Question 1

Is this church fun?

Accepted Answer

"So, whether you eat or drink, or whatever you do, do all to the glory of God" - 1 Corinthians 10:31

Our church is active, multi-generational, generous and kind and we love to have a good time in glory to God. We engage in family-friendly game nights, speed friending events, potlucks, summer picnics and more. If you are looking for a place to feel a sense of belonging, Nichols is the perfect choice

Question 2

Which service should I attend?

Accepted Answer

8:30 service is for those that enjoy a more relaxed worship service with contemporary music in the sanctuary.  This service also offers Holy Communion.

10:00am is our largest service and one which has a traditional structure. As well, our children's Sunday School takes place about 15 min after the start of this service. There is also nursery care available for children 3 and under. Many choose to attend the 10:00am service and subsequent fellowship coffee hour afterwards to catch up with other attendees.

Question 3

Are children welcome to attend the service?

Accepted Answer

Yes! Youth are always welcome (including crying babies!). If you have children 3yrs and under, you are welcome to sign them into our Nursery. The nursery has toys, arts and crafts and the most caring providers. They will even assist with bottles, diapers, and toileting if needed.

At our 10:00am service we have a Children's Sermon about 10 minutes in and then most of our school age children depart with our education staff to participate in Sunday School. Parents can enjoy some peaceful time with God or if there child needs a little extra help they can join them at Sunday School

Question 4

Am I allowed to receive Communion?

Accepted Answer

As we say in our Invitation to the Table, "Christ our Lord invites to his table all who love him, who earnestly repent of their sin, and seek to be at peace with one another." If you can say you do or have done these three things, you are welcome to receive.

Everyone is welcome at our communion table. Whether you are a United Methodist, baptized or not, young or older, come and experience the grace of our Lord.

Our church receives communion of bread and grape juice (gluten-free bread is also available).

For more information on Methodist Communion practices, please read this helpful article

Question 5

How do I become a member?

Accepted Answer

Congregants can become a member of NUMC in 2 ways:

being baptized into the church
taking membership vows

If you or a member of your family would like to be baptized or take your membership vows, please contact the Pastor.

For more information on Methodist Membership read this article

Question 6

Where do we park?

Accepted Answer

Our lot is located behind the church and  can be entered into via Shelton Rd or Center Rd. If this lot is full, you may park across Huntington Tpke at the gravel NIA lot. Please use the lighted crosswalk when crossing Huntington Tpke.

Question 7

What are your summer hours?

Accepted Answer

Services and some ministries reduce their meeting frequency during the summer months. Sunday School for children continues in the summer,  as well as Vacation Bible School which runs for 1 week. Please check our schedule via the church calendar, home page, or news page for more on summer worship times

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