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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 Sunday,
March 14, 2021
The Fourth Sunday in Lent
Minister: Rev. Jeff Day
Liturgist: Barb Pfeifer
Musicians: Albina Khaliapova
Usher: Sherry Hutchinson
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Flowers in the Sanctuary this Sunday
are dedicated to the glory of God
by Sherry Hutchinson.
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If you would like to participate with Highland Presbyterian Church remotely, we will stream this Sunday's service (9:30 a.m.) on our facebook page, www.facebook.com/HPCBR
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Praying With Scripture During Lent
by The Presbyterian Outlook
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Immediate Church Family*:
Betty Bagent; Bill and Billy Lewis; Skippy Thompson.
Extended Church Family*:
Brandon Behrmann (Carol’s nephew); Austin Casey (Jack and Betty Bagent’s grandson); Henry Cohn (John Dye's Brother); Forrest Day (Jeff Day's son); Mary Lane Day (Jeff Day’s sister); Rachel Eastman (Jack and Betty Bagent's grand-daughter); Carol Harrison (Rob Stewart’s Mother); Joyce Lehman (Barb Pfeifer's cousin); Marilyn Lewis (Bill and Billy Lewis’ daughter-in-law); Aleta Pickholtz; Larry Wilcoxson (friend of the Leonards).
*New names added to the prayer list this week are in italics.
Birthdays
March 14 - 20: none
Anniversaries
March: none
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Covid Guidelines
As most of you are aware, the governor has changed state guidelines for capacity in houses of worship. While this applies to us, Session has reviewed all of our Covid Mitigation Guidelines and will focus on the procedures that continue to keep our Congregation as safe as possible. We will still request that those attending wear masks, keep as much space as possible between individuals of different households and be aware of the possibility of transmission of the virus by touch. A full list of Worship Guidelines is posted at the end of this document.
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Interfaith Federation
March 2021
Listen
The Interfaith Federation of Greater Baton Rouge focuses on the month of March as a time to listen. For a list of virtual workshops, go to their website www.ifedgbr.com.
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Worship this Sunday
Rev. Jeff Day will be in the pulpit this Sunday. His sermon title is A Second Helping based on Acts 18:18-28, and Psalm 84.
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Lent Devotions
It's never too late to start a devotional study for Lent. If you would like to receive a printed copy of "Praying With Scripture During Lent" by The Presbyterian Outlook, please contact Connie Buck (cgbuck@cox.net). The devotional study will also be posted in this newsletter (above) and on our website highlandpresbyterian.org.
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Opportunities to Serve
We love being able to offer opportunities to serve Highland as a liturgist and/or providing flowers for the Sanctuary. If you would like to help with either one of these opportunities, please contact Connie Buck, (cgbuck@cox.net).
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Monday, March 15:
12:00 p.m. AA
Tuesday, March 16:
12:00 p.m. AA
7:00 p.m. AA
Wednesday, March 17:
10:00 a.m. Session Meeting
12:00 p.m. AA
7:00 p.m. Ladies’ AA
Thursday, March 18:
12:00 p.m. AA
5:30 p.m. Women's NA
8:00 p.m. Men’s AA
Friday, March 19:
12:00 p.m. AA
Saturday, March 20:
Sunday, March 21: Lent V
9:30 a.m. Worship
7:00 p.m. AA
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Business
- Session agreed to host the June 8 Presbytery Meeting at the request of PSL Moderator Donna Stogner.
- Session approved the following updated Worship Guidelines for Mitigating Covid-19 - see below:
Committee Reports
February 23 Presbytery meeting
- The slow recovery of churches in the Lake Charles area, due to several factors, was noted. Ways to help these churches will be explored.
Pastor’s Report
- Funds to help with the funeral for Mr. Rodney Johnson were received with much appreciation by the family.
Christian Education & Congregational Care
- Homebound members continue to be contacted by mail, email or phone on a regular basis.
- Telephone calls to homebound and/or members who miss two consecutive Sundays are made as needed.
- Treats were provided to attending members following the Annual Congregational Meeting in February.
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Committee Reports (cont.)
Evangelism/Membership
- The average attendance for February was 19. There were 5 visitors in February – four were repeat visitors and one was new. One note was sent with a brochure and one brochure was provided to a repeat visitor.
Missions
- The One Great Hour of Sharing Offering will be received on Easter Sunday, April 4, 2021. A Minute for Mission will be given on Sunday, March 28, 2021.
- Information received from the Greater Baton Rouge Food Bank concerning their mission and scope will be shared with the Congregation.
Property
- The sign in the front of the church will be kept current. Suggestions for messages were requested.
- The fence to the right of the church property will be repaired where possible.
Worship Committee
- February 17 – Lenten Devotionals for 2021 by Roger Gench were provided.
- Rev. Jeff Day gave the following sermons:
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Feb. 14 – Singing in the Jail
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Feb. 21 – Spiritual Fitness
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Feb. 28 – When in Athens
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Mar. 7 (Communion Sunday) – Finding Home
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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 |
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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