easter 2026

celebrating

something good

Easter in Maryville 2026 got off to a damp start, but spirits were high and the energy was high as hundreds of people gathered to celebrate the resurrection of Jesus Christ. 


Check out the highlights of the day in our photo gallery or check out clips of music, sermons and more on our Easter playlist on YouTube. 


Remember, Easter is more than just one day, it's a season of several weeks leading up to Pentecost. 

During the rest of the season the focus shifts on the CONVINCING PROOFS Jesus gave to early followers to inspire them to keep his ministry going, something we are reminded of each Easter.  


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2026 easter offering

Throughout the year, 1st church encourages people to Go.Do. in a number of ways. 

This SENDS the love of Christ into the world.

It is a way to put faith into action.


This Easter you are encouraged to go beyond your regular giving and support the

2026 Easter Offering.


This offering will boost a number of

Go.Do. initiatives like:

  • doubling the number of meals prepared for Rise Against Hunger;
  • boosting the amount of money given to the Holston Conference Hands On Mission efforts for Ishe Anesu in Zimbabwe;
  • providing more UMCOR flood buckets;
  • and funding other projects planned for the year ahead.

Ways to give:

  • Use the Easter Offering Envelopes in the pews.
  • Mail a check to 804 Montvale Station Rd., 37803.
  • Give online at: 1stchurch.org/giving

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new book for lent

daily dose of good news

The theme for Lent & Easter in 2026 is "Tell Me Something Good."  To tie in to this theme, the Grace for All Podcast will be airing special episodes during the season between February 18th and April 5th. 


This special "Good News" for the season has also been compiled in a new book, edited by the Grace for All  team.  You can find it on Amazon.com .