Sermon for November 15, 10am
God exposes the corruption of his people, judges their rebellion, and promises a new heart to those he restores.
Week 4 in the series, "Ezekiel: Finding God When Life Falls Apart."
A study of Ezekiel 8-11
Congratulations Jessica and Miranda for winning the 2026 Best Trunk Award!
Thanks to all who had any part in making Trunk or Treat a great success! It was a fun night of showing the love of Christ to our community. It takes a village to reach a village. Many thanks to all who contributed. See Photos Here
Who will receive the trophy next year? Start planning now! --Diane Goodman
Tell Us About Your Trunk or Treat Experience!
We want to hear ALL about your cake walk, trunk or treating and costumes!
Share Your Story Here.
Help us fill 200 Operation Christmas Child boxes this year!
Gift Box Donations Due Sunday, November 8
Completed Boxes Due November 15
Cash donations will be used to purchase box contents or for shipping. Recommended shipping donation is $10/box. GIVE ONLINE HERE
FRI, NOV 13, 10AM-5PM and SAT, NOV 14, 9AM-3PM
Hillcrest Church - 3838 Steck Ave, Austin
Join us for our 36th Annual Labor of Love Holiday Market!
Find one-of-a-kind gifts for everyone on your list. Grab lunch while you shop! Enjoy Margaret's Enchiladas and Chocolate Cake, Dee's Chicken Salad, and Debbie's Broccoli Cheese Soup and Debbie's Cream of Potato Soup. Proceeds from food sales and booth rentals benefit our youth to fund their various mission activities throughout the year.
FOOD PREORDERS are now closed
Food preorders can be picked up at the Holiday Market - Booth 30
Sunday, November 15, immediately following 10am service, MPC
Join us immediately following service for this 45-minute class designed for those who are considering membership or want to learn more about Hillcrest. In this session, you will receive the information and inspiration you need for meaningful involvement in our church.
REGISTER HERE
Q&A Session: Sunday, November 15, 4:30pm, Room O107
Special Called Meeting & Vote: Wednesday, November 18, 6:15pm, Room A161
We will have a special called business meeting on Wednesday, November 18, at 6:15pm in Room A161 to vote on our 2027 budget. We will also have a Q&A with committee chairpersons on Sunday, November 15, 4:30pm in Room O107. Contact Karen Raulie karen@hillcrest.church with any questions.
2027 Spending Plan Letter - Coming Soon!
2027 Spending Plan - Coming Soon!
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
Sunday, November 22 at noon in the MPC
Please join us at our annual Churchwide Potluck Thanksgiving luncheon!
As a special treat, our own Pennybacker Pickers will perform!
Volunteers Needed for set-up and clean-up:
5 volunteers needed to help with preparation on Sunday morning.
8 volunteers needed to help with clean-up: putting up the tables and chairs, emptying trash cans and sweeping the MPC floor (MPC needs to be ready for the Hillcrest Children’s Academy on Monday morning).
Please contact Denise Hall and Jean Murray if you wish to volunteer, OR if you are not currently attending a Life Group class and need a food assignment.
Sunday, November 29 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
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.
Saturday, December 5, 2:00pm-4:00pm, A165
Ladies, join us for our Women’s Ministry Christmas Party on Saturday, December 5th, from 2–4 PM! Our theme this year is “Carols of Christmas,” and we’re looking forward to a sweet afternoon of Christmas fun, laughter, and fellowship together.
If you’d like, bring a favorite snack, appetizer, or dessert to share—but no pressure! We’re just excited to spend time together and celebrate the Christmas season.
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 22 books on prayer for the month of October and part of November. We also added the next ten books in the Hardy Boys series, as well as some featured fiction by Bodie & Brock, and Janette Oke.
We also have Making Sense of God by Tim Keller.
Hillcrest Library Featured Books
What books would you like to see in the Hillcrest library? Let us know!
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
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
2nd & 4th Wednesdays, 7:30-8:30pm, A165
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.
Trunk or Treat - October 31
The Chosen Movie Pizza Watch Party - November 15
Camp Eagle - June 17-21 - Register Now!
Contact John Cameron with questions: John.Cameron@hillcrest.church
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: Saturdays, 1-4pm
SCHEDULE IS SUBJECT TO CHANGE:
Email Lance Karm with questions and to receive the current schedule.
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 Katie for more information
