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PHOTO OF THE WEEK: Volunteers gathered in the gym on Saturday, April 6, to participate in the Great Day of Service. Above, volunteers compiled hygiene kits. At other service projects, volunteers made laundry detergent, spruced up the Wesley Foundation on UT's campus, took snacks and goodies to local rescue workers, and prayed for our neighbors. Thanks to all who participated in the 2024 day of service!

Welcoming back Bishop Richard Looney

Church Street is delighted to welcome Bishop Richard Looney to the pulpit on April 14. As a celebration of his 90th birthday in February, Bishop Looney is traveling to a few of the places and appointments closest to his heart to preach. On April 14 at the 11 a.m. service, he will give the sermon "We Won't Let Our Preacher Fail!" in which he will share more about the United Methodist vows of presence, prayers, gifts and service. Please join us as we welcome Bishop Looney home to Church Street!

Coffee with the Pastors - this Sunday!

New to Church Street, or considering joining our church family as a member? Please join us on Sunday, April 14, at 9:45 am in the Chapel to learn more at Coffee with the Pastors!

This informal time of fellowship is a small group setting when you can get to know our clergy, meet some members of our outreach team, and learn more about joining Church Street. 

If you have questions, please contact Pastor Tim by emailing tbest@churchstreetumc.org. 

Church Street News & Opportunities

The first quarter giving statements were emailed this week. If you did not receive your statement, please contact Kate Spencer at 865-521-0268. Please make sure to notify the church office of any changes in your contact information.

Director of Music Search Committee Update

The Search Committee for Director of Music Ministries has been working hard these last several weeks! It has been a joy to hear from folks across the country who speak so highly of our music ministry. 

We have gone through all forty-five applications received and are almost finished interviewing our top four candidates. We will keep you posted about follow-up interviews and on-site visits with choirs and other groups.

Thank you for your prayers as we carry out this important work. The Search Committee is grateful for your support!

- Joanna O'Hagan & Bill Terry, Co-Chairs

All are welcome to join the Open Door Sunday School class this Sunday to explore the impact of Jesus's resurrection with teacher Rev. Andy Ferguson. We are using UMC Bishop Tom Berlin’s book, The Third Day. We will focus on Simon Peter in John 21.3-19. This is the story of the Last Breakfast.

Open Door class meets in Parish Hall on Sundays at 9:45 a.m. All are welcome!

Master Arts Series Welcomes ETSU Chorale - 4/16!

NEEDED! Family Promise Overnight Volunteer needed

Family Promise of Knoxville helps families address the root causes of family homelessness, approaching the issue holistically and providing prevention services before families reach crisis.

Thank you to all who have registered to volunteer! We still need one overnight volunteer on April 16 at Church of the Ascension on Northshore Drive (pictured).

Contact Valeta Norris with any questions: valetanorris@gmail.com.

The Holston Conference Prepares for General Conference 2024

The video above was presented at each of the district pre-conference briefings in March. Those who attended in person agree that this video is well worth the twenty minutes it takes to watch. So much good information!

The best place to get information before General Conference to help you prepare is www.resourceumc.org. Our bishop and delegates are also asking you to pray for all of those who are gathering in Charlotte, NC, for General Conference, between April 23 - May 3.

Caregiver Support Group - April 16

Tuesday, April 16 in CLC 123, 9:45 am

Speaker: Megan Dunaway, Morning Pointe of Hardin Valley Community Relations Director

Topic: "Assisted Living and Memory Care: Helping to ease the transition to more care"

The first 30 minutes will be devoted to the topic; the remainder of the time will be spent as a support group.



The Caregiver Support Group is for persons in our church and community who

are caring for Alzheimer patients. The persons receiving care meet separately

with qualified professionals and engage in activities at 9:45 am in the

room adjacent. If you have questions or would like more information, please

contact Pat Clendenen at PHMT@churchstreetumc.org.

Church Street Men's Groups

Men within our CSUMC family have begun two groups for Fellowship and a time of devotion. One group meets every other Monday night at 6pm and the other meets the first Wednesday of the month. Both groups meet in room 204.

If you would like to learn more, please contact:

Doug Mason at rdmdph@me.com about Monday meetings

Rob Freeland at rfreelan@gmail.com about Wednesday meetings

Join us for our children's programming this summer!

Camp Hogwarts

May 28-29

9:15am-4:30pm

Ages: Rising 1st-6th

Cost: $60

Contact: Katryn Bancroft

VBS 2024 - SCUBA

June 26-29

5:30pm-8pm

Cost: Free!

Dinner served at 5:30pm

Contact: Katryn Bancroft

Kids' Choir Camp

July 8-10

9am-2pm

Cost: $60

Covers food & activities

Contact: Edie Johnson

What does the United Methodist Church say about our role in caring for God’s creation? Our Social Principles affirm that all creation is the Lord’s and should be valued and conserved because it is God’s good creation, entrusted to us as the stewards of the natural world. When we make environmentally-wise choices we are celebrating and respecting creation, honoring God, and giving thanks for the abundant resources God has provided us. Learn more about our Social Principles, which reflect the Wesleyan spirit of social holiness and ethical action by clicking here.

Did you know the Holston Conference Creation Care Task Force is currently working with low-income churches on energy audits and energy efficiency improvements within their churches, allowing them to redirect those critical funds to mission and service? Learn more about the task force by clicking here.

Our Presence

April 7 - 438

In Person Worship - 307

8:30 am - 155

11 am - 136

Nursery - 16

Online - 131

April 11 Soup Kitchen - Meals - 175, Volunteers - 20

Our Gifts

Memorials

Rick Armbrister

Benevolence Fund: Stephanie Boyd

Memorial Fund: John & Phyllis Eldridge

Lyle Cooper

Memorial Fund: Gaines S. & Loucinda Pittenger

Larry Cox

Stephen Ministry: Bill & Janie Dempster, Lorraine Rajkowski

Maria Dahunsi

Holston Home for Children: Church Street UMC Discovery Sunday School Class

Sue Hung

Soup Kitchen: Bill & Janie Dempster

Music Ministry: Ray & Shirley Smith

Dr. Cecil Rowe

Memorial Fund: John & Phyllis Eldridge

Honorariams

Keith Bailey

Operating Budget: Brad & Judy Thompson

Confirmation Class

Heifer Project: Church Street UMC Crossroads Sunday School Class

Altar & Narthex Flowers

The Chancel Altar Flowers are given in loving memory of William T. Crosland, Sr. and William T. Crosland, Jr., by Jennifer and family.

All are welcome at Church Street!

We believe every person is of sacred worth and created in God’s image. We welcome and celebrate the gifts God has given to all persons without regard to race, color, national origin, ethnicity, age, gender, disability, status, economic condition, sexual orientation, gender identity, or religious affiliation. We respect diversity of opinion and expressions of Christian faith. We believe God loves everyone unconditionally! As God loves us, so let us love and serve in the name of Christ.

Church Street United Methodist Church

www.churchstreetumc.org

P.O. Box 1303, Knoxville, TN 37901

Office: 865-524-3048 Fax: 865-521-0288 Pastor On-Call: 865-320-9100

Please call the church office to reach a specific member of our staff.