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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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Daylight Saving Time
ends this weekend.
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In worship this Sunday,
November 7, 2021
Preacher: Rev. Jeff Day
Liturgist: Carol Behrmann
Musicians: Albina Khaliapova & Eduard Teregulov
Usher: Sherry Hutchinson
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Flowers this Sunday are dedicated
to the glory of God
by Carol Behrmann.
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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); 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 7 - 13 - Albina Khaliapova (7)
Anniversaries:
November 21 - Jack and Betty Bagent
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Report of the Congregational Meeting
October 31, 2021
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The Congregation of Highland Presbyterian Church held a Special Meeting on Sunday, October 31, 2021 for the purpose of electing two Ruling Elders for the Class of 2024 and three members of the Congregation to serve on the 2022 Nominating Committee.
Jack Bagent and Louise Dye were elected to serve as Ruling Elders, Class of 2024. Carol Behrmann, Connie Leonard, and Anne McKnight were elected to serve as members of the Congregation for the 2022 Nominating Committee.
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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 Sunday, November 14, 2021.
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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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Session Meeting
November 10
The Session of Highland Presbyterian Church will meet Wednesday, November 10, 10 a.m. at the church. Information will be sent to Session members prior to the meeting.
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Lagniappe Ladies Meet
November 17
The Lagniappe Ladies will meet for lunch on Wednesday, November 17, 11:30 a.m., at the Little Village (14241 Airline Hwy.). Please notify Carol Behrmann if you plan to attend.
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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 will return to the pulpit this Sunday. His sermon is titled The Word for All Seasons and will be based on Psalm 31, and Luke 23:44-49.
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Monday, November 8:
12:00 p.m. AA
Tuesday, November 9:
12:00 p.m. AA
7:00 p.m. AA
Wednesday, November 10:
10:00 a.m. Session Meeting
12:00 p.m. AA
7:00 p.m. Ladies’ AA
Thursday, November 11:
12:00 p.m. AA
5:30 p.m. Women's NA
8:00 p.m. Men’s AA
Friday, November 12:
12:00 p.m. AA
Saturday, November 13:
Sunday, November 14:
9:30 a.m. Worship/Heifer Offering
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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