Concord United Methodist Church | October 29, 2026

Celebrating Joan De Tar’s 24 Years of Service

 

Please join us as we honor Joan De Tar, who is retiring after 23 years of faithful employment with Concord United. Her many years of ministry have touched countless lives in our church family, and we invite everyone to help send her off with gratitude and joy.

 

Sunday, November 8, 10 AM, East Corridor - Stop by for a reception in Joan’s honor. Baskets will be on the table for cards, so be sure to bring a note of thanks or a favorite memory to share with her.

 

Wednesday, November 11, Concord Community Nights - Come celebrate Joan’s many years of ministry at Concord United during our Community Nights gathering.

SERVING OTHERS

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MOBILIZING KNOXVILLE – Saturday, October 31

Mobilizing Knoxville hosts monthly workdays where minor car repairs are completed for free or at low-cost for approved clients. Volunteers of all skills are needed to make these workdays a success. The next date at Thomas Tuning and Service located at 10630 Checkerboard Ln, Knoxville, TN 37932 is this Saturday, October 31. Click HERE to sign up to help.


SPOOKTACULAR APPLE CROP DROP – THIS Saturday, October 31

We’ll get started at 9am and hope to be finished by noon. Bring your friends and family…everyone is welcome to help. Also, since it’s Halloween, let’s dress up in costumes (that we can work in, of course) and have some spooktacular fun!! There will also be apple cider, coffee and doughnuts!


PROJECT LINUS – Wednesday, November 4

Join us for our Project Linus meeting on Wednesday, November 4 at 5 pm in Room 59.  Come support our mission to bless children facing illness, trauma or loss with the gift of a new handmade blanket. We have supplies to share, plus a devotional and project demonstration.  Please contact LeighAnna Colgrove for more info: leighanna.colgrove@yahoo.com. 


CRAFT FAIR – Saturday, November 14

Calling all bakers and creatives! We’re looking for homemade cakes, pies, and sweet treats to sell at the Craft Fair. It’s a great way to support missions and share your talents. Interested in helping? Email us at missions@concordunited.org. We also need help in our booth. If you can accept the baked goods on Friday, Nov 13 or work in the booth selling our goods on Saturday, Nov 14. Go to the events page by clicking HERE and sign up. Thanks!


SHOPPES OF CONCORD – Sunday, November 15

Start your Sunday with a hot breakfast and holiday shopping in the Gym! You’ll find apple butter, applesauce, baked goodies, calendars, pecans, and more — perfect for Christmas gifts! Proceeds support Concord United Missions, CADES, and United Women in Faith. If you can help prepare the breakfast food or help with selling the items, go to the events page by clicking HERE and sign up. If you have any questions about either of these events, reach out to Jane Currin or Marilyn Giles at missions@concordunited.org 


BAGEL BAGGERS NEEDED

After bagels are gleaned from Panera and Einstein, a group meets on Wednesday to bag them and have them ready for distribution to are food pantries. If you would like to help with this ministry, once a month or once a quarter, please contavct Debra Smith at dcsmith6@aol.com

 

THE THRIFT STORE

The Thrift Store needs your donations! As you set up for the holidays, consider cleaning the house and bringing your items to our store. We are in need of everything—but decor, seasonal items, and knick-knacks are always on our bestseller list. If you are interested in volunteering at the store, please reach out to mmcneil@concordunited.org for info. We have a variety of ways to serve from sitting and folding grocery bags to use at the checkout to furniture pickups where you need strong muscles. 

 

COATS FOR THE COLD

This year’s KARM Coats for the Cold drive has begun. Collection: October 19-November 6, Distribution: November 16- December 5. We hope that you will consider donating any gently-used or new coats. While all coats are welcome, each year they find they especially need children’s coats and adult coats sized XL and above. PLEASE TAKE YOUR COATS TO ANY OF THE KARM STORES OR ANY PRESTIGE CLEANERS LOCATION.

 

NOVEMBER PANTRY LIST

Requested pantry items: Boxed stuffing, Turkey Gravy Dry Mix Packets, no glass jars, Chicken Broth, Vegetable oil, 40 oz. plastic bottles, Boxed au gratin potatoes, Macaroni and cheese and Reusable shopping bags. Drop off on the silver rack in the connector or outside the Worship Center under the covered drive. And you can always help with a financial donation at ConcordUnited.org/give and select Food Pantry or with a check with Food Pantry in the memo line. Thanks for helping support our pantry.

READY TO TAKE YOUR NEXT STEP IN SERVING? 

At Concord, we believe that God calls us all to serve, there is a place for all to serve, and there is a need for all to serve. You can serve through opportunities within the walls of the church, beyond the walls of the church, or in one-time opportunities. Check out https://concordunited.org/serve/ for more information.

GROWING IN FAITH

ADULT MINISTRY

CALLING ALL MEN: 1st SUNDAYS

United Methodist Men (UMM) Breakfast and CAM Connect Group

MEN! Our next monthly breakfast and small group is Sunday, November 1st at 7:45am. We hope you’ll join us for breakfast and fellowship in the Fellowship Hall. To be included in the breakfast headcount, please contact Chuck Parmele, 865-414-4463 (text) or parmelecc@aol.com. 


MEN'S CONNECT GROUP - At 10am in the Room 243, the CAM Connect Group will meet for Bible study and discussion. We hope you'll join us!

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STUDENT MINISTRY

SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 1

10:00-10:50AM Small Groups

Join us upstairs in the Students Area for Sunday Small Groups.


TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 3

8:00- 4:00 Operation Backyard. If you are registered, keep an eye on your email for more information!


WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 4

3:30 - Coffee House

5:00 - Youth Choir

5:30-6:30 - CCN Dinner & Worship

6:45-8:00 - REVIVE


NOVEMBER 6-8 HARVEST CAMP

Parents, please watch your email for information about a parent meeting and details for the weekend.

KIDS MINISTRY


SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 1

NURSERY/PRESCHOOL SMALL GROUPS

8:50AM - NOON Nursery and Pre-K Programming

 

SUNDAY MORNING SMALL GROUPS

10AM - 10:50AM


11:00 - This week we will celebrate Communion as a church family. We invite kids to stay with their grown ups for the entire service. Activity bags and Pastor Points will be available for all kids!


WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 4

5:30-6:30 - CCN Dinner and Worship

6:30-8:00 - Nursery/PreK available

6:30-7:30 - Ignite

7:30-8:00 - Kids Hangout

THIS & THAT


CADES NEEDS YOUR HELP - Please donate handmade items to sell at the craft fair! For more info, contact cadesprogramdirector@concordunited.org - 865-675-2835.


ARTISAN CRAFT FAIR - Saturday, November 14 - 9AM-2PM - Worship Center - Local artists and crafters, bake sale and apple butter

OUR GIFTS


We have received gifts as follows:


In memory of Frances Harris to the Memorial fund and Building fund

In memory of Paul Garrison to the Music fund

In memory of Will Pugh to CADES

In memory of Charlie Huddleston to CADES

OUR LIVES


The congregation mourns the loss of Marian Davis, Concord member since October 22, 2017, who died on October 28.

PASTOR ON CALL

October 31-November 1

Wil Cantrell - 865-288-7424

MENTAL HEALTH HOTLINE

855-CRISIS-1; 855-274-7471


SUNDAY WORSHIP


NOVEMBER 1, 2026

All Saint's Sunday


Traditional 9AM & 11AM

Sermon: The Truth About Life

Scripture: John 11:25;

John 11:17-27

Pastor: Sabine Collins


Hymns:

Sing With All the Saints in Glory - UMH 702

Easter People, Raise Your Voices - UMH 304


Contemporary 9AM & 11AM

Sermon: The Truth About Life

Scripture: John 11:25;

John 11:17-27

Pastor: Wil Cantrell



COMMUNITY CARE NIGHT


NOVEMBER 4, 2026


5:15 PM – Free Community Meal

Menu: Chicken, Broccoli, Rice Casserole, Rolls


6:15 PM – Worship

Message: We are Better Together

Scripture: Exodus 17:8-15

Speaker: Becca Means


6:30 PM – All Ages Groups & Activities

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Invite your friends to join you!

Concord United Methodist Church | 11020 Roane Drive, Knoxville, TN 37934

865-966-6728 | ConcordUnited.org