Sunday, May 3 | 11 am | Sanctuary
We’re excited to honor our incredible graduating seniors—congratulations, Class of 2026! 🥳 Join us for worship at 11 am and afterward for a special reception in the Dining Hall with food, friends, and celebration. Seniors, please RSVP and let us know how many guests you plan to bring so we can prepare well for you!
Saturday, July 5 to Saturday, July 10
This summer, our high school students will partner with Praying Pelicans Mission and travel to Jamaica for a meaningful mission experience rooted in service, relationship, and faith.
REGISTRATION FULL
Sunday, July 12 - Friday, July 17
Rising 7th graders through graduating seniors are invited to join us in the heart of San Antonio this summer. We will serve others by making homes safe, warm, and dry repairing roofs. 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. Contact Emily Kidd for more information.
Sunday, April 12
11 am Worship & 12 pm Reception (Parlor)
Join us in celebrating the Confirmation Class of 2026 during worship. Followed by a reception where their creative expression and faith statements will be on display. Come celebrate this faith milestone.
Saturday, April 11 | Blazer Tag | 1:30 - 5 pm
Meet at the church at 1:30 pm as we launch into an epic day of fun at Blazer Tag! We’ll ride together in the church vans and take on the laser arena as a team. We will ride back to the church together and be back by 5pm! All middle and high school students are welcome!
🎯 Laser Tag battles
🎮 50 arcade tokens
🍕 Pizza + soda
Want more snacks or games?
Bring extra money to keep the fun going!
Don’t miss this stellar adventure — it’s going to be a total blast! 💫
Sunday, April 5
7 am | Sunrise Worship
WHPC Plaza
West Ridge Middle School Football Field
9201 Scenic Bluff Dr, Austin, TX 78733
8:15, 9:30 & 11 am | Easter Worship
WHPC Sanctuary with Worship Band, Choir, & Brass
April 2
5:30 pm Dinner | Dining Hall
Please join us for home-made pizza-spaghetti, salad, garlic bread, and dessert. Gluten free and vegetarian options available. No need to register.
Tenebrae Service
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.
Thursday, March 26 | 6:30 pm | Rec Center
Middle school and high school students are invited to join us for a fun night of pickleball! No experience needed — we’ll divide courts by level so everyone can jump in and play, whether it’s your first time or you’ve played before. We’ll also have pickle-themed snacks and foods to go along with the night, plus plenty of time to hang out and have fun together. Bring a friend and come ready to play!
Sunday, February 8 | 5:30 pm | Youth Group Room
Super Bowl + Youth Group = Fun! Youth are invited hang out, play games, enjoy snacks, and watch the game until halftime. Don’t miss it and bring a friend!
Begins Sunday, February 1 | 9:45 am | Youth Group Room
Confirmation is a special process that seeks to provide youth with a foundational understanding of faith, tradition, and Presbyterian practices.
Confirmation classes are designed for 8th and 9th graders, but are open to all other high school students who have not yet been confirmed!
Our first class will be on the morning of Sunday, February 1.
Contact Kory Tomlinson koryt@whpc.org for registration or questions.
Friday, January 30 - Saturday, January 31 | 8 pm - 8 am
Middle and High Schoolers are invite an all-nighter at the church!
We’ll pack the night with games, food, movies, and nonstop fun.
Don’t miss our lip sync battle with prizes—start practicing your dance routine now! Sleep is optional… but fun is mandatory!
Wednesday, January 7 | Youth Room
Middle School (JAM) • 6:15 pm
Dinner, Games, Teaching, & Small Group Time
High School (SIGS)•7:30 pm
Games, Teaching, & Meaningful Discussion
2 pm | Children’s Pageant
This worship service will include scripture, carols, and a message celebrating our Savior’s birth. There will also be an instant children’s pageant! Any child attending can wear a church-provided costume and participate in the story.
4 & 6 pm | Lessons & Carols
Join us for a joyful celebration of Christ's birth, featuring the beauty of Lessons & Carols. Come and experience the wonder of the season with family and friends as we worship together!
8 pm | Communion
Celebrate the birth of Christ with us this Christmas Eve at WHPC. We will gather for worship and Communion and welcome the season with hope, joy, and the warmth of community.
Sunday, December 21 | 9:45 am | Rec Center
Join us for breakfast, activities, and fun for all ages.
Friday, December 5 | 5 pm | Meet in Ross Hall
Middle and High Schoolers are invited to join us for a magical night at the Community First! Village of Lights. Enjoy over 250,000 sparkling lights, a festive market with handcrafted gifts, tasty food and s’mores, and a visit from Santa!
Cost is $5 + optional financial donation to Community First!
Bring cash for snacks and gifts.
Friday, November 21 | 6 - 9 pm | Hill Country Galleria
It’s time to glide into winter vibes, Texas-style! JAM & Sigs are heading to the Hill Country Galleria for an epic evening on the ice. Whether you're practicing your
Olympic-level spins or just trying not to fall, it's all about having fun together and making memories.
After we’ve shown off our best wobbles and maybe a very impressive triple-axel attempt or two, we’ll head over to Amy’s Ice Cream for a sweet treat to celebrate our bravery and balance. The cost for skating is $22, and don’t forget to bring a little extra for your ice cream!
Friday, October 17 | 5 - 8 pm | Rec Center
🎉Parent’s Night Out!🎉
Drop the kids off for an evening of fun!
We’ll have games, dinner, and a movie - ALL included!🍕🎲🎥
While your kids enjoy a night packed with laughter, friends and activities, you can enjoy a night to yourselves-whether that’s relaxing at home or heading out on the town. We hope you can join us!
Friday, October 3 | 6 pm | Ross Hall
Middle Schoolers and High Schoolers are
invited to Museum of Illusions!
Cost: $27 + snack money
(because you’ll definitely need one after all those optical tricks!)
Friday, September 12 | 6:30 pm | Meet at Ross Hall
🎉 Time to Part-tee, Y’all! 🦖🍦
Get ready for an epic evening of putts, ice cream, and a whole lotta laughs! We’re taking a stroll (well, a fun one) down to Austin’s iconic Peter Pan Golf—where the T-Rex has been guarding the city’s legends at Lamar & Barton Springs like a true OG.
Cost: $15 + money for Sandy’s!
Bring your A-game and your appetite, because it’s about to get real out there. Can’t wait to see you there!
REGISTRATION FULL
Begins Sunday, September 7 | 9:45 am
Join us as we launch into a brand-new year of Student Sunday School! We’ll kick things off with games, donuts, and time together before diving into meaningful discussions about faith and life. Don’t miss this chance to reconnect, meet new friends, and start the school year off right!
Wednesday, September 3 | Youth Room
We’re excited to announce the relaunch of our youth ministry for the 2025–2026 school year! Wednesday nights are all about connection, fun, and growing in faith for students.
Middle School (JAM) kicks things off at 6:15 pm with dinner, games, teaching, and small group time.
Then High School (SIGS) takes over at 7:30 pm with their own games, teaching, and meaningful discussion.
AUGUST 30 - SEPTEMBER 1
Attention Students! Celebration Participant Sign-Up Now Open
Hey Rising Freshmen—and anyone who’s never been before!
You’re invited to Celebration 27, 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.
Limited space! Sign up now and be part of something unforgettable!
Wednesday, August 27 | 6 pm | Sanctuary
Playing handbells is a fun and easy way to create beautiful music to honor God. If you know your left hand from your right and can count to 4, you can play bells and chimes! We have opportunities to develop our rhythm and ringing skills, cultivate teamwork and enjoy playing bells and chimes. Contact Emily Craven for more information.
Sunday, August 17 | 9:45 am | Dining Hall & Children’s Area
Celebrate with us! All pre-k and elementary families are invited for a morning of fun as we kick-off the new school year. Come on Sunday to meet your Sunday school teachers, share a delicious breakfast, and enjoy carnival activities in the Dining Hall & Children’s Area. Each child will be decorating a picture frame with a back to school prayer to take home. Bring the whole family, neighbors, and friends!
Wednesday, July 30 | 9:30 am - 8:30 pm
Jam & Signulls students are invited to Schlitterbahn in New Braunfels. The cost is $65/person and includes entrance to the waterpark, one meal, one snack and one drink. On the way back we will stop for dinner at Buc-ees, so please bring cash.
Wednesday, July 16 | 6:30 - 9:30 pm | 4 Dreams Escape Game
High schoolers are invited to join us for a night of hidden clues, crack fun puzzles, and uncover secret paths. We will stop for snacks after we escape so make sure to bring some money.
July 5-11 | Alaska
This summer, we’re thrilled to partner with Praying Pelicans Mission for an incredible journey to Alaska! Known for its breathtaking landscapes and welcoming communities, Alaska is a vast land with unique challenges. Home to around 730,000 people, half of whom live in cities like Anchorage, Fairbanks, and Juneau, many Alaskans reside in remote areas only accessible by planes, boats, and ATVs. Despite its natural beauty and vibrant summer tourism, Alaska faces deep struggles, including poverty, homelessness, mental health issues, and addiction. On this mission trip, you’ll team up with local churches, nonprofits, and Christian camps to make a positive impact.
REGISTRATION FULL
June 25 | 6:30 - 10 pm
Take Me Out to the Ballgame – Sigs Style! ⚾ High schoolers (rising freshmen - graduating seniors) are heading to a Round Rock Express baseball game for a night of big plays, stadium snacks, and summer fun! Sign up on realm!
June 4, 2024 | 9 am - 8 pm | Six Flags - San Antonio
Bring friends and let's have a blast at Six Flags!
Lunch provided.
Note: Incoming 6th graders through high school are all invited.
Sunday, March 30 | 9:45 am - 10:45 am | Youth Ministry Sunday School Room
This time of fellowship, breakfast, and light program will allow you to meet our new Student Ministry Director. All parents of kids ages K-12 are welcome to come. Students in the youth ministry are also welcome! Registering will help us get a head count for the breakfast.
Friday, February 28 - Sunday March 2 | Camp Tejas
All high schoolers (current 9th to 12th graders) are invited to join us for our Annual Winter Retreat at Camp Tejas from Feb. 28 to Mar. 2. Get ready for a time of adventure, relaxation, and connection as a community with our new Student Ministry Director!
Please contact Pastor Stephen with any questions about the Winter Retreat and/or with any scholarship needs.
November 10 | 11 am - 1 pm | Worship & Luncheon
Come celebrate our 150th year anniversary with your church family, past and present. On Sunday, November 10 at 11 am we will begin with a special worship service followed by a traditional southern luncheon. There will be opportunities to reunite with friends from the past and connect with new friends, as we share the history and memories from the last 150 years.
Sunday, October 27 | 12:15 pm | Ross Hall
Join us for an important info meeting on our 2025 High School Mission Trip to Alaska!
This meeting is for students and parents to learn more about how to begin preparing and planning for this great adventure.
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