The Matthew 25 invitation focuses on Matthew 25: 31-46, the parable of the sheep and goats in which Jesus makes clear, that what we do matters to God and how we treat others is important to God. South Highland is a Matthew 25 congregation. Come back to this page for updates on SHPC’s Matthew 25 activities. For more information, contact Laura Chapman.
Update on Our Afghani Friends
by Laura Chapman Editor's Note: We received word near the end of August 2023 that the Akbarys' asylum application has been approved. Thanks be to God! It’s been 2 years since …
Matthew 25: An Imperative
When Columbia Theological Seminary president Dr. Victor Aloyo visited South Highland in May 2023, he made a big impression with impassioned preaching and teaching. One highlight of his visit was a …
Thinking Outside the Toolbox
I was quite moved during the construction of a Habitat home for the Tonnesha Banks family last fall. On my first day at the build, I noticed a blessing written on …
Inside Matthew 25 at SHPC
South Highland has now completed two years as part of the Matthew 25 Initiative. The goals for this initiative are described on the Presbyterian Mission website. Building congregational vitality by challenging …
New Year’s Resolutions
Are you looking for ways to keep your New Year’s Resolutions? The Matthew 25 Initiative suggests you consider volunteering to assist migrants arriving in Birmingham in January. Trinity West in Homewood …
A Year of Resettlement in Alabama
South Highland's Matthew 25 team partners with Inspiritus Birmingham to minister to refugees who have relocated to this area. Here is an update on the team's first year of service in …