Use the season of Lent to return to the Lord and renew your Christian faith

You should have received a Lenten devotional in the mail titled "Drawn to the Cross." This booklet of intentional daily devotionals inspired by Henri Nouwen will draw us closer to the cross each day.

If you did not receive one or would like another to share with a friend, they are available at the information center in the main hallway. If you want to go a little deeper into the devotional, there are also daily questions available at the information center or HERE. You can use these personally or with a family member or friend. If you would like to join a small group, we will have two groups meeting through March to discuss the daily readings and questions:

• Sunday mornings, following worship in the Skylight Room (March 5, 12, 19, 26, & April 2), led by Heather Notske. Childcare available if requested.

• Wednesday evenings at 7pm, ON ZOOM, (March 1, 8, 15, 22, & 29), led by Pastor Jennie.

If you have questions or would like to attend a group, please contact Heather at 509-385-0627 or [email protected].

Lenten Almsgiving

We are celebrating the ancient Lenten practice of almsgiving. Each Sunday we’ll hear from one of our mission partners and have a special opportunity to increase the church’s financial support for them. You may give at bit.ly/HPPCMinistrySupport or at worship services. By working with our partners, we are not just "giving alms," but supporting ongoing ministries.

This Sunday's ministry partner:

• Liberty Park Community Development Center is a mission of the Presbytery of the Inland Northwest that shares Christ’s love through education opportunities, community connections, and empowering relationships. LPCDC hosts a free preschool, clothing bank and food pantry, and connects families to resources in Spokane.

Communion This Sunday

Communion will be observed this Sunday. If you are worshiping with us from home and would like to celebrate communion during our Sunday morning service, please be sure to have a piece of bread or cracker, and something to drink ready when worship begins.

One Great Hour of Sharing

We have the fun fish banks available again this year for kids to collect a Lenten offerings for One Great Hour of Sharing. These are available at the Information Center in the church entry.

Camp Spalding 2023 Registration Available This Monday

Don’t let the snow and cold weather fool you...camp is just around the corner! There was record attendance in 2022, and many of the camps are expected to sell out again in 2023. As such, it is highly recommended that you register early. Information regarding camp dates can be found at campspalding.org/schedule/.

HPPC provides scholarships for half of the cost for camp. To receive a code for the 50% scholarship, contact Sandy Riebe before you register at [email protected]. Registration will open March 6, on the camp website at bit.ly/campspalding2023.

2023 Oasis Mission Week Info Meeting This Sunday

Each summer our high schoolers embark on a Mission Week where we explore partnership, service, and justice! This year our Mission Week is focused on local partnership right here in Spokane; we’ll be working with various local organizations and ministries each day and staying here at the church each night.

• Informational Meeting: Sunday, March 5th, 5:00-6:00pm
• Commitment Deadline: Sunday, March 19th
• The Mission Week: July 17th-22nd
• For more info contact Mitchel Pierce at [email protected] or 206-739-6126

Oasis + Caravan Sunday Sessions Begin This Sunday

We’re so excited to launch a new weekly program for our middle and high schoolers on Sundays following the worship service! This is a chance to dive deeper into our community and the Bible. We’ll spend time together hanging out, learning ways to better understand the Bible, and practicing tools to help us understand and apply what we learn.

• Weekly from 10:00-11:00 am each Sunday, beginning March 5
• For both Oasis + Caravan (6th-12th grades)

On Your Mark….Get Set….Bite2Go

Thank you to everyone who signed up for our newest Bite2Go volunteer opportunity at Liberty Park Community Early Learning Center. All available dates have already been filled!

We still have a few dates available to finish off the school year for Hamblen Elementary at bit.ly/Bite2GoHamblen. Thank you in advance for your enthusiastic support!

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 or call the church office (509-385-0627) by the Friday before the event.

NEXT PRESENTATION:

• March 14--Jessica Laughery & Chud Wendle, Hutton Settlement Home

UPCOMING PRESENTATIONS:

• April 11--Jeannie Wright with Glen & John, Easter Cantata

• May 9--Alan Lesher, CEO YMCA

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:

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 [email protected] or sign up online HERE.

Children’s & Family Ministry

Volunteer Opportunities

You can 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, 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, children ages 3 years through 5th grade will gather for Bible lessons. 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 Sessions

Immediately following the service on Sundays, our middle and high schoolers meet in the youth room to dive deeper into our community and the Bible.

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: (509) 385-0627

Click to email Cindy Dicken, Director of Children's & Family Ministry, or call (509) 385-0626

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].