I grew up in a small town in east TN, in a Baptist family of the “every time the church doors were open” variety, in a congregation that embodied the meaning of “church family” for me. Becoming a Christian was … Continue reading
You know, this Deacon nomination/election process is a bit strange here at Highland in that we don’t have the speeches until after the election! I’ve already been nominated and elected and only now do you find out about who you … Continue reading
For 28 years I’ve been able to call Highland home. I grew up here. The memories I have and the relationships I have built have impacted me greatly. From growing up through children’s programs, choir, and RAs, and later having … Continue reading
Good morning! My name is Cheryl Davis. I came to faith as a teenager in Dayton, Ohio, after I was invited by a friend to attend a Valentine banquet where the pastor spoke about God’s love. When my parents later … Continue reading
My name is Bruce Carroll. I was raised in a close knit Catholic family. As a family, we went to Mass every Sunday, and at school, I attended Mass every day but Saturday. My religious beliefs were molded by my … Continue reading
My name is Mary Burks. I was born and raised in a small town in northeast Alabama called Albertville. I was the daughter of Hilda and Gilbert Burks, both seminary graduates who dedicated their lives to ministry. For a long … Continue reading
Written by Kathy on the occasion of her election to serve as a Deacon beginning in August 2015. Good Morning! I’m Kathy Belcher and my husband, Bob, and I have been at Highland for 36 years, having been attracted to … Continue reading
Written by David on the occasion of his election to serve as a Deacon beginning in August 2015. I wasn’t raised Christian, and the first real introduction towards a faith community was YoungLife, an evangelical program geared towards public high … Continue reading
Written by Susan on the occasion of her election to serve as a Deacon beginning in August 2015. Good morning! I am Susan Pierce. My husband Ken and I have called Highland our church and extended family for 21 years. … Continue reading
The Deacons’ conclusion that Highland should begin allowing marriage for our same-sex couples and that, for moral and spiritual reasons, the matter should not be brought to the congregation for a vote, has stirred many heart-felt conversations in recent weeks. … Continue reading