Heights Family,
This weekend we are privileged to welcome back to The Heights one who was so well received the last time he preached to our church family. Afshin Ziafat will be back in the pulpit this Sunday in both services to bring a fresh word from God. As you may recall from the last time Afshin was with us, God has his hand on this young man and is using him to bring many to faith in Christ through his effective preaching ministry. I know you will join me in praying for Afshin this week as he prepares to open God’s word and speak powerfully during our time together on Sunday. If you missed Afshin sharing his amazing story of faith the last time he was with us, click here to watch and listen to that message that received such rave reviews. I am confident God is going to use Afshin to speak to each of us this weekend here at The Heights.
God Bless,
Gary
P.S. Remember that next Sunday, May 2nd is ENGAGE SUNDAY. You can see more details on that special day of serving and sharing with our community below. As you prepare to worship through serving others that day, let me remind you also to plan to bring your weekly tithes and offerings with you that morning to our sending service at 8:30 am. Your faithfulness in giving on special days like ENGAGE SUNDAY enables us to continue blessing our community and investing in the Kingdom near and far. Thank you for the way you continue to give with cheerful hearts.
Graduating Class of 2010
The Class of 2010 and their parents will be recognized in both worship services on April 25th. Also, there will be a luncheon for our seniors that Sunday and reservations are required. Please contact the Student Ministry Office TODAY to make reservations cjanes@theheights.org 972-238-7243.
Sunday, April 25th, 5 p.m. Joyland Choir presents Spring Program in Chapel
You are invited to come and be a part of “All the Little Critters” presented by our Joyland Choir children next Sunday, April 25th, 5:00 p.m.
Sunday, April 25th, 6 p.m. Catch the Spirit, and come see SERMON ON THE MOUND
Come be a part of the excitement with over 125 Worship Quest kids as they present how they have learned to live intentionally for Christ. They will be presenting the baseball themed musical, SERMON ON THE MOUND, in the Heights Worship Center next Sunday, April 25th, 6:00 p.m. Worship Quest will also be singing the National Anthem at the Frisco Roughriders game this Friday, April 23, 7:00 p.m.!
ENGAGE Sunday 2010
ENGAGE Sunday is a day where we all join together and serve our community. On May 2, we will all meet in the Worship Center at 8:30 am for a pre-serving service of worship, prayer and a time to give our weekly tithes and offerings. At 9am we will board the buses to head into our community to serve. Here are a few things you need to know about the day!
- 8:30 am - Sending Service (Worship Center)
- 9:00 am - Board Buses
- 9:30 am - Serve at Sites
- 12:00 pm - Load Buses
- 12:30 pm - BBQ Meal at Heights
FOOD DRIVE: Bring food for area food Pantries to the Worship Center April 25th and on ENGAGE Sunday, May 2nd. A list of needed food items is available at the ENGAGE Center.
BBQ Meal: Please fill out a reservation card on Sunday and place in the offering plate. Adults are $5.00; Children are $3.00. Pizza will also be served for children. You may pre-purchase your meal tickets at the ENGAGE Center. You may also purchase your meal tickets on ENGAGE Sunday.
CHILDCARE: Childcare will be provided for Joyland children (birth - pre-k). All other children are to serve with their families. You must make an online reservation for childcare by Sunday, April 25th. ENGAGE Sunday Childcare Registration link - click here.
WHAT TO BRING: Come dressed in work clothes that you don’t mind getting dirty or paint on. Each person should bring a pair of work gloves and a bottle of water. Also, please be prepared to bring your weekly tithes and offerings to give during the sending service before we board the busses.
GARDENING TOOLS: We are in need of several gardening tools: shovels, rakes, hedge clippers, etc. Please bring these items to the ENGAGE Center with your name clearly marked on each tool. You can pick them up any time after ENGAGE Sunday.
COLLABORATION EFFORT: We are joining with approximately 25 other churches who are doing their own ENGAGE Sunday on May 2nd as well. Go to www.goandbe.org for more information.
Singing Men of Texas
The Singing Men of Texas will be in concert Thursday, May 6th, at 7 pm at The Heights. 130 strong, this group of music ministers come from all over Texas to sing and lead in worship. The Singing Men will be joined by our Heights choir as well as a mass choir from area churches that should exceed 500 in number for one special song. Accompanied by a great instrumental ensemble and featuring a fine handbell choir as well, you won’t want to miss this night of worship! The songs are varied in style and range from majestic hymn arrangements to new songs of worship. For more information on the Singing Men, go to www.smonct.org
Did You Know…
- Thursday, May 6 is the National Day of Prayer.
- The Heights Chapel will be open from 8:30am-8:30pm for any who would like to pray for our nation, our leaders, our troops and our churches on this day.
- This year marks the 59th annual observance of this historic day of prayer for the nation.
- For more information go to www.NationalDayofPrayer.org.
- The theme verse for this year’s prayer guide on this special day is Nahum 1:7
“The Lord is good, a refuge in times of trouble. He cares for those who trust in Him.”
A Time for Hope and Healing, May 9
We will offer a time of Hope and Healing on Sunday, May 9 in the Bride's Room from 9 a.m. - noon for those facing infertility, miscarriage or loss. The room will be open for you to come and go as you please. Special encouragers and staff will be available to pray for and over you. We have a gift and some helpful thoughts from God's Word to give you!
SAVE THE DATE!
The Heights Family VBS—June 28-30, 6:30-8:30 p.m.
Registration begins this Sunday! Are you ready for some family fun? Don’t miss this wonderful opportunity for your family to spend valuable time worshipping and playing together. The event is free and is here at The Heights! Bring your friends and neighbors. A meal will be provided each night prior to Family VBS for a small charge. For more information visit the registration booth today at the alcove downstairs, www.theheights.org, or contact Joy Pickering at jpickering@theheights.org.
Update from the Pease Family in Uganda
"One of our biggest challenges is the stronghold of the belief that good works gets you to Heaven instead of a relationship with Christ. Charles is an 80 year old man who believes this. Eric has shared with him several times and he is satisfied with his own decision..." [Read More]
Getting ENGAGED in Bulgaria and Uganda
Bulgaria - July 2-11, 2010
Work with Kazanlak Baptist Church and visit the Muglish Orphanage. ENGAGE trip point person - Cookie Slate.
Uganda - July 23 - August 4 (Aug. 6 with safari option)
Serve in our village, Kyalulangira and serve with Eric and Krisann Pease in Mytiana. A portion of this trip will be medical related. We would love for those in the health profession to consider going, however, this is not a requirement. ENGAGE trip point person - John Wills.
Additional questions, contact Richard Covington or David Rogers.
This Week as We Live Intentionally for Christ...
We Will:
- Worship God with Others
- Grow with Others
- Serve with Others
- Share with Others
