Adults

About

Our Adult Groups Ministry seeks to equip members of Highland to be on mission for the good of the church, their neighbors, and the world in accordance with Ephesians 4:11-12, “And He gave the apostles, the prophets, the evangelists, the shepherds and teachers, to equip the saints for the work of ministry, for building up the body of Christ…”

The role of the local church is to equip believers to be ministers of the Gospel in word and deed. At Highland, we do this primarily through preaching, teaching, and living out God’s Word through corporate worship, Adult Bible Fellowships, and Connection Groups.

If you would like to connect to a group, contact Peggy Lively and we will help you do so!

Adult Groups

Re:Group
Connection Groups
Upcoming Fall Studies
Soul Care Groups

RE:GROUP

Join us this summer for Re:GROUP. We will be studying through Theology and the Mission of God by Rooted Network. Re:GROUP meets in lieu of individual ABFs each Sunday at 10am in the Chapel from June 1 through July 20.

ABF Classes

Individual Adult Bible Fellowship classes will take a break for the summer months and start back up on August 24. In the meantime, join us for Re:GROUP on Sunday mornings at 10am in the Chapel.

Connection Groups (CGs) meet in homes throughout the Waco area on various nights of the week. These small groups emphasize the application of God's Word by providing an environment of community, prayer, mutual accountability, and encouragement. During the Summer months some CGs take a break. For more info and help connecting to a group email Peggy Lively.

Learn More

Our Inductive Bible Studies are dedicated to the in-depth study of God's Word in the context of relationship. Highland Inductive Studies are offered each Fall and Spring semester on Wednesday nights. We gather in the Chapel for our women and the Fellowship Hall for our men at round tables to build community and a large group teaching time.

On September 3, Highland Men and Highland Women will kick off our study together in the Chapel with worship, workbook pick-up, and prayer for all midweek Grow ministries. At the kick-off, childcare will be provided for children ages 0-2. Kids in grades 6-12 are encouraged to attend HSM Midweek.

Parents in the Inductive Study are encouraged to bring their kids ages three through 5th grade to the kick-off on September 3! Honeybees and Kids Foundation will begin for that age group on Wednesday, September 10th.

The childcare registration link for Kick Off Night will be in your confirmation email once you register for Inductive Study. Our hope through this kickoff is to encourage family discipleship and to help kids be excited for what God has in store for our Grow Ministries in the new semester.

You can register for the Fall Women's Inductive Study or the Men's Inductive Study below.

WOMEN'S STUDY MEN'S STUDY

Soul Care Groups provide a safe, discreet, intentional and compassionate environment for people who are struggling with sin and the effects of sin to seek healing. In these groups, men and women share their struggles with each other and with God, turning to Christ for strength and healing which is found through His Spirit by His Word. Soul Care Groups are different from CGs and ABFs in that they meet for a specified number of weeks, and they intentionally cover specific topics for the duration of the group. Soul Care will begin with a time or worship, teaching and testimonies at 6:30pm in the Chapel. Then we will break into individual groups that will meet in various rooms on Highland’s campus until 8:30pm. Soul Care begins on Thursday, August 28. Check back this summer for an updated list of classes and registration.

The cost for materials is based on the class attended. Scholarships are available based on need. Child Care is available for kids through 5th grade.

Resources

Right Now Media
Highland Inductive Studies

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Highland Inductive Studies are written with the people of Highland in mind and are used in our midweek Bible studies for men and women. These workbooks use the inductive study method to equip men and women with the tools to know God accurately and intimately through His Word. Current Highland Inductive studies available include the following books of the Bible:

Exodus, Mark, Hosea, Ephesians, two part study of Acts, and 1&2 Peter. To purchase a workbook or to receive a free downloadable PDF, contact Peggy Lively. For additional suggestions for discipling others you can review our recommendations for Discipleship Resources.

Countdown to Marriage

Legacy Family Ministries will be hosting their Countdown to Marriage class on Highland's campus Sunday mornings at 8:40. A small group of engaged couples will interact and discuss Biblical and practical teachings concerning marriage. This is a six-week class that begins Oct 5, 2025 and concludes with a weekend retreat Nov 21-23. Each person receives their own workbook. You can find out more information and register HERE.

COST: $175 per person