Join us for In-Person Worship
- We look forward to welcoming you back to worship in the sanctuary on Sundays at 9 AM!
- Register online or sign in when you arrive
- Masks not required for those who are vaccinated
- We are singing!
- Communion served in factory-sealed packets
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No Registration Required for worship services, but you can skip the sign-in line on Sunday morning by registering HERE.
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Join us for In-Person or Online Worship!
We are now offering a 9:00 AM Sunday morning in-person worship service. 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 nursery care for younger children. Communion will take place the first Sunday of each month using factory-sealed packets.
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Retirement Ministry
Hamblen Retirement Ministry has been invited back to Moran Vista Retirement Home to begin a worship service again. The service is held on the 3rd Sunday of the month from 2 to 3 PM. We would like to invite new members to participate with us. We need song leaders, pianists for hymns, and persons to lead, which involves a message or mini-sermon. Our main need at this time is for leaders and pianists.
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Memorial Service for Don Headrick
Don Headrick and his wife Sylvia have been long-time members of HPPC. Don passed away on August 4, 2020. His memorial service will be held at the VA Cemetery on Friday, June 25, at 9:45 AM. Anyone who would like to attend is welcome. The VA requires a list of attendees, so please contact Joe Bruce at joeb@hamblenpres.org or 509-385-0626 for more information and to RSVP.
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Memorial Service for Howard Riebe
Howard Riebe joined Hamblen Park Presbyterian Church in 1991. He passed away on May 21, 2021. His memorial service will be held at HPPC on Saturday, June 26, at 1:00 PM. You can attend in person or online at bit.ly/howardriebememorial.
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Kids’ Zone returns to HPPC This Sunday
Kids’ Zone is for children 3 years old through 1st grade. Children will attend worship with their families until the Junior Sermon. After the Junior Sermon, they will go with Jessica Munroe to Room 1 (Movie Room) for a fun Bible related activity. Kids’ Zone will run June 27, through September 12. Kids, please join Jessica and friends for a fun morning!
For information, contact HPPC Director of Children’s Ministries, Joe Bruce, at 509-385-0626 or email joeb@hamblenpres.org.
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'Finding Joy' Bulletin Board
Where are you Finding Joy? Drop off a photo, magazine picture, or drawing in the church office to share on the bulletin board showing where you are finding joy. It could be of a family, person, animal, scene, place, or whatever. Be sure to put your name on the back if you want it returned.
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Seeking Volunteers for Sunday Worship Services
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For more information about our summer youth activities, contact Mitchel Pierce, Director of Student Ministries, at mitchelp@hamblenpres.org.
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Youth Weekly Midsummer Meetings
Caravan and Oasis will hold a few weeks of regular meeting during the month of July! Meet at the church and we’ll hangout in the sun across at Hamblen Elementary. We are so excited to invite our incoming 6th graders to Caravan and our incoming 9th graders to Oasis! Oasis schedule has been shifted this summer to accommodate families who are busy on weekends.
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Caravan: Mondays from 6:00pm-7:30pm
June 28th
July 5th
July 12th
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Oasis: Thursdays from 6:00pm-8:00pm
July 2nd
July 8th
July 15th
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Oasis Mission Week 2021
Monday, July 19th through Wednesday, July 21st
We’re so excited to provide an opportunity for our students to serve and engage in justice work this summer! This past year and a half has resulted in unprecedented challenges all over the world, including here at home, and we’re so excited to dive into a mission opportunity right here in Spokane. We’ll be providing a three-day, two-night experience for our outgoing 9th-12th graders, during which we’ll stay at the church, serve diverse local ministries together, and explore how God’s calling us towards justice this week and beyond.
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Oasis Backpacking Trip
Friday, August 20th through Monday, August 23rd
This summer our high schoolers have the opportunity to explore the Wallowas in Eastern Oregon as we backpack, camp, and bask in the beauty of creation on this four-day trip. For both the backpacking connoisseur and those wanting to dive in for the first time, Peak 7 is hosting this trip and providing transportation from Spokane, training, and any supplies that students can’t provide themselves.
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Popsicles for Students
As school was dismissed this past Monday, eleven volunteers from HPPC came out to help celebrate the conclusion of this unique year by serving hundreds of otter pops to the students from Hamblen Elementary.
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Hope House Quilts
The members of Deb’s Circle at HPPC made 78 quilts for donation to the new location of Hope House women’s shelter. Hope House had outgrown their downtown location and had to turn away 10 to 20 women each night. Their new facility offers 100 shelter beds and 60 apartments. You can read more about the brand new location HERE.
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Find joy volunteering with one of our ministry partners this summer!
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Click on the ministry to contact the organization:
Family Promise: Helping Families Move from Homeless to Housed; 509-747-5487
You can also contact Marc and Debbie Connally via email HERE or by phone at 509-939-9499 to join the rotation providing lunches.
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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, June 25
1 PM Zoom Gladys' Group
SUNDAY, June 27
7:30 AM Zoom Sunday AM Bible Study
9 AM In-Person/Online Worship Service
MONDAY, June 28
9 AM Wilderness Escape VBS
TUESDAY, June 29
7:30 AM In-Person/Zoom Men's Bible Study
9 AM Wilderness Escape VBS
12:30 PM In-Person Staff Meeting
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WEDNESDAY, June 30
9 AM Wilderness Escape VBS
2 PM Zoom Betty's Group
THURSDAY, July 1
9 AM Wilderness Escape VBS
FRIDAY, July 2
9 AM Wilderness Escape VBS
1 PM Zoom Gladys' Group
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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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Picnic at Manito
Join us at Manito Park on Wednesday, August 11, at 5:30 PM for a catered Mexican meal.
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Sunday Brunch
Join us at the church building on September 19, at 10:00 AM, immediately after worship service for a meal provided by the Deacons.
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Preschool Registration for 2021-2022 is open!
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HPPC Book Club
2021/2022 Reading List:
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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CHILDREN AND YOUTH MINISTRIES
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JAM (Jesus and Me)
Children's Sunday School
JAM Sunday School will resume in the fall. Kids’ Zone is available for the summer for children 3 years old through 1st grade. Children will attend worship with their families until the Junior Sermon. After the Junior Sermon, they can go with Jessica Munroe to Room 1 (Movie Room) for a fun Bible related activity. Kids’ Zone will run June 27, through September 12. Kids, please join Jessica and friends for a fun morning!
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Youth Ministries (6th-12th Grades)
Caravan and Oasis will hold a few weeks of regular meeting during the month of July! Meet at the church and we’ll hangout in the sun across at Hamblen Elementary. We will resume our regular schedule in the fall.
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Caravan: Mondays from 6:00pm-7:30pm
June 28th
July 5th
July 12th
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Oasis: Thursdays from 6:00pm-8:00pm.
July 2nd
July 8th
July 15th
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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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