Highland Presbyterian Church

04/22/2026

Penn Square Opera is performing at Highland this evening as part of our Highland Performing Arts series, and we hope you’ll join us!

You'll experience an evening of reflection, beauty, and storytelling during the concert, which features cast members from Penn Square Opera's upcoming productions of Trouble in Tahiti and The Filthy Habit. This special program showcases their versatility through a rich mix of sacred music, from classical favorites to contemporary works. You’ll hear familiar voices in a new light as themes of faith, hope, and humanity resonate through soaring melodies and intimate moments alike.

To enjoy the concert at 7:00 PM, please join us in person at Highland Presbyterian Church, or stream the concert here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bozOWE9Rws0

Come hear the amazing cast of our upcoming production present an evening of sacred classics. Free to the public!

04/16/2026

We’re so grateful for Lancaster Lebanon Habitat for Humanity and the meaningful work they do to build homes and hope in our communities. As Pastor Matt said, a house is something we create for one another, and that kind of care reflects the very heart of Highland’s mission to see, know, and love others!

Almost exactly 40 years ago, on May 1, 1986, the first board meeting of what was then known as the Lancaster Area Habitat for Humanity took place. The meeting was moderated by Highland Presbyterian’s Rev. Dr. Jim Hanna; also in attendance were the founders of our Habitat affiliate including Highland Presbyterian members Mike Mumma, Dick Peacock, Jack Toews and others.

Last Sunday was a bit of a homecoming as Highland Presbyterian Church invited Habitat to their house of worship for their special Highland in Action service, which focused on the importance of stable and affordable housing.

“A house is not just a structure, it’s something we create for each other,” said Rev. Matt Drumheller. “Caring for those who are housing insecure is an opportunity to encounter Christ.”

You can listen to Rev. Drumheller’s sermon “A Place to Belong” at the 22:22 mark of this video: https://www.youtube.com/live/kGinM70DxNI?si=DpdmFqNm8DzHxAiE

04/09/2026

Join our Matthew 25 Committee by participating in the nation’s largest and longest consecutively run Race Against Racism! Lancaster YWCA’s 28th RAR will be held on Saturday, April 25, at Musser Park in Lancaster City. You can run, walk, or stand along the 5K course to cheer on our Highland team racers. There will also be plenty of food, music, and activities throughout the event, beginning at 8:30 AM with a Kids Fun Run. Our Team Administrator will pick up the team’s t-shirts and racing bibs, and they will be available for pickup at the church office on the Thursday and Friday before the race. For more information, or if you have questions, please reach out to the church office!

Participate in a historic, family-friendly event at the longest running race against racism in the nation – YWCA Lancaster’s Race Against Racism 5K Run / Walk and Kids’ Fun Run – on Saturday, April 25!

The Team Registration deadline is Monday, April 13 -- so register to participate soon! Register your Team and all Team members by April 13 – to form your group and celebrate this meaningful day of community!

To ensure that you receive the Official 2026 Race Against Racism T-shirt in your preferred size – kindly register by April 13! After April 13, T-Shirts are available to individual participants on a first-come, first-served basis.

Make a positive impact through your involvement in this important day of community engagement – by running, walking, or participating in the 5K event – to promote unity throughout Lancaster County!

All ages are welcome to be a part of this transformative day – through the 5K Run / Walk, or the Kids’ Fun Run – for kids through age 12 – the event includes opportunities for the entire family!

Register and learn more at the Event Website: ywcalancaster.org/RAR

Event Details: YWCA Lancaster Race Against Racism 5K Run / Walk and Kids’ Fun Run
Date: Saturday, April 25
Location: Musser Park, Lancaster, PA

Kids’ Fun Run – 8:30 am
For kids through age 12. Registration is required.

5K Run / Walk – 9:00 am

Form a Team and register all Team members by April 13 – and celebrate this empowering day together with your friends, family, neighbors, colleagues, and classmates – and make a valuable difference!

Come together for this special experience highlighting community, impact, and solidarity -- to create lasting change!

04/01/2026

Holy Week, which began March 29 with Palm Sunday, brings several opportunities to worship together at Highland Presbyterian Church.

→ Maundy Thursday, April 2 at 5:45 PM
Those of all ages are invited to join us in the evening for a simple, shared meal, creative prayer, and Communion.

→ Good Friday, April 3 at 7:00 PM
We'll hold a contemplative Tenebrae service in the evening.

→ Easter Sunday, April 5 at 6:30 AM & 10:00 AM
At daybreak, we will celebrate the resurrection of Jesus Christ and the promise of new life in Him. Later that morning, we will gather again for our traditional Easter Sunday service.

Come as you are and walk with Highland through this sacred week of remembrance, reflection, and celebration.

03/26/2026

Join us this Saturday, March 28 at 10:00 AM for a morning of fun for all ages! Gather your family, friends, and neighbors and come celebrate with us. The day will be filled with exciting egg hunts, story time, crafts, games, face painting, and balloon animals. Kids will have plenty of chances to play, explore, and create memories together. This free community event is open to everyone, and we’d love to see you there!

03/22/2026

What a beautiful Bible Sunday at Highland this morning! We gave out bibles to our children and youth, reminisced about the special bibles given to us, and shared our favorite verses with one another. Our Ignite band joined us in worship and our chancel choir sang the classic Amy Grant song “Thy Word.” Pastor Allison wrapped three bibles in different wrapping paper to illustrate that the Bible is a gift given to the church, the story about God and God’s people, and a treasure to be cherished by all. There’s a lot going on in the world right now. If you want to be in a place of goodness and light, please join us at Highland. We’re sowing seeds of hope and kindness and doing our best to live in the ways of Jesus.

02/23/2026

It was a joy-filled Sunday at Highland! In the morning, we welcomed 18 new members! And in the afternoon, we installed Pastor Matt as our Associate Pastor for Mission and Discipleship! God is good!

02/18/2026

Today is Ash Wednesday, marking the beginning of the season of Lent. Highland Presbyterian Church invites you to enter this holy season through worship and prayer. We are offering three opportunities to gather today, February 18:

- Drop-In Imposition from 12:00 to 1:00 PM in the Chapel
- Family Service at 5:30 PM in Fellowship Hall
- Traditional Service at 7:00 PM in the Sanctuary

"For you are dust, and to dust you shall return."

02/09/2026

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02/09/2026

We were honored to be part of Highland Presbyterian’s service highlighting their dedication to the Lancaster community. The sermon, “Highland in Action,” lifted up the meaningful work happening alongside three partner organizations: Arch Street Center, Food Hub, and First Reformed Church.

After the service, we had the chance to spend time talking with members of the congregation - sharing stories, answering questions, and feeling all the good community vibes.

Huge thanks to Highland Presbyterian for your continued support of Arch Street Center and for showing up, again and again, for Lancaster. ❤️

12/17/2025

12/16/2025

Join us on Wednesday, December 24 for one of our Christmas Eve services. This is a time to pause amid the busyness of the season and come together in worship, reflection, and celebration. All are welcome as we gather to honor the hope and joy of Christmas in a meaningful and uplifting way!

⭐ 4:30 PM – A Family Christmas Pageant ⭐
Families are invited to a joyful, interactive Christmas Eve service where every child can be part of the story! Children may choose a provided costume (or bring their own) — angels, stars, shepherds, or animals — as we retell the Christmas Story through a simple, no-rehearsal pageant woven with carols, a creative biblical retelling, and a candlelit Silent Night in the Sanctuary (traditional candles for adults and battery-operated candles for children will be provided). This low-stress pageant allows kids to express their joy and feel seen, known, and loved as they choose their character and join in the unfolding of the Christmas story.

⭐ 8:00 PM – Traditional Candlelight Service ⭐
Our Traditional Candlelight Christmas Eve Service in the Sanctuary will be a beautiful and reverent celebration of Christ’s birth. This service features Scripture, carols, choir, and a thoughtful message as we enter the wonder of the Nativity story together. We will conclude with the beloved tradition of candlelight and “Silent Night,” filling the Sanctuary with warmth and hope as we welcome the Christ Child once again.