Are You Looking For a Church Home?
First Presbyterian Church, Nashville extends a warm welcome in the name of Christ to all who worship with us. As you become a member of FPC, it is our hope that you will grow in your faith and support the church to the best of your ability. We have high expectations of all our members and want you to find your place of service in our church. We will try to stimulate and motivate you so that you will be a blessing to others by:
- Attending worship regularly
- Studying the Word of God through regular Bible study
- Finding a place to serve
- Giving intentionally and generously of your material wealth, time, talents, and spiritual gifts
Joining First Presbyterian Church of Nashville
Please speak to one of the pastors about your desire to join First Presbyterian Church. They are available to talk with you following any worship service, or you may contact Dr. Sandra Randleman at 615-298-9502, or Julia Wilk, our Connections and Engagement Coordinator, at 615-298-9509.
If you are interested in joining First Presbyterian Church of Nashville, the following items are important for your membership:
- Attending the Inquirers Class
- Attending the Covenant Service and Introduction of New Members
- The Covenant Service is when you actually join the church and meet with elders. This takes place during a Sunday School hour.
- The Introduction of New Members is during the 11:00 worship service in the Sanctuary, following the Covenant Service.
How To Become a Member
There are three ways to become a member of First Presbyterian Church:
1. Profession of Faith – One becomes an active member of the church through faith in Jesus Christ as Savior and acceptance of His Lordship in all of life. Baptism and a public profession of faith in Jesus as Lord are the visible signs of entrance into the active membership of the church.
2. Reaffirmation of Faith – It is sometimes the case that persons who previously made a profession of faith and became active members in a particular church are unable to secure a certificate of transfer or other evidence of church membership. After instruction and examination by the church Session, these persons shall reaffirm publicly their profession of faith and their acceptance of responsibility in the life of the church.
3. Transfer of Certificate – If you are active in another Christian church, you may join First Presbyterian Church by transfer of certificate. After you join, the church secretary writes to your former church for the letter or other evidence of church membership.
If you wish to join and/or learn about the history, beliefs, ministries, and mission of First Presbyterian Church and the Presbyterian (USA) denomination, you are encouraged to attend an Inquirers Class, which meets periodically throughout the year.
Upcoming Inquirer Classes
NOVEMBER
- Saturday, November 4 – Inquirers Class 9:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. in Session Room
- Sunday, November 12 New Members Join 9:50-10:45 a.m., in Cheek House Dining Room
- New Members Introduced in worship (11:00 a.m. service)
REGISTRATION REQUIRED– Click HERE to register.
2024
JANUARY
- Sundays, January 7, 14, 21, 28 – Inquirers Class 9:50-10:45 a.m. in Room L-204
- Sunday, February 4 New Members Join 9:50-10:45 a.m. in Cheek House Dining Room
- New Members Introduced in worship (11:00 a.m. service)
APRIL
- Saturday, April TBD – Inquirers Class 9:00 a.m.–1:00 p.m. in Session Room
- Sunday, April 21st New Members Join 9:50-10:45 a.m. in Cheek House Dining Room
- New Members Introduced in worship (11:00 a.m. service)
