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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.


In worship this Sunday,
November 21, 2021

Christ the King Sunday
(Dedication Sunday)


Preacher: Rev. Jeff Day

Liturgist: Dave Adams

Musicians: Albina Khaliapova & Eduard Teregulov

Usher: Sherry Hutchinson
Decorations this Sunday are dedicated
to the glory of God
by Bill and Barb Pfeifer.

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, 

Immediate Church Family*: 
Preston Lancaster; Bill and Billy Lewis; Skippy Thompson.

Extended Church Family*:
Brandon Behrmann (Carol’s nephew); Kathy Burke (friend of the Pfeifers); Austin Casey (Jack and Betty Bagent’s grandson); Ellie and Gigi Casey (Jack and Betty Bagent's granddaughters); Elizabeth Cline (Sherry Hutchinson's sister-in-law); Susan Corona (friend of the Bucks); Forrest Day, Mary Lane Day (Jeff Day’s sister); Rachel Eastman (Jack and Betty Bagent's grand-daughter); Carol Harrison (Rob Stewart’s Mother); Marilyn Lewis (Bill and Billy Lewis’ daughter-in-law); Aleta Pickholtz; family of Emma Lou Slack (Jack Bagent's sister); Larry Wilcoxson (friend of the Leonards), Bob and Betsy Zehner (former members).

*New names added to the prayer list this week are in italics.

Birthdays:
November 21 - 27 - none

Anniversaries:
November 21 - Jack and Betty Bagent


Advent begins Sunday, Nov. 28

Advent Reflection Opportunities

Advent: A Calendar of Devotions
&
Finding Our Place at the Manger

The Christian Education Committee is offering two spiritual growth opportunities for Advent 2021. All HPC members and friends will receive a copy of Advent: A Calendar of Devotions. This booklet offers a daily scripture reading with stories and insights to help remind us of God's promises. Author Joe Kim serves as lead pastor of Bothell UMC in Bothell, Washington.

The second opportunity is a four-week self-study entitled Finding Our Place at the Manger. Each week the focus changes from Mary to Joseph to the shepherds and finally to the wise men. The study is written by Krin Van Tatenoove who has pastored various Presbyterian churches for over thirty years. This study will be available as a download through Connections each week or you can request a printed copy of the entire study. Please let Connie Buck know if you want a printed copy.
Dedication Sunday
November 21

In the coming days you should receive a letter containing a pledge card for 2022. Please take some time to prayerfully consider this commitment to Highland and the impact it can have. Your pledges are one of the most important planning tools the Session has in the creation of a 2022 budget. We will receive completed pledge cards on November 21 as a part of our worship service. If you are unable to return your card at this time, please do so at your earliest convenience.

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The Gift of Literacy

During the Christmas season, Highland will be donating books to the First-graders of Magnolia Woods Elementary School as well as gift cards for their teachers. If you would like to help with this project either by purchasing books or making a cash donation, please contact Connie Buck.

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In Worship this Sunday

Rev. Jeff Day is in the pulpit this Sunday. His sermon is titled United in Thanksgiving and will be based on Psalm 133, and John 17:20-25.

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This week at HPC:
Monday, November 22:
12:00 p.m. AA
    
Tuesday, November 23:
12:00 p.m. AA
7:00 p.m. AA

Wednesday, November 24:
12:00 p.m. AA
7:00 p.m. Ladies’ AA

Thursday, November 25: Thanksgiving
(office closed - Thanksgiving holiday)
12:00 p.m. AA
5:30 p.m. Women's NA
8:00 p.m. Men’s AA

Friday, November 26:
(office closed - Thanksgiving holiday)
12:00 p.m. AA

Saturday, November 27:

Sunday, November 28:
9:30 a.m. Worship/Advent I
7:00 p.m. AA
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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Elder Connie Buck (H) 769-2756, (C) 975-2862
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