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A NOTE FROM PASTOR MIKE
Hifriends!
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Ingrace, PastorMike
JOIN US FOR WORSHIP
At University Place Presbyterian Church we strive to know and live-out the love of Jesus locally, intentionally, spontaneously, and tangibly.
SUNDAY MORNINGS
9:30 AM 11:00 AM
Classic Service
Enjoy a more traditional worship service with hymns, chancel choir, music ensembles and pipe organ.
Contemporary Service
Experience a more relaxed style of worship with contemporary worship songs and live band.
ONLINE
Livestream Worship
Join us at UPPC.org for both services on Sunday. We look forward to worshipping with you!
Scan the QR code to plan your visit and learn more about UPPC!
New to UPPC? We’d love to get to know you! Meet the pastors, staff and others looking for community. Join us May 18 - coffee is on us!
Kathy Goertz. kgoertz@uppc.org 253 564 2522 ext147
Bring a friend for a light lunch and to catch up with others! Enjoy a drink from The Wayside and a great time of fellowship. (55+)
Come and enjoy a meal and fellowship on May 4 before we break for summer. Bring your favorite dish to share and come experience the diverse cultures that make up UPPC. th
Jill McMullen | jmcmullen@uppc.org 253.564-2522 ext139 More at
LET’S CONNECT
Crossroads is for young adults 18+ looking for community at UPPC. Follow us on Instagram for the latest and meet-ups.
Espy Riverman | eriverman@uppc.org
THE WELL
1st & 3rd Wednesdays | 6:30-7:30PM
Join with other women to learn, support one another and explore the HOPE and TRUTH in God’s Word for our REAL, daily lives. Come as you are, when you can!
Katie Baker | Krhbaker@gmail.com
2nd&4th Wednesdays
6:30-7:30PM
THE DEN
Looking to put names to faces you see on Sunday mornings or dropping kids off at youth events? The Den is a no strings attached chance to know others from UPPC?
Bob Baker | rbaker315@gmail.com
Women’s Bible Study Thursdays | 9:30-11AM Sharon Moffitt | 253.677.0100
Men’s Bible Study Mondays | 6:30-7:30AM | Zoom Wednesdays | 9-10AM Bob Mohr |253.820.6569 bobmohr1942@gmail.com Women’s Drop in Prayer 1st Saturdays Ellyjoy Mbaya | 206.990.4394
Bible Study Fellowship Mondays | 6:30PM Bob Somerville | 253 678 7886 bsomerville777@gmail.com Jackie Jones | 253.302.7741 jackie.jones98@yahoo.com
PEACEMAKING TELOS
MAY 4 | 4-7pm
Join us for a conversation with Todd Deatherage, Executive Director and Co-Founder of the Telos Group to unpack the complexities of the IsraeliPalestinian conflict and how the church can play a crucial role.
ALPHA
Are you looking for a space to ask the big questions of life in a place where you are accepted and belong? Alpha is that place! Explore meaning, faith and the basics of Christianity among new friends for eleven weeks. Fall 2025 sessions coming soon!
ESSENTIALS
JUNE 1 | 3-7
Considering membership?At Essentials you’ll discover how you fit into this community of believers and Christ followers. There IS a place for you, and Essentials is a great way to explore the opportunities.
ROOTED
Find community and engage! Rooted is a small group for all, at any stage of the faith journey. We will practice the rhythms of a lifestyle with Jesus, in a small group setting with new friends. Fall 2025 sessions coming soon!
Faith and Literature
Thursdays 9:30-11AM
Marion Tilley | davemannie@comcast.net
Friendship ESL Wednesdays 9-10AM | Zoom
Marion Tilley | davemannie@comcast.net
SUNDAYS
Family Worship
Familyworshipisimportanttousandwewelcomeallagesin theSanctuary.OurFamilyWorshipRoom,justinsidethefront doors,hasalivemonitor,aviewoftheSanctuaryandabitmore spaceforlittlestomovearound.OurEarlyChildhoodMinistry alsoprovidesasafe,funandengagingenvironmenteachweek duringbothservices.NurseryandEarlyChildhoodCareis availableforinfants6monthsandup.
UPPC Kids | Sunday School
Childreningrades1-4startintheSanctuarywiththeirparents andarereleasedtogotoSundaySchoolbeforethesermonin eachservice.In“TheLodge”they’lllearnstoriesfromtheBible andengageinotherfunactivities.It’sourgoaltomake learningaboutJesusanexcitingandinteractiveexperience. Ourelementarycurriculumalsoincludesafamilydevotional. ThisgreatresourcehelpsparentsreinforceSundaySchool teachingsastheycontinuetobuildfaithathome.
Solid Ground
StudentsinFoundation(grades5-7)andTheRock(grades8-9) willalsostartinthesanctuaryandthengathertogetherinthe YouthRoomduringeachservice.Theywillexperienceaservice designedforteenswheretheycangrowintheirfaith,form lastingfriendships,andexplorewhatitmeanstoliveouttheir beliefsintoday’sworld.
High School Worship | Small Groups
HighSchoolStudentsattendthe11:00servicetogetherormeet at9:45amfordesignatedsmallgroups.
Grades 9-12 | 8-9PM
Games, trivia, raffle prizes and learning more about faith. A great time to bring friends who may be new to church activities.
Lexi Barnett - lbarnett@uppc.org
Grades 8 & 9 | 8-9PM
Take a break from the busy week to be together in community, play games and discover what it means to follow Jesus.
Robin Fawcett | rfawcett@uppc.org
Grades 5-7 | 6:30-7:30PM
Come have fun, make new friendships, or deepen old ones. We’ll discover who God is and how our stories intersect with His.
Robin Fawcett | rfawcett@uppc.org
Grades 1-4 | 6:30-7:30PM
An opportunity for students to learn about Jesus, play games and create cool art.
Julie Mangrum | jsmangrum@uppc.org
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PRAYER
Prayer at UPPC
Therearemultipleopportunitiestoprayforothers atUPPC.
PrayerChain:Thisgrouppraysforrequeststhat comeinthroughprayerrequests@uppc.org.
ThursdayMorningPrayer:GatheringThursday mornings,thisgrouppraysforthechurchandits ministries.
Ifyouareinterestedinjoiningusinprayer,please contactJillMcMullen. jmcmullen@uppc.org|253.564.2522ext139
CARE & SUPPORT
Divorce happens for a variety of reasons, and when it does, Divorce Recovery will help answer some of the most difficult questions. Coming this Fall!.
1st & 3rd Tuesdays | 10am-2pm Bring sewing supplies and lunch as we gather in fellowship to create quilts for infants, children, teenagers, and seniors to be donated to CareNet, Coffee Oasis, and U.P. Care Center. Wendy Warren wendysews@hotmail.com.
2nd Tuesdays | 1-2:30pm | Zoom
The Women’s Cancer Support Group welcomes all women who are in the midst of treatment for cancer as well as women who have survived cancer. We are there to support each other and watch the Holy Spirit at work among us. Contact Sue Walen. frogfingers@comcast.net.
4th Tuesdays | 6:30-8pm | Zoom
To learn more about this group, contact Bob Freeborn. raf0444@comcast.net.
COMMUNITY UPPC.ORG/OUTREACH
CHINA TRIP
October 2025 | Come experience the church in China and be inspired by fellow believers as we encourage one another and deepen our faith in Jesus.
HABITAT BUILD DAY
May 3 | Join fellow UPPCers for a day of work and fun! Volunteers will complete various tasks on the job site from painting to landscaping and much more! Anyone 16+ is welcome. No experience necessary.
FOOD BANK SERVE DAY
Saturday, May 17 | Help sort, pack, and distribute food to families visiting the food bank run by Families Unlimited Network (F.U.N.) on Saturday, May 17. Sign up to serve as a family or as an individual. Ages 7+ are welcome. More at UPPC.org/events.
F.U.N provides food and service to many in out community. In this season they receive the lowest donations yet have the greatest need. Support by donating non perishable items in the bins at the lower entrance of UPPC anytime during building hours.
SAFE HAVEN
Learn more about the UPPC Good Neighbor Team that helps provide newly arrived refugees a sense of community and belonging. UPPC.org/safehaven.
ADULT DISCIPLESHIP
Alpha
Enjoy dinner, explore meaning, faith and the basics of Christianity among new friends for eleven weeks. Fall 2025!
Essentials
Coming June 1!
The Essentials membership class is a great way to learn more about UPPC and to discover how you fit into this community of believers and Christ followers. There IS a place for you, and Essentials is a great way to explore the opportunities.
Rooted
Practice the rhythms of a lifestyle with Jesus, in a small group setting with new friends. Fall 2025!
Equipping
Learn about the ”Four Basics” of following Jesus at a dinner seminar led by Pastor Mike Moffitt.
Flourishing
Explore God's vision for human flourishing, the challenges that hinder flourishing within our local community, and how God is inviting us to bring healing, hope and transformation for others.
MEN’S MALIBU WEEKEND
May 15-17
Experience outrageous fun, connection, adventure and most importantly Jesus Christ - no matter where you are in your faith journey.
Enjoy lots of laughter, activities, delicious food, insightful speakers, seminars, plenty of time to relax with friends and a few surprises!
Men's Weekend is open to all men 18 years or older. Bring your dad, your son, men you have come with before, business associates, or even old college friends. Join us!
CROSSROADS SUMMER KICKOFF SOMETHING NEW
June 1st | Young Adults Worship Night Mark your calendar and come kickoff the summer season of Crossroads as we gather together to worship God and pray for the summer ahead!
Espy Riverman | eriverman@uppc.org
In each Pathways you can find recommendations for a great RightNow Media video series for adults and families!
This spring, as the fellas get set to head to the Malibu retreat, we wanted to recommend “7 Challenges Men Encounter” with Vince Miller. Learn about accepting responsibility, leading courageously, loving unconditionally, living with integrity, and more!
For kids, take a look at “The Slugs and Bugs Show”! Join musician Randall Goodgame, Doug the Slug, Sparky the Lightning Bug, and special guests inside the Slugs & Bugs Workshop. Songs, and hijinks are discovered, along with timeless truths about life and faith. From a producer of VeggieTales!
SPRING PICKS
by Jessica Reid
Right Now Media | Revolutionizing Ministry
Through UPPC, you have access to over 25,000 Biblically-based videos for small groups, families, students, leadership development and much more. Explore all that Rightnow Media has to offer and sign up for your free private account on the homepage at UPPC.org.
UPPC LEADERSHIP
Session Support
Bill Chissoe
Susan Clark
Sven Nelson
Carolyn Rzesutek
Worship & Discipleship
Nancy Keay
Chuck King
Guy Berry
Rick Todd
Care & Outreach
Emily Bosh
Patti Vig
Marty Sanbeck
Cynthia Crosby
Youth & Children
Holly Bray
Matt Williams
Operations
Kathleen George
Jim Maxwell
Cynthia Darland
Krista Wallace
Campus Care
Sean Hensley
Joe McInelly
PASTORS
Rev. Aaron Stewart Senior Pastor
Rev. Mike Moffitt Associate Pastor Discipleship
Rev. Tina Osterhouse Associate Pastor Family Ministries
Rev. Rob Clark Associate Pastor Executive Ministries
THE SESSION, COMPRISED OF ELDERS, SERVES AS THE GOVERNING BODY OF THE CHURCH. ELDERS ARE ELECTED TO VOLUNTEER POSITIONS WITHIN THE CHURCH BODY AND HELP FACILITATE THE LEADERSHIP AND DIRECTION OF THE CHURCH.
UPPC STAFF
Worship & Music
Rev. Dr. Diana Greene | Minister of Worship
Loren Tucker | Director of Contemporary Worship
Dan Konicek | Director of Media
Lisa Todd | Director of Music & Arts Institute
Care & Outreach
Rev. Dr. Martha Greene | Parish Associate
Jill McMullen | Minister of Care and Welcome & Connect
Kathy Goertz | Welcoming Coordinator
Rev. Lisa Woicik | Minister of Outreach & Mission
Youth & Children
Laura Richardson | Director of Early Childhood
Julie Mangrum | Director of Elementary
Robin Fawcett | Director of Middle School
Lexi Barnett | Director of High School & Young Adults
Operations
Mike Bates | Executive Minister of Advancement
Lisa Priestley | Marketing & Communications Coordinator
Julianne Bishop | Stewardship Coordinator
Kaylee Fowler | Financial Administrator
Emily Jacobsen | Office & Scheduling Coordinator
Ashli Veitch | Executive Assistant
Tanja Bishop | Executive Assistant to the Senior Pastor
Campus Care
Taylor Conrad | Campus Care & Wayside Café Manager
Chuck Benedict | Lead Custodian
Mawiir Deng | Custodian
Chris Lange | Custodian