“Highwater Congregational Church, United Church of Christ, will be an active family of faith in North Central Licking County, dedicated to building awareness of God, Jesus Christ and the Holy Spirit through meaningful worship, diverse service, and genuine fellowship.”
​ - Mission Statement

Author Archives: JANINE SHIPLEY


Summer Kids Lunch Program


We will provide lunch every Tuesday to children at the St. Louisville Ballpark starting May 27 and running through August 12. We need volunteers to prep & serve walking tacos. Everything is provided – all you need to do is brown the ground beef and stir in the seasoning. Signup at  https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0448ABA92FA1F94-56621032-taco

Mary Miller guest speaker on April 27


Join us for a new series, beginning the Sunday after Easter, focusing on surprising acts of God in the book of Acts. Our series will begin with “Holy Humor Sunday” on April 27, featuring the comedy of our very own Mary Miller.

Holy Week Service Schedule


Sunday, April 13 – Palm Sunday – kids palm parade at the 10:30 service. Thursday, April 17– Community “Maundy Thursday” Service – 7:00pm – Utica Presbyterian Church Friday, April 18 – Good Friday Observances: •12:00 – 12:45pm – Newark Area service at   Holy Trinity Lutheran Church •12:00 – 3:00pm – Stations of the Cross available at Highwater Church •7:00pm – Utica Area service at Utica United Methodist Church Sunday, April 20 – Easter Observances – Highwater: •8:30am & 10:30am – Worship Service 9:30am – Easter egg hunt & brunch

Genealogy Club


*** The Genealogy Club is taking the summer off *** The Genealogy Club meets monthly on the 3rd Tuesday at 6:30 pm, resuming in September. All are welcome to come learn about resources to discover your roots from our resident expert – Eydie Keim.

Lenten Book Study


Thursdays at noon during Bible Study throughout Lent we will be reading Good Enough by Kate Bowler. Come join the discussion. All are welcome.

Rev. Stephanie McLemore speaking March 23


Guest Pastor on March 23, 2025 at both the 8:30 and 10:30 services. Pastor Gladys is on vacation. Our guest speaker will be Rev. Stephanie McLemore, Director of Spiritual Life at Denison University.


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