Connect Groups
Better Together
Find community and grow in your faith as you build lasting relationships through our Connect Groups.
Holy Word members and all guests are welcome to stay after worship for a Bible study led by one of the pastoral staff. Attendees study a book or section of the Bible or a spiritual topic. There is also time for fellowship, prayer, a cup of coffee and occasional snacks!
11am, Sundays, Holy Word Austin
Leader: Pastor Joel Hering
Men meet at a local restaurant to study a book of the Bible and enjoy breakfast and fellowship together. Newcomers welcome!
6:30am, Wed, N. Austin
Leader: Adam Gould
Youth in the Middle is a youth group for ages 5th to 8th grade. Friends and guests are welcome! Group meets once a month for Bible study, fellowship, food and fun.
3rd Friday evening of each month
Leader: Sallie Pannenbacker
Join a group of moms and dads from Holy Word and HWCA for connection and mutual support.
Dads meet 7pm, 2nd Thursday of each month. Location: varies (to be determined by the group).
Moms meet 7pm, 3rd Thursday of each month. Location: varies (to be determined by the group).
Leader: Pastor Joel Hering and Rebekah Koestler
Calling all twenty-somethings to join our Young Professional's Bible study. Connect with other young professionals in the congregation while also getting the chance to dive in to & reflect on the Word.
11am, Sundays, Holy Word Austin
Leader: Jonathan Baumler
Do you like to sing or want to learn how to sing? Do you want to connect with other members of the church and form stronger friendships and community? Then we have good news for you. Our Hymn Sing Connect group meets regularly on Wednesday evenings. All who love to sing are invited to join!
Wed, Holy Word Sanctuary. Contact Di Michelson for schedule details.
Leader: Di Michelson
Youth In Christ is a youth group for teens ages 9th to 12th grade. Friends and guests are welcome! Group meets every Wednesday evening of each month for Bible study, fellowship, food and fun.
7pm, Wed, E. Round Rock
Leaders: Chad & Cindy White
Members and friends are welcome to our small group Bible study. We usually review the Scripture lesson and sermon from the previous Sunday’s worship, pray together and enjoy snacks.
10:30am, Fri, South Austin
Leader: Rob Siirila
Women meet weekly to study a book of the Bible, pray together and enjoy fellowship. Group also occasionally meets outside of Tuesday night for fellowship, fun or serving opportunities.
6pm, Tue, E. Round Rock
Leader: Chris Gebert
oin a "young at heart" group of friends 55+ who get together once a month for Bible study, fellowship and lunch. New friends always welcome!
10am, 2nd Thursday of each month (Sept-May), Holy Word Austin
Leader: Myrna Mahnke
Kids in Christ is a youth group for ages K to 4th grade. Friends and guests are welcome! Group meets once a month for Bible study, fellowship, food and fun.
3rd Sunday afternoon of each month
Leader: Yessie Contreras
This book club is a fun, informal way for women to get together and share their thoughts on a variety of topics through the books that are read. Books may be secular or religious, non-fiction or fiction, classics or the newest best seller, in any genre, but all will be discussed through a Christian’s viewpoint. Join us for Christian fun and fellowship, intellectual stimulation, a way to share ideas and insights, an opportunity to practice Christian discernment--and of course, food. Books are chosen by the club's members.
7pm, 3rd Friday of each month Location: varies (to be determined by the group)
Leader: Julie Wietzke