This past weekend Alda Smith, Brenda Hutchins, Lisa Pecorini, and Gretchen Bentley were able to attend the 2023 Women’s Connection Conference at Montreat, NC.

Come share the Peace of Christ with coffee and fellowship before worship beginning at 9:30 in the Parlor! All are welcome; hope to see you there!

Isaiah 55:1-9

Matthew 14:13-21

"Blessed and Broken"

Are you interested in joining Colonial Heights Presbyterian Church? Are you curious about what it means to be Presbyterian? Are you already a member but desire to know more about how to get involved?

Meet in Room 221 this Sunday, August 20 at 11:30am to learn more about how you can be active within the life of this church family. Lunch will be served so contact David ASAP if you plan to attend. All are welcome and bring your questions!

Colonial Heights Presbyterian Church was awarded this month's Keeping Kingsport Beautiful Beautification Award in recognition of the lovely scenery located on the church property.

Special thanks to the members of our Building & Facilities Committee for all their hard work to ensure our property is hospitable and inviting!

The Habitat Faith Build is really coming together and reaching the final stages of the project. Thank you to everyone who has put time and effort into this build and for all the ongoing prayers as work continues to make this house a home for Marquetta and her family.

Are you interested in learning more about Habitat for Humanity and all they offer within our community? Then make sure to join us in worship on August 28 as we are joined by Habitat's Executive Director, Laura Kelly, who will share more information about all the ways Habitat helps to care for those in need.

From the names you suggest, and dependent upon the work of the Holy Spirit, the ONC will move a slate of five individuals for your approval as Elders, two individuals as Trustees, as well as three individuals to serve on next year’s ONC. In accordance with the Book of Order, a congregational meeting to elect officers has been called by the Session after worship on Sunday, October 22. The deadline for returning your suggestions is Sunday, September 3. You may offer your submissions by completing a nomination form and returning it to the church office or emailing it to Mary directly

The flowers in the sanctuary are given to the Glory of God in honor of Ed and Gloria Stanford’s grandchildren for a memorable Summer filled with fun and blessings.

The Youth Group will meet in the Youth Center this Sunday night from 5-6:30 pm for dinner and bible study. Hope to see you there!

The Women's Ministry meets this Sunday, August 20, at 2pm in the gym to work on this year's Christmas Shoebox mission project. All ages are welcome to come and create a personal card to go in each shoebox. Please bring $5 as well to cover costs of shipping. Contact Alda Smith for more details.

Mark your calendars for four special bible studies about the book of James each Sunday night in September. Each gathering will include a shared meal before this intergenerational event. The children will have their own fun, music, and learning while the Adults and Youth study scripture together. All are welcome!

Troop 48 hosts a yard sale at the church on Saturday, September 9. Donated items in good condition may be donated the morning of for the scouts to sell. All proceeds will fund travel expenses for a trip to Sea Base in Islamorada, FL.

Troop 48 hosts their annual CPR Training at the church on Monday, September 18 from 6-8 pm in the gym. Additional spaces are available for this class for interested youth (14 and up) and adults. A registration fee is $25. Please contact Mary in the office to sign up if interested.

Support UKirk ETSU by feeding students each week during their Monday Night Worship gatherings throughout the fall semester. If you or someone you know would be interested in signing up for one of these opportunities, please click here to sign up using the google spreadsheet. Meals are an integral part of UKirk ETSU's culture and outreach. Contact the office if you have any specific questions about how you can help support this important ministry of our presbytery. 

The Missions Ministry Team is asking for help supporting the Blessing Box during the month of August. Volunteers are needed to restock the box twice a week and to identify when various supplies run low. If you are able to help, please contact Allen Booth by email or Mary in the office.

All items for the weekly online newsletter should be emailed to Mary at office@chpres.org by end of business on Tuesday.

First Presbyterian Church Kingsport is hosting a free viewing of the documentary "At the River" on Sunday September 10 at 12pm. From the director's website: "Crowder travelled throughout the Southeast interviewing ministers, now in their 80’s and 90’s, about their experiences and what it took to go against the racist currents during those hard days within their local communities and congregations." The event includes lunch and discussion afterward with the director, Carolyn Crowder. Follow the link below to sign up for a seat and free meal.

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