Events
UPCOMING EVENTS
We’d love to have you join us! Select a ministry area to view upcoming events or check out our featured events below.
CONNECTING WITH HOPE
Join us to hear inspirational stories of help, hope, and healing. Meet national speaker, Jeff Fink of GoFetch Wellness; and learn about important connections that support resiliency and joy.
Sunday, April 29
5:00 p.m.
MENTAL HEALTH MATTERS
We are excited to host this great series of presentations and discussions in partnership with Come and Reason Ministries! Join us the second Thursday of each month at 7 p.m. in the Fellowship Hall for these FREE Community Gatherings for Help, Hope & Healing.
Next Presentation: Thursday, May 10
The Mind — God's Design & What Went Wrong
7:00 p.m. — Presentation / 8:15 p.m. — Dessert & Coffee
VACATION BIBLE SCHOOL
Venture onto an uncharted island where kids survive and thrive! Join us for a VBS that aims to anchor kids in the truth that Jesus carries them through life’s storms!
Ages: 4 Years – Rising 5th Graders
June 25 – June 29
9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
ADULT MINISTRY
XYZ (eXtra Years of Zest)
Thursday, April 19
7:00 p.m.
Fellowship Hall
Join us for fun and fellowship!
Don Rackley, storyteller, will present the program. Light refreshments will follow.
Church Leadership Team Meeting
Monday, April 23
7:00 p.m. – 8:30 p.m.
Fellowship Hall
Connecting with Hope in Struggle
Sunday, April 29
5:00 p.m.
Join us to hear inspirational stories of help, hope, and healing. Meet national speaker, Jeff Fink of GoFetch Wellness; and learn about important connections that support resiliency and joy.
Golden Agers
Monday, May 7
12:00 p.m.
Fellowship Hall
Cost: $7. All are welcome!
Join us for lunch prepared by Chef Julie Smith and a special program.
Mental Health Matters
We are excited to host this great series of presentations and discussions in partnership with Come and Reason Ministries! Join us the second Thursday of each month at 7 p.m. in the Fellowship Hall for these FREE Community Gatherings for Help, Hope & Healing.
Next Presentation: Thursday, May 10
The Mind — God’s Design & What Went Wrong
7:00 p.m. — Presentation
8:15 p.m. — Dessert & Coffee
STUDENT MINISTRY
Confirmation Weekend
April 27–29
Confirmation Retreat
April 27–28 | Camp Lookout | Register Online
Confirmation Banquet
April 28 | 7:00 p.m. | Rehearsal 5:30 p.m.
Confirmation Sunday Service
April 29 | 11:00 a.m.
Learn more and register here.
Graduation Recognition
Sunday, May 6
High School and College Graduates
Please submit the following information to kevingray@hixsonumc.org by Monday, April 30:
1. Graduate’s Full Name
2. School Graduating From
3. Any Graduation Honors (if applicable)
4. Future Plans (such as school in the fall, career path, summer plans)
5. A Graduation Picture
Chicago Mission Trip
June 31–July 7
Cost is $350
Current Middle School and High School students may attend.
Learn more and register here.
CHILDREN’S MINISTRY
Tween Faith Fun Night
Friday, May 4
5:30 p.m. – 10:00 p.m.
Star Quest Spring Musical
Sunday, May 20
6:00 p.m.
Camp Lookout Open House
Sunday, June 3
12:30 p.m. – 6:00 p.m.
Ages: 1st Grade – Graduated 5th Grade
Cost: $10.00 for the day. Spaces are limited! Sign up by contacting Melia.
Welcome to Summer Kick Off Party
Wednesday, June 6
6:15 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.
Ages: Graduated Kindergarted – 5th Grade
Tween Mission Weekend
June 8, 4:00 p.m. – June 10, 6:00 p.m.
4th – 5th Graders
Cost is $80.00.
Learn more and register here by May 24th.
Vacation Bible School
Venture onto an uncharted island where kids survive and thrive! Join us for a VBS that aims to anchor kids in the truth that Jesus carries them through life’s storms!
Ages: 4 Years – Rising 5th Graders
June 25 – June 29
9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
MUSIC MINISTRY
Organ Dedication
Sunday, May 6
4:00 p.m.
Featuring Guest Artist, Nick Boden
Find Your Place in Our Music Ministry
Visit our Music Ministry page to learn more about our choirs, handbells, orchestra, and youth band.
OUTREACH
Hands on Mission Kits for Zimbabwe
Filled Buckets Due: Sunday, May 20
Help us meet our goal of 100 mission buckets! The list of 9 easy-to-find items is available on the mission shelves in the church atrium. Please drop off any filled buckets to the church by Sunday, May 20.
Service Opportunity
Hixson UMC is partnering with the Bethlehem Center this summer to provide meals & volunteers for the children of Alton Park for one week. Contact kevingray@hixsonumc.org for more information.
Find Your Place in Our Outreach Ministry
Visit our Outreach Ministry page to learn how you can serve.