At McKendree Church our children are active in a number of areas – Sunday School, Vacation Bible School and Special Seasonal Programs.

Easter Egg Hunt – This annual event is a great favorite for our McKendree Church and McKendree Day Carechildren.  Excited children, plenty of eggs to find, and tasty snacks make for an event filled with fun.

Vacation Bible School – Each summer we have a time of special study, music, crafts, drama, and activities.  The adults participate and help make this an exciting time.  We end this special week with an ice cream social!

Boy Scouts – Boy Scout Troop 219 meets here at McKendree Church every Thursday evening.  Fellowship, projects, badge work and a sense of camaraderie are just a part of what make up our Troop.

We offer Sunday School classes for every age – starting with the nursery and going up! We have a variety of classes for adults – you’re sure to find one that matches your interest!

Children and Youth Classes:

• Nursery/Toddlers – Room 203B
• Kindergarten—3rd Grade – Room 110
• Grades 4-6 – Room 112

Adult Classes:

• Bible Way Class, Room 109 – An adult class with warm, caring fellowship. Bible study with lecture/discussion format using the Adult Bible Series.
• Excelsior Class, Chapel – A senior adult class utilizing the Adult Bible Series to study the Bible. The lesson is presented through lecture and discussion. The class has a summer covered-dish supper and a Christmas dinner.
• Martha Estes Class, Room 107 – A very loving and caring class beginning each Sunday with prayer, singing, announcements and business. Senior adult men and women study the Bible through lecture. The class has several outside interests and supports various community agencies and ministries.
• Pettit Class, Room 209 – An adult class with both married and single members. This is a study and open discussion class in which all are welcome to participate.
• Wesley Class, Room 301 – Members of the Wesley Class enjoy alternating their time between studies of the Bible, current topics and spiritual disciplines. This class consists of men and women, married and single. A loving and social group, members get together annually for the Wonderful Wesley Wiener Wingding in the fall and at Christmas where white elephants are auctioned to benefit Community Care Fellowship.

Discipleship Bible Study:

• A 32-week course taking the student through the Bible while developing a bond between the participants who covenant together to be a part of the study. Class times vary as to when, where, and what day of the week they will meet.

In response to the Gospel, as a Church we feel called to put our faith into action through ministries of justice, hospitality and compassion.  Some of these opportunities for ministry include:

Room in the Inn:  We participate in this citywide program one night a week during the winter months.  Our homeless guests sleep in warm beds in the Old Fellowship Hall.  Sunday School classes, families and groups take turns providing a hot supper.  A simple breakfast the next morning and a sack lunch for the day are also given to the men.

Downtown Outreach:  As we have funds available, we help with bus fare, obtaining state identification, prescriptions, and assistance with utility bills.

Community Care Fellowship:  Founded at McKendree Church, CCF is a Christian relief day-center providing services and support to those who are impoverished or homeless.  Located in East Nashville, CCF is a place for the homeless to take a shower, wash their clothes, have a meal, and receive assistance in obtaining housing, and job education.  We support this ministry through our prayers, financial gifts and volunteers.

United Methodist Women – McKendree UMC has several active UMW circles. 
They meet monthly in homes or at the church for fellowship, education and mission. 
The purpose of UMW is “to know Christ and to experience freedom as whole persons through Jesus Christ.”

Sunshine Group – A group of older adults who meet for fun, fellowship and study.  The Sunshine Group takes monthly day trips to places of historical, cultural, religious or social interest.