Hinton is continuing to collect donations of specific cleaning supplies to prepare cleaning kits (flood buckets) to go to hurricane-affected areas of Western North Carolina. We have already donated 200 buckets, thanks to generous donations from community members. Our goal is to donate 200 more by year end. Help us collect these critically-needed supplies by […]

For individuals and groups interested in on-site volunteering to help in the hurricane relief effort, Hinton Rural Life Center in Hayesville, NC, is excited to offer a workshop that is vital for disaster response preparation. "What to Know Before You Go," to be held Thursday, December 5, 10am to 3pm, is a comprehensive workshop designed […]

The community is invited to this special worship service on the longest night of the year. If the holidays are a difficult time for you, this is an opportunity to bring those feelings and experiences before our God, who understands and loves you. This service of hurts, healing, and hope, and loss, courage, and comfort […]

Registration is open and continues through January 17 for the Spring 2025 Leadership Chatuge Community Builders. The 12-week course begins January 27 and goes through April 14, meeting Monday evenings, 5:30-8:30pm. Cost includes speakers, weekly dinners, and supplies. Some partial scholarships are available. The class is for those who work and/or live in Clay, Cherokee, […]

REGISTRATION IS OPEN for our Spring 2025 Theotokos Confirmation Retreats, Hinton's United Methodist confirmation retreat ministry. Weekend options include: February 28 - March 2, March 14-16, March 21-23, and March 28-30. Theotokos retreats are for youth participating in United Methodist Confirmation, their leaders (clergy and laity), and other accompanying adults. Although youth as young as […]

After a successful launch in September 2024, BOOM is back for two weeks in 2025. For adults 60+ (though we're not checking IDs!), Hinton's Boomers on Outreach Mission will be offered April 6-11 and September 28 - October 3. Participants will  serve in Hinton's Safe & Healthy Home Repair ministry, meeting and "walking alongside" neighbors […]

REGISTRATION IS OPEN for youth mission teams to participate in one of Hinton’s 2025 Summer Mission Outreach weeks. You’ll serve in and learn about our rural Appalachian community, worship, and have lots of fun. Mission teams arrive on a Sunday and serve Monday through Wednesday on Hinton’s Safe & Healthy Home Repair projects. These may include: […]