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Lakeway Area Churches

Many people don't feel complete until they've attended a weekly religious service. It's not only a time for prayer and reflection but also a good opportunity to bond with like-minded neighbors. There are many different houses of worship in Lakeway near the Spanish Oaks community of Austin luxury homes. If you have free time, there are many wonderful opportunities to volunteer for one of the church-sponsored neighborhood outreach programs. You can even participate in international charitable endeavors. The following paragraphs discuss a few of the area's churches; if your religion isn't mentioned, a quick Internet search should find the closest facility.

Emmaus Catholic Church

Emmaus Catholic Church, which is located at 1718 Lohmans Crossing, holds early morning daily services and multiple Masses on Sunday, including one in Spanish. Religious education classes are popular and well attended by adults and children of all ages. Parishioners are welcome to join the choir, Knights of Columbus or the Ladies of Charity organization. Members enjoy reaching out to the community to help those in need. On Wednesday nights, the church sponsors the Healthcare Volunteer Clinic. The staff of this remarkable organization consists of volunteer doctors, nurses, medical assistants and dentists who wish to provide quality care for the uninsured.

Lake Travis United Methodist Church

The Lake Travis United Methodist Church encourages worshipers to attend Sunday services in casual attire. The ministers reach out to the entire community and conduct both traditional and contemporary services. Music plays a large role in these services, and the church encourages its members to join one of the choirs. A summer vocal camp trains school-age children who are interested in Christian musicals. The church's pre-kindergarten program is popular with the Lakeway families. The school day is 9 a.m. – 1 p.m., and the number of days a child attends is determined by age. The youngest ones are limited to two days a week while the older group has a five-day week. Bible study, choir and social groups keep the adults motivated and in touch with their neighbors.

River in the Hills Church

River in the Hills is a nondenominational Christian church with Sunday morning services and a strong emphasis on Bible study. The first Saturday of each month, volunteers work with the Capital Area Food Bank to provide food and clothing to needy residents living in the Apache Shores neighborhood. Extra helpers are always welcome, and you should contact the church if you're interested in donating your time, money or products. The congregation shares a lunch after the weekly service on the first Sunday of the month; it's a good way to meet new members and celebrate the joys in your life.

Lake Travis Church of Christ

The Lake Travis Church of Christ at 105 Cross Creek in Lakeway is a small close-knit community whose members believe in the value of studying the Bible and reaching out to help the needy among their own congregation as well as in the neighborhood community. Parishioners volunteer at the Ronald McDonald House, school events, and annual food and blanket drives. On Wednesday nights, members gather at the preacher's home for dinner, which is followed by a service and Bible study. Sunday morning services are held at the church. The women's group meets twice a month to share a meal and fellowship.

Lake Hills Church

You can find Lake Hills Church at 11521 Bee Caves Road. Two Sunday morning services fill the church with song and prayer. The pastor encourages members to seek out volunteer opportunities within the church and out in the community. The congregation works with the Austin Children's Shelter on various projects and organizes social outings with the children every other month.

Acts Church Lakeway

Acts Church Lakeway is affiliated with the Lutheran Church - Missouri Synod, which is a worldwide network of 6,000 congregations. Members can choose between two Sunday morning services. This relatively new church believes in reaching out to the local community as well as helping the needy around the world. They currently work with the poor in Austin and keep the cookie jars filled at the local fire stations. Internationally, the members provide shoes and school supplies, train medical professionals and preachers, and work with nonprofit companies to build homes. If you have a skill you'd like to share, contact the church; volunteers are always welcome.