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This Sunday May 17
9:15 a.m. Youth Breakfast and Confirmation Service
11:00 a.m. Worship
12:00 p.m. Fellowship Lunch and Hygiene Kit Assembly

Looking Ahead
May 16 Eurovision Watch Party
June 7 Graduation Recognition
June 7-13 Montreat Youth Conference
June 22-24 Artrageous
July 14-17 Massanetta Springs Middle School Conference

Eurovision Final Watch Party, 2:45-7:00 p.m. Saturday, May 16
We had a blast last year- let’s do it again! Come gather in the youth room for a watch party complete with score cards and order in food as we cheer on our favorites.

Confirmation Sunday Celebrations and Youth Breakfast, Sunday, May 17
All youth are invited to share in the support of our Confirmands as they share in a breakfast and offer their faith statements to the Session. Come by 9:30 a.m. to the Gathering Place to grab some breakfast before we head to the sanctuary.

Photographers and Videographers Wanted!
Our Stewardship Committee is looking for volunteers who enjoy photography or videography (or just have a phone!) to help us capture the life and ministry of our church. With so many wonderful things happening (five events this Sunday alone!) we would love help documenting these moments so we can share the story of Highland’s ministry more fully. Interested in helping? Reach out to Courtney for details and guidance.

Quest for the Best: Pizza
Our summer tasting challenge is back and this year it’s all about pizza! In just a few weeks, we’ll begin sampling slices from around town. We’ll try a new place, rate what we taste, and keep our going until we crown an ultimate champion at summer’s end. Come hungry, bring a friend, and get ready from some deliciously competitive fun! 

Summer Trip Sign Ups

• Montreat Youth Conference June 7–13 – Current 8th through 12th grade in high school: A week where young people are affirmed in who they are and who God is calling them to be. It’s a week centered on worship, community, and honest faith where youth are reminded they are deeply loved, they belong, and their faith matters.
• Massanetta Middle School Conference July 14–17 – Current 5th through 8th grades: Join a life-giving week where hundreds of middle schoolers gather each summer. We’ll share gatherings designed just for middlers, including worship, games, workshops, and small groups led by high school Advocates.

Youth Breakfast – 9:30 Sunday Mornings
Youth love food! Help us wake up with a Sunday treat before Sunday School by providing a little motivation and fellowship in the mornings—Spring Slots Open! Sponsor A Breakfast

Moore School Food Pantry
There’s a great many ways to serve! Through our ministry alongside Temple Emanuel, we support the neighboring families at Moore Elementary School. As youth we have two big ways we can share:
*Clothes Closet: Children’s sized clothes are greatly appreciated- especially SMOD or uniforms!
*Volunteer in the Pantry: pick up groceries, pack bags, greet guests! Click the link here to see dates and shifts available.

Worship Leadership – Opportunities for All – Youth in worship leadership is a great joy! In addition to acolytes, we are adding a new practice to walking in the communion elements and the Bible as visual grounding for the act of worship. Additionally youth are encouraged to take a turn leading prayers and ushering. These are roles needed at every Sunday service so reach out to take a turn! Contact Hannah Duane or Courtney

Click here to learn more about Youth Ministry.

View Highland’s Church Youth Ministry Vision Statement here.