Connect Groups

  • Adult Bible Study

    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

    joel@holyword.net

  • Hope and Healing Families

    Recovery with Jesus: Where we find true rest. Struggling with harmful habits or hurts? Want to release some of life's pressures or to be heard and understood? Longing for acceptance or just tired of performance demands? You are not alone! Holy Word Recovery is for you. Come for support, fellowship and healing through Jesus.

    4pm, Sundays, on Zoom

    Leader: Teri Sherwood

    theresa.sherwood@g.austincc.edu

    www.hopeandhealingrecovery.com

  • Young Professionals Group

    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

    jonathanbaumler4@gmail.com

  • Men's Evening Bible Study

    Weekly Bible study, we'll be following the Bible readings in the daily lectionary schedule as the main source for study.

    6pm, Tue, Pflugerville

    Leader: John Rorstrom

    jrortx65@gmail.com

  • Women’s Evening Bible Study

    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

    chrisgebert@holyword.net

  • Men’s Breakfast Bible Study

    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

    adam@holyword.net

  • Hymn Sing

    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 every Wednesday evening. All who love to sing are invited to join!

    7pm, Wed, Holy Word Sanctuary

    Leader: Di Michelson

    statgrrl94@gmail.com

  • Forever Young

    Join 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, Holy Word Austin

    Leader: Myrna Mahnke

    myrnz2@aol.com

  • Youth in the Middle

    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

    salgal47@hotmail.com

  • Youth in Christ

    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

    cindywhite@holyword.net

  • Kids in Christ

    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

    yessie@holyword.net

  • Mom and Dad Time Outs

    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

    joel@holyword.net

    rebekah@holyword.net

  • South Austin Bible Study

    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

    rs@als.org.hk

  • Women's Book Club

    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

    juliewtx@outlook.com