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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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It's time to "Spring Forward."
Daylight Saving Time begins
Sunday, March 10, 2024
Don't forget to set your clocks forward before you go to bed Saturday, March 9.
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In Worship this Sunday
March 10, 2024
Lent IV
Preacher: Rev. Betsy Irvine
Liturgist: Barb Pfeifer
Usher: Sherry Hutchinson
Refreshments: Sherry Hutchinson
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Be joyful in hope, patient in affliction, faithful in prayer. Romans 13:12 | |
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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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Immediate Church Family*:
Betty Bagent; Bill and Billy Lewis; Dudley Payton; and Skippy Thompson.
Extended Church Family*:
Family of Katherine Auster (former neighbor of HPC, who died on December 23, 2023 leaving two small daughters, Arabelle and Ariana, and husband, John); Austin Casey (Jack and Betty Bagent’s grandson); Ellie and Gigi Casey (Jack and Betty Bagent's grand-daughters); Carol Caulder (Bill Pfeifer's cousin); Mary Lane Day (Jeff Day’s sister); Rachel Eastman (Jack and Betty Bagent's granddaughter); Tim Hampton; Hugh and Pat Huffman (former members of HPC); Joann Huffmeir (friend of Jay Nesom); Marilyn Lewis (Bill and Billy Lewis’ daughter-in-law); Brenda McBride (friend of the Bagents); Dee Merchant; Don Morgan (friend of the Bagents); Linda and Wendell Olinde (Mike Leonard's sister and brother-in-law); Aleta Pickholtz; Delight Poske (Jay Nesom's Mother-in-law); Mike Reimringer (Barb Pfeifer's nephew); Liam Salazar (infant son of Lillian Alvarez, friend of Jeff Day); family of Ben Stahr (friend of the Hunts); and Richard Waldrop (friend of Jay Nesom).
*New names added to the prayer list this week are in italics.
Birthdays:
March 10 - 16 - Bill Pfeifer (11)
Anniversaries:
March: none
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Piano Recital
Arturo Fernandez
Friday, March 8
5:30 p.m.
L.S.U. School of Music Recital Hall
Our pianist, Arturo Fernandez, will have a piano recital on Friday, March 8, at 5:30 pm in the L.S.U. School of Music Recital Hall. All are invited to attend.
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Lagniappe Ladies
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Helpers Needed
for April, May and June
Another quarter has flown by and once again we are looking for helpers to be liturgist, provide refreshments and prepare communion. A sign-up sheet will be available on the bulletin board in the fellowship area. For more information, contact Connie Buck.
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In the Pulpit this Sunday
Rev. Betsy Irvine will be in the pulpit this Sunday. Her sermon is titled Be a Blessing and is based on Mark 10:2-16 and Job 1:1; 2:1-10.
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Monday, March 11:
12:00 p.m. AA
Tuesday, March 12:
9:00 a.m. WW Quilters
9:00 - 11:00 a.m. OLLI Bridge
12:00 p.m. AA
1:00 - 3:00 p.m. OLLI Bridge
Wednesday, March 13:
12:00 p.m. AA
7:00 p.m. Ladies’ AA
Thursday, March 14:
9:00 - 11:00 a.m. OLLI Bridge
12:00 p.m. AA
1:00 - 3:00 p.m. OLLI Bridge
8:00 p.m. Men’s AA
Friday, March 15:
12:00 p.m. AA
Saturday, March 16:
Sunday, March 17: 5th Sunday of Lent
9:30 a.m. Worship
7:00 p.m. AA
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Stated Session Meeting, March 5, 2024
Business:
- Session approved reinstating Beverly Tipton to the Active Rolls of Highland Presbyterian Church and then transferring her to University Presbyterian Church as requested.
- Session approved the Facility Use Request of Grace Notes School of Music for use of the Sanctuary Saturday, May 4, 10:00 am – 8:00 pm, and Sunday, May 5, 2:00 – 8:00 pm.
- Session approved an updated Job Description for Pastor to be included in the Manual of Administrative Operations.
Committee Reports:
Congregational Care and Christian Education Committee
- Lagniappe Ladies met for lunch on January 9, 2024, at the Little Village and on February 21 at Zea’s. Their regular meeting time will be the third Wednesday of each month.
- Refreshments following worship are being provided by members of the Congregation each week. A sign-up sheet for volunteers for April – June will be posted soon.
- A Lenten devotional guide, Man of Sorrows, People of Joy, was provided for all to pick up or receive by mail.
Evangelism Committee
- The average attendance for January was 17 and for February 16. We welcomed 5 visitors in January. In February we welcomed a guest pianist and 2 visitors.
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Committee Reports (cont.)
Finance Committee
- For the month of January, income of $5,531.82 exceeded expenses of $4,304.10 by $1,227.72.
Missions Committee
- One Great Hour of Sharing Offering will be received on March 31 (Easter). A Minute for Mission will be included on March 24.
Personnel Committee
- The Ad Hoc Pastor search committee presented an updated Pastor Job Description for Session approval.
Property Committee
- Plumbing problems in the Administration Building main bathroom and the Education Building men's bathroom are being examined and resolved.
- The leak in the portico roof continues to be a problem and a solution will be sought.
Worship
- The Sanctuary has been adorned for the Lenten season.
- Rhonda Weyhrich served as substitute pianist on February 11.
- Rev. Robin McCullough-Bade served as pulpit supply on February 18.
- Highland will hold Holy Week services on March 24 (Palm Sunday) and March 31 (Resurrection of the Lord/Easter Day). Communion will be celebrated at both services. Sanctuary adornments will be adjusted to match each service.
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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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