WHO WE ARE
Hayes Barton United Methodist Church is a vibrant and connected faith community that strives to be faithful disciples of Jesus Christ, continuously growing in our relationship with God and our understanding of God's word, and confidently reaching out in mission to our community and our world.
We are located in the heart of the Five Points Neighborhood near downtown Raleigh. We invite you to join us in joyful worship and celebration on Sunday mornings and connect with us throughout the week. We are blessed with many energetic ministries that appeal to all generations, including a variety of spiritual formation classes, small group connections, a dynamic music ministry, and international and domestic mission opportunities. Come and discover what Hayes Barton is all about!
Hayes Barton is located on Fairview Road between Stone Street and Reid Street:
2209 Fairview Road
Raleigh, NC 27608
Our Mission
Offering Christ, Community, and Compassion. In this congregation of the Body of Christ, we celebrate and share God's grace through worship ministry, fellowship, mission, Christian education, and service.
Our Vision
To live as Disciples of Christ. We accept God's call to know, experience, and share God's transforming love.
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Passionately put God first every day in all that we do
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Faithfully live new lives in Christ
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Boldly share the Gospel
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Eagerly serve others
Our History
Hayes Barton United Methodist Church was established on December 6, 1936. The Reverend Leon Russell was our first pastor. One hundred-seven charter members originally assembled in the old Hayes Barton School (now Underwood Elementary). In December of 1937, a building site for the new church was purchased at the corner of Fairview Road and Stone Street for $3,500. Formal opening of the new church building occurred on Sunday, September 10, 1939.
In 1955, ground was broken for a larger sanctuary which would replace the “little church in the pines.” This is our current place of worship which underwent a total renovation in 2009.
It was over 80 years ago that the original charter members joined together to lay a foundation for a place of worship and service to God. Today, we are a congregation of over 3,000 members, and we continue to grow each year in what is a community of faithful people and a place where one can be shaped, filled, and poured out to live as disciples of Christ.