WHAT TO EXPECT
Since 1865, the people of 1st United Methodist Church have been:
- REACHING out to the community,
- CONNECTING with people,
- EQUIPPING them for discipleship
- and SENDING them out to help transform the world.
Whether you are joining us online or in-person we hope our time together is meaningful and that you feel welcome.
Traditional Worship Services:
8:15 & 10:30 am
in the Sanctuary (upper level)
Contemporary Worship Services:
10:30 am
in Asbury Hall (lower level)
Sunday morning worship services are streamed live on a variety of platforms.
Our Celebrate Recovery Ministry meets on Wednesday evenings.
5:30 Light Meal | 6:30 pm Worship | 7:40 pm Share Groups
Looking to serve others through the ministries of 1st United Methodist Church?
You can put your faith in action in a number of ways as you heed Jesus' call to SEND people out into the community and around the world to Go.Do.
WHERE TO FIND US
HOW 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). Just look for the sign for "Church Office" and go through that door.
REACH OUT TO 1ST
GOT QUESTIONS?
If you have questions while you are here on Sunday mornings or Wednesday nights, please seek out one of our greeters, ushers or staff members.
The church office is located on the left side of the building as you enter from Montvale Station Road. Just look for the Church Office/Elevator/Wesley Hall sign to guide you inside.
You can reach 1st Church by phone at
865-982-1273. If someone is not there to answer, please leave a message and your call will be returned as soon as possible.
If you have questions about 1st Church or want to set up a guided visit of the church please use the form below.
Ask a question/Request a Guided Visit
If you have a question about 1st United Methodist Church-Maryville, we can help you find the answers you need or guide you in the right direction. We also offer special guided visits so you can familiarize yourself with the church before visiting for the first time.
Just fill out the information below and a member of our staff will get back to you as soon as possible.
EQUIPPING YOU TO
GROW IN YOUR FAITH
Worship is an integral aspect of the discipleship journey, but it's only part of it. Do you feel that you are not equipped for the road ahead? Or are you searching for solutions to problems encountered along the way? Here at 1st UMC, there are many ways to become EQUIPPED with essential tools to use along your path
1st Kids Ministries
Through the teaching of Biblical principles, 1st Kids programming helps gear children up to grow closer in their 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.
If your child plans on attending Sunday School or Kids Own Worship will you please fill out
the Child Information Sheet either online
or at the 1st Kids Welcome Desk on the lower level.
1st Youth & Student Ministries
Students in 6th through 12th grades are welcome to be a part of 1st Church's vibrant youth programs.
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 for All Ages
Sunday School is an integral part of the faith journey and it's a long standing tradition at 1st UMC. The Sunday School time each week is from 9:15 am until 10:30 am. There are classes for children ages 3 to 103 (or even older 🙂).
Nursery Services
Nursery Services are available on Sunday mornings and on Wednesday Evenings. They are available for children
ages 3 and under.
Bible and Book Studies
Are you looking for ways to get to know and experience God, connect with others and serve as a Christian disciple? Small groups and studies are a great way to do that.
REACH OUT WHEN YOU
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 communications@1stchurch.org or
call the church office at 865-982-1273.
We'll be glad to help.
Find and follow us on social media:
*Free wi-fi is available in the church building. Just look for "Maryville FUMC guest."
You'll find the password on several signs posted throughout the church building.
WHAT IS A UNITED METHODIST?
WHAT DO UNITED METHODISTS BELIEVE?
1st United Methodist Church - Maryville is part of a global denomination rooted in hundreds of years of history. The church is part of the Holston Annual Conference (stretching from Chattanooga, TN to Radford, VA) as well as the Smoky Mountain District within that Conference.
In the videos below you can learn more about the church and denomination's beliefs as well as the role the United Methodist Church plays in our community and our world.
CHECK OUT THESE VIDEOSTO BETTER UNDERSTANDOUR MISSION AND BELIEFS
WE ARE THE CHURCH. TOGETHER. LET’S #BEUMC.
Each member of 1st Church made a choice to be United Methodist, to #BeUMC. In doing so, we connected with others around the world who are also called to share God’s love and put their beliefs into action. We are the church. Together.
HOLSTON IS MY HOME. HOLSTON ES MI HOGAR.
1st United Methodist Church is part of the Holston Conference, an area stretching from North Georgia, through East Tennessee and up to Radford, Virginia.
This video is about Holston Conference of The United Methodist Church with Spanish captions.
*Several of the figures for numbers of churches, district makeup and membership levels have changed since this video was produced.
CELEBRATING WHAT MAKES US UNITED METHODIST
Why do you love your United Methodist church? Are you passionate about volunteering for global missions, or in a sewing ministry or a food pantry? Do you like the idea of being connected to millions of church members around the world? In this video, church members talk about why they choose to be United Methodist.
BLESSED IS THE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH: A BEATITUDES SONG
Even in the darkest times, we find hope in God’s blessings. United Methodist Communications produced an original song and music video based on the Beatitudes from Matthew 5:3–12.
WHAT UNITED METHODISTS BELIEVE: THE BIBLE
Have you ever met someone who said they wanted to attend a "Bible Believing" church? The United Methodist Church believes the Bible is the primary authority for our faith and practice.
WHAT UNITED METHODISTS BELIEVE: GRACE
United Methodists understand that God acts toward us with loving kindness and merchy which we do not and cannot earn. This is what GRACE is and this video helps explain the different ways we experience this gift from God.
THE NICENE CREED
The Nicene Creed is the second oldest creed in the Christian faith. It dates back to 325 A.D.
Learn more about the history of this statement of faith at:
STATEMENT OF FAITH FROM THE KOREAN METHODIST CHURCH
Statements of faith (or creeds) help us recite what we believe about our faith. In the United Methodist Church we include several of these statements in our worship services including the statement of faith from the Korean Methodist Church.
Learn more about the Korean Methodist Church at:
THE APOSTLE'S CREED - OUR CORE CHRISTIAN BELIEFS
The Apostle's Creed is a standard part of our worship services. The creed is a statement of core Christian beliefs that help guide us in our faith journeys.
The line "holy catholic church" (with a lower case "c") does not refer to any specific denomination or group of Christians.
THE WESLEYS TAKE THE WEB
Learn a little about the founders of Methodism, John & Charles Wesley
METHODIST BELIEFS: SALVATION
Former 1st UMC pastor, Rev. Catherine Nance gives an overview of the United Methodist's view of salvation.
METHODIST BELIEFS: HOW WE INTERPRET SCRIPTURE.
METHODIST BELIEFS: BAPTISM
Former 1st UMC pastor, Rev. Catherine Nance shares about the United Methodist Church's thoughts about baptism.
METHODIST BELIEFS: COMMUNION
Rev. Sarah Slack brings you the history of Communion in the United Methodist Church and how it is used today.
WE ARE THE CHURCH. TOGETHER. LET’S #BEUMC.
Each member of 1st Church made a choice to be United Methodist, to #BeUMC. In doing so, we connected with others around the world who are also called to share God’s love and put their beliefs into action. We are the church. Together.
