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This Sunday, We Welcome Rev. Dr. Daniel White

as our Interim Pastor and Head of Staff

Let's get to know Pastor Daniel together!

Rev. Dr. Daniel Scott White

In 35 years of ministry Daniel has served congregations in California, New Jersey, Illinois and

Washington. Along the way he has been a vocalist, worship leader, educator, football coach,

speaker and author.

Daniel is an active member of the Presbytery of the Inland Northwest, recently concluding

twelve years as the Pastor and Head of Staff at the Whitworth Community Presbyterian Church.

He also works with congregations, Christian organizations and their leaders as a leadership

consultant.

In college Daniel fell in love with his wife, Lisha, who holds MA and MS degrees and works at

Whitworth University. Together they are the parents of four young adult children who are

studying in various college and graduate institutions. After 26 years with kids at home, they are

thriving as empty nesters.

Daniel is a foodie and an out-of-shape outdoor adventurer. If he was not a pastor, he would

pursue a career as a plus-size model or a fishing guide.

Formal Education

• Doctor of Ministry, Fuller Theological Seminary
• Master of Divinity, Princeton Theological Seminary
• Bachelor of Arts in Biblical Studies, Vanguard University of Southern California

Ministry Experience

• Whitworth Community Presbyterian Church, Spokane, WA - Pastor and Head of Staff
• AE Sloan Leadership - Senior Consultant
• Yorba Linda Presbyterian Church, Yorba Linda, CA - Pastor and Head of Staff
• Christ Church of Oak Brook, Oak Brook, IL - Associate Pastor
• First Presbyterian Church of Moorestown, Moorestown NJ - Seminary Intern
• Fallbrook Presbyterian Church, Fallbrook, CA - Director of Student Ministries
• South Coast Community Church (Mariner’s Church) Irvine, CA - High School Ministries Director

Guatemala Mission Trip Meeting THIS Sunday, 2/1



If you are interested in going on the mission trip to Guatemala this year, we are having an informational meeting in the church office conference room right after service. Our dates for the trip are August 7-16. If you are interested, but cannot attend the meeting, contact Mary Mattie, 509.998.9646 or mattiemk@comcast.net

Family Communion Introduction THIS Sunday, 2/1



Immediately following our Sunday service on 2/1 we’ll have a short (15-20 mins) time for kids to learn more about the Sacrament of Communion and why we take it together, and for parents we hope it’s a tool and resource to engage in conversation with your child and decide if the time is right for them to take Communion.

Upcoming Memorial Services

Parker Compau - Saturday, February 21 at 10:00 AM at HPPC

Kathy Sipes - Saturday, February 28 at 1:00 PM at HPPC

Let's Help Pastor Daniel by Wearing Name Tags!

To help during this pastoral transition period, please remember to wear your name tag. 

If you need a new one, please contact Jen at the church office (jenm@hamblenpres.org or 509-385-0919). Thank you!

Wednesday Morning Bible Study Continues...

Stay, remain, continue, dwell, abide. The gospel of John uses all these words to translate one core theological concept. For John, these words describe what it means to be in relationship with God and to believe in Jesus. Join us this winter for our series, Abide: Draw Near and Believe in the Gospel of John. Wednesdays, 9:30 AM in the Skylight Room.

Tai Chi Continues through 2/5

Did you know that there is a Tai Chi class offered at HPPC? You can build your strength and balance with Tai Chi led by Sandy Nolting once a week in the Fellowship Hall. Both, new and returning students are always welcome! Classes from 1-2 PM on Thursdays through 2/5/26. Tai Chi is good for ALL ages!

Earth Care News

The Hamblen Earth Care Team is currently focusing on waste reduction. We are already reducing waste by using porcelain cups in coffee hour and non-disposables at youth meals and other church events. 

A new action is the addition of a water cooler in the Skylight Room to encourage everyone to bring their water bottles to church and refill them at this handy Hydration Station. This will eliminate the waste of paper cups and plastic bottles. To promote this eco-healthy habit, we are offering HPPC logo stainless steel water bottles, beginning Sunday, February 8 after worship. Don't miss out on this exclusive opportunity to show your commitment to creation care. Limited quantity. Suggested donation of $20 each. 

In addition to the new water cooler in the Skylight Room, the Earth Care team is launching a composting effort that began at the Soup Supper with the use of compostable bowls. We will have a green bin outside and a garbage can in the kitchen for compostable items from the kitchen. Think coffee grounds, pizza boxes, etc. Instructions on what is and isn't compostable will be posted on the can. If you have questions or want to join the team, ask Allan Scruggs, chair of the Earth Care Team. The Earth Care Team is a sub-committee of the Adult Ed Committee, which is funding these initiatives.   

Get Involved with Children & Family Ministries!

Sign up to cook for a week at Journey: https://bit.ly/Journeycook.

Recipes provided or use your own!

We're always looking for more Sunday School teachers! Contact Gerrit at gerritv@hamblenpres.org for more information.

Top of the Hill 2/10

Join us February 10th at 11:30 AM as we welcome Marijke Fakasiieiki, the development and editorial associate of The Fig Tree. Marjike has been an interfaith/ecumenical consultant with faith-based non-profits, interned with the United Church of Christ office in Washington D.C., and

with the World Council of Churches in Geneva, Switzerland on fundraising, education and advocacy issues for vulnerable communities. She is married to Ikani Fakasiieiki, a Tongan-American theologian and pastor at Liberty Park/St. Paul's United Methodist Church and has three children. Please RSVP by calling the church office or signing up on the clipboard at the welcome center. A suggested $10 lunch donation is welcomed.

Annual Congregational Meeting & All-Church Potluck

Sunday, 2/22

The deacons will provide ham and potatoes for our potluck. We will need sides and desserts to round out the menu. To ensure we don't have too much of one thing, we are organizing the potluck by your last name.

If your last name starts with A through L - Please bring a side dish

If your last name starts with M through Z - Please bring a dessert

THANK YOU

from Liberty Park Community Development Center

Dear Gladys Rivers, Karen Kelly, Selina Slater, Mary Nofsinger and Linda Frank

(I sincerely hope I've included everyone here - thank you to all the "elves" who set up the Toy Store). I don't have Mary or Linda's emails so please forward to them. 

Thank you all so very much for once again putting on a fabulous Toy Store for residents of Liberty Park Apartments and neighborhood families on December 13, 2025. This thank you is of course, to the whole congregation of Hamblen Park Presbyterian Church, without whose generosity the toy store would not be possible.

This year we had more families come to the event than ever before! At least 30 families in all, who bought toys for over 70 kiddos! We had several families from the new apartments that leased out over the last 6 months. Some had not yet come to events the Community Center and we were so glad to have them come through the door! We also had a clothing giveaway going on in the room next to the Toy Store room. Everyone was able to leave with gifts and/or clothing. Families were so grateful and we were glad to meet newcomers and introduce them to what the Center has to offer.

We earned $330 and as has been our tradition for the last three years, children in the after school program voted on $100 worth of gifts to purchase from the Presbyterian Giving catalog. This year a family of chickens was the #1 choice! For the 3rd year in a row an education for a child was chosen, and for the 2nd year, purchasing a sewing machine was picked. I post the receipt from these purchases in the classroom for a few months and it leads to some great conversations and continues to be a source of pride for the children.

We are so grateful for this lovely tradition and all the support and dedication that goes into it from all you "elves" and the whole Hamblen Park Presbyterian Church congregation.

Blessings and Peace in Christ, 

Julie Cordero

Director of Community Life & Empowerment

Liberty Park Community Development Center

1417 E. Hartson Ave. Spokane, WA 99202

Website: www.libertyparkkids.org

Lenten Study: Prone to Wander

A Lenten Journey with Women in the Wilderness

Lent is traditionally a wilderness season of the church year. This devotional book explores the stories of biblical women who encountered parched and desolate places. In their stories of doubt and questioning, of dryness and distance, we can find guideposts for the inevitable wilderness times in our own lives. All these women were drawn closer to God, who does not leave us to wander alone. Join Pastors Jennie Barber and Katie Haney as we embark on this Lenten journey together, regardless of gender. Books will be available for a suggested donation of $15 or you can order from your favorite bookstore. 

Join us Tuesdays at 10:00 AM, February 24 - March 31 - Room 4.

Adult Education for March 2026

"Intergenerational Communities in Luke’s Gospel and Acts." 

Congregations today frequently wrestle with questions surrounding age: What does it mean to be an intergenerational community? How should the church engage and welcome people of all ages? What does a life of faith look like from youth to old age? 

Luke’s Gospel and Acts help us as we grapple with these questions. These texts depict Jesus in different stages of life, show how Jesus engages people of all ages, and reveal both the joys and the challenges of intergenerational community. In this class, we will discuss how faith is formed, shared, and sustained across generations—both in biblical texts and in congregations today. 

The facilitator for this class will be the Rev. Dr. Heidi Biermann, who currently serves as the West Central Connector for the Presbytery of the Inland Northwest. She holds a ThD in New Testament from Duke Divinity School, an MDiv from Princeton Theological Seminary, and a BA from Whitworth University.

Join us Sundays at 10:45 AM in the Skylight Room March 1, 8, 15, and 22.

HPPC Holiday Bazaar

presented by Deborah's Circle

Deborah’s Circle will again present a Holiday Bazaar on Saturday, November 7th (this Fall). One-half of the hall will be used to sell hand-crafted items and the other half will include a re-sale area of gently used collectibles and household items (no clothing or furniture). Included will also be a bake sale area.

To that end, Deborah’s Circle is requesting volunteers to help organize this endeavor. The time commitment will not be onerous. Janet Ray has already volunteered to be the Chairperson for the Bazaar. Please contact either Terrie Roberts, (509) 868-6286 or sunnycreeksinger@gmail.com or Janet Ray, 509-993-2000 auntray88@gmail.com to volunteer or for more information.

In addition, Hamblen Park members, friends and family are encouraged to make items for sale, including, but not limited to, table runners, pillowcases, placemats, gift bags, cotton dish cloths, or any type of hand-crafted items. People who work with woodcraft are encouraged to think of donating.

And finally, please think about any gently used items you might be willing to donate for the re-sale area.

Bite2Go Requests

Bite2Go volunteers are always needed and appreciated! Delivery sign ups are below for both Hamblen Elementary and Liberty Park. Thanks in advance for your help!

Additionally, Bite2Go is in need of funds. It is a great ministry helping children with food for the weekends. Any contributions are greatly appreciated. Please write "Bite2Go" in the memo line of your check. Thank you greatly for your help. - Your Neighborhood Deacons

Hamblen Elementary: https://bit.ly/Bite2GoHamblenElementary

Liberty Park: https://bit.ly/Bite2GoLibertyPark3zV8TGb

WAYS TO GET INVOLVED

Portable Projects

Do you have a portable craft or project you would like to work on with others in the community? Join us in Room 4 on Thursday mornings from 9:30-11:30 AM. Bring your projects and join us!

OTHER UPCOMING EVENTS

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.

All events meet in person unless otherwise noted:

Save the Dates

SUNDAY, February 8

HPPC logo stainless steel water bottles for sale today after worship

MONDAY, February 9

Earth Care Team Meeting at 7:00 PM at HPPC

TUESDAY, February 10

Top of the Hill--The Fig Tree

WEDNESDAY, February 18

Ash Wednesday Service 7:00 PM--Lent Begins

SATURDAY, February 21

Parker Compau Memorial at 10:00 AM at HPPC

TUESDAY, February 24

Lent Book Study Begins at 10:00 AM

SUNDAY, February 22

Annual Congregational Meeting and All-Church Potluck

SATURDAY, February 28

Kathy Sipes Memorial at 1:00 PM at HPPC

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SUNDAY, March 1

Adult Ed Series Starts: "Intergenerational Communities in Luke’s Gospel and Acts." 

SUNDAY, March 8

Adult Ed Continues: "Intergenerational Communities in Luke’s Gospel and Acts." 

SUNDAY, March 15

Adult Ed Continues: "Intergenerational Communities in Luke’s Gospel and Acts." 

SUNDAY, March 22

Adult Ed Last in Series: "Intergenerational Communities in Luke’s Gospel and Acts." 

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THURSDAY, April 2

Maundy Thursday

SUNDAY, April 5

Easter

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TUESDAY, August 4

National Night Out

FRIDAY - SUNDAY, August 7 - 16

Guatemala Mission Trip

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SATURDAY, November 7

HPPC Holiday Bazaar

NEXT GEN MINISTRIES

The focus of Next Gen Ministries at HPPC is on families. Mitchel Pierce, Director of Next Gen Ministries, organizes activities, plan events, teach, share, and invest in our students.

Children’s & Family Ministries

Click HERE to register your child for HPPC activities. Please submit a separate form for each child. For more information on our children's programs, visit the children's page on our website at hamblenpres.org/children. For questions, contact Mitchel Pierce, Director of Next Gen Ministries, at mitchelp@hamblenpres.org.

Children's Sunday School (3-yrs - 5th Grade)

Sunday School is right after the Children’s Sermon during most worship services throughout the school year. Each week, children aged 3 years through 5th grade will gather for Bible lessons. We have fun activities, skits, and wonderful messages planned!

Kids' Zone (3-yrs - 1st Grade)

On mornings with no Sunday School, 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. 

Journey Kids' Club (1st-5th Grade)

Journey Kids' Club meets Wednesdays, 5:00-7:00 PM, October--May. 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!

Get Involved!

Sign up to cook for a week at Journey: https://bit.ly/Journeycook. Recipes provided!

We're always looking for more Sunday School teachers! Contact Gerrit at gerritv@hamblenpres.org for more information.

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 Next Gen Ministries, at mitchelp@hamblenpres.org.

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. 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 Daniel White, Interim Pastor and Head of Staff

Click to email Pastor Jennie Barber, Assoc. Pastor of Care & Outreach, or call/text: (206) 794-0689

Click to email Rev. Katie Haney, Parish Associate, or call/text: (509) 840-3456

Click to email Heather Notske, Director of Operations, or call/text: (509) 251-6468

Click to email Mitchel Pierce, Director of Next Gen Ministries, or call/text: (206) 739-6126

Click to email Gerrit Van Zwol, Children's Ministry Coordinator

Click to email Riley Hommer, Youth Ministry Coordinator

Click to email Scott Dicken, Director of Worship Arts, or call/text: (818) 464-6034

Click to email Jen Malcolm, Administrative Assistant, or call 509-385-0619

To submit a prayer request or to be added to the prayer chain, send an email to prayer@hamblenpres.org.