Spring Pathways 2022

PATHWAYS FOLLOWING JESUS ONE STEP AT A TIME

Spring Quarter APR-MAY 2022 OPPORTUNITIES FOR COMMUNITY!

New Offerings!

YOUTH CAMPS & WOMEN’S CONFERENCE

Something for You MEN, WOMEN, SENIORS, YOUTH AND MORE

In This Issue ADULTS

ConneXions Bible Study For All Faith & Literature Equipping Meet the Pastors Essentials Friendship in The Wayside (55+)

LENT & EASTER Palm Sunday Maundy Thursday Good Friday Easter Sunday

CARE & OUTREACH

Special Needs Parent Support Group Women’s Cancer Support Group ESL Friendship Class NEW Thursday Hospitality Team Social Services Volunteer Host Families

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MEN & WOMEN

Mingle at The Well The Well MOPS The Den Women’s Bible Study Men’s Monday Morning Bible Study Men’s Wednesday Morning Bible Study Hope Inspired

YOUTH & CHILDREN

Cornerstone (Grades 10-12) The Rock (Grades 8-9) Foundation (Grades 5-7) Campfire (Grades 1-4) High School Small Groups Mission 2022: June 23-29 Youth Summer Camps Get Involved!

Early Childhood (4mo-K) Sunday Care UPPC Kids Sunday School Solid Ground on Sundays

FIND REGISTRATIONS AND UP-TO-DATE INFO AT UPPC.ORG/EVENTS

WORSHIP

TOGETHER SUNDAY MORNINGS

9:30am Classic Worship 11am Contemporary Worship ON LINE

ON CAMPUS

Watch live streams of all services every Sunday!

Gather in person for worship on Sundays!

Visit UPPC.Online.Church to connect with your community and engage in service.

If you’ve been waiting to come back to inperson worship, we are here to welcome you!

New Series Coming May 2022

ADULTS

ONGOING

Meet the Pastors Sunday May 1 | 12:30pm ConneXions: The Gospel Inside & Out New to UPPC? Have you been attending online or just not had a chance to meet our pastors? There’s a Sundays 9:30-10:30am ConneXions is a weekly, open fellowship of people who monthly opportunity to do just that, as well as to meet others in the UPPC community. Join us at The Wayside want to grow in faith together! This spring we will be looking at our relationships with each other, society and café for a cup of coffee after the 11am service. the ways in which we use and understand scripture to Questions? Contact Kathy Goertz | kgoertz@uppc.org, or 253.564.2522x147. clarify truth and enable grace among us.

No registration necessary.

Meeting in Fellowship Hall.

No registration needed.

Essentials Sunday June 5 | 4-7pm Bible Study for All There’s a place for you at UPPC. Explore what that Wednesdays 10-11:30am means at our next Essentials class. You will learn about Come as you are, no sign-up necessary! Join Gwenn Robertson and friends in this weekly exploration of the what it means to belong to the UPPC community by learning more about the mission, theology and Bible through video lessons, discussion, prayer, and ministry of UPPC. Childcare and dinner provided upon fellowship. registration.

Meeting in Room 121.

Meeting in Fellowship Hall.

Look for registration in May at UPPC.org/events.

Faith & Literature The group explores main ideas in classic and contemporary literature and also in non-fiction writings.

Participants get to share their opinions as well as consider how their faith impacts their understanding of what they read. Next read is “The Seven Story (55+) Mountain.” If interested in more details, contact Marion Tilley at davemannie@comcast.net.

Friendship in The Wayside!

MAY & JUNE Equipping: Get equipped for your journey with Jesus Thursdays May 19-Jun 9 | 6pm – 7:30pm Did you know that being a Christian is actually a skill?

Equipping is a brief, 4-week small group led by Pastor Mike Moffitt about the four Discipleship Fundamentals.

Each week you’ll get an actual piece of discipleship “equipment” and an overview of the basic skills needed for following and deepening your relationship with Jesus. Register online at UPPC.org/events Meeting via Zoom.

Thursdays 4/28, 5/26 & 6/23 11:15AM-1:30PM

Hosted by the Deacons, we’ll have snacks, drinks and the opportunity to support youth missions by purchasing coffee from The Wayside café. Our hope is to provide time for fellowship with each other.

If you need a ride or have questions, please contact Jill McMullen at 253.564.2522 x139 or jmcmullen@uppc.org.

Meeting in The Wayside.

No registration necessary.

Lent & Easter at UPPC

In the daily round of life, dust and cobwebs accumulate in our souls.

The hidden corners of our hearts become encrusted with grime or filled with forgotten debris. During the weeks of Lent, God’s Spirit is given opportunity to clear away the clutter, sweep away the dust and wash us clean. We are invited to prepare ourselves…heart, soul, mind and body for the new life of Easter.

- Marlene Kropf, Assoc. Professor Emerita in Spiritual Formation and Worship

Palm Sunday April 10 | 9:30 & 11am We rejoice in Jesus’ triumphant entry in Jerusalem in the same way as those who were there that day - by waving palm branches in celebration! Join us for the celebration!

Maundy Thursday Thursday April 14 | 7pm Jesus’ final meal with his disciples was the first communion. At this service, we remember his commandment to gather and take communion in remembrance of Him.

Good Friday Friday April 15 | 7pm Good Friday is the day that Jesus died on the cross.

We mark this remembrance with a Tenebrae service.

This service follows a tradition of the Church dating back to the seventh century. From Latin the word Tenebrae means “darkness” and commemorates the final hours of our Lord’s life on earth, as he suffered death upon the cross. As the candles are extinguished, they symbolize the fading loyalty of the disciples and friends of Jesus. The gradual darkening of the church portrays the diminishing light of the world as Christ was departing from it. Join us for this meaningful remembrance.

Easter Sunday Sunday April 17 | 9:30 & 11am On Easter Sunday we celebrate our Risen Savior!

Invite your friends and family to join you in celebrating Jesus’ resurrection!

A UPPC Podcast on life, the Bible and faith.

With Mike Moffitt & weekly guests, join us for conversations that are improvised and sometimes unusual - just like jazz!

Available at your favorite podcast outlet.

Drop-in Volleyball

Tuesdays 6-8pm UPPC Gym An easy-going and fun environment to learn and play competitive indoor volleyball. Must be 13 years or older. Any skill level welcomed.

Women’s Cancer Support Group 2nd Tuesdays | 1-2:30pm The Women’s Cancer Support Group welcomes all women who are in the midst of treatment for cancer and 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.

Meeting online.

ESL (English as a Second Language) Friendship Class Open to all adults, the purpose of this weekly class is to help participants improve their use of spoken and written English. Students with both beginning and advanced English proficiency are welcome to join.

Contact Marion Tilley, davemannie@comcast.net.

UPPC Day Camp July 11-15 Online registration opens May 1

NEW Thursday Hospitality Team World Relief is in need of volunteers for one Thursday/ Friday each month. We need 2-3 volunteers who can provide a meal and/or transportation to new refugee families.

Get involved by emailing safehaven@uppc.org.

Social Services Volunteer Assist refugees and asylum seekers in navigating community resources!

Social Services Volunteers assist asylum seekers and immigrants staying in the Seattle-Tacoma area navigate community resources while they look for work and permanent housing. Volunteers are able to provide assistance virtually with occasional visits to World Relief’s Kent office.

More info at UPPC.org/SafeHaven

Care & Outreach

Special Needs Parent Support Group Second Sundays | 12:45-2pm This group welcomes parents of special needs kids of any age on the second Sunday of every month. We look at a different aspect of challenges we face and offer insight, encouragement and support to help us take better care of ourselves and our “kids.” Please contact Martha Greene at mgreene@uppc.org with questions or to receive our emails.

Meeting via Zoom.

Host Families July 11-15 UPPC will be hosting three families from China at this year’s Day Camp. We are looking for host homes and volunteers interested in hosting the families for an afternoon activity during their visit. If you are interested and would like more information, contact Lisa Woicik, lwoicik@uppc.org.

Go off-road for a Monumental adventure through the colorful canyons and sunbaked trails of the southwest. By exploring God’s awesomeness, kids form a rock-solid faith for the road ahead!

Men & Women

GROUP GATHERINGS Mingle in The Wayside Every other Wednesday | 6:30-7:30pm 4/13, 4/27, 5/11, 5/25 Join other women for an informal time of connection and conversation. Mingle with friends you know, and meet new ones! A great way to spend an hour while your kids are at youth group. Contact Jenn Boucher with questions, jennifer-boucher@hotmail.com

MOPS 2nd & 4th Mondays | 9:15-11:15am Gather with other Mothers of Preschoolers to connect, eat and find encouragement and support in a welcoming and friendly place. If you need childcare, contact Kallie Williams at mattiesgirl79@hotmail.com.

Meeting in Fellowship Hall.

Register at UPPC.org/adults.

The Well Every other Wednesday | 6:30-7:30pm 4/20, 5/4, 5/18, 6/1, 6/15 Join other women as we gather to learn, support one another and explore the HOPE and TRUTH in God’s Word for our REAL, daily lives. Our time together includes video, group discussion, and prayer. Gather at The Wayside café at 6:15 to socialize and grab a drink or snack. We will then move downstairs to Fellowship Hall for our learning and discussion time at 6:30. This session we’ll be discussing “Hope: Exploring God’s Plan” by Karen Sawrey. Come as you are, when you can! We’d love to have you join us!

Meeting in Fellowship Hall.

The Den Wednesdays 6:30-7:30pm 4/13, 4/27, 5/11, 5/25 Join with other guys to tackle some of life’s challenges together. The Den is about men helping men to be better, godly men through a Gospel-centered vision of life. Contact Guy Berry at guyberry767@gmail.com.

Meeting in Fellowship Hall.

FIND REGISTRATIONS AND UP-TO-DATE INFO AT UPPC.ORG/EVENTS

BIBLE STUDIES Women’s Bible Study Thursdays 9-11am Join us for an exciting and creative look at Jesus and his followers via the popular video series, The Chosen. Led by Sharon Moffitt. Drop-ins welcome.

Meet in Fellowship Hall.

Men’s Monday Morning Bible Study Mondays | 6:30-7:45am Start your week off with a fellowship of praying and devoted men as we read and discuss the Bible. Contact Bob Mohr, bobmohr1942@gmail.com, for more information and the Zoom link.

Men’s Wednesday Morning Bible Study Wednesdays | 9-10am Join a mid-week pick-me-up of prayer and fellowship as we seek to grow through reading and discussing the Bible.

Email Bob Mohr with questions and for the Zoom link: bobmohr1942@gmail.com.

Hope Inspired Friday April 29, 6-9pm Saturday April 30, 9am-4pm

UPPC Women’s Ministry invites you to Hope Inspired 2022!

Join us for a two-day conference with award winning author and speaker

Donna Renay Patrick

Gather with other women and explore your unique purpose, discover how it’s not just about you, and how God compels us to serve others.

Info & registration for UPPC’s annual Women’s Retreat at UPPC.org/events.

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MINISTRIES

Youth & Children

WEDNESDAYS

NO REGISTRATIONS NEEDED!

Cornerstone (Grades 10-12) Wednesdays 8-9pm Hang out with friends, de-stress, and play exciting games. Discover who God is and give students the life tools to build an identity around the true cornerstone: Jesus Christ.

Meet in the Youth Room.

Foundation (Grades 5-7) Wednesdays 6:30-7:30pm Come have fun, make new friendships, or deepen old ones. We’ll have lots of fun and discover together who God is and how your story intersects with his story.

Meet in the Youth Room.

The Rock (Grades 8-9) Wednesdays 8-9pm We take a break from the busy week to be together in community, play some games, and discover together what it means to follow Jesus Christ.

Meet in The Lodge.

Campfire (Grades 1-4) Wednesdays 6:30-7:30pm Campfire is our mid-week program where students learn about Jesus, play crazy games, and create art.

Meet in The Lodge.

Mission 2022 June 23-29 | Grades 9-12 Plan ahead for our annual High School Mission trip to the El Niño community in East Tijuana, Mexico. We encounter God as we build homes, engage with a different culture, and are challenged in our faith as we will serve others in different capacities. Experience what God looks like through the eyes of our brothers and sisters in Mexico! Sign up online at UPPC.org/cornerstone Black Diamond Camp Sign Ups Grades 5-7 | June 30-July 3 | Cost: $294 per camper We will meet everyone at the camp on June 30. This is adventure camp will be an amazing experience for students to make new friends, grow in their faith, and have fun! At the end of camp on July 3 students will be picked up at Black Diamond Camp. Register at the link on UPPC.org/foundation

Young Life Creekside Camp Sign-ups Grades 8 & 9 | July 27-31 Attention incoming 8th & 9th Graders! Join us for the best week of your life! We will join UPNT Young Life on a trip down to Creekside Camp at Washington Family Ranch in Oregon. Information and registration at UPPC.org/therock

Get Involved!

We believe strongly in the involvement of the whole church in our youth & children’s ministries. UPPC loves kids! We have a number of ways to impact the lives of students in our community as a prayer partner, mentor, or volunteer in our programming. Contact Lexi Barnett at lbarnett@uppc.org to learn more about how to support our students!

Learn more about each group at: UPPC.org/cornerstone UPPC.org/therock UPPC.org/foundation UPPC.org/children

NO REGISTRATIONS NEEDED!

Early Childhood (4mo-K) Sunday Care Sundays 9:30 & 11am | 4mo-3yrs in the Nursery, 4yrs-K in The Lodge Our adult, trained staff will nurture and love your child so you can relax and focus on your time in the worship service. Not comfortable leaving your child during service? We have a Family Worship Room off the Upper Lobby where you can comfortably participate in worship without worrying if your child is making noise or moving about.

All students in grades 1-9 start in service with their parents and will be released to go to Sunday School before the sermon. We believe that the experience of intergenerational worship is important for all ages and especially instrumental in the longevity of the faith of our kids.

UPPC Kids Sunday School Sundays 9:30 & 11am Every Sunday morning children will learn a story from the Bible and engage in other fun activities. It’s our goal to make learning about Jesus an exciting and interactive experience. This year our elementary curriculum includes a family devotional! This amazing resource will help parents reinforce what their children are learning in Sunday School as they continue to build their faith at home.

Solid Ground on Sundays Grades 5-9 | 9:30 & 11am Students gather together in the Youth Room for a service designed for youth. With their own speaker and curriculum, students are challenged to learn more about Jesus together.

High School Small Groups Sundays | 9:30-10:30am | Grades 10-12 All High School small groups will be meeting at 9:30 on Sunday mornings at UPPC. We’ll meet at The Wayside café, have small group, and then attend the 11am church service together. Small groups are a great chance to dive deeper into your faith with others who are interested in learning more. Join us anytime!

Mom’s & Dad’s Day Out Co-op 1yr-K | 9am-12pm | Tue-Fri

Need to run errands or have a few hours to yourself? At MDDO, moms and dads rotate to help our nursery staff with childcare and provide snack once/twice a semester - it’s a group effort! Register for up to two days per week.

Contact Laura Richardson, Director of Early Childhood, at 253.590.2547 or lrichardson@uppc.org.

Youth & Children

SUNDAYS

UP PC Staff Pastors Rev. Aaron Stewart Senior Pastor Rev. Mike Moffitt Associate Pastor

Worship & Music Rev. Dr. Diana Greene Minister of Worship Loren Tucker Director of Cont. Worship & Technical Arts Melinda 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 Lisa Woicik Minister of Outreach & Mission Youth & Children Rob Clark Minister of Youth & Children Robin Fawcett Director of Middle School Julie Mangrum Director of Elementary Laura Richardson Director of Early Childhood Lexi Barnett Y&C Administrative Assistant Operations Mike Bates Executive Minister Ashli Veitch Executive Assistant Kate Evarts Director of Communications Janie Brooksher Scheduler Kaylee Fowler Financial Administrator Campus Care Taylor Conrad Campus Care & Wayside Café Manager Chuck Benedict Lead Custodian Mawiir Deng Custodian Chris Lange Custodian

UPPC ELDERS Session Support Lori Jacoby Continuity & Communication Bob Freeborn Continuity & Communication Sven Nelson Nominating Carolyn Rzesutek Nominating Worship & Discipleship Nancy Keay Worship Ross Parker Worship Leslie Hensley Discipleship Rick Todd Discipleship Care & Outreach Emily Bosh Outreach & Missions Jim Lineweaver Outreach & Missions Marty Sanbeck Welcome & Connect Jim Goertz Welcome & Connect Karen Crosby Care Mitch Sagers Care Youth & Children Holly Bray Youth & Children Mary Pubols Youth & Children Operations Grant Blinn Human Resources Kathleen George Human Resources Cynthia Darland Finance Krista Wallace Finance Campus Care Joel Postma Facilities Dan Small Facilities

The Session, comprised of elders, serves as the governing body of the church. Elders are elected, volunteer positions within the church body who help facilitate the leadership and direction of the church.