Join us for a special screening of the documentary film Sallie’s Ashes and community discussion.

“Faced with terminal lung cancer, 80-year-old Sallie Smith rallies an unlikely team of fellow Alabama grandmas to fight for the removal of a toxic coal ash pit that threatens the waters of their beloved Mobile Bay.”

This screening is free and open to the public.

Run time: 40 minutes

More information on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/events/829408140146313

Need a break? Join the women of Highlands for a relaxed social gathering at Panera Bread in Vestavia Hills on Tuesday, May 26 at 7:00 pm. No agenda, no book to read – just friends fellowshipping together.

Contact: Lauri Soong – laurisoong@hotmail.com

The church office and Child Development Center will be closed on Monday, May 25 in observance of Memorial Day.

No Sunday School Classes - May 24

There will be no Sunday School classes or Atrium on Sunday, May 24 during Memorial Day Weekend. The Nursery will open at 10:15 am.

On Sunday, May 17th at 6:30pm, our Atrium catechists will gather at the home of April Sides for an end of the year catechist dinner. More details to come.

Church Council Meeting - April 17

The Church Council will meet on Sunday, May 17 in the Fellowship Hall worship following the Third Sunday Potluck. Church Council meetings are open to everyone; all are welcome to observe our church leadership at work.

Contact: Anne Rand - asrand@yahoo.com

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

Bring A Friend Sunday - May 17

It is a wonderful time to invite friends to come with you to church! We invite you to bring a friend, neighbor, or co-worker to Sunday school and worship on Sunday, May 17. All are welcome! Invite your friends to experience the warmth of God's loving community here at Highlands and to experience the beauty of our worship, and stay after for our Third Sunday Potluck. Let's all extend our love into the community by welcoming friends and neighbors to Highlands!

Children & Family Summer Kick-Off - May 16

Join the families of Highlands for a fun gathering to celebrate the start of the summer season! We’ll meet on the playground at Railroad Park on Saturday, May 16 from 10:30 am to noon for fellowship, sweet treats, and lots of fun together. We might even get a kick-ball game together! All children and their families are invited! Bring your friends!

United Women in Faith Meeting

Highlands United Women in Faith will meet at the church on Monday, May 11 at 11:00 am. We will be hosting the monthly birthday party for the participants at McCoy Adult Day Center. Lunch will follow for $12 with reservation.

Contact: Mary Beth Lloyd – mblloyd85@yahoo.com
Lunch RSVP: Suzanne Hoye – srhoye@live.com

Youth Sunday and Senior Recognition - May 3

Please save the date for our Youth Sunday and senior recognition service on May 3. Parents of graduates are asked to submit bulletin information to Mary Elizabeth Neal by May 1.

All Atrium 3 students and their families are invited to visit Temple Beth-El on Wednesday, April 29. We’ll gather in front of the Temple entrance at 5:15, meet with Rabbi Henkin at 5:20, and attend their 5:30 service which is about 15 min.  Rabbi Henkin will meet with us after briefly for a quick tour and questions.  We'll end with pizza at Mellow Mushroom.

Ice Cream Social - April 26

Kids Scream! Youth Scream! We All Scream for Ice Cream!

Families with children and youth are invited to an Ice Cream Social on Sunday, April 26th at 4 pm. Meet at Big Spoon Creamery in Avondale to enjoy ice cream and fun with friends. The youth group will continue the good times with their regularly scheduled meeting at 5 pm at church.

Contact: Mary Elizabeth Neal – maryelizabeth@highlandsumc.net

Acolyte Training

Being an acolyte at Highlands is more than just wearing a robe and carrying a torch or processional cross - it is an act of praise and service to God, and your church family. Acolytes illuminate the Word, direct our attentions toward spiritual matters, and enhance our communal worship experience. This fall, you are invited to join the Acolyte Ministry at Highlands. All you have to do is attend one of our training sessions. Lunch will provided and training takes about an hour. Acolyte training is open to everyone: adults, youth, and children fourth grade and older. All currently trained acolytes are also encouraged to attend a training session.

Acolyte Training will take place over two Sundays; it is important to attend both sessions!
April 19 and 26 at 9:15 a.m. in the Sanctuary

UAB Choir Spring Concert

7:00 p.m. in the Sanctuary

More information TBD

Need a break? Join the women of Highlands for a relaxed social gathering at Panera Bread in Vestavia Hills on Tuesday, March 10 at 7:00 pm. No agenda, no book to read – just friends fellowshipping together.

Contact: Lauri Soong – laurisoong@hotmail.com

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

Acolyte Training

Being an acolyte at Highlands is more than just wearing a robe and carrying a torch or processional cross - it is an act of praise and service to God, and your church family. Acolytes illuminate the Word, direct our attentions toward spiritual matters, and enhance our communal worship experience. This fall, you are invited to join the Acolyte Ministry at Highlands. All you have to do is attend one of our training sessions. Lunch will provided and training takes about an hour. Acolyte training is open to everyone: adults, youth, and children fourth grade and older. All currently trained acolytes are also encouraged to attend a training session.

Acolyte Training will take place over two Sundays; it is important to attend both sessions!
April 19 and 26 at 9:15 a.m. in the Sanctuary

United Women in Faith Meeting

Highlands United Women in Faith will meet at the church on Monday, April 13 at 11:00 am. Our guest presenter will be Rev. Melissa Self Patrick. Lunch will follow for $12 with reservation.

Contact: Mary Beth Lloyd – mblloyd85@yahoo.com
Lunch RSVP: Suzanne Hoye – srhoye@live.com

Church Office Closed - Easter Monday

The church office will be closed Monday, April 6. We will resume normal business hours on Tuesday, April 7. Happy Easter!

Easter Sunday Service of Holy Communion and Celebration of the Resurrection

The Reverend Mikah Hudson, 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.

Download worship bulletin.

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.

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.

Download worship bulletin.

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.

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.

Download worship bulletin.

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.

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 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.

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.

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.

Join us for a simple service of Holy Communion each Tuesday in Lent. Lunch will follow in the Fellowship Hall for $12.

March 31
Elizabeth Goodrich
Thank You Books

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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

Lenten Labyrinth - Sundays at 3 PM

During the Lenten season, Jettye Davis will gently facilitate a time and space for prayer, quiet listening, and reflection. This contemplative walk offers a meaningful way to slow down, release what weighs on the heart, and open yourself to God’s grace and renewal. The labyrinth will be available in the Chancel each Sunday in March from 3 to 4 pm. Come and go as your schedule allows!

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.

Palm Sunday Social - March 29

Join us on Palm Sunday, March 29 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 Palm Sunday.

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.

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 March 29. 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.