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!

As you heard this past Sunday from Amylyn Crawford-Thorton, hunger relief is a cause close to all of our hearts. Our church family has an opportunity to stand with “Rise Against Hunger” and do something about people around the world in developing countries who are facing food shortages. Our mission is simple, yet profound.  Each and every one of us in this church has the ability to make a tangible difference in the lives of those who need it most.  That’s why I want to invite you to join me in supporting Rise Against Hunger.  

My prayer is that we do this by going BIG! Our challenge is to pack 16,750 meals in two hours.  This may sound a little scary, but I promise you it's not. This is an event that all ages can do together, adults and children alike. We will gather in the gym on Sunday, August 25 after a short service, to practice what we collectively preach by working together to package meals to help those in need. We will pour in rice and other food items, seal the bags, pack them in boxes, and load them onto a truck.  

The cost for this project is $7,000. Since the church's support for the Cents-Ability offering has been beyond all expectations, Session approved using $3000 to begin this new effort while ensuring funds are available to support existing ministries like the Blessing Box or The Kitchen of Good Hope. Therefore, we are asking the Congregation to contribute the other $4000. I know we can do it, as a matter of fact, we think our church family can raise these funds over the next few weeks! Please help us address hunger by giving a special donation to this project by Easter Sunday, March 31. You can write a check to the church and designate it for Rise Against Hunger. You may also give online via the website here.

You don’t want to miss this event, please bring your families and friends to the Rising Against Hunger Sunday on August 25. Let’s be the “hands and feet” of Jesus together. Together, we can turn the tide against hunger. Together, we can make a difference. 

- Karen Dale and the Mission Ministry Team

Anytime God makes a promise with God's people, the word used within the broader biblical narrative to describe this promise is called a covenant. Last week, we learned about God's covenant with Abraham, whose descendants would outnumber the starts and be a blessing for all the world!

This week, our attention falls on a familiar mountaintop as we learn more with Moses and all Israel about God's law.

(Cartoon by Glenn McCoy)

Don't forget that this week's worship service will include the celebration of communion, as we proclaim the Good News of God's promises and fidelity.

Sunday's Scripture:

1 Corinthians 1:18-25, NRSV

Exodus 20:1-17 NRSV

Sermon Title:

"Covenants & Promises:

The Mountaintop"

Wish to worship with us again or during the week? Click below to listen to last week's worship service.

We apologize for the unforeseen technical issue that disabled our camera feed in last week's service.

Come share the Peace of Christ with coffee and fellowship before worship beginning at 9:30am in the Parlor! Sunday worship begins at 10:00am in the Sanctuary. All are welcome and we hope to see you there!

Our Wednesday evening Lenten Prayer Gatherings have been an impactful time of prayer. Thanks to everyone who has made it out so far. We invite you back next week and every Wednesday throughout this Lenten season. Please contact Elder Donna Whitson if you would like to know more or get involved.

And don't forget that our Lenten Suppers continue this Sunday!

For the next three Sundays until March 17, CHPC will be hosting a congregational supper and intergenerational bible study about the book of Jonah on Sunday nights. All are welcomed to study the four chapters of this epic story over four weeks from 5 to 6:30pm. Children will participate in a special music and bible study program as well.

Please note that this Sunday, on March 3, we will be having a Soup & Chili Pot Luck. That Sunday night, please bring a crock pot of chili or soup OR bread and dessert to share with everyone. Looking forward to seeing you there!

Since the fall of 2021, Carolyn Barry has led our Choir Ministry with dedication and grace. Both personally and professionally she has been, and continues to be, an answer to my prayers. Carolyn is a thoughtful and talented musician who has worked hard with Tony, Doug, and our other musical leaders to show us what is possible within a musically blended service. While I am grateful for all her efforts, I also wish to support her as she steps down from her position later this Fall to participate in the choir again as a member.

Your Session has already appointed a Choral Director Search Committee to begin discerning who God is calling to serve as our next captain of the choir. I am grateful that Jean Fletcher, Gloria Stanford, Emily Hutchins, and Rob Wicker have agreed to serve in this meaningful way. Please hold them in prayer as their work begins soon and do share with them if you know someone this group should reach out to in order to apply. I am also happy to answer any questions about this search process or our musical ministry at CHPC. As we approach Carolyn's official retirement date this Fall, we will share with the congregation how we might give thanks for her ministry and celebrate her properly.

As the beloved hymn says:

“Great is thy faithfulness! Great is thy faithfulness!

Morning by morning, new mercies I see.

All I have needed thy hand hath provided.

Great is thy faithfulness, Lord unto me!” 

Finding ourselves in a season of change, we are again encouraged that God's grace and provision remain constant. Great is God’s faithfulness indeed!

Gratefully,

 - David

Don't forget to mark your calendars for an important discussion about our church's ministry for our children. This meeting is open to everyone; parents, kids, volunteers, and anyone else who would like to attend and learn more about serving alongside others for our kids. This is an opportunity for us as a church family to share some information about upcoming changes to our children’s programming, discuss exciting opportunities for our kids this year, and to collectively dream about what direction we would like the children’s ministry to take. We will meet Sunday after worship during the Sunday School hour on March 17 for discussion in the youth center. Hope to see you there!

Service is a central part of the communal life of faith at CHPC. It takes a village of volunteers to help make the various ministries of our church family happen week in and week out. If you are already volunteering in a meaningful way, THANK YOU!!! If you are looking for a new way to serve, check out how below as we share various opportunities throughout February.

This final week of the month, we want to highlight the church's marquee sign. Thousands of people drive by it regularly and see what is happening at CHPC. The Worship Committee now serves as the point person for this resource to plug what is happening in the life of our church family. Volunteers are needed to help change the sign one to two times a month. If you or someone you know would like to serve, please contact Elder KC Savage to learn more. Thank you for prayerfully considering where God is calling you to serve!

Sunday School classes continue after worship at 11:15am. Please reach out to any member of either adult classes to learn how you can jump into the conversation each week!

The Youth Group will join the rest of the church for the intergenerational bible study the book of Jonah. Come and enjoy this time of food and fellowship as we text David while he teaches about chapter 2!

Lenten Devotionals are available in the narthex for anyone that wishes to participate in this annual spiritual discipline. Written by Presbyterian Outlook editor Teri McDowell Ott and others, the theme is Local Pilgrims and include a scripture, reflection and prayer are included for each day.

The CHPC Easter Memorial Gifts program is for those who wish to give a memorial gift to honor or remember those special people who have been a part of our life. You may choose to give an Easter Lily that will be used to decorate the church or a monetary contribution to our Renovation Fund. Lilies are $15 and forms are available on the information table in the narthex. Please return any order to the office by Monday, March 4 and any monetary contributions to the Renovation Fund should be given by Tuesday, March 19.

Save the Date for CHPC's Annual Churchwide Retreat at Holston Camp and Retreat Center the weekend of April 19-21. Please contact the church office if you would like to sign up to enjoy this fun annual tradition. 

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

Prayer Requests 

Leon Boyd, Emily Bowman, Joyce Callahan, Ramona Gothard, Barbara Holt, Beverly Shelton, Ginny Snow, Lee Walker, Boyd Holder, Bobbie Cooper (Sharon Pugh's mother), Family of Wayne Fortner (Lisa Robinette's in law),

Bethany Thompson, Wilma Bennett (Doug Bennett's mother),

Family of Jean Watson (Cari Parker's Aunt), Family of Charles Hasbrouck,

Karen Randolph (Friend of KC Savage), Shirlie Hurst,

Family of Kyle Cooper (Sharon Pugh's Father), Family of Janice Mullins

Health Care/ Assisted Living Facilities

Anne Hertel, Evelyn Hill, Sue Fortney, Charles and Linda Gibson,

Betty McMillin, Wayne & Millie Pruett, Lois Carter