"But you, Bethlehem Ephrathah, though you are small among the clans of Judah, out of you will come for me one who will be ruler over Israel, whose origins are from of old, from ancient times.” - Micah 5:2

Welcome to 
Hillcrest-Bellefonte United Methodist Church!
Renew ~ Refresh ~ Revive

Our congregation has been serving the Hillcrest and Bellefonte areas of north Wilmington for over 110 years.  Our mission statement is this: The community of Hillcrest-Bellefonte United Methodist Church seeks to enlighten all that they may personally know Jesus Christ, the love of God and the fellowship of the Holy Spirit.

This Fall, Hillcrest-Bellefonte celebrates 110 Years of Ministry: September 1908 - September 2018

​​What's Happening This Week at HBUMC

SUNDAY, DEC 9TH
Second Sunday in Advent
9:30 AM: Sunday School, Education Wing
11:00 AM: Worship Service, Sanctuary
Message: "Don't Kill the Messenger" by Rev. Arrington
​12:15 PM: Christmas Eve Play Rehearsal, Sanctuary

MONDAY, DEC 10TH
No Scheduled Events

TUESDAY, DEC 11TH
Church Office open Tuesday - Friday, 8:30 AM until 1:30 PM
10:00 AM: Exercise Class
1:00 PM: Bible Study, Holly Oak Calvary

WEDNESDAY, DEC 12TH
7-9:00 AM: Morning Prayer, Sanctuary (our sanctuary is open during this time for prayer)
6:30-9 PM: Girl Scouts

THURSDAY, DEC 13TH
9:30 AM-12:30 PM: Food Ministry, Rm. 1B
9:30 AM-12:30 PM: New to You Shop
10:00 AM: Exercise Class

FRIDAY, DEC 14TH
7-9:00 AM: Morning Prayer, Sanctuary

SATURDAY, DEC 15TH
No Scheduled Events

SUNDAY, DEC 16TH
Third Sunday of Advent
9:30 AM: Sunday School
11:00 AM: Worship Service
12:15 PM: Christmas Eve Play Rehearsal

* - see our "Programs" page for more information
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The VOICE

The current issue of HBUMC's bi-monthly newsletter.

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Join Us for Worship

1st Sunday of the Month: Sacred Communion with Organ
2nd Sunday of the Month: Praise and Worship music with piano
3rd Sunday of the Month: Traditional Hymns with HBUMC Choir
4th/5th Sunday of the Month: Congregational Favorites with Special Music.
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This Week's Scripture

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Malachi 3:1-4
Philippians 1:3-11
Luke 3:1-6
"'I will send my messenger, who will prepare the way before me. Then suddenly the Lord you are seeking will come to his temple; the messenger of the covenant, whom you desire, will come,” says the Lord Almighty." 
- Malachi 3:1

Can't Make It to a Service?

You can now stream our services live or watch them later on our Facebook page!

Announcements and Upcoming Events

Upcoming Events

  • ​Monday, Dec. 24th, 6 pm - CHRISTMAS EVE FAMILY WORSHIP SERVICE featuring the new play "Last Stop Before Bethlehem". Rehearsals will be held Dec. 2nd, 9th and 16th after church; Dec. 23rd at 6 pm; and Dec. 24th at 4 pm.
  • Regular weekly BIBLE STUDIES ​are Wednesdays at 1 pm at Holly Oak Calvary and Thursdays at 9:30 am at Hillcrest-Bellefonte, in conjunction with the FOOD MINISTRY. Bible study sessions will cover the same subject at both churches.​
  • The deadline for information to be placed in the Sunday bulletin is Tuesday​​​​

Christmas Poinsettias

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If you would like to place a Poinsettia in the church this Christmas, please complete this form. Payment may be placed in the offering plate appropriately designated as “Poinsettia” (envelopes are available in back), or be sent to the church office.

Announcements

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  • For December, Heavenly Father, as we ponder the Blessed Family of the Nativity, please hear our prayer for reconciliation and renewal in our own families. Amen.
  • Grain of Sand Ministry - For this week, please bring a can of corn.​​
  • Our MUSIC MINISTRY focus is on including music styles enjoyed by all. We are in the planning stages of forming a praise team/band. If you can sing or play an instrument and are interested, please contact Nancy.
  • Our Food Ministry is making a difference in the lives of many families in our community. Help is needed each week to collect a growing number of donations from local grocery stores and food pan- tries. Please see Jimmy Backus or contact the church office (764-3145) if you would like to be a part of this exciting and valuable ministry. ​
  • The FOOD CLOSET is in need of canned goods. If you would like to help, please leave your donations in the barrel in the Narthex.
  • ​We are in need of donations to the GOOD SAMARITAN FUND.​

Recent Events

Community VBS 2018 - Shipwrecked!

July 2018

Food Ministry

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The Food Ministry Needs Your Help to restock our shelves.

Please donate any canned or other non-perishable goods. Thank you for helping with this important ministry. 
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