If you are looking for a church home, we'd like you to know there is a special place here just for you. Here are some of the experiences we offer.
A Place to Worship
We are a people whose hearts are shaped by Jesus. The primary reason for us getting together is to focus our attention on our Creator and Loving Heavenly Father. We sing praises to him with vocal (a cappala) four part harmony singing. Everyone can participate and be uplifted. We sing, pray and hear inspirational lessons from God's Word that help us for day to day living! Each occasion is a special time of spiritual refreshment. We hope this is what you experience when you attend our service!
A Place for Enrichment
For every person at every age level we offer a wealth of opportunities, special programs and ministries for children, youth and adults which fill the church calendar. You can be sure that in this kaleidoscope of activities there's more than one place where you can be personally enriched. Youth Group: Wholesome activities, Fun times, Service projects, Bible study, Building Friendships! Annual Youth Rally - housing more than 100 teens who are in attendance.
A Place for Service
Just as Jesus Christ came "not to be served, but to serve..." we accept our responsibility to reach out in service to others. This applies both within this church family and to our community as well. We Care About Our Community! Our facilities have been used for . . . * "Living Well with Diabetes" Lecture and Product Fair * 4-H Club * Boy Scouts * Special Olympics basketball groups * Home School volleyball teams and more . . .
A Place for Learning
To us, studying the Bible is vital because it not only instructs us intellectually, but it also guides us spiritually. We believe it and accept it as God's Word, a Book that is alive and relevant to life today. Learning its truth is a thrilling adventure. Classes for Children: Bible stories and fun activities that prepare kids for wholesome living and offer times of friendship!
A Place of Friendship
Nothing compares to the joy of Christian friendship. That's why we make it a priority to build lasting bonds between the members of our church family, bonds of concern and genuine commitment to one another. Best of all, this circle of care is ever widening. We'd love for it to include you, too. For example, our Hospitality groups help people feel comfortable and welcome!
The Hastings church of Christ was established in the '50s. A small group of christians met in homes. The group purchased a building on South Street in the '60s. The present building at west 12th and Laird was built in 1969. The parsonage at 2324 Home Street was built in 1972. The fellowship hall was built in 1996.
Hastings church of Christ ministers, past and present:
* Maxie Boren
* Bernard Smith
* Harry Thomas
* Bob Willy
* Gray Carter
* W. O. Mowery
* Lem Ford
* James Sampson
* Jeff Edson
* Maurice Pierce
* Dennis Frazier
* Steve Ginn
* Ken Ellis
* Russ Dudrey