Advent 2025
THE BRIGHTNESS OF THE DAWN
HPC Advent 2025
“The people walking in darkness have seen a great light;
on those living in the land of deep darkness a light has dawned.
For to us a child is born, to us a son is given!”
— Isaiah 9
Our world longs for light—and hope has come! This Advent season, join us as we celebrate the dawning of The Light of the World, Jesus Christ, born in Bethlehem. Come and see how He shines!
Advent Series Schedule:
November 30 — The Darkness Before the Dawn
December 7 — The Dawn Breaks!
December 14 — The Brightness of the Dawn
December 21 — The Dawning of Everlasting Day
Christmas Eve (December 24) — The Glory Shining on Christmas
Come worship with us each week as we rejoice in the light that shines in the darkness—and will never be overcome.
HIghlands Family Christmas
Highlands Family Christmas ~ December 7 from 5-7pm:
Join us for one of Highlands’ most beloved events!
We will begin the evening with a chili cookoff and hot dog supper with Christmas cookies for dessert in the Fellowship Hall. We will then move to the Sanctuary for a Christmas play from our kids then a time of songs and carols led by the praise team. Register here so we will know how best to plan.
Highlands Church Wide Work Day
Highlands Church Wide Work Day
Saturday, November 15, 2025 | 9:00 AM – 12:00 pM
We invite all adults and youth to participate in a Church Wide Work Day at Highlands. This is a wonderful opportunity to serve together as we care for our church facilities through a variety of indoor and outdoor projects. We look forward to serving alongside you! To volunteer, please sign up HERE.
HPC Student Ministry Fall Retreat
Student Retreat – Oct. 18–19
We’re heading to Timber Creek Camp for a weekend of fun, teaching, and time away with the Lord!
When: Sat. Oct. 18 (leave 7:30 AM) – Sun. Oct. 19 (return 5:00 PM)
Where: Timber Creek Camp
What: Games, free time (basketball, pickleball, fishing & more), worship, teaching with Gus & Michael, and small group breakouts.
Pray with us that this retreat will be a refreshing time for students to pause from the busyness of life and focus on God’s goodness & faithfulness.
Friends are welcome—invite someone to join!
Get registered HERE!
Questions? Contact Michael Hawkins | mhawkins@highlandspca.org
HPC Caregiver Group
Monday September 15, 2025 6:00-7:30pm
For more information, please visit highlandspca.org/caregiver.
Midweek
Midweek at Highlands
Join us Wednesday, August 20 when we return for our Fall semester of Midweek at Highlands! The serving line opens at 5:15pm in the Atrium. Adult elective classes begin at 6:00 (see below for topics). Children have playtime at 5:30, music in the sanctuary at 5:55, and teaching time at 6:15. Youth gather in The U at 5:30, play games at 5:45, and have worship and teaching at 6:15. All activities end by 7:00. Adult meals are $6 each and kids’ meals are $4 each (family max is $24).
Highlands at 5 Young Adults and Lighthouse
Highlands at 5 Young Adults and Lighthouse communities, join us September 21 at 5pm in the Atrium for singing, teaching, fellowship, and food. We will be diving into the book of 1 Peter, and we encourage you to invite others to this event!
Women’s Summer Study Series ~ A Study of Colossians
Women’s Summer Study Series ~ A Study of Colossians: All women are invited to the Summer Study Series beginning July 9 from 6:00pm-7:30pm to focus on Seeing the Unseen: A Study of Colossians. Four different women will teach us for four consecutive Wednesday nights, finishing July 30. Light refreshments will be served. Nursery available upon request. This is a great time to connect with women of all ages and enjoy fellowship. Contact Laurie Nordan at laurie@highlandspca.org for more information.
MadCAAP School Supply Drive
MadCAAP School Supply Drive
Join us in supporting children in poverty throughout Madison County. This year, Highlands is collecting 400 packs of No. 2 pencils for MadCAAP’s annual Back-to-School event. Please drop off donations in the Atrium bins by Sunday, July 20. Thank you for helping local students start the year strong!
SAVE THE DATE
December 7, 2025: Highlands Family Christmas 5-7pm
January 30-February 1, 2026: Women's Retreat at The Country Place.