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Family Summer Kick-Off Party
May
17
3:30 PM15:30
Children, Family, CDC

Family Summer Kick-Off Party

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Family Summer Kick-Off Party - Saturday, May 17

Join the families of Highlands for a relaxed gathering to celebrate the start of the summer season! We'll gather at Homewood Park on Saturday, May 17 from 3:30 to 5:00 p.m. for fellowship, sweet treats, and lots of fun together. All children and their families are invited! We hope to see you there!

RSVP to Lauri Soong at laurisoong@hotmail.com

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Third Sunday Potluck - May
May
18
11:45 AM11:45
Adults, CDC, Children, Family, Youth

Third Sunday Potluck - May

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Third Sunday Potlucks take place every third Sunday of the month.

Bring your favorite main course, side dish, bread, or dessert to share. Don’t have time to bring something? You can make a small donation toward paper products and beverages. Join us for good food and warm fellowship. All are welcome and invited!

Contact: Michelle Jones – michelle@highlandsumc.net

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Church Council Meeting
May
18
12:45 PM12:45
Adults

Church Council Meeting

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Church Council Meeting - May 18

The Church Council will meet on Sunday, May 18 in the Fellowship Hall worship. The meeting will follow the Third Sunday Potluck lunch. Church Council meetings are open to everyone; all are welcome to observe our church leadership at work.

Contact: Anne Rand - asrand@yahoo.com

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Heart and Hand Sunday
Jun
1
9:30 AM09:30
Adults, Children, Family, Missions, Youth, CDC

Heart and Hand Sunday

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Heart and Hand Sunday - June 1: Diaper Drive and Highlands Quilt

Heart & Hand Sundays are intergenerational Sunday School service projects for the whole Highlands family! One Sunday each summer month, our children, youth and adults gather to work together on service projects for our church and community.

This year, we will be collecting items for a local charities and working together to create a Highlands quilt as part of our 2025 Renewal.

June 1 - Diaper Drive for East Lake UMC Co-Op Ministries
July 13 - Pet Supplies for Greater Birmingham Humane Society
August 24 - Gently Used Children’s Books for Little Free Libraries

Everyone is invited and encouraged to take part! These experiences are a great way to get to know the Highlands family better, and are a perfect opportunity to invite friends and neighbors to see what Highlands is all about.

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Renewal 2025 Supply Pastor Reception: The Reverend Dr. Bill Morgan
Jun
1
11:45 AM11:45
Adults, Children, Family, Youth

Renewal 2025 Supply Pastor Reception: The Reverend Dr. Bill Morgan

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Renewal 2025 Supply Pastors Reception

While Senior Pastor Mikah Hudson is on renewal leave, funded by a generous grant from the Lilly Endowment, we have been blessed by the leadership of The Reverend Dr. Bill Morgan, The Reverend Dr. Rick Owen, and Bishop Mike Watson to Highlands.

Save the dates and join us after worship in the Greeting Space for light refreshments to thank our supply pastors for their leadership during Mikah’s renewal leave.

June 1 - The Reverend Dr. Bill Morgan
June 8 - Bishop Mike Watson
June 15 - The Reverend Dr. Rick Owen

Save the Date for our Welcome Back Renewal Celebration Lunch after worship on Sunday, June 22.

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Renewal 2025 Supply Pastor Reception: Bishop Mike Watson
Jun
8
11:45 AM11:45
Adults, Children, Family, Youth

Renewal 2025 Supply Pastor Reception: Bishop Mike Watson

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Renewal 2025 Supply Pastors Reception

While Senior Pastor Mikah Hudson has been on renewal leave, funded by a generous grant from the Lilly Endowment, we have been blessed by the leadership of The Reverend Dr. Bill Morgan, The Reverend Dr. Rick Owen, and Bishop Mike Watson to Highlands.

Save the dates and join us after worship in the Greeting Space for light refreshments to thank our supply pastors for their leadership during Mikah’s renewal leave.

June 1 - The Reverend Dr. Bill Morgan
June 8 - Bishop Mike Watson
June 15 - The Reverend Dr. Rick Owen

Save the Date for our Welcome Back Renewal Celebration Lunch after worship on Sunday, June 22.

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Youth Mission Trip
Jun
8
to Jun 13
Youth, Missions

Youth Mission Trip

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Youth Summer Mission tRIP

June 8-13, 2025
Morgan Scott Project | Deer Lodge, TN

This summer, our youth group will travel to Deer Lodge, TN to work at the Morgan Scott Project, a non-profit helping the elderly, needy, handicapped, and unemployed in Morgan and Scott counties, which are among the most poverty-stricken counties in Tennessee. The leadership intends to have us work on a project that is a good match for our group’s size and abilities; we’ll know more about the project when we can tell them more about the group that is coming. Typical projects include building a wheel chair ramp, painting, and helping rehab a bathroom. The Morgan Scott Project will provide onsite leadership for all projects.

All youth (rising 7th - graduating 12th graders) are invited to participate. Registration is open through June 4.

Accommodations
MSP has two rooms with four bunk beds each, an additional two fold out couches, and ample space for air mattresses. There are private bathrooms and showers where we are staying, along with a kitchen and dining area.

Adult Chaperones
If you are interested in attending as an adult chaperone, please contact Danny Jones.

Cost
Total cost of mission trip is $280 per person. Cost covers transportation, meals, lodging, supplies, and t-shirt. Participants may wish to bring a little pocket money for the Morgan Scott Project thrift shop, extra snacks, or soft drinks. Please do not let cost be an obstacle to participation! Full or partial scholarships are available upon request. To request a scholarship, contact Danny Jones at danny@highlandsumc.net prior to registration so that we can send you the correct discount code.

A $50 deposit is due at the time of registration. Use the following codes to pay only the deposit cost at checkout.

  • For one participant: DEPOSIT1

  • For two participants: DEPOSIT2

  • For three participants: DEPOSIT3


If you have any questions, please feel free to reach out to Danny Jones at danny@highlandsumc.net

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Pride Parade
Jun
14
5:00 PM17:00
Adults, Children, Family, Open Table, Youth

Pride Parade

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Pride Parade - June 14

The Central Alabama Pride Parade is this Saturday, June 14. Highlands is excited to have a float in the parade this year, and would like to invite all to participate! Wear your Highlands t-shirts or any colorful apparel and comfortable walking shoes. The parade begins at 8 p.m.

Contact: Susan Crow – crowsusan@gmail.com or 205-249-9599

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Renewal 2025 Supply Pastor Reception: The Reverend Dr. Rick Owen
Jun
15
11:45 AM11:45
Adults, Children, Family, Youth

Renewal 2025 Supply Pastor Reception: The Reverend Dr. Rick Owen

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Renewal 2025 Supply Pastors Reception

While Senior Pastor Mikah Hudson is on renewal leave, funded by a generous grant from the Lilly Endowment, we have been blessed by the leadership of The Reverend Dr. Bill Morgan, The Reverend Dr. Rick Owen, and Bishop Mike Watson to Highlands.

Save the dates and join us after worship in the Greeting Space for light refreshments to thank our supply pastors for their leadership during Mikah’s renewal leave.

June 1 - The Reverend Dr. Bill Morgan
June 8 - Bishop Mike Watson
June 15 - The Reverend Dr. Rick Owen

Save the Date for our Welcome Back Renewal Celebration Lunch after worship on Sunday, June 22.

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Child Development Center Silent Auction
Jun
27
6:30 PM18:30
CDC, Adults

Child Development Center Silent Auction

Highlands CDC Silent Auction Fundraiser - June 27

Join the families of the Highlands Child Development Center for a fun-filled evening at the beautiful Birmingham Botanical Gardens on Friday, June 27 at 6:30 pm. Get ready to bid on amazing items and experiences while supporting our CDC. Don’t miss out on this opportunity to make a difference and have a great time doing it. Tickets are $60 online; scan the QR code on the back page or on the flyers around the church.

Contact: Will Hooper – will@highlandsumc.net

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Hymn Sing Sunday
Jul
6
10:30 AM10:30
Worship, Music, Family, Youth, Children, Adults

Hymn Sing Sunday

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Join us on Sunday, July 6 for a Hymn Sing! The singing of hymns is one our oldest Methodist traditions, as we collectively lift our hearts and voices for the worship of God. We will sing our favorite songs of the faith, both old and new. Make plans to join us for worship this week!

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Heart and Hand Sunday
Jul
13
9:30 AM09:30
Adults, Children, Family, Missions, Youth, CDC

Heart and Hand Sunday

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Heart and Hand Sunday - July 13: Pet Supplies Drive and Highlands Quilt

Heart & Hand Sundays are intergenerational Sunday School service projects for the whole Highlands family! One Sunday each summer month, our children, youth and adults gather to work together on service projects for our church and community.

This year, we will be collecting items for a local charities and working together to create a Highlands quilt as part of our 2025 Renewal.

June 1 - Diaper Drive for East Lake UMC Co-Op Ministries
July 13 - Pet Supplies for Greater Birmingham Humane Society
August 24 - Gently Used Children’s Books for Little Free Libraries

Everyone is invited and encouraged to take part! These experiences are a great way to get to know the Highlands family better, and are a perfect opportunity to invite friends and neighbors to see what Highlands is all about.

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Third Sunday Cook Out - July
Jul
20
11:45 AM11:45
Adults, CDC, Children, Family, Youth

Third Sunday Cook Out - July

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During the summer months, our Third Sunday Potlucks become Third Sunday Cook Outs! Join us on Sunday, July 20 for great food and warm fellowship. We’ll provide the hamburgers and hot dogs; the congregation is asked to bring sides and desserts. All are welcome and invited!

Contact: Michelle Jones – michelle@highlandsumc.net

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Vacation Bible School
Jul
21
to Jul 25
CDC, Children, Family, Youth

Vacation Bible School

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Registration for Highlands’ VBS day camp, July 21-25 is open now! VBS meets Monday-Friday, 9 am to 4 pm, and is open to children age 4 through rising 5th graders, and youth helpers rising 6th graders and older. Registration cost is $100 with a $250 registration cap per family; full or partial scholarships are available.

Adult Volunteers and Youth Counselors will be needed for a variety of tasks, from preparing materials before the event, to providing snacks, to leading small group sessions. There is truly an opportunity for everyone in our congregation! Contact Mary Elizabeth Neal at maryelizabeth@highlandsumc.net for more information.

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Youth Weekend
Aug
1
to Aug 4
Youth

Youth Weekend

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Youth Weekend is August 1-4! We will be welcoming our rising 6th graders into the youth group with a weekend full of fun! Bring a friend!

Contact Danny Jones – danny@highlandsumc.net for more information
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This year’s events will be announced soon. Here’s what we did last year!

Youth Weekend, Aug. 2-5!
A weekend so big, three days couldn’t hold it!

Friday, 7-8:30 pm. Patriot Park (in West Homewood) 
…and ice cream from Neighbors Ice Cream Shop! Bring a frisbee, a ball, a dog, an adventurous cat, a friend, or maybe just yourself! The ice cream is on us!

Saturday, 10 am to noon, Service Project
Hope Mountain Church, 11215 Hwy 22, Calera, AL 35040. Reach back out if you want to carpool! We will assist the Grace Klein Community in their ongoing fight against food insecurity. We will be unloading a truck, packing food boxes, and putting boxes in cars in a "Drive-Thru Event" for the community.

Saturday, 4-6 pm. Pool Party at the Lowerys’ house!
Bring your towel and an appetite because they are putting out eats! Contact Danny Jones for location information.

Sunday, 9 am. Breakfast at the Original Pancake House
…across the street from the church! Please be prompt so our group may thoroughly enjoy the pancake goodness before we walk back over to morning worship at the church.

Sunday, 5-7 pm. Treasure Hunt and Snack Supper
We meet at the church. Be there or wonder later what people are talking about. This is a highlight.

Monday, 6-8 pm. Vestavia Bowl! 
Be ready for alley-slinging, gutter-rolling, ugly shoe-wearing fun. The bowling is on us, but any food (before, during, or after) is on you.

It’s going to be good!   Bring a friend!

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Church Council Meeting
Aug
3
12:45 PM12:45
Adults

Church Council Meeting

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Church Council Meeting - July 20

The Church Council will meet on Sunday, August 3 in the Fellowship Hall worship. The meeting will follow the VBS Kick-Off Cook Out. Church Council meetings are open to everyone; all are welcome to observe our church leadership at work.

Contact: Anne Rand - asrand@yahoo.com

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Third Sunday Cook Out - August
Aug
17
11:45 AM11:45
Adults, CDC, Children, Family, Youth

Third Sunday Cook Out - August

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During the summer months, our Third Sunday Potlucks become Third Sunday Cook Outs! Join us on Sunday, August 17 for great food and warm fellowship. We’ll provide the hamburgers and hot dogs; the congregation is asked to bring sides and desserts. All are welcome and invited!

Contact: Michelle Jones – michelle@highlandsumc.net

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Heart and Hand Sunday
Aug
24
9:30 AM09:30
Adults, Children, Family, Missions, Youth, CDC

Heart and Hand Sunday

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Heart and Hand Sunday - August 24: Book Drive and Highlands Quilt

Heart & Hand Sundays are intergenerational Sunday School service projects for the whole Highlands family! One Sunday each summer month, our children, youth and adults gather to work together on service projects for our church and community.

This year, we will be collecting items for a local charities and working together to create a Highlands quilt as part of our 2025 Renewal.

June 1 - Diaper Drive for East Lake UMC Co-Op Ministries
July 13 - Pet Supplies for Greater Birmingham Humane Society
August 24 - Gently Used Children’s Books for Little Free Libraries

Everyone is invited and encouraged to take part! These experiences are a great way to get to know the Highlands family better, and are a perfect opportunity to invite friends and neighbors to see what Highlands is all about.

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Fall Sunday School Kick Off
Sep
7
9:30 AM09:30
Adults

Fall Sunday School Kick Off

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Fall Kick-Off - September 7

Being part of a fall class or small group focused on Adult Christian Formation offers a unique opportunity for spiritual growth and deepening one's faith. In a supportive and nurturing environment, individuals can engage in meaningful discussions, study scripture together, and explore theological concepts that can enrich their understanding of God and the Christian faith. Through study and reading together, we can cultivate a deeper relationship with God, gain new insights, and strengthen our spiritual lives. This intentional focus on Christian formation during the fall season allows us to prepare our hearts and minds for the upcoming year, equipping us with the knowledge and tools needed to live out our faith in a meaningful and impactful way. By actively participating in a fall class or small group, we can experience personal transformation, build community with fellow believers, and ultimately grow closer to God as we journey together on the path of discipleship.

Join us on Sunday, September 7 at 9:30 am in Fellowship Hall as we unveil our upcoming classes, small groups, fellowship and study opportunities for the Fall.

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Third Sunday Potluck - September
Sep
21
11:45 AM11:45
Adults, CDC, Children, Family, Youth

Third Sunday Potluck - September

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Third Sunday Potlucks take place every third Sunday of the month. The Church Council will meet following the meal.

Bring your favorite main course, side dish, bread, or dessert to share. Don’t have time to bring something? You can make a small donation toward paper products and beverages. Join us for good food and warm fellowship. All are welcome and invited!

Contact: Michelle Jones – michelle@highlandsumc.net

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Church Council Meeting
Sep
21
12:45 PM12:45
Adults

Church Council Meeting

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Church Council Meeting - September 21

The Church Council will meet on Sunday, September 21 in the Fellowship Hall worship. The meeting will follow the Third Sunday Potluck lunch. Church Council meetings are open to everyone; all are welcome to observe our church leadership at work.

Contact: Anne Rand - asrand@yahoo.com

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Third Sunday Potluck - October
Oct
19
11:45 AM11:45
Adults, CDC, Children, Family, Youth

Third Sunday Potluck - October

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Third Sunday Potlucks take place every third Sunday of the month. The Church Council will meet following the meal.

Bring your favorite main course, side dish, bread, or dessert to share. Don’t have time to bring something? You can make a small donation toward paper products and beverages. Join us for good food and warm fellowship. All are welcome and invited!

Contact: Michelle Jones – michelle@highlandsumc.net

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All Saints Sunday
Nov
2
10:30 AM10:30
Worship

All Saints Sunday

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All Saints service of worship featuring the Fauré Requiem

Sunday, November 2, 2025 • 10:30 a.m. worship


The Choir of Highlands United Methodist Church
Richard Phillips, Choirmaster and Organist

This Solemn Requiem, one of the many jewels in the liturgical crown of worship, begins and ends in silence. In between, glorious music, full of yearning and hope, fills the church and our hearts as we remember all those who have gone before us.

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Third Sunday Potluck - November
Nov
16
11:45 AM11:45
Adults, CDC, Children, Family, Youth

Third Sunday Potluck - November

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Third Sunday Potlucks take place every third Sunday of the month.

Bring your favorite main course, side dish, bread, or dessert to share. Don’t have time to bring something? You can make a small donation toward paper products and beverages. Join us for good food and warm fellowship. All are welcome and invited!

Contact: Michelle Jones – michelle@highlandsumc.net

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Church Council Meeting
Nov
16
12:45 PM12:45
Adults

Church Council Meeting

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Church Council Meeting - November 16

The Church Council will meet on Sunday, November 16 in the Fellowship Hall worship. The meeting will follow the Third Sunday Potluck lunch. Church Council meetings are open to everyone; all are welcome to observe our church leadership at work.

Contact: Anne Rand - asrand@yahoo.com

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Community Ministries Thanksgiving Meal
Nov
27
10:00 AM10:00
Missions, Family, Children, Adults, Youth

Community Ministries Thanksgiving Meal

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As is our tradition, Highlands will serve Thanksgiving lunch to our Community Ministries friends on Thursday, November 27. Prior to the meal, we need volunteers to cook desserts and sides as well as set up and decorate the Fellowship Hall. On Thanksgiving Day, we need volunteers to help with serving, welcoming, and clean up.

If you will be out of town on Thanksgiving, please consider making a donation to assist with the purchase of the meal. Checks may be made to HUMC with “CM Thanksgiving” in the memo line and dropped in the offering plate during worship or delivered to the church office.

To volunteer or for more information, contact Danny Jones or Mark Chambers

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Festival of Lessons and Carols
Dec
7
4:00 PM16:00
Worship, Music

Festival of Lessons and Carols

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Start your holiday season off by singing your favorite Christmas carols and hearing the Christmas story told both in scripture and song. All are welcome and invited.


Highlands United Methodist Church is located at 1045 20th Street South (35205) immediately behind the landmark fountain in the heart of Five Points South, Birmingham. Free parking for Sunday services is available at metered space on the street, at Highlands Bar and Grill on 11th Avenue S, and in the Five Points South Deck on Magnolia Avenue. A parking lot for first-time visitors and those with limited mobility is located directly behind the church, off Richard Arrington Boulevard.

All Are Welcome at Highlands:
Highlands United Methodist Church affirms that nothing can separate anyone from the love of God. We invite all to worship, wonder, and discover God’s grace as we aspire to create a safe space for all to participate fully in the life of this community of faith. We are called to shine as a beacon of hope, grace, belonging and respect for all people. Regardless of age, gender identity, ethnicity, sexual orientation, family, financial status, nationality, physical or mental ability, past or future, there is room for you at Highlands

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The Third Sunday of Advent
Dec
14
10:30 AM10:30
Worship

The Third Sunday of Advent

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Service of Morning Worship featuring The Choir and Chamber Orchestra.

Preaching – The Reverend Mikah Hudson
Liturgist – Reggie Holder
Choirmaster & Organist – Richard Phillips

Verger – Brian Bellenger

Scripture:


Hymns: 
Once in Royal David’s City (IRBY)
Hark! the Herald Angels Sing (MENDELSSOHN)4
O Come, All Ye Faithful (ADESTE FIDELES)

Voluntaries: 
Sinfonia from MESSIAH - George Frederick Handel
Concerto in A Minor, Movement No. 3 – Vivace, Opus 3, No. 6 - Antonio Vivaldi

Lighting of the Advent Candle: 
Fantasy on PERSONET HODIE - Phil Lehenbauber

Anthems: 
For Unto Us a Child Is Born from MESSIAH - George Frederick Handel
And the Glory of the Lord from MESSIAH - George Frederick Handel

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Church Council Meeting - Charge Conference
Dec
14
11:45 AM11:45
Adults

Church Council Meeting - Charge Conference

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Church Council Meeting - December 14

The Church Council will meet on Sunday, December 14 in the Fellowship Hall worship. Lunch will be served and the meeting will follow. Church Council meetings are open to everyone; all are welcome to observe our church leadership at work.

*Charge Conference subject to District Superintendent’s availability.

Contact: Anne Rand - asrand@yahoo.com

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The Fourth Sunday of Advent
Dec
21
10:30 AM10:30
Worship, Children

The Fourth Sunday of Advent

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Service of Morning Worship featuring The Children’s Christmas Pageant

Experience the story of the coming of the Christ child lovingly presented by the children of Highlands. Journey with Mary and Joseph to Bethlehem as the ancient story is told and beautiful carols of the season are sung. A Highland's tradition not to be missed!

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Church Retreat
Jan
3
to Jan 4
Adults, Children, Family, Youth

Church Retreat

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Highlands UMC Church Retreat
January 3-4, 2026

Join the Highlands family at Camp Sumatanga for a relaxed time of fellowship, community, and worship to welcome in the new year. There will be activities for the whole family, plenty of time to spend in nature, worship, and tons of fun! Registration will open October 1, 2025 through December 31, 2025.

Cost:
Adults – $125
Children and Youth – $60 (Children under 2 free)
$350 registration cap per family

Registration covers the cost of lodging, meals, and programing.

If you have any problems with the online form, contact Mary Elizabeth Neal.

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Easter Sunday at Highlands
Apr
20
10:30 AM10:30
Worship

Easter Sunday at Highlands

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Easter Sunday Service of Holy Communion and Celebration of the Resurrection

The Reverend Dr. Bill Morgan, preaching.

A joyful worship experience celebrating the Resurrection in scripture, beautiful music enhanced by members of the Alabama Symphony Orchestra, and Holy Communion. All are invited to the table in the United Methodist Church.

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Children’s activity bags will be available in the Sanctuary entrances for use during worship. A nursery is available for children age 4 and younger.

The service will be streamed on Facebook, Vimeo, Youtube, and www.highlandsumc.net.

Highlands United Methodist Church is located at 1045 20th Street South, Birmingham, AL 35205. Parking is available at metered spaces on the street, at the Southside parking deck off Magnolia Avenue, and in the church parking lot located directly behind the church off Richard Arrington Blvd. Please reserve the church lot for those with limited mobility.

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Easter Sunday at Highlands - Children and Family Service
Apr
20
9:00 AM09:00
Worship

Easter Sunday at Highlands - Children and Family Service

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Easter Sunday Service of Holy Communion and Celebration of the Resurrection for Children and Families

Reggie Holder, preaching.

A joyful and abbreviated worship experience celebrating the Resurrection in scripture, song, and Holy Communion - perfect for families with small children! All are invited to the table in the United Methodist Church.

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A nursery is available for children age 4 and younger.

The service will be streamed on Facebook, Vimeo, Youtube, and www.highlandsumc.net.

Highlands United Methodist Church is located at 1045 20th Street South, Birmingham, AL 35205. Parking is available at metered spaces on the street, at the Southside parking deck off Magnolia Avenue, and in the church parking lot located directly behind the church off Richard Arrington Blvd. Please reserve the church lot for those with limited mobility.

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Good Friday Service of Tenebrae
Apr
18
6:30 PM18:30
Worship

Good Friday Service of Tenebrae

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Good Friday recalls the day of Jesus’ trial, crucifixion, and death.

The Tenebrae Service, from the Latin meaning "darkness," makes use of gradually diminishing light, scripture readings, and sacred music to symbolize the events of Jesus' last week on earth, from the triumphant Palm Sunday procession through Jesus' crucifixion and burial. The service concludes in total darkness as the Christ candle is taken from the Sanctuary until Jesus' resurrection on Easter Sunday.

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A nursery is available for children age 4 and younger.

The service will be streamed on Facebook, Vimeo, Youtube, and www.highlandsumc.net.

Highlands United Methodist Church is located at 1045 20th Street South, Birmingham, AL 35205. Parking is available at metered spaces on the street, at the Southside parking deck off Magnolia Avenue, and in the church parking lot located directly behind the church off Richard Arrington Blvd. Please reserve the church lot for those with limited mobility.

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Solemn Liturgy for Good Friday
Apr
18
12:00 PM12:00
Worship

Solemn Liturgy for Good Friday

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Good Friday recalls the day of Jesus’ trial, crucifixion, and death.

The Solemn Liturgy for Good Friday is a quiet, simple service of remembrance, incorporating prayer, scripture reading, sacred music, and silence. The service will last no longer than one hour. The Reverend Melissa Patrick will be our guest preacher.

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The service will be streamed on Facebook, Vimeo, Youtube, and www.highlandsumc.net.

Highlands United Methodist Church is located at 1045 20th Street South, Birmingham, AL 35205. Parking is available at metered spaces on the street, at the Southside parking deck off Magnolia Avenue, and in the church parking lot located directly behind the church off Richard Arrington Blvd. Please reserve the church lot for those with limited mobility.

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Maundy Thursday Service of Holy Communion
Apr
17
6:30 PM18:30
Worship

Maundy Thursday Service of Holy Communion

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Maundy Thursday Service of Holy Communion
The word "maundy" comes from the Latin mandatum, meaning commandment. On this night, the night Jesus was betrayed, Jesus washed the feet of his disciples, gave them a new commandment to love one another as he had loved them, and shared a Passover meal together. On Maundy Thursday, we celebrate Holy Communion in remembrance of this Last Supper. The final act of worship on this night is the stripping of the altar and Sanctuary of all symbols of Jesus' life and teachings.

Rev. Sam Hayes will be preaching.

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A nursery is available for children age 4 and younger.

The service will be streamed on Facebook, Vimeo, Youtube, and www.highlandsumc.net.

Highlands United Methodist Church is located at 1045 20th Street South, Birmingham, AL 35205. Parking is available at metered spaces on the street, at the Southside parking deck off Magnolia Avenue, and in the church parking lot located directly behind the church off Richard Arrington Blvd. Please reserve the church lot for those with limited mobility.

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Lenten Midday Communion
Apr
15
12:00 PM12:00
Adults, Worship

Lenten Midday Communion

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Join us for a simple service of Holy Communion each Tuesday in Lent. Lunch will follow in the Fellowship Hall for $10.

April 15
Warren Nash
Highlands United Methodist Church

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Highlands United Methodist Church is located at 1045 20th Street South (35205) immediately behind the landmark fountain in the heart of Five Points South, Birmingham. Free parking for Sunday services is available at metered space on the street, at Highlands Bar and Grill on 11th Avenue S, and in the Five Points South Deck on Magnolia Avenue. A parking lot for first-time visitors and those with limited mobility is located directly behind the church, off Richard Arrington Boulevard.

All Are Welcome at Highlands:
Highlands United Methodist Church affirms that nothing can separate anyone from the love of God. We invite all to worship, wonder, and discover God’s grace as we aspire to create a safe space for all to participate fully in the life of this community of faith. We are called to shine as a beacon of hope, grace, belonging and respect for all people. Regardless of age, gender identity, ethnicity, sexual orientation, family, financial status, nationality, physical or mental ability, past or future, there is room for you at Highlands

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Palm Sunday Worship
Apr
13
10:15 AM10:15
Worship

Palm Sunday Worship

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Join us at Highlands to celebrate Palm Sunday, in remembrance of Jesus' triumphal entry into Jerusalem!

We begin with a Palm Sunday Procession from Brother Bryan Park to the church front lawn. Gather early to meet the donkey!

Celebrate Palm Sunday at Highlands with joyful songs and waving of palm branches in remembrance of Jesus’ triumphal entry into Jerusalem. Through our acts of worship and scripture readings, we embody both the cheering crowd of that joyful day, and the angry mob that will eventually call for Jesus’ crucifixion. The retiring procession on Palm Sunday takes place in silence, in contemplation of all that is to come this Holy Week and in anticipation of the coming Resurrection.

A nursery is available for children age 4 and younger.

The service will be streamed on Facebook, Vimeo, Youtube, and www.highlandsumc.net.

Highlands United Methodist Church is located at 1045 20th Street South, Birmingham, AL 35205. Parking is available at metered spaces on the street, at the Southside parking deck off Magnolia Avenue, and in the church parking lot located directly behind the church off Richard Arrington Blvd. Please reserve the church lot for those with limited mobility.

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Palm Sunday Social
Apr
13
9:30 AM09:30

Palm Sunday Social

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Palm Sunday Social - April 13

Join us on Palm Sunday, April 13 at 9:30 am for a delightful time of fellowship and celebration! As we commemorate the triumphant entry of Jesus into Jerusalem, we invite you to enjoy a warm cup of coffee and freshly baked hot cross buns with friends and neighbors. This is a wonderful opportunity to connect with our community, reflect on the significance of this holy day, and share in the joy of the season. There will be no Sunday School classes on April 13.

After our time of fellowship, we will gather to process from Brother Bryan Park to the church front lawn, led by a humble donkey, symbolizing the journey of faith and the celebration of Palm Sunday.

Whether you're a long-time member or new to our community, everyone is welcome! We look forward to seeing you as we begin this Holy Week in love and joy.

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United Women in Faith Bake Sale
Apr
13
9:00 AM09:00
CDC, Children, Family, Youth, Adults, Missions

United Women in Faith Bake Sale

United Women In Faith Bake Sale

Cookies, cakes and pies, oh my! United Women in Faith (UMW) are holding a bake sale before and after worship service on April 13. The proceeds will support UMW local missions projects. Payment by cash, check, or Venmo accepted.

UWiF supports Urban Ministries, Embrace Kids AL, McCoy Adult Day Care, University of Montevallo Music Scholarships, as well as many Highlands United Methodist Church programs and world-wide United Methodist Church ministries.

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Church Picnic and Easter Egg Hunt
Apr
12
12:00 PM12:00
CDC, Children, Family, Youth

Church Picnic and Easter Egg Hunt

Join us on Saturday, April 12 at the Children’s Fresh Air Farm in Bluff Park for our annual Church Picnic and Easter Egg Hunt. Arrive at Noon for boxed lunch on the grounds, games, bounce house, and an Easter Bonnet contest! Egg hunts by age group will begin at 1 pm and will be followed by an Easter Bonnet Contest - beautiful, silly, and anything in between welcome! Prizes for everyone! Special prizes for finding Golden Eggs and Easter Bonnets!

This free event is open to the whole church and guests, so please invite friends and neighbors! Participants are encouraged to bring Easter baskets and camp chairs.

Children’s Fresh Air Farm is located at 501 Park Ave, Hoover, AL 35226.

Click here to reserve your boxed lunches.

Contact: Mary Elizabeth Neal – maryelizabeth@highlandsumc.net

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Volunteers are needed to hide eggs, lead activities, and serve food. Sign up at the display in the Greeting Space or contact Mary Elizabeth Neal – maryelizabeth@highlandsumc.net.

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Lenten Midday Communion
Apr
8
12:00 PM12:00
Adults, Worship

Lenten Midday Communion

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Join us for a simple service of Holy Communion each Tuesday in Lent. Lunch will follow in the Fellowship Hall for $10.

April 8
Deb Welsh
Cedar Bluff UMC & Weiss Lake Parish

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Highlands United Methodist Church is located at 1045 20th Street South (35205) immediately behind the landmark fountain in the heart of Five Points South, Birmingham. Free parking for Sunday services is available at metered space on the street, at Highlands Bar and Grill on 11th Avenue S, and in the Five Points South Deck on Magnolia Avenue. A parking lot for first-time visitors and those with limited mobility is located directly behind the church, off Richard Arrington Boulevard.

All Are Welcome at Highlands:
Highlands United Methodist Church affirms that nothing can separate anyone from the love of God. We invite all to worship, wonder, and discover God’s grace as we aspire to create a safe space for all to participate fully in the life of this community of faith. We are called to shine as a beacon of hope, grace, belonging and respect for all people. Regardless of age, gender identity, ethnicity, sexual orientation, family, financial status, nationality, physical or mental ability, past or future, there is room for you at Highlands

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Lenten Study: Accidental Saints
Apr
6
4:00 PM16:00
Adults

Lenten Study: Accidental Saints

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Accidental Saints: Finding God in All the Wrong People

Join us this Lent for a journey through Nadia Bolz-Weber’s Accidental Saints, where we’ll explore the beauty of grace and the messiness of faith together. We’ll delve into Bolz-Weber’s poignant storytelling and candid reflections, discovering how imperfection and flaws can illuminate our path to spiritual growth.

Whether you’re seeking deeper understanding, community connection, or simply a space for honest conversation - there’s a place for you! Join in to connect, reflect, and grow as we uncover the unexpected saints in our lives.

Class meets on Sunday afternoons from 4 to 5 p.m., March 9 through April 6.


Registration is free and open to all! You do not need to be a member of Highlands UMC to attend.

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Church Council Meeting
Apr
6
11:45 AM11:45
Adults

Church Council Meeting

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Church Council Meeting - April 6

The Church Council will meet on Sunday, April 6 in the Fellowship Hall worship. Lunch will be served and the meeting will follow. Church Council meetings are open to everyone; all are welcome to observe our church leadership at work.

Contact: Anne Rand - asrand@yahoo.com

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Lenten Sunday School Classes
Apr
6
9:30 AM09:30
Adults

Lenten Sunday School Classes

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Exploring the Iona Community and Celtic Spirituality: A Journey of Renewal and Connection
Led by Warren Laird in Room 209

Join us for an enriching exploration of the Iona Community, a significant destination for Rev. Hudson during his renewal leave. This class offers a captivating survey of Iona’s rich history, its foundational principles, and its vibrant practices. Engage with guest speakers who have personally experienced the profound impact of Iona, sharing their insightful stories and reflections. In alignment with the spiritual essence of Iona, participants will embark on a personal journey by creating a prayer journal, which we will thoughtfully maintain throughout Lent. This class promises not only to deepen your understanding of the Iona Community but also to enhance your spiritual practice in a meaningful way. Come and be part of this inspiring experience!

Connected in Faith with Our Visiting Supply Pastors
Led by Dr. Bill Morgan and Dr. Rick Owen in Room 204

Join us this Lenten season for a special Sunday School class designed to deepen our understanding of this sacred time of Renewal and foster community connections! Each week, we will meet with that week’s supply pastor who will lead us in rich conversation about the themes of Lent and the upcoming sermon. This will be an opportunity to explore the significance of Lent through scripture, reflection, and shared insights. Our visiting pastors will bring fresh perspectives and personal experiences to enrich our conversations. You will have opportunity ask questions, share your thoughts on the Lenten journey, and build relationships with fellow church members.

Lenten Mindfulness
Led by Wilson Nash and George Gaskin in The Chapel

Lent is a season of contemplation, and one of the greatest human tools to live a more contemplative life is mindfulness. Mindfulness meditation is shorthand for a series of practices used to observe consciousness and its contents more carefully. Using sessions from the Waking Up app and sections of Richard Rohr’s The Naked Now, this series will introduce the practices of mindfulness meditation and connect those practices to the insights of the Christian mystics and other similar spiritual traditions. Such practices are not just about reducing stress, having greater emotional stability, or enjoying better relationships. Practice can deliver those things at times, but its insights about your mind can be deeper, the sky of your awareness and capacity for presence can become wider, and you may find that you are not quite what you think you are.

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Lenten Midday Communion
Apr
1
12:00 PM12:00
Adults, Worship

Lenten Midday Communion

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Join us for a simple service of Holy Communion each Tuesday in Lent. Lunch will follow in the Fellowship Hall for $10.

April 1
Kathleen Lalor
Highlands United Methodist Church

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Highlands United Methodist Church is located at 1045 20th Street South (35205) immediately behind the landmark fountain in the heart of Five Points South, Birmingham. Free parking for Sunday services is available at metered space on the street, at Highlands Bar and Grill on 11th Avenue S, and in the Five Points South Deck on Magnolia Avenue. A parking lot for first-time visitors and those with limited mobility is located directly behind the church, off Richard Arrington Boulevard.

All Are Welcome at Highlands:
Highlands United Methodist Church affirms that nothing can separate anyone from the love of God. We invite all to worship, wonder, and discover God’s grace as we aspire to create a safe space for all to participate fully in the life of this community of faith. We are called to shine as a beacon of hope, grace, belonging and respect for all people. Regardless of age, gender identity, ethnicity, sexual orientation, family, financial status, nationality, physical or mental ability, past or future, there is room for you at Highlands

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Lenten Study: Accidental Saints
Mar
30
4:00 PM16:00
Adults

Lenten Study: Accidental Saints

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Accidental Saints: Finding God in All the Wrong People

Join us this Lent for a journey through Nadia Bolz-Weber’s Accidental Saints, where we’ll explore the beauty of grace and the messiness of faith together. We’ll delve into Bolz-Weber’s poignant storytelling and candid reflections, discovering how imperfection and flaws can illuminate our path to spiritual growth.

Whether you’re seeking deeper understanding, community connection, or simply a space for honest conversation - there’s a place for you! Join in to connect, reflect, and grow as we uncover the unexpected saints in our lives.

Class meets on Sunday afternoons from 4 to 5 p.m., March 9 through April 6.


Registration is free and open to all! You do not need to be a member of Highlands UMC to attend.

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Lenten Sunday School Classes
Mar
30
9:30 AM09:30
Adults

Lenten Sunday School Classes

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Exploring the Iona Community and Celtic Spirituality: A Journey of Renewal and Connection
Led by Warren Laird in Room 209

Join us for an enriching exploration of the Iona Community, a significant destination for Rev. Hudson during his renewal leave. This class offers a captivating survey of Iona’s rich history, its foundational principles, and its vibrant practices. Engage with guest speakers who have personally experienced the profound impact of Iona, sharing their insightful stories and reflections. In alignment with the spiritual essence of Iona, participants will embark on a personal journey by creating a prayer journal, which we will thoughtfully maintain throughout Lent. This class promises not only to deepen your understanding of the Iona Community but also to enhance your spiritual practice in a meaningful way. Come and be part of this inspiring experience!

Connected in Faith with Our Visiting Supply Pastors
Led by Dr. Bill Morgan and Dr. Rick Owen in Room 204

Join us this Lenten season for a special Sunday School class designed to deepen our understanding of this sacred time of Renewal and foster community connections! Each week, we will meet with that week’s supply pastor who will lead us in rich conversation about the themes of Lent and the upcoming sermon. This will be an opportunity to explore the significance of Lent through scripture, reflection, and shared insights. Our visiting pastors will bring fresh perspectives and personal experiences to enrich our conversations. You will have opportunity ask questions, share your thoughts on the Lenten journey, and build relationships with fellow church members.

Lenten Mindfulness
Led by Wilson Nash and George Gaskin in The Chapel

Lent is a season of contemplation, and one of the greatest human tools to live a more contemplative life is mindfulness. Mindfulness meditation is shorthand for a series of practices used to observe consciousness and its contents more carefully. Using sessions from the Waking Up app and sections of Richard Rohr’s The Naked Now, this series will introduce the practices of mindfulness meditation and connect those practices to the insights of the Christian mystics and other similar spiritual traditions. Such practices are not just about reducing stress, having greater emotional stability, or enjoying better relationships. Practice can deliver those things at times, but its insights about your mind can be deeper, the sky of your awareness and capacity for presence can become wider, and you may find that you are not quite what you think you are.

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Lenten Midday Communion
Mar
25
12:00 PM12:00
Adults, Worship

Lenten Midday Communion

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Join us for a simple service of Holy Communion each Tuesday in Lent. Lunch will follow in the Fellowship Hall for $10.

March 25
Dorothy Ann Webster
Retired United Methodist Clergy

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Highlands United Methodist Church is located at 1045 20th Street South (35205) immediately behind the landmark fountain in the heart of Five Points South, Birmingham. Free parking for Sunday services is available at metered space on the street, at Highlands Bar and Grill on 11th Avenue S, and in the Five Points South Deck on Magnolia Avenue. A parking lot for first-time visitors and those with limited mobility is located directly behind the church, off Richard Arrington Boulevard.

All Are Welcome at Highlands:
Highlands United Methodist Church affirms that nothing can separate anyone from the love of God. We invite all to worship, wonder, and discover God’s grace as we aspire to create a safe space for all to participate fully in the life of this community of faith. We are called to shine as a beacon of hope, grace, belonging and respect for all people. Regardless of age, gender identity, ethnicity, sexual orientation, family, financial status, nationality, physical or mental ability, past or future, there is room for you at Highlands

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Lenten Study: Accidental Saints
Mar
23
4:00 PM16:00
Adults

Lenten Study: Accidental Saints

  • Highlands United Methodist Church (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

Accidental Saints: Finding God in All the Wrong People

Join us this Lent for a journey through Nadia Bolz-Weber’s Accidental Saints, where we’ll explore the beauty of grace and the messiness of faith together. We’ll delve into Bolz-Weber’s poignant storytelling and candid reflections, discovering how imperfection and flaws can illuminate our path to spiritual growth.

Whether you’re seeking deeper understanding, community connection, or simply a space for honest conversation - there’s a place for you! Join in to connect, reflect, and grow as we uncover the unexpected saints in our lives.

Class meets on Sunday afternoons from 4 to 5 p.m., March 9 through April 6.


Registration is free and open to all! You do not need to be a member of Highlands UMC to attend.

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