At Hillsdale First UMC we are committed to growing in love of God and neighbor, 

making disciples of Jesus Christ, and serving others.

CHRISTMAS CONCERT, SATURDAY, DECEMBER 6 AT 2:00 PM

On Saturday, December 6 at 2:00 pm, the Hillsdale First United Methodist Church Choir will be joined by guest singers and instrumentalists to present a Christmas concert based on the cantata Sing We Now of Christmas by Howard Helvey. Musical pieces will be accompanied by narrations, and the audience will also have the opportunity to sing along with Christmas carols as part of the concert.


Admission is free and open to everyone, and all are invited to stay for an informal reception after the concert. “Sing We Now of Christmas”, directed by Music Director, Calista Brunett, is a musical program offered as a gift to the community by Hillsdale First United Methodist Church as part of their 2025 Community Concert Series Sharing the Gift of Music in the Name of Christ.


Plan to join us for an afternoon of music designed to usher in the Christmas season On Saturday, December 6 at 2:00 pm


POSTPONED until 2026

MIDWEEK MEDITATIONS - 4th Wednesday | POSTPONED UNTIL 2026.

We offer a monthly time of meditation and music focusing on a new scripture and new song each month.


FAMILY MOVIE NIGHTS - 4th Friday | POSTPONED UNTIL 2026.

We offer a monthly Family Movie Night. The event is FREE and all are welcome. We're not allowed to name the movie title, but we'll be sure to select inspiring family-friendly movies that can be enjoyed by all. 

WORSHIP SERVICES

Join us at 9:30 am for worship in the sanctuary.


Also, every third Sunday in the Fellowship Hall we provide breakfast and a worship service beginning at 11:00 am. The breakfast is free and all are welcome to come.

PAST EVENTS


  • JOYFUL NOISE 2025

    Joyful Noise! Music Camp welcomed nearly 30 children from Monday, July 14 - Thursday, July 17 for a fun week of singing, square dancing, learning about a variety of instruments, and appreciating the gift of music! The campers enjoyed a rotation of classes each day along with a light lunch and a final concert for family and friends. 


    Watch for news next year about this annual summer music camp offered free for children of all musical abilities entering grades 2 through 8. 

  • CHRISTMAS CONCERT

    On Saturday, December 7 at 4:00 pm, the Hillsdale First United Methodist Church presented its 2024 Community Christmas Concert.


    This Musical Celebration of Christmas featured the choral cantata “By Heaven’s Light” written by Tom Long and composer Allen Pote. The Hillsdale First UMC Chancel Choir, with guest vocalists and instrumentalists, performed under the direction of Calista Brunett, Director of Music. Musical pieces were accompanied by dramatic narrations that retold the story of Christ’s birth.


    The concert was part of our 2024 Community Concert Series Sharing the Gift of Music in the Name of Christ.

  • ORGAN RECITAL

    Our Director of Music, Calista Brunett, presented an Organ Recital on October 27 with a varied repertoire including pieces by Mendelssohn, Bach, and others. She was joined by Nicholas Nestorak, tenor, who returned to Hillsdale after a successful performance schedule that included his Metropolitan Opera debut earlier this year. 


    The recital was part of our 2024 Community Concert Series Sharing the Gift of Music in the Name of Christ.

  • LENTEN STUDY SERIES

    During Lent we share a Lenten Supper and Study with our neighbors at First Presbyterian Church. 


    There is a light meal served at 6:00 pm followed by a video study and discussion. 


    All are welcome to attend in person or by ZOOM. Contact the office for the ZOOM link. Study guides are also available by contacting the church office.