family ministry

Holmeswood's Family Ministry includes kids & youth ages 0-18 and their families. To find out more, visit our Family Ministry hub: 


holmeswoodfam.org 


Holmeswood partners with parents & guardians as they take on the awe-some responsibility of guiding and raising God's children. And we have your back! Life is challenging, so let's do this together, encouraging children and students to learn, grow and ask lots of questions along the way.


ALL churchgoers are encouraged to visit the blog and click the “Follow” button to receive once-weekly updates on the happenings in Family Ministry. Join in the fun!

young adults

The Young Adults at Holmeswood Baptist gather together to help connect one’s personal story of Christ with their own community. We are open to all people ranging in age from college through 35 years old, regardless of gender, race, sexual orientation, neighborhood, or financial status.


We desire to live life as a community that struggles together through the questions and doubts of faith, practically serves in various social issues in the area at least once a month, and enjoys hanging out in a warm community.

  • 9:00 am – Bible Fellowship Group (Small Group)
  • 10:15 am – Worship


Sunday small groups

At Holmeswood, we offer a variety of ways to connect with others, primarily with our BFGs (Bible Fellowship Groups). Our 14 BFGs meet before Worship on Sunday mornings, from 9:00-10:00 in various locations around the church campus.


Child & Student Classes

  1. Preschool (Room S215-blue hallway) - Ages 2-5
    Jeanine Williamson and Shirley Hall, leaders.  Preschoolers experience God's love in three ways--exciting Bible storytelling, hands-on activities and active stations in the room to play and learn through the guidance of loving teachers.
  2. Elementary (Room S216) - Kindergarten to 5th grade
    Lora Lau and Cheryl Powell, Various teachers. This class investigates God's call to love. We crack open the Bible, play games and learn through activities. Using the Church Year and its seasons, we also discover holy days and liturgical colors and their importance. Elementary-aged visitors are welcome! If a parent/guardian would like to sit in with their child, we can always add a chair.
  3. Youth & College (Youth Room) - 6th-12th grades
    John Ussery and Laurel Cluthe, leaders, with college-aged helpers. Our Youth Group is an open, inviting community for students to boldly be their authentic selves. We come from different schools and parts of the city to share in life together. Using the Bible as our guide, we discuss topics that affect teens each day. In addition, we have tons of fun together with games, activities and laughs. Come join! 

Adult Classes

  1. Young Adults (Room S209)
  2. A Work in Progress (Room S208)
  3. AC-3 (Room S204)
  4. The Ascenders (Room S205)
  5. AC-5.1 The Intentionals (Kids Music Room)
  6. The Seekers (S211)
  7. Lydia (Library or Room S210)

senior adults

Anchors is a senior adult fellowship that takes places on the 3rd Thursday of the month during lunch. If you are age 55 or older and like fellowship, laughter, inspiration, food, and entertainment, then we hope to see you at the next Anchors gathering! Church members, friends, and community members are always welcome.


At Anchors we...

  • Support a Holmeswood mission project
  • Focus on someone's thoughts about the scriptures
  • Share our joys and concerns with one another
  • Enjoy a delicious catered meal at a reasonable price
  • Laugh
  • Make new friends
  • Enjoy skilled entertainers
  • Have fun!

For more information, call the church office at 816-942-1729.