*There will be No Wednesday evening activities at HCOTC on Wednesday, August 7th, due to Church at the Fair. See below for details.
Our carpets and chairs have just been professionally cleaned; please remember to keep food and drink in the cafe only.
HAPPENINGS COMING UP:
AUGUST
*FENTRESS COUNTY CHURCH at the FAIR:
Wednesday, August 7th, 6:00pm
“A Good Night Out!” with Christian artist Jason Crabb and comedian Mickey Bell at the Fentress County Fairgrounds main arena. You won’t want to miss it. There will be no regular Wed. evening activities at HCOTC on Aug. 7th.
MOVE UP WEDNESDAY, August 14th (KIDS/TEENS)
For youth, age 13, Wednesday August 14th will be Move Up Day to join our Highlander Youth Group. Youth are welcomed to move when turning 13 or in August when school starts. “Just Keep Moving Forward.”
RIVER BAPTISMS, Sunday, August 18th, 3pm
We will have a special baptism at the Wolf River, York Park, 2609 North York Hwy, Pall Mall. Bring a dessert to share! We’ll share refreshing beverages and desserts as we fellowship together after baptism wraps up!
We will also have our 10 a.m. Sunday morning celebration at HCOTC that day!
HK COOKBOOK RECIPES, August 11th
We know Highlands has some fantastic cooks, and everyone loves to eat! With that in mind, we are excited to announce that we are working to create a Highlands Kids (HK) Cookbook! We would love to have your favorite recipes! Anything from your go-to meal, tastiest dessert, or comfort food, if you love it, we want it! Please submit recipes to hkcookbooks2024@gmail.com
BIBLICAL CITIZENSHIP CLASS STARTS TUESDAY, AUGUST 13th
Sign up today for this 8-week course. You will learn how the founders relied on their Christian moorings and Biblical worldviews to secure the blessings of liberty to ourselves and our posterity. The class will meet on Tuesday evenings at 6 pm in HK3 and be led by facilitators Sue and Nick Augenstein. Participants will learn encouraging historical facts and inspirational true stories that are not taught in our educational institutions today. This class will be edified and equipped to practice Biblical Citizenship in Modern America! Materials and videos by Patriot Academy and Turning Point USA. Learn more and sign up at the Church Center App: https://highlandslife.churchcenter.com/groups/small-groups/biblical-citizenship
SEPTEMBER
NEW! MEN’S EMMAUS WALK, September 5th-8th
WOMEN’S EMMAUS WALK, September 19th-22nd
The Emmaus Walk is based on the scripture Luke 24:13-35. It is a 4-day retreat where you spend 24/7 in the presence of God through worship, testimonies, and prayer. Ask anyone who has gone before; it’s a life-changing experience, and we encourage everyone to go. If you’d like to attend, we will find a sponsor for you. It is free of charge. Please let Lisa or Dwight Roysdon know. They can answer any questions you may have! roysdoncl@gmail.com & roysdondj@gmail.com
NEW! HAVE YOU BEEN TO AN EMMAUS WALK OR CHRYSALIS? We are gathering contact info to coordinate future opportunities to serve and stay in touch! Email your name, email, phone to Diana at HighlandsGroups@gmail.com.
HIGHLANDS ANNIVERSARY SERVICE, September 22nd
Be sure to mark your calendars – you don’t want to miss our Anniversary Service! It’s always an extra special day at Highlands!
HANDS, FEET, AND HEARTS NEEDED:
HK TEAM OPPORTUNITIES: Highlands Kids Ministry would love to have you join! Teacher, helpers, kids praise, and worship leaders positions are available! You’ll find applications at the HK welcome desk.
HOSPITALITY: Please watch announcements for future hospitality/meal train links as needs within our body arise.
O.C.C. (Operation Christmas Child): This month, let’s bring in FLIP FLOPS & SCHOOL SUPPLIES. Last year, we filled over 800 boxes; this year, OUR GOAL IS 1,000! If you would like to purchase a case, which is 50 boxes, you can do so for only $40! For more information or to purchase a box case, please contact Carol Watson.
NEW! INVITING YOUR BEST HIGHLANDS PHOTOS! Have you taken any great photos that capture the love, fellowship and activities at Highlands? We are collecting photos for future projects, and would LOVE it if you could share them! Feel free to email them to Diana at HighlandsGroups@gmail.com, or upload them in the highest resolution you have available.
REMINDERS & RESOURCES:
FREE, DESTINED TO REIGN BOOK (limited time!): Pastor Jason highly recommends and references Joseph Prince’s Destined to Reign book. It is currently available on their website for only $5 shipping. Find it here: Destined to Reign FREE!
PARENTS & KIDS:
PLAYGROUND: It’s that time of year again. Please ALWAYS have an adult present when playing on the Highlands’ playground. Also, please ensure your child/children are with you when they’re not in class. Thank you!
BEFORE & AFTER SERVICE: Please do not let your kids be unattended before
and after Kids Services. Also, please don’t let your young children use the restrooms alone. We request this for the safety of your kids and the church. Thank you for your understanding! *We are looking for volunteers who can rotate watching the kids before service and HK start. If you are interested in helping, please see the HK Desk or contact Leah Pepito at HVDreamTeam@gmail.com
CONTACT HIGHLANDS:
PRAYER REQUESTS & PRAISE REPORTS: If you have a prayer request, a praise report, a death in your family, or an encouraging word, please email Shannon at HighlandsPrayers@gmail.com and/or join our Facebook Prayer Group.
*If the prayer request concerns anyone other than yourself, please ensure you have that person’s permission before sharing.
COMMUNITY GROUPS ASSISTANCE: If you have any questions about Community Groups at Highlands, please contact Diana at HighlandsGroups@gmail.com.
GENERAL QUESTIONS & APPOINTMENT REQUESTS: If you need to approve/share an announcement, request an appointment, or have general questions, please email Seth at HighlandsCOTC@gmail.com.
SERVICES/COMMUNITY GROUPS:
SUNDAYS
10:00 AM Worship & Word: Join us for a time of worship & a dynamic, biblically-based sermon.
9:00 AM Hot Breakfast in the Cafe: Everyone is welcome; donations are appreciated!
8:30 AM Prayer in Sanctuary: This is a time for quiet, private prayer. Please refrain from conversations in the sanctuary during this time.
WEDNESDAYS
6:00 PM Worship & Word: Join us for a time of worship & a dynamic, biblically-based sermon.
5:00 PM Dinner in the Cafe: Everyone is welcome; donations are appreciated!
4:30 PM Prayer in Sanctuary: This is a time for quiet, private prayer.
HIGHLANDERS STUDENTS (ages 13 through 12th grade): On Wednesdays, we meet immediately after worship in the HK3 classroom.
HIGHLANDS KIDS CHURCH (12 years and under): Children’s Church is available on Sundays & Wednesdays. Children are dismissed from the sanctuary after Worship. Please ensure your child/children are with you when they’re not in class. Thank you!
COMMUNITY GROUPS: We have many different Community Groups within Highlands that meet on a weekly/monthly basis. We’d love it if you’d join us! Please visit this link to sign up or learn more, or see Diana Douglass with questions.
