Colonial Heights Presbyterian Church is a congregation that
values a diversity of belief. Whether you're full of faith or full of doubt,
you'll find people who have been there and accept you for where you are.
We welcome all people to worship, pray, eat, seek spiritual answers and enjoy life within this community of faith. All are welcome!
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Women's Ministry trip to Bellafina Chocolates |
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The Women's Ministry had a great trip to Bellafina Chocolates this past Sunday afternoon! We got to tour the facility and see how and where all of the delicious action takes place. Jes Tweed Williams and Cari Parker shared with us the history of this ministry and the many ways in which we can be a part of this great work.
100% of Bellafina's profits go toward several different children charities located in the US and abroad. This money goes to help children threatened by disease, poverty, abuse, neglect. Some organizations even work to combat generational poverty, illiteracy, and underemployment. The facility itself also employs struggling and threatened women and accept volunteers.
Bellafina also has a small retail store, so the next time you need a gift or a special something for an event: go to Bellafina for a delicious treat made by some awesome people doing wonderful ministry!
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Sunday's Scripture (NRSV):
Psalm 116:1-19
Luke 24:13-35
Sermon Title:
"Burning Hearts Upon the Road"
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Wish to worship with us again or during the week?
Click below to view last week's worship service.
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Don't Forget about our
Weekly Coffee & Fellowship Time!
Gathering together in fellowship is an important aspect of our worship life at CHPC. All are welcome to share the Peace of Christ during a time of Christian hospitality with coffee and such before worship beginning at 9:30 in the Parlor. Hope to see you there!
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Your Session met on Monday evening, April 17. Special guest, Rev. Karen Russell, shared with us an update on the ministry of Holston Presbytery. Items of interest included notification that security systems including electronic doors and internal and external cameras will be updated during the month of May; approval of a rescheduled bed build with Sleep in Heavenly Peace on May 20 (with a "rain date on May 21 if needed); and approval of a Two Year Vision for CHPC to be rolled out in the coming weeks. (Stay Tuned!)
The next Stated Session meeting is scheduled for Monday, May 15 at 5:30 pm.
In Christ,
Clark Parker (Clerk) and David Randolph (Moderator)
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Holston Presbytery Youth Event |
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The Youth Group will be going to the Johnson City Family Skate Center this Sunday night for a Holston Presbytery Youth event. There is no cost and dinner will be included. The van leaves from the church at 5p, pickup at 8p. Hope you can make it! |
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Holston Presbytery Camp and
Retreat Center Work Day
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Holston Presbytery Camp and Retreat Center is hosting a work day to spruce up the camp and get it ready for the upcoming summer season.
The main work day will be held on Friday, May 5 and Saturday May 6. A list of projects to be completed, along with other details, can be found here. There is a $20 registration fee that will cover lunch and cost of materials. You may adopt a particular project or help to underwrite the cost of one. This would be a great opportunity for groups as well as singles. Youth are welcome but must be supervised by an adult.
For further questions, you may contact the Executive Director, Dave Cohn, at dcohn@holstoncenter.org. Holston Camp is a special place for our church family, so please consider giving back so that our Presbytery Camp can serve the greater community. With your help, may this great ministry continue to be that same meaningful beacon to our next generation of campers. |
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Ground has broken at the
Habitat For Humanity Build!
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CHPC is participating in the 2023 Habitat Faith Build to help Marquetta and her family build a new home. Marquetta’s sister died tragically leaving behind a 6 year-old son and 2 year-old daughter. In 2021, Marquetta became the caregiver of her niece and nephew and is looking forward to providing a safe, affordable home for them and her 3 year-old daughter. The build site is located at 2215 Friendship Circle in Kingsport and parking Is available along the street.
There are several ways you can support Habitat - with prayers, financial gifts, or service! We currently have $2,615 in our Habitat account and would like to raise an additional $2385 (for a total of $5,000). We also need 8 volunteers each day on May 24-27 (week 2 of the schedule). Volunteers can sign up on the schedule located in the Narthex. Please also complete a release and waiver and return to Mary’s box. Thanks for your support!
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Celebrating the newest Randolph! |
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We are so excited to welcome the newest Randolph to the CHPC family! To show our excitement, the church has organized a Meal Train to provide meals twice a week to the Randolph family during this joyful time.
Information including the schedule and drop off location are included in the link below. If you need assistance signing up, please contact Mary in the office or Elder Sharon Pugh (423-963-1481). Welcome Andrew Charles Randolph!!!
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The Youth Group will resume regular Bible study on May 30th from 5-6:30pm.
A Service of Witness to the Resurrection in celebration of the life of Gilly Bland will be held at the Blake on Saturday, April 29 at 1 pm. The Blake's address is 915 Holston Hills Dr, Kingsport, TN 37664.
The CHPC-Marsh Regional Blood Center blood donation drive has been postponed. A rescheduled date will be announced soon.
The Sleep in Heavenly Peace bed build is scheduled for Saturday, May 20. Thanks to all our volunteers who signed up previously to serve, and we hope you will be able to help out again next month. A rain date will be May 21. Contact Allen Booth for more details or to sign up.
Save the date for an intergenerational Bible study on May 21 about what it means to be called the Church! All are welcome to participate in this special pop up Bible study as we discuss different images of the church shared throughout scripture. More coming soon!
Mark your calendars for another great Vacation Bible School! CHPC partners again with our friends from Colonial Heights United Methodist Church from July 9-12 for a time of fun and fellowship open to all preK-fifth grade children in our community. This year's joint VBS will be held here at CHPC. Please be on the lookout for more information soon but do contact Tyler at Tyler@chpres.org if you are interested in volunteering!
The Women’s Ministry partners with First Presbyterian Church of Kingsport to attend this year’s Women’s Conference at Montreat on August 11-13. There is still time to sign up for $247 and lodging is included. Contact Alda Smith directly for more details.
All items for the weekly newsletter should be emailed to Mary at office@chpres.org by end of business on Tuesday.
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Prayer Requests
Leon Boyd, Emily Bowman, Joyce Callahan, Susan Fernandez,
Buddy Gothard, Barbara Holt, Beverly Shelton, Ginny Snow,
Lee Walker, Bonnie Cole, Libby Sampson, Boyd Holder, Janice Mullins,
Clara Hasbrouk, Family of Jim Fortney, Family of Gilly Bland
Health Care/ Assisted Living Facilities
Anne Hertel, Evelyn Hill, Sue Fortney, Charles and Linda Gibson,
Betty McMillin, Wayne & Millie Pruett, Jean Faries
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213 Colonial Heights Rd,
Kingsport, TN 37663
423-239-9194
www.chpres.org
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