Our Weekly Update

“Greater Things Are Yet To Come” (March 2023)

Member Gathering next Thursday, 6pm, at the Firehouse.


A Bonfire to Be Lit

“The light of the righteous rejoices, but the lamp of the wicked will be put out” (Proverbs 13:9).

I was talking with one of the members of our church last weekend. I asked him his thoughts about the new building. He said, “These streets have been so dark for so long! We, as the people of God, have been present, bringing the light of Christ to these dark streets, but with the new building coming, it’s like a blazing bonfire is being placed smack dab in the middle of these dark streets.”

May the righteousness of Christ Jesus blaze throughout our streets, Highland! May we continue to rejoice, delighting in all the Lord is accomplishing in us and through us! “Lord, set our hearts ablaze with your righteousness! Cause the glory of Your name to rise among us!”


EIGHT WEEK WOMEN’S BIBLE STUDY

Our Women’s 8 Week Bible Study continues. They are taking a deeper look at 1st John. It’s held in Highland’s sanctuary. Tasty desserts will be available. Sign up online. So grateful to all who are hosting and facilitating!


CHICKEN & RICE THIS SATURDAY, 10am

This Saturday, our Chicken & Rice team will spice things up a bit - literally! They will be offering barbecue chicken to those who have more month-than-money. This team imparts the love of Christ to our neighbors in such a meaningful way! Volunteers are welcome!


PLANS FOR SUNDAY MORNING

Each Sunday, we have Coffee & Conversation starting at 9am, at the Firehouse. All are welcome to join the conversation over a good cup of coffee. Worship is fostered as we sing together, too! Jo Ellen then shares her heart and joy over God’s Word and Robert continues to lead a Men’s Bible Study each Sunday morning, at 9am. He is in the education-building of our church site. All men are welcome to attend. At 10 am, our Firehouse Gathering begins. Justin will preach and Billy will lead us in worship. We will continue through our 1st John Series this Sunday. Here is our text that we will cover:

“For everyone who has been born of God overcomes the world. And this is the victory that has overcome the world—our faith. Who is it that overcomes the world except the one who believes that Jesus is the Son of God? This is he who came by water and blood—Jesus Christ; not by the water only but by the water and the blood. And the Spirit is the one who testifies, because the Spirit is the truth. For there are three that testify: the Spirit and the water and the blood; and these three agree. If we receive the testimony of men, the testimony of God is greater, for this is the testimony of God that he has borne concerning his Son. Whoever believes in the Son of God has the testimony in himself. Whoever does not believe God has made him a liar, because he has not believed in the testimony that God has borne concerning his Son. And this is the testimony that God gave us eternal life, and this life is in his Son. Whoever has the Son has life; whoever does not have the Son of God does not have life” (1st John 5:4-12).

Shoutout to all who love our kiddos!

Childcare Available, Ages 0-4

Childcare will be offered during our Firehouse Gatherings for children, ages 0-4. Childcare will be held in the Truth Spring Trade School Daycare, located at 3303 5th Ave. It is the white house with white picket fence and 2 blue doors. We have a terrific team of volunteers comprised of people who attend Highland. Thank you, all, for caring for our children. Donna Findley is our Coordinator. She’s doing a great job! Thank you, Donna! Volunteers will be ready to receive 0-4 year-old aged-children by 9:50am.


Family Matters

Robert Singleton is having to move. He and his daughter, LaShonda, have found an affordable place to live and he needs some help from us. He is in need of getting some living room furniture and a washing machine. Finally, he is asking any of us men who are willing to help him move to assist him with this process. Thank you, Highland, for considering how we can assist him with this transition in his life.

Mike Hare lost his mother, Mary, Wednesday. I want to thank each of you who’ve reached out to him and checked on him, Highland! As you’ve reached out, it has really lifted his spirits. If you want, you can email him by clicking here. As he returns to Columbus, he is asking us to really draw even nearer to him, in fellowship. Lunches, calls, coffees, dinners, in a regular rhythm. We are his family, Highland. Let’s rally around him, please.

Mike and his family are Texans – a heritage they hold in high esteem. His mother will be laid to rest in Hawkins, Texas. The family has asked me to come to facilitate the funeral. Therefore, I will most likely be away this weekend. Justin will preach and Billy will lead us in worship.

Randall’s family is preparing for him to move to Savannah-Grand, which is a rehab facility in Columbus. Highland, thank you for reaching out and going by and visiting him. They ask that we continue to reach out to him, stop by to see him and be present in his life. It’s so important that we go out of our way to reach out to Randall during this time! Let’s continue to rally around Randall during this difficult time for him.

I love you, Highland,

Rob