Messy Church
First Gathering: Friday, January 10
~5:15 PM (don't worry about getting here exactly on time)
Messy Church is an all-age worship experience that explores God’s love in an accessible way. At Messy Church, today’s busy households of all shapes and sizes are invited into a welcoming space to experience faith.
Everyone is welcome as they are. Whether you are single or partnered, young or old, tidy or messy, have questions or doubts, or are filled with joy or struggling with life, you will be welcomed at Messy Church. Learn more at highlandumc.org/messy-church
LIFT/Wednesday Nights at Highland Returns January 8!
LIFT Winter Semester runs from Jan. 8-Feb. 26
- Meal service starts at 5:45 PM
- Make reservations by noon on Monday (registration available on 1/1)
- Kids eat free every week!
- Activities for everyone following the meal (6:30-7:30 PM)
- Bible Study with Janet & Kathy: "Caring for God's World"
- Beginner's Handbell Choir (Contact kevin@highlandumc.org)
- Youth Bible Study (contact neil@highlandumc.org)
UMM Breakfast
Monthly on Second Saturdays, 8:30 AM, Bradley Hall
January 11: All Highland men are welcome to meet for breakfast and fellowship in Bradley Hall. Contact Scott Loftin for more info: s@theloftins.net.
Pub Theology
Monthly on Second Tuesdays, 7 PM, Buffalo Brothers
January 14: Join us for faith-filled conversation, pizza, and a pint! All are welcome. Let Rev. Janet Baucom know you’re coming and she’ll save you a seat: janet@highlandumc.org.
Highlanders Senior Adult Fellowship
Monthly on Third Tuesdays, 11:30 AM, Bradley Hall
January 21: Dr. Christine Khandelwal, Lead Gerontologist at WakeMed Raleigh will present the program on healthy aging and issues with memory. There will be a time for Q & A. The menu will include chicken pot pie, vegetable medley, cole slaw, rolls with butter, assorted beverages and desserts for $15 per person. Reserve your spot by signing the roster at the reception desk or calling the church office.
Mommies Group
Monthly on Second Saturdays, 10 AM, Conference Room
Fourth Saturday this month: January 25: We'll have coffee and snacks and childcare! We'll share ideas, concerns, and encouragement. All Moms are welcome. If you can come and need childcare please RSVP to amy@highlandumc.org.
The Stonewall Fellowship: A New LGBTQIA+ Group at Highland
Monthly on Fourth Tuesdays, 7 PM, Parlor
Next Meeting: January 28 As a Reconciling Ministries congregation, this new group will continue in the affirmation of and outreach to this community and their allies. We will meet on the fourth Tuesday of each month. All are welcome! Contact Mark Cox for more information.
