WORSHIP WITH US

Jesus forms truth from untruth, offers joy from despair, provides hope for the hopeless, and can turn our darkness into light. Join us as we welcome the light of Christ at our Christmas Eve Services on Saturday, December 24.

A Great Light

Christmas Eve at Hamblen Park Presbyterian Church


  • 3:00 PM: Service with candle lighting and Christmas carols led by a jazz combo
  • 5:00 PM: Service with candle lighting, communion, and Christmas carols led by our Chancel Choir
  • Both services are in person and streamed live at hamblenpres.org/live-stream

Christmas Day Service--Live-Stream Only!


Worship Christmas Day when it is convenient for you! The service will be available to stream starting at 9:00 AM at hamblenpres.org/live-stream.

VIEW WORSHIP LIVE-STREAM (9 AM SUNDAYS) (click here to view)

BULLETIN FOR WORSHIP SERVICE (click here to view)

SIGN UP TO PARTICIPATE IN WORSHIP SERVICE (click here to view)

THIS WEEK'S NEWS

Holiday Office Hours


During the holidays, the church office will have reduced hours as follows:



  • Monday, December 26: CLOSED
  • Tuesday, December 27: CLOSED
  • Wednesday, December 28: 9am to NOON
  • Thursday, December 29: 9am to NOON
  • Friday, December 30: 9am to NOON
  • Monday, January 2: CLOSED

We will resume regular office hours on Tuesday, January 3. Happy Holidays!

New Year's Day Worship Service


We hope you will join us Sunday morning, January 1, for a special worship service at 9 AM. It will be a simple service where we will release our burdens to God and offer up our hopes to Him for the new year. If you stay up late the night before it may seem early, but we think it will be a meaningful way to kick off 2023.

Wednesday Morning Winter Bible Study



Not Your Favorite Bible Story: Wrestling with the book of Judges

January 4, 11, 18, 25; February 1, 8, 15


“In those days, there was no king in Israel; all the people did what was right in their own eyes.” In many ways, this evocative final line of the book of Judges summarizes the content of the entire book. Much of the narrative in Judges leaves us shocked, confused, and in some cases, terrified. Engaging this text brings us into encounter with characters and stories we might wish were deleted from the Bible. This winter we’ll wrestle some of the most challenging texts in the Hebrew scriptures to boldly ask deep questions about God and humanity. Join us Wednesday mornings at 9:30 AM in the Skylight Room.

Did You Miss the Blue Christmas Service?


If you weren't able to attend the Blue Christmas Service or would like to see it again, you can stream it at any time here.

Journey Kids’ Club Schedule


There will be no Journey Kids’ Club next week. Journey will resume January 4, 2023.

Year-End Deadlines


If you volunteer for ministry, please note that any outstanding receipts that you would like to be reimbursed for, must be turned in to the office by noon on January 6.


Any contributions that you would like included on your 2022 giving statement must be turned in to the office or postmarked by December 31.

Advent Sanctuary Decorations


Purple Advent Banners

Designed and sewn by Mary Mattie.


Pew End Banners

Designed and sewn by Jo Ann Nielsen.

Explanation:

  • Images are from a traditional Jesse Tree which represents the people, prophesies, and events leading up to the birth of Jesus.


Advent Candle Display

Constructed by Larry Ham in 2022, with help from Kyle, Hillary, and Debbie Ham.

Explanation:

  • Constructed from a maple tree on Helena Street, close to Hamblen Church.
  • Triangles in all plains signify Father, Son, and Holy Spirit.
  • Triangles are continuous, signifying eternal life.
  • Natural wood stain signifies purity.
  • Christmas star on the bottom front signifies hope.
  • Christmas candle in the middle signifies that Christ is our “center”.
  • It is not without flaws, but that was the goal. We should also strive to improve our relationships, attitudes, and actions.
  • The design is simple, but very complex to put together. Let us keep it simple in love, getting along, and making peace to make our complex world a little better. 
OTHER UPCOMING EVENTS

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:

THURSDAY, December 22

9 AM Portable Projects

4:30 PM Handbell Choir Rehearsal

7 PM Choir Rehearsal


FRIDAY, December 23

1 PM Zoom Women's Bible Study


SATURDAY, December 24

3 PM Jazz Christmas Eve Service

5 PM Traditional Christmas Eve Service


SUNDAY, December 25

NO In-Person Worship Service

Merry Christmas!


MONDAY, December 26

Church Office Closed


TUESDAY, December 27

Church Office Closed

7:30 AM NO Men's Bible Study

11 AM Program Staff Meeting

WEDNESDAY, December 28

Office Hours: 9am to NOON

9:30 AM NO Wednesday Morning Bible Study

2 PM Zoom Women's Bible Study

5 PM NO Journey Kids' Club

7 PM Worship Band Rehearsal


THURSDAY, December 29

Office Hours: 9am to NOON

9 AM Portable Projects

4:30 PM Handbell Choir Rehearsal

7 PM NO Choir Rehearsal


FRIDAY, December 30

Office Hours: 9am to NOON

1 PM Zoom Women's Bible Study


SUNDAY, January 1

9 AM In-Person/Online Worship Service

10 AM Coffee Fellowship


MONDAY, January 2

Office Closed

9 AM Deb's Circle

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 bettythomps@aol.com.


2023 Reading List:

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

Oasis Connect Retreat


January 20th-22nd marks our yearly high school winter retreat to Tall Timber! This retreat is all about connection and community—both what a healthy Christian community looks like, as well as what it means to be an active part of that kind of community! This retreat ideally leads into a time for students to discern what it looks like to commit to this church.

Family Dodgeball Night


We will hold our yearly Family Dodgeball Night on February 17, 2023 from 7-9 pm! This is a fantastic opportunity for parents to play a fun sport with their kids! Even if you don’t have kids, please come! We would love to have anyone that is interested come and play! There will be dessert after we are done playing to help you get your strength back! If you are interested in playing, please RSVP to Cindy Dicken, Director of Children’s and Family Ministries, at cindyd@hamblenpres.org.

OPPORTUNITIES TO GET INVOLVED

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!

Join the Snow Patrol



Colder weather is upon us! Our parking lot gets plowed when it snows, but we depend on volunteers to keep our walkways safe and clear of snow during the winter. If you would like to sign up in advance for a specific day that you would be willing to snowblow our sidewalks, we would love to hear from you! We have a snowblower, shovels, and de-icer. Training can be provided! Sign up for one day this season or volunteer for multiple days--your choice! If interested, contact Heather Notske at 509-385-0627 or heathern@hamblenpres.org or sign up online HERE.

CHILDREN AND YOUTH MINISTRIES

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 cindyd@hamblenpres.org.


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 mitchelp@hamblenpres.org.

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.

GIVING

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 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 prayer@hamblenpres.org.