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Sundays · Discipleship 9:30 · Worship 10:45 AM

Crystal Coast Church of the Nazarene

Love God, Love People, Serve Others

Welcome to Crystal Coast Church of the Nazarene

Whether you’re exploring faith, looking for a church home, or simply needing a place to rest, we hope you will sense God’s presence and the warmth of this community. Our heart as a church is to Love God, Love People, and Serve Others, and we would love the opportunity to live that out with you. We want you to know that YOU matter to God, and you matter to us.

Morehead City, on North Carolina’s Crystal Coast

Pastor Jay Bush preaching at the clear pulpit, in front of the church’s stained-glass window
Sunday worship, 10:45 AM

Sunday mornings

Every Sunday

  1. 9:30AMDiscipleship GroupsClasses for adults, and Sunday School for children and teens. Until 10:30 AM.
  2. 10:45AMWorship ServiceBlended worship, contemporary and traditional music, and a message from God’s Word.
  3. 10:45AMChildren’s ChurchEvery Sunday except the last of the month, when children worship with the whole church.
4311 Country Club Rd, Morehead City, NC 28557Directions →

I’m new

Your first Sunday at Crystal Coast

  1. What it’s like

    We enjoy blended worship that brings together contemporary and traditional music, followed by a biblical message rooted in God’s Word and relevant to everyday life.

  2. Kids are welcome here

    We offer Sunday School for children of all ages at 9:30 AM, followed by Children’s Church for children through 5th grade during the worship service. Nursery care is also available for our youngest guests.

  3. We’d love to meet you

    Before you leave, introduce yourself to our pastor or one of our greeters. We’d love to meet you, answer any questions you have, and help you take the next step in getting connected.

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Sunday worship service 10:45 AM · 4311 Country Club Rd, Morehead City, NC 28557

Kids and families

A child in a paper mask cuts out a memory verse craft

Sundays9:30 to 10:30 AM

Sunday School

Growing in Faith Together

Classes are offered for three age groups: birth through preschool, kindergarten through 5th grade, and 6th through 12th grade. Children and students enjoy age-appropriate Bible lessons, activities, and opportunities to grow in their understanding of God’s Word.

Children play with lamb props in the Children's Church room

Sundays10:45 to 11:45 AM

Children’s Church

Growing Hearts for Worship

Children enjoy Bible-based lessons and activities that help them grow in their faith and understanding of worship. On the last Sunday of each month, children join the entire congregation for worship in the sanctuary.

A child works on a craft at Ripples

Every other Friday5:30 to 6:30 PM

Ripples

Making Waves for Jesus

Ripples is a fun, engaging Bible program for children in grades 1 to 5, featuring Bible stories, interactive activities, puppet shows, and opportunities to learn about Jesus.

Kathy Hammer is our Children’s Ministry Director.

More about our kids programs

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Latest messages

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Jay Bush, Pastor

Meet the pastor

Jay Bush

Pastor

Pastor Jay has served as Lead Pastor since October 2021. He is passionate about his relationship with Jesus and helping others come to know Jesus and grow in their faith.

Family is incredibly important to Pastor Jay, and he considers it one of life’s greatest blessings. When he’s not serving at the church, you’ll likely find him enjoying the beach, spending time with family, or cheering on his beloved Michigan Wolverines (Go Blue!).

Pastor Jay loves the Crystal Coast and is grateful for the opportunity to serve this community. He looks forward to getting to know you and helping you find your place at Crystal Coast Church!

Questions about the church, a Life Group or a visit? Pastor Jay is at pastorjay@ccnaz.com.

Serving alongside Pastor Jay

  • Gary MelilloChurch Secretary / Treasurer
  • Steve BlizzardFinance Committee Chairman
  • Alan HammerDiscipleship Coordinator
  • William AdairAdult Ministry Director
  • Kathy HammerChildren’s Ministry Director
  • Barbara KornsMissions Coordinator
  • Bob McClughanOperations

Get connected

Ministries and Groups

Coming up

  1. EveryWedPrayer MeetingAll are welcome.Wednesdays at 3:30 PM in the church office
  2. Nov6FridayRipplesFor children in grades 1 to 5.Friday, November 6, 5:30 PM to 6:30 PM
  3. Nov11WednesdayWomen Who LunchWednesday, November 11, 11:30 AM to 1:00 PM at the church

Everyone is welcome

We’d love to meet you

Whether you’re exploring faith, looking for a church to call home, or seeking ways to make a difference, you’re welcome here. Together, we seek to love God, love people, and serve others.

The church: red brick, with a tall gabled sanctuary and a cross in its arched window, behind a green lawn

4311 Country Club Rd
Morehead City, NC 28557

On North Carolina’s Crystal Coast

34.7357° N, 76.7745° W