1st United Methodist Church

WHAT TO EXPECT

In-Person Worship is BACK!

Each Sunday we offer worship at 8:15 & 10:30 am

(in the Sanctuary on the Upper Level)

We offer ONLINE worship Sunday morning premiering at

10:00 am. That service can be viewed on:

Facebook

YouTube

Worship at 1st

We continue following COVID-19 safety protocols.

Please watch this video so before coming to in-person worship as it outlines our safety measures and what you can expect when you arrive.

Our Celebrate Recovery Ministry is still meeting in-person with worship each Wednesday evening at 6:30 pm in Asbury Hall.

(*Masks and social distancing are required.)

Wednesday night's Celebrate Recovery worship is upbeat and energetic with a focus on healing hurts, hang-ups and bad habits. At this time CR meets on Wednesday nights at 6:30 in Asbury Hall and is streamed online at the CRMaryvilleTN Facebook page and CRMaryvilleTN.com where you can also learn more about this ministry. In-person share groups meet after worship around 7:00 pm.

Thursday nights at 1st UMC, the Welcome Table is open to anyone wanting to come and enjoy the food and fellowship. At this time this ministry is offering "to go" only meals, just drive around the back of the church from 4:30 to 5:30 pm on Thursdays and someone will bring the meal to your car.

If you have questions while you are here on Sunday mornings or Wednesday nights, please seek out one of our greeters or ushers. If it's during the week, you can call the church office at 865-982-1273. If someone is not there to answer, please leave a message and we will return your call as soon as possible.

Growing your faith with 1st

Worship is just part of our journey of faith. It is important for us to continue studying, learning and growing in Christ. 1st UMC offers people of all ages the chance to delve deeper into their faith.

1st Kids Ministries

Through the teaching of Biblical principles, 1st Kids programs help children develop a closer relationship with Christ. Programs include Sunday School, Kids Own Worship, Confirmation Classes and opportunities for kids to participate in the mission work of the church.

1st Youth Ministries

Youth in 7th through 12th grades are welcome to be a part of 1st Youth. This is a community devoted to God, excited to serve, open to new and different people and eager to make anything fun. Throughout the year there are regular weekly meetings and special get togethers aimed at building fellowship and community.

Sunday School

Over the past year Sunday School, a staple of church tradition, has taken on a variety of forms. 1st UMC offers Sunday School each week. There are classes for children ages 3 to 103 (or even older Alternate Grinning Face). Some groups meet online and some meet in-person. We are currently working to get updated schedules and contacts here on the website. If you need more information on Adult Sunday School classes before then please email info@1stchurch.org. (Nursery services are not available at this time.)

For a look at what's happening with Children's Sunday School click here.

Small Group Studies

Whether it's one of our Lenten Studies, an in-depth discussion about a social justice issue or an Adam Hamilton Bible Study, small groups are an integral part of the faith journey. While most studies have been online the past year, we are hoping in-person studies will resume soon. Groups like United Methodist Women, our men's groups and even a knitting group round out ways you can be a part of a small group at 1st UMC.

WHERE TO FIND US

WHERE TO CONTACT US

The church is located at 804 Montvale Station Road across from Maryville Junior High School.

The main church office, the pastors' offices and most of the staff offices are located in the hallway behind the Sanctuary

and are easily accessed from the entrance with the covered pull through (called the Porte Cochere).

How to contact us:

Phone number: 865-982-1273

To reach us by e-mail click here.

Currently we are not offering regular office hours so please call first.

NEED TO KNOW MORE?

We are glad you found us and hope this website has helped answer your questions. If not please feel free to email us at info@1stchurch.org or call the church office at 865-982-1273. We'll be glad to help.

For a list of pastors and staff along with their contact information click here.

For upcoming events click here.

To learn about ways to serve (GO.DO.) click here.

To watch live streaming of services or to check out older services click here.

For the Adult new member information form click here.

For the Child new member information form click here.

You can also keep up with what's happening at 1st Church

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THE UNITED METHODIST MOVEMENT

LEARN MORE ABOUT THE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH AND WHAT WE BELIEVE AT:

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1st UNITED METHODIST CHURCH IS PART OF THE HOLSTON CONFERENCE, AN AREA STRETCHING FROM NORTH GEORGIA UP TO RADFORD, VIRGINIA:

HOLSTON.ORG

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