An important part of Friday Church is the welcoming atmosphere members of the recovery community find there. It’s like a safe harbor for storm-tossed sailors nursing their vessels back to health after being shattered by addiction. And I’ve noticed that … Continue reading
Somebody once said, ”Organized religion is a really good thing – the more organized the better.” He later explained that when people react against “organized religion” what they’re really objecting to is “what I would call disorganized religion. It is organized … Continue reading
Good morning, I’m Troy Burden, and I’m honored to be asked to speak to you this morning on at the request of the faithful giving ministry group. I’ve been a member of Highland Baptist for over 23 years now, nearly … Continue reading
Good morning, my name is Diane Endicott and this is my wife, Kim Clark. We have been attending Highland for a year and a half and became members in May this year. Kim and I enjoy participating in Habitat for … Continue reading
In 2005, Archbishop Desmond Tutu published a book called God’s Dream in which he wrote this: “God says to you, ‘I have a dream. Please help me to realize it. It is a dream of a world whose ugliness and … Continue reading
I’ve been coming to Highland Baptist Church for a little over a year now. To many of you, I’m probably still “that new guy in the choir.” Before I ever considered becoming involved in this church, I had some coffee … Continue reading
Last week at Friday Church, we mixed four black gospel singers, together known as “Zion’s Best,” with the Friday Church band members in attendance that night. Short run-through, handshakes and hugs, prayer, deep breath, and then—dive off the cliff together … Continue reading
Friday Church is such a safe harbor for so many folks who show up storm-tossed and beaten up by the stark realities of daily life. Last Friday was extra cozy. It was wonderful to have the service unfold while folks … Continue reading
A…All have sinned and fallen short of the glory of God – Romans 3:23 B…Believe on the Lord Jesus Christ and thou shalt be saved – Acts 16:31 This was the start of the alphabet we recited every day when … Continue reading
The first service I ever attended at Highland wasn’t in this lovely sanctuary, but in a crowded room on the top floor. It was a Friday night in the summer of 2005. I was in awe of the members, the … Continue reading