Sunday, November 8
12 pm
Dining Hall
Hosted by award-winning former KVUE journalist Kim Barnes, with her husband Mike participating, this gathering will draw on their experience founding Parenting Aging Parents to share practical guidance, helpful resources, and compassionate support for navigating the challenges of caring for aging parents.
Friday, November 13
6 - 9 pm
Dining Hall
You’re invited to an evening of Mahjong for adults! Whether you’re brand new, a beginner, or already know how to play, all are welcome. Please bring your own snack, we will provide water, tea, and coffee. We look forward to a fun evening of fellowship and mahjong.
Saturday, November 14
7:30 – 11:30 am
WHPC Campus
This is a hands-on opportunity to invest in your church. Folks are needed to work outside in teams to freshen up our gardens and grounds. Join us outside and get your hands dirty! If you have any questions, contact Kyle Key.
Sunday, November 15
12 pm
Rec Center
Join us as we gather in fellowship and gratitude to celebrate the many blessings God continues to pour out upon our church family. An RSVP is not required, but your response will help us plan and prepare for this special gathering. Childcare will be provided with reservations.
March 15-18, 2027 | Mustang Island Conference Center
Make plans to join us for a special family mission trip to Mustang Island. Families will spend the mornings serving together through meaningful, age-appropriate mission projects, with afternoons free to enjoy the beach, explore the island, and spend time as a family.
This trip is designed to help children and adults experience the joy of serving others while building friendships and making lasting memories. Families of all ages and stages are welcome—more information and registration details are coming soon.
For more information Stephen Finkel, stephenf@whpc.org
Thursday, November 5
11:30 am - 1 pm
Room 200
We look forward to welcoming WHPC member Susie Kelly as our speaker. Susie Kelly has been a member of WHPC since 1999, when she and her husband, Pat, joined the congregation. She is currently an elder on the WHPC Missions Committee. With a 20-year career in television and corporate communications, Susie has a talent for telling stories that inform, connect, and inspire. She later brought those skill to WHPC, serving part-time as the church’s
first Communications Director.
Childcare is provided with a reservation.
Sunday, November 1
After Worship
Memorial Garden
Join us on the Plaza for food and information about our lovely Memorial Garden. Check out availability and pricing and learn more about this important ministry.
Begins Sunday, November 1
Sundays | Choir Room | 12-12:45 pm
Youth Christmas Chorus is a short-term singing opportunity for
2nd through 8th grade students to prepare and sing Christmas music at the 11 am worship service on December 6. Snacks will be served and it’s going to be fun! All are welcome! Bring a friend!
Sunday, November 1
9 & 11 am Worship
Join us for meaningful remembrance worship as we celebrate our loved ones and church members who have died and now live eternally with Christ. We will celebrate communion and lift prayers of gratitude with white roses for the saints who have gone before us.
October 25 | 5-7 pm | WHPC Parking Lot
Decorate a Trunk for Trunk or Treat! We’re looking for families, individuals, and groups to decorate trunks for our annual Trunk or Treat celebration! 👻✨
Choose a fun theme, get creative, and help us provide a memorable fall experience for our community! Children and families will dress up and travel from trunk to trunk to play games and collect candy and prizes. We’ll also have hot dogs, chips, sodas, festive photo props, and plenty of fall fun for everyone!
Gather your family, friends, small group, or ministry team and sign up to host a trunk. We can’t wait to celebrate with you! 🧡🎉
Sign up to decorate a trunk—we can’t wait to see what you create!
If you need ideas for trunk themes or games, contact Amanda Wallace.
Submission Deadline: Sunday, October 25
We are excited to announce the 4th Annual WHPC Art Exhibit! This year’s theme is Blessings Overflow—an invitation to reflect on the many ways God’s grace, goodness, and love have filled our lives to overflowing.
Submission Details:
Theme: Blessings Overflow
Artwork: Any medium—painting, sculpture, photography, mixed media, fiber art, pottery, or another creative form
Accompanying Text: One or two lines describing your piece’s connection to how you have been blessed
Submission Deadline: Sunday, October 25
Art Exhibit Display: November 1 - December 31
Drop-off Location: Church office—Lorraine Harbour’s desk
If you would like to participate, please contact Lorriane Harbour
October 23 at 8 pm through October 24 at 8 am | Room 150 Youth Room
Calling all 6th–12th graders! Join us for an unforgettable night of fall fun, fellowship, and friends! We’ll decorate pumpkins, play games, enjoy delicious snacks, and spend the night together at church
As a special bonus, our 4th and 5th graders are invited to join us on October 23 from 8–10 pm for a little late-night fun! Grab your friends and get ready for a festive evening filled with laughter, community, and plenty of fall fun—no tricks, just treats!
Monday, October 19 | 6:30-8 pm | Sanctuary
Fill your heart with joy and singing! Join the Christmas Choir to sing on a short-term basis! After the Kick-off, rehearsals are Wednesdays 6:30-9 pm in the weeks before Advent. The Christmas Choir sings at both worship services all the Sundays of Advent and also on Christmas Eve. All are welcome!
If you have any questions, contact Emily Craven.
Sunday, October 18, 2026 | 12:15 - 1:15 pm | Dining Hall
Come and hear Pastor Emily share updates on the Session’s recent work after General Assembly 2026, highlights on WHPC’s current growth, and how you can continue to support and engage at WHPC.
Friday, October 16 | 6-8 pm | Home of Shelli Blackburn
Hosted by Shelli Blackburn, Cindy Gangstad, & Teresa Ward. Join us for a fun evening designed to build relationships, and share stories, among the single women at WHPC. Dinner will be served. No need to bring anything unless you have a favorite beverage.
Thursday, October 8 | 6:30 - 8 pm | County Line at Bee Caves Rd
Join us for an unforgettable evening where real people share their tales of shared hope, restored lives and inspiring opportunity. This in-person event is all about connection, inspiration, and those moments that change everything. Bring a friend or come ready to make new ones — stories are best enjoyed together! Don’t miss out on a night full of heart, laughter, live music, and surprises. See you there!
Sunday, October 4 | 9 & 11 am | Sanctuary
This year, our Children's Ministries will bake the bread and help serve Communion in worship. Come and share in this special World Communion Service and celebration.
Friday, October 2 | 5 - 8 pm | Dining Hall
🥖 Calling All Bread Makers! 🥖 We’re so excited to have your children join us for Holy Rollers! Our children and youth, will knead, pray over, and bake delicious bread to be served on World Communion Sunday. No experience needed—ages 3 years through 12th grade. Come roll up your sleeves for an evening of faith, friends and fun!
Thursday, October 1 | 11:30 am - 1 pm | Dining Hall
We look forward to welcoming WHPC member and staff member,
Mel Murray as our speaker. Childcare is provided with a reservation. We look forward to connecting with you at the luncheon!
Learn About WHPC & Meet New Friends! Whether you’re new to WHPC or have been worshiping with us for a while, we invite you to join us for a casual lunch and a warm, welcoming opportunity to learn more about the WHPC community.
Meet new friends, hear more about who we are, and discover ways to deepen your faith, build connections, and get involved in the life of the church.
All are welcome—there is no commitment to join. For those who are ready to become members of WHPC, a brief Called Session meeting will be held at the conclusion of the lunch.
Childcare will be provided with a reservation.
Sunday, September 27
11 am Worship & Lunch After Service
Join us to recognize some of our youngest children of the church and encourage them in their faith. All 3-5 YEAR OLD CHILDREN and their families are invited for this extra special Sunday morning! Children can receive a bible downstairs during the family luncheon and celebration. We will have delicious food, a special ceremony, and beautiful fellowship! Invite your relatives, neighbors, and friends to see your little one recognized as a child of God.
Thursday, September 17 | 5:30 - 9 pm | Butler Pitch & Putt
Men’s Quarterly is a fun, low pressure opportunity to connect with other men from the church and community. Join us for some delicious food, fellowship, and a par 3 tournament! The green fee is $14 dollars. Bring your own clubs. Food and drinks will be available for purchase.
Sunday, September 13 | 6 pm | Rec Center
We’re kicking off a brand-new year of Youth Ministry — football style! Join us for a night packed with food, games, prizes, and plenty of fun as we celebrate the start of another great year together.
All students in 6th–12th grade are welcome, whether you’ve been part of WHPC Youth forever or you’re joining us for the very first time — and friends are always welcome!
Middle school students will wrap up at 7:30 pm, while high school students are invited to stick around for special high-school-only programming until 8:30 pm.
Come hungry, bring a friend, and get ready to
KICK OFF the year with us! 🏈
Sunday, September 13 | 12 pm | Dining Hall/Rec Center
Join us as we celebrate Pastor Stacy’s retirement with a special luncheon in her honor. An RSVP is not required to attend the luncheon, but it will help us plan accordingly.
For those wanting to honor Pastor Stacy with a financial gift, a special surprise will be revealed at her luncheon to make that possible.
Childcare will be provided with a reservation.
Saturday, September 5 to Monday, September 7 | T Bar M
Hey Rising Freshmen—and anyone who’s never been before!
You’re invited to Celebration 28, a three-day retreat all about building real connections, growing in your faith, and finding your people. Whether you’re new to high school or just looking for a place to belong, this is the perfect chance to meet others from your school, dive deeper into who Jesus is, and have an awesome time together.
Don’t miss out—sign up now and be part of something unforgettable!
Sundays, August 23 & 30 | 9:45 am | Dining Hall
Everyone has a story, and some of the most powerful stories are right here within our church family. Join us for a special all-church storytelling gathering. Over breakfast and music, you'll hear uplifting and meaningful stories from fellow members about the ways WHPC has made a difference in their lives. Come be inspired, deepen your connections, and celebrate God's work in our community as we begin a new fall season together.
Sunday, August 23 | 6 pm | Dining Hall
Get ready for an important evening as we launch a new year of WHPC Student Ministry! Parents are invited to join us for dinner
and conversation as we share updates about our move to Sunday nights, introduce staff, walk through the fall calendar, and discuss our priorities for the year ahead. While parents meet, youth are invited to join our staff in the gym for games, activities, and fellowship.
Please register everyone attending so we can plan appropriately for dinner.
Sunday, August 23 | 9:45 am | Children's Ministry Area
Kids Sunday School is back! After a summer of learning and worshiping together, children will return to their age-level classrooms and begin a new year with their Sunday School teachers. Join us as we settle into our fall rhythm, reconnect with friends, and continue growing together in faith. We are excited to welcome everyone back!
Sundays, August 23 & 30 | 9:45 am | Dining Hall
Everyone has a story, and some of the most powerful stories are right here within our church family. Join us for a special all-church storytelling gathering. Over breakfast and music, you'll hear uplifting and meaningful stories from fellow members about the ways WHPC has made a difference in their lives. Come be inspired, deepen your connections, and celebrate God's work in our community as we begin a new fall season together.
Sunday, August 9 | 12 pm | Dining Hall
Join us for lunch and training after the 11 am worship service in the Dining Hall as we prepare for the 2026-2027 school year!
We’ll share our ministry priorities for the year ahead, provide updates on our child protection policies, and spend time reviewing fall schedules, plans, and important updates. You’ll also get a chance to hear about—and potentially see!—our newly renovated ministry spaces and get familiar with where everything will happen this fall.
We hope all of our Children’s and Youth Ministry volunteers can join us as we get ready for a great year together!
Sunday, August 9 | 11 am
Let’s get ready for an amazing school year! We would love the opportunity to pray for you and bless the beginning of your new class, new teacher, and fresh start to a beautiful year. All students and teachers are welcome to come to the 11 am service to receive a prayer and special gift. Feel free to bring your backpacks!
Wednesday, July 29 | 9 am - 5 pm | Meet in the Parlor
Get ready for an epic day at Kalahari Indoor Waterpark — slides, wave pools, lazy rivers, and all the fun you can pack into one day!
Wednesday, July 22 | 6 pm - 9:30 pm | Meet in the Parlor
JAM & Sigs are heading out for a high-energy night at Top Golf! Students will jump into fast-paced games in the bays, bring some friendly competition, and have a blast together —
no experience needed.
We’ll meet in the Parlor at 6 pm at WHPC before heading out.
Snacks will be provided, but please eat dinner beforehand as this won’t be a full meal.
Get ready for a fun, competitive night full of energy and community—you won’t want to miss it!
Sunday , July 19 | After Worship | WHPC Parking Lot
Join us after the 11 am worship service for a free KONA Ice treat!
The truck will be parked in the upper parking lot, and everyone is invited to stop by and pick out a flavored ice.
We hope this will be a fun treat for our kids and families, but all are welcome to come cool off, enjoy something sweet, and spend a few extra minutes together after worship!
Tuesday, July 15 | 10 am – 1:30 pm | Meet at WHPC
Calling all 6th grade boys! Grab some friends and join us for a fun day of basketball and fellowship with Grayson, the intern.
We’ll start at WHPC and then head over to Grayson’s fraternity house Beta Upsilon Chi to hit the courts for some basketball. After we play, we’ll enjoy lunch together at Sandy’s before heading back.
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