NEW PARTNERS CLASS
September 29th
Wanting to know more about Hickory Grove and what we believe? Have you been coming for awhile and are ready to make the next step in your journey through partnership? Well this class is for you! Our New Partners Class led by Lead Pastor, Chris Shuford, will lead you through the mission, vision and values of Hickory Grove. Lunch will be provided, please register below if you plan on attending and indicate if you will need childcare. This class will take place immediately following the worship gathering on Sunday, September 29th. SIGN UP HERE
MEN’S RETREAT
October 17-19
MEN!!! It's time for our 2nd annual MEN'S RETREAT! This year we'll be heading back up to black mountain but we'll be staying at the RIDGECREST CONFERENCE CENTER. This is going to be a POWERFUL & LIFE CHANGING WEEKEND and we want YOU to be a part of it! Cost is $175 and that includes lodging, food, tshirt, and other materials for the weekend. If you have any questions, please contact Student Pastor, Mitchell Lewis @ 980.329.1105 or mitch@myhgbc.com...See you on the mountain!
BAPTISM SUNDAY SIGNS UP
September 22nd | 11am
Baptism is an act of obedience, symbolizing the believer’s faith in a crucified, buried and risen Savior. If you’re ready to make your faith in Jesus Christ public. If you would like to be baptized, sign up here and Pastor Chris will contact you.
LADIES NIGHT OUT
October 17th
Ladies, get ready to laugh until your sides ache and your mascara runs! Join us at Chonda Pierce “Life is Funny” LIVE in Concert. Calling all those who know that life is too short not to embrace the joy and humor it brings! So, grab your girlfriends, put on your waterproof mascara, and get ready for Chonda Pierce’s “Life is Funny” LIVE in Concert Tour. Secure your tickets now to the must-see event that will leave you feeling uplifted, inspired, and grateful for the gift of laughter. Cost is $36
Easter Worship Gathering
Join us Easter Morning at 11am for our Easter Gathering as we come together to worship and celebrate Christ’s resurrection!
Easter Sunrise Service
Join us Easter morning at 7am as we celebrate Jesus’ resurrection. This will be an outdoor service located on the front steps of the church.
Tenebrae Service
Join us Thursday, April 6th at 8pm as we meditate and reflect on Christ’s suffering. Tenebrae is a Latin word meaning ‘darkness’ or ‘shadows’. A service of Tenebrae is a service of meditation and reflection, Scripture interspersed with music, for our reflection on what Christ has done for us.
Gastonia Street Ministry (REACH)
Join us Tuesday, March 28th at 7pm as we head to Gastonia Street Ministry to hangout and serve our friends there. We will provide music, Gods Word and a warm meal. If you would like to serve, please arrive no later than 6:45pm. See you there!
Bonfire & Cookout - Rooted Students
Rooted Students! Join us at the Dodd's house on Saturday, March 26th from 4-8pm for a bonfire and cookout! There will be no shortage of fun, food and fellowship with your fellow students! If you would like more information, please contact Student Pastor, Mitchell Lewis @ 980.329.1105 or mitch@myhgbc.com
New Partners Class
Wanting to know more about Hickory Grove and what we believe? Have you been coming for awhile and are ready to make the next step in your journey through partnership? Well this class is for you! Our New Partners Class led by Lead Pastor, Chris Shuford, will lead you through the mission, vision and values of Hickory Grove. Lunch will be provided, please register below if you plan on attending and indicate if you have any food allergies and if you will need childcare. This class will take place immediately following the worship gathering on Sunday, March 26th.
Hickory Spokes Lunch
Hickory Spokes Senior Adult Ministry will be heading to Stanley Kitchen Family Restaurant on Thursday, March 16th at 11am for a time of food and fellowship. Come out and join us!
Gastonia Street Ministry (REACH)
Join us Tuesday, February 28th at 7pm as we go and serve our friends over at GSM. We will provide worship, a gospel message and a warm meal. Come be the hands and feet of Jesus as we show love to our community.
Address: 416 W Main Ave Gastonia, NC 28052
180 Weekend (Rooted Students)
Students - 180 Weekend is upon us!
When? Feb 3-4
Cost for the weekend is $35, please register by 1/18.
What is 180 Weekend?
180 Weekend combines large group worship and small group Bible study to make for a great weekend where students' lives can be radically changed. Students from all over Gaston County and the surrounding areas will join together for worship on Wednesday. They will gather again on Friday and Saturday - and from there, the students will go to host homes (if their church so chooses) for small group Bible study.
Spaghetti Lunch
Join us Sunday, January 29th for our Spaghetti Lunch immediately following the 11am service. This lunch will be donations only with the proceeds going towards our Rooted Students Summer Camp.
Gastonia Street Ministry (REACH)
Join us Tuesday, January 24th at 7pm as we head over to serve dinner to our friends at Gastonia Street Ministry. Service begins at 7pm and will consist of a time of worship, a gospel message, and a warm meal. If you plan on serving, please arrive by 6:45pm. If you have any questions about this ministry, please email Mitchell Lewis @ mitch@myhgbc.com
Lunch at Olive Garden (Hickory Spokes)
Hickory Spokes will meet at Olive Garden on Thursday January 19th at 11:00 am for a fellowship lunch. All senior adults are welcome.
Bunny Blessings Trip (Grove Kids)
Following the worship service on January 15th, Grove kids will be going to McDonalds to have lunch and then to visit Bunny Blessings. This local ministry uses a variety of bunnies to help bring love and therapy to people. At the Bunny Barn, kids will learn about bunny care and get to hold bunnies. Visit www.bunnyblessings.com for more information on this ministry. Cost is $5 per person plus the cost of lunch. Email questions to tiffany@myhgbc.org
Wood Cutting Ministry
On January 14th there will be a trip to Burnsville NC to help with the wood cutting ministry. A recent donation of several dump truck loads of logs has been gifted to the ministry and our help is needed to cut and distribute the wood. During December when the temperature reached -4, our team helped many area residents stay warm. The car pool will leave Hickory Grove at 7:30 am on January 14th. No tools are needed, just willing bodies to help with various tasks. Lunch is provided by the area church. Email Tiffany@myhgbc.org if you would like to join in with January’s team.
Christmas Day Service
Join us for our Christmas Day Worship Gathering on Sunday, December 25th at 10am. This will be a family service.
Christmas Eve Service
Join us for our Christmas Eve Service on Saturday, December 24th at 5pm. This will be a family service.
Ugly Christmas Sweater Sunday
Find those goofy, silly, ugly sweaters from the back of your closet or from your most recent Christmas party and wear them to church on Sunday December 18th at our 11am Worship Gathering. Why would we do this? Well, because ridiculously goofy Christmas sweaters inspire joy and laughter. We believe church can be joy-filled, fun, and filled with laughter, even as we proclaim the Gospel!
Gastonia Street Ministry (REACH)
Join us Tuesday, November 22nd at 7pm as we head over to GSM to serve our dear friends there. Worship begins at 7pm and a dinner to follow. If you would like to help serve, please arrive by 6:45pm. For more information, please check out our REACH facebook page.
New Partners Class
Wanting to know more about Hickory Grove and what we believe? Have you been coming for awhile and are ready to make the next step in your journey through partnership? Well this class is for you! Our New Partners Class led by Lead Pastor, Chris Shuford, will lead you through the mission, vision and values of Hickory Grove. Lunch will be provided, please register below if you plan on attending and indicate if you have any food allergies and if you will need childcare. This class will take place immediately following the worship gathering on Sunday November 20th in the church foyer.
Friendsgiving Celebration
Families of Grove kids are invited to stay after church for a Snoopy themed Thanksgiving Celebration. Come watch “A Charlie Brown Thanksgiving”, eat lunch, & participate in fall activities.
Senior Adult Lunch (Hickory Spokes)
Hickory Spokes will meet for lunch at Mayworth’s in Cramer ton on Thursday, November 17th at 11:00am. All are invited to join in this fellowship.
Operation Christmas Child (REACH)
How Can I Be Involved?
Shoeboxes: Visit the display located in the welcome center, pick up your materials, fill up shoebox with the approved items listed in the flyer, add $10 for shipping, & return to display station in the welcome center by Sunday, November 20th.
Volunteer: Rooted Students will be going to the Operation Christmas Child Warehouse to help process shoeboxes on Tuesday, November 22 from 7:00pm -10:00. They have extra spaces for volunteers if you would like to join. Must be 13yrs old to work in the warehouse. Email Tiffany@myhgbc.org for the link to register online with Rooted Students.
Trunk or Treat
Join us for our annual Trunk or Treat! We’ll have food, candy and more! More details to come!
Gastonia Street Ministry (REACH)
Join us as we go and serve our dear friends at Gastonia Street Ministries. We will provide music, a message, and a meal. This is always a great opportunity for you to REACH out to the community. Service begins at 7pm.
Address: 416 W Main Ave, Gastonia, NC 28052
Churchwide Chili Cookoff
Do you think you have what it takes to enter our Churchwide Chili cook off? Does your chili recipe measure up? If this sounds like you, then we invite you to enter this cook off! Join us following the 11am service in the Family Life Center for this fun event! All proceeds from this event will go towards our Rooted Students Church Camp. If you have any questions or would like to enter, please contact Tiffany @ tiffany@myhgbc.org.
Grove Kids Zoo Trip
Looking for a fun way to spend time with your student on their day off from school? Join Grove kids as we head to the Riverbanks Zoo in Columbia, SC for a day full of fun. Church bus leaves at 7:30am. Bring a bag lunch or pick up something in the park. Email Tiffany@myhgbc.org with questions.
5th Quarter (Students)
What: 5th Quarter: a place for teens to come and chill after the East Gaston home game against Cherryville. Free Food, Music and Open Gym with Games
When: Friday, September 23rd 10:00pm - Midnight
Who: Any Middle or High School Student
Where: Hickory Grove Baptist Church, 3717 Hickory Grove Road in the Family Life Center Gym
Horseback Riding - Grove Kids
Grove Kids! Let’s go Horseback Riding! Join us as we head out to our friends, The Dodd’s Farm on Sunday September 18th from 4-6pm. Be sure to register by September 14th. You can register here
Hickory Spokes Lunch
Hickory Spokes (Senior Adult Ministry) will meet for lunch at Cheddars in Gastonia on Thursday, September 15 @ 11:00 am. Come join for a great fellowship lunch!
Wood Cutting Ministry Event
Join us as we partner with a local church who buys logs from a logging company. They will help saw the logs into smaller pieces. We are needed to help lift small logs, bust them on wood splitters, stack them into the back of trucks and then deliver them to elderly, where we will stack wood in their wood sheds for use this fall and winter.