A note from Ms. Laura, Circle of Friends Preschool Director:

On Saturday, the gym was FULL of dads, preschoolers, and Columbia Presbyterian friends, too. We had a HUGE turnout for golfing, making crowns, shooting rockets, playing hockey, bouncy-housing, eating sundaes, winning prizes, and just having so much fun!!!

This is all in the name of a new group for dads, or the other wonderful men in our lives, called Father Figures. Father Figures will start next fall for father figures to come together and explore what it means to be a father, create new bonds, and support and help one another.

Thank you to Chris Dallam and Chris Vitug for all their hard work in putting on such a great event. Chris Dallam is a COF Preschool dad and husband to Megan Dallam who attends MomCo. Chris Vitug is an alumni COF Preschool dad and husband to Misty Vitug who attends MomCo, they also attend Columbia Presbyterian.

If you are interested in learning more about Father Figures, this new group run by Circle of Friends, email Ms. Laura. Columbia Presbyterian families are welcome (even if you don't go to Circle of Friends Preschool)! She will pass your email along to Chris Dallam, who is spearheading the group.

Men's Retreat

May 16-17

CPC and George Fox University in Newberg, OR



Our good friend Pastor Brian Craker will be the speaker this year. Brian will speak on the gift of story that God has given us. Stories inspire us, teach us important lessons, and move us to action. Brian will dive into some key stories of scripture, stepping into the sandals of men like Jacob, Gideon, John Mark, and others. We will explore the powerful moments when God intersects their everyday life, as they help us explore the depth and power of our own personal faith story. Come and join us on at CPC on Friday evening, May 16 and Saturday, May 17 at George Fox University in Newberg, OR. Cost is just $90. Register here.

Vacation Bible School

June 23-27, 9am-Noon

Ages 5 (by the end of August 2025) through CURRENT 5th Graders

$35/child *Scholarships available upon request.



Join us as we learn about our faithful friend we can always trust… Jesus! He is our True North!

Registration for VBS will open Friday, May 16 and fills up quickly!

*Please register your child for the grade they are CURRENTLY IN. 

A child who is in preschool in May will register as a preschooler. 

A child who is in 5th grade in May will register as a 5th grader.

Bike Hike

July 25-31

Farragut State Park

For complete information on Bike Hike and to register click here.

Tifny Mathena, Children and Intergenerational Ministry Director

tifny@columbiapresbyterian.org

Anna Haagenson, Director of K² Live and Children's Music

anna@columbiapresbyterian.org

Lydia Fitzpatrick, Youth Director

lydia@columbiapresbyterian.org

Catherine Feeny, Youth Ministry Worship Leader

catherine@columbiapresbyterian.org

Viva Dennis, Administrative Associate for Children's Ministry

viva@columbiapresbyterian.org

Katie Mrochko, Administrative Associate for Youth Ministry

katie@columbiapresbyterian.org

Lindsey Wright, Childcare Coordinator

lindsey@columbiapresbyterian.org

Laura Ericcsen, Circle of Friends Preschool Director

laura@columbiapresbyterian.org

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