Children & Youth Ministries Weekly Update

Even before I became the Administrative Associate for Youth Ministries, I loved the Work Camp Auction. It’s fast-paced, fun, a bit chaotic, gathers a bunch of people I love together, and even includes an element of shopping!

As a teenager growing up at CPC, I benefited from many Work Camp Auctions. They consistently provided funding for what can be a life-changing week. Through Work Camp, I learned how to paint, tile, and pour concrete. I even had my first camping experience.

Participating in the Auction as a congregation member is about more than raising money. It gives our students the opportunity to focus on serving without carrying the full financial burden. It’s also about coming together as the body of Christ to have fun, pool our resources, and show our students that this church believes in them.

I hope you’ll register for the Work Camp Auction, even if you don’t have much to spend (it's amazing how God multiplies our efforts). Your presence alone is an invaluable testimony. And honestly… just look at these photos. Doesn’t it look like everyone is having fun?

Katie Mrochko

Administrative Associate for Youth Ministry

Here are some of the details you'll need to get registered for the Auction:

Step 1: Register Online 

Registering allows you to purchase lunch and raffle tickets, sponsor elements of the auction, check in quickly and pay efficiently online at the end of the Live Auction. https://CPC2026.auctria.events

Step 2: Purchase Lunch, Raffle Tickets, and Sponsorships 

Complete your lunch and raffle ticket purchase and take advantage of our Sponsorship Opportunities. You must check out by Monday, March 9 to guarantee your lunch. If you do not receive a confirmation email, your purchase has not been completed and your lunch is not secured.

Step 3: Browse & Bid Online 

Return on Friday, March 13 to begin viewing and bidding on Silent Auction items.

Step 4: Check In & Attend the Auction (Sunday, March 15)

• Check-in begins at 10:15am in the Fellowship Hall.
• Lunch is served at or after 12:00pm in the Church Gym.
• Silent Auction bidding closes at 12:30pm, followed by the Live Auction in the Gym.

Step 5: Check Out & Pick Up Items 

After the Live Auction concludes, check out on your mobile device or in the Fellowship Hall. Cash payments are accepted, but no change will be available. Items may be picked up in the Fellowship Hall. Please be patient with our volunteer distribution team as they assist guests as quickly as possible.

Announcements

HAVE A DONATION FOR THE AUCTION?!? NOW IS THE TIME TO TURN IT IN! THANK YOU SO MUCH FOR SUPPORTING OUR YOUTH!

Work Camp Auction Donations

Your donations are the first step to a successful Work Camp Auction - which is our primary way of funding our summer high school Work Camp. This year the students will be assisting in Hurricane Helene relief in Tennessee and North Carolina. For the Auction, we need physical items, experiences, services, monetary and gift card donations. Donation information sheets are available in the office, at the Welcome Center, and on Church Center. Please plan to return those with your items by the end of February. The second step to a successful Work Camp Auction is your attendance, so please mark Sunday, March 15 on your calendars and register here. Do you have questions about donations or the auction? Contact the Auction Coordinator, Amanda Stimmel.

Parents' Night Out

Friday, March 20

5:30-8:00PM

Registration opens March 1

At Parents' Night Out we will be painting, coloring, and creating our way through the evening with children ages infant-5th grade. Enjoy a night out (or a night in) while we play the night away with your kids...for free!

We are in need of volunteers. Please email Viva if you are willing to help. We are required to run a background check on all volunteers 18 years old and older.

Were you a volunteer at VBS last year or considering volunteering this summer? Please complete the following very fast, two question survey:

High School Work Camp

July 4-10

Students will help rural communities rebuild after the devastation of Hurricane Helene through hands-on projects such as debris cleanup, construction, and repair. Each day includes shared meals, meaningful work, and a rhythm of devotions, prayer, and reflection led by Experience Mission staff. Work Camp invites students to grow in faith, serve alongside peers, and notice how God is at work in communities different from our own. Registration closes March 15 - please register as soon as possible. Register here.

Contemplative Yoga Classes

Tuesdays and Thursdays

The classes are led by Stephanie Bisch and there are several class and time options.

Click here for more information.

Tifny Mathena, Children and Intergenerational Ministry Director

tifny@columbiapresbyterian.org

Anna Haagenson, Director of Grove 345 and Children's Music

anna@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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