Yes, we have a February 29 this year. Although, when I think about it, it seems like we "leap" over that day for 3 out of 4 years, and this year we're lingering rather than leaping... English is such a funny language.
By the way, if you're looking for a new resource for prayer and reflection during Lent, you might want to try out this "Lenten toolbox" for "adjusting your focus and supporting your soul."
Game Night, the Metro District Annual Celebration, and the Highlands Youth Chili Cook-off were all wonderful this weekend. I managed not to take home any chili, which is only a blessing because I ate so much on Sunday! We have some good cooks in our congregation!
This week is a little slower, but we still have a work day this Saturday if you are feeling motivated to help the Trustees clean and paint the Associate Pastor's office on the 3rd floor (and a few other fun tasks for the taking with the bribe of donuts and coffee!). Sunday in worship we will have Holy Communion and explore the story of Jesus healing a man born blind.
Next week, prepare for Parents' Night Out on Friday, March 7 (please contact the church office if you would like to volunteer!), and a Snowshoeing Trip on Saturday, March 8 - a good opportunity to get out and enjoy Colorado's winter wonderland one last time before spring melts it all! Snowshoes can be rented from local sporting goods stores for $10-18/day, and we'll meet in the church parking lot at 8am to carpool/caravan.
Visitors, guests, neighbors, strangers, and new friends are always welcome!
Tuesday, February 26, 2008
Thursday, February 21, 2008
Busy weekend, preparing for Holy Week
This weekend brings several opportunities for fun, fellowship, learning, and celebration.
First, this Friday night, February 22, please come for Game Night starting at 6:30 p.m.! We've discovered this is far too enjoyable an event to only hold once a year. Bring your board games, card games, and other miscellaneous games to enjoy an evening of intergenerational fellowship.
Saturday, February 23 is the Metropolitan District Annual Celebration, which will be held at Burns Memorial UMC in Aurora this year. Meet at Highlands at 8am if you want to carpool over to enjoy multicultural worship, information on the wider mission and ministries of the United Methodist Church, a "stone soup" lunch (you're invited to bring a can of vegetables to contribute!), and recognition of one of our own! Maralyn Devlin will receive the "Quiet Disciple" award, honoring her years of faithful service in our community and the wider church.
Sunday, February 24 the Highlands UMC Worship Band will keep things hoppin' during our 10am service exploring the story of the Samaritan woman's encounter with Jesus. And be sure to plan on staying for our (2nd? 3rd?) more-or-less Annual Chili Cookoff, where you can taste up to 10 different kinds of chili and help support the youth on the mission trip they're taking to Louisiana later this year.
Coming soon...
Sunday, March 2 we celebrate Holy Communion (the first Sunday of each month is our tradition). The Chancel Choir will sing a rousing gospel-style rendition of "This Is My Story" that you won't want to miss!
Saturday, March 8: Snowshoeing trip! Meet at the church at 8am to carpool and caravan, probably to Rocky Mountain National Park, unless there's enough snow somewhere closer. Snowshoes can be rented from stores such as REI and Christy's Sports for $10-18/day, usually with a grace period for pickup before and return after the day of snowshoeing itself. Please contact Pastor Kerry or leave a message with the church office if you plan to come.
And don't forget, Holy Week is coming:
Palm Sunday, March 16: Pancake Breakfast prepared and served by the youth; 10am worship will include children's choir singing
Maundy Thursday, March 20: 7pm service reflecting on Jesus' final days and the powers of violence and darkness still at work in our world
Saturday, March 22: Easter Egg Hunt open to the community
Easter Sunday, March 23: Celebrating the Resurrection with all the trimmings: choir, organ, lilies, Communion, and the Hallelujah Chorus!
Highlands is an inclusive congregation where all are truly welcome. I hope you'll join us!
First, this Friday night, February 22, please come for Game Night starting at 6:30 p.m.! We've discovered this is far too enjoyable an event to only hold once a year. Bring your board games, card games, and other miscellaneous games to enjoy an evening of intergenerational fellowship.
Saturday, February 23 is the Metropolitan District Annual Celebration, which will be held at Burns Memorial UMC in Aurora this year. Meet at Highlands at 8am if you want to carpool over to enjoy multicultural worship, information on the wider mission and ministries of the United Methodist Church, a "stone soup" lunch (you're invited to bring a can of vegetables to contribute!), and recognition of one of our own! Maralyn Devlin will receive the "Quiet Disciple" award, honoring her years of faithful service in our community and the wider church.
Sunday, February 24 the Highlands UMC Worship Band will keep things hoppin' during our 10am service exploring the story of the Samaritan woman's encounter with Jesus. And be sure to plan on staying for our (2nd? 3rd?) more-or-less Annual Chili Cookoff, where you can taste up to 10 different kinds of chili and help support the youth on the mission trip they're taking to Louisiana later this year.
Coming soon...
Sunday, March 2 we celebrate Holy Communion (the first Sunday of each month is our tradition). The Chancel Choir will sing a rousing gospel-style rendition of "This Is My Story" that you won't want to miss!
Saturday, March 8: Snowshoeing trip! Meet at the church at 8am to carpool and caravan, probably to Rocky Mountain National Park, unless there's enough snow somewhere closer. Snowshoes can be rented from stores such as REI and Christy's Sports for $10-18/day, usually with a grace period for pickup before and return after the day of snowshoeing itself. Please contact Pastor Kerry or leave a message with the church office if you plan to come.
And don't forget, Holy Week is coming:
Palm Sunday, March 16: Pancake Breakfast prepared and served by the youth; 10am worship will include children's choir singing
Maundy Thursday, March 20: 7pm service reflecting on Jesus' final days and the powers of violence and darkness still at work in our world
Saturday, March 22: Easter Egg Hunt open to the community
Easter Sunday, March 23: Celebrating the Resurrection with all the trimmings: choir, organ, lilies, Communion, and the Hallelujah Chorus!
Highlands is an inclusive congregation where all are truly welcome. I hope you'll join us!
Wednesday, February 06, 2008
Welcome to Lent
Sorry I missed posting the last couple weeks. For those who missed the Ash Wednesday service this morning, I hope you will find ways to still your heart and mind for a moment to reflect on the beginning of this season of reflection, repentance, and renewal in our church year.
This Sunday, February 10, Pastor Kerry will preach on the story of Jesus in the desert (Matt 4:1-11) as we begin our journey through the wilderness and toward the cross together.
Our next game night will be Friday, February 22 - stay tuned here or call the church office for more information. We have a grand old time with friends of all ages!
This Sunday, February 10, Pastor Kerry will preach on the story of Jesus in the desert (Matt 4:1-11) as we begin our journey through the wilderness and toward the cross together.
Our next game night will be Friday, February 22 - stay tuned here or call the church office for more information. We have a grand old time with friends of all ages!
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