PATHWAYS
FOLLOWING JESUS ONE STEP AT A TIME
Join us at Titlow Park in Tacoma for a fun day with your church family! Bring your own picnic set-up, food and drinks and we’ll provide the Bliss ice cream, music, games and more. See you there!
That Sounds FUN!
Summer 2023
New events, fellowship and always fun. Walking, golf and more! Watch for details and upcoming events in the bulletin, weekly email and online at UPPC.org.
Meet The Pastors
Sunday, August 20 | 11:15AM-1:30PM
New to UPPC? We’d love to get to know you! Meet the pastors, staff and others looking for community. Coffee is on us! Questions? Contact Kathy Goertz. 253.564.2522 ext. 147 | kgoertz@uppc.org
Men’s Morning Bible Studies
Monday & Wednesday mornings | Zoom or in Person Enjoy a time of renewal in the Bible with other men. Email Bob Mohr for more information or the Zoom link. bobmohr1942@gmail.com
The Den
2nd & 4th Wednesdays | 6:30-7:30pm
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.
Women’s Cancer Support Group
2nd Tuesdays | 1-2:30 pm | Zoom
We support each other and watch the Holy Spirit at work among us. All women who are in the midst of treatment for cancer and women who have survived cancer are welcome. For more information and for those who wish to meet in person for fellowship and prayer, contact Sue Walen for details and meeting information. frogfingers@comcast.ne
Young Adults
Wednesdays | Young People 18+
Join us on Wednesdays this Summer for fun hangout time with other young adults. Follow on Instagram @uppcyoungadults for details and upcoming events. Questions? Contact Espy Riverman. eriverman@uppc.org
Summer FUN for Youth & Families | UPPC.org/foundation
Drop-in Volleyball
Tuesdays 6-8pm | UPPC Gym
An easy-going and fun environment to learn and play indoor volleyball. Must be 13 years or older; any skill level welcomed. Contact Robin Fawcett with questions. | rfawcett@uppc.org
*registration required
Seattle Mariners - June 28
Tacoma Rainiers - July 26
Wild Waves Water Park - August 10
Seattle Sounders - August 20
Stellar Day Camp
July 10-14 | 9:30 am-12:30pm
Stellar Day Camp will rocket kids on an out-of-this-world adventure that’s light years of faith-building fun! Questions? Contact Julie Mangrum. jsmangrum@uppc.org | UPPC.org/events
Mom & Dad’s Day Out Co-Op
Ages 1yr-K | 9am-12pm | Tue-Fri
Need a break 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! You may register up to two days per week. To sign up contact Laura Richardson, Director of Early Childhood, at 253.590.2547 or lrichardson@uppc.org.
SUNDAY WORSHIP FOR KIDS
Move-Up Sunday | July 23
Children who finished Kindergarten in the 2022-23 school year will “move-up” to Elementary Sunday School and students that have completed 4th grade will “move-up” to Solid Ground!
Early Childhood Sunday Care
4mo-3yrs: Nursery, 4yrs-K: The Lodge | Sundays 9:30 & 11am
Our adult, trained staff will nurture and love your child so you can relax and focus on your time in the worship service. We also have a Family Worship Room off the Upper Lobby where you can comfortably participate in worship.
UPPC Kids Sunday School
Grades 1-4 | Sundays 9:30 & 11am
Children in grades 1-4 will worship with their families until released for Sunday School in The Lodge before the sermon. At Sunday School, 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 and to offer resources to help parents reinforce what children are learning as they continue to build their faith at home.
Solid Ground
Grades 5-9 | Sundays | 9:30 & 11am
After worshipping with their families, students are dismissed to gather in the Youth Room and learn more about Jesus together.
High School Sunday Small Groups
Grades 10-12 | Sundays 9:30-10:30am
High School small groups meet at 9:30 on Sunday mornings at UPPC. We meet at The Wayside café, have small group, and then attend the 11am UPPC church service together. Small groups are a great chance to dive deeper into your faith with others who are interested in learning more.
SUMMER CAMPS
Foundation Summer Camp
Grades 5-7 | July 5-8
It’s here - Foundation Summer Camp! This year, we are headed to Cascade Camp in Yelm. There is so much to do and we are so excited. Invite friends to come along and experience a God-centered and fun week! Contact Robin Fawcett for more information. rfawcett@uppc.org
The Rock Summer Camp
Grades 8 & 9 | July 31 - August 4
Are you going into 8th or 9th grade? Sign up for Creekside Young Life Camp with UPPC! This camp is unlike any other; water slides, swimming pool, cliff jumping, basketball, high ropes course and pro gaga ball arena. Each day we will have amazing opportunities to experince God. Don’t miss it! Contact Robin Fawcett for more information. rfawcett@uppc.org