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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,
July 25, 2021
Minister: Rev. Jeff Day
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 John and Louise Dye.
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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*:
Betty Bagent; Preston Lancaster; Bill and Billy Lewis; Brandon and Sharyn Lithgoe; 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); 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); Marilyn Lewis (Bill and Billy Lewis’ daughter-in-law); Aleta Pickholtz; 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
July 25 - 31: Shaylon Taylor (25), Brandi Thompson (28), Rickie Taylor (28), Rick Gurtner (29), Connie Buck (31)
Anniversaries
July - none
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Non-Perishable Food Items
Especially in the hot months of summer, it is never too late to contribute non-perishable food items for The Shepherd's Market (look for the grocery cart in the sanctuary). Bill and Barb Pfeifer will make sure the contents get delivered in a timely manner. Contact them (bnbpfeifer@att.net) if you have any questions.
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In Worship this Sunday
Rev. Jeff Day will be in the pulpit this Sunday. His sermon is titled Paths of Providence and is based on Acts 26:1-23 and Isaiah 35.
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Monday, July 26:
12:00 p.m. AA
Tuesday, July 27:
12:00 p.m. AA
7:00 p.m. AA
Wednesday, July 28:
12:00 p.m. AA
7:00 p.m. Ladies’ AA
Thursday, July 29:
12:00 p.m. AA
5:30 p.m. Women's NA
8:00 p.m. Men’s AA
Friday, July 30:
12:00 p.m. AA
Saturday, July 31:
Sunday, August 1:
9:30 a.m. Worship/Communion
7:00 p.m. AA
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- Session approved the Facility Use Request of Grace Notes for use of the Sanctuary on July 23, 2021, for a recital.
- Session approved the Facility Use Request of “Our Gratitude Speaks” (Narcotics Anonymous) for use of the Great Hall on July 24 for a fellowship event.
- Session approved the reassignment of Joseph and Jacob John to the Inactive Roll at the request of Rosemary John.
- Session approved further exploration concerning entering into a Servitude Agreement with America Homeland (developer of adjoining property).
Committee Reports
Christian Education & Congregational Care
- Homebound members continue to be contacted by mail, email or phone on a regular basis.
- Two after-worship hospitalities have been held: May 23 to celebrate Pentecost and Highland’s birthday, and July 11 to celebrate members having a birthday in July
- Brandon and Sharyn Lithgoe who are moving to Texas were recognized for their active participation in the church community with a pictorial book and Highland Church coffee mugs.
- Lagniappe Ladies met June 30 at Albasha’s. Plans are to meet again on August 11.
- One of the classrooms is currently being used to store household goods for a church member who has been displaced.
Evangelism/Membership
- The average attendance for June was 18. There were three visitors in June.
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Committee Reports (cont.)
Financial
- For the month of May, expenses of $10,526.44 exceeded income of $5,705.04 by ($4,821.40).
- For the month of June, income of $6,688.92 exceeded expenses of $4,267.72 by $2,421.20.
Missions
- The Pentecost Offering totaled $525.00. Forty percent ($210.00) will go to the Presbyterian Children’s Homes and Services of Baton Rouge.
Property
- Options for improving yard maintenance will be explored.
Worship
- Sermons by Rev. Jeff Day :
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June 13 – Reassurance, Acts. 23:1-11, Psalm 119:41-49
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June 20 – Father’s Day - Rev. Jeff was not well and was unable to attend. The sermon he had planned was The Lord Will Make a Way Somehow, Acts 23:12-24, Psalm 23 (the service was held as planned minus the sermon).
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June 27 – The Gentle Disturber, Acts 24:1-27, Psalm 1
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July 4 – Independence Day - God’s Intervening Love, Acts 25:1-12, Psalm 14
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July 11 – Waiting in Hope, Acts 25:13-26:1, Romans 8:18-27
- July 18 – The service was cancelled due to the COVID virus. An abbreviated Service was provided by Rev. Jeff on Facebook with our musicians.
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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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