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!


EASTER WEEKEND


Join us for a GOOD FRIDAY Service at BOTH DC Church locations APRIL 18th at 6:30pm. Kids, enjoy a fun, candy-filled Eggstravaganza Easter Egg Hunt 11am Saturday, APRIL 19th at BOTH DC Church locations. Finally, be our guest for worship on Easter Sunday, APRIL 20th at one of five morning services at both campus locations. See more details below.

Good Friday Service at DC Church

Good Friday Service

DC CHURCH

Good Friday is the Friday before Easter Sunday and it represents the three days between the death of Jesus and His resurrection from the dead. During our Good Friday Services, we will remember Jesus Christ’s death on the cross as atonement for our sins. Through song and scripture, we will reflect on the suffering Christ went through for our sake by sacrificing His life for our sins. Join us for this intimate time of reflection Friday, APRIL 18th at 6:30pm at BOTH DC Church locations. Registration for child care is closed.

Eggstravaganza Egg Hunt at DC Church

Eggstravaganza Egg Hunt

DC CHURCH

Hey kids, join us for a fun-filled and candy-filled Eggstravaganza Easter Egg Hunt at DC Church. This event for preschoolers and elementary aged children will take place 11:00am Saturday, APRIL 19th at BOTH DC Church locations. Be sure to get your Golden Ticket and bring it to church Easter Sunday for a chance to win the GIANT GOLDEN EGG GRAND PRIZE! We look forward to seeing you there!

Easter Sunday at DC Church

Easter Sunday

DC CHURCH

Be our guest for worship on Easter Sunday, 2025. Easter this year is APRIL 20th. At our DEEP CREEK CAMPUS, we will have three worship services; a 6:30am Sunrise Service; 9:30am Traditional Worship Service with choir, praise team and orchestra; and an 11:00am Modern Worship Service with praise band.

 

At our WEST PORTSMOUTH CAMPUS, we will have two worship services, including a 6:30am Sunrise Service and an 11:00am Modern Worship Service with praise band.

 

There will be exciting kids’ activities and small groups on Easter, as there are each Sunday for children and preschoolers. So, if you have kids, they will have a special place just for them. They won’t want to leave. Come worship with us at DC CHURCH on Easter Sunday, APRIL 20th and all the Sundays yet to come.


EVENTS & ACTIVITIES


Crisis Pregnancy Center Walk For Life

2025 Walk For Life

DC CHURCH

Registration is now open for fundraising walkers for the 2025 Walk for Life. The Walk for Life is Crisis Pregnancy Center of Tidewater's (CPC) largest annual fundraiser.  The money raised goes toward the work of saving the lives of preborn babies in South Hampton Roads and sparing the hearts of moms, dads, and their families from the devastation of abortion.  This year's walks will take place April 5 at Chesapeake City Park, April 12 at Va Beach Town Center, and April 26 at the Virginia Zoo in Norfolk.  Please consider signing up to raise funds or support one of DC Church's walkers. Thanks for partnering with DC Church and the Crisis Pregnancy Center as we raise funds to save lives, spare hearts, and spread the gospel.

VBS 2025 "Magnified"

DEEP CREEK CAMPUS

Registration is open for our 2025 Vacation Bible School, "Magnified!"  VBS at the Deep Creek Campus is June 23 - 27 from 9am - noon each day and is open to all kids age 3 through those who will have completed 5th grade. Three year-olds must have turned 3 by September 30, 2024.

VBS Leaders Needed!

DEEP CREEK CAMPUS

Our 2025 Vacation Bible School, "Magnified," is just around the corner and we need leaders in all areas. This year's VBS dates are June 23 - 27 at Deep Creek and July 28 - Aug 1 at West Portsmouth.  Both will run from 9am to noon.  If you would like to serve at one or both locations, click the button and complete the online volunteer registration form.

Magnified VBS Leader Training

VBS 2025 Leader Training

DEEP CREEK CAMPUS

All VBS volunteers from both campuses are encouraged to join us for our 2025 VBS Leader Training on Saturday, May 3 from 9am until noon at the Deep Creek Campus.  This is THE BIG TRAINING for everyone who will be serving at this year's Vacation Bible School at either campus.  You will leave this training excited for VBS and equipped to lead.  A light breakfast will be served and childcare is provided (sign-up required).

Family Dedication

DC CHURCH

Family Dedication is an opportunity for you to stand before God and DC Church and commit to raising your children and leading your family in a way that honors Him. This is an important time for you and your family, and we want to do everything we can to help your children grow to know Jesus. Family Dedication will take place on Sunday, May 18 at both DC Church locations. Click the register button, complete the Family Dedication form and someone from our Family Ministry Team will contact you with more information.

Senior Adult Trip to Smithfield

SMITHFIELD, VA

Senior Adults are invited to participate in a trip to Smithfield, VA on Tuesday, April 29th.  This event will be full of fun!  We will learn the history of Isle of Wight County, eat and shop on Main Street, and end the day with a tour of St. Luke's Historic Church, Virginia's oldest brick church.  The church bus will leave the DC campus at 9:15am, and the cost of this event is $10.  Please RSVP at the church office or at the DC Welcome Desk by Sunday, April 27th.

Senior Adult Trip to Lancaster

LANCASTER, VA

The Senior Adult trip to see "Noah" at the wonderful Sight & Sound Theatre in Lancaster, PA will be May 19-21st.  There is a side trip to Hershey, PA also planned during this event.  The total cost is $275 (based on hotel room double occupancy), but to secure your spot, a $100 deposit is due by April 17th. To RSVP, call the DC church office at (757) 487-2182 M-F or visit the DC Welcome Desk on Sundays.


BIBLE STUDIES


Tuesday Night Bible Study

Tuesday Night Bible Study

DEEP CREEK CAMPUS

Join us every Tuesday night from 7:00pm-8:30pm in the Concourse Room at the Deep Creek Campus. This is a Bible study for those who serve on Sunday mornings and are not able to attend a Connect Group, however, everyone is invited. We will be studying books of the Bible and going through various topical studies.

Pastor Larry's Wednesday Bible Study

Wednesday Bible Study

DEEP CREEK CAMPUS

Pastor Larry's bible study class meets Wednesday afternoons at 2:00pm 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's Pastor's Class

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


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

Join us Wednesday nights at 6:30pm.  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

Join us Wednesday nights at 6:30pm.  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. 

DC Students Connect Night

Students Connect Night

DEEP CREEK CAMPUS

Students from both DC Church locations 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

DEEP CREEK CAMPUS

Calling all moms of children of all ages- infants, preschoolers, and beyond!  DC Church's MOPS group is now called The MomCo. MomCo stands for Mom Community and the DC MomCo group is now accepting registrations. Starting in September, meetings are held on the first and third Thursday mornings of every month from 9:15 to 11:15 am, at the Deep Creek Campus. 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