Church News
Here are some of the latest news and announcements about things happening in our Church.
ATTENTION:
Sunday school is held each Sunday at 9:15. Go directly to your class.
The Sanctuary class is broadcast live on Facebook each Sunday at 9:15.
Church will be held at 10:00 each Sunday in the sanctuary. Notice will be provided in advance on Facebook and by calling post messages if changes occur.
Worship services will also be live on Facebook, YouTube and Mixlr.
Pastor’s Note
Rooted in the SON, this summer / Jeremiah 17:7-8
7 “Blessed is the man who trusts in the Lord, And whose hope is the Lord.
8 For he shall be like a tree planted by the waters,Which spreads out its roots by the river, And will not fear when heat comes; But its leaf will be green, and will not be anxious in the year of drought, Nor will cease from yielding fruit.
Just like a tree rooted near the water in the summer sun, this passage reminds us Jesus is the source of life. Stay rooted in Him through prayer and His Word, and you will flourish in the summer sun.
In Christ Alone,
Preacher Ronnie
June at a glance
No Wednesday night activities
Sunday June 21st:
Happy Father’s Day
Sunday School- 9:15 AM
Worship -10:00 AM
Conference after worship
Save the date
July 4th:
Celebrating 250 years
July 10th-18th:
Holbrook Camp meeting 11:00AM, 8:00 PM
July 19th-25th:
Revival at HBC
10:45AM, 7:00PM
Rev. Kelly McCormick helping preacher Ronnie
July 26th:
Baptizing Sunday 10:00 AM
No Sunday School
Worship immediately following
August 7th,8th, & 9th:
Church camp @ Camp Pinnacle
August 16th:
Pastor & Church elections
August 30th:
Sunday School elections
October:
Pastor Appreciation month, trunk or treat TBD
November:
Turkey Shoot TBD
December:
Journey to Jesus, Adult Cantata, Children’s program TBD
VBS Recap
WOW, what an amazing week. God showed up in a mighty way. The weather was just perfect. 204+ children and youth came on our church grounds, transformed into Rain Forest Falls, and were loved, fed, and taught about Jesus. This all happened because of our 140+ volunteers. Everyone had a part in sharing the gospel, the hands and feet of Jesus, that left a lasting impression on these children. Thank you, thank you, thank you, to all that volunteered.
Our donations this year, went to the House of Hope, an outreach in our community that helps families with food, clothing and school supplies.
The collection for the week was $1000. Thank you!
Lastly, we wrapped up our week with precious souls saved and smiles on a whole lot of faces. Praise the Lord ! Children, youth and adults alike, grew closer to each other and to the one we serve, our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ.
Thank you to our fearless leaders, Haley and Kayla, your hard work paid off!
VBS RECEIPTS:
Please collect all your receipts for VBS, then put in an envelope with your name on it and give it to Edwin.
Thank you!
Church Camp News
Hightower Baptist Church Camp will be August 7-9, 2026 at Camp Pinnacle in Clayton, GA.
Young adults/children age 20 & below = FREE
Adults= $50 each
Spend two nights worshipping with our church family while enjoying fun activities, meaningful fellowship and time to grow in faith together. We can’t wait to share this memorable weekend with you!
Fellowship on the field (middle school and up) will be staying in the cabin (with chaperones) while younger children will stay in the lodge room with their parents/grandparents. Main Lodge rooms have three twin beds per room. As of now, there are only 12 lodge rooms left. If you want to attend, please fill out online form. Please see Clint & Michell or Edwin & Tabitha if you have any questions.
THANK YOU
Church Camp Registration
Congratulations Graduates
High School: Hunter Cantrell, Journey Cowart, Sawyer Cowart, Spence Griffeth, Trevor Payne, Emma Russell, Weston Wilkie
College: Josh Ledford, Ava Martin, Riley Smith, Kristin Turner
Masters: Lily Cochran, Jackson Gilleland
Specialist: Charm Cochran, Taylor Seay, Whitney Wilkie
Doctorate: Brooke Bobo Melton
Address changes
Helen Pruitt
The Retreat of Canton
3333 East Cherokee Dr.
Canton, Ga 30115
Dave and Malenthia Odum
2473 Jordan Rd.
Talking Rock, GA 30175
July 4th 1776-2026
We celebrate the 4th of July, also known as Independence Day, to commemorate the adoption of the Declaration of Independence In 1776.
The formal declaration served as a rally cry-that all People have fundamental rights to life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness. We as Christian’s, celebrate both our national Liberty and our spiritual freedom. “God bless America”, “America The Beautiful” are just a few of the songs that honor God and country. As the choir sings, “Here in America, in God we still Trust”.
As we celebrate 250 years this July 4th let’s praise God for all He has blessed us with and that HE is still Lord of All.
Sunday School News
Lessons for June:
June 7th: Ephesians 1
June 14th: Ephesians 2
June 21st: Ephesians 3
June 28th: Ephesians 4
Our Average Attendance for May was 105.
The 5th Sunday collection for the food and clothing bank was $1500.
Come join us in Sunday School as we begin our study in Ephesians.
WMU News
We are taking a break during the summer months. WMU will meet on August 24th.
Food Trays for June are Hannah, Valerie and Debbie J.
Fellowship on the Field
We are taking a break during the summer months. Fellowship on the Field will resume September 9th.
Have a fun, safe summer!
Kingdom Kids
We are taking a break during the summer months. Kingdom Kids will resume September 9th.
Have a fun, safe summer!
Adult Choir News
A wonderful time to become part of the choir.
Prayer Requests
Valerie Cheshire
Rhonda Cochran
Frankie Edge
Family of Laurie Floyd (Blayne’s mother)
Gene & Jo Gilleland
Betty & David Hester
Todd Ledford
Ric & Linda Moore (Friends of George Lathem)
David & Joyce Owens (Malenthia’s parents)
Janine Perkins (Daughter of Dwayne Johnson)
Stanley Pinyan
Bill Pruitt
Gene Pruitt
Helen Pruitt
Lucille Rich
Debbie Rucker
Betty Jo Turpin
Barbara Wheeler
Gene Wheeler
Peggy Wheeler
Herman Wilkie
Loretta Wright
** Please help us keep the prayer list current by adding or omitting as needed. Thank you for your help. **
Church Information
Venmo is @Hightowerbaptist-Church
Our physical address:
3444 Hightower Rd.
Ball Ground, GA 30107
Mailing address:
PO Box 569
Ball Ground, GA 30107
Email address: hightowerclerk@rocketmail.com
For those needing donation receipts for your tax purposes, please email those requests to me.
Thanks, Edwin Wilkie, Church Clerk
Church Directory Updates
Carol Carnes
833 Spruce Avenue
Canton, GA 30114
Stanley & Rhonda Cochran
1000 Hube Turner Rd.
Canton, GA 30115
Gene and Jo Gilleland
704 Owens Circle
Canton, GA 30115
470-863-9322
770-757-2213
Trey & Haley Howell
243 Trenton Lane
Canton, GA 30115
Scott Huskins
678-793-7422
Mark & Debbie Jones
1038 Gaddis Rd
Canton, GA 30115
Diane Martin
678-234-6990
718 E. Pierson Dr.
Lynn Haven, FL. 32444
Dave and Malenthia Odum
2473 Jordan Rd.
Talking Rock, GA 30175
Karen Parrott
3100 Taylor St.
Canton, GA 30114
Karen: 678-910-7208
Ronny & Rilla Price
8350 Ball Ground Rd
Cumming, GA 30028
Rilla 770-656-1333
Ronny 404-772-1382
Helen Pruitt
The Retreat of Canton
3333 East Cherokee Dr.
Canton, Ga 30115
Lucille Rich
50 Cagle Mill Rd. Unit 4
Jasper, GA 30143
Virginia Wyatt
540 Gold Rush Ct.
Ball Ground, GA 30107
678-897-3930
Church Officers
Pastor: Ronnie McCormick
Church Clerk: Edwin Wilkie, Asst. Coy Cochran
Song Leader: Ronnie Price, Asst. Steve Pressley
Pianist: Regina Groover, Asst. all others that play
Organ: Tabitha Wilkie, Asst. Wanda Harbor
Church Announcements: Chad Cochran, Asst. Trey Howell
Sound System: Brian Wallace, Asst. Tony Porter, Tim Perkins, Calista Odum,
Lance Carnes, Heath Wilkie, Westin Wilkie
Church Maintenance: Phil Cochran, Edwin Wilkie, Earl Turpin
Fellowship Hall Maintenance: Randy Wilkie, Lance Carnes
Cemetery Committee: Heath Wilkie, Randy Wilkie, Coy Cochran
Sunday School Teachers and Officers 2025-2026
Sunday School Teachers:
Nursery: Shanna Wilbanks, Director
1st: Megan & Julie
2nd: Judy & Kayla
3rd: Shanna & Marla
4th: Haley & Jamie Bobo
(Pre-K ) 3,4 & 5 Years thru 2nd grade: Emily Reinhart, Director
3rd-5th Grade: Kelly Wilkie, Director, Rebecca Price
Middle School: Adam Barton, Director, Trey Howell, Bake Cochran. Chris Sterling
High School: Walker Wilkie, Director
Chad Cochran, Kyle Wilkie
College/ Young Adult Class: Edwin & Tabitha Wilkie
ARK Class: Corey Bobo, Tonya Carnes, Wyatt Wilkie, Randy Wilkie
Middle Adult Class (Empty Nesters): Cindy McCormick, Heath Wilkie, Cory Bobo, Reese Reinhard
Sanctuary Class: Clint Smith
Officers:
Children’s Choir: Charm Cochran
Youth Choir: Megan Barton & Taylor Boles
VBS Directors: Haley Howell & Kayla Floyd
Christmas Gift Coordinator: Annsley Cochran
Sunday School Leadership Team: Phil Cochran, Clint Smith & Emily Reinhart.
Christmas Baskets, Decorate Church, Easter Sunrise Breakfast: ARK class
Hightower Deacon Board
Randy Wilkie – Chairman
Lance Carnes
Chad Cochran
Coy Cochran
Ron Cooper
Thomas Heard
Tim Perkins
Ronny Price
Gene Wheeler
Edwin Wilkie
Heath Wilkie
Lanny Wilkie
Wyatt Wilkie