The Table of Kingsport

06/17/2026

Thank you from our mystery giver... This community truly loves coffee no matter how hot it is outside.

06/15/2026

Homemade Rolls in progress!

06/15/2026

Today, Mafair United Methodist Church's Yout Group is making dinner for 150 people: chicken pot pie, Homemade rolls, salad and Eclair Cake. Thank you to these young servants ! Lots more pictures to come.

06/15/2026

Someone took our two small buckets of sand and 1 of our large cigarette holders recently. As a result, there are butts everyone for the first time. Does anyone have sand or small buckets they could donate by our 2 doors?

06/12/2026

The Table houses a ministry called "PB & J and a Whole Lotta Jesus!" They make about 120 bags A DAY with PB & J sandwiches and snacks to give out to children, shut ins, and those who can't get to other resources in Kingsport. If you want to donate, you can order through our Prime Gift list pinned at the top of our page or contact The Table of Kingsport. Thank you Tracy Luckadoo for this amazing donation!

06/12/2026

Our mission is to build community, support and love so people have help staying in their homes.

When we talk about homelessness, it's important to understand what can lead someone to lose their housing.

Many people may assume mental health challenges or substance use are the primary causes of homelessness. In reality, only 6.5% of individuals report those factors as the reason they became unhoused. More often, these challenges develop or worsen after someone experiences the trauma and instability of being without housing.

In Knoxville, the Office of Housing Stability reported homelessness increased by 50% from 2021 to 2022, while rents rose 9.6% from 2022 to 2023 (According to reports from NAR), a rate more than four times the national average.

For many individuals and families, rising housing costs, unexpected hardships (such as a health crisis), and a shortage of affordable housing create barriers to maintaining stable housing.

At Volunteer Ministry Center, we see these challenges every day. In 2025, we served 3,069 neighbors experiencing homelessness or housing instability, and 1,499 individuals secured permanent housing through VMC.

Homelessness is complex, but housing is the solution. By understanding the realities behind homelessness and supporting proven, housing-focused approaches, we can build a stronger, more compassionate community for everyone.

Learn more about the issue and solutions here: https://www.vmcinc.org/services

06/09/2026

Pastor Melissa was awarded the Evangelism Award for Clergy by The Holston Conference of The United Methodist Church for the work at The Table. She received this honor on behalf of her co-founder Margaret Lester and all the servant-leaders who make it all happen every Monday night. She is pictured with Pastor Janet Sweet who also serves at at the Table.

06/09/2026

Thank you Kaity for 144 tea bags which will last us 3 weeks at The Table. We go though 20 pounds of sugar a week in sweet tea, lemonade, and coffee. It takes a lot to satisfy the thirst of 125+ people a week as they find community, food, and Jesus. Will you consider supporting us with a finacial gift in a check, venmo, Give Butter or through our Amazon Prime list?

06/03/2026

Many people did not believe The Table would work, be successful, nevertheless thrive. If God gives the vision, God will give the provision. I’m reminded that truth often meets resistance not because it is unconvincing, but because it is inconvenient.
We strive to contine being a place where All people can feel like family. Where we all can Belong, Believe, and Be Hope for others. Will you join the mission by serving or supporting financially?
This is a place where people can dream again.