The parables of Jesus are rich with life-changing discoveries for the thoughtful reader. This series will focus on parables that have not been preached at our church in many years. Some of them might be considered obscure, but all of them are powerful. Dig into the words of Jesus in this season with us. | |
Congregational Meeting & Brunch: Sunday, February 25
Please join us Sunday, February 25, after worship for a review of 2023, a look ahead to 2024, and time to share a meal together. This is when we approve the terms of call for Pastor Steve and finish the process of electing officers and special committee members.
After the meeting, the deacons are hosting a potluck brunch. It is suggested that if your last name begins with A-L, please bring breakfast bread like muffins, doughnuts, bagels, etc. If your last name begins with M-Z, please bring fruit or yogurt. Deacons and elders will provide casseroles and hot food items.
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RSVP for Top of the Hill NOW
The next Top of the Hill presentation is THIS Tuesday! Join us for lunch on February 13, 11:30-1:00, and hear an informative presentation by Stacey Goddard from the Spokane County Library District. RSVP by this Sunday, February 11, for this next presentation. Sign up on the clipboard at the information center in the church entry or call the church office at 509-385-0619. Suggested donation to cover lunch is $10, cash or check.
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Lenten Small Groups Forming Now
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Join Steve Sparks and Rev. Katie Haney on Tuesdays at 10:00 AM beginning February 20, for a Lenten small group. Questions? Contact Steve Sparks at stevesparks@elementsmassage.com.
- Pastor Jennie will lead a Lenten small group on Wednesdays from 5:30 to 7:00 PM at Thomas Hammer on Grand. We will discuss material from the church devotional as we enjoy a delicious beverage or treat together. Dates: February 21, 28, March 6, 13, 20.
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Wednesday Morning Bible Study: Practices on the Path
Lent is a season that invites us to return to the path of discipleship. During the six weeks of Lent, our Wednesday morning Bible study will explore texts from the gospels of Matthew, Mark, and John to discover the spiritual practices Jesus models for us. We’ll find ourselves drawn to deeper humility, trust, and faithfulness. Our time will encourage us to dive deeper into the scriptures from this year’s church Lenten study guide. Join us Wednesday mornings at 9:30 AM in the Skylight Room starting February 14.
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Senior Fitness Class Continues Next Week
Exercise is More Fun in a Group! Join us for a free 60-minute strength and balance class at 1pm on these Thursdays in February:
- 2/15 (Skylight Room)
- 2/22 (Fellowship Hall)
Sandy Nolting is trained in senior fitness and will guide you thru the exercises at your pace to keep it safe. Exercises can be modified to do seated or standing. Dress comfortably and bring water. No need to register, just show up for class. Feel free to bring a friend.
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Come to Guatemala with Us!
We are planning a visit to see our friends and colleagues in Coban, Guatemala. The dates of the trip are August 17 through 24. We plan to spend two days with our friends at La Libertad School, where we have been working with the staff on a reading program, Libros Abiertos. The latter part of the week is still in the planning stages, we hope to visit Amanda Flayer-Chif and work at her school; Puerta Abierta. This would also give us an opportunity to see Lake Atitlan, one of Guatemala's treasures.
The goal of this trip is to continue our relationship with the students and staff at La Libertad and encourage them in their education. They are dreaming of an expanded library and we want to explore this project idea with them. We also want to encourage Puerta Abierta and possibly help with construction of a sensory garden on its property.
Lots of details still to be determined, but if you are at all interested, or have questions, please reach out. We want to talk with you! Contact Mary Mattie at 509-998-9646, mattiemk@comcast.net or Joe Bruce at 509-954-3041, columbiacycle@gmail.com.
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Book Club--Thursday, February 15
You can join the Book Club for a discussion in the Fellowship Hall on the 3rd Thursday of the month at 1 PM. For more information, contact Betty Thompson at bettythomps@aol.com. Our next meeting is February 15, during which we will discuss Snow Treasure by Marie McSwigan.
If you would like to get started reading the book selection for next month’s meeting, we will be discussing Hiding in the Spotlight by Greg Dawson. Zhanna, a young Jewish girl from Ukraine, also happens to be a gifted piano prodigy and is giving concerts by the age of six. When German troops occupy her hometown and her family is condemned to exile and execution, Zhanna uses her rare musical gift to help her survive.
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Intergenerational Class: Hope Thru Understanding
Continues Through March 17
Join us for an exciting new multi-generational series tackling topics related to Creation Care and climate disruption. We meet Sundays at 10:15 AM in the Skylight Room.
The class will be based on an online curriculum developed by relatives of our church family, Rev. Bob and Anita Dygert-Gearhart, parents of HPPC church member Cindy Brigham-Althoff. Links to study guides and online materials will be provided.
There’s no expertise expected of class attendees, nor is it important that you come to every session. Whenever you can attend, it will start from basic science and Biblical principles, and lead to invigorating discussion.
Contact Roland Madany (509-995-4119) or Katie Haney (509-840-3456) if you are interested in becoming more earth-aware or active in Creation Care.
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Small Group Forming: Ministering to the Homebound
Have you felt a prompting to participate in ministering to the homebound? If so, a small group is forming facilitated by Betty Rogers to pray for, connect with, and bring community to those in
our congregation who are no longer in a position to physically attend or actively participate in the life of the church.
If you feel prompted to be part of this small group in any capacity (either to reach out to a homebound individual OR a homebound individual wishing to be connected with someone on the team), please call or text Betty at (509) 230-7967.
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Office Volunteers Needed
Are you interested in helping out in the office on a weekly or as-needed basis? We are looking for a few people who would be willing to:
- Answer the phones for an hour or two at a time
- Help with occasional mailings
If you would be interested in helping in any of these ways, sign up HERE. For questions, contact Heather Notske at 509-385-0627 or heathern@hamblenpres.org.
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Office Hours
Church office hours are Monday-Thursday, 9 AM to 4 PM. We are closed on Fridays. As always, staff will be available for appointments and meetings beyond the posted hours.
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All events meet in person unless otherwise noted: | |
THURSDAY, February 8
9 AM Portable Projects
1 PM Senior Strength & Fitness
4:30 PM Bell Choir Rehearsal
6:30 PM PM Girl Scout Service Group
7 PM Choir Rehearsal
FRIDAY, February 9
Church Office Closed
9 AM Stampers
1 PM Zoom Women's Bible Study
SUNDAY, February 11
7:30 AM Sunday AM Zoom Bible Study
9 AM In-Person/Online Worship Service
10 AM Coffee Fellowship
10:15 AM Hope Thru Understanding
10:15 AM Mission & Service Meeting
5 PM Oasis Youth Band
6 PM Oasis Youth Group
MONDAY, February 12
5 PM Caravan Youth Band
5:30 PM F&A Meeting
6 PM Caravan Youth Group
6:30 Session
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TUESDAY, February 13
7:30 AM Men's Bible Study
9 AM Preschool Music
11:30 AM Top of the Hill
6 PM Scout Troop 313
7 PM Worship Band Rehearsal
WEDNESDAY, February 14
Ash Wednesday
9:30 AM Wednesday AM Bible Study
2 PM Zoom Women's Bible Study
5 PM Journey Kids' Club
THURSDAY, February 15
9 AM Portable Projects
1 PM Book Club
1 PM Senior Strength & Fitness
4:30 PM Bell Choir Rehearsal
5:15 PM Girl Scouts 2114
7 PM Choir Rehearsal
FRIDAY, February 16
Church Office Closed
1 PM Zoom Women's Bible Study
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CHILDREN AND YOUTH MINISTRIES | |
Children’s & Family Ministry
Volunteer Opportunities
You can sign up HERE to help with J.A.M. Sunday School, Wednesday evening Journey Kids' Club, or other volunteer opportunities that impact children. For information on our children's programs, contact Pastor Jennie at jennieb@hamblenpres.org.
Click HERE to register your child for HPPC activities. Please submit a separate form for each child.
JAM (Jesus and Me) Children's Sunday School
J.A.M. Sunday School is right after the Children’s Sermon during worship. Each week, children aged 3 years through 5th grade will gather for Bible lessons. We have fun activities, skits, and wonderful messages planned!
Journey Kids' Club (K-5th Graders)
Journey Kids' Club meets Wednesdays, 5:00 to 7:00pm. We are so excited to spend time playing games, eating food, and learning more about God in this really wonderful time together! A weekly donation of $5 is suggested to help support the cost of dinner. You are encouraged to bring a friend!
Kids' Zone
On Family Worship Sundays throughout the year and every Sunday during the summer, children 3yrs-1st grade are invited to the Skylight Room for fun activities. Kids 2nd grade and up remain in the worship service with their families.
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Youth Ministries (6th-12th Grades)
Come join us for a hangout, games, and some Jesus time! For more information on our youth programs, 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 grades):
Mondays 6:00-7:30 PM
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Oasis (9th-12th grades):
Sundays 6:00-8:00 PM
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Sunday Sessions (6th-12th):
Sundays 10:00-11:00 AM
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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 | |
Connect with Pastors & Staff
We are here for you! Office hours are Monday-Thursday, 9 AM to 4 PM. You can connect with pastors and staff by clicking on a link below to email them or call the phone numbers listed. Please reach out!
Click to email Pastor Steve Watts, Pastor, Head of Staff, or call/text: (509) 251-0366
Click to email Pastor Jennie Barber, Assoc. Pastor of Care & Outreach, or call/text: (206) 794-0689
Click to email Heather Notske, Director of Operations, or call/text: (509) 251-6468
Click to email Mitchel Pierce, Director of Student Ministries, or call/text: (206) 739-6126
Click to email Scott Dicken, Director of Worship Arts, or call/text: (818) 464-6034
Click to email Trina Limbaugh, Communications Coordinator, or call/text: (208) 277-6016
To submit a prayer request or to be added to the prayer chain, send an email to prayer@hamblenpres.org.
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