Upcoming & Ongoing Events

Ongoing

Men's Breakfast

Join us the last Friday of each month at 8:00 AM for our Men’s Breakfast at Country Kitchen.

It's a great time for fellowship, conversation, and starting the day with good food and good company.

Whether you're a regular or it’s your first time, we’d love to see you there!

Introducing:

Faith Matters

When: Sundays at 11:30 am

Where: Church Parlor

For years, our Sunday morning adult education program has been known as “Adult Forum.” While meaningful in its intent, the name hasn’t always reflected the heart of what we’re doing together. Beginning this fall, we’re reintroducing the program with a new name: Faith Matters.

The name carries a double meaning: we gather to talk about the matters of faith — scripture, theology, contemporary issues, and how our beliefs shape daily life. And it’s also a reminder that faith matters — it is vital, relevant, and worth engaging deeply.

Faith Matters will begin Sunday, September 21st at 11:30 a.m. in the Parlor, following fellowship. It’s a time for conversation, learning, and connection as we explore how our faith speaks into the world around us. Everyone is welcome to pull up a chair, bring your questions, and join the dialogue.

September

Kick-Off Sunday

September 14th!

Mark your calendars and join us for a joyful start to the new program year!

During worship, we’ll celebrate our Blessing of the Backpacks—kids, youth, and adults are encouraged to bring backpacks, briefcases, or bags to receive a prayer for the year ahead.

After worship, stick around for a potluck lunch, fun, and games for all ages! It’s a great chance to reconnect, meet new faces, and enjoy time together as a church family.

We’ll also be relaunching our Christian Education program for the fall—more details coming soon.

Come ready to worship, celebrate, and kick off the season together!

New Members Class

The next membership class will be held Sunday, September 21st after worship.

The following Saturday, September 27th, all of the class members are invited to the Rundells' home for a supper.

During worship on October 5th those who wish to join will be welcomed to the congregation as new members.

For more information contact Judy Rundell - j rundell2@comcast.net.

Past Events

Where:
Highland Park Presbyterian Church
When:
- Friday, Aug. 22nd, 8AM-5PM
- Saturday, Aug. 23rd, 8AM-1PM
Where: Memorial Park
405 Laurel Ave, Highland Park, IL 60035
When: July 6th
On the first Sunday after Independence Day, we gather with our sisters and brothers from Trinity Episcopal Church for a single, shared service in the park directly across from our church.

This tradition was born in the aftermath of the July 4th tragedy as a way to stand together—mourning, healing, and hoping—while proclaiming the love of Christ in the open air of our community. Three years later it has become a cherished moment of unity and joy, reminding us that worship can knit our hearts together even beyond church walls.

Bring a lawn chair or blanket, wear comfortable summer attire, and join us at 10:00 AM on July 6 as we lift our voices, break bread, and celebrate God’s grace side by side.
All are welcome—neighbors, friends, visitors, and anyone who longs for peace and companionship.
In the event of rain Trinity will host the service.

“How good and pleasant it is when God’s people live together in unity!” — Psalm 133:1
Begin Worship in the Chapel
When: June 9-13th, 9am-11:30am
Where: HPPC Chapel
At True North Vacation Bible School, kids discover what it means to trust Jesus in a wild world! Kids participate in memorable Bible learning activities, sing catchy songs, play teamwork-building games, enjoy yummy treats, experience one-of-a-kind Bible adventures, collect Bible Memory Buddies to remind them of Jesus’ love, and test out sciency-fun experiments they’ll never forget. Plus, kids will learn to look for evidence of God all around them through something called God Sightings. Each day concludes with a Compass Closing that gets everyone involved in living what they’ve learned.
Sign up here: https://forms.gle/2qDCeu3eMK8cdtxf8
Graduation Sunday and Church Picnic- June 8th, 2025
Join us in welcoming our new music director Steve Greene.
Join us as we celebrate the recipients of this year's scholarships, Gracie Collins and Jim Shivak.
On the Sunday after Easter, April 27, we will welcome our neighbors from Trinity Episcopal Church for a joint worship service here at Highland Park Presbyterian. Worship will begin at our regular time, 10:00 AM. This is a beautiful opportunity to come together in the spirit of resurrection and unity. We hope you’ll join us for this shared celebration of faith and community!
When: Sunday, April 20, 2025, at 10:00 AM
Where: The Sanctuary
Celebrate the resurrection of our Lord Jesus Christ with us on Easter Sunday! The service will be a joyful celebration of Christ's victory over death and a time of hope and renewal. We look forward to worshiping together in this season of resurrection.
We hope you can join us for these special services as we observe the sacred days of Holy Week and celebrate the hope of Easter!
When: Friday, April 18, 2025, at 7:30 PM
Where: The Sanctuary
We will observe Good Friday with a joint service with Northshore Unitarian Universalist Church. This service will be a time of reflection and solemn remembrance as we mark the crucifixion of Jesus. Please join us for this powerful and contemplative service as we enter into the depths of the story of our salvation.
When: Thursday, April 17, 2025, at 6:00 PM
Where: Upstairs Dining Room
On Maundy Thursday, we will gather for a special Agape Feast, a simple meal shared in fellowship as we remember the Last Supper. The word "Agape" means selfless love, and this meal is a symbolic act of love and communion with one another. As we partake in this meal, we reflect on Christ's command to love one another, as He loved us. All are welcome to join us for this meaningful time together.
We invite you to join us for our Ash Wednesday service on Wednesday, March 5 at 7:00 PM in the sanctuary. This meaningful service will include the Imposition of Ashes, marking the beginning of the Lenten season—a time of reflection, repentance, and renewal. We hope you will come and worship with us as we prepare our hearts for Easter.
All are welcome! If you have any questions or need more information, please contact the church office.
Join us Sundays at 4pm in the library. Our current book is the groundbreaking work The Gnostic Gospels by Elaine Pagels. This fascinating book delves into the discovery of ancient Christian texts hidden for centuries in the Egyptian desert, shedding new light on the early Christian movement. Pagels explores the diversity of beliefs in the early church, the struggles over authority, and the profound questions these texts raise about faith, spirituality, and the nature of God.
Why join us?
Challenge and Expand Your Understanding: Discover how early Christians wrestled with questions that still resonate today—about Jesus, the nature of divine authority, and what it means to live a life of faith.
Engage in Thoughtful Conversation: This isn’t just a history lesson. It’s an opportunity to reflect on how these ancient writings can speak to our modern spiritual journeys.
Build Community: Share insights, ask big questions, and connect with others in meaningful dialogue.
No prior knowledge is needed—just a curious mind and an open heart. Whether you’ve been part of our discussions before or are looking for a new way to engage, we’d love for you to join us.