Welcome!
Church History
Organized in 1841 with thirty charter members by the Rev. Isaac S. Bonham, the Greeneville CP Church has pointed its spire heavenward since 1860 from its present location on North Main and Church Streets. We are located in the heart of historic Greeneville TN. Here Pastor John P. Holtsinger began construction of the first unit of the present building on a lot purchased from the then-Senator -- and later, President -- Andrew Johnson for $1200. This spot has been the scene of a Cumberland Presbyterian Newspaper, The American Presbyterian, edited by the Rev. Joseph B. Dobson in the 1850’s. For a complete article on the history of this Church, follow this link to: Church History
A Message From the Pastor
"You will discover grace here in the music on Sunday mornings, in the Sunday school lessons and around the table during Wednesday night meals. Most of all, you will find it in the relationships we have with one another. Those relationships are not flawless, but they are full of God’s love and mercy."
What does it mean to be a Cumberland Presbyterian?
The Cumberland Presbyterian Church (CPC) began almost 200 years ago during the fiery revivals of the early 1800's now referenced as "the Second Great Awakening." Today the CPC spans the globe, but is most prominent in the mid and southeastern United States.
We follow the Presbyterian form of church government where the business and life of the church is managed by Elders elected to three year terms by the congregation at the annual Denomination Supper. The terms are staggered so that there are always new elders working with those who have already served one or two years of their term.
We baptize infants when the parents are eager to commit to the responsibility of Christian parenthood and adult believers, but always with the clear understanding that it is one's clear profession of faith that mark's one as Christ's own. The Bible is our ultimate standard for all matters of faith and practice.
If you would like to know more about being a Cumberland Presbyterian, the pastor would welcome the opportunity to talk with you more about it. Copies of our Confession of Faith with scriptural references are always available upon request.
Sunday Sermons and Scripture Readings
Sunday Sermons are an opportunity to relate Biblical teachings to our daily lives and to ponder the messages of the Good News. While we are sometimes challenged by the lessons, we are always strengthened by the Word. To access the most recent Sunday sermon or the previous sermons, see Sunday's Sermon or Sunday Sermon Archives. You will also find a link to this week's scripture on the Sunday's Sermon page and links to past Readings at Scripture Readings.
The lessons and Gospel are from the New Revised Standard Version of the Bible.
The Church Reminder
We have a weekly newletter which keeps the church community informed of people in need of prayers and concerns, Church news, upcoming events, and other information to be shared. Follow this link to read our current Church Reminder. We hope you will visit us sometime soon!
