A new initiative from the Justice Ministry Group asks Highlanders, “what is justice to you?” Gathering responses from 116 Highlanders, this fall 2014 survey will serve to guide the work and initiatives of our Justice Ministry Group and congregation into … Continue reading
Make plans now to join us for our annual Thanksgiving worship service on Thursday, November 27, at 8:30 a.m. The service is followed by a bountiful breakfast in Fellowship Hall, lovingly prepared by our Deacons. Children of all ages join … Continue reading
I have been a Baptist all my life. I grew up in a family where tithing was a way of life. I remember when I babysat and I would get paid $10, $1 would go in my church envelope. I learned as a … Continue reading
Hello, I’m Jim Straus. My wife is Phyllis. It seems right to note on this Children’s Sabbath that 17—going on 18—children call her grandma. I have been asked to talk about why I give to Highland. I am among those … Continue reading
It is time at Highland for our annual Fall Youth Retreat! This weekend retreat draws us closer to the heart of God and to each other as a community. We hope that all of our youth will be able to … Continue reading
Highland members are sharing their stories about why they give to the ministries of our church on Sundays in early fall 2014. These stories are a part of our “Gratitude and Growth” pledge campaign for our 2015 budget. Read more about … Continue reading
Sunday was a lovely morning, complete with the first baptism in our newly renovated and refurbished baptistry! It was good to hear the sound of the water and be reminded of this important symbol of our faith journeys once again. … Continue reading
It felt as if I’d taken the ALS bucket challenge. Minutes before Sunday’s service began a worshiper reported to me that the young man sitting next to him the previous Sunday became the self-confessed murderer of 11-year-old Ray Allen Etheridge … Continue reading
Highland members are sharing their stories about why they give to the ministries of our church on Sundays in early fall 2014. These stories are a part of our “Gratitude and Growth” pledge campaign for our 2015 budget. Read more about … Continue reading
The sounds of renovation have dissipated over the past few weeks, but there a couple of items on the list that have been checked off! The refurbished doors leading to the new connector between the lobby and Sanctuary now have … Continue reading