WORSHIP WITH US

When Jesus calls us to follow him, he invites us to a journey that is full of diverse paths. Whether we encounter ease, challenge, or change, each path draws us closer to God. Join us Sunday mornings this fall as we explore the unique ways we are led by Jesus the Way.

September 10 - The Way of Joy

September 17 - The Way of Wilderness

September 24 - The Way of Change

October 1 - The Way of Wonder

If you miss a week, you can view past sermons from this series HERE.

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World Communion Sunday

This Sunday we will celebrate World Communion Sunday with our brothers and sisters in Christ around the globe! We will have special music and the children are invited to help carry in communion elements. If you are celebrating from home, please be sure to have a piece of bread or cracker, and something to drink ready when worship begins.

Kids Participate in Worship This Sunday!

During the 9:00 AM Worship Service on October 1, all kids are invited to help celebrate World Communion Sunday by joining in the opening processional. Be there by 8:45!

Guatemalan Mission Team

After service this Sunday, October 1, the team who journeyed to Guatemala will be in the Fellowship Hall to answer your questions and share their experiences with you. We look forward to telling you about the Libros Abiertos (Open Books) program that you sponsor, and how it is changing children's lives in Guatemala.

 Journey Kids' Club Begins Next Week

October 4, 5:00 PM-7:00 PM

From 5pm to 7pm on Wednesday each week, Kindergarteners through 5th graders are invited for games, dinner, lessons, music, and fun! Our first night back is Family Pizza Night. Parents and siblings are invited to join the Journey kids for dinner on October 4, at 6pm.

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

The Top of the Hill Friends provides a luncheon and program for the retirement age group. The lunch is followed by informative speakers who cover a variety of important topics. Suggested donation to cover lunch is $8, cash or check. To RSVP, sign up on the clipboard at the Information Center in the church entry or call the church office (509-385-0627) by the Friday before the event.

NEXT PRESENTATION:

• October 10 - Learn the history of music as Kay Lester presents the slideshow: The Magic of Music

UPCOMING PRESENTATION:

• November 14

Preschool Play Structure Fundraiser

The Preschool Ministry Butter Braids fundraiser starts next week! All money earned will go towards our BIG DREAM of a new outdoor play structure for Hamblen Park Presbyterian Preschool and Church. The tasty breads are perfect for the holidays, so stock up and check out the online store for gluten free options. 

Order forms will be in the foyer and all checks can be made to Hamblen Park Preschool. Please bring orders to the Preschool or Church office. All orders are due by October 16. 

To Our Faithful Bite2Go Supporters

Hamblen Elementary has had a change in boundaries that include more low-income apartment children. They now are requesting 30 'kits' per week, which has been approved. That means we are responsible for an additional $50 per week, and an average of $600 per month. We continue to trust in your unwavering, faithful financial support.  

Drivers, if the bags are too heavy, remember you can contact the school office at 509.354.2900, and they will bring out a cart to assist you.

Questions? Contact Karen Kelly 509.599.7518. Again, thank you for all your support of our neighborhood school.

Children's and Family Ministry Update

Click HERE to learn more about upcoming events, staffing needs, and other Children's Ministry news.

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, fill out the form online or 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. There are also printed copies available at the Information Center in the church entry. Thank you for serving with us!

Pardon Our Mess

We’re in the process of remodeling on the south side of the building to make our youth room and room 4 more inviting, functional, and safe spaces. Thanks for your patience!

An Update from Pastor Steve

I've completed 2187 miles of the PCT. Most of them with some super cool friends I've made. We just finished the Sierra and are making different decisions about next steps. I don't have too many miles left but they are all snow, rain, or even on fire. I'm not sure what my next move will be....might need to wait out trail conditions. It's been amazing. I've never hiked more than 80 miles at once before this. 2187 feels like a huge accomplishment. Thanks to everyone for support and encouragement....especially to Hamblen Pres!

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:

Sunday School Helper Training

All youth who are serving or are interested in serving as Sunday School helpers are invited to a training, Sunday, October 8, at 10:15 AM. We'll meet in the Skylight Room to answer questions, review expectations, and talk about the best ways to support teachers and kids. Donuts will be provided! Please reach out to Mitchel ([email protected]) or Pastor Jennie ([email protected]) with questions.

Our Money Story Devotional Guide and Discussion Group

Talking about money and finances is uncomfortable so we often avoid doing so, but money and possessions are two of the most talked about topics in Scripture--Jesus talked about money more than faith and prayer.

Our relationship with our money, our time, and our other resources is complicated. We all have a money story, whether we recognize it or not. Some of us are living from a story of shame or guilt. Others have been taught that our actions won't have an impact. Many fear that they will run out or not have enough.

Our October 8-29 sermon series will explore how events in the past have influenced our connection with money in the present. There is a beautiful and thoughtful devotional guide available on the information table that follows along with each week's sermon theme. After worship each week there will be a discussion group in the Skylight Room, led by Heather Notske. We hope you will join us there!

Holding Space for Grief

Join us monthly for a group providing support for those who have experienced loss and/or those who are walking through grief with a friend or family member. Group will be facilitated by Rev. Scott Kinder-Pyle, an ordained Presbyterian minister and a board certified chaplain, currently working with Gentiva Hospice. This group meets at 6 PM in Room 1 on the following dates:

• October 24
• November 21

Questions? Ask Heather Notske [email protected] or 509-385-0627.

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 [email protected].

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. 

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

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 or call the phone numbers listed. Please reach out!

Steve Watts, Pastor, Head of Staff, ON SABBATICAL THROUGH OCT 23, 2023

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: (509) 385-0627

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 [email protected].