Sunday Services
New Sermon Series Begins July 12:
God Alone Suffices
This summer, we will begin a new preaching series rooted in a beloved prayer often attributed to St. Teresa of Ávila:
Let nothing disturb you.
Let nothing frighten you.
All things are passing away.
God never changes.
Patience obtains all things.
Whoever has God lacks nothing.
God alone suffices.
These simple words have carried Christians through seasons of fear, uncertainty, waiting, grief, change, and hope. They do not deny that life can be difficult. Instead, they gently call us back to the deep truth at the center of our faith: God is steady when life is not.
Beginning Sunday, July 12, we will take this prayer one line at a time and allow Scripture to help us listen more deeply. Each week, we will consider what it means to trust God when we feel disturbed, to receive courage when we are afraid, to remember that all things are passing away, and to rest in the unchanging love of God.
In a world that often feels hurried, anxious, and unstable, this prayer invites us into a slower, deeper confidence. It reminds us that our security is not found in having everything figured out, holding everything together, or controlling what comes next. Our peace is found in the God who is faithful, present, and enough.
We hope you will join us for this series as we pray, worship, and learn together what it means to live with the quiet confidence that God alone suffices.
10 AM Traditional Services - In the sanctuary
Join us for a mix of traditional and contemporary music at our 10 a.m. service every Sunday morning in our sanctuary. We sing hymns with our choir and pianist, enjoy a Sermon, children’s message, and occasional guest musicians. We also have Children’s Church and a nursery open during this service.
Join us for Worship in person, or Live on Facebook and Youtube! https://www.facebook.com/hickoryunitedmethodistchurch
5 PM THE HICKORY - MODERN WORSHIP AND DINNER
Come join us for our evening modern worship service at 5 p.m. every Sunday. Our Worship Leader and band lead a few songs before Pastor Sarah gives a meaningful message, and we finish with communion and a final song. We also have Children’s Church available during this service. Stay around and join us for dinner after the service!
Also Live on Facebook and Youtube, https://www.facebook.com/hickoryunitedmethodistchurch
5PM Select Sundays - Northwest River Annex Base
3405 Relay Rd, Chesapeake, VA 23322
As part of our vision to be a welcoming home where all are embraced as family, Hickory UMC is honored to serve the military community at Northwest River Annex Base through a shared worship ministry with other local congregations.
Many stationed there are far from home and without local connections, and we believe it’s our calling to share Christ’s love through worship, presence, and hospitality. On select Sundays at 5 PM, we gather for informal worship and dinner, creating space for connection and encouragement. This ministry is one small way we live out our commitment to embrace and serve those who might otherwise feel far from home.
Upcoming Hickory Annex Chapel Nights:
June 21st
June 28th
July 19th
August 9th
August 30th
On these nights, The Hickory service will be held ONLY at Northwest River Base, and no services or suppers will be held at the church.
Weekly Bulletins
Follow along at home or catch up on a week you missed with each week’s bulletins.
WATCH ONLINE
You can still watch our morning services, a well as daily prayer sessions and other events online - live or recorded on YouTube.
Children's Church
Every Sunday 10:00 AM, all children in the congregation are welcomed up to the front of the fellowship hall for a short lesson relevant to that week's message. Afterwards children ages 3-8 may attend our Children's Church, which will include a snack and an activity or craft to illustrate that Sunday's lesson.
If you’re interested in helping out with our Children’s Church or God’s Kids programs, please fill out the interest form below!
Nursery
A nursery is provided for all services and is for infants and children up to 3 years old or children of any age during our evening service. Lots of fun, caring and special attention are given to the little ones. We provide a variety of age appropriate toys as well as snacks. Children will enjoy a story time and individual interaction is given to meet all needs of these precious ones.