In Paul’s letter to the church in Philippi, we are faced with a strange tension. Philippians is likely the last of Paul’s letters in the Bible. He is awaiting his execution in a Roman prison and yet it is his most joyful letter that we have on record.
Paul is not naïve about his situation. He knows he is likely to die in the near future, and yet he reminds his readers that he has choices about how to focus his mind, heart, and soul on the things of faith that bring connection to God and one another. Paul’s letter reminds us that our hope is never in our worldly circumstances but rather in the call and promise of God.
Join on Sundays at 8:15, 9:30 and 11 am as we journey through this 13-week series as we discover how to live as people who have ongoing joy as described in the Book of Philippians.
Plan your visit at hppres.org/sundays.
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One hundred years ago, women and men of faith planted Highland Park Presbyterian Church. As we enter into 2026, we continue to direct our hearts towards the master and perfecter of our faith, Jesus Christ.
We invite you to join us this year as we celebrate 100 years of God’s faithfulness yesterday, today, and tomorrow.
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Before there were stone walls or stained glass, there was Sunday School. On May 2, 1926, weeks before the church was even formally organized, the machinery was put into motion at the Highland Park Community House. What started with 250 members grew so rapidly that by 1932, the church had to erect temporary buildings to house the overflow of students.
These attendance bars were earned by George W. McDaniel and represent the early spirit of dedication. Each bar marks a year of "stepping up" to the next grade, reflecting a goal that remains unchanged for 100 years later: to foster a continuing growth in Christian character and learning. From those modest beginnings to our current educational units, we remain a people committed to being lifelong learners.
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Parenting is an ever-evolving journey. Each milestone is accompanied by new phases, new trends, and new challenges. It’s rewarding at times and teaches us more about ourselves than we thought it would. One thing remains true through every season of parenting – it’s okay to not have all the answers.
Throughout the school year, Treasure Keepers provides a place for moms of all walks of life to share the good and hard moments of parenting. Kelly Ann, a Table Leader and long-time attendee, shares, “Motherhood can feel repetitive and unseen, but Treasure Keepers is a place where burdens are shared, faith is strengthened, and mothers are consistently pointed back to Christ.”
As parents of four children in a blended family, Kelly Ann and her husband, Robert, often look to the advice of others for help navigating the seasons of parenthood. When Kelly Ann received an invitation from a close friend to attend Treasure Keepers, she jumped at the chance to learn and grow in the company of other moms. She shares, “I was instantly grateful for the impact the talks and discussions had on my approach to raising children in Christ.”
Parents can’t be prepared for every moment of their child’s life. There will be difficult conversations, late nights, and mountaintop moments. In the midst of all of it, the greatest thing a parent can do for their child is guide them to Jesus. In Kelly Ann’s words, “My deepest hope is that my children would know God intimately, trust in Jesus Christ, and walk with Him all the days of their lives.”
Being a spiritual mentor is to be deeply interested in the lives of others. Watch the rest of Jim Singleton’s sermon at hppres.org/sermons.
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Have you ever taken a closer look at our campus? The details etched into our church building display exceptional levels of beauty and craftsmanship, but more importantly, they tell the story of salvation.
The daily maintenance of our campus, while not often glamorous, is a necessary part of the life of HP Pres. Investing in our church facilities to repair and replace aging infrastructure, including plumbing, electrical panels, roofing, stained glass, exterior grounds, playground areas, residences, and essential equipment to support continued growth is a form of ministry.
This spring, we launched the Renew Campaign - an intentional effort to prepare for our second century of ministry through two commitments: Renewing Our Spaces and Renewing Our Reach. To complete this ambitious work, we are praying for our congregation to help meet the project’s fundraising goal of $20 million.
Would you prayerfully consider how God might be leading you to participate in Renew?
Make your pledge at hppres.org/renew.
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Are you still waiting to join in on the most fun you'll have this summer? We need a few more people to take on these life-changing roles at VBS!
Early Childhood:
- 10 Classroom Teachers
- 8 Leaders for Recreation
- 3 Nursery Teachers
Elementary:
- 4 Small Group Leaders (2nd Grade)
- 4 Small Group Leaders (4th Grade)
Thank you to everyone who makes this special week possible!
Sign up to volunteer at hppres.org/vbs.
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Throughout our 13-week journey on the book of Philippians, we’ve taken a look at how God forms joy in us - not because of our circumstances, but because of His presence among us. As we move into the coming weeks of study, we invite you to dive deeper throughout the week.
Feel free to read along with a group or on your own. It’s okay if you miss a week! You can always jump back in or catch up on the reading the next week!
We are glad to be Discovering Joy alongside you during this series!
Follow along with the reading plan by signing up to receive weekly sermon resources at hppres.org/email.
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“For you created my inmost being; you knit me together in my mother’s womb. I praise you because I am fearfully and wonderfully made.”
Psalm 139:13-14
Happy mother’s day to the people who love us the most, encourage us when we feel defeated, and guide us when we feel lost. The world is a better place because of you!
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We need 29 more volunteers to make VBS happen this year. This is an incredibly special opportunity to introduce the youngest generation to the love of Jesus and we can’t do it without you!
There are volunteer opportunities for anyone 9th grade and up to help lead games, bible study, crafts, and more. We encourage you to consider how you can join us in making VBS a fun, Jesus-filled week for the kids of our city.
Sign up to volunteer at hppres.org/vbs.
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For the past three years, Haleigh (front, left) has mentored and prayed for the girls in the Student Community Group she leads on Sunday nights. Now seniors in high school, many of the girls will be graduating and moving away for college. As she reflects on their time together, Haleigh shares, “One of my biggest hopes is that they will continue to make their faith their own and know that God has them here for a reason.”
Over the years, the group has participated in mission trips together, prayed for one another, gone on weekend retreats, and been a safe place for girls to share the highs and lows of life. As their community group leader, Haleigh has witnessed how the girls have shown up for each other in both good and hard seasons. She shares, “Watching them embody what it means to be in community by breaking through different social groups and schools to find ways to cheer each other on has been so inspiring for my own faith.”
When Haleigh was the same age as the girls who she’s mentored the past few years, she also had someone pouring into her. Having a safe person who challenged and encouraged her at a formative age helped shape her faith as a high schooler. Being that person for others has been a full-circle experience for her. She shares, “Big and small moments - I’ve seen a lot of growth happen with this specific group of girls. Their confident, authentic faith has challenged me to be the kind of leader I had at their age.”
As the seniors move into the next season of their lives, Haleigh is confident that they have a solid foundation of faith to rely on through the good and hard times. Although this is the end of their journey as high schoolers, they are stepping into the world trusting in God’s faithfulness. Because He is with them, they are ready for whatever lies ahead.
