Welcome to Highview Highlights

Can you Imagine Holding a Tarantula?

2011-09-23T15:44:00.004-04:00

The Pawley's Reptile experience in KidsROCK on Sunday September 11th was a huge success. Over 20 children came. It was a great time. Thank you to all the Highviewers that supported this event by inviting children and by praying.

Celebrating God's Story for Joel and Louanne

2011-09-09T10:50:00.001-04:00

Last spring Joel Bennett accepted a position at Life Spring Community Church as the Director of their Launch 2.0 initiative. This will require that both Joel and Louanne give their full attention to ministering there.

We want to bless them in this new adventure, excited to watch how God continues to write their story. As part of that blessing, following the service on September 25th, we will have time of commissioning for Joel and Louanne.

A New Season of Small Groups!

2011-09-09T10:43:00.010-04:00

It’s time to start thinking about small groups again for the season. There were a few groups running last year that will start up again. There are also one or two new groups starting to take shape. We want all of you whether you were part of a group last year or not to have the chance to sign up.

Erin will be connecting with group leaders and providing opportunities for new members to sign up very soon. So at this time, we’re asking all small groups to postpone beginning a new curriculum until this happens. But this doesn’t mean that groups can’t start getting together. Just hold off on beginning a new curriculum or study.

Welcome Highview's New Intern: Erin Wildsmith

2011-09-09T10:37:00.010-04:00

Erin Wildsmith has began an internship at Highview. She is finishing her last year of the MDiv Program at McMaster Seminary. As a church we have been blessed to have her and her husband Dave with us! Erin will be embracing the role of Small Group Director. As the Small Group Director she will be co-ordinating the groups, and will be a resource and support to the group leaders.

Thanksgiving Service - Oct. 9th

2011-09-09T10:02:00.003-04:00

Many of us will be stuffing turkeys this Thanksgiving, and Highview is no exception! On Thanksgiving Sunday, Oct 9th join us for our Thanksgiving service at 10:30am. We’ll be coming together to worship God, give thanks, and be the hands and feet of Jesus.

For the last half of our time together we will be making it our goal to Stuff a Turkey with canned food by going door to door to collect non-perishable food items for people in need.

In preparation for this we’re having a Contest! Your challenge is to take a garbage can preferably on wheels and create a one of a kind turkey. You can submit your turkey as a family, group, or individual. The more turkeys we have to stuff the better. Creativity and fun are musts in this competition. We have some supplies set aside downstairs that you can use if you need them.

Bring your turkey with you on Sunday, Oct. 2nd and we’ll announce the winner.
What a great way for us as a church to have fun and show our appreciation to God and love for our community at Thanksgiving.

Women You're Invited - September 24th

2011-09-09T09:50:00.005-04:00

This dinner will be a pot-luck style, so please let Renee know what you'd like to bring. Please make sure to RSVP by September 20th at 519-745-4211 ext. 23 or reneepeers@buildingbiggerhearts.ca.

Reptiles are Coming to KidsRock September 11th!

2011-08-25T12:07:00.002-04:00

Live reptiles will be here to kick things off for KidsRock downstairs on Sunday, September 11th starting at 10:30am. These reptiles are courtesy of Pawley’s Reptiles. Please invite friends and neighbours who don't know God to be part of this exciting event! You can pick up flyers and forms in the foyer at Highview or email Ian Peers at ianpeers@buildingbiggerhearts.ca if you would like more info.

Check out the Garage Sale Drop-Off Times!

2011-08-19T11:05:00.006-04:00

The Garage Sale will be from 8am-2pm (RAIN or SHINE). Please invite your friends and neighbours to come check things out and support what God is doing among us. The garage sale is an opportunity for Asia Team Members to raise funds for their trip to do an ESL Daycamp next year and support our Hot Springs Family. Please contact Jen Connor at keepersmom@sympatico.ca if you would like to help the team with set-up, tear down etc.

You can drop off your items in the lower level of the church between September 12-17. The specific drop off times are as follows:

Monday: 9am - 4pm
Tuesday: 9am - 9pm
Wednesday: 9am - 9pm
Thursday: 9am - 9pm
Friday: 9am - 9pm

Thailand Update!

2011-08-19T10:51:00.009-04:00

To check out the Thailand update on the Regions Beyond blog please click here.

Taking CARE of Each Other Means...Providing Meals

2011-08-05T16:36:00.000-04:00

Part of life together as a congregation is taking care of each other in tangible ways. The first area we want to focus on is meals. Kristyn Hiemstra will be overseeing this area of the ministry. So if you would like to serve alongside of her or if you have a need please contact her at khiemstra@gmail.com.

2011-08-05T16:34:00.002-04:00

In case you weren’t aware Ruth Anne, Derek, Ian, and Renee have all returned from their summer holidays. Please note that there will be reduced office hours for the weeks of Aug. 14 and 28 as Paula will be on her holidays.

Hot Springs Garage Sale

2011-08-05T16:26:00.002-04:00

Please continue to collect your good used items for our Hot Springs Garage Sale coming up on Saturday, September 17 at the church. This is an opportunity for Asia team members to raise funds for their trip to do an ESL Daycamp next year. Please watch for drop off information and dates.

The 2011 Church Directories are Available!

2011-07-02T15:21:00.005-04:00

You can find your copy in your mailbox today. If you don’t have a mailbox please see our Administrative Assistant Paula Lee for one.

Summer Reading - Jesus: Safe, Tender, Extreme

2011-07-02T15:18:00.003-04:00

In preparation for our fall series Ruth Anne has asked that we add the book Jesus: Safe, Tender, Extreme by Adrian Plass to our summer reading list. You can pick one up in the foyer for $10.

Contact Elders While Ruth Anne is on Holidays

2011-06-16T12:18:00.006-04:00

Ruth Anne is on holidays until July 24th. Please contact an elder if you need anything while she is away.

Brian Ogilvie: June 20 - July 7
(519) 576-4313; brian@ogilvie.ca

Mark Bramer: July 9 - July 23
(519)748-5155; ambramer@rogers.com

Special Summer Services - July 24 & 31

2011-06-16T12:14:00.018-04:00

Highview Goes Camping - July 22-24

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ATTENTION HIGHVIEW CAMPERS

It's not too late to book a campsite! Come enjoy trails, swimming, canoeing, caving, and campfires at Rockwood Conservation Area with your friends.

July 22 - 24, 2011 – Friday arrival any time after 2:00 p.m. to Sunday at 12:00 noon at Rockwood Conservation Area (161 Fall Street, Rockwood, ON N0B 2K0)

Cost of the weekend will be $87.00 for two nights of camping/site – maximum of six people per site ($37/night plus $13 reservation fee; extra vehicle $12/day)

Group meals format:

- Friday night – snacks to share around the campfire

- Saturday breakfast, lunch and Sunday breakfast – bring your own food

- Saturday evening – group potluck

If you can’t come camping for the weekend, come for a day. Day passes are available

- children over five - $2.75

- over age 14 - $5.50

To book a site visit http://www.grcacamping.ca/en/map.cgi?&p=246&g=751

Select the Rockwood park tab and insert the dates of July 22- 24^th. To get the sites, click on the Cedar Valley section and choose a site in the lower loop between 177 and 192. Other sites are also available in the park. Sign up for summer fun now!

Notify Linda Paton if you have successfully booked a site or if you have run into registration difficulties.

Children & Student Ministries Update

2011-06-16T12:13:00.004-04:00

There is a new volunteer schedule coming out for KidsROCK. Please see lower level cork board for the schedule.

See Launch Student Ministries link for updates on Wonder Jam + stay tuned for 3 Awesome Summer events.

A BIG thanks goes out to all those who helped out in our Children and Student Ministries. I'm looking forward to our Fabulous Re-invention of KidsROCK for Children's Ministries and to EPICENTRE for the Student Ministries.

Two New Children to Sponsor at Hot Springs - Wirachai

2011-06-16T11:59:00.007-04:00

My name is Wirachai. I was born on March 15th, 2005. I attend Kindergarten (Level 2) and I am 6 years old. I am a member of the Karen tribe.

I am the youngest of two children.
I have an older brother.
My parents separated and my mother has been caring for us.

My mother is very poor and plants rice in our village in the mountains. She does this all herself. My father is no longer involved in our lives.

I am so glad to now have a new home and a new family and to be able to go to school and learn about God.

Would you like to sponsor Wirachai? Please email Jen Connor at keepersmom@sympatico.ca.

Your monthly sponsorship of $60.00 helps to provide: food, housing, clothes, schooling, school supplies, medical expenses, etc.

In addition, at least twice a year you have the opportunity to send care packets to your child, exchange letters, and receive updates and photos from our church members who travel to Hot Springs, Thailand.

Two New Children to Sponsor at Hot Springs - Rompo

2011-06-16T11:50:00.013-04:00

My name is Rompo and I was born on November 6th, 2002. I am 9 years old and attend 3rd grade. My tribal background is Karen.

I am the second of three children.
I have one older brother and one younger brother.

In my village there is no school, and my parents are very, very poor. But they want me to have an education.

And most importantly, I now have the opportunity to know God.

My parents are not yet Christians but are learning about God.

Are you interested in sponsoring Rompo for $60.00/month? Please email Jen Connor at keepersmom@sympatico.ca

Hot Springs Garage Sale

2011-06-09T16:20:00.003-04:00

Saturday, September 17 @ Highview

This is an opportunity for Asia Team Members to raise funds for their trip to do an ESL Day Camp next year. All "general proceeds" will go to the ESL Day Camp project for March and July 2012.

Please begin collecting your gently used items and watch for drop off information and dates.

With Sympathy

2011-06-09T16:17:00.001-04:00

We wish to extend our love and sympathy to Karen and Russ Adourian and family on the loss of Ross's mother on Friday, June 3rd, 2012.

Ruth Anne is Going on Holidays!

2011-06-09T15:59:00.002-04:00

Ruth Anne will be away from June 20 to July 24. Please pray that she will come back from her time at the cottage refreshed. Our elders and staff will be available to serve our congregation during her time away. Please stay posted for details.

Imago Art in the City

2011-06-09T15:46:00.005-04:00

The Canadian Faith and Art Series

Wednesday, June 15 @ 7:30pm

Free & Open to the Public

For more info. please visit www.imago-arts.on.ca

Anniversary Sunday - June 5th

2011-06-02T12:40:00.002-04:00

2011-06-02T10:56:00.014-04:00

Love KW - Food Drive
Tomorrow: Friday, June 3

1) Arrive at Highview between 5pm & 6pm and meet up with Ian and Renee downstairs.

2) If you can bring a vehicle, empty out your trunk so you can collect donated food. If possible, create your own team to go in your vehicle so someone can drive, and others can go door to door.

3) No vehicle - no problem. Renee can match you up with a team and you can still go out on a route.

4) Don't feel up to walking - don't feel left out. We have lots of jobs back at Highview Home Base to help get this food sorted, boxed and weighed.

5) Please bring as many boxes, cloth and plastic bags as possible. If you need your cloth bags back, be sure to label them.

6) We also need to borrow your bathroom scales. Ian will need them Friday night and the big day on Saturday where the freight truck is going to be filled.

7) If you have a wagon, please bring it along to help unload food from cars and bringing them inside.

8) Don't forget to wear your Love KW T-Shirts!

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Fill A Freight Truck
Junior & Senior Students
Saturday, June 4th

Churches and youth groups in the Waterloo Region and Wellington Country have
been collecting food for the hungry in our cities. We want to use this food
to Fill A Freight Truck!

This project is part of Epicentre which is a larger initiative to transform
the cities of Cambridge, Kitchener, Waterloo, and Guelph for Jesus Christ.

Where/When:
. Saturday, June 4th, 2011
. Arrive just before 11am. The Freight Truck will arrive at 11am at
Community Christian Reformed Church (CCRC) on 1275 Bleams Road. The
Kitchener rally will only be an hour.

Next stop is Riverside Park in Guelph. Students will leave from the
CCRC church and head to Guelph Riverside Park at 709 Woolwich Street Guelph
Ontario. Students will spend time at the park until the concert. (Rides are
taken care of for this. the students will carpool with the leaders).

Concert Starts & Ends: The concert is at the Riverside Park. It
starts at 5pm and should end around 8:30-9pm.

Ride Coordination: Parents are free to pick up at the Riverside Park
or arrange something different with those who are driving vehicles. Everyone
is asked to coordinate their ride home with those driving vehicles - James,
Cam, Heidi, and Megan.

Transportation: Students will need to have rides to the CCRC church and get
picked up at the pick up location.

Cost: $5.00 for the Event. The $5 will help pay for the cost of the concert,
their t-shirt, and food at the event. Please also bring $1 or $2 to
contribute to gas money! Bring extra pocket money just in case.

What To Bring: A bagged lunch (All food items are to be peanut free). Extra
pocket money (in addition to the $5 and $2). Sunscreen. Extra clothes (if it
rains, we're still hanging at the park!) Things for the park
(balls/Frisbee/hackey sack). Blankets to sit on. Bottles of water. Smiles.
Your Groove.

Contact Information: Please contact Heidi Bramer at the number 226-789-5155
if you have any questions on the day.

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SOUL CRAVINGS RESOURCES

Still interested in exploring the cravings of the human soul? Check out the free resources available in the foyer: Soul Cravings - The Prequel and the icravechange.com business cards. Both are excellent in explaining our drive for God, no matter where we're at on our spiritual journey.

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HOT SPRINGS Orphan Home
Two More Kids to Love

If you've been looking for an opportunity to make a real and lasting difference in the life of a child, this is it. Two new children have arrived at Hot Springs Orphan Home in Thailand. For $60.00 per month per child, you can help to house, feed, clothe and educate a child who would otherwise be a victim of poverty. Pictures and bios are expected soon. Please contact Jen Connor at keepersmom@sympatico.ca to find out more.

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Friday, June 3rd

5pm-10pm

(Please arrive at Highview between 5-6pm to get a map of your route)

In partnership with Epicentre's "Fill a Freight Truck" we will be collecting canned goods from our community to support our local food bank.

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2011-05-11T10:58:00.020-04:00

Canned Food Collection

Friday, June 3rd

5pm-10pm

(Please arrive between 5pm and 6pm to get a map of your route)

For our LOVE KW project this year Highview will be collecting canned food from our community on Friday, June 3rd from 5-10pm. This project is in partnership with Epicentre's Transitions "Fill a Freight Truck" project.

On Saturday, June 4th at 11am the food we collect will be brought to Community Christian Reformed Church in Kitchener as students across the region gather to literally "fill a freight truck". All the food collected will be given to the Food Bank in our own region.

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Welcome Back Renee!

We are happy to have Renee Peers back from her Maternity Leave. Before going on leave, Renee was the Student Ministries Director here at Highview. But in order to meet the current needs of Highview and allow Renee to continue to use her gifts to servce, she has embraced a new role as Congregational Life Director.

In various ways, Renee will be looking at creating better pathways for people to connect with God and with one another.

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HOT SPRINGS
Sponsor Appreciation Luncheon
Sunday, May 29th @ Highview

News, Pictures, Stories, Updates

But mostly, we just want to say THANKS!

The invitation is open to anyone interested in what God is doing with our Thai family at Hot Springs. Sponsors, please be sure to get your free lunch ticket from Jen Connor.

R.S.V.P. jen@keepersmom@sympatico.ca

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Highlights for Week of May 1st, 2011

2011-04-29T09:51:00.009-04:00

THANK YOU HOT SPRINGS SPONSORS!!!

A special appreciation luncheon
is being prepared in your honour.

Sunday, May 29, 2011
At Highview Community Church
12:30 to 2:00 p.m.

News. Pictures. Stories. Updates.
But mostly, we just want to say THANKS!

The invitation is open to anyone interested in what God is doing with our Thai family at Hot Springs.
Sponsors, please be sure to get your
free lunch ticket from Jen Connor.

R.S.V.P Jen @ keepersmom@sympatico.ca

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ATTENTION HIGHVIEW CAMPERS

Come enjoy trails, swimming, canoeing, caving, and campfires at Rockwood Conservation Area with your friends!

July 22 - 24, 2011 – Friday arrival any time after 2:00 p.m. to Sunday at 12:00 noon at Rockwood Conservation Area (161 Fall Street, Rockwood, ON N0B 2K0)

Cost of the weekend will be $87.00 for two nights of camping/site – maximum of six people per site ($37/night plus $13 reservation fee; extra vehicle $12/day)

Group meals format:

- Friday night – snacks to share around the campfire

- Saturday breakfast, lunch and Sunday breakfast – bring your own food

- Saturday evening – group potluck

If you can’t come camping for the weekend, come for a day. Day passes are available

- children over five - $2.75

- over age 14 - $5.50

To book a site visit http://www.grcacamping.ca/en/map.cgi?&p=246&g=751

Notify Linda Paton if you have successfully booked a site or if you have run into registration difficulties.

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Take Home A Box This Sunday

May 1st we are asking every family at Highview to take home a box and fill it with cans. Bring the filled box back Sunday, May 8 for a fun event that will be part of our interactive, intergenerational Mother's Day Service - It's Not Easy Being the World's Future. The cans will be part of the FILL A FREIGHT TRUCK event on June 4 - Highview's Love KW project this year, linked to the youth initiative Epicentre. All of it ends up at the Food Bank to help feed hungry people right here in our own region. THANKS!

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2011-04-15T09:55:00.004-04:00

In The Name of Love
The Easter Story told through the music of U2.
Thursday April 21st @ 7:30pm
Friday April 22nd @ 7:30pm
FREE admission
Highview Community Church
295 Highview Drive. Kitchener

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Come experience Jesus' Journey in the days leading up to His crucifixion and resurrection.

Thursday April 21st: 1pm - 7pm
Friday April 22nd: 9am - 7pm.

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We Need Your Help!!!

In order to provide the amazing interactive worship experience of Holy Journeys again this year, we need volunteers to help set up the stations of the cross.

If you can help out with set/up, tear down or both, please sign up on the Community Board next to the coffee machine.

Set up times: April 17th: 2pm-4pm
April 18th: 7pm - 10pm
April 19th: 10am - 2pm & 7pm - 10pm

Tear down: April 22nd: 8:30pm - 10pm Thank you!

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2011-04-08T12:11:00.004-04:00

ATTENTION HIGHVIEW CAMPERS

Come enjoy trails, swimming, canoeing, caving, and campfires at Rockwood Conservation Area with your friends!

July 22 - 24, 2011 – Friday arrival any time after 2:00 p.m. to Sunday at 12:00 noon at Rockwood Conservation Area (161 Fall Street, Rockwood, ON N0B 2K0)

Cost of the weekend will be $87.00 for two nights of camping/site – maximum of six people per site ($37/night plus $13 reservation fee; extra vehicle $12/day)

Group meals format:

- Friday night – snacks to share around the campfire

- Saturday breakfast, lunch and Sunday breakfast – bring your own food

- Saturday evening – group potluck

If you can’t come camping for the weekend, come for a day. Day passes are available

- children over five - $2.75

- over age 14 - $5.50

To book a site visit http://www.grcacamping.ca/en/map.cgi?&p=246&g=751

Notify Linda Paton if you have successfully booked a site or if you have run into registration difficulties.

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Are You Interested in Going to WONDERFUL?

A group of Highviews is heading to Toronto on Friday April 29th to see Shannon Blake's original play. Contact Ruth Anne Breithaupt for more details: 519 745 4211 ext 26.

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2011-04-01T13:23:00.006-04:00

KORP KOON, KA!

It's hard to find the right words, in Thai OR in English, to properly express my deep thanks for all who supported my time away in Thailand last month. God used this visit to encourage me in deep, deep places of my soul, mostly through the clear evidence of His loving and significant participation in the lives of our kids. Hot Springs is doing SO WELL! Sponsors - Thank you! The impact you are making is incalculable. Suradet and Yupa are strong, loving, creative and industrious parents, making a life of peace and stability for these children. We are well invested by partnering with them in this joyful responsibility. You will hear more in coming weeks of the vision Suradet and I both have to expand and add more kids to the Hot Springs family. I want to thank the Staff, Front Line Leaders, Elders and all the volunteers who so beautifully carried on the important kingdom work God has for us here at Highview while I was gone...not a surprise given the quality of people who love and serve at Highview. Thanks....Ruth Anne

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EASTER

In The Name of Love
The Easter Story told through the music of U2.
Thursday April 21st @ 7:30pm
Friday April 22nd @ 7:30pm
FREE admission
Highview Community Church
295 Highview Drive. Kitchener
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by Shannon Blake

April 29 – May 21

Sanctuary – Toronto

Doors open at 7:30pm, show @ 8pm.

Tickets are $15 at the door,

$12 in advance with group rates available.

For tickets call Lyf @ 416-922-0628 x.215

http://thebenchtheatre.com

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Highview Camping Weekend

2011-03-25T14:04:00.003-04:00

ATTENTION HIGHVIEW CAMPERS

Come enjoy trails, swimming, canoeing, caving, and campfires at Rockwood Conservation Area with your friends!

July 22 - 24, 2011 – Friday arrival any time after 2:00 p.m. to Sunday at 12:00 noon at Rockwood Conservation Area (161 Fall Street, Rockwood, ON N0B 2K0)

Cost of the weekend will be $87.00 for two nights of camping/site – maximum of six people per site ($37/night plus $13 reservation fee; extra vehicle $12/day)

Group meals format:

- Friday night – snacks to share around the campfire

- Saturday breakfast, lunch and Sunday breakfast – bring your own food

- Saturday evening – group potluck

If you can’t come camping for the weekend, come for a day. Day passes are available

- children over five - $2.75

- over age 14 - $5.50

To book a site visit http://www.grcacamping.ca/en/map.cgi?&p=246&g=751

Notify Linda Paton if you have successfully booked a site or if you have run into registration difficulties.

For other Highview Highlights, click here.

Highlights for Week of March 20th

2011-03-11T15:31:00.004-05:00

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Directions from Kitchener:

401 W to Cedar Creek Rd exit
Right onto Cedar Creek Rd
Right onto Dumfries Rd
Left onto Greenfield Rd
First farm on right after Taylor Ct.

LOOK FOR BALLOONS ON THE FARM SIGN!

Tickets can be purchased from the following people:

Shane Wiley, Miranda Wiley, Bethany Fahnestock, Jessica Wiley, Jasmine Courtnage, Erica Jones, Matthew Lockhart, Scott Matthews, Nathan Lambert, Matt Eckhardt, Cheyenne Geense, John Hamill, Kim Bauer, Andrew Martin, and Taryn Wiley

Email - Andrew Martin: pinkflyingmonkey@hotmail.com

Taryn Wiley: taryn_shea@hotmail.com

March 6, 2011

2011-03-04T14:35:00.004-05:00

Be sure to say Bon Voyage to
Ruth Anne. This is her last Sunday with us before she heads out for three weeks to visit our friends in Thailand.

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A Play by Shannon Blake

April 29 – May 21

Sanctuary – Toronto

Doors open at 7:30pm, show @ 8pm.

Tickets are $15 at the door,

$12 in advance with group rates available.

For tickets call Lyf @ 416-922-0628 x.215

http://thebenchtheatre.com

February 20, 2011

2011-02-18T14:40:00.006-05:00

Our Guest Speaker this Sunday, February 20th will be Dr. Gord Oeste.

CONNECTing after ReGroup

Thank you to everyone who participated in our ReGroup experience this past January. It was exciting to see so many Highviewers eager to spend these four weeks together, recapturing the heart of what it means to live in community and connect in small groups again.

Now that ReGroup is done, we want you to know that the small group experience is continuing at Highview, and that you are invited! From now until May or June of 2011, four groups will be meeting together throughout the week. Every one of them has opened their doors and left a chair empty for you.

Please feel free to contact any one of the Leaders to ask about how you might CONNECT with them and the people who are gathering in community on those evenings. There are sign up sheets posted on the Community Board upstairs.

If you have any other questions about how to CONNECT at Highview, please do not hesitate to contact Pastor Ruth Anne at rabreithaupt@buildingbiggerhearts.ca or 519-745-4211 ex 22.

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Check your mailboxes TODAY for an important Property Expansion update from your Elders.

Don't have a mailbox???

Want one???

Talk to Paula TODAY!

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Join Ruth Anne as she casts the vision for Love KW 2011!

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Bundle up!
Join and/or support Cam Ogilvie on February 26th in the Coldest Night of the Year, a 10 km fundraising walk in support of the hungry, homeless and hurting.

By walking and collecting pledges together, they will explore the chill and challenges of living on the streets in winter, while raising much-needed money for our charitable partners who serve and engage the homeless communities so well.

In Waterloo: Ray of Hope

Contact Cam : mac1_883@hotmail.com

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2011-02-11T14:32:00.003-05:00

St. Agatha Lions 1st Annual Wine, Beer, Spirits & Food Tasting Charity Event
(In Support of Joe Hergott)

Sat. Feb. 12, 7pm - 11pm : St. Agatha’s Community Centre
Tickets $40/ person $240 / table of 8
Elvis entertainer (from Las Vegas)
Contributions from Angie's Kitchen, Kennedy's,

Blue Moon, Wineries plus many more.

Proceeds to help support our very own Joe Hergott’s liberation treatment for M.S.

(In New York)

A Play by Shannon Blake

April 29 – May 21

Sanctuary – Toronto

Doors open at 7:30pm, show @ 8pm.

Tickets are $15 at the door,

$12 in advance with group rates available.

For tickets call Lyf @ 416-922-0628 x.215

http://thebenchtheatre.com

See more Highview Highlights by clicking here.

Highlights for Week of February 6

2011-02-04T14:22:00.007-05:00

WHAT HAPPENS WHEN IT LOOKS LIKE GOD HAS LEFT THE BUILDING?
A four week journey through the Old Testament book of Daniel.
Learning a resilient faith in dangerous times.
For dates and topics check out Services at Highview.

For more on Waterloo Region Worships, check it out on line!

For more information about how you can be involved in warming things up for he homeless in KW check out The Coldest Night of the Year online.

FAMILY CHAT
Tuesday, February 8, 2011 from 7:30 to 9:00 p.m.
A complete report on all Projects of the FIVE YEAR PLAN.
Elders Team 2011 commissioning.
2011 Budget presented and approved by members.
Free Coffee!

Greetings Greeters!
Are you interested in getting involved in a new ministry?
We are looking for Sunday Morning Greeters. A great way to meet new people, and contribute to make our Sunday mornings pleasant for everyone.
Talk to Mark Bramer if you are interested @ ambramer@rogers.com.

RUTH ANNE IS HEADED BACK TO THAILAND
Check it out at the Highview To Thailand Blog site.

More exciting Highlights here. And here.

Highlights for Week of Jan 30

2011-01-23T08:20:00.008-05:00

St. Agatha Lions 1st Annual Wine, Beer, Spirits & Food Tasting Charity Event
(In Support of Joe Hergott)

Saturday Feburary 12, 7pm - 11pm
St. Agatha’s Community Centre
Tickets $40/ person $240 / table of 8
Elvis entertainer (from Las Vegas)
Contributions from Angie's Kitchen, Kennedy's, Blue Moon, Wineries plus many more.

Proceeds to help support our very own Joe Hergott’s liberation treatment for M.S. (In New York)

In Memory:

Renee Peers' step-father (Stan Mongeon) passed away on Tuesday, January 25th after a courageous battle with cancer. Renee & Ian were able to spend time by his side during his final few days.

Thank you to everyone who has prayed and offered helpful and tangible support.

Please pray for strength, peace, and comfort for her mother and the family who loved him dearly.

Greetings Greeters!

Are you interested in getting involved in a new ministry?
We are looking for Sunday Morning Greeters. A great way to meet new people, and contribute to make our Sunday mornings pleasant for everyone.
Talk to Mark Bramer if you are interested @ ambramer@rogers.com.

Ruth Anne is Headed Back to Thailand!
Check out her blog entry at http://www.highviewtothailand.blogspot.com/

Mark this Date on Your Calendar!!!

February 8th – 7:30pm

FAMILY CHAT
An opportunity for updates
on our “Under Construction” projects.

February 26th - 7:30pm.
Waterloo Pentecostal Assembly
A great opportunity to worship and pray with many churches in the Waterloo Region.

Check out their website for more information:

http://connect.westheights.org/2011/01/13/waterloo-region-worships-event/

Highlights For Week of Jan 16

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Mark This Date On Your Calendar:

Tuesday February 8th - 7:30pm

FAMILY CHAT

An opportunity for updates on our "Under Construction" projects.

February 26th - 7:30pm.
Waterloo Pentecostal Assembly
A Great opportunity to worship and
pray with many churches in the Waterloo Region.

Check out their website for more information.
A Love KW Event.

Happy New Year!

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ReGroup begins this week!
Get ready for a 4 week opportunity to connect in small groups of 6 to 12. If you haven't already done so, check out the Community Board for Small Group information, and contact one of the Group Leaders TODAY!

Eat to Give
Do you eat? Do you want to support Highview Community Church? Check out Community Charity Services Eat To Give program today, and find out how you can support Highview by just doing your normal everyday shopping. Confused or need more info? Talk to Brian Ogilive today!

Highlights for Week of Dec 19, 2010

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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

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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

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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!!!

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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

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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.

Check Out Highview Community Church on FACEBOOK

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Make us your "Friend" today for all the latest and greatest news!

No Service At Highview - Sunday May 23, 2010

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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

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Love KW T Shirts available this Sunday

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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.

Oops

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OK,

My links don't seem to be working.

Here's the website.

http://www.scottrigsby.com/

Keep On Running

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Hey Highviewers,

Want to know more about Scott Rigsby?

Go to

Have a Happy Valentines & Family Day!!!

Wow - Highview is Blogging!

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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.