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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Youth Sunday Sessions Begin THIS Sunday!
Sixth through twelfth graders are invited to the Youth Room following the worship service this Sunday until 11am as we learn how to read the Bible!
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Acolyte Training - THIS Sunday
Calling all incoming 4th and 5th graders! Are you interested in becoming an acolyte and assisting in worship services? We have a short meeting and training session for potential acolytes and their parents coming up Sunday, September 24, immediately after the service. We will meet at the front row of the sanctuary. Please respond to Kathy Williams at kathylwms@gmail.com if your child is interested.
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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 (mitchelp@hamblenpres.org) or Pastor Jennie (jennieb@hamblenpres.org) with questions.
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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!
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Book Club Now Meets at 1:00 PM
You can join the Book Club for a discussion in the Fellowship Hall on the 3rd Thursday of the month at 1 PM (NEW TIME!). For more information, contact Betty Thompson at bettythomps@aol.com. Our next meeting is October 19, during which we will discuss West With Giraffes by Lynda Rutledge.
If you would like to get started reading the book selection for November's meeting, we will be discussing Under a Cloudless Sky by Chris Fabry. With part of the story taking place in 1933 and the other half in 2004, it is a multilayered, engaging story with rich details and interesting characters. It offers readers some surprising twists as the two stories slowly weave together.
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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!
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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.
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All events meet in person unless otherwise noted: | |
THURSDAY, September 21
9 AM Portable Projects
4:30 PM Bell Choir Rehearsal
5:45 PM Choir Dinner
7 PM Choir Rehearsal
FRIDAY, September 22
Church Office Closed
9 AM Stampers
1 PM Zoom Women's Bible Study
SUNDAY, September 24
7:30 AM Sunday AM Zoom Bible Study
9 AM In-Person/Online Worship Service
10 AM Coffee Fellowship
10 AM Acolyte Training
10:30 AM Nominating Committee
6 PM Oasis Youth Group
MONDAY, September 25
6 PM Caravan Youth Group
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TUESDAY, September 26
7:30 AM Men's Bible Study
11 AM Program Staff Meeting
6:00 PM Scout Troop 313
WEDNESDAY, September 27
9:30 AM Wednesday AM Bible Study
2 PM Zoom Women's Bible Study
7 PM Worship Band Rehearsal
THURSDAY, September 28
9 AM Portable Projects
11 AM Youth Task Force
4:30 PM Bell Choir Rehearsal
7 PM Choir Rehearsal
FRIDAY, September 29
Church Office Closed
1 PM Zoom Women's Bible Study
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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:
Questions? Ask Heather Notske heathern@hamblenpres.org or 509-385-0627.
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CHILDREN AND YOUTH MINISTRIES | |
Children’s & Family Ministry
Volunteer Opportunities
You can 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 jennieb@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, children age 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.
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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.
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Caravan (6th-8th grade):
Mondays 6:00-7:30 PM
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Oasis (9th-12th grade):
Sundays 6:00-8:00 PM
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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 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 prayer@hamblenpres.org.
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