Highlands...

                    ...a redeemed community reaching out

                                at the intersections of life and culture

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No Sunday School This Sunday

In order to give our faithful teachers a break, we will not have Sunday School this Sunday, July 5. We will have our regularly scheduled worship services at 8:30 and 10:50.

Officers' Meetings Sunday, July 12

The officers will have their regular monthly meetings  Sunday, July 12.   The Diaconate will meet at 5:30 and the Session at 7:00.

 Uganda Update

Marie Rickels, wife of Uganda Team leader Jeff Rickles, shares these messages from her husband:

June 28 - text message from Jeff - "Mission trip very successful and the team is safe in Kampala. We are lifting you up as you worship at Highlands. Pray for our safe travel Tuesday and Wednesday as we come home."

June 27 - The safari was great! They saw a leopard, and elephants almost charged their jeep. Unforgettable! The team is now travelling back to Kampala. In my (Marie's) oprion, driving is the most dangerous thing you do in Uganda, so please pray for their travel the next few days. Everyone is doing well. To God be the glory!

June 26 - Tomorrow, the team has the day off and will go on a safari. Please pray for those on the team who are having stomach aches.

June 25 - "Today was the last day of VBS and sports ministry. I know it was bittersweet saying goodbye to the children for the last time. They (the team) attended the UBI graduate retreat dinner tonight. Tomorrow they will attend the UBI graduation.

"I'm telling you this is a special team - there have been tears, laughter, etc. from youth and adults. Our team I know is a blessing to the Ugandans but they are also being blessed!"

Please pray for Jeff as he speaks at the UBI graduation dinner on Friday evening, and for the continued health and safety of our team. Give praise to our great God for his provision for the Uganda Bible Institute, the children and women involved in VBS, women's study and retreat,and our team!

June 24 - "VBS has gone great! Had soccer ministry and other Bible studies. Went to Amos and Jean Magezi's for dinner and made a trip to the market. The market makes for some great culture shock! Everyone is well. Praise be to God!"

Ladies' Summer Bible Study Concludes This Wednesday

The Ladies' Summer Bible Study meets for the final time this Wednesday at the church from 9:30 - 10:30 a.m. in Room 209. Becky Brown is leading the study entitled "The Character of a Christian." A nursery is available for children three and under.

Highlands' 2009 VBS July 20-24 Register Online!

Get ready for a fantastic summer adventure! Highlands is gearing up to take young “Backpackers” on a delightful VBS trek to the Kingdom of God. Trained & caring “Guides” will lead the way as we follow Jesus’ rugged and radical journey from the heights of Heaven & back to win our salvation. Children 4yr. olds - rising 5th grade can Register online.

HPC Night at the Ballpark July 17

Plan to join the whole church family Friday, July 17 at 7:05 p.m. as the Elders of Highlands host an evening at Trustmark Park to see the M-Braves play. Advance tickets are $3, with a $10 maximum per family, and can be purchased on Sundays at the table in the lobby.

Summer Fun at Highlands!

Highlands is a great place to be this summer! Be sure to get these dates on your calendar:

  • July 17 - M-Braves baseball at Trustmark Park
  • July 20-24 - Vacation Bible School
  • July 26 - VBS closing ceremony during joint Sunday School
  • August 8 - Slidin' Out of Summer

2009 VBS - Teachers Needed!

Join up for the Trek of a Lifetime!  Plan now to help guide the adventure from July 20th to July 24th!  Help young Backpackers follow Jesus' rugged and radical ascent to the kingdom of God with Trail Guide Laurie Nordan.  Sign-up sheets are in the lobby.  Contact Laurie at 601-853-0636 or at laurie@highlandspca.org  for further information.

Youth Assistants Needed for VBS

Reach for the Summit with Upward Bound!  Lace up those hiking boots! It’s nearly time to hit the trail with the backpacking expedition of a lifetime as we scale the heights of God’s glorious Kingdom!  Grab an application from the lobby and return it to Miss Laurie and let the adventure begin!

MadCAAP School Supply Drive

The Women’s Ministry of Highlands is sponsoring a drive to gather school supplies for MadCAAP to provide to needy families in Madison County. You may take a paper apple from the table in the lobby to guide you in making your purchases.  Donations may be dropped off at the same table.

Promotion Sunday and Congregational Meeting August 9

We will observe Promotion Sunday during the Sunday School hour on August 9 with a joint meeting of all Adult Sunday School classes in the sanctuary. There will also be a called meeting of the congregation during this time for the purpose of electing new elders and deacons. Everyone is invited and all members are encouraged to attend. The slate of nominees is as follows: Elder: Kent Meadows, Scott Jones, Ford Mosby, Jim Brown, & Hap Farber. Deacon: Don Lewis, Nate Quarterman, Chris Rountree, Ken Bartosek, Andy Sensing, Greg Mann, & Chris Burgess

HPC Live Worship Streaming Now Available for Mac Users

We are finally able to stream live worship for Mac users after installation of a new flash player. PC users will also notice the new and improved format. Access HPC live streaming.

  

 HPC Worship - Live Streaming