God Loves You… No Matter What

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encouragement

Questioning our Assumptions

 October 29, 2025A Note from Pastor April Dear Friends, I was only two months into my very first ministry job as a youth pastor when I was invited by the senior high youth to a “meeting.” When I walked into the room, six high school girls had set up a whiteboard and prepared a bit of a presentation for me. It was an intervention. They began with a short list of things they liked about me, their new youth pastor.…
encouragement

Rooted & Renewed

October 15, 2025A Note from Pastor Jon Friends, Just over twelve weeks ago, I stepped away from day-to-day ministry for the first time in twenty years for a season of renewal leave. Before I left, I shared my hope to reconnect with my roots — to return to the places of my childhood, revisit the spaces that formed my faith, remember the mentors and friends who shaped my journey, and rest long enough to breathe deeply again. My prayer was…
Origins

I Am From…

October 1, 2025A Note from Pastor April Dear Friends, As a way of continuing our preparations for the Season of Origins, it was my honor this past Sunday to share a bit about my own family’s origin story. Using the powerful framework created by Elaine Enns & Ched Myers, in their book Healing Haunted Histories, I shared some storylines that were woven together from the Landlines, Bloodlines, and Songlines of my life, my family, and the land that has shaped…
Origins

Where I’m From

September 24, 2025A Note from Jen Coleman Dear Friends, The Land as a Living Witness Over the last several months, I’ve had the privilege of working with a small group of HUMC members exploring the history of our church, the Hilliard community, and central Ohio. Our purpose was to listen — to hear what the past could teach us about this place and the people who have lived here. I don’t think we knew exactly what we would discover, but…

Events

Gobble & Squash children's ministry faith finders fundraiser outreach mission

Gobble & Squash!

Children’s MinistryOutreach Fundraiser The turkeys are on the loose and the pumpkins are ready to party! From October 26 to November 5, you can send a flock of feathered friends and a patch of playful pumpkins to Gobble & Squash someone’s yard — just to let them know you’re thinking of them (and to support a great cause!). For $20, the Faith Finders will stealthily place wooden pumpkins and turkeys* in your friend’s yard for 24 hours. Feeling a little nervous about becoming their next target?…
Hilliard ThankFULL 5k & Fun Run outreach fundraiser

ThankFULL 5K & Fun Run

  • 9:00 am – 12:00 pm
Get ready to kick off the season of gratitude at the Thankful 5K on Saturday, November 1, 2025, at 9am! The race begins at Hilliard United Methodist Church and takes runners and walkers through the beautiful paths of Hilliard Municipal Park. Whether you’re a seasoned runner or just want to enjoy a brisk fall morning with friends and family, this event is a great way to give back. Proceeds from the Thankful 5K go directly to the Thanksgiving Outreach Program,…
sanctuary

9am Traditional Worship in the Sanctuary

  • 9:00 am – 10:00 am
Join us for 9am Traditional Worship in person, online, or on demand. This one-hour service offers a comforting blend of tradition and community. Featuring classic hymns and music from our Chancel Choir, directed by Coshel Caudill, seasonal Bell Choir, occasional special music, and Sanctuary Music Director Tony Hagood, it’s a space where ritual meets belonging and connection. Participants are encouraged to share prayer requests, fostering a sense of closeness and authentic relationship. Wondering what to expect when you attend in…
Godly Play Children's Sunday school

Godly Play (Children’s Ministry)

  • 10:30 am – 11:30 am
Children age 4 through sixth grade are invited every Sunday to participate in Godly Play with Ms. Lindsay and Ms. Nikki and our amazing team of volunteers! Come wonder with us as we explore the stories of the Bible in child-friendly ways. Come down the long hallway from the Sanctuary and meet at the bottom of the stairs. Look for grownups in green God Loves You No Matter What tee shirts. If you’re new, a Welcome Team member will cheerfully…

Giving

Thank you for helping to share the no-matter-what love of God with Hilliard and beyond! Your generosity is making a real difference, friends, and we are humbled and grateful to be in partnership with you.

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