Sermon for November 30, 10am
Good things happen when we quit biting our nails in worship and start lifting our hands in praise!
A study of Psalm 93
Thank You Thanksgiving Luncheon Volunteers!
A big THANK YOU to all of our volunteers for making the Thanksgiving luncheon a very happy event! There were so many smiles, laughter, and happiness from everyone who attended the luncheon.
The Church Office will be closed Wednesday, November 26 and Thursday, November 27
Wednesday Night Supper, Prayer Meeting, Choir and Orchestra Resume December 3
Church office closures do not affect regularly scheduled meetings that are held onsite. Please check with your group leaders for details regarding upcoming schedules during the holidays.
'Rejoice always, pray without ceasing, give thanks in all circumstances; for this is the will of God in Christ Jesus for you. ' - 1 Thessalonians 5:16-18
We hope you have a joyful Thanksgiving!
Drop in and see what’s new!
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Library Hours: Sundays 9:30–10:00am
Located near the front of the church in the hallway next to the foyer.
What books would you like to see in the Hillcrest library? Let us know!
Sunday, November 30 during 10:00am worship service
The Lord's Supper is a symbolic act of obedience whereby believers memorialize the death of the Redeemer and anticipate His second coming.
Please contact Pastor Tom Goodman if you have questions regarding Lord’s Supper.
REMINDER: If you will be worshiping online, please have your Lord’s Supper items out and ready when service begins at 10am.
Click Here for more options
Saturday, December 6, 2:00-4:00pm, Hillcrest Church in room A165
Ladies, Hillcrest Women’s Ministry would love for you to join us for a Christmas Tea Party — a cozy afternoon filled with laughter, tea, and time to slow down and celebrate the season together.
We’ll enjoy delicious teas and finger foods, play a few fun games (with prizes!), and hear an uplifting message from Karen Raulie that will encourage your heart during this busy time of year.
Please RSVP HERE by December 1st.
Come take a break from the holiday hustle, breathe deep, and be reminded of the true peace that only Jesus brings. We can’t wait to spend the afternoon with you!
The BCNE exists to support New England churches. We are here to help you multiply Christ-followers through partnering, equipping and encouraging.
The Baptist Churches of New England was founded in 1983 as a small network of Southern Baptist churches. Today we are made up of more than 365 churches located across Connecticut, Rhode Island, Massachusetts, Vermont, New Hampshire, and Maine.
Lottie Moon Christmas Offering and Week of Prayer
Help Us Reach Our Lottie Moon Christmas Offering Hillcrest Goal: $23,000
Give Now to Fund: Lottie Moon
Lottie Moon Week of Prayer Guide
What is the Lottie Moon Christmas Offering?
Lottie Moon was sent as a Southern Baptist missionary to China from 1873 to 1912. She saw firsthand the world's greatest problem — LOSTNESS. Meeting so many people who had never heard the gospel compelled her to write letters to American churches describing the need for a greater missionary presence.
She pleaded for increased prayer and financial support to send and sustain more missionaries. This challenge became known as the Lottie Moon Christmas Offering®.
Learn More Here
Lottie Moon Post Office: December 7 - December 21
Send your Christmas Cards to church members using the Lottie Moon Post Office
You can help support Lottie Moon as you spread Christmas cheer to your Hillcrest family.
Bring your Christmas cards to the MPC
Deposit them in the mailbox
Pay for “postage” which will go directly to Lottie Moon.
Please note that all cards must be picked up in the MPC.
No cards will be mailed or delivered outside the church.
You can also pay by check or cash for the amount of the postage. If paying by check, make it payable to Hillcrest and write “Lottie Moon” on the memo. Be sure to check the mail slots each Sunday so you can collect your Christmas cards!
Saturday, December 13, 6:00-8:45pm, Hillcrest Church MPC
FREE event, but RSVP is required.
This event is free and is open to preschoolers through 5th grade. There will be games, crafts, pizza, snacks, and lots of fun! Friends are welcome, but registration is required in order to attend.
Registration deadline is December 10th.
REGISTER HERE for the Children's Christmas Party
Wednesdays, 5:00pm, MPC (See menu for details and closures)
Join us for Fellowship and Food! Cost is $5.00 per person or $15.00 per family. RSVPs are required.
RSVP on your Connection Card this Sunday OR call the church office 512-345-3771 by Monday 4:30pm for that week’s supper.
Women's Discipleship Hour
2nd and 4th Wednesday of each month, 7:30pm-8:30pm, A165
Join us the 2nd and 4th Wednesday of each month at Hillcrest for Women's Discipleship Hour. This is a space for women to know each other more deeply, love and encourage one another well, and help one another grow in love and faith together.
Contact Mindy King mindela.king@gmail.com and join our group for current up to date information.
Men’s Ministry: Discipleship Dinner
1st and 3rd Monday of the Month, 7:00pm-9:00pm
We are excited to begin a new venture into expanding our Men’s Ministry at Hillcrest!
Join us on the 1st and 3rd Monday of the month where we will spend time in discipleship, fellowship, and serviceship together- expanding in our relationship with our Saviour, our Church Family, and our Community. Contact John Cameron, john.cameron@hillcrest.church and join our group for current up-to -date activity!
THURSDAYS, 6pm flexible start time to eat
Room A165, except for 3rd Thursday of the month when we’ll meet on the 3rd floor Summit
Are you a young adult in your 20s and 30s? Gather in the Fellowship Center each Thursday, thru May 29th for fellowship and table games. We'll eat anytime between 6:00-7:00pm and we won't have a quitting time on the board games but come and go as your schedule allows. No RSVP required. Contact Gayla for more information.
Third Wednesday and Fourth Monday of Every Month
Group leaves Hillcrest at 8:30am - meet at Church Office (Steck 2 Entrance)
We have an opportunity to serve at the Angel House Soup Kitchen! Our group will leave Hillcrest at 8:30am.
We need at least 5-6 volunteers to meet Angel House Soup Kitchen requirements.
Thank you for supporting this ministry! In May Angel House Soup Kitchen served 9,832 meals. As of May, they have served 42,875 meals this year.
Learn More Here
Join us in the MPC:
Thursdays 7-10pm and
Saturdays, 1-4pm
Email Lance Karm with questions.
Schedule subject to change.
See Upcoming Schedule HERE
Mondays & Wednesdays at 9:30am, MPC - Open to Adults of ALL Ages!
Cost: $25 per month
Please join Marina Rusch at 9:30am on Mondays & Wednesdays in the MPC (Gym). Each class is an hour long and is very low impact but high intensity. To sign up or if you have questions, please contact Marina.
