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!

Please note, all children will be welcome in the sanctuary and this service will not be live streamed.

Maundy Thursday, the Thursday before Easter, takes its name 

from the Latin “mandatum” which refers to the new commandment 

Jesus gave his disciples to love one another. Jesus said, “Just as I have loved you, you also should love one another. By this everyone will know 

you are my disciples, if you have love for one another.” 

We gather this Thursday, April 17 at 7:30 pm in the Sanctuary to celebrate communion with Jesus and his disciples on this special night, before hearing again the powerful story of Christ's betrayal, crucifixion, and burial during a Service of Tenebrae. May God's Holy Spirit strengthen us all as we journey through the darkness between the Last Supper and the closed tomb.

We invite you to participate in these three movements on Easter morning as we celebrate the resurrection of our Lord! We will begin with a 30-minute Sunrise Service at 8:15 am centered around the communion table. This will be held outside by the Oak Tree. Our Easter egg hunt follows shortly thereafter outside in the same courtyard at 9:00 am. Children can enjoy two rounds of egg hunting and candy, and adults can enjoy coffee and donuts! 

Finally, our Easter Sunday worship service will be held in the Sanctuary at 10:00 am. Children are 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 return to the sanctuary to receive communion. Spread the word and invite your family and friends as we give thanks for the life, death, and resurrection of Jesus Christ!

Sunday's Scripture:

Isaiah 25:6-9, NRSV

Romans 6:3-11, NRSV

John 20:1-18, NRSV

Isaiah 65:17-25, NRSV

Luke 24:1-12, NRSV

Sermon Title:

"Terrified and Amazed"

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After the annual Easter egg hunt, things move inside at 9:30 am for our regular time of fellowship in the parlor. Members of the congregation are encouraged to bring both sweet and savory items to share during this time of fellowship so we have a great balance for everyone to enjoy!

Additionally, all are welcome to take a picture in the inside the Church Office reception area with a special Easter Photo-Op backdrop! This is a wonderful opportunity to capture the joy and celebration of this great holiday. So be sure to take advantage of your family being in their Easter finest by taking some pictures together!

Colonial Heights Presbyterian Church partners with other congregations throughout the PC(USA) by collecting a special offering for One Great Hour of Sharing (OGHS). These special gifts help to share God's love with our neighbors in need around the world, which you can read more about here. From initial disaster response to ongoing community development, the different programs supported by OGHS fit together to serve individuals and communities by providing safety, sustenance, and hope. CHPC celebrates a special offering this Sunday, April 17, during worship. You may give online here or pick up a brochure in the narthex to see how you can help. Thank you for your support!

Our Wednesday Night Simple Suppers start the week after Easter on Wednesday, April 23. These casual gatherings will last for four weeks, until May 14. At 5:30 pm we will kick off with a shared meal in the gym. Then at 6:00 pm, we will split off for a time of small groups and bible studies. We will have a children's class, a youth class, and offerings for adults. Our theme and center of focus will be on how we as the beloved community of Christ-followers "Practice Joy". Come and study this important aspect of the Christian life and as always, all are welcome!

Take advantage of the chance to Restore & Renew with the all church retreat! Everyone is invited to be a part of this year's outing to Holston Camp the weekend of May 2-4, 2025. The time to sign up is now, so please contact Mary in the church office to reserve your spot! Day passes are available for anyone who is unable to stay the night in Banner Elk, North Carolina.

Our Final Session of Lenten Yoga will be held this Holy Saturday at 1:30 pm at Vidya Yoga & Fitness. It is not too late to jump into this time of stretching and reflection. Thanks to everyone who has participated in this wonderful practice of centering our bodies and minds through this season of Lent.

In event of rainy weather, the Easter Sunrise Service and Annual Egg Hunt will move indoors. Check our facebook page for up-to-date info about this weekend's events.

Thank you to everyone who donated to this years Easter Memorial Gifts program. All who purchased a lily are welcome to take theirs home after Sunday's worship service.

Sunday School Classes take a holiday break on Easter and resume on Sunday, April 27 after worship at 11:15 am. The Disciples Class meets in room 218 and the Remnant Class meets in room 221. Please reach out to David directly if you would like to participate in either class or desire to discuss joining a small group.

The Youth Group will not meet this Sunday, April 20 in celebration of Easter. We will resume regular bible study on Sunday, April 27 from 5-6:30 pm in the Youth Center. This upcoming gathering includes planning for our Youth Sunday Worship Service on May 25! 

The church office will be closed Thursday, April 24 to give our staff an Easter Sabbath. Regular hours will resume on Monday, April 28.

The Wednesday Afternoon Bible Study takes a sabbatical for four weeks to participate in the upcoming simple suppers gathering through May 14. It will resume on May 21 at 3:00 pm in the parlor. Please contact Lisa Pecorini if you would like to know more.

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!  

Please be advised that there is a phishing email involving someone pretending to be a church members and asking members of our congregation for help purchasing gift cards. This is a scam. While this is a caring, generous, and faithful congregation, there is never a time when someone from our church would need gifts cards in this manner. Please do not respond to any fraudulent email you may have received. Contact the church office should you ever have any questions about any church communication.

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,

Julius Maikis, Charles Gibson, Jonathan and Brenda Hutchins,

Family of Lisa Mahon, Family of Ginny Snow, Tina Whiteaker (Teresa Stricker's sister), Family of Donna Whitson, 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)

Health Care/ Assisted Living Facilities

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