This week at WHPC
March 3, 2016
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News Of The Family

William Van Buren, III died February 26, 2016.  Service of Witness to the Resurrection to be held Saturday, March 5, 1 p.m. in the WHPC Sanctuary followed by visitation with the family in the WHPC Parlor.  In lieu of flowers, please consider donations to the Alzheimer's Association or the American Cancer Society

Elsie Warden died February 23, 2016.  Service of Witness to the Resurrection to be held Wednesday, March 9, 1:30 p.m. in the WHPC Sanctuary.
Noonday Lenten Organ Series
Wednesday, March 9, 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 Eric Wall, Austin Presbyterian Theological Seminary. Lunch will be served in the Parlor following the program. Cost is $8. // More info and a schedule here.   
Women's Book Clubs
Join us for food, fellowship and a lively discussion!
  • Evening Book Club // Thursday, March 10, 6:30 p.m. // Contact Dian Hansen (512.922.4783) for location // Book: Dead Wake  by Erik Larsen
  • Daytime Book Club // Thursday, March 17, 11:30 a.m. // Milano's Cafe // Contact Peggy Greenawalt // Book:  To Find a Mountain by Dan Ames
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.

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.
The Armor of God by Priscilla Shirer
March 22 - April 26, 6-8 p.m., Room 200 // Ladies, join us on Tuesday nights as we learn more than merely a description of the believer's inventory, but an action plan for putting on the full armor of God and a personalized strategy to secure victory. // Cost of study guide: $15 // Facilitated by Ki-Mi Fields // Register here.

Fun In The Son
High School Students, registration is open for the best week of the summer! Get the details and register here

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. 

Easter Lily Dedications
Purchase one or more Easter lilies in honor, in celebration or in memory of a loved one.  Liliy dedications will be printed in the bulletin on Easter Day. // Cost:  $12 per plant // Order deadline: March 16, 5 p.m. // Order here or contact Catina Guevara.
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