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!

On Monday, March 2, Colonial Heights Presbyterian Church is going to try another new thing during this season of Lent. Three committees of the church - Missions, Faith Formation, and Congregational Family Life - will all gather in the sanctuary for a brainstorming meeting about how we might "feel, know, and share" the love of Christ the rest of this year, and we want you to join us!

Don't worry; showing up doesn't mean you'll be automatically added to a church committee. This is an opportunity for all of us as the Body of Christ to work together, and with the help of the Holy Spirit, to discern what God is calling our congregation to focus in the future. And that's where you - our church family - come in; we need your help! We need your thoughts and ideas: What would you like to see us do that will help Colonial Heights Presbyterian Church "feel, know and share the love of Jesus Christ?" What would you like to see us do to nurture your spiritual life? Is there something specific you'd like to learn more about? What about a specific missional project you'd like the church to look into supporting? Would you like to go to Dollywood again on another intergenerational field trip? Please join us on Monday, March 2 at 6:00 pm in the sanctuary for a devotional and brainstorming event like no other. Things will wrap up by 7:30 pm, or whenever the Spirit leads us all to go home.

Thank you in advance for taking the time to participate in this meaningful way. God is working through all of us and we ask that you please pray for all the ways God continues to be at work in our collective ministry. Please speak with David or any of the elders on Missions, Faith Formation, or Congregational Family life to learn more.

Colonial Heights Presbyterian Church begins a new sermon series from the Gospel of John as we look for the light of Christ throughout the season of Lent and beyond. Things kick off with the familiar passage about Jesus and Nicodemus from John 3. This Pharisee questions what it means to be born from above, and Christ replies, "For God so loved the world that he gave his only Son, so that everyone who believes in him may not perish but may have eternal life." (John 3:16, NRSV)

Lent is a time of reflection, repentance, and renewal that gives us the time to look at things in the light of day, that we've only been willing to look at during the dark of night. What sacrifices are we being asked to make, so that all the world may see the light of God's love? How is God calling us to be reborn this Lent as we prepare for the coming of Jesus's death and Christ's resurrection? May we keep walking with our Lord throughout these forty days as we look for the Good News of God's grace and love.

Sunday's Scripture:

Romans 4:1-5, 13-17, NRSV

John 3:1-21, NRSV

Sermon Title:

"For God So Loved The World"

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Click below to view last Sunday's service on "The Last Battle."

As part of our Lenten discipline, Colonial Heights Presbyterian Church is scheduling another Rise Against Hunger meal packing event on Sunday, April 12! This is the perfect way for us to celebrate the resurrection of our Lord on the Second Sunday of Easter. After a short service at 10:00 am in the sanctuary, we will go down to the gym and work together to package meals to help those in need. We will pour in rice and other food items, seal the bags, pack them in boxes, and load them onto a truck. Our challenge is to pack 16,750 meals in two hours. There are many different ways to serve during this event, from sitting down to count supplies, all the way to standing up to pack boxes. Please come and help us be the hands and feet of Jesus to the world!

Donations are currently being accepted to support this international ministry. Our goal is to raise almost $7000 and any extra donations will go to address food insecurity here at home through the work of Meals on Wheels of Colonial Heights. Please speak with Karen Dale or any member of the Missions Committee to learn more about how you can help!

CHPC's Lenten Suppers continue this Sunday, March 1! All are welcome to join us down in the gym to share in a meal and study God's Word together. Children, youth, and adults enjoy their own special discussions after supper at 5:30 pm and wrap up by 6:30 pm. This week's lesson focuses on the passages of Maundy Thursday: Psalm 23, John 13:1-17, and Psalm 116. Sunday's supper will be a baked potato bar with all the fixings. Spread the word and please invite your friends to attend, because there is always more room around Christ's Table!

Volunteers are needed after worship to set up tables and chairs in the gym. Please speak with Elder Steve Healy on on Sunday if you can help!

This first round of the new Colonial Heights Presbyterian Church swag is almost sold out! The Youth Group worked hard last year to put together the design that reflects their view of our church family: compassionate, charitable, uplifting, and accepting. It's amazing to hear this from our youth and we hope everyone feels this way about our wonderful congregation!

March 15 is the deadline to order the next batch of swag with Tyler Paulsen. Short-sleeve shirts will be $25, youth shirt sizes $20, and sweatshirts will be $35. Any monies raised will go to support the youth ministry as they remind us all of how God looks at each beloved child of God.

Do you, or someone you know, have the gift of music leadership and are ready to help others make a joyful noise in worship? Colonial Heights Presbyterian Church is looking for our next Praise Band Leader to enhance our blended worship service. Interested individuals should review the job ad below and follow instructions on our website.

Members are asked to please share this opportunity with those who might be interested learning more.

CHPC participates in the 2026 Habitat For Humanity Faith Build to help Articia and her three children build a new home. The build site is located at 129 W Wanola Ave. in Kingsport. There are several ways you can support Habitat - with prayers, financial gifts, or service! We are raising a total of $5,000 to support this project and appreciate your generous support. Projects include: Siding prep, Siding installation, Soffit, clean up, lunch preparation, and as always some electrical work! 

Volunteers need to sign up online via the habitat website. After completing the Volunteer Profile (and clicking the button to confirm you have read our Release & Waiver of Liability), volunteers will be directed to a list of available dates. Please scroll to: D. Week 4 which is reserved for our church family and put in "chpc" for the dates of April 14, 15, 17, and 18 to become available. Signing up online provides Habitat a seamless way to communicate with volunteers and send daily reminders about the schedule. If you need assistance with registration, you may contact Terri Marcum at 423-444-9667 or Mandy Penz, Volunteer Manager, at 423-239-7689, ext. 801.

Please speak with Terri Marcum, Sharon Pugh, or any of "The Regulars" to learn more. Remember we need 8 volunteers each day for the build on April 14, 15, 17, and 18. Thanks for your support turning this house into a home!

Don't Forget that our missional friends, Sleep in Heavenly Peace, host a Community Bed Build at 8:00 am on Saturday, February 28. This event takes place at the Kingsport Life Saving Crew Building on Fort Henry Drive. Please take the opportunity to come out to help build these beds for children in Sullivan County. Contact Allen Booth for more details.

Adult Sunday School Classes continue after worship at 11:15 am. The Disciples class meets in room 218 and the Remnant Class meets in room 221 to speak about the scriptures read during the worship service. Please speak with David to learn more about how you can participate in either of these lively discussions. 

The Children's Choir practice continues this week after worship. All children ages 3-11 are welcome to come sing and play! Please contact Jean Fletcher or Laura Wicker for details or to learn how to get involved. Parents - please note the children's choir is scheduled to sing on Sunday, March 15.

A new Sunday "Kids Club" will be offered after Children's Choir for any parents interested in participating in an Adult Sunday School class. Kiddos will enjoy some fun, game/play-oriented time in the Kids Connection Room until the Sunday School hour concludes. Please speak with Tyler if your child plans to attend.

CHPC's Youth Group has an exciting scheduled lined up for the Spring. Please take a look at these upcoming dates to volunteer by spending time with these special young adults or by feeding them a meal. Click here to sign up on the meal train. Please speak with Tyler for more details.

The Youth Group comes together for a mid-week Lenten gathering each Wednesday during Lent. We'll meet from 6:00 to 7:00 pm downstairs in the Youth Center for snacks, meaningful discussions about all that Lent has to offer us spiritually, and even a bit of fun too! Can't wait to see our youth there!

All are welcome to participate in CHPC's new "Songspiration" prayer gathering on Wednesdays during Lent from 6:30 to 7:15 pm in the parlor. This lay-led time of communal prayer reflects on a different song, and next week's will be "Some People Do" by Old Dominion. You can listen to here on youtube. Please contact Gretchen Bentley to learn more or to suggest your favorite piece of music to share!

The CHPC Easter 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 life. You may choose to give an Easter Lily that will be used to decorate the church or a monetary contribution to our Renovation Fund. Lilies are $12 and forms are available on the information table in the narthex. The order for these lilies must be returned by Sunday, March 22. Any monetary contributions to the Renovation Fund should be given by March, 29. Please speak with a member of the worship committee with any questions.

CHPC partners with the Marsh Regional Blood Center to host another Blood Donation Drive at the Church on Sunday, April 19 from 11:00 am to 3:00 pm. You may call the Church Office to set up your appointment for this event. Please note if you have donated blood between February 22, 2026 and April 19, 2026 you will not be able to participate in this Drive. If you have questions please contact Mike Strickler.

CHPC's Annual Churchwide Retreat at Holston Camp and Retreat Center will be May 1-3. Room registrations are being accepted. Please contact the church office if you already know you're interested in participating in this fun annual tradition of our church family.

All items for the weekly online newsletter should be emailed to Mary at office@chpres.org by the end of the day Tuesday.

Prayer Requests: 

Thor Hamilton Bos (Karen and Mark Bland's grandson born February 2 who is having severe heart difficulties), Bill Schaefer (awaiting kidney transplant) and his family, Family of Millie Pruett, Scott Gilham and family (Friends of Karen Bennett), Family of Julius Maikis (Scoutmaster White's father), Debbie Ford (Gina Ford's sister in law), Jud Barry, Jo Ann Michaels, Bobbie Cooper (Sharon Pugh's mother), Andrew Johnson (Ann & Larry's son), Family of Sue Fortney, Unnamed health request for a friend, Vicki Weber (Marissa Paulsen's mother), Jay Walters, Baby Justice Gilreath, Fr. James Fliss (Doreen Heppert's brother), Tina Whiteaker (Teresa Strickler's sister), Beverly Shelton, Barbara Holt, Joyce Callahan

As well as those in Health Care/ Assisted Living Facilities:

Dixie Keith, Mary Ann Smith, Mae Dale, Linda Gibson

Do you have a specific prayer request you'd like to share?

Please contact a member of the Care Shepherds or

Pastor David and we would be happy to pray with you!