Highlights for Week of Dec 19, 2010

Highview Over the Holidays

• Thursday Dec 23rd - Let It Be Christmas: 7pm
• Friday Dec 24th - Let It Be Christmas: 7pm
• Saturday Dec 25th - No Service
• Sunday Dec 26th - No Service
• Sunday Jan 2nd - Family Potluck:10:30am
• Sunday Jan 9th - Regular Services Resume:10:30am
  

Check our the Children's Ministries blog this week, and post a comment to share some of the ways you celebrate Christmas.

CONNECTing at Highview in January

Sundays are not enough. For meaningful connection to happen along the road to spiritual formation, an hour or so together on a Sunday morning, just won't cut it. That's why we are providing everyone at Highview with a four-week opportunity to connect in small groups of 6 to 12. We'll be learning together from a fun and effective tool called REGROUP, that uses DVD vignettes, table talk discussion, and small group interaction to form our understandings and expectations of community life and spiritual growth.

Begins: Week of January 9.

Sign up on the Community Board TODAY!!!

Elders' Team 2011

Thank you to all who submitted names for consideration in our Elders' Review and Selection Process 2011. According to our prescribed process, we are carefully considering all names, and the needs of Highview for the next calendar year. Please be praying as God's guidance moves us forward to the formation of the Elders' Team 2011.




Cam Ogilvie - In the Philippines from November 11 to December 13

As part of his Expedition program through Emmanuel Bible College, our very own Cam Ogilvie will be serving in and around the city of Manila, engaging with the abject poverty of that region. Watch for posted updates on the bulletin board by the coffee machine. Keep praying for Cam and all that God will do in and through him because of his time in regions beyond.



2011 Telephone Directory

Hey Highviewer’s – it’s time to update our telephone directory. If your information has changed from last year, or if you’re new to Highview and would like to be added, please complete a directory information sheet and hand it in to mailbox # 60 (or directly to Paula Lee).



Did You Miss the Family Chat?!
Boy - do we have some exciting news. Want to know a way to raise extra funds for the church? It won't cost you anything, and all you have to do is...EAT!

That's right. You can raise money for Highview Community Church simply by spending your normal grocery bills. Go to Community Charity Services and watch the video to find out more. Then, get signed up and identify "Highview Community Church" as your chosen charity.

Questions - talk to Brian Ogilivie: he's the guy in the know.

Highlights - Oct 17th

Bakers - We Need You!

Do you like to bake? Want to help a great cause?
We need baked goods for our now-annual Christmas Bazaar benefiting Hot Springs Orphanage in Chiang Mai Thailand, taking place Saturday November 20th. If you are able to prepare some ready-to-sell tasty treats, talk to Paula Lee or Jennifer Conner today!


Did You Miss the Family Chat?!
Boy - do we have some exciting news. Want to know a way to raise extra funds for the church? It won't cost you anything, and all you have to do is...EAT!

That's right. You can raise money for Highview Community Church simply by spending your normal grocery bills. Go to Community Charity Services and watch the video to find out more. Then, get signed up and identify "Highview Community Church" as your chosen charity.

Questions - talk to Brian Ogilivie: he's the guy in the know.



2011 Telephone Directory

Hey Highviewer’s – it’s time to update our telephone directory. If your information has changed from last year, or if you’re new to Highview and would like to be added, please complete a directory information sheet and hand it in to mailbox # 60 (or directly to Paula Lee).



A New Focus Group

Looking for a chance to refocus on Sunday's message? We're going to look closely at what we heard on Sunday to sharpen our focus, build each other up and have fun together.

Join us Tuesday's at 7:15-8:45pm at Martin & Lillian Weatherall's 620-A Settlersfield Court starting Oct.19 - Dec.7.

E-mail or call Linda for more details @ lindapaton@rogers.com; 519-576-8498

Focus on Growth - Spiritual Transformation Survey

Don't forget - your survey is due October 17th. Need a copy? Get one from the foyer or talk to Paula Lee.

Prayer Request

Prayer request for Mr and Mrs. John Rendle, cousins to Brenda Faulkner. John has melanoma which has spread to his brain. His wife has breast cancer and is recovering from a mastectomy. Please be praying for them both.

"For the eyes of the Lord are on the righteous and his ears are attentive to their prayer." 1 Peter 3:12

FAMILY CHAT
Tuesday October 5th - 7:00pm NOTE NEW TIME

7:00pm - 7:30 pm
Report From Steve Brnjas from CoSA

7:30pm
Worship Time and rest of the meeting.

FOCUS ON GROWTH Spiritual Transformation Survey

Please help us know how we're growing as a church by giving us insight into your personal spiritual transformation. Survey forms are available in the foyer or by contacting Highview's office at highview@buildingbiggerhearts.ca. We'd like to collect these before October 17 so the information gathered can be part of our discussion at the Elders and Staff Retreat. Please put your completed for in the box provided.


Congratulations Starr and Matt on your engagement! Blessings on all your plans as you move forward in your life together.




A LETTER FROM OUR PASTOR

Watch for your letter via email, dated September 26, 2010, from Ruth Anne for more important info about Highview this fall!

A WELCOME HARVEST



Welcome to the newest member of the Breithaupt Family!!!

Meet: Harvest Nelson Louis Breithaupt Stallard.
Grandson to Ruth Anne and Ken Breithaupt.
Nephew to Kristyn, and cousin to Abby and Zachary.

Congratulations to proud Mom and Dad - Lauren Stallard and David Breithaupt.


Thanks for checking us out online!

Be sure to scroll down below, or click on "older posts" to see all the news here at Highview!!!

Congratulations Courtney and Andre!!!

Congratulations to Courtney Good and Andre Vera on their engagement.

Much love and many blessings from the entire Highview Family!

Highlights for Week of Sept 12

The Dessert and Book Club is starting up again this fall!

This season we will be reading "A Million Miles in a Thousand Years" by Donald Miller. Miller challenges the reader to "edit their life story from a boring reality into a meaningful narrative".

Our roll-out will be on Thursday Sept. 17 from 7:30-9:00 pm at Glen and Anne Good's, 86 Laschinger Blvd., New Hamburg. Dessert and coffee or tea are a highlight of each meeting!

Please let Mark or Anne Bramer or Glen or Anne Good know if you can attend. Books will be available for purchase Sept. 17th.



Higher Grounds Cafe Survey

Be sure to check your mailboxes this week for an important survey about our fabulous cafe. The Hospitality Team needs this information in order to continue to serve the congregation on Sunday mornings with excellence.

Please return your survey's to Lillian, or mailbox # 50.

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No Service At Highview - Sunday May 23, 2010

Don’t forget!!! There will be no service this upcoming Sunday at Highview Community Church. Instead, we will be meeting at Waterloo Pentecostal Assembly (395 King Street North, Waterloo)
to partner with their Emergency Services Appreciation Event.

Spring Clean Up - May 15th : 9am - 4pm

Love KW T Shirts available this Sunday

Get you’re NEW & IMPROVED Love KW T-Shirts

The new T-Shirts feature a smaller logo on front, with a large logo across the back, and are $12.00 each. The old style T-Shirts with the large logo across the front are still available for $7.00. See Paula at the back of the auditorium after the service this Sunday!

Prayer and Fasting

On the first Thursday of every month from 12 to 1 pm, we share a time of prayer and fasting here at the church. Our next time together is
Thursday, May 6th 2010. Everyone is welcome. If you'd like us to pray for you, please email us your prayer request : highview@buildingbiggerhearts.ca

Highlights for Week of April 18th

Highview Goes Camping - Something New
In an unexpected turn of events, NO campsites; group or individual, were available the Aug. Civic Weekend at Bruce Peninsula National Park this summer. This despite our regular timing and process of reserving sites.
We know this represents a BIG change for many who have held a long tradition of camping together at this particular spot. HOWEVER, the hearty camper spirit at Highview and our desire for a relaxed time of community together over the weekend will prevail! We are now looking for an alternative spot and/or venue, and welcome your suggestions. Please contact George at georgegabber@rogers.com with suggestions and questions, and stay tuned for more on how our Long Weekend in Aug. will unfold.

Family Chat – Tuesday April 27: 7:30pm
Property Expansion Update.
Moving strongly into a possible and necessary future.

Divine Conference 2010
June 4th and 5th – Koinonia Church
This conference exists to help women from every background, age and season of life to know that they are valued and precious – lovingly created by God with great potential. Rates before April 26 are $30 for students,
solo moms and seniors, $45 for others, and financial assistance is available for those who need it.
Talk to Karen Bowman today if you are interested.
www.divineconference.com

In the Name of Love - Help Needed

Our Creative Environments team is looking for volunteers to help with the tear-down of the ‘Holy Journeys’ set on Good Friday (Friday April 2nd @ 8:30pm for approx 1 hour). A sign up sheet is posted on the Community Connections Board. - Thank you.


Posters and Flyers Available
Help promote our amazing Easter Production. Take some flyers and posters to distribute in your neighbourhood, your place or work, your school, etc.

Opportunities To Go Deeper

On Feb 7th we were led in an exercise of personal reflection. With a brick symbolizing something precious to us, we released them with ‘Ruthless Trust,’ over to God. On Feb 21st we performed a 1 point personal sermon, picking 1 of 14 Grace Practices listed on a gold medal representing the ideal of ‘Going for the Gold.’

Did you miss one of these Sundays?

Were you here and would like to continue on this journey of self-discovery?

Pick up a packet at the back of the sanctuary with a copy of the sermon you can use at home.

Change in Times for Saturday March 6th

Please note the change in visitation and funeral times on Saturday March 6th for Arthur King.

The visitation will begin at 9am, with the funeral proceeding at 10am.

Thank you.

Arthur Fred King

KING, Arthur Fred - Passed away gently, surrounded by his loving family on Saturday, February 27, 2010 at The Westmount Long Term Care Residence at the age of 83. Beloved husband of Ruth, loving father of Ruth Anne (Ken), Lois and Gwen (Tom), cherished grandfather of Dan, Ben (Valerie), Levi, Kristyn (Mark), David (Lauren) and William, much loved great-grandfather of Abby and Zachary and dear brother-in-law of Ted Barnes. Predeceased by his parents James and Nellie (nee Rice) King and his sisters Gwen King and Grace Barnes. Throughout his life, Arthur was a member of the Riverdale United Church in Toronto, the Brimley Road Alliance Church in Scarborough, the First Alliance Church in Scarborough, the Canadian Radio Relay League and the Boys Brigade of Canada. He worked for Lincoln Electric LLP for his entire career as a loyal and dedicated employee. Relatives and friends will be received at the Westmount Funeral Chapel, 1001 Ottawa St. S. (at Westmount Rd.), Kitchener on Thursday, March 4, 2010 from 6 until 8 p.m. Visitation will continue on Saturday, March 6, 2010 from 10 until 11 a.m. at the First Alliance Church, 3250 Finch Ave. E., Scarborough with the Funeral Service to follow at 11 a.m. Arthur will be laid to rest at Resthaven Memorial Gardens, Scarborough. The family wishes to express deep gratitude to the staff at The Westmount Long Term Care Residence and to personal care companion Omesh Persaud for their excellent care and loving support for Art. As expressions of sympathy, donations to HCJB Global, the First Alliance Church Building Fund or the Heart & Stroke Foundation would be appreciated by the family and may be arranged by contacting the funeral home at 519-743-8900.

Highlights for Week of Feb 28th

Opportunities to Go Deeper
On Feb 7th we were led in an exercise of personal reflection. With a brick symbolizing something precious to us, we released them with ‘Ruthless Trust,’ over to God. On Feb 21st we performed a 1point personal sermon, picking 1of 14 Grace Practices listed on a gold medal representing the ideal of ‘Going for the Gold.’ Did you miss one of these Sundays? Were you here and would like to continue on this journey of self-discovery? Pick up a packet with a copy of the sermon you can use at home.


Courtney Goes to Panama - Version 3.0!
Check out your mailboxes downstairs for a letter from our very own Courtney Good, as she prepares for a third summer in Panama, serving with Campus for Christ. This year, Courtney will be heading to Panama as an intern. Along with added responsibilities, this will extend her trip to seven weeks. Please be sure to read her letter to find out how you can be supporting Courtney on this challenging mission as she continues to serve God and the people of Panama through her work.

A letter of thanks from Norma

Dear Highview Family
Just wanted to take this time and tell you all a great big THANK YOU, for all your prayers, support and your hugs during my recovery from surgery. I could just tell that I had many people praying and supporting me.
All through the tests and surgery, I was calm and relaxed.
I know I was in God’s Hands, and He is always in control.
Thank you for all the Get Well/Recovery cards. It was greatly appreciated.
God Bless you all – Norma Metzger.

Please be praying

We have a number of Highview Connections that are needing some prayer right now.
Please be praying for:

For Luke Ranger and his family, as Luke recovers from major abdominal surgery, in hospital in Hamilton. Pray for strong healing, comfort for pain, Catherine and kids as they cope without Dad and travel to and from.

For the family of Ritchie Nichols who passed away suddenly at age 43, leaving behind his wife Michelle, and their 2 daughters ages 2 & 4. Dear friends of John, Pauline and Jay McAughey.

For Glen Shantz, father of Beth Driver, who underwent major heart surgery last week.

For the family of Duang, Asia's Hope staff member at DoiSaket 1 Orphan Home (close to Hot Springs) who was killed in a moto accident last Sunday. His wife Lew, and daughter Kelepaw were seriously injured and are still in hospital. Duang and Lew would be colleagues of Suradet and Yupa who serve at Hot Springs. For updates see more information, please go to http://breadandhoneyrab.blogspot.com/

For relief efforts in Haiti and the ongoing impact of the earthquake on so many. Pray for our friends in Sapote, and also for Giordani and family who now have a household that numbers 19, representative of the new reality for the whole country.

Thank you.

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Wow - Highview is Blogging!

Hello Happy Highviewers!

Welcome to the new, improved, ONLINE - Highview Highlights. The purpose of this blog is to provide a simplified means of communicating important information about what is going on at Highview Community Church.

Now...this is my (Paula's) first time blogging, so I welcome your feedback? Do you like the layout of this page? Can you find all the information you need? Is there something you'd like to see on this page?

Let me know! You can leave a comment, or email me at

Thanks so much! See you Sundays.