This Sunday, August 2, 2026
The Tenth Sunday after Pentecost
9:45 am: Sunday School for all ages
11:00 am: Holy Eucharist, Rite II
The Lessons:
Isaiah 55:1-5
Psalm 145: 8-9, 15-22
Romans 9:1-5
Matthew 14:13-21
Did You Miss Sunday’s Sermon?
This week’s sermon podcast is now available:
From the Bishop
Bishop Jake Owensby offers thoughtful reflections for people seeking meaning, depth, and wisdom through The Woodlands: A Place to Explore the Way of Jesus.
His current series, “What We’re Looking For,” explores our spiritual longings, the search for meaning, and where the infinite finds us.
Have a Prayer Request?
Whatever you may be carrying, you do not have to carry it alone.
You can share your prayer requests with Father John by clicking the link below:
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Kneeling Cushions!
The first batch (25) of kneeling cushions has arrived, and many more are on their way. A guide for when to use them during the service will be in the bulletin this Sunday.
An Episcopal Dictionary of the Church has this to say about kneeling:
A traditional posture of prayer in which one’s weight rests on the knees. The pews of many churches have “kneelers” or cushions to protect the knees of those who kneel to pray. Kneeling to pray may express penitence, supplication, and humility. Depending on local custom and personal piety, worshipers may kneel to offer private prayer, during the prayers of the people, while saying the general confession and receiving absolution, during the Great Thanksgiving, to receive communion at the altar rail, during the prayer of thanksgiving after communion, and to receive the blessing. The more traditional of the two invitations to the confession of sin in the Rite 1 eucharistic liturgy (BCP, p. 330) includes a direction for the congregation to make their “humble confession to Almighty God, devoutly kneeling.”
Upcoming Events
Senior Lunch
Every Tuesday at noon, in the gym, $5.
Join us each Tuesday for food, conversation, and fellowship.
Visions Chapel
Tuesday, August 4, at 9:30 am
Visions of Hope at Volunteers of America
2920 Knight Street, Shreveport
Learn more about our Visions of Hope team here
Join us for a brief time of prayer and faithful presence with our neighbors at Visions of Hope.
Highland Thrift Shop
Every Tuesday and Saturday, 10:00 am–2:00 pm
Shop—or donate gently used items you no longer need!
The Transfiguration of Our Lord
Thursday, August 6, 4:00 pm Healing Eucharist
Blessing of Students and Teachers
Sunday, August 9, during the 11:00 am service
As a new school year begins, we will offer a special blessing for all students, teachers, administrators, and school staff. Bring your backpacks, book bags, or other symbols of your work and studies as we pray for the year ahead.
Veterans’ Birthdays and Cake
Monday, August 10, at 4:00 pm
VOA Veterans Transitional Living Center, 453 Jordan Street, Shreveport
Our Veterans Team will gather to celebrate residents’ birthdays and share cake and fellowship. Learn more about our Veterans Team here.
Men’s Night and Ladies’ Night:
Tuesday, August 11, at 6:00 pm
Save the date for an evening of food and fellowship!
Men’s Night: Notini’s in Bossier City
Ladies’ Night: Location to be announced
Mission Council (Vestry) Meeting
Wednesday, August 12, 5:30 pm
St. Francis’ Night at Highland Blessing Dinner
Our night to host and serve tables.
Thursday, August 27, 5:00 pm (If you can, come earlier than 5:00 pm to help set tables.
The Highland Center Gym: 520 Olive Street
Learn more about our Highland Blessing Dinner team here.
For more events and weekly updates, visit our church calendar.