The Minister’s Discretionary Fund – Extending Christ’s Compassion

At First Presbyterian Church of Bristol, TN, we believe that faith is best lived out through action. Each month, our mission focus highlights a way we can collectively serve as Christ’s hands and feet in the world. This December, we turn our hearts toward one of the most vital ministries of our church: The Minister’s Discretionary Fund.

…but Spring 2026 is coming!

We hope you enjoyed gathering with friends and neighbors and now have some new perspectives from our Fall Home Group series on the Fruit of the Spirit, which has now concluded. If you wish to access this or numerous past semester studies for your personal growth in God’s Word, click here.

We’re excited for the Spring 2026 Home Group study, which is set to begin during the week of January 12-18, 2026. Watch for an announcement here and in the FPC’s Windows newsletter.

Recognized biblically as a gift, hospitality invites treating others with kindness, and mirroring the grace that we have received in Christ. For some, hospitality may be experienced in a simple phone call, or a note of encouragement, perhaps even a conversation over a cup of coffee. For others, hospitality is experienced through the gift of food, with a meal received at the right moment.

At FPC we have a very active Care Committee (Congregational Care) who share the gift of hospitality in each of these ways as well as other ways. Would you consider exploring your gift for hospitality with the church?

Join Pastor Gary each week for prayer. Every Wednesday morning at 10:30 a.m. in the Chapel, Gary and staff will be gathering with any and all who would like to pray.

No need to sign up, just show up!

Women’s Bible Study meets Thursdays from 1:00 - 2:30 p.m. in room 123 at the church.

On December 11, we will conclude our study of 1 Corinthians with a covered dish luncheon and Christmas project.

All women of the church and guests are welcome to join this group at any time. New participants are always welcome!

We will be taking a break for the holidays, but please plan to join us when we resume on January 15.

Come to the church parlor on Thursday’s at 7:00 a.m. for coffee, fellowship, and Bible study.