Monthly Midweek Morning Prayer – Beginning in October, our gatherings for Midweek Morning Prayer will be the first Wednesday of the month, still at 8:00 a.m. We will gather on Zoom for this worshipful pause as we begin the day together. If you’d like to be part of this informal gathering, email Randy Harris.

Women’s Bible Study, Thursdays, 10:00–11:30 a.m. in person in the Ardmore Room or via Zoom – beginning, January 11, 2024.
The Apocryphal Jesus
The New Testament gives us 27 canonical texts—gospels, letters, and more—but these works are only a tiny fraction of the many volumes written about the life of Jesus, his family, and the apostles. This alternative body of literature falls under the category of “apocrypha,” which means “hidden” or “secret,” and it offers fascinating insights into the early Christian world. But these early Christian apocryphal works are more than historical curiosities. Much of what we know about Jesus today actually comes from these apocryphal sources, so The Apocryphal Jesus is your chance to learn the true breadth and depth of the early Christian world. Copies of the discussion guide are available for $5. For more information, contact Heather Ferguson.

The Presbyterian Women
The Presbyterian Women focus on Bible study, mission projects, and fellowship. There are two active circles available for the women of Highland that meet September through May. This year’s study is Sacred Encounters: The Power and Presence of Jesus Christ in
Luke–Acts. The study guides are now available in the Conference Room just off the Gallery Hall. There is no cost for the guide, but Circle members are asked to make a yearly contribution to Presbyterian Women.

• The Morning Circle meets at 10:30 on the first Tuesday of the month and will begin monthly meetings on September 5. For more information please contact Heather Ferguson, 336-724-6303.
• The Afternoon Circle will begin monthly meetings on Monday, September 11 and will meet from 2–3:00 p.m. in the Ardmore Room of the Activity Building. New and continuing participants are encouraged to join us for fellowship and Bible study. For more information please contact Ellen Doyle  or Carolyn Birk.

Men’s Breakfast Study, The Wired Word, gathers on the third Wednesday of each month at 7:00 a.m. for a time of fellowship and study. Join us for breakfast, coffee, and conversation in the Fellowship Hall of the Activity Building. All men are welcome for this time of fellowship and study. Email Randy Harris for details.

Young Adult Study Group, (20s and 30s) using a variety of books, meet on Thursdays, 7:30 p.m. See the Young Adults page for more information.

LGBTQ Book Group, Beyond Magenta: Transgender Teens Speak Out Our LGBTQ Book Group will gather following the Congregational Meeting on Sunday, January 28, to discuss Beyond Magenta: Transgender and Nonbinary Teens Speak Out. If you would like to join in for this thought-provoking conversation, please let Debbie Layman know. You may get your book through the county library system or order one online. We look forward to learning together!

Faith & Film, 2nd Mondays, 7:00 p.m. at The Sherwood Restaurant. See the Faith & Film page for more information.

Many other opportunities for spiritual enrichment and fellowship come along on nearly a weekly basis.  Be sure to read about upcoming opportunities in the current issue of Highlights as well as other activities listed on the News & Events page.