Connection groups, big or small, are groups of people that meet in homes or coffee shops or restaurants to check out the Bible, have fun, make friends and work with others to make a difference in our church and our community. Find one to get involved in today or Contact Us if you are interested in starting a new group.
Connection Groups
COLLEGE MINISTRY
As Scheduled
Kelly Thomas leads our college ministry during the school year, but we still meet during the summer! College students will gather together for fun hangouts and biblical discussion. If you know any college students looking for a church home, we would love to be connected with them!
Group Contact // Kelly Thomas
As Scheduled
Kelly Thomas leads our college ministry during the school year, but we still meet during the summer! College students will gather together for fun hangouts and biblical discussion. If you know any college students looking for a church home, we would love to be connected with them!
Group Contact // Kelly Thomas
YOUNG ADULT CONNECTION GROUP
As Scheduled
Brian Kaspar is starting a ministry for people who are post college through about 30 years old. During such a transitional time of life, connect with others at HC experiencing the same changes and challenges as you. For each step of life, walk alongside friends who can point you to Jesus!
Group Contact // Abby Hafer
As Scheduled
Brian Kaspar is starting a ministry for people who are post college through about 30 years old. During such a transitional time of life, connect with others at HC experiencing the same changes and challenges as you. For each step of life, walk alongside friends who can point you to Jesus!
Group Contact // Abby Hafer
FORGE (AGES 30's-40's)
As Scheduled
As iron sharpens iron… Find strength, encouragement, fellowship and support from other families. This group is designed for couples in their 30’s and 40’s with children to grow together as Christians and strengthen our community with God-fearing families.
Group Contact // Jon Jarvis
As Scheduled
As iron sharpens iron… Find strength, encouragement, fellowship and support from other families. This group is designed for couples in their 30’s and 40’s with children to grow together as Christians and strengthen our community with God-fearing families.
Group Contact // Jon Jarvis
LEGACY (AGES 50-63 YRS OR SO)
As Scheduled
Are you an empty-nester or almost? Looking forward to time for you? Come and check out our social group for adults about 50 to 63-years-old who want to hang out for spirited conversation and great laughs.
Group Contact // Karen Kaspar
As Scheduled
Are you an empty-nester or almost? Looking forward to time for you? Come and check out our social group for adults about 50 to 63-years-old who want to hang out for spirited conversation and great laughs.
Group Contact // Karen Kaspar
LITTLE LAMBS AND EWE
Second Saturdays // 9:30a
Remarkable things happen when moms come together to encourage each other, share, laugh and have fun. This group meets monthly for fellowship and fun. Whether you are a soon-to-be mom, first-time mom, or a mom once again, any mother of "littles" is invited.
Group Contact // Karen Lacy
Second Saturdays // 9:30a
Remarkable things happen when moms come together to encourage each other, share, laugh and have fun. This group meets monthly for fellowship and fun. Whether you are a soon-to-be mom, first-time mom, or a mom once again, any mother of "littles" is invited.
Group Contact // Karen Lacy
FOR THE FAMILY
As Scheduled
Small connection groups make big families. Your family can be linked with others as a small group that enjoys hanging out and having Bible studies together either on HC Campus, in the community or at each other's homes.
Group Contact // Caroline Pampell
As Scheduled
Small connection groups make big families. Your family can be linked with others as a small group that enjoys hanging out and having Bible studies together either on HC Campus, in the community or at each other's homes.
Group Contact // Caroline Pampell
PARENTS IN PRAYER
Sundays // 9:30a
Do you believe in the power of prayer? Are you a parent or guardian who would like to spend more focused time in prayer for your child, with other like-minded parents? Join the Parents Prayer Group, Sundays in room 104. The group uses book studies to guide prayer topics and also cover specific prayer topics of interest to participants.
Group Contact // Liz Schwartz
Sundays // 9:30a
Do you believe in the power of prayer? Are you a parent or guardian who would like to spend more focused time in prayer for your child, with other like-minded parents? Join the Parents Prayer Group, Sundays in room 104. The group uses book studies to guide prayer topics and also cover specific prayer topics of interest to participants.
Group Contact // Liz Schwartz
SCRAP AND CRAFT (Scrafting)
2nd Saturdays or as Scheduled
Find inspiration, share ideas and make time for your next scrapbook or other creative project. When a date is reserved, the group start projects on Friday at 6pm and then return Saturday at 10am. We usually end around 3pm or when the last scrafter is ready. This is a great group that loves to encourage each other and swap ideas. Make your memories a work of art!
Group Contact // Janel Cooper
2nd Saturdays or as Scheduled
Find inspiration, share ideas and make time for your next scrapbook or other creative project. When a date is reserved, the group start projects on Friday at 6pm and then return Saturday at 10am. We usually end around 3pm or when the last scrafter is ready. This is a great group that loves to encourage each other and swap ideas. Make your memories a work of art!
Group Contact // Janel Cooper
SEASONED SENIORS
As Scheduled
Seasoned Seniors is a group that offers fellowship and service for older adults. Gatherings and events occur in members' homes, at church or in other off-site facilities from September - May. Activities include: theater, restaurants, game night and service activities. Latest Event.
Group Contacts // Linda Jaetzold
As Scheduled
Seasoned Seniors is a group that offers fellowship and service for older adults. Gatherings and events occur in members' homes, at church or in other off-site facilities from September - May. Activities include: theater, restaurants, game night and service activities. Latest Event.
Group Contacts // Linda Jaetzold
THEOLOGICAL PUB
Second Thursdays 7-9pm
Theological Pub is a monthly gathering of men at Holy Cross. We discuss theology and imbibe in adult beverages. The ideas we share and the messages taken home are designed to help us grow as Christian men and serve as leaders. "Whoever drinks here, he is quick to sleep; whoever sleeps long, does not sin; whoever does not sin, enters Heaven! Thus, let us drink beer! (There is no beer in heaven, so let us drink it here.)" - Martin Luther
Group Contact // Pastor Mike Hafer
Second Thursdays 7-9pm
Theological Pub is a monthly gathering of men at Holy Cross. We discuss theology and imbibe in adult beverages. The ideas we share and the messages taken home are designed to help us grow as Christian men and serve as leaders. "Whoever drinks here, he is quick to sleep; whoever sleeps long, does not sin; whoever does not sin, enters Heaven! Thus, let us drink beer! (There is no beer in heaven, so let us drink it here.)" - Martin Luther
Group Contact // Pastor Mike Hafer
WINE AND THE WORD
Third Thursdays 7-9pm
Wine, the Word, and women joining together for fellowship, encouragement, and Christian growth. We meet the third Thursday of each month beginning @ 7pm. Email office@holycrossbcs.org for monthly reminders and the latest location and topic.
Group Contact // Lara Clark
Third Thursdays 7-9pm
Wine, the Word, and women joining together for fellowship, encouragement, and Christian growth. We meet the third Thursday of each month beginning @ 7pm. Email office@holycrossbcs.org for monthly reminders and the latest location and topic.
Group Contact // Lara Clark
GRIEVING MINISTRY
As Scheduled
Are you grieving the loss of a loved one? Contact the Church Office if you would like a complimentary series of books by Kenneth Haugk to help navigate some of the challenges and emotions from a Christian approach. Soon, we will be creating support groups at Holy Cross to build upon the information shared by Dr. Haugk.
Group Contact // Anna Lou Busboom
As Scheduled
Are you grieving the loss of a loved one? Contact the Church Office if you would like a complimentary series of books by Kenneth Haugk to help navigate some of the challenges and emotions from a Christian approach. Soon, we will be creating support groups at Holy Cross to build upon the information shared by Dr. Haugk.
Group Contact // Anna Lou Busboom
