This week at WHPC
February 25, 2016
news

New Church Officers
Congratulations to the new officers elected at the Annual Congregational Meeting on February 21: Elders, Class of 2019 are Genia Blanchard, Christie Bybee, Betty Hewell, Vaughn Mankey and Ed Perry. Deacons, Class of 2019 are Andrew Assir, Heather Bacon, David Gabriel, Cindy Gangstad, Chris Lingan, Todd Smith, Carol Swearingen and Shane Williams. Thank you, Congregational Nominating Team!
Easter Choir Kick-off
Sunday, February 28, 12-2:30 p.m. // Choir Room // Join us for lunch and stay to sing through our 2016 Easter music. Everyone is welcome and you may join just for this season. // More info: Emily Craven

Noonday Lenten Organ Series
Wednesday, March 2, 12-12:30 p.m. // Sanctuary // Come for personal reflection and meditation with rich devotional literature of the pipe organ on Wednesdays throughout Lent. The guest organist next week is Keith Womer, First Presbyterian Church, Austin. Lunch will be served in the Parlor following the program. Cost is $8. // More info and a schedule here.   
Monthly Bridge Day Friday, February 26, 10 a.m.-2 p.m. // Ross Hall // Newcomers and beginning players are welcome! Please bring a dish or snack to share. // More info or RSVP: Martha King

Student Ministry Parent-Leader Gathering
Sunday, February 28, 5-6:15 p.m. // Dining Hall // Middle School and High School parents are invited to join the youth staff and small group leaders to get to know each other and talk about how we can partner together to facilitate students' spiritual growth. // Contact: Kyle Bender

Wednesday Dinner Reservations
Remember to make reservations by Monday at noon if you or your family plan to eat dinner at the church on Wednesday evenings as part of Wednesday Night Life. // More info and registration here.

1st Thursday Women's Lunch
Thursday, March 3, 11:15 a.m.-12:45 p.m. // Dining Hall // Guest speaker is Mark Ramsey. Cost is $10. // Register here by March 1. Childcare is available with a registration.

Stephen Ministry Spring Speaker Series
Monday, March 7, 6:30-7:30 p.m. // Room 200 // Angela Bassett, licensed professional counselor and Eanes ISD school counselor, will bring her extensive experience working with children to a presentation on providing support for families who have concerns with children, focusing on children with substance abuse. Open to the community!

Annual Church Retreat
April 22-24 // Mo-Ranch, Hunt, TX // Join us for fun and relaxation with your family and friends and get to know Pastor Mark Ramsey who will lead us in spiritual reflection. // More info and registration here.
GriefShare
Thursdays, 6:30-8:30 p.m. // Room 202 // This national program is designed to assist people in walking the journey of grief with support along the way. The 13-week session includes videos and small group conversation. You may join any week during the session. Cost is $15. // More info: Carolyn Strickland

2016 Vacation Bible School
Save the dates: June 13-17 // VBS this summer will be an over-the-top, underground adventure! The theme is Cave Quest: Following Jesus, The Light of the World. // Watch for volunteer and registration information.

Christian Sports Camps
WHPC is hosting two Triumph Camps this summer for boys and girls ages 5-12. Sports Camp will be July 5-8, 8:30-11:30 a.m., and Dodgeball Camp will be August 1-4, 1-4 p.m. Cost is $75 before June 1 and $85 after June 1. // More info and registration here. 
InterFaith Hospitality Network
March 13-20 // WHPC will become a home for several families as part of IHN homeless ministry over Spring Break. Meals, evening hosts and overnight hosts are needed to help our guests feel as comfortable as possible during this difficult season of their lives. // More info and sign up here.

Austin Samaritans Mission Trip
April 16-23 // Join Austin Samaritans as we finish out a computer room, paint a mural and lead VBS at Christian schools in Managua, Nicaragua. Skills needed are enthusiasm and a love for serving others in the name of Jesus. // More info: Ki-Mi Fields

WHPC Nicaragua Family Mission Trip
June 2-11 // Sports camp, women's seminars, Vacation Bible School, micro-loan program and much more! No special talent is required, just a willingness to serve and share Christ's love. All ages are welcome! // Applications are due April 1. // More info: Nancy Pickett

2016 Africa Mission Trip
June 18-July 2 // This trip to Lusaka, Zambia, will include building our partnership with the Lusaka South Congregation through a shared construction project at Westlake Hills Prayer House. No experience needed, we will "work" as we are able. We will also meet with our sponsored seminary students, work with community schools, make home visits and debrief on a three-day safari. // More info here or contact Susan Bright.

Middle School Mission Trip
June 19-24 // Registration opens March 1 for the annual San Antonio Summer Trip with Blueprint Ministries. Cost is $475. // Contact: Cherryl Rainey 
IHN Toy Drive
Through March 13 // Toys are needed to entertain children who will be staying at WHPC as part of the InterFaith Hospitality Network homeless ministry. Requested items are: Legos, Duplo blocks, children's DVD's, building blocks, coloring books, washable crayons. Please drop toys off in Nancy Pickett's office.

Side by Side Kids
WHPC local mission partner Side by Side Kids is a Christian afterschool program in East Austin. They are in need of furniture and supplies: two twin beds or a bunkbed, black cardstock, chalk pastel sticks, newspapers, magazines and 10-12 gallons of sweet tea. // Contact Nancy Pickett to arrange drop-off/pick-up. 
session news

Actions at the regular Session meeting on February 23, 2016:
  • Received the Treasurer's January Financial Report for the Church and Preschool
  • Adopted 2016 Budget of $2,593,894
  • Discussed the GIVE Invitation
  • New Members to be welcomed in worship on March 6 and April 10
  • Approved some Mission fundraising opportunities for 2016:
        - Agua for Managua Donuts for Donations: 3rd Sunday each month
        - A Heart for the Arts: Sundays, April 24, May 1 and May 8
        - Matthew's Market: Sunday, November 20
        - The 2016 Christmas Eve Offering
  • Acknowledged that Kris Brown, WHPC member and seminarian under care from Austin Presbyterian Theological Seminary, was awarded the W.P. Newell Memorial Fellowship for post-graduate academic work
  • Remembered WHPC members Ann Laughlin and Louise Vine who died this month
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