WE ARE GLAD YOU'RE HERE!

What to Expect

Visiting a new church can feel overwhelming. Here's what your first Sunday at Cowee looks like.

  • Every Sunday

    When & Where

    • Traditional Worship8:45 AM
    • Crossover Worship9:45 AM
    • Crossover Worship11:15 AM

    Services last about an hour and 15 minutes.

  • Arriving

    Where to Park & Enter

    We're at 6301 Bryson City Road in Franklin, an easy drive from downtown Franklin or Bryson City. For the 8:45 Traditional service, park in the upper paved lot and enter through the Traditional Worship Center Entrance. For the 9:45 and 11:15 Crossover services, park in the lower gravel lot and enter there. Have kids 2nd grade and under? The covered entrance off the paved lot opens right into the children’s wing, so it’s the quickest way to check them in.

  • Worship

    Our 8:45 Traditional service is choir-led, with hymns and Southern Gospel. Our 9:45 and 11:15 Crossover services are band-led contemporary worship, including timeless hymns in modern arrangements.

  • Kingdom Kids

    Your Kids

    Stop by Kingdom Kids check-in, where our team will help register your children and guide you to their classrooms. Worship care is available for birth through 2nd grade, with secure check-in and screened volunteers.

    More about Kingdom Kids
  • Come As You Are

    What to Wear

    Sundays have a great mix of people who dress casually and who prefer to dress up. What you wear is really up to you. You'll find people of all ages and backgrounds who would love to get to know you.

  • Traducción en vivo

    En Español

    We have live English-to-Spanish translation during every 9:45 AM Crossover service.

We'd love to see you Sunday!6301 Bryson City Road, Franklin, NCLet us know you're coming and we'll email you what to expect for your first Sunday, plus a way to pre-register your kids.

Want to get to know us before Sunday? Watch a recent service.

For Your Family

Ministries for Every Age

From the youngest kids to grandparents, Cowee Church offers ministries for the whole family. We provide safe, engaging environments where children and students can learn about Jesus, while adults find community and encouragement for every stage of life.

Kingdom Kids
Fusion 5/6
Aftershock Students

Meet The Pastor

A Word From Our Pastor

Pastor Jason Smith

Jason is passionate about seeing people discipled and walking in God’s unique plan for their lives. His story is one of God’s amazing grace: after calling himself a Christian for years without a real relationship with Christ, he was saved in 2002 while chaperoning students at a youth conference, and his life has never been the same.

Jason has served as Senior Pastor of Cowee since 2016, after years in student ministry. He usually preaches verse by verse through books of the Bible, with a style that’s both humorous and bold, and he earned his Master of Divinity from Liberty University in 2022. He and Sherry have been married since 1997 and have two children, Hope and Grant. Jason loves helping marriages and families thrive. He also serves on the board of directors for Men’s Challenge of the Smokies, and he enjoys fly-fishing, camping, and any time with his family.

Get Connected

Find Your Place

Church is more than Sunday mornings—it’s about community. Through groups, serving opportunities, and events, you can build meaningful relationships and grow in your walk with Christ.

D-GROUPS
Wednesday Nights
Sunday School Classes

Church Events

What’s Happening

There’s always something going on! From Bible studies and fellowship nights to service projects and outreach opportunities, our events are a great way to connect with others and grow in your faith.

Serving Others

Put Love In Action

At Cowee, we believe love is best shown through action. Whether it’s serving in the church, reaching out in the community, or supporting missions around the world, we invite you to join us in living out the love of Christ in practical ways.

Serve on a team
GIVE