Central United Methodist Church
Central United Methodist Church
AI Summary
Located in the historic Fourth & Gill neighborhood just north of downtown Knoxville, Central UMC meets in a 1927 building listed on the National Register of Historic Places and continues to be an active neighborhood hub. The congregation lives out its vision of "making Christ known" by welcoming diverse people, gathering for worship and then scattering to serve neighbors, and inviting newcomers to connect informally over a cup of coffee. Central partners with organizations like the Volunteer Ministry Center, Caswell Manor, local schools and special‑needs providers, runs monthly community meals and support projects, and offers inclusive ministries such as a one‑on‑one buddies program and a long‑standing Beta class for adults with intellectual and developmental challenges. Worship is livestreamed with a downloadable worship guide, features a strong music program centered on a historic M.P. Möller pipe organ and chancel choir, and the church’s facilities are available for community use via usage request forms.
Service Times
Service: Sunday 10:40 AM
Worship Style
Traditional/Hymns
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📜Version History
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- Name:Central United Methodist Church
- Street Address:201 East Third Ave.
- Address Line 2:(removed)
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- Name:Central United Methodist Church
- Website URL:https://knoxcentralumc.org
- Summary:Located in the historic Fourth & Gill neighborhood just north of downtown Knoxville, Central UMC meets in a 1927 building listed on the National Register of Historic Places and continues to be an active neighborhood hub. The congregation lives out its vision of "making Christ known" by welcoming diverse people, gathering for worship and then scattering to serve neighbors, and inviting newcomers to connect informally over a cup of coffee. Central partners with organizations like the Volunteer Ministry Center, Caswell Manor, local schools and special‑needs providers, runs monthly community meals and support projects, and offers inclusive ministries such as a one‑on‑one buddies program and a long‑standing Beta class for adults with intellectual and developmental challenges. Worship is livestreamed with a downloadable worship guide, features a strong music program centered on a historic M.P. Möller pipe organ and chancel choir, and the church’s facilities are available for community use via usage request forms.
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Initial church data
Last updated: 2/7/2026