You No Longer Need to Sign In on Sunday Mornings!
The Pew Pads are back! We will again be passing the Pew Pads while seated comfortably in the Sanctuary. There is no need to register online nor stand in line to sign in on Sunday morning. See you there!
|
|
Churches like Hamblen are needed more than ever. Our witness during the pandemic and our love for neighbors spoke volumes to people about the gospel of Jesus Christ. As all churches face post-pandemic challenges, we explore how much God’s mission matters. It’s a mission worth our time, talent, and treasure. It even gives our lives significance. Growing active followers of Jesus Christ and building his community matters to us and to the world around us. |
|
Join us for In-Person Worship on Sunday mornings at 9 AM!
- You no longer need to sign in on Sunday mornings!
- Masks required in accordance with the statewide mandate.
- Nursery care provided.
- Communion served in factory-sealed packets the first Sunday of the month.
|
|
Updated Mask Guidance
Please wear your mask in the church building. We are implementing the statewide mask mandate for indoor settings. This includes vaccinated individuals. We do this, not out of fear, but as an act of love for our neighbors in the Spokane community and to practice Romans 13:1.
|
|
We are booming!
Volunteers are needed for several ministries. One urgent need is for ushers on Sunday mornings. Sign up at hamblenpres.org/signup.
|
|
Don't Miss Date Night Tomorrow
Date Night Returns with "Conversations that Connect," Friday, November 12, 5:45-9:00 PM.
Conversations are the building blocks within a family. Each one shapes part of who we are as a family and as individuals. Join us– grown-ups who love and live with children, preteens, and teens– as we learn from Julie Metzger. Julie is the founder of Great Conversations, which has supported families as they navigate communication for over 30 years. Her work has been featured in The New York Times and on the Today Show. Julie will provide an opportunity to consider strategies to strengthen family communication. After our time with Julie, head out on a date and we will watch your children! RSVP at bit.ly/HPPCDateNightNov.
|
|
Upcoming Acolyte Training
Fourth graders (and fifth graders who have not gone through acolyte training!) are invited to attend Acolyte Training being held Sunday, November 21, at 10 AM in the sanctuary right after the worship service. For questions, contact Kathy Williams at [email protected].
|
|
A Family in Need
There is a Hamblen Elementary School family that just grew when they got custody of 2 young children who only came with a bag of clothes. They are a 2-year-old girl and a 3-year-old boy. They could use clothing items, toys, and furniture. Angela Hartsfield, School Counselor, has shared some community resources with them, but is hoping there is someone at church who has some things that the family could use. If you are able to help, please contact Angela at Hamblen Elementary, 509-354-2901. Thank you for all you do for our Hamblen community!
|
|
Tis the Season –
for the Liberty Park Community Development Center Toy Store
As we count our blessings throughout the Thanksgiving season, we turn our attention to the Liberty Park Children Center’s Toy Store scheduled for December 10th. Your continued support of the Neighborhood Outreach programs is a true blessing to our church, as well as those we support.
Starting next week, the Sign-up Genius will be available for you to purchase toys for the Children’s Center. Watch for it in your weekly e-news.
To participate, open the Sign-up Genius for the Toy Store, choose specific items to purchase, and drop them off (unwrapped) in the ‘Toy Box’ in the church foyer anytime the church doors are open. An evening drop off is available on Wednesday, December 1, 5:00 – 7:00 PM. Monetary donations designated for the ‘Toy Store’ are also welcome.
Donations will be accepted through Monday, December 6th. Thank you for considering and participating in this ministry.
|
|
Taste of Guatemala: Virtual Chocolate Tasting and Celebration
If you have registered for CEDEPCA's chocolate tasting event, be sure to join us Thursday, November 18, at 4:30 PM for an evening filled with sweet bites, celebration and camaraderie. This 75-minute event will feature an interactive tasting with chocolate sommelier Estelle Tracy of 37 Chocolates and Nico Silverman of Diego’s Chocolates, followed by a celebration of CEDEPCA’s 35th anniversary! Please email [email protected] or [email protected] with any questions.
|
|
Children's Christmas Joy Drive
Through Wednesday, December 1, HPPC is collecting new clothing for kids infant to 6th grade for the Mission Community Outreach Center's "Children's Christmas Joy Drive." Your help in making this a joyful Christmas for many local children is greatly appreciated. Drop off donations in the blue barrel located at the Information Center in the church entry hall.
|
|
New Items Needed:
- Jeans & Pants
- Shirts (Long Sleeve Preferred)
- Girls & Boys Underwear
- Winter Gloves
|
|
|
Building Christ's Community
World Relief expects that 200 refugees from Afghanistan will be coming to Spokane. They have a need for Welcome Kits to prepare homes for families fleeing violence and danger. Use this link, bit.ly/WorldReliefWelcomeKits to review the kits: kitchen, linen, cleaning, elementary, or middle and high school kits, how to assemble and deliver a kit.
Thank you for building God's kingdom in Spokane!
|
|
Moran Vista Ministry Opportunities
Moran Vista Retirement Community on 57th Avenue would like to start a weekday Bible study. The Bible study can be on a Monday, Tuesday, or Wednesday in the morning or evening.
We also need worship leaders for once-a-month Sunday worship services at Moran Vista. The service begins at 2:00 pm. Worship leadership needs include a musician, a song leader, and someone to provide an inspiring reading or a simple sermon.
If you would like more information or would like to volunteer for these Moran Vista ministries, contact Joe Bruce at his desk, 509-385-0626. You can also email [email protected].
|
|
Kids' Masks Needed
Hamblen Elementary has a need for kids' masks. For those of you who are handy with a sewing machine, HERE is a link for instructions on sewing masks for kids. If you are able to help with reusable cloth or single-use disposable masks, please bring children's mask donations to the information table at the church. Thank you!
|
|
Hurricane Ida Relief
Presbyterian Disaster Assistance is delivering aid to those impacted by Hurricane Ida. This will be a long-term commitment to the people impacted by this catastrophic destruction. PDA will continue to work with Presbyterian leadership to respond to Hurricane Ida and remain engaged in the recovery efforts during the hurricane season of 2021. PDA will provide emotional and spiritual care as well as long-term recovery to address unmet needs. We invite you to join in this effort by donating HERE. Thank you for your support!
|
|
Bite2Go
Volunteers may sign up HERE for delivery of Bite2Go food kits to Hamblen Elementary. We are again supporting 20 students with Bite2Go take-home meal supplements this school year. Your support has been tremendous the last several years and we look forward to your continued commitment. Volunteers are needed to pick up food at 2nd Harvest and drop off at Hamblen Elementary. Monetary donations help fund the program, which is $5.00 per week, per student. For those who wish to give support through monetary donations, please designate them for ‘Bite2go’. You can find instructions and a map to Second Harvest HERE. For questions, call Karen Kelly at 509-599-7518. Thank you for committing to this ministry.
|
|
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.
|
|
FRIDAY, November 12
1 PM Zoom Gladys' Group
SATURDAY, November 13
All-Day Presbytery Meeting
SUNDAY, November 14
7:30 AM Zoom Sunday AM Bible Study
9 AM In-Person/Online Worship Service
10 AM In-Person 40 Days of Community
2 PM Jace W. Eagle Court
6 PM In-Person Oasis Youth Group
MONDAY, November 15
3:30 PM Girl Scouts
6 PM In-Person Caravan Youth Group
|
|
TUESDAY, November 16
7:30 AM In-Person/Zoom Men's Bible Study
1 PM In-Person Staff Meeting
6 PM Scout Troop #313
6 PM In-Person Welcoming Committee
7 PM Zoom Deacon Meeting
WEDNESDAY, November 17
2 PM Zoom Betty's Group
5 PM In-Person/Zoom Journey 1st-5th Grade
THURSDAY, November 18
2 PM Book Club
7 PM Choir Rehearsal
FRIDAY, November 19
1 PM Zoom Gladys' Group
|
|
|
Volunteers Needed for This Year's
Advent Fair/Christmas Pageant from Scratch
We are switching things up a little bit this year and combining Advent Fair with the Christmas Pageant from Scratch from 6-8 PM on Sunday, December 5th. We need volunteers to make this a celebration of the season for all ages. If you would like to help staff project tables, and/or manage a costume room during the event, please contact Joe Bruce at [email protected].
|
|
HPPC Book Club
You can join the Book Club for a discussion either in person or via Zoom on the 3rd Thursday of the month at 2 PM. For more information, contact Betty Thompson at [email protected].
2021/2022 Reading List:
November 18: Created For Commitment by Audrey Witherall Johnson
January 20: We Band of Angels by E. Norman
February 17: The Widow’s War by Sally Gunning
March 17: The Island of Sea Women by Lisa See
April 21: Girl Waits With Gun by Amy Stewart
May 19: The Girl Who Wrote in Silk by Kelli Estes
|
|
An Update from the Moe's Ministry
Betsey and Eric Moe have provided an update about their ministry. They wanted to provide ways to stay connected to them personally and say, "Thank you so much for your continued support of us as Mission Co-Workers at CEDEPCA in Guatemala. Your partnership is a true blessing." To hear more from Betsey and Eric, click on the links below:
|
|
Sanctuary Flowers for 2022
A poster is now available on a bulletin board in the east hallway to sign up for providing flowers for worship services. Instructions can be found next to the poster for those who are interested in helping to add beauty to the sanctuary or would like to honor someone by providing flowers in memory of a loved one. If you are currently attending services from home but would still like to provide flowers, you can call the church office at 509-385-0619. Thank you!
|
|
If you wish to order a poinsettia to grace the sanctuary during Advent, you may designate it "In Memory" or "In Honor" of a family member or friend. Envelopes are located at the Information Center, and the cost is $15 per poinsettia plant. Please fill out the information and place the envelopes in the offering plate or on the secretary's desk in the church office by November 28th. If you are worshipping with us online, you can also place your order by calling the church office at 509-448-2909, or through our website here.
|
|
CHILDREN AND YOUTH MINISTRIES |
|
JAM (Jesus and Me)
Children's Sunday School
J.A.M. Sunday School is in person right after the Children’s Sermon during worship. Face masks will be utilized. This year our theme is “Heroes of the Bible”. Three-year-old through 1st-grade children will gather in self contained classrooms using Augsburg Fortress curriculum to learn about their favorite Bible hero. Second grade through fifth grade continue their fun using the rotation model. Each week students will investigate a Bible hero as they rotate through food, games, computer, video, and science sites throughout the building.
Journey (Wednesday Evening Program for 1st-5th Graders)
Journey meets Wednesday evenings, 5:00 to 7:00pm. Mike Rose and team bring back those wonderful dinners. Karen Kelly brings all her teaching skills into play during our games time. We will have games, Bible study, highs and lows for the week, and laughter. A weekly donation of $4.00 is asked to help support some of the Journey activities. You are encouraged to bring a friend.
|
|
Children's Ministries Volunteer Opportunities
You can sign up HERE to help with J.A.M. Sunday School, Wednesday evening Journey program, or other volunteer opportunities that impact children. For questions, please contact Joe Bruce at [email protected].
|
|
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
|
|
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.
|
|
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 |
|
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!
To submit a prayer request or to be added to the prayer chain, send an email to [email protected].
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
