April 26 - 28, 2024 | Mo Ranch
We are so excited to return to Mo-Ranch for our Annual Church Retreat. Join us for a relaxing, fun weekend with your family and friends. Registration Fee is non-refundable after February 13. Questions contact Teresa Ward.
Saturday, May 4 | 8:30 – 11:00 am | Parlor
CPR, AED, Stop the Bleed
For registration or additional information, please contact Parish Nurse, Diana Stoller • 512-327-1116, ext. 105
Sunday, May 5 | 12 pm | Parlor
Join us to celebrate the many ways we care for one another in this community and find a way to get involved in these important ministries.
Sunday, May 5 | 3 pm | Sanctuary
Join us for a concert by Ryan Murray, trombone, and Brian Tanaka, piano, to benefit the Matthew Gabriel Scholarship Fund for WHPC Student Ministries. Featuring works by: J.S. Bach, Telemann, Rossini, and David.
June 10 -13
Let’s Start the Party this summer with VBS! Jesus gives us the most amazing reason to party. That’s why we believe God’s love and the Gospel of Jesus is the best news ever. Drop off your child for four days of God centered FUN, where kids will be placed in groups to play games, sing songs, do crafts, and learn to celebrate the good news of Jesus.
Volunteers:
Volunteer with us for VBS 2024: Start the Party! We are eager and excited to guide our kids through an energetic and God filled week, and we need YOUR help to make it happen! Start the Party VBS will help kids strengthen their faith by celebrating God and all He has done for us. Please join us as we shepherd our students through worship, fun, and fellowship.
June 23 -28
Middle schoolers are invited to join us in the heart of San Antonio this summer, we will serve others by making homes safe, warm, and dry. Students will get the opportunity to gain new skills like working with power tools and tarring roofs (under adult supervision). This project is safe and done along side the empowering staff at Blueprint.
July 6 - 12, 2024
Next summer, we will partner with Praying Pelicans Mission and head to Belize, where PPM had its beginnings. Our mission will involve home repairs, hosting VBS, and organizing a sports camp for a partner church in Belize. Join us on our annual mission trip, where we will partner with God in the work He is doing in Belize.
This trip is open to all high school students who have completed at least one year of high school, including graduating seniors.
August 31 - September 2 | Camp Buckner in Burnet, TX
Celebration #26 is a three-day retreat for all students 8th - 11th grades, designed to connect you with others and deepen your understanding of Christ. This retreat is pivotal in helping with the transition to high school and finding your community to journey through life together. Register now to secure your spot for this unforgettable weekend.
Sunday, April 21 | 12 pm | Parlor
It’s never too early to make a plan! Come and learn how to prepare your family and leave a faithful legacy upon your death.
No one likes to talk about these things, but considering your final affairs and making your wishes known are a precious gift to those we leave behind.
Join us as Pastor Stacy and Stephanie Marsden, a representatives from Texas Presbyterian Foundation teach us what we need to know about end of life issues. This seminar is free and open to the public.
For questions, contact Pastor Stacy.
Thursday, April 18 | 6:30 - 9 pm | Barton Creek Country Club
Come join us for the Men’s Quarterly Pickleball Tournament! This fellowship event is a great opportunity to connect and have fun with a growing community of guys from around Austin. Bring a friend, co-worker, or neighbor!
OR
Saturday, April 13 | 10 – 11:30 am and/or Tuesday, April 16 | 10 – 11:30 am | Room 200
Learn how to create a prayer shawl for someone in need of God’s tangible love.
Crochet: hook size US H-8 (5 mm), US I-9 (5.5 mm) or US J-10 (6 mm) or Knit: needle size US8 (5 mm), US 9 (5.5 mm), or US10 (6 mm)
We will have some supplies on hand if you are unable to obtain the above.
Questions: Please contact Ann Moltz, 512-422-7628
April 11 | 6 - 8:30 pm | Nabors House
Seniors of 2024 are invited to our Senior College Prep Dinner! Let's celebrate their hard work and dedication as they enter this exciting new chapter. Join us for pickleball, a delicious catered dinner, and s’mores! Let's also reflect on carrying our faith beyond high school, set intentions, share insights, and inspire each other. This dinner promises to be a blast. See you there!
April 7
9 & 11 am Worship
Guest Preacher: Rev. Ezequiel Herrera, New Life Faith Community Church in McAllen
9:45 am | Dining Hall
Breakfast & Speaker: Dr. David Barstow, Author & Executive Director, President of EMPACT Africa
Thursday, April 4 | 11:30 am | Dining Hall
We are delighted to welcome featured speaker, WHPC Member, Jessica Craska. Jessica believes faith fuels the joy in life, and she's excited to share her story – how personal growth led her to a stronger and more fulfilling faith. This is a fun, relaxed way to meet other women, so please come and invite a friend! Childcare is provided with a reservation.
Please contact Teresa Ward with any questions.
Sunday, March 31
7 am | Sunrise Worship
Location #1: WHPC Plaza
Location #2 West Ridge Middle School Football Field
Location #3 Rollingwood Park
9:30 & 11 am | Easter Worship | 11 am Livestream
WHPC Sanctuary with Worship Band, Choir, & Brass
March 29 | 12 pm | Sanctuary
Come to a unique worship service as we experience the Passion of Christ through Peter's eyes.
March 28 | 7 pm | Sanctuary | Livestream
Join us for a time of scripture, music and reflection as we remember Jesus’ commandment to love one another as he has loved us, celebrate the sacrament of communion, and then recount Jesus’ final hours, his trial and crucifixion.
All are invited to attend our Lenten Organ Recital Series. Each recital will feature an Organist from the Austin area. This six-week series is free and open to the public in-person and will be Livestreamed on the WHPC YouTube channel.
Guest Organist
Brian Tanaka, Westlake Hills Presbyterian Church
March 24 | After 11 am worship
For all pre-k and elementary families
Easter is a reason to celebrate, and we will do just that! Join us for our annual Easter Egg hunt, where we plan to hide over 1,000 eggs on our different playgrounds. This is the perfect time to connect with families, enjoy lunch and a treat, and get cute pics of the kiddos. Kids will be divided by age on different playgrounds to collect eggs. Please bring your Easter basket with you. See you there!
March 24 | 9 & 11 am | Sanctuary | 11 am Livestream
On Palm Sunday, we will have a full choir at both services, trumpet, children's singing, palm parade, and a first-person sermon from Pastor Emily.
For 75 years, One Great Hour of Sharing has provided Presbyterians a way to share God’s love with our neighbors in need around the world. One Great Hour of Sharing supports efforts to relieve hunger through the Presbyterian Hunger Program, promote development through the Presbyterian Committee on the Self-Development of People, and assist in areas of disaster through Presbyterian Disaster Assistance.
View This Series of Stories From the 2023 One Great Hour Collection: https://specialofferings.pcusa.org/story/one-great-hour-of-sharing-brings-hope-and-healing/
NEW DATE! March 22-24
Calling all middle schoolers (6th-8th) to join us at John Knox Ranch, for a weekend of adventure. There will be plenty of fun, opportunities to fellowship with adventure kayaking, ropes courses, campfires, zipline and much more! We hope to see everyone there!
REGISTER HERE | Registration Deadline is December 27
All are invited to attend our Lenten Organ Recital Series. Each recital will feature an Organist from the Austin area. This six-week series is free and open to the public in-person and will be Livestreamed on the WHPC YouTube channel.
Guest Organist
Kevin McClure, Shepherd of the Hills Lutheran Church
All are invited to attend our Lenten Organ Recital Series. Each recital will feature an Organist from the Austin area. This six-week series is free and open to the public in-person and will be Livestreamed on the WHPC YouTube channel.
Guest Organist
Gregory Eaton, All Saints’ Episcopal Church & UT Austin
Thursday, March 7 | 11:30 am | Dining Hall
We are delighted to welcome featured speaker, WHPC Member, Mary Sue Clyne. Mary Sue looks forward to sharing her faith journey and the key people, events, and circumstances that have impacted her life and how life's negative occurrences can bring you closer to the Holy Spirit, provide clarity of purpose, and lead to a more meaningful life. There are "silver linings" in those dark clouds. This is a fun, relaxed way to meet other women, so please come and invite a friend! Childcare is provided with a reservation. We look forward to connecting with you at the luncheon.
Please contact Teresa Ward with any questions.
All are invited to attend our Lenten Organ Recital Series. Each recital will feature an Organist from the Austin area. This six-week series is free and open to the public in-person and will be Livestreamed on the WHPC YouTube channel.
Guest Organist
Chris Oelkers, Episcopal Church of the Good Shepherd
March 6 | 8 am
Celebration #26 Staff Applications are open now. Registration closes 3/20 make sure to register today and encourage your child to fill out their application. Decisions about staff placement will be emailed mid-April. Don’t miss the opportunity to be a part of the community of this Christ filled weekend! Must have been a previous participant in Celebration to apply for staff.
Monday, March 4 | 6:30 pm | Sanctuary
Join the Easter Choir to sing in the choir on a short-term basis! Rehearsals are Mondays and Wednesdays at 6:30 pm beginning Monday, March 4 through Easter Sunday, March 31. The Easter Choir sings Palm Sunday, Maundy Thursday and Easter Sunday.
Contact Emily Craven for more information.
Thursday, February 29 | 7 - 8:15 pm
County Line, 6500 Bee Caves Road Austin, TX 78746
Join us for an exclusive in-person gathering and enjoy stories, music, incredible Texas Style BBQ and more!
*Ticket sales and other donations will go to a local non-profit,
Young Lives, which exists to support teen moms through mentorship, childcare and much much more.
All are invited to attend our Lenten Organ Recital Series. Each recital will feature an Organist from the Austin area. This six-week series is free and open to the public in-person and will be Livestreamed on the WHPC YouTube channel.
Guest Organist
February 28 – Vincent Pham, St. Theresa Catholic Church
Sunday, February 25 | During Worship | 11 am
Join us as WHPC hosts the YouthCUE Winter Choral Celebration. Student singers from all over Texas will be joining together for this special service of worship and praise.
All are invited to attend our Lenten Organ Recital Series. Each recital will feature an Organist from the Austin area. This six-week series is free and open to the public in-person and will be Livestreamed on the WHPC YouTube channel.
Guest Organist
Dr. Sheryl Sebo, American Guild of Organists Southwest Regional Councillor
February 18 | 2 - 4 pm | WHPC Gym
Gather with us and The Vine to help pack 40,000 meals for students in Rwanda. These meals will feed 185 students for an entire year through Africa New Life. We need volunteers and donations to make this happen!
REGISTRATION IS FULL
February 17-19 | Camp Eagle
All high schoolers are invited to join us for a time of fun, relaxation, and connection as we get to be in community together and explore the theme of silence!
Pastor Stacy Preaching
“Create In Me A Clean Heart”
February 14 | 12 and 7 pm | Sanctuary
Mark the beginning of the Lenten season with services including scripture, meditation, music and prayer with the Imposition of Ashes. Dinner will be provided beginning at 5:45 pm in the Dining Hall - $5 Donation Recommended.
February 11 | 12 - 1:30 pm
Get ready for some fun and join us for bingo and bouquets! We will have lunch together, a chance to WIN exciting prizes during several rounds of bingo, and end the afternoon by making a Valentines flower bouquet for a loved one.
All families are asked to bring a pair of warm socks, scarf, or beanie to donate to Mobile Loaves and Fishes.
Tuesdays, Beginning February 6 at 6:30 pm
Community Care Night offers support and healing through Divorce Care and Grief Share groups. These gatherings provide a nurturing environment where individuals facing the challenges of divorce or coping with the loss of a loved one can find understanding, encouragement, and practical guidance. Through shared experiences and expert-led discussions, participants can navigate their emotional journeys and receive the care they need to move forward. Community Care night aims to foster a sense of community and compassion, promoting healing and personal growth during difficult times.
February 1 | 11:30 am | Dining Hall
We are excited to welcome WHPC member, Dyan Emerson,
as our February speaker. Dyan looks forward to sharing how WHPC led her to volunteer at The Gathering, then sing in the choir and discover how music, dancing and her wonky urban sketching hobby are gifts she can offer to bring joy to people.
This is a fun, relaxed way to meet other women, so please come and invite a friend! Childcare provided with a reservation. We look forward to connecting with you at the luncheon.
Please contact Teresa Ward with any questions.
Sunday, January 28 | 9 am | Room 200
You’re invited to join us for breakfast and an opportunity to learn more about engaging in the community at WHPC. For those who are ready to become members, there will be a called Session meeting following the presentation and Q & A by Pastor Emily. Please contact Teresa Ward with any questions.
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