Sermon for October 25, 10am
When someone you love is making destructive choices, should you speak up or remain silent? Ezekiel's difficult calling teaches us how to speak unwelcome truths with courage, compassion, and hope.
Week 2 in the series, "Ezekiel: Finding God When Life Falls Apart."
A study of Ezekiel 2-3
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
Fall Back - November 1st at 2am
Daylight Saving Time ends at 2:00am on Sunday, November 1st, marking the time when clocks “fall back” and we gain an extra hour of sleep. Be sure to set your clocks back one hour on Saturday night, October 31st, before you go to sleep, so you don’t miss out!
Saturday, October 31, 4pm-6pm, Hillcrest Church (3838 Steck Ave, Austin)
You’re invited to Trunk or Treat at Hillcrest Church! Join us at Hillcrest Church for lots of fun! We’ll have bounce houses, cake walks, trunks to trick or treat from and popcorn and gift baskets. You won’t want to miss this!
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
Friday, November 13 (10AM-5PM) and
Saturday, November 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!
Vendor list coming soon!
FOOD PREORDERS - Order Now thru Nov 8
Vendors Interested in 2026 & 2027 Holiday Market: Contact Marina Rusch
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.
Hillcrest Library Featured Books
What books would you like to see in the Hillcrest library? Let us know!
Fridays, 9:30-11:00am, September 18 - November 6
Ladies Bible Study: The Names of God, Room A162, led by Sharron Ingram & Jane Frost
(Book Cost $30 - pick up your book on the first day of class)
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.
Help Support the Labor of Love Holiday Market!
SUN, NOV 8 - Last Day to donate Games and Puzzles
Our book booth has been such a success at the Labor of Love Holiday Market, that we are doing it again! We have PLENTY of books, but we still need games and puzzles.
All money collected from the sales of these items will go directly to our Student Ministry.
Please drop off games and puzzles in the box right outside the church library near the foyer. Thank you in advance for all your help! Please make sure all donations are suitable for a family friendly environment.
Sermon for November 8, 10am
Dr. Mike Licona will walk us through the evidence for Christ’s resurrection and show us why this remains the best explanation of the historical data. He will show us how Christians can communicate the case clearly, graciously, and effectively in everyday conversations. Whether you are a Christian wanting to share your faith more confidently, a skeptic interested in the historical question, or someone simply curious about why the resurrection has stood at the center of Christianity from the beginning, Dr. Licona hopes this lecture will be helpful.
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
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.
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
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
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!
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.
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
