Connecting Our Community with Christ
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We stand as a mighty tree in our community:
Strong and rooted,
Soaring and reaching,
Vibrant and fruitful,
Sheltering and comforting.
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In worship this week:
June 9, 2019
Day of Pentecost
Guest Preacher: Rev. Betsy Irvine
Pianist: Yiseul LeMieux
Liturgist: Brandon Lithgoe
Usher: Sharyn Lithgoe
Communion Servers: Mike and Tillie Groves
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Flowers this Sunday are presented
by Mike and Tillie Groves
in celebration of Amy Stewart's birthday.
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Excerpt from “From the Pulpit”
by Rev. Dan Durway, former Pastor of HPC
(continued from June 2)
- Sixth, pray to know how to put first things first.
- Seventh, pray to undertake only the responsibilities that belong to you, not those that belong to somebody else. In other words, pray for wisdom to keep your attention fixed upon you own responsibilities and not to meddle with those of others, unless they ask you for help.
- Eighth, pray to remember that God gave us a sense of humor. Learn to laugh and many of your troubles will fade away.
- Ninth, when you pray, try to think of God and not of yourself. Or just be silent.
- Tenth, make your prayer brief, but frequent.
- Finally, don’t keep your eye on the results. Prayer is not so much telling God what you want, nor is it telling God what to do, as it is putting oneself in the way to receive the grace and strength God is glad to give.
Time alone with God can change our lives and lead us into thoughtful action for God.
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Highland's Early History
In the late 1970’s, the Presbytery of South Louisiana set a goal of beginning a new church each year during the 1980’s. Dr. James Monroe was called as General Presbyter and served with the New Church Development Committee to achieve this goal. After the appropriate demographic and site studies were completed, the Highland Road area was given priority. A search for suitable property was begun, and ultimately the Presbytery purchased the property on which Highland Presbyterian Church is now located. A task force was formed to begin the organization of a new church.
In the spring of 1982, pursuant to the recommendations of this task force and with the concurrence of the Presbytery and the New Church Development Committee, a call was issued to the Rev. Robert Lee Nichols, Jr. to serve as Evangelist and Organizing Pastor. Dinners where held in various homes providing an opportunity for those interested in the new church to meet and share their ideas. Finally, on the Day of Pentecost, May 30, 1982, the first worship service was held in the living room of the house on the Highland Road property. In the spring of 1983, the first remodeling of the house was completed, and the carport became a Sanctuary.
On the Day of Pentecost, May 22, 1983, Highland Presbyterian Church of Baton Rouge was commissioned by the Presbytery of South Louisiana. Rev. Lee Nichols was installed as Pastor and the first class of twelve Elders and twelve Deacons was installed. There were 103 Charter Members of the congregation; of which nine are still members: Betty Bagent, Jack Bagent, Sherry Hutchinson, Connie Leonard, Mike Leonard, Mary Martin, Julia Stewart, Todd Stewart and Rickie Taylor. After worship that day, another tradition was established, a birthday celebration highlighted by a jambalaya dinner.
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This week in PCUSA Mission:
“Day of Pentecost/Pentecost Offering”
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Immediate Church Family*:
Betty Bagent; Inez Geoghegan; Mike Groves;
Deanna Lewis Sklar; Brad Smith.
Extended Church Family*:
Barbara Behrmann (Carol’s mother);
Brandon Behrmann (Carol’s nephew); Austin Casey (Jack and Betty Bagent’s grandson); Steve Dull (husband of Lynn Nichols Dull);
Dan Durway (former Pastor of Highland); Eva Fuller (Inez Geoghegan’s niece); Julius Fuller (Inez Geoghegan’s brother); Randy Geoghegan (Inez’s son); Carol Harrison (Rob Stewart’s Mother); Claudia Hill (Connie Leonard’s sister); Phillip Lanier (friend of Rosemary John); Marilyn Lewis (Bill and Billy Lewis’ daughter-in-law), Aleta Pickholtz; Barbara Smith (Brad Smith’s mother);
Larry Wilcoxson(friend of the Leonards).
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New names added to the prayer list this week are in italics.
Birthdays
June 9-15:
Inez Geoghegan (12), Tillie Groves (14)
Anniversaries
June 9 –
Brad Smith and Janie McElwee-Smith
June 20
– Mike and Tillie Groves
June 30 –
Todd and Wendy Stewart
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From Rev. Jeff Day -
Hope you will enjoy reading the story of the work that my son, Forrest, and a Catholic priest from Guatemala are doing.
This appeared in the Lexington News Leader.
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Monday, June 10:
12:00 p.m. AA
Tuesday, June 11:
9:30 a.m. WW Quilters
10:30 a.m. Tuesday Morning Study Class
12:00 p.m. AA
7:30 p.m. AA
Wednesday, June 12:
12:00 p.m. AA
7:00 p.m. Ladies’ AA
Thursday, June 13:
12:00 p.m. AA
8:00 p.m. Men’s AA
Friday, June 14:
12:00 p.m. AA
Saturday, June 15:
Yard Crew – John Dye & Mike Groves
Sunday, June 16: Trinity Sunday
9:30 a.m. Worship
7:00 p.m. AA
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Upcoming Opportunities at HPC
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- TODAY is the Day of Pentecost. We will celebrate the birthday of Highland Presbyterian Church with our traditional Jambalaya lunch following worship. All are welcome to attend.
- The Tuesday Morning Study Class will meet Tuesday, June 11, 10:30 a.m. They continue their study of the books of Luke and Acts.
- Inez’s Birthday is June 12. If you would like to send a birthday card, her address is: Inez Geoghegan, C/O The Guest House, 10145 Florida Blvd, Baton Rouge, LA 70815.
- Rev. Jeff Day will be our guest preacher next Sunday, June 16.
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Highland Presbyterian Church
is a vibrant tree in God's grace-filled orchard. Deeply rooted in God's life-giving presence here on earth, this tree extends its branches to support one another in faith and reach into the world around it to produce fruit. Whether you are seeking God's presence through questions or service, discussion or fellowship, there is a home for you at Highland.
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Connecting with Highland Presbyterian Church
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office: 766-5775 (please leave a message)
emergency: Elder Louise Dye (H) 767-3091, (C) 337-6390
Elder Connie Buck (H) 769-2756, (C) 975-2862
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Highland Presbyterian Church (USA)
10024 Highland Road • Baton Rouge, LA 70810 • 225.766.5775 • www.highlandpresbyterian.org
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