Join us for In-Person or Online Worship!
We are now offering a 9:00 AM Sunday morning in-person worship service; No Registration Required, but you can skip the sign-in line HERE. We will be live-streaming the service on YouTube at the same time for those who wish to participate remotely (it will remain online if you would like to watch it later).
During the 9:00 hour, there will be in-person Sunday school for children in Kindergarten-5th grade, as well as nursery care for younger children. In the Sanctuary on Sundays, household groups will be seated together with space between families, and communion will take place the first Sunday of each month using factory-sealed packets.
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Celebrate Pentecost With Us!
The word Pentecost is Greek and it means "50th day." Fifty days after Easter Sunday, we celebrate the coming of the Holy Spirit upon the Apostles and their followers, and the beginning of their earthly ministry to make disciples of all nations. Pentecost is the Christian Church’s birthday. This year it falls on Sunday, May 23rd, and we will be celebrating with jazz! HPPC will have guest jazz musicians Nick Schauer, Mikaella Croskrey, David Fague, and Dave Wakeley providing some spirit-filled music for worship. We hope you’ll join us for this special Sunday!
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CEDEPCA Update
To hear a message from Betsy Moe about the upcoming Virtual Journey to Guatemala, watch a brief video HERE. Remember to register in advance for this meeting HERE and join in on Wednesday, May 19, at 4:30 PM.
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HPPC Book Club 2021/2022 Reading List
The votes are in and we have selected an exciting list of books to read in 2021/2022. If you are interested in leading the discussion on one of these books, email Betty Thompson at bettythomps@aol.com. Sharing the leadership for the books adds interest to the discussions since we all come with our unique talents and style of leading.
October: The Four Winds by Kristin Hannah
November: Created For Commitment by Audrey Witherall Johnson
January: We Band of Angels by E. Norman
February: The Widow’s War by Sally Gunning
March: The Island of Sea Women by Lisa See
April: Girl Waits With Gun by Amy Stewart
May: The Girl Who Wrote in Silk by Kelli Estes
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Star Word Experiences
In January, many of us embarked on a new spiritual practice. After hearing the story of the Magi following the star to see Jesus (Matthew 2:1-12), we were given a Star Word as a way to discover and contemplate the ways God was at work in our lives. We were encouraged to put our Star Word in a place that would remind us to reflect on it daily.
It’s now been four months since we received our words. We’d love to hear about the ways your Star Word is challenging, comforting, guiding, moving, freeing, or teaching you. If you would like to share your experience, please send a brief reflection to trinal@hamblenpres.org. Click HERE to read our first reflection. We look forward to hearing from you!
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Seeking Ushers
Are you ready to be involved as a volunteer in worship again? If so, we'd love to have you! If you enjoy greeting folks at worship, you would make a great usher! You can sign up as an usher HERE or contact the church office at 509-385-0619.
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Free Rein Therapeutic Riding Fundraiser
Spring Cleaning? Free Rein Therapeutic Riding is having a community drop off day in the Hamblen Park Presbyterian Church parking lot this Saturday, May 15th from 10am to Noon. Drop off gently used, unwanted clothing and household items to help with this fundraiser. Click HERE for additional information or email info@freereinspokane.org.
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Shirts & Shorts Drive - Liberty Park Preschool
It’s SPRING and that means it’s time for the Liberty Park Community Development Center shirts and shorts drive. If you would like to participate, sign up for specific gender/size combinations HERE. Donations are due by Sunday, May 16. Simply place your items in a one-gallon ziplock bag with the gender/size labeled and visible in the bag. Drop your donation in the labeled box inside the foyer of the church. See more details HERE. If you have any questions, call Karen Kelly at (509) 599-7518 or Kristin Markham at (509) 209-6500. We appreciate your commitment to this project.
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Blankets for HPPC Newborns
The Congregation Care Team offers a ministry of giving baby blankets and Bibles to newborns of HPPC. This outreach is intended to welcome our little ones with love and affirmation of our commitment to be part of our community of faith.
Have you welcomed a new addition to your family during this last year of the pandemic? Are you expecting a little one in the coming months? Please contact Kathleen Seppi with your news at sbkathleen@comcast.net.
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FRIDAY, May 14
1 PM Zoom Gladys' Group
SATURDAY, May 15
10 AM Free Rein Fundraiser - Parking Lot
SUNDAY, May 16
7:30 AM Zoom Sunday AM Bible Study
8 AM Zoom Sermon Preview/Prayer Group
9 AM In-Person/Online Worship Service
11 AM Zoom Beyond Relief
MONDAY, May 17
6 PM In-Person Caravan Youth Group
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TUESDAY, May 18
7:30 AM In-Person/Zoom Men's Bible Study
12:30 PM Zoom Staff Meeting
4:30 In-Person Bells Rehearsal
7 PM Zoom Deacon Meeting
WEDNESDAY, May 19
9:30 Zoom Wednesday Morning Bible Study
2 PM Zoom Betty's Group
6 PM In-Person/Zoom Journey
THURSDAY, May 20
2 PM In-Person/Zoom Book Club Meeting
FRIDAY, May 21
1 PM Zoom Gladys' Group
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"Reading the Bible With New Eyes”
Learning and Practicing Life-Giving Faith in Guatemala
Wednesday, May 19, at 4:30 PM, join the next Virtual Journey to Guatemala. Learn about how a theology based in the love and justice of Jesus Christ is transforming the lives and communities of people in Central America. You will hear testimonies from pastors and laypeople in CEDEPCA's Biblical and Theological Formation program and be led through an eye-opening study of scripture by Dr. Paulo Ueti, Anglican theologian, New Testament scholar, and friend of CEDEPCA.
Register in advance for this meeting HERE. After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting. Suggested donation $11.
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HPPC Book Club
Join the discussion on the book, The Day the World Came to Town by Jim Defede, on Thursday, May 20th, at 2:00 in person in the Fellowship Hall or on Zoom if preferred. It can be purchased HERE.
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Acolyte Training
Fourth graders are invited to attend Acolyte Training. It will be held Sunday, May 23, at 10 AM in the sanctuary right after the Pentecost service. Contact Kathy Williams at kathylwms@gmail.com with any questions.
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Vacation Bible School
Attendance Registration & Volunteer Opportunities
Grab a pair of sandals, your bathrobe, and your sense of adventure, then get ready to escape with the Israelites! At Wilderness Escape VBS, June 28 - July 2, 9:00 AM - Noon, we'll meet Moses, hang out with the Israelites, and join their amazing adventure of trusting God in the wilderness. For more information and to register, click HERE or contact Joe at joeb@hamblenpres.org or 509-954-3041.
Please prayerfully consider volunteering to help with Vacation Bible School this year. The kids are inviting you to join them on an adventure with Wilderness Escape VBS June 28-July 2, 9 AM-Noon. Volunteers are needed as teachers, guides, music leaders, games leaders, and more. Please contact Joe Bruce at 509-954-3041 or joeb@hamblenpres.org with any questions or go HERE to sign up as a volunteer. Thank you!
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Camp Spalding
Through their Christian summer camp programs, Camp Spalding provides a chance for thousands of young people from greater Spokane and North Idaho to get away from the daily routine, spend a week with an outstanding, fun staff of mature role models, and experience the adventurous life God intends for us. Sessions begin at the end of June and are offered during various dates throughout the summer. Once again, our Deacons are providing a 50% scholarship for any student attending. Prior to registering, obtain a Scholarship Code from Sandy Riebe at sandyr@hamblenpres.org. You can view this year’s Camp Spalding schedule and register using the Scholarship Code at campspalding.org.
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Preschool Registration for 2021-2022 is open!
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CHILDREN AND YOUTH MINISTRIES
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JAM (Jesus and Me)
Children's Sunday School
JAM Sunday School is in-person at 9:00 AM. Face masks and social distancing will be utilized. Online Sunday School activities will still be available as will a Zoom link if you would like to join Sunday School via Zoom.
Journey (Wednesday Evening Program for 1st-5th Graders)
Journey is in-person and simultaneously on Zoom from 6:00 PM to 7:00 PM on Wednesdays. Activities include games, laughter, Bible study, and highs and lows for the week.
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Youth Ministries (6th-12th Grades)
Come join us for a hangout, games, and some Jesus time! For more information, visit our website's youth page at hamblenpres.org/youth. For questions, contact Mitchel Pierce, Director of Student Ministries, at mitchelp@hamblenpres.org.
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Caravan (6th-8th grade):
Mondays 6:00-7:30 PM
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Oasis (9th-12th grade):
Sundays 6:00-8:00
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Support the Ongoing Mission of HPPC with Your Tithes & Offerings
To make a donation to HPPC (one-time or recurring gift) you may do so HERE.
Thank you for choosing to support our mission to grow active followers of Jesus Christ
and build his community!
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CONNECT WITH PASTORS & STAFF
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Connect with Pastors & Staff
We are here for you! Office hours are Monday-Thursday, 9 AM to 4 PM and Friday, 9 AM to Noon. You can connect with pastors and staff by clicking on a link below to email them. Our cell numbers are also listed. Please reach out!
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