Looking for Something Real? Welcome Home!
At Fuquay-Varina United Methodist Church, you’ll find a vibrant mix of ages, backgrounds, and life stories, all woven together by a shared desire to grow in faith and serve our community.
We’ve been cultivating community since 1903, and we’re still learning, growing, and showing up for each other.
This is a place where grace leads, questions are welcome, and transformation is possible, for you, your family, and the world around you.
Whether you’re drawn to vibrant worship, meaningful service, or a nurturing place for your kids, FVUMC has something just for you. Here’s how we bring connection and growth to life, every day.
Sunday Worship That Feeds the Soul:
Three in-person services and the FVUMC live stream. Each meets you where you are, with modern music, traditional liturgy, or a 40-minute online service designed with your schedule in mind.
Discipleship Groups for All Ages:
At Fuquay-Varina UMC, we believe in creating a space where faith and community come together. Faith isn’t just for Sundays! Our children’s, youth, and adult small groups help you build friendships, grow in faith, and find support.
Support for the Journey:
Caring ministries like GriefShare, Stephen Ministry, and caregiver support groups, visitation and prayer teams offer spiritual and emotional support when life gets heavy.
Creative Faith Formation:
Our Worship Arts ministries offer opportunities for all ages and skill levels to serve and worship through music in both traditional and contemporary settings, as well as in the community. At FVUMC, you’ll find a place where all are encouraged to use their gifts to serve and worship God.
Serving Our Community:
Our mission & outreach ministries offer many opportunities for all ages to help care for one another and God’s good creation. As a congregation, we are committed to making God’s love known by transforming lives and transforming our community.
We’d Love To See You Sunday!
Contemporary Worship
Services at 9am and 10am
Uplifting Praise: Our contemporary services feature our praise team and a casual worship style. Both services have the same content, and the 10am worship service is also available by livestream.
Holy Communion is celebrated on first Sundays. Dedicated gluten-free station available.
Children are welcome to attend worship with their families. Infant/Toddler Nursery and Children’s Sunday School (K-5) also available.
Traditional Worship
Service at 11:15am
Flexible Tradition: This is a classic but casual worship experience with hymns, choir, and time-honored traditions. This service is inter-generational, and folks wear whatever makes them most comfortable.
Holy Communion is celebrated weekly. Dedicated gluten-free station available.
Children are welcome to attend worship with their families. Infant/Toddler Nursery and Children’s Sunday School (K-5) also available.
FVUMC Live Stream and Online Worship
We’re excited to offer several online options for our worshiping family!
Sundays at 9am, The Venue is a 40-minute worship service crafted just for our online worshipping community. This service is unique and personal because it’s live-hosted from our church studio by a pastor or guest host.
At 10am and 11:15am, we offer the FVUMC live stream from our worship center.
Worship Recap
Each week, we also compile a 30-minute worship recap recording including the sermon and music. These are posted on our Worship page.
Ways For All Ages To Connect And Serve
Whether you’re navigating parenthood, searching for belonging, or feeling called to a deeper purpose, it’s easy to be isolated in the hustle of life. But you’re not alone.
At FVUMC, we offer a place to be known and to grow stronger in faith and friendship with God and one another. Together, we build lives rooted in God’s love and purpose.
News and Upcoming Events
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Adult Discipleship Opportunities – Fall 2026
We’re so excited to offer a variety of ways for you to grow on your faith journey this fall! There are short-term and longer-term opportunities to help you deepen your relationship with God and one another.
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Starting Point Drop-In Gatherings
Starting Point helps people find their next way to connect at FVUMC. Stop by and chat with staff and church leaders on the front patio after Sunday morning worship. Upcoming sessions: For questions, email melanie@fvumc.org.
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Fall Festival Is October 25
We’re planning to have tons of fun for all ages including the Trunk-n-Treat, LIVE MUSIC, hay rides, food trucks, inflatables, and more at our Fall Festival on Sunday, October 25, 2026 from 3-6pm. Don’t forget your Halloween costume! The Fair Trade Store and Quilts & More Market for Missions will also be open for shopping…
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One Anothering: Studies and Workshops
In a time marked by division, we can choose unity, even without uniformity of opinion. In addition to exploring One Anothering in worship through our sermon series, we are offering a study and a workshop on the topic: One Anothering Study This 8-week study by the Colossian Forum invites Christians to cultivate mindsets and habits…
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Serve as Part of Our Clothing Closet Team
Several times per year, the FVUMC Clothing Closet ministry provides free clothes and linens to anyone in the church and community. Our centrum is organized in sections with sorted clothing, and anyone can come and get what they need for themselves and/or their family To make this outreach possible, a team of volunteers works Wednesday…
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Safe Harbor: Affirming Small Group
Safe Harbor is an affirming gathering for adults who are or who love someone LGBTQ+. All are invited – whether you are LGBTQ+ or a parent, grandparent, sibling, spouse, relative, friend, or ally. You are welcome wherever you are on your journey. Where love listens, learns, and stays. Initial meeting on Wednesday, October 21 from…
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Best Years Club Trips
Occasionally, the Best Years Club coordinates trips to nearby locations. We’d love to have you! Christmas Jubilee Show at the Ruby Theater On Thursday, December 3, the Best Years Club is taking a group trip to the Ruby Theater in Selma, NC. Payment for show tickets must be made in advance by November 10. Individuals…
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The Church Has Left The Building – Serving Opportunities
As part of our “The Church Has Left the Building” sermon series, we are challenging everyone in our congregation to go out in the community and serve as a tangible expression of the church leaving the building. Our Missions Committee has worked with our community partners, local schools, and other nonprofits in the Fuquay-Varina area to coordinate meaningful serving opportunities in September and October. Sign up as an individual,…
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New Members Class Information
What is FVUMC all about? What does it mean to be a member of this covenant community? How do I meet people at FVUMC? Get answers to these questions and bring your own to New Members Class. You’ll meet other new people, learn about our church family, and learn how you can connect deeper with God…
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Frequently Asked Questions
What time are worship services?
We offer contemporary services at 9:00 AM and 10:00 AM and a traditional service at 11:15 AM. All are welcome, come as you are. We also offer online worship that's a great way for you to participate and experience all worship styles.
Is there something for my kids on Sunday mornings?
Yes! Children are always welcome in worship. We also offer nursery care (birth to age 2) and Sunday School for children through 5th grade. Youth in 6th grade and higher are encouraged to worship with their families and friends.
What if I haven’t been to church in a while?
You’re in the right place. Many of us came back after time away. You’ll find a warm welcome and no pressure. Just start where you are.
How do I get involved?
Start by joining us on a Sunday morning, then try a connect group or class. If you’re not sure where to begin, we’ll help you find your people.
Do you offer support during tough seasons?
Absolutely. Our care ministries walk with individuals and families through grief, illness, life transitions, and caregiving.
Can I attend if I’m not sure what I believe?
Yes. We believe faith is a journey, not a finish line. Come with your questions. We walk together.
Ready to Take the Next Step?
Join us this Sunday, or let us know you’re coming.
Whether you’re new to the area, new to church, or simply ready to reconnect, we’d love to welcome you. Meet your “framily.” Find a safe, joyful place to grow.
Visit us in person or online.