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!

As part of our annual back to school celebrations, we invite you, your family, and your friends to join us for our annual August Splash Down! This event will be on 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--enjoy 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!

We had a wonderful Rally Day this past Sunday where the church was able to offer a blessing on all our students and teachers as they prepared for their first day back to school! Thanks to all who came and participated. This year's back pack tag says "Be Kind" and that is our hope for this new school year, that we may all "Be Kind" to every beloved child of God we meet, just like our Lord is to each of us. Please continue to keep these students and educators in our hearts and prayers throughout the school year! And be sure to look on our Facebook page tomorrow for more pictures from this special Sunday!

Sunday's Scripture:

Acts 16:16-24, NRSV

Acts 16:25-40, NRSV

Sermon Title: "ACTing Out:

Shaken Free"

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A new school year means that all of our children and youth have bumped up into the next grade. For some, this means small changes that may not truly make big impacts. But for others, this may mean entirely new schools or even school for the first time! During these big moments of change that a new school year brings, we as a church family want to know how we can best support you and your family within our ministry. That is why we would like to invite all parents, grandparents, guardians, or any other kind of caregiver to fill out this brief Informational Survey on the child or youth in your life. Please let us know how our ministry can better serve you, we would love to ride the waves of life alongside you and your family!

As we enter a new school year, we anticipate with excitement all the opportunities the new semester brings. 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!

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

Want to know more about this thing everyone keeps calling the "Care Portal"? Click here to see for yourself the impact we can make by responding to requests from local school guidance counselors or social workers to help families with children who have various needs. Thank you for making missions a priority for our church family and may God's Spirit continue to guide us to be the hands and feet of Christ in God's world.

Our Fall Sunday Night Suppers return very soon! For five Sunday evenings in a row, our many membered family will gather as one at the table to enjoy some blessed fellowship and study God's Word. Please save the dates for this series starting on August 17 at 5:00 pm in the gym. Following our shared meal, Children and Youth will have their own fun and learning while Adults study scripture together from 5:30-6:30 pm. Our passages come a few of the parables in Luke's Gospel that Jesus shared to better explain what the kingdom of heaven looks like. All are welcome to gather around Christ's table!

Condolences are offered to the family of Charlie Gibson who passed away on Friday, August 1. A Service of Witness to the Resurrection will be held in the sanctuary on Saturday, August 16 at 1:00 pm. The family will receive friends during a visitation at the church starting at 12:00 pm. Please keep Linda, Casey, and all their family in your prayers for the days ahead.

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.

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.

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:

Family of Charles Gibson, 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, 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!