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!

All are invited to join us on Sunday, August 3 in worship for our annual Rally Day service! We will be kicking off the fall semester for our teachers and students by participating in a blessing of their backpacks. And we will be giving out backpack tags as a small gift. Students and teachers of any age are invited to attend. And if you aren't either of those, come with a heart full of support for our students and teachers as they embark on a new academic year. Please spread the word and we can't wait to see you there!

As part of our annual back to school celebrations, we invite you, your family, and your friends to join us for our August Splash Down! This will be next Saturday, August 9, from 6:30-8:30pm at the Kingsport Aquatic Center! Come enjoy this last hurrah of summer with all the fun the aquatic park has to offer and of course--grab some ice cream! It's the perfect way for the entire congregation to celebrate the end of the first week of school, you won't want to miss it!

Sunday's Scripture:

Psalm 46:1-11, NRSV

Acts 16:9-15, NRSV

Sermon Title: "ACTing Out:

Listen and Be Kind"

Wish to worship with us again or during the week?

Click below to view last week's worship service.

When we celebrate Rally Day, we anticipate with excitement all the opportunities a new school year can bring. One excellent example of the kinds of occasions we are called to be mindful for is the chance to serve others! As our students begin their new semester, our church family has an opportunity to support our youth by providing meals for Sunday night youth gatherings. Please follow the link below to see the youth dinner schedule and sign up. Or if you would simply like to contribute to cover meal, please contact Tyler directly. Thanks so much for supporting our fantastic youth group!

Our fall Sunday night bible studies returns very soon! Our many membered family will gather as one at the table to enjoy some blessed koinonia. Koinonia is the greek word for "fellowship" that expresses the active participation in a common life together. At the heart of this theological idea is the sharing, partnership, and communion of being connected in this blessed community called the Church. So please save the date for this five-week Bible study series starting on August 17 at 5:00 pm. We will kick the evenings off with a shared supper served before this intergenerational event. Following our meal, Children and Youth will have their own fun and learning while Adults study scripture together from 5:30-6:30 pm. All are welcome!

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 downstairs after worship.

God is doing great things in the life of the Children’s Ministry! If you would like to come downstairs and see for yourself, talk to Tyler about volunteering with the nursery or with the children.

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 this Sunday evening on for regular bible study and dinner! Please reach out to Tyler if you or someone you know would like to participate.

The Children’s Choir resumes practices after worship on August 10 in the downstairs choir room. All children ages 3-11 are welcome to come, sing, and play! Please contact Emily Broadhead or Carolyn Barry for more details.

CHPC heads to Dollywood for a church family trip on Friday, September 12. Discounted tickets are $75 for adults and $60 for kids. Please RSVP with the church office by Sunday, August 10, to ensure your ticket is ordered.

Another lunch and learn about the Care Portal Ministry will happen after worship on Sunday, August 17. Lunch will be provided. Please sign up by speaking with Allen Booth or by contacting the church office.

The Presbyterian Association of Musicians hosts a Festival of Choirs on September 12 & 13 at First Presbyterian in Morristown. More information, including how to register, may be found here.

CHPC partners with The Marsh Regional Blood Center for a Blood Drive on October 19th from 11:00 am to 3:00 pm. Participants can contact the Church Office prior to the event to schedule an appointment. Please note if you have provided a blood donation after August 25 that you cannot participate in this event. Please contact Mike Strickler with any questions.

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

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

Fr. James Fliss (Doreen Heppert's brother), Family of Ed Dempsey,

Robert Blessing (Patti Garrett's father), Tina Whiteaker (Teresa Stricker's sister), Jonathan and Brenda Hutchins, Charles Gibson, Bonnie Cole,

Boyd Holder, Beverly Shelton, Barbara Holt, Ramona Gothard,

Joyce Callahan, Emily Bowman

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

Mae Dale, 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!