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!

It was a great weekend for mission at Colonial Heights Presbyterian Church. Check out a few special highlights below to see how you can serve as the hands and feet of Christ in our community. Please reach out to any member of the Mission Committee to learn more or to suggest an idea for future support.

20 years ago, Kitchen of Hope was founded with $169 and a vision to address hunger in the Kingsport community. It continues to operate 6 days a week providing approximately 34,000 meals annually. CHPC participates in this ministry on the third Friday of each and every month. It takes approximately 5-6 hours to prepare and serve the meals. Last Friday, we served around 175 meals in a few hours. If this is a mission you would be interested in participating in, please contact Gretchen Bentley.

Members of our church family had a wonderful time building beds this past Saturday morning with our friends from Sleep in Heavenly Peace of Sullivan County! Big thank you to all the volunteers who helped retrieve, deliver, cut, sand, drill, hammer, screw, stain, brand, and assemble 30 beds for children in our community. That is 60 headboards, 60 side rails, and 270 slates! Check out more pictures on Facebook to see for yourself how it all comes together.

Would you be willing to help deliver and assemble these beds sometime during the future? Please reach out to Allen Booth if you are able to help make sure these beds make it the final mile to a child in need.

On Sunday during worship, we learned about a new ministry called "Care Portal". Care Portal is a tool that helps churchs address individual’s need throughout the community that we might never have known existed, be it a bed for a child who doesn't have one, a washing machine to clean clothes, or help with the completion of a necessary home project. Click here to see for yourself the impact the church can make through this connected ministry. A future training event will be held for any interested individual who would like to know more about how this system works and how our church may best get the word out to meet needs that may exist in Sullivan County. Please contact Allen Booth to sign up or speak with any member of the Missions Committee to learn more.

At the beginning of Acts, Jesus says to the Disciples, "you will be my witnesses." (Acts 1:8) Even with the help of the Holy Spirit, being Christ's witness is not an easy task. It is a counter-cultural action that requires courage, commitment, and conviction that is not always well received by the powers of this world. This week's passage about Stephen serves as an example for all of us who seek to faithfully walk in Christ's footsteps. What do we notice differently about the Cross of Christ now that it is illuminated by the light of Pentecost? How is the newly empowered Church called to serve and sacrifice like our Savior? Join us this week in worship as we faithfully discern what it means to be "Christ's Witness".

Sunday's Scripture:

Acts 6:8-15, NRSV

Acts 7:1-2 a, 52-60, NRSV

Sermon Title:

"ACTing Out: Christ's Witness"

Colonial Heights Presbyterian Day School has been nominated for both Best Daycare and Best Preschool in this year's "Best of the Best" contest sponsored by the Kingsport Times News. You do not have to be a subscriber to vote. CHPDS is listed under the "Kids & Teens" category and then under the "Best Daycare & Best Preschool" subcategories. Please show your support by voting here as we tell our community how much we love this important ministry!

CHPC hosts a special children’s and youth night on Friday, July 11. Kiddos four and older are welcome to enjoy fun evening with the youth group while their caregivers enjoy a restful evening. Drop off is at 5:00 pm and pick up is at 8:00 pm. Please sign up with Tyler and spread the word because friends are welcome!

The Flowers in the sanctuary are given to the Glory of God in memory of William and Mary Helen Savage’s anniversary, given by KC Savage and Blaine Cornett.

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 may be picked up in the Kid's Connection room after worship.

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. Please speak with David to learn more about how you can participate in these lively discussions. 

The Youth Group will meet for dinner and bible study this Sunday from 5-6:30 pm. Please contact Tyler if you or someone you know would like to get involved in this meaningful ministry. Parents - Please remember that Montreat deposits are due. Payments may be given to Sarah in the church office or made online here. Please select the "Montreat" line item.

The Church Office will be closed on Thursday, July 3, in honor of the July Fourth Holiday. Regular office hours will resume on Monday, July 7. 

Rally Day will be here before we know it! Mark your calendars for Sunday, August 3 for our annual Blessing of the Backpacks in worship and on Saturday, August 9 for the annual August Splashdown at the Kingsport Aquatic Center.

Save the Date for a church family trip to Dollywood on Friday, September 12. Please RSVP with the church office so we can know how many tickets to order. Tickets are based on a group rate but are expected to be around $75 per adult and 65$ per child.

Mark your calendars for next year's Churchwide Retreat on May 1-3 at Holston Camp and Retreat Center in Banner Elk, NC! It's a great family gathering filled with fun and fellowship that won't be the same without you!

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 Concerns:

Thank you for the prayers for Jentry Cambell who has returned home to heal after surgery. Please continue to pray for Jentry, Ashley, Justin, and their entire family as they navigate this journey of recovery.

Please continue to pray for all those on The Prayer List:

Mae Dale, Family of Ed Dempsey, Robert Blessing (Patti Garrett's father), Family of Dorothy Rowland, Family of Robert Bailey (Anne Webb's Father), Family of Carolyn Sade (Bill Sade's sister), Tina Whiteaker (Teresa Stricker's sister), Jonathan and Brenda Hutchins, Charles Gibson, Bonnie Cole, Bethany Thompson, Boyd Holder, Beverly Shelton, Barbara Holt, Ramona Gothard, Joyce Callahan, Emily Bowman

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

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

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!