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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,
October 10, 2021
Preacher: Elder Robert Lowry
Liturgist: Dave Adams
Musicians: Albina Khaliapova & Eduard Teregulov
Usher: Sherry Hutchinson
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Flowers this Sunday are dedicated
to the glory of God by Anne McKnight
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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,
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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); 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:
October 3 - 15 - Preston Lancaster (5), Bill Lewis (7), Alan Cutter (11)
Anniversaries:
October 7 - Chacko and Rosemary John
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Congregational Meeting
Sunday, October 17
following Worship
The Congregation of Highland Presbyterian Church will have a called meeting on Sunday, October 17, 2021 for the purposes of: considering a Servitude Agreement with America Homeland, developer of the adjoining property; appointing Margaret Louise Dye to act as the agent of the church in signing this agreement if approved; voting on nominees presented by the Nominating Committee for Elders to the Class of 2024; and voting on nominees presented by the Nominating Committee for members of the Congregation to serve on the 2022 Nominating Committee. Copies of the servitude agreement will be available for pick-up before worship on Sunday, September 26.
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Heifer International
Highland has a long history of supporting Heifer International and the work that they do. We will receive a special offering for Heifer on Sunday, November 14, 2021. More information will follow.
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PDA: Here to Help
Presbyterian Disaster Assistance provides relief and short-term recovery after hurricanes and other disasters. Gifts can be made online at https://pda.pcusa.org/ , calling 1-800-872-3283, or mailing a check to Presbyterian Church (USA), P O Box 643700, Pittsburgh, PA 15264-3700.
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In Worship this Sunday
Elder Robert Lowry will be in the pulpit this Sunday. His sermon is titled I'm a Good Person Myth and will be based on Ecclesiastes 4:1-2, Proverbs 10:32, Second Timothy 4:2-3, and John 8:42-44.
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Monday, October 11:
12:00 p.m. AA
Tuesday, October 12:
12:00 p.m. AA
7:00 p.m. AA
Wednesday, October 13:
12:00 p.m. AA
7:00 p.m. Ladies’ AA
Thursday, October 14:
12:00 p.m. AA
5:30 p.m. Women's NA
8:00 p.m. Men’s AA
Friday, October 15:
12:00 p.m. AA
Saturday, October 16:
Sunday, October 17:
9:30 a.m. Worship
10:30 a.m. Congregational Meeting
7:00 p.m. AA
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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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