Please join us on May 22 at the Sunday service in the sanctuary to celebrate our high school and college students who are graduating!
They will need our support, prayers and encouragement as they transition to their next adventure. Let’s celebrate them at the worship service on Sunday, May 22nd at 11 am.

FPC members Robin and Chris McAdoo and Joanne and Al Schuetz attended Knoxville Mayor Kincannon's annual State of the City address and luncheon on April 22nd

Diana, Rachel and Robyn are some of the inaugural members of the new Presbyterian Women's Circle "Chi Rho" …

The Presbyterian Women celebrated the end of the season with a memorable Spring banquet that celebrated the legacy and future of PW at First Presbyterian Church

Justice Knox held their annual Nehemiah Action Assembly on May 2nd at the World's Fair Park Amphitheater with a solid representation from the First Presbyterian community

We want to make sure young families, teens, college students and young adults feel connected to First Presbyterian, so we have joined the growing community of Instagram!

Mark your calendars for our new Summer Sunday School series starting June 5th!
Dates: June 5 - Aug. 7
Time: 9:45 a.m.
Place: James Park Room
Title: First Light: Jesus and the Kingdom of God

Charlie Smith, son of Preston and Emily Smith is playing baseball this season and would love your support. His games are all played at the East Diamond Field at Bob Leonard Park.

If you have been visiting with us at First Presbyterian and are thinking about joining the church or would just like to know more about FPC, please come to our next Inquirers’ Gathering on Sunday, May 22 at 9:45 a.m. in the Session Room (in the office suite).

On May 4th at Worshipful Wednesday our program, "Learning More About Our Downtown Neighbors, Our Homeless Population," was very impactful. We heard from Sgt. Thomas Clinton, who works with the KPD Co-Response Team

FPC member Jack Ragsdale (son of Dennis and Becky Ragsdale and grandson of Baxter and Toni Ragsdale) received his “White Coat” at LMU school of medicine on Saturday, April 30th.

Congratulations Diana Curtis, who was given the Dr. Edward L Tauxe award which recognizes a teacher who has had a most positive influence on the lives of students and stimulated them in their academic pursuits.

We are excited to announce that our Finance Manager, Jane Holland, has been hired in an expanded position to become the Facilities Director…

For 30 years, Emerald Youth Foundation has been working to support Knoxville’s youth and prepare generations of Godly community leaders.

We missed lots of folks for photos on Easter, but got some cute ones. You can download photos from Easter and the Market Square Good Friday service at link below. If you would like a higher resolution version, email Katie at communications@fpcknox.org.

Death and Resurrection of the Messiah, by Ray Vander Laan;
DVD and accompanying guide book to be used together.
Call no. 232.96 VAN

Our friend Gideon Amankwah has been attending First Presbyterian since January. He is a graduate student at UTK from Ghana, Africa. He is a faithful member of our community, but has been unable to…

The Christian Education Committee is starting a Children’s Council to plan activities for our youngest members. We were so pleased with our large Easter turnout, and are always looking for ways to keep our children and young families plugged in.

The family of Patrick Gallaher, son of Anita and Juan Lovin, would like to thank those of you who sent cards after the loss of their precious son.
He was an Angel here on earth and loved by his entire family.

Worship is the central act of our life together as a church family. Everything we do in worship is intentional and important. Through scripture and tradition…