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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"I have heard of your faith in the Lord Jesus and your love toward all the saints, and for this reason I do not cease to give thanks for you as I remember you in my prayers. I pray that the God of our Lord Jesus Christ, the Father of glory, may give you a spirit of wisdom and revelation as you come to know him, so that, with the eyes of your heart enlightened, you may know what is the hope to which he has called you, what are the riches of his glorious inheritance among the saints..."
(Ephesians 1:15-18, NRSV)
One of the most memorable and sacred moments of our recent Seventy Fifth Anniversary celebration happened a day earlier on Saturday morning. The session gathered for a simple leadership retreat, to welcome new elders into the fold, to prepare for the upcoming new year, and to continue discerning the movement of God's Spirit within this church family. We spent time together in worship, reading the words of Ephesians, and then listened to the faith statements of newly installed elders. It was a holy experience. Their spirit-filled words were inspiring and highlighted how we are called to glorify God in all that we do.
Colonial Heights Presbyterian Church is truly blessed to have such a thoughtful and dedicated group of elders serving on session as we continue to celebrate our past while looking forward to the future that God is bringing! During this retreat, we were joined by the Rev. Karen Russell, our Interim Transitional Presbyter of Holston Presbytery, who helped us recognize all that God is doing in the midst of our shared ministry, while also encouraging us to make space for what God is calling us to pursue together as the body of Christ. I look forward to seeing how God's Spirit moves throughout the shared work of the Session over this next year and I ask for your prayers for this group of servant leaders as they lead us to love like Jesus in everything we do together as a church family. May God's Spirit of wisdom continue to move through the ministry of this congregation for many more years to come!
Gratefully,
- David
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“Stories of Ruth” by John August Swanson
Our church family turns to the Book of Ruth for the next four weeks as we walk together through a new sermon series about this familiar story. This week's focus will be on chapter one as Ruth returns with Naomi home to the land of her people.
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Sunday's Scripture:
Mark 12:28-34 NRSV
Ruth 1:1-18, NRSV
Sermon Title:
"Say No More...Let's Go !"
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Wish to worship with us again or during the week?
Click below to view last week's special anniversary worship service.
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Are you interested in serving during Sunday worship?
It's not too late to sign up for this week's worship volunteer training after service at 11:15. This is for anyone interested in serving as a liturgist, usher, or communion preparer. Please let David know ASAP if you would like to attend as lunch will be provided.
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Your Session met on Monday evening, January 16. Business items included the approval of using reserve funds to cover the small deficit in the 2022 budget; the election of Clark Parker as Clerk of Session and Randall Fields as Treasurer for 2023; and authorizing Finance, Administration and Planning (FAP) to contract with a technology partner for CHPC infrastructure needs. It was also noted that we believe all on-line giving has been converted from the previous Clover system to the new Realm system.
If anyone participates in on-line giving and has not been contacted by the church office to make this system conversion, please contact Sarah Johnson at finance@chpres.org.
The next Stated Session meeting is scheduled for Monday, February 20 at 5:30 pm.
Respectfully,
David and Clark
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All are welcome to share the Peace of Christ in the Parlor with coffee and fellowship before worship beginning at 9:30am. Hope to see you there!
The Remnant Sunday school class takes another break on January 29 due to the worship leadership training. Classes will resume on Sunday, February 5 at 11:15.
The Youth Group will be meeting this Sunday for dinner and bible study from 5-6:30pm.
Will you support our Youth? The Youth Group needs help with a weekly meal for their bible study gatherings. This is a wonderful opportunity to support this formative ministry. Please contact Tyler at tyler@chpres.org to volunteer in this needed way.
The Women's Ministry is sponsoring an intergenerational education night about the Book of Ecclesiastes at 4pm on Sunday, February 26. All are welcome to join David as we study this timely book of scripture together. Please contact Alda Smith for more details.
Mark your calendars for a special mission project with Sleep in Heavenly Peace after worship on Sunday, March 12. Please contact Allen Booth to learn more about this meaningful missional opportunity.
Save the Date for CHPC's Annual Churchwide Retreat at Holston Camp and Retreat Center the weekend of March 24 through the 26 in Banner Elk, NC. There will be plenty of fellowship and fun as we learn about a few lenten spiritual practices. With enough interest, the bus can be used to transport those who wish not to drive themselves. Please contact the church office if you already know you're interested in attending.
Thank you for your generous gifts that help to make our collective ministry possible in 2022! End of the year giving statements will be mailed by the end of January. Please contact Sarah Johnson at finance@chpres.org or by calling the office if you have any questions.
All items for the weekly online newsletter should be emailed to Mary at office@chpres.org by end of business on Tuesday.
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Prayer Requests
Anne Barrett, Leon Boyd, Emily Bowman, Joyce Callahan, Susan Fernandez, Buddy Gothard, Jude Hawpe (Lois Bronson's grandson), Barbara Holt, Janice Mullins, Karen Mullins, Tom Rubinstein, Beverly Shelton, Ginny Snow, Lee Walker, Eric Moskala, Dominique Neal,
Family of Betty Renfro, Isaac Webb
Health Care/ Assisted Living Facilities
Gilly Bland, Anne Hertel, Evelyn Hill, Charles and Linda Gibson,
Betty McMillin, Wayne & Millie Pruett, Jean Faries, Jim and Sue Fortney
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213 Colonial Heights Rd,
Kingsport, TN 37663
423-239-9194
www.chpres.org
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