First United Methodist Church of Oak Ridge, TN

First United Methodist Church of Oak Ridge, TN Worship Services on Sunday at 8:45 and 11:00. All with childcare. Visit our website at www.fumcor.org

First United Methodist Church began as a loose gathering of displaced Methodists who had relocated to the new secret government-owned town of Oak Ridge, TN around 1942. They were served by a young pastor named Robert Lundy, who led early Sunday meetings in the town's movie theater - which they would transform into a worship space, and then promptly back before the Sunday matinee began. The congreg

ation was made up of young 20 and 30 somethings, who had accepted the mysterious task of working on an unknown project in an unknown place during World War II. Many of these founding worshipers remain in Oak Ridge, and have formed the backbone of First UMC for its 70 years. After the war ended, the US government allotted space for each of the church communities to build. FUMC completed the construction of most of the current building in 1958, as one can see on the cornerstone that resides on the building below the Memorial Garden. An additional wing, including the Multipurpose Room (Gym) was added in the 1970s. In 2008, Trinity United Methodist church on the west side of Oak Ridge decided to merge with FUMC, enabling the congregations to grow stronger and to use the assets from the Trinity community for the betterment of Oak Ridge. The church has grown in many ways since its beginnings - especially in helping to foster new initiatives in the Oak Ridge community like the annual Earth Day Festival, the Oak Ridge Free Medical Clinic, and our newest initiative using the former Trinity UMC Church facilities, the Trinity Outreach Center.

06/17/2026
06/11/2026

To the incredible people of First United Methodist Church of Oak Ridge: thank you. Your hard work and your generous giving made it possible for over 50 families with children in our community to receive $15,000 in food, toys, clothing, and essential items this month. You showed what love looks like in action, and it is inspiring. Video by Caleb Roberts

06/11/2026
First Recovery Summer Picnic. Nothing better!!!
06/10/2026

First Recovery Summer Picnic. Nothing better!!!

This is the VBS snack. The children have to create something with this. What do you think this represents?
06/10/2026

This is the VBS snack. The children have to create something with this. What do you think this represents?

Rainbow Sunday is coming, and you’re invited to a day overflowing with joy, color, and courageous love. On June 14, we’l...
05/19/2026

Rainbow Sunday is coming, and you’re invited to a day overflowing with joy, color, and courageous love. On June 14, we’ll celebrate the diversity of God’s creation, honoring the Christ who embraced outcasts, lifted the marginalized, and defied the boundaries of exclusion. The morning begins with a full breakfast at 8:45 in the Multipurpose Room, followed by one vibrant combined worship service at 11:00 in the Sanctuary, featuring the Equality Chorus, our Choir, and Contemporary Worship Band. Rev. Caryl Russell will bring a message of hope, justice, and belonging. Come shine with us, your presence makes the rainbow brighter.

Staff birthday lunch 🎂
05/19/2026

Staff birthday lunch 🎂

First Church at Youth Pride
05/09/2026

First Church at Youth Pride

Need a pick-me-up, a challenge, a word of hope and transformation, a break from a life of bad news? Bible study meets ev...
05/06/2026

Need a pick-me-up, a challenge, a word of hope and transformation, a break from a life of bad news? Bible study meets every Wednesday at 10:30 am and again at 6 pm. We actually have a lot of fun. One person said tonight, “I walked in tonight feeling grumpy. I’m leaving in a good mood.” Peace be with you.

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1350 Oak Ridge Tpke
Oak Ridge, TN
37830

Opening Hours

Monday 8:30am - 4:30pm
Tuesday 8:30am - 4:30pm
Wednesday 8:30am - 4:30pm
Thursday 8:30am - 4:30pm
Sunday 8am - 1pm

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