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. . .
Senior Spotlight: Brayden Vulich
Brayden Vulich, son of Kristen Albaugh, Steven Vulich, and stepson of Chad Albaugh, graduates from South Doyle High School in May 2026 with a clear sense of who he is and where he's headed. . .
A Community Comes Together at First Presbyterian for a Thoughtful Conversation on Immigration in East Tennessee
Earlier this week, First Presbyterian Church provided space for an evening conversation on immigration in East Tennessee, hosted by the Knox Area Multi-Faith Clergy Alliance. . .
Senior Spotlight: Max Pittenger
Max Pittenger is graduating from South Doyle High School and is excited for what comes next. . .
Honor the Mothers in Your Life with Gifts from the Mission Market
Mother’s Day is a special opportunity to celebrate the women who have shaped our lives with care, strength, and love. . .
Gathering at Montreat: A Retreat Centered on Wisdom, Connection, and Shared Life in Christ
A group from First Presbyterian Church gathered last weekend at Montreat College for our annual congregational retreat. . .
Help Care for our UKirk College Students by Providing Study Snacks!
UKirk is putting together care packages and is asking for at least 5 boxes of each snack item. . .
Lunch Bunch Connects Over Lunch at Ale Rae’s Gastro Pub and Explores Old Gray Cemetery
The Lunch Bunch had a great time together this week, gathering for lunch. . .
Volunteers Needed for Family Promise at First Presbyterian
Family Promise is doing powerful work right here in our community, and there’s a place for you to be part of it. . .
Update on PC(USA) Special Offerings for 2026
Due to recent administrative changes within the PC(USA), the structure of denominational special offerings has been updated for 2026. . .
Nehemiah Action Assembly with Justice Knox a Big Success!
Nehemiah Action Assembly was a powerful gathering of our community. . .
Extending God’s Love Across the World through One Great Hour of Sharing
Each year during Lent and Easter, we receive the One Great Hour of Sharing offering. . .
First Presbyterian Church Featured in the Knoxville News Sentinel for Its Historic Stained Glass and the Stories They Tell
We’re excited to share that First Presbyterian Church has been featured in the Knoxville News Sentinel. . .
Presbyterian Women of East Tennessee Share Good News in March Newsletter - Read Newsletter Below
The newsletter also celebrates new leadership and ongoing mission work. . .
First Presbyterian Member Sylvia McLaurin Receives Good Neighbor of the Year Award
First Presbyterian Church celebrates Sylvia McLaurin, who was recently honored with the Diana Conn Good Neighbor of the Year Award. . .