Our Upcoming Events

Lent Worship Series - The Last Supper: Conversations That Led to the Cross

Walk with Jesus from Palm Sunday to Easter through his most memorable parables. Through stories of reckless sowers, searching shepherds, prodigal parents, and open invitations, we discover a God who refuses to take no for an answer. This series draws on the book by the same title written by Will Willimon. There will also be an opportunity for sermon talk-back and discussion on Monday evenings. See below.

• Sunday, Feb. 22nd – Sowing, Seeking, Finding
• Sunday, March 1st – Open Invitation
• Sunday, March 8th – Feasting with the Found
• Sunday, March 15th – Crumbs from the Table
• Sunday, March 22nd – Refusing the Host
• Sunday, March 29th – Palm Sunday – The Host Who Becomes the Meal
• Sunday, April 5th – Easter Sunday – The First Meal, Again
  
  

MANY WAYS TO GIVE AND SUPPORT THE MINISTRIES OF MCC KNOXVILLE

Please use your preferred method to give. We want it to be easy and convenient for you. Giving is a blessing for the giver and receiver. We thank you for your support of this church.

If you tend to give weekly, twice a month, or monthly, consider setting up a recurring gift. Set it up one time and it’s done. Recurring gifts are very helpful to the church’s cash flow.

Your options:

• Cash or check in the offering plate
• Mail a check to 7820 Redeemer Lane, Knoxville, TN 37919
• Set it up through your bank using auto bill pay. They will mail us your check.
• Donate through the website: www.MCCKnoxville.org/donate
• Text2Give number at 865-509-9980

For all online or text2give donors, you will need to set-up your account on your first use of the system. It’s fast and easy! Use the drop-down menus to choose General Fund or another fund and a one-time gift or recurring gift. Let us know if you have any difficulty. This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

NEW Spiritual Nurture Opportunities for the Season of Lent

We encourage you to consider joining a six-week Lenten Study. There are four groups to choose from and three topics. One meets onsite and three meet on Zoom. Form connections with others as we share spiritual learning and growth. “The Last Supper” will involve feedback from Sunday’s sermon and guided small group discussion. The other two studies utilize short video segments and guided discussion questions. There is no advanced preparation required for any of these groups. For those who wish to go deeper, each study has a book available that you could purchase and read along.

See below for details of each option...

The Last Supper: Conversations That Led to the Cross (Online)

Mondays at 6:00 PM Eastern (Not 5:30 PM)
Location: Zoom

The Last Supper: Conversations that Led to the Cross by Will Willimon. Through stories of reckless sowers, searching shepherds, prodigal parents, and open invitations, we discover a God who refuses to take no for an answer. Share in “dinner conversation” as we discuss Sunday’s message and dig in with guided questions.

• Feb 23rd
• Mar 2nd
• Mar 9th
• Mar 16th
• Mar 23rd
• Mar 30th

Join Zoom Meeting https://us02web.zoom.us/j/8644385469?pwd=S3VHY0xOcnFXUlFEZUx2ek11TGtvZz09&omn=86946731387
Meeting ID: 864 438 5469
Passcode: 1940

Entering the Passion of Jesus: A Beginner’s Guide to Holy Week 

Monday Group (Online)
Mondays at 7:30 PM Eastern (Not 7:00 PM)
Location: Zoom

Tuesday Touchstone Group (Online)
Tuesdays at Noon Eastern
Location: Zoom

Entering the Passion of Jesus: A Beginner’s Guide to Holy Week by Amy-Jill Levine. Jewish New Testament scholar Levine delves into the history and literature surrounding the last days of Jesus’ life, setting the narrative in historical context and analyzing the risks and motives of the characters. From Jesus’ triumphal entry into Jerusalem to his prayerful agony in Gethsemane, Levine brings forward aspects and details that open doors for beginners and seasoned readers of the Bible.

• Feb 23rd & 24th - Jerusalem: Risking Reputation
• Mar 2nd & 3rd - The Temple: Risking Righteous Anger
• Mar 9th & 10th - Teachings: Risking Challenge
• Mar 16th & 17th - The First Dinner: Risking Rejection
• Mar 23rd & 24th - The Last Supper: Risking the Loss of Friends
• Mar 30th & 31st - Gethsemane: Risking Temptation

Both groups use the same link (new for Tuesday Touchstone)...
Join Zoom Meeting https://us02web.zoom.us/j/8644385469?pwd=S3VHY0xOcnFXUlFEZUx2ek11TGtvZz09&omn=86946731387
Meeting ID: 864 438 5469
Passcode: 1940

The Way: Walking in the Footsteps of Jesus

Lunch 'n Learn Group (In Person)
Wednesdays at 12:30 PM Eastern
Location: MCC Knoxville

The Lunch ‘n Learn group is studying The Way: Walking in the Footsteps of Jesus by Adam Hamilton. Walk alongside Jesus’ life and ministry as we visit the very places Jesus journeyed and taught. This video series will take us to the Jordan River, Capernaum, the Sea of Galilee, Samaria, and Jerusalem. Our discussions will dig into Jesus’ baptism and temptation, his healing ministry, his teachings, and his final week of life.

• Feb 25th - Baptisim and Temptation
• Mar 4th - The Healing Ministry
• Mar 11th - Proclaiming the Kingdom
• Mar 18th - Calming the Storm
• Mar 25th - Sinners, Outcasts and the Poor
• Apr 1st - The Final Week
  
  

Friday Night Game Night - Trivia (In Person)
Friday, February 27th at 7:00 PM Eastern
Location: MCC Knoxville

This month at MCC Knoxville, the Friday Night Game Night theme will be Group Trivia!

Join us on Friday, February 27th at 7:00 PM. All are welcome to join in the fun and fellowship. Invite a friend. Admission is free. Bring a snack to share if you would like.

Our very own Lavinia Heart will be serving as our Mistress of Ceremonies this month. You don't want to miss her! With a little encouragement, she might even perform a short number at half-time. 

If you are able, Lavinia asks that you bring a can or two of chicken noodle, tomato, or vegetable soup to help our church food pantry.

Monthly Board Meeting (Online)
Thursday, March 12th at 6:30 PM Eastern
Location: Zoom

Our monthly Board meetings are typically held on the second Thursday of the month. They are open for our members to attend.

Our monthly Board Meetings are held virtually. You can join them by using the following Zoom link:

Zoom link: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/93963675351?pwd=WG1LS1c0QWlzem5ZekgwaWNPdnpPZz09
Meeting ID: 939 6367 5351
Passcode: Genesis

Zoom phone number: 646-558-8656  (passcode 429791 followed by #)
 

Adult Coloring and Conversation (In Person)
Friday, March 13th at 1:00 PM Eastern
Location: MCC Knoxville

Join us for Adult Coloring at MCC Knoxville on the second Friday of each month at 1:00 PM.

Enjoy adult coloring while you relax and chat. You can bring your own supplies, but there are always plenty of coloring options to share.

Homosexuality and the Bible – Online, On-Demand Learning

Through Mobilizing Love Ministries, Rev. Colleen Darraugh now offers a 10-session online, self-paced course: Homosexuality and the Bible: Does the Bible Really Condemn Homosexuality?

The course is $15, however, for a limited time, there is a discount coupon code FREEMCC which makes this course free for you! Check it out. If you wish to support this outreach, don’t use the code (wink, wink).

https://mobilizing-love1.teachable.com/p/homosexuality-and-the-bible-does-the-bible-really-condemn-homosexuality

Knoxville Gay Men's Discussion Group (On Site and Online)
Mondays from 7:30 PM to 9:00 PM Eastern
Location: TVUUC (2931 Kingston Pike) and Zoom

Join Us!

We invite you to attend any of our functions.  Come as you are.  Sunday worship services are at 11 a.m.  You may reach us during office hours by phone - (865) 531-2539, by e-mail This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it., or through the other methods listed on our Contact Us page.

Communal memory takes shape when we share our stories. In those stories is our longing and yearning for peace, for love, for acceptance, for freedom, equality and justice. In those yearnings is a search for the truth of Spirit.

If you are looking for a spiritual home, come visit us here at Metropolitan Community Church at Knoxville and listen to the voice of the Holy speak to you through the voices of diversity, community, social justice and prayer. We welcome people of many beliefs and backgrounds into the holy space of worship, and pray that you will find justice and peace wherever Spirit leads you.