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!

THANK YOU to all those who made it out to Banner Elk, North Carolina this past weekend for the Churchwide Retreat! It was a joy to share in this annual tradition of going to Holston Camp & Retreat Center to spend time together in the midst of God's good creation. This year, we had the opportunity to participate in a volunteer project to help restore part of camp due to the flooding from Hurricane Helene. Our project was simple - help to renew the swing circle that serves as camp's welcome area for day campers all summer long. We were able to sand and stain the swings around the bon fire pit and clear debris from the butterfly path that leads to the outdoor sanctuary. Apart from this service project, we were able to rest, play games, enjoy the great outdoors and each other's company. It was a very restful weekend, and we pray that you too came home "restored and renewed!"

If you have any feedback from our time together, please share that with our Faith Formation crew. This committee leads the charge in planning this annual event, and they would love to take any of your thoughts and reflections into consideration for next year. A date for 2026 will be secured soon, so be on the look out in future newsletters so you can plan on participating in next year's retreat!

To see more photos from our church wide retreat, please click here to see the Facebook album.

Our church family turns back time to the events of Easter Sunday this week, as we find ourselves walking a familiar road to Emmaus. It might be a lonely path through the wilderness, but it is one that we never walk alone. At the end of this journey, there is a seat waiting for each one of us at Christ's table, where our eyes will be opened and our hearts shall be set ablaze by the Good News that Jesus has risen from the dead!

Sunday's Scripture:

Psalm 30, NRSV

Luke 24:13-35, NRSV

Sermon Title:

"Take, Bless, Break, and Give"

Wish to worship with us again or during the week?

Click below to view last week's worship service with special guest preacher, Dr. Ted Hagen!

We are almost done with our Wednesday Night Simple Suppers and we are so grateful for all those who have come out to enjoy these intergenerational nights of fellowship and fun! Next week will be our last gathering for this season, but it's never too late to jump in. Our theme is "Practice Joy" and our focus is on how we as the beloved community of Christ-followers may rejoice in the good work God is doing in and through our lives. Supper kicks off at 5:30 pm in the gym before various programs begin at 6:00 pm. Children, youth, and adults all enjoy their own bible studies while others simply catch up while cleaning after dinner. Hope to see you next Wednesday night!

As we continue into the month of May, CHPC is giving a special shout-out to specific ministries within the church and the hardworking volunteers who help make it all happen. These selfless individuals are often active in the background, but make such a significant contribution to the greater work that is happening within the life of our church family. Up next are our ever dependable friends on the Building & Facility Team!

CHPC is blessed to have a hard-working group of volunteers who labor behind the scenes before any event to ensure there is always a seat for every guest. Humble and modest, this team doesn't monkey around or waste any time. These Beasts of Burden have in fact never been photographed in the wild because the BOB Squad often completes their work before the agreed upon set up time. But don't fear, this friendly crew is not so frozen that they have forgotten how to hang loose and have a little fun too! So the next time you find yourself at a church sponsored supper or fellowship event, whisper a prayer of gratitude for this noble species of Presbyterian servants who make sure all really are welcome. If you are willing to serve alongside the BOB Squad in the future, please reach out to the Building's and Facilities committee to sign up to help.

Cantemus Women's Choir of the Tri-Cities invites you to enjoy their spring concert of hope this Saturday, May 10, at 7:00 pm. It will be held at First Broad Street United Methodist Church and a suggested donation is $15. Come and enjoy this evening of music in support of women from our own choir ministry!

Sunday School Classes resume this weekend on May 11. Both classes meet after worship at 11:15 am. The Disciples Class meets in room 218 and the Remnant Class meets in room 221. Please Speak with David to learn more about how you can participate in these lively discussions.

Children are always welcome in worship and have a special time together down front after the prayer of confession. All children may enjoy “Children’s Church” downstairs during the sermon and will come back up to the sanctuary to receive the sacrament of communion at the end of worship.

The Youth Group will resume our dinner and bible study gatherings this Sunday, May 11 from 5-6:30 pm. Please contact Tyler if you or someone you know would like to get involved in this meaningful ministry.

And don't forget to save the date for a special Youth Sunday! Our youth group leads us in worship on Sunday, May 25 and we cannot wait to hear how the Spirit of God has been at work in their lives! Please plan to attend in person if possible to support this great group of young people and to participate in a congregational photo.

The Wednesday Afternoon Bible Study will resume the Wednesday after next, on May 21 at 3:00 pm in the parlor. Each conversation focuses on the revised common lectionary texts for the week. Please contact Lisa Pecorini if you would like to know more or join in on those gatherings.

 The Women's Ministry heads to Montreat later this year for the annual Women's Connection Conference from August 8-10. The cost is $247.00 and our friends at First Presbyterian Church Kingsport graciously allow us to stay free with them for the weekend. You must register online (do so as a commuter, we do not need rooms) and then please let Lisa Pecorini know that you have registered to go. Learn more about this great event here from Montreat's website and register here. It's going to be a wonderful weekend of fellowship and worship!  

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

Prayer Requests 

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

Beverly Shelton, Boyd Holder, Bethany Thompson, Bonnie Cole, Charles Gibson, Jonathan and Brenda Hutchins, Tina Whiteaker (Teresa Stricker's sister), Family of Carolyn Sade (Bill Sade's sister), Family of Robert Bailey (Anne Webb's Father), Family of Dorothy Rowland, Robert Blessing (Patti Garrett's father), Callie Vance (Vanettee Vance's grand-daughter), Family of Elaine Sargent (David's grandmother), Family of Ed Dempsey

Health Care/ Assisted Living Facilities

Sue Fortney, Charles and Linda Gibson, Wayne & Millie Pruett