Sermon for September 13, 10am
Find out five ways that trials can benefit us.
Week 3 in the series, "Faith>Fear: Lessons from King Hezekiah"
A study of Isaiah 38:1-20
Ladies' Bunco & Snacks - Saturday, September 12, 2:00-4:00pm, Room A165
Ladies, join Hillcrest Women for a fun afternoon of Bunco, laughter, and fellowship! Whether you're new to Bunco or a seasoned pro, it's a great chance to connect, enjoy some laughs and make new friends. Bring a snack to share!
Annual Youth Meeting - September 13
Sunday Night Studies - Student Film Series - begins September 27
McKinney Falls State Park - October 4
Trunk or Treat - October 31
Contact John Cameron with questions: John.Cameron@hillcrest.church
Begins September 16 (sign up Sunday, Sep 13)
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 Sunday, September 13,
OR call the church office 512-345-3771 by Monday 4:30pm for that week’s supper.
Midweek Inspiration and Prayer - Begins September 16
Join Us Wednesdays in the MPC, 5:45-6:00pm!
Each Wednesday evening following the midweek meal, stay for 15 minutes for "Table Talk." It will include a brief devotional thought from Pastor Tom followed by table discussion and prayer. Wednesday Night Supper is served between 5:00-5:45pm.
Learn more about Wednesday Night Supper
Beginning Wednesday, September 16th, A165, 7:30-8:30pm
Then starting October 14: 2nd & 4th Wednesdays
Beginning September 16th, join us at Hillcrest for Women's Discipleship Hour. This is a space for women to get 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 and scheduling.
Fridays, 9:30-11:00am, September 18 - November 6
Ladies Bible Study: The Names of God, Room A166, led by Sharron Ingram & Jane Frost
(Book Cost $30)
Discover Who God Is and Who He Calls Us to Be
From the opening chapters of Genesis through the final verses of Revelation, God is known by many names—names that reveal who He is, what He does, and how He relates to His children. In this 8-session Bible study, you’ll examine names for the Father, the Son, and the Holy Spirit, and you’ll discover the impact each of God’s names has on your relationship with Him.
Sunday, September 20, 5:00-6:30pm, MPC
Oh Boy! You’re gonna wanna join us for our 2nd Annual upcoming church-wide TRIVIA NIGHT! That’s right folks, on Sunday evening, September 20 at 5:00 p.m., join host, John Parker in the MPC for LOTS of fun with movies, music, and more in a community-wide trivia competition. All are invited and all are welcome! YES, there will be PRIZES! YES, there will be food!
Tuesdays, 6:30-8:00am, A-165
MANUP is a community of men connecting with God and other men. Come join our men-only accountability group meeting at Hillcrest in A-165, from 6:30-8:00am. We'll have breakfast tacos, coffee, Bible study and good connections. For more information, email John Parker.
Looking for a place to serve?
We will be serving our church family, our community and city.
Contact Pat Stivers during the coffee fellowship on Sunday mornings (August 23,30 and September). Call/Text Pat at 512-970-6679 or email Pat Stivers with questions or to sign up.
Sundays, September 27 - November 15, 5:00-6:30pm
The Anchor Course
Cold-Case Christianity
ASL (American Sign Language)
Student Sunday Film Series
BAM! (Bible Arts & Missions) for Children
Preschool childcare will be provided upon request.
Sundays, September 27 thru November 15, 5-6:30PM, E241 (2nd floor educational building)
BAM! is BACK! Our Sunday evening training program for children grades K-5. BAM! will meet from 5:00 – 6:30 p.m. in the Children’s Sunday School room located in the children’s wing on the Hillcrest campus. We will be diving deep together as we study the Bible, Missions and Worship Arts. Snacks will be served, and we will have GREAT fun learning and sharing! Come check it out!
Parents, while you are on campus, join us for one of our Live Luke 2:52 Sunday Night Studies:
LEARN MORE ABOUT OUR SUNDAY NIGHT STUDIES HERE
Preschool care during these events is available by request. Please email pat@hillcrest.church
Hillcrest Library, Open Sunday mornings 9:30-10:00am and 11:00-11:15am
Located near the front of the church in the hallway next to the foyer.
We are currently featuring books by Dr. David Jeremiah, one of today's most respected Christian authors and Bible teachers. Learn more about, "The Holy Spirit" from Billy Graham or "Living in the Power of the Holy Spirit," from Dr. Charles Stanley.
Hillcrest Library Featured Books
What books would you like to see in the Hillcrest library? Let us know!
Thank you Teacher Appreciation Volunteers!
Hillcrest served lunch to about 200 teachers and staff from Hill, Murchison and Anderson schools. The day went smoothly thanks to the leadership of Pat Stivers and her team of volunteers: Margaret Miller, Jane Frost, Sharron Ingram, Cheryl Harris, Carol Moreno, Jeanie Hubbard, Rose Crawford, Sheryl Southwell, and Denise Hall, Ronald White, Dan Stivers, Lisa Leutjen, and Nikki Cameron (decorations).
Please stop by the church office this Sunday after service to read the Thank You poster from Hill Elementary School.
Thursday, October 8, 8:30am-4:00pm (Church van leaves at 8:30am)
Adventures with Tom: Independence, Texas. Come see where Texas was born—and where Sam Houston was born again. On Thursday, October 8, we'll leave the church parking lot at 8:30am to travel to Independence, Texas, the birthplace of the Republic of Texas. We'll tour the Texas Baptist History Museum and Independence Baptist Church, and stop by the spot in Rickey Creek where he was baptized. We'll eat at Must Be Heaven in Brenham, and make a stop at the headquarters of Blue Bell ice cream. We should arrive back at the church at 4pm. Tell us you plan to attend, and let us know whether you're driving on your own or taking the church van. For more information, contact Pastor Tom at tom@hillcrest.church.
SIGN UP HERE for Independence, Texas
Men’s Fall Retreat, October 17, 9am-5pm, Lake Georgetown
Hey Men/ Dust off your life jackets and get out your sun screen! Ascend Outdoors is taking us out to Lake Georgetown on October 17, 9am-5pm, for a day of easy kayaking and hiking. We’ll spend this time immersed in fellowship and God’s wonderful creation. Cost is $78/per person, lunch included. For men, and boys ages 10 yrs and older. Space is VERY limited at 20 max.
Sign up today and reserve your spot!
Email John Cameron, john@hillcrest.church for more information!
Friday, November 13 (10AM-5PM) and
Saturday, November 14 (9AM-3PM)
Hillcrest Church - 3838 Steck Ave, Austin
Join us for our 35th Annual Labor of Love Holiday Market!
Find one-of-a-kind gifts for everyone on your list. Grab lunch while you shop!
Vendor list coming soon!
FOOD PREORDERS - Order Now thru Nov 8
Vendors Interested in 2026 & 2027 Holiday Market: Contact Marina Rusch
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.
Men’s Ministry: Discipleship Dinner
1st and 3rd Monday of the Month, 7:00pm-9:00pm
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!
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
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.
Join us in the MPC: Thursdays 7-10pm and Saturdays, 1-4pm
SCHEDULE IS SUBJECT TO CHANGE:
Email Lance Karm with questions and to receive the current schedule.
