• Emma Lankford Baptism

    Emma Lankford Baptism

    On September 14TH, during our 8:45am service we had the opportunity to hear the profession of faith and celebrate the baptism of Emma Lankford Read more

  • Baby Coming Soon!

    Baby Coming Soon!

    Dylan & Molly Sparks are expecting a baby boy soon! Sutton Charles is due to arrive at the end of September. They are registered at babylist.com if anyone would like to send them a gift or it can left at the church and Alice will deliver it to them. Read more

  • Welcome New Members Tim and Debbie Noonkester

    Welcome New Members Tim and Debbie Noonkester

    We are excited to welcome Tim and Debbie Noonkester as the newest members of Cookeville First Cumberland Presbyterian Church. They joined the church on September 7th during our 8:45am service. Read more

  • We Had a Great Time Worshipping…!!

    We Had a Great Time Worshipping…!!

    We had a great time worshipping, eating and fellowshipping outside on Sunday, August 31st! “Thank You” to all who made the day possible! Read more

  • 2025 VBS Highlights!

    2025 VBS Highlights!

    A special thank you to all who served as leaders, helpers and to Jodi Smith who served as coordinator for the event! Read more

  • Scout Troop 20 Sets Sail at Sea Base!

    Scout Troop 20 Sets Sail at Sea Base!

    In early July Scout Troop 20 enjoyed an unforgettable experience at the Sea Base High Adventure Camp in the Florida Keys. The Scouts enjoyed sailing, snorkeling, kayaking, fishing, and soaking up plenty of sunshine along the way. We’re excited to welcome them home! Read more

  • Welcome Jeffery and Gigi Penticuff!

    Welcome Jeffery and Gigi Penticuff!

    We are excited to welcome Jeffery and Gigi Penticuff as the newest members of Cookeville First Cumberland Presbyterian Church! They joined the church on July 13th during our 8:45am service. Read more

  • Our Scouts had a great time at Boxwell Scout Reservation the Week of June 9th!

    Our Scouts had a great time at Boxwell Scout Reservation the Week of June 9th!

    The Scouts took part in an incredible variety of activities, including archery, shotgun shooting, welding, woodworking, snorkeling, fishing, swimming, robotics, kayaking, astronomy, first aid, animation, painting, geocaching and plumbing!!!! It was a week full of learning, adventure, and fun! Read more

  • Welcome New Members Jay & Jackie Duncan!

    Welcome New Members Jay & Jackie Duncan!

    We are excited to welcome Jay and Jackie Duncan as the newest members of Cookeville First Cumberland Presbyterian Church! Jay and Jackie joined the church on June 8th during our 8:45 am service. Read more

  • Troop 20 News

    Troop 20 News

    Scouts from Troop 20 helped place flags at Crestlawn for our annual Memorial Day Flag placement. Also – big news from Scout Troop 20! After ten years of faithful service, longtime Scoutmaster Daniel Buckner has stepped down. Thank you, Mr. Daniel, for your dedication and leadership – we’re grateful for all you’ve done! Stepping into […] Read more

  • Yard Sale a Great Success!

    Yard Sale a Great Success!

    The Cumberland Presbyterian Women’s Ministry expresses their utmost in gratitude for your contributions to making their Yard Sale a tremendous success! The ladies netted $6,450.00 for their work in organizing and selling your generous donations. Our appreciation to all those that gave donations of sale items/financial contributions, helped organize/work the sale, picked up donations, those […] Read more

  • Welcome Pete Findley

    Welcome Pete Findley

    We are excited to welcome Pete Findley as the newest member of Cookeville First Cumberland Presbyterian Church. Pete joined the church on February 16th during our 8:45 am service. Read more

  • New Members Gene White & Donna Larsen

    New Members Gene White & Donna Larsen

    We are excited to welcome Gene White and Donna Larsen as the newest members of Cookeville First Cumberland Presbyterian Church! They joined the church on January 26th during our 8:45am service. Welcome Gene and Donna! Read more

  • 2025 Youth Retreat

    2025 Youth Retreat

    In January our youth group spent a weekend “fellowshipping”, learning and planning for the future. We are thankful to Ashley for her leadership with the group! Read more

  • Download the FCPC Smartphone App

    Download the FCPC Smartphone App

    For our smartphone users, there is a new church app available to you. While we are still learning to use all of its features, I hope you will consider downloading it and using the tools you will find there. It can be downloaded using the QR code displayed with this article. If you need help, […] Read more

  • Welcome Bill & Janna Greer

    Welcome Bill & Janna Greer

    We are excited to welcome Bill and Janna Greer as the newest members of Cookeville First Cumberland Presbyterian Church. They joined the church on December 22nd during our 11:00 am service. Read more

  • Thank You! Gifts for Priority House

    Thank You! Gifts for Priority House

    Thanks to all who donated!! Feeding 18 men once a month at Priority House has been one of our church’s mission projects for the last few years. The Priority House is a transition home for men leaving jail, giving them support and counseling before they begin living independent lives. We would love to be able […] Read more

  • New Members Gene & Vicki Schmid

    New Members Gene & Vicki Schmid

    We are excited to welcome Gene and Vicki Schmid as the newest members of Cookeville First Cumberland Presbyterian Church! They joined the church on December 8th during our 11:00 am service. Read more

  • Troop 20 Scouts in Action at Edgar Evins State Park

    Troop 20 Scouts in Action at Edgar Evins State Park

    Our Scouts are hard at work again! The boys from Troop 20 recently lent a hand to the rangers at Edgar Evins State Park, clearing brush to prepare a site for a new historical exhibit. It’s a great example of how our Scouts are actively giving back to the community and helping preserve local history! Read more

  • “This is Living Ministries” Brunch

    “This is Living Ministries” Brunch

    On November 12th the Sonshine Circle hosted a brunch for “This is Living Ministries”. They are a Christ-centered reentry program for women. Several clients and counselors attended. We are thankful for the good work of our women’s groups and all organizations that seek to serve and help our community members. Read more

  • New Member – Tony Smith

    New Member – Tony Smith

    We are excited to welcome Tony Smith as the newest member of Cookeville First Cumberland Presbyterian Church! Tony joined our church on November 17th during our 11:00am service. Read more

  • Troop 20 Community Service and Veterans Day Parade

    Troop 20 Community Service and Veterans Day Parade

    Last Saturday, Troop 20 spent the morning picking up trash along Maple Avenue and 10th Street near our church. Armed with gloves, trash bags, and plenty of energy, we collected five full bags of litter, helping to keep our local area clean and beautiful! We hope to make this a regular service project in the […] Read more

  • New Member – Cindy Furcean

    New Member – Cindy Furcean

    We are excited to welcome Cindy Furcean as a new member of Cookeville First Cumberland Presbyterian Church. Cindy joined the church on October 27th during our 8:45am service. Read more

  • Joy Club Trip

    Joy Club Trip

    In October members of our Joy Club traveled to Chattanooga for a Fall Leaves Tour. We enjoyed lunch together in Dunlap and toured a couple of churches together. If you have trips that you would like us to take, please let Kathie Chapman or Christian know. Read more

  • Collections for Hurricane Relief

    The Cumberland Presbyterian denomination continues the collection of monetary donations to go toward the devastation brought about by Hurricane Helene. 100% of donations given will be used to help those in affected areas. Those gifts can be sent to the denomination in four differentways: Read more

  • Welcome to the World Jeremiah Gentry

    Welcome to the World Jeremiah Gentry

    Cole and Kiana Gentry welcomed Jeremiah Jakub Layne Gentry into the world on October 21, 2024. He weighed in at 8 lbs, 10 oz and was 21 inches long. Congratulations to Cole and Kiana on the start of a new family! Read more

  • Operation Christmas Child Shoeboxes

    Operation Christmas Child Shoeboxes

    Belinda Wynne, Nancy Rector, Peggy Rittenberry, Paula Lafever and Beverly Halfacre, along with Janna Greer and Mary Beth (Peggy’s daughter) recently assembled 356 Operation Christmas Child Shoeboxes. We will announce work days for filling shoeboxes in November. Read more

  • New Members – Welcome Larry & Jo Ann Strainer

    New Members – Welcome Larry & Jo Ann Strainer

    We are excited to welcome Larry and Jo Ann Strainer as the newest members of Cookeville First Cumberland Presbyyterian Church. They joined our church on September 8th during our 8:45 am service. Read more