The mission of Northwest Hills UMC's Adult Ministries is to involve our members and visitors in fellowship and ministry. The spiritual growth of the congregation is strengthened through study opportunities, fellowship gatherings, and prayer ministry. Below you will find groups that are in fellowship and offer support, as well as a few of many opportunities to participate in prayer ministry and study.
knits and crochets shawls by request for those who need comfort or for those whom we honor. Meetings are held on the first and third Tuesdays at 10:00 a.m. and 6:30 p.m. in the Prayer Room, Room 100 in the FLC. Contact Millie Shimfessel.
is a regular time to get together for prayer at 7:00 p.m. in the FLC chapel. All levels of prayer experience are most welcome. We end with Communion. Come join us!
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The Women's Ministry at NWHills UMC includes our United Methodist Women as well as groups that meet for Yoga, Prayer Sisters, Book Group, Girl's Time Events, Women's Retreat, Bible Study, Women's Brunch and Mexican Train. To find out more about our events, call the church.
(UMM) strengthen a man's spiritual walk with God. They declare Christ as the center of their lives and are in ministry together. Men of all ages are welcome to participate in the many activities of the NWHills UMM. We gather each Wednesday morning, 7:00-8:00 a.m. in the FLC for a hearty breakfast, robust fellowship, a brief devotional and a sincere time of prayer for those in need. There is also a "First Saturday" breakfast group that meets monthly, 8:00-9:00 a.m. in the FLC. Ken Moyer, UMM President.
supports those members who have lost loved ones, have serious illness, or who find themselves in care facilities.
This committee provides receptions following funerals, housesitting during the service, and meal delivery to those recently released from the hospital. If you are aware of a need, please contact the pastors or Bonnie LaBoon at 345-2230.
is supported by our pastors and is based on Jesus' command to love one another. Through one-to-one caring and confidential relationships, those who are hurting receive support, love, and care from people trained in this distinctively Christian care-giving. Anyone who is going through difficult times and needs someone to care, to listen, and to share God's love on a one-on-one confidential basis, may call the church (512-345-1743) and request information on this ministry.
The NWH Singles Ministry's vision is to facilitate the welcoming and integration of adult single people of all ages to our church community through activities focused on spiritual growth, service to the church, outreach, and social interaction in the community of believers. We do this through weekly lunches after church, social events, study, Sunday School classes for all ages, dinner and movie nights, participation in district singles events, game nights, parties, Habitat for Humanity, and fellowship. Please contact Daniel Dietz for more information about Singles Ministry events and how to join our Singles Yahoo! group.
Emmaus at Northwest Hills UMC is the home of a large and active family.
Along with our many Reunion Groups, we are active as part of the Austin Emmaus community. See Austin Emmaus on the web or contact Rob Turk for info!
Please join the Road Runners Travel Group for fun, food and fellowship. We enjoy such activities as plays, concerts and tours of museums, the Long Center, the Capitol, and even the beach.
Trips are open to all adults as well as children if the events are appropriate. Price varies by event. Watch for upcoming events in your Friday News Blast email, the Sunday Bulletin and The Herald. If you are interested in planning activities, why not join the committee? Contact Janet Hertel 310-7857.
