Ages Past and Years to Come!

Ages Past
In 1949, Winston-Salem Presbytery began the process of forming what would become Highland Presbyterian Church. Working with First Presbyterian Church and its pastor, Julian Lake (father of our own Gilmour Lake), they identified a dedicated group to establish a new church in Ardmore. As Ardmore was rapidly developing in the post-World War 2 years, the Presbytery saw this neighborhood as a great place to establish a congregation where people could worship, serve their community, and grow in faith. Gradually the new church was built and at the end of the first year, membership was 186 people strong. See the History page for Highland’s History timeline, and see below for a presentation for Highland’s 60th Anniversary.

Years to Come
That was 75 years ago! Now it’s time to celebrate Highland’s positive impact on our lives, our community and the world. As we look ahead, it’s important that we pass forward our traditions to children, youth, young adults, families and new members. Let’s find ways to strengthen and support our growing multi-generational congregation as we interact with, learn from, and uplift each other!

In the near future
Throughout 2024, HPC committees will host a variety of activities and gatherings celebrating our 75th year. The number 75 (or a derivative) will set the goal for number of participants or items collected. Highland’s annual March Madness Pasta Sauce Challenge kicks off soon. Our aim will be delivery of 750 jars or cans of pasta sauce to Crisis Control. Every unit you contribute not only equals a vote for your favorite collegiate hoops team, it will feed neighbors in our community who live with hunger.
“Be the reason someone smiles. Be the reason someone feels loved and believes in the goodness of people.” 75 Acts of Kindness, a Fellowship Committee activity, will encourage those small, caring acts of love that play such a large role in our lives, and in the lives of others.
Our year-long celebration culminates Sunday, November 17, with a Celebratory 11:00 Service followed by an all-church luncheon in the Activity Building. Living into our theme, Ages Past and Years to Come, let’s strengthen existing relationships and build new ones!