family from Afghanistan. . .
Phyllis Driver Receives Valiant Woman Award from Church Women United
Phyllis Driver receiving the Valiant Woman Award. . .
Senior Spotlight: Mary Virginia Bohner
Mary Virginia Bohner has never been someone who does things halfway. . .
Summer Sunday School Begins June 7: The Corinthians Conversation with Dr. Elizabeth “Ebby” Arnold
We are excited to gather together this summer for Sunday School and to spend time learning, reflecting, and growing in faith as a community. . .
Honoring God's Faithfulness and the Hands That Serve: A Joyful End-of-Year Celebration for Presbyterian Women
The Presbyterian Women spring banquet was a big success. . .
Emmie Trentham Graduates with Her M.D. and Receives Distinguished Student Award
One of our graduates, Emmie Trentham, was unable to be with us for Graduate Sunday last week for a good reason, she was celebrating a major milestone of her own. . .
Senior Spotlight: Casper Pleasant
Youth member Casper Pleasant, son of Virginia and Martin Pleasant, is graduating from South Doyle High School this May. . .