What is Boundless Online Church?

Boundless Online Church is an online outreach of First Assembly Memphis Church. We exist to reach the lost for Jesus Christ, build authentic community, and help people find a church home, connect with prayer partners, and discover meaningful relationships—no matter where you are in the world.

When are your online worship services?

We have live online worship services every Sunday at 10:00 AM Central Time (America/Chicago timezone). Services typically run for 90 minutes and include worship, biblical teaching, and community connection time.

Is Boundless Online Church free to attend?

Yes! All of our online services and events are completely free to attend. Everyone is welcome to join our global community regardless of location or background.

What languages do you offer services in?

Boundless Online Church offers content and services in 9 languages: English, Spanish, French, Arabic, Hindi, Japanese, Vietnamese, Chinese, and Tagalog. We're committed to reaching people globally in their native languages.

How do I join an online service?

Simply visit our website at boundlessonlinechurch.org and navigate to the 'Sunday Live Worship' page. You can join directly from your web browser on any device - no downloads or special software required.

Can I connect with other members or find a prayer partner?

Absolutely! We encourage authentic community and connection. You can join our groups, connect with prayer partners, and build meaningful relationships with other believers from around the world. Visit our 'Groups' page to get started.

Where is Boundless Online Church located?

Boundless Online Church is an online ministry, so we serve people globally from anywhere in the world. Our parent organization, First Assembly Memphis, is located at 8650 Walnut Grove Rd, Memphis, TN 38018. You can contact us at info@famemphis.net or call 901-843-8600.

What should I expect during a service?

Our services feature passionate worship music, biblical and engaging teaching, opportunities for prayer, and community connection. We create a welcoming environment where you can encounter God's presence and grow in your faith, all from the comfort of your home.

What are the steps to join and participate in Boundless Online Church services?

Joining Boundless Online Church is simple: 1) Visit boundlessonlinechurch.org on any Sunday at 10 AM Central Time, 2) Click on 'Sunday Live Worship', 3) No download or registration required - just click and join. Services are live every Sunday and include worship, biblical teaching, and community interaction. You can participate from anywhere in the world using any device with internet access. Services are also available in 9 languages.

You can also join our groups, get prayer support 24/7, and connect with believers worldwide through our multilingual platform.

Can I experience real community and spiritual growth through an online church?

Yes! Boundless Online Church provides authentic community, real relationships, and genuine spiritual growth. Our 25+ small groups connect you with believers in your language and timezone. We offer 24/7 prayer support, one-on-one pastoral care, and accountability partnerships. Many members report deeper connections online than they ever experienced in traditional settings because geographical barriers are removed and you can connect with people who truly share your interests and life stage. We're not replacing physical church - we're extending the reach of the church to people who can't access it otherwise.

A Brief History of the Assembly of God in Memphis, TN

Layne McDonald, Ph.D.
Feb 7
4 min read

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 and streetcars, gospel music wafting from porches, and a city at a crossroads. That’s when our movement’s roots were planted by an unlikely innovator: L.P. Adams, a Memphis attorney hungry for more of God’s Spirit. After an encounter with Pentecostal preacher G.B. Cashwell, Adams was so impacted that he started his own independent gathering right here in Memphis.

That first group felt more like a family than an institution: no big sanctuaries, just a sense of hope and spiritual searching. Not long after, folks were meeting under a tent on Trigg Avenue. Hundreds came, drawn by stories of spiritual healing and the desire for a fresh move of God.

![Early Memphis Revival Tent Meeting]

United in Spirit: Our Partnership with the Church of God in Christ

What’s beautiful about Memphis is how it’s always been shaped by collaboration across lines that sometimes divide. Adams’ early church joined up with the Church of God in Christ (COGIC), founded by Charles H. Mason: especially significant since COGIC was, and is, a majority African-American denomination known for passionate, Spirit-filled worship.

Our early years weren’t about branding: they were about people experiencing God. The group, then called Grace and Truth Church of God in Christ, met in a rented downtown storefront and lived out their faith together.

Marking Our Place: The Assemblies of God Charter

By 1914, the Pentecostal revival was sweeping the nation. The Assemblies of God was officially founded in Hot Springs, Arkansas, not far from Memphis. But here’s where our story has a twist: Adams attended that first AG conference but chose to stay put with Mason’s group for a while. It wasn’t about labels; it was about growing together.

Eventually, hearts were stirred for a new chapter. Thirty-seven households in Memphis signed the charter to officially become an Assemblies of God congregation. The first pastor under this new chapter was Rev. Howard Galbraith, and a core message took root: faith in Jesus, the Bible as God’s guide, the Holy Spirit’s power, and a calling to reach the world. Sound familiar? If you’re looking for what we believe, that welcoming, Jesus-centered invitation still stands front and center today.

Seasons of Change: Growth, Unity, and Challenge

Like any real family, our journey has included moments of struggle as well as strength. Divisions came: but so did times of healing and reunion. In 1934, two branches of the Assembly came back together, guided by General Superintendent Ernest S. Williams.

They met on common ground, both literally and spiritually, at a neutral new location: 960 South Third Street. That first service in October 1934 marked not just a reunion, but a powerful commitment to unity and mission.

You know those big moments where you look around and realize you’re stronger together than you could ever be apart? That’s what this was for the AG in Memphis.

Standing the Test of Time: Stability and Spiritual Leadership

Fast forward, and you’ll find that Memphis’ First Assembly of God became known not for drama but for stability. Think about this: over more than a century, only ten pastors have shepherded this congregation. Each one has been committed to helping people: just like you and me: discover purpose, belonging, and God’s grace. That steady leadership goes a long way in a world that’s always changing.

Hosting History: Major Moments in Memphis

First Assembly in Memphis is more than a place to gather on Sundays: it’s been a hub for Pentecostal movements nationwide.

In 1917, the church hosted the Fifth Annual Convocation of the Church of God in Christ, opening its doors for vital conversations and worship.
In 1963, it welcomed the 30th General Council of the Assemblies of God: a gathering that brought leaders from all over the world to celebrate what God was doing in Memphis and beyond.

If you were there, you might have heard vibrant gospel music echoing and felt the city’s spiritual heartbeat pulsing with hope and unity.

How Our Story Shapes Today

Maybe you’re searching for community, or you’ve wondered, “Is there a place for me in a church with such a long history?” Here’s the beautiful thing: The Assemblies of God in Memphis isn’t just about the past. Our legacy is alive in people like you: students, families, singles, and seekers: who are welcome to find their spiritual home here.

We partner across cultures to serve our city, echoing the unity of our origins with COGIC.
We keep things simple at heart: Jesus, scripture, the Spirit, and love for others: whether in a beautiful sanctuary, a modest house, or an online gathering.
Our heart for global missions grew from that first sense that faith isn’t something you keep to yourself: it’s a gift meant to be shared.

Want to see how this legacy continues today, or find a group to journey with? Visit our Boundless Online Church blog and see real stories, events, and spiritual conversations unfolding right now.

Quick Timeline at a Glance

Year	Milestone
1907	L.P. Adams brings Pentecostal message to Memphis
1908	Tent revival on Trigg Ave attracts hundreds
1914	Assemblies of God founded in Hot Springs
1924–1926	Memphis congregation affiliates with Assemblies of God
1934	Split congregations reunited as First Assembly of God
1952–1963	Hosting of major Pentecostal conferences in Memphis

The Invitation Continues

Friend, the real heart of this story isn’t about buildings or famous names, but the way God welcomes ordinary people to be part of something extraordinary. Whether Memphis is your hometown or you’re joining Boundless Online Church from another city, know that you’re stepping into a history shaped by hope, healing, and hospitality. That legacy keeps growing: with you.

Ready to discover more or connect with a Bible study group just like the ones that changed Memphis? Start exploring at Boundless Online Church. We’d love to walk this journey with you.

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