First Presbyterian Church
Chattanooga, TN
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Visit
554 McCallie AveChattanooga, TN 37402Gathering: Sunday 9:00am (contemporary)
When to go
Worship and gatherings
- Sunday9:00am · contemporary
- Sunday11:15am · traditional
About
Summary
First Presbyterian Church of Chattanooga is a Presbyterian Church in America (PCA) congregation committed to Reformed theology and the Westminster Confession of Faith. Services are held at 9:00am (contemporary) and 11:15am (traditional) in downtown Chattanooga at 554 McCallie Avenue. The church emphasizes spiritual development, relational connection, and missional engagement, with a focus on community and outreach.
Details
First Presbyterian Church of Chattanooga is a member congregation of the Presbyterian Church in America (PCA), rooted in Reformed theology and the Westminster Confession of Faith. The church offers two Sunday services: a contemporary service at 9:00am and a traditional service at 11:15am, both held in the historic downtown Chattanooga sanctuary at 554 McCallie Avenue (Visit page).
The church emphasizes spiritual development, relational connection, and missional engagement. It is known for its welcoming community and outreach efforts, with visitors noting the compassion and support they've received (Review 4). The church's ministries include small groups, local outreach, world missions, and various community programs (Ministries page).
Facilities include a sanctuary, parking lots, and a capital campaign underway for renovations to improve space efficiency and operations (Capital Campaign page). The church also offers childcare and nursery services for infants and toddlers during services (Visit page).
Newcomers are encouraged to arrive early to find parking and seating, and the church provides ushers to assist visitors. The church's website and social media platforms provide additional information and updates about events and services.
From Faith Near Me
First Presbyterian Church of Chattanooga offers a Reformed worship experience in a historic downtown setting, with contemporary and traditional Sunday services at 9:00am and 11:15am. Visitors can expect a welcoming community focused on spiritual growth, relational connection, and outreach, supported by facilities like childcare and active ministries for all ages.
Pros
- Clear Sunday service times with contemporary and traditional options
- Ministries for all ages, including childcare and nursery services
- Emphasis on community outreach and compassionate support
- Historic downtown sanctuary with dedicated parking assistance
- Active small groups and mission programs for spiritual engagement
Cons
- A past visitor reported a brief negative interaction when contacting the church for information
- Some attendees note unfamiliarity with hymn selections, which may affect worship experience
Reviews from around the web
Public comments we collected from listing sources. Not written on Faith Near Me.
- Tessa Mustaffaa month ago
I started attending First Presbyterian Church about 6 weeks ago. Pastor Ron and Pastor Gabe have a true gift for delivering passionate, powerful sermons that speak right to the heart. Their messages are inspiring and …
- William Dalton6 months ago
My name is terry Dalton. My aunt Annie Dalton attended your church over the years. She lived a block away on Summer Street. I became her conservator in 2019 she had several strokes over the preceding years and was diagnosed with vascular dementia. I relocated her to my home near Eustis Florida as she had no other family to take care of her the best I could. I was so impressed with how your church members followed her. She has received flowers birthday and Christmas cards from your church ever since she moved here. This year you sent her a giant muffin as well. Annie is now 95. You folks are the best
- Rachel Laskowskea year ago
Sermons are taught from Scripture passages. Community is built over worship and meals together. Many service opportunities in the city. God's Holy Spirit is at work.
- Cheri2 years ago
The people at First Presbyterian Church of Chattanooga has shown me so much compassion and support. Just when I needed it most, the Deacons Mercy Ministry demonstrated how much they believed in me, and the congregation embraced me as one of their own. I’ve been attending since 2010, and a member since 2012. All are welcome to worship and find fellowship here.
- Jak Carsten2 years ago
Lovely Christmas Eve service. The main Pastor (dont remember his name) gave a wonderful message. The historic building is very cool and beautiful. I’d go back… and I’m not even Presbyterian!
- Sherry Duncan Moss3 years ago
Attended a Memorial service at 1st Presbyterian, PCA. I had not been to a service here for quite some time as we are members of Wayside Presbyterian on Signal Mtn. But the new Sr Pastor, Gave, was excellent and helped make the service intimate and honoring to the family.
- Paulina Madaris4 years ago
Great new pastor! People are true salt. Music is not my favorite; never heard 75% of the hymns. Hard to worship when everyone is reading the words on the large screens.
- Phillip Fuller5 years ago
A caring and loving Church First Presbyterian Church of Chattanooga here and the people are very over friendly here and love to know who you are and all that and they don't judge like the other Churches in Chattanooga does and First Presbyterian Church of Chattanooga feels like Home there and got a good worship service there every Sunday morning and love the Choirs too and boy they can sing like professionals here and also nice to talk to and very friendly too and also World Missions Conforence they have every year in October is what I like the most here because every International person that comes to First Presbyterian Church of Chattanooga at World Missions Conforence every year in October is welcomed into the House of the Lord here and just love First Presbyterian Church of Chattanooga and would recommend anyone to go here because there's good people in this Congregation here that never judges and you can make friends easly here and everyone is welcomed here at First Presbyterian Church of Chattanooga!
- Pan Kayasita year ago
Great Gospel Church. Very humble Senior Pastor who teaches straight out of the scriptures
- Laura Montagna8 years ago
I contacted this church for help, and ask a few questions and the lady was rude and short with me as a us army veteran new to the area i will not be going here what happened to people being kind. I guess you judge and areonly welcoming to certain people
- Tom Hammett4 years ago
Always feels like home. Good choir and instruments. Not familiar with the new pastor yet.
- Shahab Afshar6 years ago
You can make friends and socialize with a lot of wonderful people there. I am an international student at UTC and I love this place
- Barry Snyder2 years ago
I was there for a Homeless Coalition Meeting. Beautiful space, and staff.
- Rebecca Wooten4 years ago
They help the community with programs within the church. Great staff and church family.
- linda simpkins3 years ago
Fi et tim at church here, enjoyed service on my birthday 🎂🎂🎉🎉 …
- Garrett Hughes7 years ago
Excellent pastor. Even as an athiest I was moved, changed. I highly recommend a visit.
- Fidel Castro8 years ago
Traditional service, good message and good people. Very welcoming.
- Billy Hamrick (Wild one)7 years ago
A truly blessed community of believers, very welcoming and caring.
- Missy Griscom5 years ago
I use to be member but after high school I did not go as they treated me badly snobbish
- Martha Meeks6 years ago
I attended this church after a long period of homelessness, now I know what home truly is
Services and facilities
Services
- Small Groups
- Local Outreach
- World Missions
- Music & Worship
- Congregational Care
- Men'S Ministry
- Women'S Ministry
- College Ministry
- Youth Ministry
- Children'S Ministry
Facilities
- Sanctuary
- Parking Lots
- Capital Campaign For Renovations
Events and programs
Homeless Coalition Meeting
Connect
- Contact page
- Open contact page