másCHRIST: More of Jesus
Who's "living the dream?" Whether or not our lives are considered "successful," we find ourselves unfulfilled. The good news is that Christ came at Christmas to give us new life. There is MORE to life than what we might realize. Join us for this Advent sermon series to bring más of Christ into your life.
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Congregational Meeting: December 17
A congregational meeting will be held on Sunday, December 17, immediately following the 9 AM worship service. This meeting is being called to:
- elect officers and members of special congregational committees
- approve the pastor's housing allowance
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THIS Sunday: Soup Supper & Christmas Pageant from Scratch
December 10, 5:30-7:30 PM
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Help ensure that there is enough soup for everyone for this upcoming evening of fun and fellowship. Please sign up to bring soup or help in other ways at: bit.ly/HPPCSoupSupperSignUp.
After sharing a meal, stick around for an impromptu play about the birth of Jesus. No auditions or rehearsals are needed for this Christmas pageant! Whether you want to be a piece of gold, a shepherd, or a joyful observer, you’re invited to join us for an evening of fun and celebration of Jesus’ birth.
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RSVP for Top of the Hill NOW
The next Top of the Hill presentation is THIS Tuesday! Join us on December 12, 11:30-1:00, for lunch and a Christmas Carol Sing. Scott and Cindy Dicken will lead us as we sing the songs of the season together. RSVP by this Sunday, December 10, for this next presentation. Sign up on the clipboard at the information center in the church entry or call the church office at 509-385-0627. Suggested donation to cover lunch is $8, cash or check.
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The Longest Night: A Service of Comfort, Prayer, & Reflection
Wednesday, December 20, 7:00 pm
It’s the Winter Solstice, a.k.a. the longest night of the year. On this evening we step away for a moment from the ‘busy-ness’ of the season as we come together for a quiet time of prayer and reflection. This service is for everyone, especially:
- those who struggle with grief, pain or loneliness at this time of the year.
- anyone who loves the joy and promise of the Christmas season, but who also remembers beloved family members and friends who have passed, live far away, or who are missed for any reason.
Intimate and personal, the Longest Night Service offers comfort in prayer, liturgy and music, including candle lighting for loved ones. In-person and streamed live.
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Please Return Your Pledge Card
We are hoping to grow our giving so that ministries can be maintained amid rising costs. Watch a video with details at bit.ly/hppc-tithe. It can be a joy to tithe (10%), to work toward tithing (growing giving over years toward 10%), or to be generous beyond 10%.
If you would like more information, please ask an elder or the pastors. You may also view an extended video message from Pastor Steve with more details at bit.ly/hppcextfv.
To return your card: put it in the offering plate during worship or bring it directly to the church office. Additional copies are available on the information table in the church entry. If you prefer to use an electronic version, you will find that at bit.ly/HPPC2024EstimateOfGiving. You may also call 509-385-0627 or email heathern@hamblenpres.org.
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Snow Patrol
Each winter we are responsible to keep the church's entryways and the sidewalks around the perimeter of our property clear of snow and ice. We depend on volunteers for this critical ministry that keeps our neighbors safe. Training on our snowblower can be provided! If you would like to be responsible for a day or a week at a time, sign up HERE. If you have questions, contact Heather Notske at 509-385-0627 or heathern@hamblenpres.org.
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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
- Shop for kitchen supplies once a month
- Straighten up the pew racks in the sanctuary once a week
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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THURSDAY, December 7
9 AM Portable Projects
9:45 Presbytery Team Meeting
4:30 PM Bell Choir Rehearsal
5:15 PM Girl Scouts 2114
5:30 PM Scout Troop 1935
7 PM Choir Rehearsal
FRIDAY, December 8
Church Office Closed
9 AM Stampers
1 PM Zoom Women's Bible Study
SUNDAY, December 10
7:30 AM Sunday AM Zoom Bible Study
9 AM In-Person/Online Worship Service
10 AM Coffee Fellowship
5:30 PM Soup Supper & Christmas Pageant
6 PM NO Oasis Youth Group
MONDAY, December 11
6 PM NO Caravan Youth Group
6 PM Officer Appreciation Dinner
7:30 PM Session
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TUESDAY, December 12
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, December 13
9:30 AM Wednesday AM Bible Study
2 PM Zoom Women's Bible Study
5 PM Journey Kids' Club
THURSDAY, December 14
9 AM Portable Projects
4:30 PM Bell Choir Rehearsal
5:30 PM Scout Troop 1935
6:30 PM Girl Scout Service Group
7 PM Choir Rehearsal
FRIDAY, December 15
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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Winter Newsletter
Click HERE to learn more about upcoming events in Children's Ministries.
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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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