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The Lord Jesus taught His disciples in the setting of a small group. At Hillcrest, we follow our Lord’s example in Growth Groups. Growth Groups meet for a number of weeks to study the Bible together. These studies are organized by topic and are available for men and women of all ages. We encourage you to jump in and take your next steps in becoming like Christ.
Growth Group studies are based on three elements of Ephesians 4:15-16, equipping, doctrinal and maturity.
Equipping
These are GROWTH GROUPS that are designed to teach a specific skill. Example: Prayer, evangelism, discipling, parenting
Doctrinal
These are GROWTH GROUPS that are designed to teach sound doctrine. Example: Who is Jesus? What is Faith?
Maturity
These are GROWTH GROUPS that are designed to teach Christian character. Example: How can I be more joyful? Content? Patient?
A Growth Group (GG) is a seasonal small group of Hillcrest disciples who study the Bible together for the purpose of becoming like Christ. Ephesians 4:11-16 is the passage for our vision of Growth Groups. Pastors and teachers were given by Christ for the growth of disciples by equipping the saints for ministry work, for attaining unity of the faith, and for maturity. Thus, there are three categories of Growth Groups that we offer: equipping, doctrinal, and maturity.
GGs usually gather on Wednesday night, but some gather on other days throughout the week. All GGs meet on Hillcrest campuses.
GGs are offered seasonally. There is a Spring, Summer, and Fall set of offerings each year. You can find the current offerings listed below. Also, you can contact the church office, and we can provide you direction on your Growth Group options.
Once you have reviewed the available offerings, and decided which one is best for you, you may join the GG by registering online. Most GGs have a fee to cover book costs. Once you pay for your book, it will be available at the first meeting.
Absolutely! Please join us on the second meeting. And if you determine that you cannot attend at all, you may join the same GG in a future offering.
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An Introduction to Worldview
Nine Mile L205 View Map
wednesday 6:30 pm
This growth group will help participants understand the biblical-theological concept of worldview and its component parts (epistemology, metaphysics, ethics, and political application). Don’t let the big words scare you away; this group is designed for those unfamiliar with these topics and intended to be very applicable in life.
- type of study: Coed | Doctrinal
- length: 8 weeks
- starts: January 22
- leader: John Oglesby
- childcare provided: yes
Be Amazing: In Character
Nine Mile L104 View Map
wednesday 6:30 pm
Be Amazing is a women’s mentoring and discipleship curriculum consisting of video teaching and student workbooks. This is part one of three in this 24-week study, which addresses practical topics on finances, hospitality, meal planning, parenting, character, and relationships.
- type of study: Women | Maturity
- length: 8 weeks
- starts: January 22
- leader: Cathy Perry
- book fee: $20
- childcare provided: yes
Be Amazing: In Character
Nine Mile L104 View Map
thursday 9:15 am
Be Amazing is a women’s mentoring and discipleship curriculum consisting of video teaching and student workbooks. This is part one of three in this 24-week study, which addresses practical topics on finances, hospitality, meal planning, parenting, character, and relationships.
- type of study: Women | Maturity
- length: 8 weeks
- starts: January 23
- leader: Cathy Perry
- book fee: $20
- childcare provided: yes
Be Amazing: In Relationships
Nine Mile L104 View Map
wednesday 6:30 pm
Be Amazing is a women’s mentoring and discipleship curriculum consisting of video teaching and student workbooks. This is part two of three in this 24-week study, which addresses practical topics on finances, hospitality, meal planning, parenting, character, and relationships.
- type of study: Women | Maturity
- length: 8 weeks
- starts: March 26
- leader: Cathy Perry
- book fee: $20
- childcare provided: yes
Be Amazing: In Relationships
Nine Mile L104 View Map
thursday 9:15 am
Be Amazing is a women’s mentoring and discipleship curriculum consisting of video teaching and student workbooks. This is part two of three in this 24-week study, which addresses practical topics on finances, hospitality, meal planning, parenting, character, and relationships.
- type of study: Women | Maturity
- length: 8 weeks
- starts: March 27
- leader: Cathy Perry
- book fee: $20
- childcare provided: yes
Family Shepherds
Nine Mile L204 View Map
wednesday 6:30 pm
The Family Shepherds Growth Group is for any husband or father looking to lead and disciple well at home.
- type of study: Men | Equipping
- length: 8 weeks
- starts: January 22
- leader: Nick Angelo
- book fee: $13
- childcare provided: yes
GriefShare
Nine Mile L109 View Map
wednesday 6:00 pm
GriefShare is a 13-week, Christ-centered support group seminar for people who have lost a spouse, child, family member, or friend through death. The program helps people apply biblical principles as they deal with the emotions and life stresses following the death of a loved one. GriefShare groups provide Christ-centered comfort and guidance.
- type of study: Coed | Equipping
- length: 13 weeks
- starts: January 22
- leader: Keith and Jill Johnson
- book fee: $20
- childcare provided: no
GriefShare
Nine Mile L109 View Map
wednesday 10:00 am
GriefShare is a 13-week, Christ-centered support group seminar for people who have lost a spouse, child, family member, or friend through death. The program helps people apply biblical principles as they deal with the emotions and life stresses following the death of a loved one. GriefShare groups provide Christ-centered comfort and guidance.
- type of study: Coed | Equipping
- length: 13 weeks
- starts: January 22
- leader: Jodie Howes
- book fee: $20
- childcare provided: no
Idols of a Mother’s Heart
Nine Mile L207 View Map
wednesday 6:30 pm
This study encourages mothers to prayerfully and thoughtfully examine their own hearts, and to let God use motherhood as a means of sanctification.
- type of study: Women | Equipping
- length: 8 weeks
- starts: January 22
- leader: Megan Merritt
- book fee: $13
- childcare provided: yes
Shepherding a Child’s Heart
Nine Mile L107 View Map
wednesday 6:30 pm
Shepherding a Child’s Heart is a comprehensive and biblically-based parenting guide that equips parents with kids of all ages to more effectivly shepherd their child’s heart to God.
- type of study: Coed | Equipping
- length: 10 weeks
- starts: January 22
- leader: Stewart Kirksey
- book fee: $10
- childcare provided: yes
Take Courage
Nine Mile L107 View Map
thursday 9:00 am
In this 7-session study on the book of Haggai, you will learn to walk confidently in your calling, stay motivated despite opposition, and courageously invest your life in God’s purposes, trusting Him for results you may never see in this lifetime.
- type of study: Women | Equipping/Maturity
- length: 7 weeks
- starts: March 27
- leader: Pam Frank
- book fee: $24
- childcare provided: yes
Take Courage
Nine Mile L107 View Map
monday 6:00 pm
In this 7-session study on the book of Haggai, you will learn to walk confidently in your calling, stay motivated despite opposition, and courageously invest your life in God’s purposes, trusting Him for results you may never see in this lifetime.
- type of study: Women | Equipping/Maturity
- length: 7 weeks
- starts: March 24
- leader: Pam Frank
- book fee: $24
- childcare provided: no
Wednesday Night Pastor’s Bible Study
Nine Mile NW Hall
wednesday 6:30 pm
- leader: Pastor Jim Locke & Others
- childcare provided: yes
When You Pray
Nine Mile L107 View Map
monday 6:00 pm
In this 7-session study, join with six beloved Bible teachers who will help you study prayers in the Bible that can inspire your own. You’ll learn that God welcomes your praise and lament, your thanksgiving and intercession. As you draw near to God through prayer, you’ll find your faith strengthened and your heart united to Christ.
- type of study: Women | Equipping/Maturity
- length: 8 weeks
- starts: January 27
- leader: Pam Frank
- book fee: $25
- childcare provided: no
When You Pray
Nine Mile L107 View Map
thursday 9:00 am
In this 7-session study, join with six beloved Bible teachers who will help you study prayers in the Bible that can inspire your own. You’ll learn that God welcomes your praise and lament, your thanksgiving and intercession. As you draw near to God through prayer, you’ll find your faith strengthened and your heart united to Christ.
- type of study: Women | Equipping/Maturity
- length: 8 weeks
- starts: January 30
- leader: Pam Frank
- book fee: $25
- childcare provided: yes
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Connect Pastor | Spanish Trail
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Connect & Biblical Soul Care Pastor
