Remember The Least, Remember The Nations
Dear High Street Family,
My name is Eriq Truitt-Reed and I am so excited to be worshiping with you this Sunday. And as I was reflected on the past couple months for myself and praying for our time together, I felt stirred to remind us that our God and our Saviour is a God of all nations and for all peoples.
Jesus reminds us that the way we respond to “the least of these” matters to Him(Matthew 25:40). The Kingdom of God has always had a particular concern for those who are overlooked, forgotten, and pushed to the margins.
But God’s heart is bigger than our immediate surroundings. From the promise to Abraham that “all peoples on earth will be blessed through you”(Genesis 12:3), to Jesus’ command to “make disciples of all nations”(Matthew 28:19), Scripture continually pulls our eyes outward.
We remember the least of thesebecause they matter to Jesus. And we remember the nationsbecause they matter to Jesus.
So let’s refuse to let familiarity shrink our compassion. Let’s see the person in front of us—and the peoples beyond us—as those whom God desires to redeem, restore, and bring into His Kingdom (Revelation 7:9).
Remember the least. Remember the nations. Remember that the heart of God is to reach and embrace the many.
In Him,
Eriq
Testimony Sunday- See Last Sunday’s Testimonies
What an inspiration and encouragement it was to hear such profound and pivotal testimonies last Sunday here at HSCC, and to pray and be with one another in our stories of faith and challenge! Did you miss it?
Click here to watch, hear, and participate in your heart as you experience Testimony Sunday
This Sunday we have Eriq Truitt-Reed (Chi Alpha Director and so much more!) as our Guest Speaker. Be ready to come and hear his words from the Lord for us.
Announcements
Announcing lil’ Lippman! We are still getting to know him to see what God might want to name this precious gift. Born at home like a dream, surrounded by his siblings and Dada, safe and sound. We’re praising Jesus for this little baby boy and what a peaceful and sweet experience this has been.- Pastor Dave and Keri
Meal Train- Want to help the Lippman Family as they transition with a new baby in the home (and try to rest)? Many have asked about how to help… Please see this Meal Train link that you can click on to provide a meal, gift card, or financial gift: .https://mealtrain.com/ge39r3
Pastor Dave on Paternity Leave- Pastor Dave is on Paternity Leave Aug 2nd-Sept 13th with guest speakers planned during this time. Questions or needs can be addressed to the Pastoral Leadership Team (PLT): Norm, Nick, Mark (or David), or you can contact Cori in the church office and you will be connected to the person, team or liaison needed.
Parents Night Out- Friday August 21st, 6:00-8:30pm, Kids Building
Please see flyer above for events sponsored by our Kids Ministry with Zoe Leones, Kids Director leading. Events include: monthly Parents Night Out! Contact Zoe for more information or to RSVP your child for Parent’s Night Out.
Please see flyer above for events sponsored by our Kids Ministry with Zoe Leones, Kids Director leading. Events include: monthly Parents Night Out! Contact Zoe for more information or to RSVP your child for Parent’s Night Out.
All City Worship Night 2026- Friday, August 7th Loft Coffee at 7pm
A night of Unity through worship and community for young adults in Santa Cruz County. This is open to all young adults in Santa Cruz county. Always love bringing the churches together to worship as the big C church and we hope that High Street will be part of it.
The Show- Saturday, August 8th Camp Santa Cruz at 2:30pm
A one day Christian Worship Artist showcase, "The Show" is going to feature original songs from worship leaders around the Santa Cruz area. This will be a fun, exciting, creative and inspiring gathering of culture-makers who are leading voices in what God is doing among the churches and communities in Santa Cruz. Plus, it's free and any donations go to support local missions. It's all run by Chaney Simmons who has been a wonderful guest worship leader for us at High Street. So make sure to put this on your calendar!
Mount Hermon Retreat Labor Day Weekend September 4-7th for ALL AGES!
We are going as a church family to the Mount Hermon Christian Conference Center for a Labor Day weekend retreat! Please sign up now (each on your own) through the link for the Program Only option (no housing or meals). This allows us to be together for their bible teaching and fun activities, worship, campfires, smores on the recreation field, etc. while keeping the cost lower! Camperships also available through Mount Hermon.
Register now by clicking on above green link, then scroll down to Labor Day September 4-7th and click on “Register Without Housing” on website. (Each family has to register on their own).
We plan to gather for lunch together each day as well!
Cost for Program Only Registration:$237 adults 13 and older, $189 children ages 4-12, Toddlers ages 0-3 are free.
*Afternoon/evening activities and swimming are included in this registration or swimming only passes can be purchased by Summer registrants for $6/person for guests. Mount Hermon residents can attend the program talks for free if registered for the Summer.
Contact Cori for coordination and/or questions at cori@hscchurch.org
