March 31 Sermon by Renee Purtlebaugh
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Renee Kenley Purtlebaugh
Highland Observes Children’s Sabbath This Sunday
Each year, faith communities around the United States observe Children’s Sabbath. Sponsored by the Children’s Defense Fund, an advocacy group centered in Washington D.C. for at-risk children, the Children’s Sabbath takes place officially on the third weekend of October. However, … Continue reading
For the Living of These Days—A Word from Renee Purtlebaugh
Saturday’s Memorial Service for little Rylee was perhaps one of the most difficult moments our congregation has walked through in many years. With this family who is part of the fabric of our congregation, with the teachers who loved and … Continue reading
For the Living of These Days—A Word from Renee Purtlebaugh
These cold January days seem to drag on, and yet evaporate so incredibly quickly all at the same time. Having the courage to imagine the promise of the future in this barren, leaf-less, bitter cold is beyond challenging. And yet, … Continue reading
Family Fun Night February 16
The winter months are more fun with friends, as the cold and gloom lingers on. Join us on Saturday, February 16, for a Family Fun Night! We’ll begin with an indoor picnic at 5:30 p.m., followed by a movie, board … Continue reading
Appreciating Highland’s Faith Formation Teachers in January
As we move through January with Courage for the Middle, we will seek to encourage one another on the journey! One way we will do this is by saying thank you, as we honor those among us who teach and … Continue reading
December 2 “Hope Against Hope” by Renee Purtlebaugh
This is a podcast of this sermon. Download it to listen on your favorite media player. For more sermons, please visit: http://www.buzzsprout.com/6362. Click here for a copy of Sunday’s bulletin.
For the Living of These Days—A Word from Renee Purtlebaugh
This past week I feel like I have been basking in curiosity and the rich history of Highland in a new way. Perhaps it’s the uncertainty of the interim time and the inability to see into the future. Perhaps it’s … Continue reading
For the Living of These Days—A Word from Renee Purtlebaugh
On Sunday and Monday of this week, I had the great privilege of spending almost 24 hours with Highland’s beloved Senior Adults on retreat at Wooded Glen. As their staff liaison, crashing their party is always a highlight of my … Continue reading
A Prayer on the Eve of the School Year by Renee Purtlebaugh
For the gift of summer and a change of rhythm and Sabbath rest, we are thankful. For the opportunity to start again and experience new beginnings, we are thankful. For the chance to learn and grow and discover, we are … Continue reading