Alpha Register
Day: Thursday Time of day: Evening
Area of town: South Bellingham Lifestage: Any Adult Gender Mix: Mixed
Description: The Alpha course is a small group for anyone that would like to explore life’s big questions. Many of us wonder: why do bad things happen to good people? What's the purpose of life? What's next? Join Alpha for a judgment-free, caring space to connect with others, discuss these types of questions, and share your opinion. Alpha is for people of all faith and belief backgrounds and will also unpack the basics of Christian faith; bring a friend that's interested in theses conversations (they don't have to go to Hillcrest) and join us!
Led by Bill Beer and Bryan Cartwright, this group will meet on Thursdays for dinner at 6:00pm, followed by discussion, for 8 weeks beginning on September 25.
Healthy Rhythms for Personal Devotions and Prayer Register
Day: Sunday Time of day: Morning
Area of town: South Bellingham Lifestage: Any Adult Gender Mix: Mixed
Description: “Be still, and know that I am God; I will be exalted among the nations,
I will be exalted in the earth.” Psalm 46:10
If you’ve followed Jesus for any period of time, you know there are benefits to a daily practice of bible reading and prayer. However, like any discipline, you have likely experienced a spectrum of challenges and successes in developing rhythms in your devotional life. In addition, adjustments are often needed during various life stages – whether single or married, developing a career, married with young children, empty nesters or retired.
The goal of this four week group is to explore practical ways to find solitude, to listen and connect with the Triune God. We will be discussing principles and resources that have guided Christians throughout history, learning from each other and setting healthy goals for your present devotional life.
Led by Paul Petersen, this group will meet on Sundays for four weeks beginning November 2, from 10:45am-12:00pm at Hillcrest.
Monday PM - Precepts - Fall 2025 Register
Day: Monday Time of day: Evening
Area of town: South Bellingham Lifestage: Any Adult Gender Mix: Mixed
Description: From beginning to end, the Gospel of John reveals Jesus as the Son of God. How well do you know His teachings and miracles? In John’s account, we meet Nicodemus, doubting Thomas, Lazarus, and the Samaritan woman at the well. Become a follower of Jesus—one of His talmidim—and walk with Him through an in-depth study of the Gospel of John.
The Monday night class begins September 22 at 6:30pm, led by Gaye Fullner, Jill Takemura, and Joy Hinds. This class also offers the option to attend via Zoom. The Wednesday morning class begins September 24 at 9:15am, led by Gaye Fullner and Ruby Hinds. Both study groups will meet every other week.
John Part 1 is a 9-lesson study that will run through early February. An opportunity to sign up for John Part 2 will follow, with Part 2 concluding in mid-May.
Participants will order a workbook ($25 plus shipping) and spend 3–5 hours in personal study during the two weeks between class sessions. When the group meets, we’ll begin with a 1-hour class discussion, followed by a recorded teaching by Kay Arthur. Each session will last a little over 2 hours, including a 10-minute break.
We hope you’ll join us for this wonderful study. Space is limited, and workbooks take time to arrive once ordered—so sign up soon if this study is for you.
Money Matters: Faith and Finances Register
Day: Monday Time of day: Evening
Area of town: South Bellingham Lifestage: Any Adult Gender Mix: Mixed
Description: This short term small group is all about learning how to handle money in a way that’s practical, smart, and rooted in faith. Whether you're trying to budget better, get out of debt, or just make sense of your finances, this is a safe, no-pressure space to grow and thrive—together.
Led by Lindsey Maphumulo, a Certified Financial Planner (CFP), this group will meet on Mondays at 7:00pm for 8 weeks, beginning October 6.
Wednesday AM - Precepts - Fall 2025 Register
Day: Wednesday Time of day: Evening
Area of town: South Bellingham Lifestage: Any Adult Gender Mix: Mixed
Description: From beginning to end, the Gospel of John reveals Jesus as the Son of God. How well do you know His teachings and miracles? In John’s account, we meet Nicodemus, doubting Thomas, Lazarus, and the Samaritan woman at the well. Become a follower of Jesus—one of His talmidim—and walk with Him through an in-depth study of the Gospel of John.
The Monday night class begins September 22 at 6:30pm, led by Gaye Fullner, Jill Takemura, and Joy Hinds. This class also offers the option to attend via Zoom. The Wednesday morning class begins September 24 at 9:15am, led by Gaye Fullner and Ruby Hinds. Both study groups will meet every other week.
John Part 1 is a 9-lesson study that will run through early February. An opportunity to sign up for John Part 2 will follow, with Part 2 concluding in mid-May.
Participants will order a workbook ($25 plus shipping) and spend 3–5 hours in personal study during the two weeks between class sessions. When the group meets, we’ll begin with a 1-hour class discussion, followed by a recorded teaching by Kay Arthur. Each session will last a little over 2 hours, including a 10-minute break.
We hope you’ll join us for this wonderful study. Space is limited, and workbooks take time to arrive once ordered—so sign up soon if this study is for you.