What to Expect

Gathered worship is the most influential moment in the life of the church. What we do on Sundays shapes how we live Monday through Saturday.


Services start at 10am and will typically last 90 minutes. Each Sunday, we will have

  • readings from God’s Word,
  • musical worship that is contemporary in nature but rich in biblical theology,
  • liturgical elements such as corporate prayers, readings, and creeds,
  • a sermon from God’s Word, typically lasting around 45 minutes,
  • and the observance of communion.
Modern expressions of ancient liturgies

Our musical style is contemporary, but the songs we sing are a blend of old and new. Our services will feel immediately relevant, but include liturgical elements that are sometimes two thousand years old. This is a feature, not a bug, as we seek to learn from and continue in the great traditions of biblical and church history.

Biblical preaching for real life

Our sermons will usually be expositional, verse-by-verse studies of books of the Bible. Sometimes we will preach on important pastoral or cultural topics from a biblical worldview. Every sermon will be grounded in God’s Word, and aimed not just at growing in knowledge of the Word, but being transformed by the renewing of our minds.

Expectation of encounter, focus on formation

At Hill City, we seek to worship God in Spirit and Truth (John 4). Our expectation is that every worship gathering is an opportunity to encounter God in powerful ways. At the same time, we recognize that worship is not primarily about our feelings or experiences, but about glorifying God and being formed into the kind of people who worship Him every day of the week.

A place for the entire family

Kids are always welcomed at Hill City. We have intentional programming for babies through 5th grade every Sunday morning where children can grow in their understanding of God’s Word in age-appropriate environments with trusted, trained adult volunteers. For mothers with infants, a dedicated Mother’s Room is available. We also have kids activities for any children who attend service with their parents.

Frequently Asked Questions

  • When and where does Hill City meet?

    We meet on Sundays at 10am at the Charlotte Avenue YMCA in Rock Hill.

  • What is available for kids and teens?

    We have a nursery and kids programming for all children birth through 5th grade.


    Babies and children up to 3rd grade will get checked into their classrooms prior to the start of service, and can be picked up after service with the appropriate security tag.


    4th and 5th graders check in before service, but attend the first part of the adult worship service before being dismissed right before the start of the sermon. This allows older elementary students to begin learning how to transition into the life of the whole church while still receiving age-appropriate teaching from God’s Word.


    Middle and high school students are encouraged to participate in the full life of the church by worshiping in the main service and volunteering when they’re ready.

  • What are services like?

    Our services begin at 10am and last about 90 minutes. Come early to ensure you are able to fellowship, check in kids, and enjoy a cup of coffee.


    Services will generally start with announcements, Scripture reading, worship, and liturgical elements, such as the reading of a creed, corporate prayer, or call-and-response Scripture reading.


    After that, one of our pastors will preach a sermon from the Bible aimed at helping you understand the Scripture, know God, and apply truth to your everyday life.


    In response to the proclamation of God’s Word, we worship, pray, and take communion together. At Hill City, communion is available to all baptized believers in Jesus Christ.


    Services typically end with the singing of the Doxology.

  • What should I wear?

    We are a “come as you are” kind of church. Dress however you would normally dress.

  • What does Hill City believe?

    You can read about our beliefs at the link below.

  • Can I watch services online if I can’t attend in person?

    We currently do not have live streaming options for worship, but every sermon is posted on our Youtube page the following week.

  • Can I talk to a pastor?

    If you have any other questions or simply want to talk to a pastor, feel free to use the contact form below. We are happy to help!