EVENTS

There is always something going on at DC Church.  Below you'll find an assortment of our many events, activities, ministry outreach opportunities, weekly/monthly gatherings and bible studies.  Get connected at DC Church today!


EVENTS & ACTIVITIES


Save The Dates For The 2025 Living Nativity

DC CHURCH

The Living Nativity is our annual Christmas outreach to our community with the goal of sharing the Christmas message to all who attend. Save the dates! The event will take place at BOTH DC Church locations December 12, 13 & 14 from 6:30pm-8:30pm.

Rocky Hock Theatre Christmas Show 2025

DEEP CREEK CAMPUS

Darryl Stallings and Step of Faith from Rocky Hock Playhouse Performers are coming to the DC Church Deep Creek Campus! Join us November 18th, from Noon-1:45pm.  Lunch will be provided by Jason's Deli, followed by an amazing performance! Registration is $22 and must be paid in advance, along with meal selection.  Hurry! THE LAST DAY TO REGISTER IS THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 13th! You can pay by exact cash or check to the office during business hours or drop your payment in the lockbox outside the office door.  Online payments are available as well. To place your Jason’s Deli order, contact the church office at (757) 487-2182.

Operation Christmas Child

Operation Christmas Child

DC CHURCH

Operation Christmas Child (OCC) is the opportunity to pack a shoebox full of gifts for a child. These gift-filled shoeboxes are delivered together with the Good News of Jesus Christ as expressions of God's immense love for a child. Shoeboxes and more information are available in the Welcome Area.

 

At the Deep Creek Campus, we are collecting packed shoe boxes November 17-24.

 

Kids, parents, and others, come out to the West Portsmouth Campus on Wednesday, November 5th, from 6:30-7:30pm to pack your own shoebox for our annual Operation Christmas Child effort.

The Best Christmas Pageant Ever

Good News Cinema Presents "The Best Christmas Pageant Ever"

DEEP CREEK CAMPUS

Join us for a heartwarming afternoon of laughter, nostalgia, and holiday cheer! Good News Cinema is hosting a special FREE screening of the "The Best Christmas Pageant Ever" on November 12th at 1pm at the Deep Creek Campus. This delightful movie adaptation of Barbara Robinson's hilarious book follows the chaotic Herdman kids—six rowdy siblings from the wrong side of the tracks—who hijack their town's Christmas pageant and turn it into the most unforgettable Nativity story ever told. Expect plenty of chuckles at the Herdmans' outrageous antics, tears from its touching message of grace and redemption, and a fresh reminder of what Christmas is truly about. No Herdmans required—just bring your sense of humor!

DC Students Fall Retreat and Lock-In

DEEP CREEK CAMPUS

All 6th - 12th grade students are invited to join us for our 2025 Fall Retreat and Lock-In at the Deep Creek Campus. The event will take place Friday, November 21 through Saturday, November 22. The cost is just $15 and includes dinner on Friday and breakfast and lunch on Saturday. The weekend will consist of worship, small groups, games, and mission opportunities on Saturday.  Register now!

Youth Evangelism Conferene 2026

LONDON BRIDGE BAPTIST CHURCH

Middle and High School Students are invited to the 2026 Youth Evangelism Conference (YEC), January 16 and 17 at London Bridge Baptist Church in Virginia Beach. YEC calls students to repentance, renewal in their commitment to Christ, obedience to His calling, and equips them to boldly make Jesus known now! The cost is $35 and includes a conference t-shirt, pizza on Friday before we leave, and transportation to and from London Bridge on Friday and Saturday. Money will be needed for lunch on Saturday. This year's YEC includes speaker Chip Luter, worship by Red Letter Society Worship, and entertainment by illusionist Jared Hall. Spaces are limited and will fill up fast, so register now! Contact Pastor Jim for more information. Please use a separate form for each student.

CentriKid 2026 - Children's Camp

DC CHURCH

DC Kids are going to Camp! All children who will have completed 3rd - 5th grades are invited to join us for camp this summer. CentriKid is Sunday, July 19 - Thursday, July 23 at Ridgecrest Conference Center in Ridgecrest, NC. The total cost of camp is $400 and includes transportation, lodging, all meals at camp, and a camp t-shirt. A non-refundable deposit of $150 is due by January 15, 2026 and the remaining balance is due by June 1, 2026.  Click button to register.  Contact Pastor Jim for additional information.

Fuge 2026 - Student Camp

DC CHURCH

All students who will have completed 6th - 12th grades are invited to join us for camp this summer, July 6 - 10, 2026 at Southern Wesleyan University in Central, SC. The total cost is $400. A non-refundable deposit of $150 is due by December 31, 2025. The remaining balance is due by June 1, 2026. The cost of camp includes transportation, lodging, all meals at camp, and a camp t-shirt. Click button to register.  Contact Pastor Jim for additional information.


BIBLE STUDIES


Daring Joy - Women's Bible Study

DEEP CREEK CAMPUS

Ladies, join us for the Bible Study: Daring Joy. This study looks at six women in the bible to teach us about the power of celebration when it feels risky, complicated, and even impossible.  Meeting Wednesdays, 6:30-7:30pm, in room 235 at the Deep Creek Campus.  While you are in the study, there are kids events and childcare available.  Pre-register now.

Tuesday Night Bible Study (Big Questions)

Tuesday Night Bible Study

DEEP CREEK CAMPUS

Join us on Tuesday nights from 7:00 - 8:30 in the Concourse Room at the Deep Creek Campus as we begin a new study, "Big Questions - Developing a Christ-Centered Apologetic" is a six-session study designed to equip us to think biblically and apologetically about some of the toughest topics relating to the Christian faith.  All are welcome, and this is especially a great opportunity for those unable to participate in a Connect Group on Sunday mornings.

Bible Study at Deep Creek

Wednesday Bible Study

DEEP CREEK CAMPUS

Pastor Larry's bible study class meets Wednesday afternoons at 1:00pm in the Concourse Room at the Deep Creek Campus. This Bible study offers a place to connect with other believers and to grow in our understanding of the Bible, as Jesus' own small group of disciples did; making you part of a family.  We should not become satisfied with simply learning what the Bible says, but rather, we should strive together to obey God's inspired instruction to our hearts.

Pastor Cal Bible Study

Pastor Cal's Pastor's Class

WEST PORTSMOUTH CAMPUS

Join us at 10:00am Sundays in the West Portsmouth Concourse Room for Pastor Cal's Pastor's Class.


WEEKLY-MONTHLY GATHERINGS


Joyful Sound Senior Adult Choir

Joyful Sound Senior Adult Choir

DEEP CREEK CAMPUS

Joyful Sound, the Senior Adult Choir, is looking for new members who will join us in singing hymns each Wednesday morning. The requirements are to have a love for these old hymns and a willingness to share this love with others. We meet in the Concourse room each week at 11:00am at the Deep Creek Campus except for the third Wednesday of the month when we share our hymns with the residents of Cedar Manor at 10:30am. We would love to have all who love the traditional hymns to join us as we sing, fellowship and serve together.

Young Adult Groups at DC Church

Young Adult Groups

DEEP CREEK CAMPUS

Young Adult small groups meet throughout the week. Choose one that is convenient for you.

Sunday Mornings at 9:30am - Young Adult group meeting at Deep Creek in Room 216.

Thursday Nights at 7:30pm - Young Adult group meeting in the Youth Space.

KidzJam at DC Church

KidzJam

BOTH DC CHURCH LOCATIONS

KidzJam meets Wednesdays from 6:3pm-7:30pm at BOTH locations.  KidzJam is a mid-week worship experience with music, games and Bible stories for kids in grades K through 5th at Deep Creek and 3 years old through 5th grade at West Portsmouth.

Friendship Factory for Preschoolers at DC Church

Friendship Factory

DEEP CREEK CAMPUS

Friendship Factory meets Wednesdays from 6:30pm-7:30pm at the Deep Creek Campus.  Our three and four year olds enjoy Friendship Factory, where kids connect with Jesus and each other! Each night at the factory, our preschoolers will engage in a Bible lesson, craft, snack and fun worship music, based on our monthly Bible story. 

EQUIP DC Students at West Portsmouth

EQUIP - DC Students

WEST PORTSMOUTH CAMPUS

EQUIP is a time of community, games, and learning for the purpose of helping middle and high schoolers understand what God's purpose for their lives is, with the emphasis being on putting into practice the things that will help them live a life of significance. EQUIP meets Wednesdays at 6:30pm in the West Portsmouth Campus Students Room.

DC Students Connect Night

Students Connect Night

DEEP CREEK CAMPUS

Students from both DC Church locations will gather together for Connect Nights in the gym at the Deep Creek Campus Sunday evenings from 5:00pm-7:00pm. The night consists of food, games, worship lead by our student band, a relevant message, and small groups. Connect Nights provide an environment for students to be themselves and connect with God and other students. These are great opportunities for students who want to grow deeper in their faith, as well as those who are looking to begin a relationship with Jesus.

Women's Missionary Union

Women's Missionary Union

DEEP CREEK CAMPUS

The WMU (Women's Missionary Union) is for women ages 16 and up.  WMU meets on the 2nd Monday of every month in the Deep Creek Campus Concourse Room.  This is a great opportunity for Bible study, fellowship and community outreach.

DC MomCo

WEST PORTSMOUTH CAMPUS

Motherhood doesn't have to be lonely. MomCo, a Mom Community, will now be meeting at the West Portsmouth Campus on the 2nd Thursday of every month from 9:30 to 11:30am. Join us for encouraging, distraction-free fellowship, relevant conversation, mentorship and food. Enjoy Meetups, Playdates, Mom's Nights Out and more. Childcare is available at Thursday Meetups. Contact Dawn Helm at dhelm@godcchurch.com.

DC MomCo

DEEP CREEK CAMPUS

Calling all moms of children of all ages- infants, preschoolers, and school age  kids! DC Church's MomCo group is accepting registrations. MomCo is a Mom Community, that meets at the Deep Creek Campus. starting in September, meetings are held on the first and third Thursday mornings of every month from 9:30 to 11:30am. Child care is provided. You'll enjoy fellowship, devotionals, crafts, monthly playdates, Mom's Night Outs, and so much more! But if you join NOW, you can enjoy Summer Play Dates too. For more information email:  dcmomco@gmail.com

Men's Alliance at DC Church

Men's Alliance

WEST PORTSMOUTH CAMPUS

Men's Alliance is a one hour long gathering for men on Saturday mornings at the West Portsmouth Campus. We start at 7:30am with a 30 minute workout followed by a 30 minute devotional around a fire. The mission is to sharpen men to become the husbands, fathers, and leaders God designed us to be. Come join us!