In the fall of 2021, my life did a very big pivot. Things were changing (that dreaded change word). I started studying and praying, "God, what is next?" One verse that spoke to me came from Jeremiah 29:11, saying, "The Lord declares, I know the plans I have for you, plans to prosper you and not harm, plans to give hope and a future." The Spirit was telling me, "just let go and I will show you."

It was soon afterwards that CHPC's new Women's Fellowship Ministry started forming in my mind. As an Elder in our church, I was feeling God's call to do something new. I wasn't alone either as another member of our church was praying about where to participate and another was praying for a plan to engage in something meaningful. The Holy Spirit brought us together, and we keep telling ourselves to be faithful as we step out on this new adventure. I'm very excited to see where God takes us in the future and I invite you to join us every step of the way!

Grace and peace,

-Alda Smith

P.S. Ladies, don't forget our Women’s Ministry event “Bingo Banter: Let’s Laugh” this Sunday, June 12 at 2pm in the gym. Be prepared to share a comical story about yourself!

Looking to connect with your church family? Break some bread and spend some quality time together with Fellowship Dinners this summer!

Simply fill out a sign-up form on Sunday morning or contact Gretchen Bentley with your 1st and 2nd choices from the following five evenings:

Your host will contact you about the time and location. You can also check with the host to see if you can contribute in any way. We hope that everyone will take advantage of this great opportunity to foster connections within our congregation and get to know each other better!

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 42:1-9

Acts 10:34-48

"This Is the Way"

A special thanks to our confirmands for leading worship last week and to their mentors, Gretchen Bentley, Ann Johnson, Lisa Pecorini, and Donna Weinman, for sharing their gifts and working alongside David and Tyler this spring semester!

We are excited to partner with CHUMC for a very special combined Vacation Bible School! We invite your family to join us July 10-14 from 6-8pm at Colonial Heights United Methodist Church as we explore the ways we are called by Jesus to be the church in our community and in the world!

Head on over to our website to register! Registration is open to all children in grades preschool-fifth and ends Sunday, June 26. Adults and youth are welcome to register as a volunteer by Sunday, June 19.

Have questions? Contact Tyler to learn more.

All are welcome to join the CHPC Walkers for our first walk on Saturday, June 11 in downtown Kingsport for the Quilt Trail. We will meet at the train station at 9am. If you have questions, call Gretchen Bentley.

Join your church family for a night out on July 2 to see local musician and The Voice contestant, Carson Peters play with his band Iron Mountain at The Carter Family Fold! We will meet at the church at 6pm. The show starts at 7:30pm. Admission is $10 for adults, $2 for ages 6-11, and free for children 6 and under. Contact Gretchen Bentley if interested in attending.

We are excited to partner with the Marsh Regional Blood Center by hosting a blood drive right here at CHPC! On Sunday, August 21 the bloodmobile will set up in our parking lot and collect donations from 1-4pm. You may sign up for a time-slot by filling out the online form or by calling the church office. Click here to view medical requirements for donating.

If you are interested in playing pickleball, join us on Thursday night at 7pm in the gym. Paddles are available.

Our friends at Holston Camp still have staff and volunteer positions open for their 2022 summer season. The weekly pay has been increased. Camper slots are still available, too! For more information or to apply, visit their website or contact Executive Director Dave Cohn.

Out of shared desire to love others as Christ calls us to do, Covid protocols are still in effect which includes masking being recommended but not required during worship. You may read the guidelines in detail here. Please contact the front office if you begin to feel poorly after attending worship. Thank you for your willingness to love thy neighbor in these ways as we seek to faithfully serve in Christ's name.

The Presbyterian Disaster Assistance (PDA) is providing aid to address the humanitarian crisis created by the war in Ukraine. You can learn more about their important work here. If you feel called to contribute financially, please do so through PDA's online giving portal here.

All items for the weekly online newsletter should be emailed to Kacee at kacee@chpres.org by noon on Wednesday.

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