First United Methodist Church, Bristol Tennessee

06/17/2026

This month, we remember the words of emancipation and are reminded of the
ongoing work to resist injustice and oppression. We pray that more and more of God's vision of freedom and equality for all will be realized. Let us pray together.

Loving and Liberating God,
we remember the freedom promised to all your beloved people.
May your vision of justice, equality and love become an increasing reality.
Help us and strengthen us to join in your work to make it so.
Amen.

06/16/2026

Love boldly.

Not just when it's easy.
Not just when people look like us, think like us, or agree with us.

The Gospel calls us to a love that is bigger than fear, wider than our boundaries, and stronger than our divisions.

At First United Methodist Church, we are striving to be a community where every person is welcomed, beloved, and empowered to live as a disciple of Jesus.

Because love isn't something we merely talk about.

Love boldly.

06/15/2026

Join Us for Family Night Out, Saturday, June 27, at 6:00 PM for a fun-filled Movie Night for the whole family!

Bring the whole family and enjoy an evening of fun, fellowship, and community!

🍕FREE pizza and snacks will be served for everyone attending. 🍿

✨All ages welcome ✨

🏳️‍🌈 ALL family types welcome 💛

Come hungry and bring a friend! We can’t wait to see you there!

06/13/2026

At First United Methodist Church Bristol, we are striving to be a community where every person is welcomed, beloved, and empowered to live as a disciple of Jesus.

No matter the color of your skin, the place you call home, your age, ability, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, economic status, or life story, you are welcome into the full life of the church, including worship, service, membership, leadership, and ministry.

When we say you belong here, we really mean it!

06/12/2026

🙌 See you at church this Sunday at First United Methodist Church Bristol!

✨ All are beloved. Come for worship, community, and grace.

⏰ Worship:
11:00 AM

📍 First UMC Bristol
322 Vance Dr.
Bristol, TN

Whether you’re returning to church, trying church again, or just looking for a place to belong, we would love to see you Sunday. ❤️

06/11/2026

Weekly Newsletter: June 11, 2026

Welcome to First Bristol UMC! We are so blessed by your part in our faith community! Sunday worship is at 11:00 AM in the Sanctuary AND can be viewed on the church YouTube page or through the link on the church page! Church Office Hours: by appointment The Office will not have regular hours at this time. Please email the church office with any needs....

Welcome to First Bristol UMC! We are so blessed by your part in our faith community! Sunday worship is at 11:00 AM in the Sanctuary AND can be viewed on the church YouTube page or through the link …

06/11/2026

06/10/2026

From “The Summons” by John Bell
TFWS 2130

06/08/2026

TP BRISTOL DAY is happening THIS SATURDAY at Addilynn Church Memorial UMC! 🧻❤️

Join us June 13th from 10am-Noon as we come alongside their Bundles of Joy diaper ministry to help serve our neighbors in Bristol.

This is a great opportunity for anyone who has wanted to be involved with TP Bristol but may have found some of our previous distribution days physically demanding with lots of walking and carrying. We’ll be indoors, in the air conditioning, sorting supplies, sharing conversations, and helping support families in our community.

Honestly, one of the best parts of this ministry has been getting to slow down and spend time talking with people throughout the morning.

It’s simple work, meaningful work, and we’d love to have you there.

📍 Addilynn Memorial UMC
3225 Avoca Rd.
Bristol, TN 37620

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