Colonial Heights Presbyterian Church is a congregation that 

values a diversity of belief. Whether you're full of faith or full of doubt, 

you'll find people who have been there and accept you for where you are.

We welcome all people to worship, pray, eat, seek spiritual answers, and enjoy life within this community of faith. All are welcome!

The CHPC Youth Group had such a fantastic time this past weekend at the Holston Presbytery Youth Retreat! This was the first time that we had a group of middle schoolers be able to join us on the trip to Holston and they had the time of their lives! Our high schoolers did a great job of welcoming and including them and making them feel at home at camp. And we had such a great time making friends with other youth from the different churches in our area that were able to join us.

Because of the recent Hurricane that hit western North Carolina; the zip lines, the ropes course, and practically every trail was inaccessible due to downed trees. While this was unfortunate, it did not keep us from having a good time. In fact, it presented us with an opportunity to give back to the Camp that has given us so much. We were able to spend time on our retreat sorting through donated goods. This small act of organizing used clothes went a long way in helping the greater community around Holston Camp. Overall, it was a fantastic weekend and we can't wait until next year's retreat!

Sunday's Scripture:

1 Kings 17:8-16, NRSV

Mark 12:38-44, NRSV

Sermon Title:

"Doubling Down"

Wish to worship with us again or during the week? Click below to view last week's worship service.

The last Intergenerational Bible Study and Thanksgiving Supper happens this Sunday, November 17 at 5:00 pm in the Gym. All are welcome to bring your favorite holiday dish to share for a pot luck supper before we study the final chapter of the Sermon on the Mount. The children will have their own fun, music, and learning while Adults and Youth study Matthew 7 together. All are welcome and hope to see you there!

One of the qualities that makes our Church Family so special is that God has given us a heart for mission. We care about meeting our neighbor's needs and one new way we are can respond is through what is called, The Care Portal. The Care Portal is an online network in partnership with SMILE Foster Closet that identifies and verifies needs of children & families in several of the Kingsport City Elementary Schools. Colonial Heights Presbyterian Church is happy to be one of its community partners responding to those needs.

The Missions Committee has identified an immediate opportunity to help by providing a washing machine for a 22-year-old mother of a 7-month-old that is starting over after having left an abusive relationship. She has a place to live and has managed to acquire the basics but still needs a washer and dryer. The Church already has access to a drying machine through our partnership with SMILE (left from our yard sale). If you or anyone you know has a washing machine in good working order that you would like to donate, please call the Church Office. We will take care of the delivery.

Thank you for being a church on mission,

 -Your Missions Committee

And don't forget about our ongoing commitment to loving, supporting, and providing for our neighbors through the Blessing Box. As the weather continues to get colder, we must continue helping those in need through this simple yet important ministry. Below is a suggested list of supplies and any donations may be placed in the collection baskets in the Narthex.

CHPC and Colonial Heights Christian Church are partnering again to provide food boxes for local families in need of a meal on Thanksgiving. Please pick up an item suggestion card and cardboard box from the parlor. Filled boxes will be collected from now until Sunday, November 24 and may be dropped off at the church office throughout the week. Thank you for supporting this local mission opportunity!

Dear CHPC Family,

Many thanks to our pastor and church family that prayed and sent cards during this difficult time of losing our granddaughter--Sophie Noel Gough.

Peace of Christ,

Al & Denise Doty

Advent is just around the corner and CHPC will be focusing on a familiar passage from Isaiah 9 this upcoming Christmas Season. All are welcome to read the short book, "Names for the Messiah" by Walter Brueggemann, and participate in small group discussions about each of the four chapters. Books are available in the Narthex for $10.00. Please speak with David if you would like to find a small group or Sunday School class to participate in. 

The CHPC Christmas Memorial Gifts program is for those who wish to give a memorial gift to honor or remember those special people who have been a part of our lives. You may choose to give a poinsettia that will be used to decorate the church this season or a monetary contribution to our Renovation Fund. The cost for a poinsettia is $10. All names will be printed in the bulletin on Sunday, December 22. Poinsettias may be picked up after the Christmas Eve service. Order forms are available in the narthex and should be ordered by November 24. Please make any monetary contributions by December 15.

Our connectional church continues responding to the needs of those affected by Hurricane Helene. Your generous support of these efforts is a gift of God’s grace and love at this time when our sisters and brothers in Christ continue to rebuild after this devastating storm. We worship a God of resurrection, who can bring back life out of destruction, healing out of disaster, and hope out of despair. Thank you for your prayers, your attention to our neighbor’s needs, and your willingness to be a helper in Christ's name!

Did you know the United Way maintains a website with various volunteer opportunities throughout our greater community? Click here to visit the Volunteer United website for Tennessee to see how you can get involved. Filter to newest first and scan for Hurricane needs that are scattered among other needs from local orgs. Below are a few opportunities our Mission Committee think could be a good fit for our CHPC folks:



• Unicoi County: Disaster Relief - General Laborer 
• Hurricane Helene Damage Cleanup at Camp Davy Crockett 

One specific way you can serve locally is by volunteering at Bristol Motor Speedway (BMS). The BMS relief center feeds supplies to the Multi-Agency Resource Centers that are in each of the affected counties. You can learn more about being a helping hand in the warehouse for a three hour shift here. Thanks to the generosity of the Tri-Cities Community, their needs list has also been updated to name monetary donations as their other needed resource. Their Facebook page is also a great resource to follow to learn more about how you can plug in to help.

Thank you for prayerfully considering how God has "Called" us to minister as a church family in the upcoming year. Additional stewardship packets are available in the Narthex and any financial questions may be addressed to Sarah Johnson in the office.

The Children's Choir practices this Sunday, November 17, after worship in the choir room. All children ages 3-11 are welcome to come, sing, and play! Please contact either Emily Broadhead or Carolyn Barry with any questions.

Sunday School Classes continue this Sunday after worship at 11:15 am. The Disciples Class meets in room 218 to discuss a lesson from the Wired Word, and the Remnant Class meets in room 221 to discuss the scripture from that morning’s service. Contact David to learn more about either class or to get involved in other Christian Discipleship opportunities.

The Youth Group will join the rest of the church for the Thanksgiving Supper and Bible Study this Sunday evening. Regular Youth bible study resumes on Sunday, November 24.

Save the Date for CHPC's Annual Congregational Christmas Celebration after worship on Sunday, December 8. All are welcome to enjoy a nice lasagna lunch and are asked to bring a salad, side, or sweet to share. Stick around for fun and games afterwards before two groups head out into the community to Christmas Carol at 1:30 pm that afternoon.

The Women's Ministry hosts a Christmas Celebration on Sunday, December 15 at 2:00 pm in the gym complete with a White Elephant gift exchange! Please bring a gift that is used, created, or new (10 dollars or less) to share. Additionally, let's add to the holiday cheer by bringing a favorite finger food or dessert to share. This gathering's missional support is for the Blessing Box and all are encouraged to bring an item to stock the box for those in need. Speak with Teresa Strickler or Ramona Wise to learn more.

The Midweek Bible Study continues each Wednesday from 3-4:00 pm in the Parlor. All are welcome to enjoy this lively discussion about the upcoming lectionary readings used on Sunday mornings. Contact Lisa Pecorini if you would like to participate or know more!

CHPC hosts a special prayer gathering each Wednesday evening in the church parlor at 6:30 pm. This weekly experience meets for a 30 minute intentional time of communal prayer and contemplation. All are welcome to come by and drop in as we turn to the Lord and listen for the movement of God’s Holy Spirit.

All items for the weekly online newsletter should be emailed to Mary at office@chpres.org by noon on Wednesday.

Prayer Requests 

Emily Bowman, Joyce Callahan, Ramona Gothard, Barbara Holt,

Beverly Shelton, , Boyd Holder, Bethany Thompson, Bonnie Cole,

Julius Maikis, Dixie Keith, Charles Gibson, Richard Crawford,

Donna Whitson, Denise and Al Doty, Jonathan and Brenda Hutchins,

Family of Joy Weber (Marissa Paulsen's grandmother),

Dennis Vaughn (Denise Doty's brother)



Health Care/ Assisted Living Facilities

Ginny Snow, Sue Fortney, Charles and Linda Gibson,

Betty McMillin, Wayne & Millie Pruett