Early ADVENT STUDY
During the weeks leading up to Christmas, our senses are saturated with music, displays, food, and holiday scents. Join Faith Forum in an Advent Study “Experiencing Christmas by Matt Rawle.
November 15 “Do You Hear What I Hear?”
Victor's Vittles
Victor’s Vittles, our Parkville Food Pantry, would appreciate holiday type foods as well as the regular fare for those in need in our community. Please drop off any nonperishable food donations in the Narthex baskets.
Operation Christmas Child
Operation Christmas Child boxes are here! Fill your box with items for a boy or girl of any age that probably would get nothing on Christmas. Directions and suggestions included with each box. Final collection is on Nov. 22nd.
Disciples with YARN
Each MONDAY at 7PM you are invited to join the people knitting or crocheting hats and lap blankets for cancer patients, and newborns. You too can be a blessing to our neighbors. Don’t know how to knit or crochet —- we’ll help you.
Pastor’s Virtual Advent Study
JOIN OUR VIRTUAL ADVENT STUDY
Pastor Hawkins has an Advent Bible Study that she designed and will be leading it on ZOOM. It is on Wednesdays, beginning November 18 from 7-8PM. Hope to see you in attendance. Contact office@hisschurch.org for the Zoom link.
Friendly's of Perry Hall Spirit Night
Hiss Church will return to Friendly's in Perry Hall for another spirit night on Thursday, November 19th from 5:00 - 8:00 PM.
Vendor and Craft Fair
Come and find unique gifts and items at our Craft and Vendor Fair. There will be food prepared in our kitchen for lunch, and items from our Bake Table. Open from 9-3. See you there!
Ecumenical Thanksgiving Service
The Ecumenical Thanksgiving Service will be held at St. John’s Lutheran Church at 7PM on November 25. Pastor Hawkins will be delivering the message. Come join in worship with with our neighbors from St. Ursula Catholic Church, St. Johns Lutheran Church, and Hiss United Methodist Church.
Get your homemade beets and pickles for your Thanksgiving feast!
A fresh batch of Hiss Church famous beets and pickles are ready. They are delicious! Beets are available in quart size $9, pint size $5. Bread and butter pickles are pint size $4.
Advent Workshop
Come to the Fellowship Hall and get ready for Advent. Get in touch with your creative side and make things for your Christmas season. There is something for all ages. Oh, the Raven’s game will be on for the diehard fans.
Sunday School Christmas Pageant
The entire Sunday School will be presenting THE NATIVITY STORY at the 10 AM Unity Service on December 6 (snow date Dec. 13). They will all be there: Mary, Joseph, baby Jesus, the shepherds, angels, and the magi. You won’t want to miss this.
Hiss Outdoor Clean-Up Day
Come on out and join us for Hiss Church’s Outdoor Clean-Up Day! We will be getting the church grounds tidy. Please come on out and give us a hand. Any questions contact Hiss at: landscaping@hisschurch.org
Trunk or Treat
Bring your princesses, super heroes, and creatures of all kinds to TRUNK AND TREAT in the upper parking lot of Hiss Church from 3 - 5:30. It will be BOOtacular!
Pastor Appreciation
Pastor Appreciation Sunday on October 25, 2026 we invite you to take a moment to share a card, note, or words of encouragement with Pastor Hawkins.
Boscov's Friends Helping Friends Fundraiser
We are participating in the Boscov’s Friends Helping Friends Fundraiser again. 100% of your $5 donation goes to Hiss Church, everyone benefits!
What: Purchase a shopping pass for $5 and receive 25% off the lowest prices all day long!
Where: In-Store Only
How: See LINDA MILLER before the event
Date: Wed, Oct. 21th
Store Hours: 8AM – 11PM
Questions? office@hisschurch.org
Blessings of the pets
Bring your beloved pets and join us for a special Blessing of the Animals as we celebrate the wonderful animals God has placed in our lives.
CHURCH CLEAN - UP
Join in and help out in the church clean-up day. A lunch will follow.
Texas Roadhouse - White Marsh
See you at Texas Roadhouse in White Marsh (8207 Town Center Drive). Tell your server that you are here as a part of Hiss Church fundraiser. See you there!
Faith Forum
All are invited to join Faith Forum in the ‘Faith Forum Room’ under the sanctuary at 9 AM on Sundays. This DVD adult Bible study is open to all. This study is facilitated by Dale Salah
October 11 BEHIND ENEMY LINES 1 Kings 18: 22-24
Spirit Day at Silver Spring Mining Company
Hiss will have a SPIRIT DAY at the Perry Hall location (8634 Belair Road) of the Silver Spring Mining Company. The restaurant will donate 10% of your tab to Hiss. Invite your friends and also enjoy the fellowship with your friends at church. See you there
Bell Ringer Rehearsals begin
Come and be a BELL RINGER. Rehearsals begin on Wednesday Sept. 16th at 6:30 PM in the Sanctuary. Jim Shiplet is the director.
Disciples with Yarn
MONDAY NIGHTS in room 208 from 7 - 8:30 PM come join your fellow crocheters and knitters who make useful hats for people in need.
YOUTH KICK OFF!
All Middle and High School students are invited to kick off the new program year on Sunday, September 13th at 6:30 PM in the youth room. Come join in the fun!
HEARTS ON FIRE Youth Choir
The HEARTS ON FIRE Choir will begin practice in the chapel at 5:30 PM on Sunday Sept. 13th under the direction of Choir Director Chuck Solomon. Please come and sing!
Sunday School Begins!
3-5 yrs old room 204 Carol Jagoe teacher
1st-3rd grade room 304 Nathalie Pembamoto teacher
4th - 5th grade room 303 Lois Artes teacher
Middle and High School room 301 Chuck Solomon teacher
All classes begin following the children’s sermon at the 10 AM worship service.
Rock Painting
When: This Friday Sept. 11th Any time from 6-9PM. Any age.
Where: Room 105
Bring: Your creative and decorative side to share love, joy and good news!
Chancel Choir
Come and join the Chancel Choir and make a joyful music for the Lord! Rehearsals begin on Tuesday September 8th in room 104 at 7PM. Chuck Solomon, choir director, will have a variety of music styles and welcomes all.
Wesleyan Choir Begins
ALL CHILDREN ARE WELCOME TO COME AND MAKE A JOYFUL NOISE!
Join Mr. Chuck in room 104.
Church Picnic at Beachmont
Worship - Picnic - Play — You are invited!
6433 Mount Vista Road, Kingsville, MD
No Church Service at Hiss on the 30th.
Blessing of the Backpacks
ALL STUDENTS, TEACHERS, SCHOOL STAFF AND ADMINISTRATORS as well as anyone involved in education, join us for a blessing for the new school year. Pastor Hawkins will be asking for God’s blessings for a year filled with learning, growth, wisdom, kindness toward one another and protection.
Chick-fil-A on Belair Road
SPIRIT NIGHT at Chick-fil-A in the Perry Hall Shopping Center (8867 Belair Road) FUNdraiser from 5-8 PM on Tuesday . Dine-in and join fellow Hiss people, carry-out or go through the drive-through. Be sure to mention Hiss Church when you place your order.
Ironbirds Baseball Game
Join your Hiss friends at the August 1 IRONBIRDS baseball game which is followed by a fireworks display. See you there!
Friendly’s Fundraiser (Perry Hall)
Join us for a fun time of good fellowship, good food, and ice cream! Click here for the flyer with all the details and remember to show it when you order! Pastor Mark and the new pastor will be there!
VBS 2026 JOURNEY WITH PAUL
JOURNEY WITH PAUL VBS 2026
Pack your bags and come. Press the picture to reach additional information and the on-line registration form. If you have not registered by Friday June 19 - you can still register on Monday June 22, Doors open at 5:40 PM.
Rev. Mark Mooney Retirement Celebration
Rev. Mark Mooney will retire from Hiss Church on June 14th. We will be celebrating this event during the 10 AM service. There will be a reception in the fellowship hall after worship. All are welcome!
Education Award
All active members of Hiss UMC who are continuing their education in undergraduate studies, can apply for an education award. Applications available on the link, must be submitted by July 15th.
Music in Ministry
Join friends at Hiss for a interactive time of MUSIC, TEACHING, and CONVERSATION. It will be a great time for all. See you there!
KONA ICE EVENING
Enjoy a nice cool treat at the Hiss evening at Kona Ice at . 20% of the proceeds will go to Hiss. 3326 E Joppa Rd, Parkville
PROVERBS Pathways to Wisdom
Faith Forum New Study….JOIN US!
9 AM in the Bride’s Room accessible from the lower parking lot.