First Christian Church
Hampton VA
23666
- Disciples of Christ churches in Hampton, VA
- Disciples of Christ churches in Virginia
- Disciples of Christ churches in United States
- Disciples of Christ churches near me
- All churches in Hampton, VA
Who we are
The focus of First Christian Church (Disciples of Christ) is community. We care for one another and just as equally minister to others without any “strings” nor limitations placed upon our love. This has made us diverse and accepting, united by common purpose with an inclusive like-heartedness which naturally expands our circle of friends.
You may have driven by and seen our sign on Todds Lane, locally known as "God's Way" with numerous houses of faith along its length. Rooted in the Hampton/Newport News area since 1888, First Christian has been at our current location since 1961. Our expansive 1-story building is set back from the road, and is equipped with fully accessible entries, sanctuary, classrooms, fellowship hall, and ADA-compliant restrooms. Most of us park in the lots to the rear of the sanctuary, but there is also plenty in front!
The learning hour begins on Sundays at 9:30 a.m., with groups for all ages, and worship follows at 10:45 a.m. Some wear traditional "Sunday clothes" and others dress casually. Whatever works! We find joy in one another, whether long-time attendees or first time visitors, and we will learn your name!
Worship services and music are a mix of traditional and contemporary. Strong choirs and solid preaching, with the Lord’s Supper on every Sunday being open to all. The pastor likes to keep it short with a 12-15 minute sermon and blogs his sermons for those unable to attend or who want to study and reflect. Children are are highly welcomed in worship, and for those with health issues or little ones, an ADA-compliant "family-style" restroom is just off the sanctuary. A nursery is available upon request for babies and pre-schoolers, with all workers trained and background-checked.
You will find we are a congregation committed to volunteer service, whether in supporting worship and education, tending to those in health crisis, or the two dozen who support our weekly "The Welcome Table" feeding ministry. Service to others defines us and it’s changed us. We actively host 15 helping and social community organizations, ranging from multiple Girl Scout troops, to AA and Al-Anon, and provide support to local elementary and middle schools.
If you have questions or need more information, please call the church office at (757) 826-0711. You can also check us out on social media, or just stop by the church.
Office Hours: Monday through Thursday, 9 AM - 2 PM. If you need to make an appointment outside those hours, call to make arrangements with the pastor.
You may have driven by and seen our sign on Todds Lane, locally known as "God's Way" with numerous houses of faith along its length. Rooted in the Hampton/Newport News area since 1888, First Christian has been at our current location since 1961. Our expansive 1-story building is set back from the road, and is equipped with fully accessible entries, sanctuary, classrooms, fellowship hall, and ADA-compliant restrooms. Most of us park in the lots to the rear of the sanctuary, but there is also plenty in front!
The learning hour begins on Sundays at 9:30 a.m., with groups for all ages, and worship follows at 10:45 a.m. Some wear traditional "Sunday clothes" and others dress casually. Whatever works! We find joy in one another, whether long-time attendees or first time visitors, and we will learn your name!
You will find we are a congregation committed to volunteer service, whether in supporting worship and education, tending to those in health crisis, or the two dozen who support our weekly "The Welcome Table" feeding ministry. Service to others defines us and it’s changed us. We actively host 15 helping and social community organizations, ranging from multiple Girl Scout troops, to AA and Al-Anon, and provide support to local elementary and middle schools.
If you have questions or need more information, please call the church office at (757) 826-0711. You can also check us out on social media, or just stop by the church.
Location of worship
1458 Todds Lane
Hampton,
VA
23666
United States
Phone: (757) 826-0711
Fax: (757) 827-6904
Click here to contact the church
Church Pastor
Pastor
1458 Todds Lane
Hampton,
VA
23666
United States
Phone: (757) 826-0711
Fax: (757) 827-6904
Click here to contact Vinson W. Miller
Denomination
Disciples of Christ
Affiliations
Church Website
First Christian Church on Social Media
Facebook Video: First Christian Church Facebook Video
Leadership
Leader Name:
Vinson W. Miller
Leader Position:
Pastor
Formal Title:
Reverend
Leader Address:
1458 Todds Lane
Hampton
Virginia
23666
Hampton
Virginia
23666
Phone:
Fax:
(757) 827-6904
Leader Email:
Click here to contact Vinson W. Miller
Leader Bio:
Rev. Vinson Miller, who prefers to just go by 'Vinson,' entered the ministry in 1983, serving as a pastor of congregations in Kentucky, Virginia, and Pennsylvania, before serving 24 years as a Navy Chaplain. Retiring from the Navy in 2017, he was called to be the pastor of First Christian Church in November 2017, drawn by a congregation that is an inclusive, loving community that easily welcomes new folk and is centered on community service through weekly 'The Welcome Table' that is to both address food insecurity issues and create a place of community for people to gather from every walk of life. Vinson is a board-certified clinical chaplain with multiple assignments at Naval hospitals as well as civilian, with extensive background in treating trauma. He will see anyone, regardless of faith or no faith, if they need a safe person to sort out life.
Vinson W. Miller on Social Media:
Other Church Leaders:
Administration
Admin Name:
Tiffini Gray
Admin Position:
Church Administrator
Admin Address:
Phone:
Fax:
(757) 827-6904
Admin Email:
Click here to contact Tiffini Gray
Mailing Address
Driving Directions to First Christian Church
Travel/Direction Tips
Know how to get there? Share the knowledge with others!
Parking
In front, with main parking lot to the rear.
First Christian Church Service Times
REGULARLY SCHEDULED EVENTS IN THE LIFE OF OUR COMMUNITY
Sundays
CHURCH SCHOOL - 9:30 AM
WORSHIP - 10:45 AM
Mondays
THE WELCOME TABLE'S FOOD PREPARATION TEAM - 9:30 AM
GIRL SCOUT TROOP #1117 - 6:15 PM
Tuesdays
GOLDEN THIMBLE - 9:00 AM on 2nd & 4th Tuesdays
'THE WELCOME TABLE' COMMUNITY MEAL (may cancel during snow or hurricane emergencies) - 6:00 PM
Wednesdays
ALCOHOLICS ANONYMOUS (open 'AA' meeting) - 6:15 PM
HANDBELL CHOIR REHEARSAL - 6:15 PM
CHURCH CHOIR REHEARSAL - 7:15 PM
Thursdays
CHRISTIAN WOMEN'S FELLOWSHIP Group 2 - 10:30 AM on 1st Thursdays
GIRL SCOUT TROOP - 6:00 PM
CHRISTIAN MEN'S FELLOWSHIP - 6:30 PM on 2nd Thursdays
CHRISTIAN WOMEN'S FELLOWSHIP Group 1 - 7:00 PM on 3rd Thursdays
T.O.P.S. WEIGHT LOSS GROUP (open to visitors) - 6:00 PM
Fridays
GIRL SCOUT TROOP #1031 - 6:30 PM
AL-ANON (open meeting) - 8:00 PM
Saturdays
SATURDAY CRAFTERS - 9:00 AM on 3rd Saturdays
It's been more than 3 years since the last service times update. Please make sure to contact the church to confirm service times.
Please contact the church to confirm Service Times or SUBSCRIBE to updates below
Sundays
CHURCH SCHOOL - 9:30 AM
WORSHIP - 10:45 AM
Mondays
THE WELCOME TABLE'S FOOD PREPARATION TEAM - 9:30 AM
GIRL SCOUT TROOP #1117 - 6:15 PM
Tuesdays
GOLDEN THIMBLE - 9:00 AM on 2nd & 4th Tuesdays
'THE WELCOME TABLE' COMMUNITY MEAL (may cancel during snow or hurricane emergencies) - 6:00 PM
Wednesdays
ALCOHOLICS ANONYMOUS (open 'AA' meeting) - 6:15 PM
HANDBELL CHOIR REHEARSAL - 6:15 PM
CHURCH CHOIR REHEARSAL - 7:15 PM
Thursdays
CHRISTIAN WOMEN'S FELLOWSHIP Group 2 - 10:30 AM on 1st Thursdays
GIRL SCOUT TROOP - 6:00 PM
CHRISTIAN MEN'S FELLOWSHIP - 6:30 PM on 2nd Thursdays
CHRISTIAN WOMEN'S FELLOWSHIP Group 1 - 7:00 PM on 3rd Thursdays
T.O.P.S. WEIGHT LOSS GROUP (open to visitors) - 6:00 PM
Fridays
GIRL SCOUT TROOP #1031 - 6:30 PM
AL-ANON (open meeting) - 8:00 PM
Saturdays
SATURDAY CRAFTERS - 9:00 AM on 3rd Saturdays
It's been more than 3 years since the last service times update. Please make sure to contact the church to confirm service times.
Please contact the church to confirm Service Times or SUBSCRIBE to updates below
PRINT
ZOOM
ICAL
SUBSCRIBE
Worship Languages
English
Dress Code
Up to each person!
Sunday School / Children and Youth Activities
Under 12s:
Sunday Learning Hour
Under 18s:
Sunday Learning Hour
Local outreach & community activities
AA
Al-Anon
Girl Scouts (4 troops)
Golden Thimble
Saturday Crafters
Tarrant Middle School
Tidewater Basketry Guild
Foodbank of the Virginia Peninsula
Al-Anon
Girl Scouts (4 troops)
Golden Thimble
Saturday Crafters
Tarrant Middle School
Tidewater Basketry Guild
Foodbank of the Virginia Peninsula
Other activities & ministries
Salty Christians Discussion Group
Adult Sunday Learning Groups
Christian Women's Fellowship (CFW)
Christian Men's Fellowship (CMF)
Adult Sunday Learning Groups
Christian Women's Fellowship (CFW)
Christian Men's Fellowship (CMF)
Special Needs/Accessibility
ADA compliant building access through all doors, and in most restrooms.
Hearing-impaired are provided a printed copy of pastor's sermon before the service, to insure inclusion.
Hearing-impaired are provided a printed copy of pastor's sermon before the service, to insure inclusion.
Prayers and Hymns
Main Bible:
New Revised Standard Version
Hymns and Songs:
Ancient, modern, and contemporary.
Other information
Average Adult Congregation:
60
Average Youth Congregation:
6
Additional Info:
The Tuesday evenings (6-7 pm) 'The Welcome Table' feeds 120-150 weekly, without regard to income, age, faith or any other status - to address both the issue of hunger AND to provide a place for community to happen!
First Christian Church History
First Christian Church FAQs
Question: Where is First Christian Church located?
Answer: First Christian Church is located at 1458 Todds Lane, Hampton, Virginia.
Question: Who is First Christian Church's pastor?
Answer: First Christian Church's pastor is Vinson W. Miller.
Question: What time is service at First Christian Church?
Answer: REGULARLY SCHEDULED EVENTS IN THE LIFE OF OUR COMMUNITY Sundays CHURCH SCHOOL - 9:30 AM WORSHIP - 10:45 AM Mondays THE WELCOME TABLE'S FOOD PREPARATION TEAM - 9:30 AM GIRL SCOUT TROOP #1117 - 6:15 PM Tuesdays GOLDEN THIMBLE - 9:00 AM on 2nd & 4th Tuesdays 'THE WELCOME TABLE' COMMUNITY MEAL (may cancel during snow or hurricane emergencies) - 6:00 PM Wednesdays ALCOHOLICS ANONYMOUS (open 'AA' meeting) - 6:15 PM HANDBELL CHOIR REHEARSAL - 6:15 PM CHURCH CHOIR REHEARSAL - 7:15 PM Thursdays CHRISTIAN WOMEN'S FELLOWSHIP Group 2 - 10:30 AM on 1st Thursdays GIRL SCOUT TROOP - 6:00 PM CHRISTIAN MEN'S FELLOWSHIP - 6:30 PM on 2nd Thursdays CHRISTIAN WOMEN'S FELLOWSHIP Group 1 - 7:00 PM on 3rd Thursdays T.O.P.S. WEIGHT LOSS GROUP (open to visitors) - 6:00 PM Fridays GIRL SCOUT TROOP #1031 - 6:30 PM AL-ANON (open meeting) - 8:00 PM Saturdays SATURDAY CRAFTERS - 9:00 AM on 3rd Saturdays
Question: What is First Christian Church's dress code?
Answer: Up to each person!
Question: What is First Christian Church's Facebook page?
Answer: https://www.facebook.com/FirstChristianChurchDOCHamptonVA/
Question: What is First Christian Church's Instagram page?
Answer: https://www.instagram.com/firstchristianchurchhampton/
Question: Where do I park at First Christian Church?
Answer: In front, with main parking lot to the rear.
Question: What is First Christian Church's website?
Answer: http://firstchristianhampton.org/
Question: What denominaiton is First Christian Church?
Answer: First Christian Church belongs to Disciples of Christ denomination.
Answer: First Christian Church is located at 1458 Todds Lane, Hampton, Virginia.
Question: Who is First Christian Church's pastor?
Answer: First Christian Church's pastor is Vinson W. Miller.
Question: What time is service at First Christian Church?
Answer: REGULARLY SCHEDULED EVENTS IN THE LIFE OF OUR COMMUNITY Sundays CHURCH SCHOOL - 9:30 AM WORSHIP - 10:45 AM Mondays THE WELCOME TABLE'S FOOD PREPARATION TEAM - 9:30 AM GIRL SCOUT TROOP #1117 - 6:15 PM Tuesdays GOLDEN THIMBLE - 9:00 AM on 2nd & 4th Tuesdays 'THE WELCOME TABLE' COMMUNITY MEAL (may cancel during snow or hurricane emergencies) - 6:00 PM Wednesdays ALCOHOLICS ANONYMOUS (open 'AA' meeting) - 6:15 PM HANDBELL CHOIR REHEARSAL - 6:15 PM CHURCH CHOIR REHEARSAL - 7:15 PM Thursdays CHRISTIAN WOMEN'S FELLOWSHIP Group 2 - 10:30 AM on 1st Thursdays GIRL SCOUT TROOP - 6:00 PM CHRISTIAN MEN'S FELLOWSHIP - 6:30 PM on 2nd Thursdays CHRISTIAN WOMEN'S FELLOWSHIP Group 1 - 7:00 PM on 3rd Thursdays T.O.P.S. WEIGHT LOSS GROUP (open to visitors) - 6:00 PM Fridays GIRL SCOUT TROOP #1031 - 6:30 PM AL-ANON (open meeting) - 8:00 PM Saturdays SATURDAY CRAFTERS - 9:00 AM on 3rd Saturdays
Question: What is First Christian Church's dress code?
Answer: Up to each person!
Question: What is First Christian Church's Facebook page?
Answer: https://www.facebook.com/FirstChristianChurchDOCHamptonVA/
Question: What is First Christian Church's Instagram page?
Answer: https://www.instagram.com/firstchristianchurchhampton/
Question: Where do I park at First Christian Church?
Answer: In front, with main parking lot to the rear.
Question: What is First Christian Church's website?
Answer: http://firstchristianhampton.org/
Question: What denominaiton is First Christian Church?
Answer: First Christian Church belongs to Disciples of Christ denomination.
"I would rather train twenty men to pray, than a thousand to preach; A minister's highest mission ought to be to teach his people to pray." H. MacGregor
First Christian Church listing was last updated on the 5th of August, 2020
