Don't Miss This Sunday!

This Sunday, November 20, is a special service of Thanksgiving. The sanctuary will be filled with the sounds of our organ, played by guest organist Scott Rednour, artist and member of the music faculty at Eastern Washington University. Our Handbell Choir and our children will be leading musical worship alongside our Chancel Choir and Praise Band. It’s a great Sunday to come worship and give thanks!

In God we trust, but did you know that in us God trusts? In this sermon series we'll discover what God entrusts to us and how that trust can empower us to live with deep gratitude.

Join us for In-Person Worship on Sunday Mornings at 9 AM!

• Masks are optional.
• Nursery care is provided.
• Communion is served in factory-sealed packets the first Sunday of the month.
• Children's Sunday School is available for ages 3-yrs through 5th grade after the Junior Sermon.

New Dates for Adult Sunday School:

Songs of the Season - December 4 & 11

As we journey towards Advent and Christmas, join us to study the songs of the season found in the gospels. We’ll also study biblical characters featured in the songs that fill our hearts with the hope and joy of Christmas. Come to the Skylight Room after the 9:00 AM worship service on December 4 & 11.

Volunteers Needed for the Advent Fair

The annual Advent Fair will be on November 27, 10:30-Noon. We would love to have you join us for crafts, food, service projects, and a carol sing to start the season off right! If you are interested in volunteering or would like to donate undecorated sugar or gingerbread cookies, please contact Cindy Dicken at [email protected]. See you there!

Resilient Threads Guatemala

Women Sewing and Weaving for a Better Life

Be sure to check out Resilient Threads Guatemala at the Advent Fair on Sunday, November 27, and help support empowerment, hope, and changed lives for women in Guatemala. You can learn more at resilientthreadsguatemala.org.

Bite2Go

Thank you to our volunteers who have faithfully picked up Bite2Go this fall. The sign-up Genius has added dates from January through March for new and returning volunteers. The spots fill up quickly, so, if you are interested in taking a turn, get online soon at bit.ly/Bite2GoHPPC! Or, choose to support the program with a monetary gift designated to the Bite2Go budget. Thank you!

Liberty Park Community Development Center Toy Store 

Dear Congregation,

IT’S THAT TIME OF YEAR AGAIN!!!

Your Neighborhood Outreach Deacons are again sponsoring the TOY STORE drive for the Liberty Park Development Center. This ministry gives needy families a chance to purchase Christmas gifts for their children at a fraction of the actual cost of the item. In these uncertain times, families may need to choose between feeding their families over providing a little Christmas joy for their children.

Sign up for specific ‘wish list’ items at bit.ly/HPPCToyStore2022. Drop off your UNwrapped gifts in the Toy Store box located in the church foyer. An evening drop off is available Wednesday, November 30, from 5:00 to 7:00 PM.

Monetary donations, designated for the Toy Store, are always welcome. We will fill in gaps by purchasing as needed.

If you would like to help set up for the Toy Store at the Children’s Center, signup in the Sign-up Genius under ‘Volunteers- toy store set up’… about 1 hour of time on Friday, December 9, at 2:00pm.

THE DEADLINE FOR TOY DONATIONS IS TUESDAY, DECEMBER 6.

THE CENTER WILL HOLD THE TOY STORE ON FRIDAY, DECEMBER 9.

Questions??? Karen Kelly 509.599.7518--- [email protected]

Or Kristin Markham 509.209.6500--- [email protected]

Get Your Tickets for the Quilt Raffle

The ANNUAL QUILT RAFFLE is underway to raise funds for supplies needed to further the Deborah Circle ministries. This year, a beautifully designed quilt made by Marge Cusworth will be raffled. The quilt is approximately 54" by 54" and would make a lovely covering for a single bed or a striking wall hanging with 16 squares, each containing an appliqued western boot.

Raffle Tickets are $2 each and can be purchased from a Deb's Circle member or after the worship service on Sundays in the Fellowship Hall. The drawing will be held November 27, during Coffee Fellowship after the worship service. You do not need to be present to win. 

An Update from the Moe Family

You can read an update from Betsey and Eric Moe, mission co-workers serving in Guatemala, and see a photo from this year's HPPC mission trip to Guatemala at bit.ly/MoeUpdateWinter2022.

Office Hours

Church office hours are Monday-Thursday, 9 AM to 4 PM, and Friday, 9 AM to Noon. As always, staff will be available for appointments and meetings beyond the posted hours.

All events meet in person unless otherwise noted:

Top of the Hill--2nd Tuesdays from 11:30-1:00

Top of the Hill is back! This monthly event is geared toward retirement-aged folks who want to socialize over a meal, then learn something new. Topics range from presentations by local non-profits to travelogues to local authors or musical programs. RSVPs for each month are due the Friday before each event. Suggested donation to cover lunch is $8, cash or check. Here is the next presentation: 

• December 13--Jeannie Wright will be back with her friends, Glen and John, for a Christmas music concert

To RSVP, sign up on the clipboard at the information center or call the church office (509-385-0627) by the Friday before the event.

Book Club

You can join the Book Club for a discussion in person on the 3rd Thursday of the month at 2 PM. For more information, contact Betty Thompson at [email protected].

2022/2023 Reading List:

November 17: The Bible’s Plot by Ken Onstot

January 19: When We Were Young and Brave by Hazel Gaynor

February 16: Where the Crawdads Sing by Delia Owens

March 16: When the Last Leaf Falls by Bill Myers

April 20: War Bonds by Cindy Hval

May 18: Horseback Honeymoon by Dorothy Ballard, Ellen and Quincy Scott

Away in a Manger? Christmas Beyond the Barn

Wednesdays, December 7, 14, 21, 9:30 AM

When we think about the story of Christmas, we picture animals gathered around the infant Jesus, angels singing, and a star shining over a stable. But the story of Christmas is more than a quiet scene depicted on a Christmas card. For three weeks in Advent, we’ll study stories in the gospels of Matthew and Luke that didn’t happen on a silent night but teach us about the One in the manger. Join us Wednesday mornings at 9:30 in the Skylight Room.

Children’s & Family Ministry

Volunteer Opportunities

You can sign up at bit.ly/ChildMinistriesHPPC to help with J.A.M. Sunday School, Wednesday evening Journey program, or other volunteer opportunities that impact children. For information on our children's programs, visit our website or contact our Director of Children's and Family Ministries, Cindy Dicken, at 509-385-0626 or [email protected].

JAM (Jesus and Me) Children's Sunday School

J.A.M. Sunday School is right after the Children’s Sermon during worship. Each week this fall, children ages 3 years through 5th grade will gather for lessons on the Parables of Jesus. There is so much to learn from these amazing stories that our Savior told while He was on earth! We have fun activities, skits, and wonderful messages planned! It’s going to be so fun!

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!

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 [email protected].

Caravan (6th-8th grade):

Mondays 6:00-7:30 PM.

Oasis (9th-12th grade):

Sundays 6:00-8:00 PM.

Sunday Donuts!

Come grab a snack! Immediately following the service on most Sundays, our middle schoolers and high schoolers meet in the youth room for donuts and a chill hangout time.

Opportunities to Serve at HPPC & in the Community

Visit our website at hamblenpres.org/getinvolved to check out a list of ways to get involved at HPPC and grow as a disciple of Jesus. You will find 10 different categories along with a few examples of things that fit in each category. In front of each category is a checkbox. If you think you would like to try out a new ministry, print the list, check the box(es) of the categories that interest you, return it to the office, and we will contact you when we have a need for volunteers. Thank you for serving with us!

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!

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!

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 Cindy Dicken, Director of Children's & Family Ministry, or call/text: (818) 321-1551

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, Administrative Assistant, or call the office: (509) 448-2909 ext. 101

To submit a prayer request or to be added to the prayer chain, send an email to [email protected].