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Wednesday Night Family Groups provide Memphis families with intentional community, biblical teaching, and practical support in a mid-week setting. They create space for spiritual growth, authentic relationships, and family discipleship: offering rest and connection in the middle of hectic schedules while building lasting friendships rooted in faith. When Life Feels Like a Treadmill Let's be honest: life in Memphis moves fast. Between school drop-offs, work deadlines, soccer

Yes, we believe a supernatural revival is possible in Memphis. As a Pentecostal lighthouse, First Assembly Memphis seeks a fresh outpouring of the Holy Spirit, similar to the SEU Outpouring, to bring healing, salvation, and spiritual renewal to Cordova and the greater 901 community. At First Assembly Memphis, our mission is to lead people into a growing relationship with Jesus. We believe that a genuine move of God transforms lives, restores families in Shelby County, and pro

Yes. Memphis is experiencing real momentum, crime down 40%, historic investments in housing and jobs, and a renewed sense of possibility. But lasting hope doesn't come from policy alone. It flows from the gospel, from Spirit-filled people who believe God can transform a city from the inside out. --- I've lived in the 901 long enough to know that this question isn't rhetorical. It's raw. It's what we ask when we see another headline, when we drive through a forgotten neighborh

First Assembly Memphis equips youth through discipleship, Spirit-empowered leadership development, and real opportunities to serve. Grounded in Scripture and the Pentecostal work of the Holy Spirit, we help students in Memphis and the 901 grow in faith, walk in holiness, and live on mission. If you’ve spent any time driving down Germantown Parkway or through the heart of Cordova, you know that Memphis is a city of movement. We are a hub of logistics, music, and soul. But here

Welcome home, friend. If you’ve ever wondered what the phrase “global missions” really means for your local Memphis Assembly of God church, or how your story connects to people in far-flung places, let’s gather around and talk about it. Because the mission that starts in Memphis doesn’t stop at our city limits; it ripples out, touching hearts and changing lives across continents. Let’s explore this beautiful, hope-igniting journey together. Why Global Missions Matter to the

First Assembly Memphis is committed to the 901 because we believe the Holy Spirit empowers us to transform our local community first. Our Pentecostal heritage calls us to Spirit-led action right here in Memphis, serving, loving, and building God's Kingdom in our own backyard before expanding beyond. The Pentecostal-First Approach to Local Ministry Here's something you need to know: we're not just another church with a community outreach program. We're a Pentecostal church,

Is God sending a spiritual revival to Memphis? While outpourings at SEU in Florida have captured headlines, First Assembly Memphis is actively seeking a local movement of the Holy Spirit. Through intentional prayer, Wednesday night gatherings, and Pentecostal worship, we are inviting a fresh move of God to Shelby County. At First Assembly Memphis, our "WHY" is simple: we believe every person in the 901 is a priceless child of God who deserves to experience His life-changing p

God's call to serve manifests through persistent burden for your city, alignment of your gifts with community needs, doors of opportunity opening, and confirmation through prayer and Scripture. If Memphis is heavy on your heart, your skills match the need, and circumstances align, God may be calling you to action right now. Let's be honest. You didn't stumble onto this article by accident. Something's been stirring in you lately. Maybe it was driving through Midtown and notic

Memphis churches reduce crime by leading with spiritual transformation, when hearts change through genuine encounters with God, city culture shifts. This foundation empowers practical interventions: youth mentorship, economic empowerment, community partnerships, and detention alternatives that break cycles of violence and poverty. ## Why This Matters to First Assembly Memphis We believe that the 901 doesn't need another program, it needs a move of God that transforms hearts,

Welcome home, friend! If you’re reading this, chances are you’re considering stepping into an Assembly of God church in Memphis for the first time, or maybe you’re just curious what makes this community so welcoming, diverse, and real. You’re not alone. Every week, people across Memphis (and beyond) are searching for spiritual connection, meaning, and a place where they can simply belong. Let’s walk through all those “newbie” questions you might have, in the most honest and c

Part 5 of 5: Your Journey Home Walking through those church doors for the first time can feel overwhelming. Maybe you've been attending First Assembly Memphis for a few weeks, or perhaps you're still considering that first visit. Either way, you're wondering: "How do I actually connect here? How do I move from being a visitor to feeling like I truly belong?" The beautiful truth is this, you're already loved, already welcomed, and already part of God's family. The journey fro

Expect a warm welcome, clear next steps, and a service with Spirit-filled worship, Bible-centered preaching, and a real sense of community in the 901. You can come as you are, sit where you’re comfortable, and participate at your pace—whether you join us in person in Cordova or connect online. Walking into a new church for the first time can feel overwhelming. I get that tension between wanting community and not knowing what to expect. At First Assembly Memphis (FA Memphis) i

Welcome home, friend. If you’ve ever wondered what it means when people say “church isn’t just a building, it’s a community,” Memphis’s Assembly of God congregations might just be your best example. Around here, serving isn’t about checking a box, it’s about rolling up our sleeves and loving our city in practical, hands-on ways. Let me walk you through what that actually looks like. Feeding Memphis, One Family at a Time Many of us have faced times when the pantry shelves lo

Find authentic Christian community online or in Memphis, Tennessee. Boundless Online Church offers live worship, prayer support, and global community from anywhere. Local to Memphis? Visit First Assembly Memphis in Cordova, TN. Serving Memphis, Germantown, Collierville, Bartlett, Shelby County. Online services available worldwide. Sunday worship 10:30 AM | Life Groups | Wednesday programming.

Why Your Morning Connection Matters The first moments of our day set the trajectory for everything that follows. At First Assembly Memphis , we believe that how we begin our morning shapes our purpose, our peace, and our connection to what truly matters. This is why the FA Memphis Connection Team developed the Morning Reset : a simple framework to anchor our day in what is eternal rather than what is urgent. The Foundation: No One Is Meant to Go Through Life Alone The core

Welcome home, friend! If you’ve ever driven by an Assembly of God church in Memphis or tuned into an online worship, you might have wondered: how did this movement get started here? And what makes the Assemblies of God (AG) beliefs stand out in a city with so much soul and spiritual history? Let’s take a journey together back in time, pausing at key moments that still shape our spiritual family today. Seeds of Revival: The Early Memphis Story Picture Memphis in 1907: horses

Welcome home, friend! If you’re reading this, chances are you’re considering stepping into an Assembly of God church in Memphis for the first time, or maybe you’re just curious what makes this community so welcoming, diverse, and real. You’re not alone. Every week, people across Memphis (and beyond) are searching for spiritual connection, meaning, and a place where they can simply belong. Let’s walk through all those “newbie” questions you might have, in the most honest and c

Welcome home, friend. If you’ve ever wondered what it means when people say “church isn’t just a building, it’s a community,” Memphis’s Assembly of God congregations might just be your best example. Around here, serving isn’t about checking a box, it’s about rolling up our sleeves and loving our city in practical, hands-on ways. Let me walk you through what that actually looks like. Feeding Memphis, One Family at a Time Many of us have faced times when the pantry shelves lo

The holidays are supposed to be the most wonderful time of the year, right? So why do so many of us find ourselves feeling overwhelmed, stressed, or even lonely during this season? If you're nodding your head right now, you're not alone. The truth is, the gap between holiday expectations and reality can leave us feeling more isolated than connected, more anxious than peaceful. At First Assembly Memphis and through our Boundless Online Church, we see this every year. Families