Visit
1750 Union AveMemphis, TN 38104Gathering: Thursday 4:30 PM (Meal Program)
When to go
Worship and gatherings
- Thursday4:30 PM · Meal Program
About
Summary
Idlewild Presbyterian Church, founded in 1944, is a historic and inclusive congregation in Memphis, TN. Known for its welcoming community, it offers a range of programs including childcare, meal services, and youth activities, while serving as a pillar of support for those in need.
Details
Idlewild Presbyterian Church, established in 1944, is a historic congregation in Memphis, TN, known for its welcoming community and inclusive spirit. The church features beautiful wooden details and a pipe organ, with a sanctuary that reflects its rich heritage. Services emphasize community outreach, offering support to those in need through meal programs, Narcotics Anonymous meetings, and other initiatives. Visitors often note the inspiring sermons, warm hospitality, and the church's role in providing essential services to the community.
Reviews from around the web
Public comments we collected from listing sources. Not written on Faith Near Me.
- Rory McCrory3 years ago
Idlewild Presbyterian Church in Memphis, TN is a truly remarkable place of worship. This historic church, founded in 1944, has been a pillar of the community for decades and continues to serve as a welcoming and inclusive congregation to …
- tonimsba year ago
Beautiful historic church ⛪️! Very professional staff!
- dredrick moore3 months ago
They take great care of your children
- Tarresse Taylor7 years ago
Such a beautiful church. Not a lot of diversity but the people are really nice and they do a lot for the community. Mrs Jenny is a saint. She's sweet and very kind. Mrs Elizabeth is one of the sweetest lady you will ever meet. She cares …
- Frankie Wade7 years ago
My usual place of worship where all are welcome to come and worship God! Lots of children, some of which sang a special today. The sanctuary is beautifully decorated for Christmas with poinsettias and greenery. But it is always a beautiful place to pause in God's presence.
- Henry Steele4 years ago
I am Meal Chumper/ and on Thursdays at this Devout and Loving Church at 4:30/ I can feast upon Chicken/ Burgers/ Salads/ Coffee/ Tea and Much More/ …
- justin williams (Elle)8 months ago
More than a meal is always superb just as its name ♥️♥️♥️
- ANN STAR6 years ago
VERY SWEET PEOPLE, LOVING STAFF THAT LOVE GOD AND THE PEOPLE THEY SERVE.. GOD BLESS AND FAVOR YOU ALL AND YOUR FAMILIES. THANKS FOR CARING AND SHARING YOUR TIME TO BLESS EXPERIENCING HARD TIMES. THANKS TO ALL THE COOKS, VOLUNTEERS, STAFFS..HAPPY NEW YEAR!😊❤🎊🎉 …
- Larry Thompson7 years ago
The architecture of this church and the artwork is beautiful, including the stonework and the old wooden doors. It's beautiful.
- Nicole Garrard, PhD, LMSW, BSW6 years ago
They allow us to have NA meetings there. Grateful so I can continue to work on my recovery!
- Dwight R Wade III8 years ago
Inspiring Easter service, moving music, warm reception, much kindness and hospitality shown, transforming sermon. Felt much renewed as a devotee.
- Tenecia Whitinga year ago
They have everything on their website everything is put together well
- Anthony Versace,Jr7 years ago
Its a friendly place. Church service for homeless and a hot meal on Thursday nights. Also aa on thursday evening, NA tuesday evening and HA on wed evening.
- Kandy Rain3 months ago
Loved it
- lanette Wiggins-White-Whitelow3 years ago
My Granddaughter had her 5th Promational Program here. I am so proud of her 🥰. Th …
- Aramis Johnson5 years ago
I go there for Food Bank Food drive. Idlewild blesses us with food to feed my family. This church is. A God sent 🙌🙌🙌 …
- Joe Barnard7 years ago
Beautiful church with wonderful wooden details on the inside and a very nice pipe organ.
- Dianne Townsend7 years ago
Love this church. Nice service, beautiful inside and out.
- keith colea year ago
A beautiful welcoming historic church with wonderful preaching.
- Daniel Militello5 years ago
I visited in September 2019 and I got a special tour of their carillon, And I even got to play it.
Services and facilities
Services
- Childcare
- Youth Group
- Meal Program (Thursdays At 4:30 Pm)
- Community Outreach
- Na Meetings (Narcotics Anonymous)
- Narcotics Anonymous (Tuesday Evenings)
- Alcoholics Anonymous (Thursday Evenings)
- Heroin Anonymous (Wednesday Evenings)
Facilities
- Sanctuary
- Historic Architecture
- Stonework And Wooden Doors
- Pipe Organ
- Carillon
Events and programs
Carillon Tour
Occasional
Special tours of the church's carillon are occasionally available, with visitors sometimes able to play it.