First Christian Church (Disciples of Christ)

About this church

First Christian Church (Disciples of Christ) in Shelbyville, Tennessee, gathers for worship on Sunday at 10 a.m. Coffee fellowship begins at 8:30 a.m., followed by Sunday School at 9 a.m. The worship service combines singing, prayer, Bible reading, silence, music, preaching, and communion, which is offered every week in keeping with the Disciples tradition. Worship is also shared remotely on YouTube for people who cannot attend in person.

Children are served on Sunday mornings with nursery care for infants through age four and Sunday School classes from toddlers through fifth grade. Children's Church for preschool through fifth grade takes place during the worship service, and Vacation Bible School runs for one week each summer. Youth in grades 6-12 can join the youth group, split into ChiRho for grades 6-8 and CYF for grades 9-12. It meets Sunday from 5:30 to 7:00 p.m. for fellowship, recreation, learning, and service, with a snack supper provided. The church also takes part in combined worship events sponsored by the Bedford County Ministerial Association and hosts a seasonal T-Ball program. The church building is at 309 Madison Street, while mail goes to a separate P.O. box. Confirm current times on the church website or by phone before visiting.

Researched from the church’s official website and reviewed October 11, 2026. Sources: Sunday schedule, address, phone, denomination · Worship style, weekly communion, children in worship · Nursery, Sunday School, Children's Church, VBS · Youth group schedule and grade groups

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