Announcements

Change in Sunday Morning Worship

Beginning Sunday, October 6th, we will transition from two morning services at 9 and 11 am to one combined morning service at 10 am.

This decision was made after prayer and discernment by our Church Council, especially following the trial period of a single service this summer. We believe that moving to one service will better suit the needs of our congregation and allow us to be more effective in fulfilling our mission and core values.

Flood Buckets

NOTICE DATE CHANGES!!!!

We are collecting items for flood (Cleaning) buckets and donations to go towards flood buckets in response to Hurricane Helene and the disaster relief needed in Western Carolina.

You can help in a few ways:

1) Donate $$ to help cover cost of supplies ($75 will complete an entire bucket)

2) Donate items for a bucket (For complete list click here)

All donates needed by Saturday, October 26th!

We will pack buckets and check all pre-assembled buckets (all donated buckets will have to be checked before we can send- so please do not seal) on Tuesday, October 27th @ 6 PM  in the Welcome Center!  Save the date!

NLI Updates

We are starting into our NLI plans.

To stay up to date and see the full check list check out this document!

We will update this monthly!

Choir Updates

Starting on October 6th, the choir will be rehearsing on Sunday's from 8:30-9:45 AM prior to our 10:00 AM Service.

If you love music and you love God, I encourage you to give the choir a try! I would like to invite High School singers to participate also! You do not need to read music. You will be able to follow other singers and access rehearsal tracks at home for extra practice. The choir members are a special loving group of people who care about each other and the church. Singing is a special gift from God and the act of making music and praising God brings great joy! If you have any questions, please send me an email. Prayerfully consider joining the choir. Karen NemethHickory UMC Music Director karen.nemeth@verizon.net

Help Wanted

Job Title: Keyboard Instrumentalist for Sacred Music Location: Hickory United Methodist Church, Chesapeake, VA

Job Type: Part-time Description: We are seeking a skilled Keyboard Instrumentalist to join our team and contribute to our sacred music program. This role involves providing musical accompaniment for morning worship services and working closely with our Choir.

Application Process: To apply, please submit your resume along with a cover letter highlighting your relevant experience and why you are interested in this position. Include any links or recordings demonstrating your musical abilities, if available.

Contact Information: Hickory United Methodist Church, Susan Vitale, 757-754- 0480, susan.r.vitale@hotmail.com, hickoryumc.org

General Conference Updates

The VA Conference hosted a Webinar on Thursday, May 9th with information about General Conference and how it affects the local church. You can watch the recording here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bnXvrG62sjU