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PATHWAYS FALL

2026

FOLLOWING JESUS ONE STEP AT A TIME... 8101 27TH STREET WEST | UNIVERSITY PLACE, WA 253.564.2522 | WWW.UPPC.ORG

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SEEK & EXPERIENCE

COMMUNITY Hi friends, A long time ago, two people were taking a 7-mile walk along a pathway, trying to make sense of all Jesus had said and done. A stranger met with them and walked with them along the pathway, explaining everything as they walked. That evening as they ate together, the two of them realized who the stranger was -- Jesus, resurrected! "Then their eyes were opened and they recognized him, and he disappeared from their sight. They asked each other, “Were not our hearts burning within us while he talked with us on the road and opened the Scriptures to us?” (Read the whole account in Luke 24:13-35) Our lives are like that walk along the pathway with Jesus. Four times a year, we hope this Pathways catalog inspiresPAGE you to6-8 walk with Jesus and even challenges you to learn something new! This fall, we kick off a new leg of our journey, allowing the Holy Spirit to form us to be more and more like Jesus. Imagine all that God can show you by June! As you leaf through these pages, ask God to guide your steps, take a deep breath, and say "yes" to walking with Jesus this year! In grace,

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UPPC.ORG/EVENTS NEXT STEPS Are you newer to UPPC? Join us for NEXT STEPS and a conversation with the UPPC pastors. Learn more about who we are as a church and your next steps into community. Coming October 11! Kathy Goertz | kgoertz@uppc.org

FAITH & FINANCE This Faith & Finance series is designed to provide practical tools and thoughtful guidance to help us steward our resources with wisdom, generosity and purpose. Register for one or both of these informative workshops this fall. More at UPPC.org/events

FRIENDSHIP IN THE WAYSIDE 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. Meeting through June! (55+) Jill McMullen | jmcmullen@uppc.org

FAMILY SACRAMENTS CLASS November 8 & 15 | 9:30-10:30am Children and their parents explore the meaning and traditions of baptism and communion together. Families will have the opportunity to participate in the sacraments at the end of the workshop. Geared toward children in grades 1-4. REGISTER AT UPPC.ORG/EVENTS! PAGE 2

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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.

Scan the QR code to plan your visit and learn more about UPPC!

SUNDAY MORNINGS 9:30AM

11:00AM

ONLINE

Traditional Service Enjoy a more traditional worship service with hymns, choir, music ensembles and pipe organ.

Contemporary Service Experience a more relaxed style of worship with contemporary worship songs and live band.

Livestream Worship Join us at UPPC.org for both services on Sunday. We look forward to worshipping with you!

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COMMUNITY AT UPPC CROSSROADS @uppcrossroads

Crossroads is for young adults 18+ looking for community at UPPC. Follow us on Instagram or reach out to join the WhatsApp community for the latest meet-ups. Mike Moffitt | mmoffitt@uppc.org

WOMEN’S FELLOWSHIP 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! UPPC Women’s Ministry

Katie Baker | Krhbaker@gmail.com

MEN’S FELLOWSHIP

2nd & 4th Wednesdays 6:30-7:30 PM

2nd & 4th Wednesdays | 6:30-7:30PM Get together with other guys who want to explore a God-centered vision of life filled with truth and purpose! Bob Baker | rbaker315@gmail.com

Bible Study Fellowship Mondays | 6:30PM September-May Bryan King | 360.981.8469 bryan.k.king@gmail.com Lindsey Wisdom | 206.799.6762 lindsey.wisdom@gmail.com

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ALPHA

BIBLE

PART OF THE DISCIPLESHIP CORE Are you looking for a space to ask the big questions of life in a place where you are accepted and belong? Alpha is a place to explore meaning, faith and the basics of Christianity with new friends. Starts September 20.

PART OF THE DISCIPLESHIP CORE The Bible is central to our understanding of our identity and purpose. Discover new ways to read and meditate through scripture as we explore what it means to answer Jesus’ call on our lives. Starts October 4.

THEOLOGY

MEMBERSHIP AT UPPC

PART OF THE DISCIPLESHIP CORE “Theology” refers to the ongoing conversation about what Christians believe and why. Get comfortable in theological discussions and discover how thinking and speaking theologically is integral to Jesus’ call to share his Good News. Starts November 1.

Learn more about UPPC and 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. Starts November 8.

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Faith and Literature Exploring literature together... Marion Tilley davemannie@comcast.net PAGE 5

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Friendship ESL New students welcome! Marion Tilley davemannie@comcast.net WWW.UPPC.ORG

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FOR EVERY ADULT MEN’S NIGHT October 16 God has a calling for your life. Come hang out with other guys and talk openly about life's challenges and blessings as men in this community. More at UPPC.org/events

WOMEN’S NIGHT November 13 Connect with other women at UPPC for fellowship, and explore God's calling on your life through stories about Jesus' interactions with women. More at UPPC.org/events

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“Growing in every way more and more like Christ.” Ephesians 4:15 Alpha Starts September 20 Begin (or begin again) with the basics of Christianity at Alpha. Bible Starts October 4 See the Bible as the ongoing story of God and God's people. Theology Starts November 1 Join in the ongoing conversation about what Christians believe and why. Practice Coming this Winter Practice a lifestyle of being with Jesus, becoming like Him, and doing as He did. Service Coming this Spring Discover ways to bless your community in Jesus' name.

Essentials Coming November 8! 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.

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FAMILY MINISTRIES SUNDAYS Family Worship | Nursery Care Family worship is important to us and we welcome all ages in the Sanctuary. Our Family Worship Room, just inside the front doors, has a live monitor, a view of the Sanctuary and a bit more space for littles to move around. Nursery and Early Childhood Care is available in the Nursery during both services. UPPC Kids | Sunday School Children in PreK-Kindergarten check in before services downstairs in the Lodge and end their time in Room 127 off the Youth Cafe. Children in grades 1-4 start in the sanctuary with their parents and are released to go to Sunday School in the Lodge before the sermon. We use the Zippee Kids curriculum which nurtures curiosity and helps build a faith that makes room for questions. Solid Ground Students in Foundation (grades 5-7) and The Rock (grades 8-9) will also start in the Sanctuary and then gather together in the Youth Room during each service. They will experience a service designed for teens where they can grow in their faith, form lasting friendships, and explore what it means to live out their beliefs in today’s world. High School Worship High School Students attend the 11:00 am service together. Look for us up front in the Sanctuary!

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WEDNESDAY NIGHTS CAMPFIRE 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

FOUNDATION 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

CORNERSTONE & THE ROCK Grades 8-12 | 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

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MORE FOR FAMILIES AN INTENTIONAL SEASON 30% An Intentional Season is a family Off formation worship and teaching opportunity for your whole family. Once a month, we will gather around tables for a meal, enjoy conversation with friends and spend time in worship as a family!

MOM & DAD’S DAY OUT At MDDO, we treat your little ones like family! Days are filled with active fun and heartwarming Bible stories that share the timeless values of love and kindness. Tuesday-Friday mornings.

THE MOMCO Motherhood is better together. MomCo is the place you’ll find encouragement, authentic friendships and practical support as you grow in faith alongside other moms. Join us this fall!

UPPC Family Retreat

February 12-14, 2027 SAVE THE DATE for this fun time away to connect with other families and create fun memories at UPPC’s first annual Family Retreat at beautiful Cascades Camp. Registration coming in November.

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PRAYER

Prayer at UPPC There are multiple opportunities to pray for others at UPPC. Prayer Walk: Join your Deacons for a prayer walk around the UPPC neighborhood the first Saturday of October. More at UPPC.org/events. Prayer Chain: This group prays for requests that come in through prayerrequests@uppc.org. Thursday Morning Prayer: Gathering Thursday mornings, this group prays for the church and its ministries. If you are interested in joining us in prayer, please contact Jill McMullen. jmcmullen@uppc.org | 253.564.2522 ext 139

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CARE & SUPPORT

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DIVORCE RECOVERY This fall and winter... Divorce happens for a variety of reasons, and when it does, Divorce Recovery will help answer some of the most difficult questions. Registration details at UPPC.org/events.

GRIEFSHARE This fall and spring... Our caring group of leaders have experienced grief and want to help you through difficult days as you begin to rebuild your life after loss. Register at UPPC.org/events.

CANCER SUPPORT 2nd Tuesdays | 1-2:30PM | Zoom We welcome all women who are in the midst of treatment for cancer as well as women who have survived cancer. Contact Sue Walen frogfingers@comcast.net

SOULFUL STITCHERS 1st & 3rd Tuesdays | 10AM-2:30PM If you sew, quilt, crochet, knit, embroider, craft cards, books, join us in fellowship to provide gifts of spiritual comfort, care and love to our members and community outreach. Wendy Warren | 253.363.1392 | wendysews@hotmail.com

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OPPORTUNITIES TO SERVE CHERISH HARAMBEE October 18 Join us for lunch, stories and pictures from the Kenya trip this summer. Pray for, celebrate and write encouragement cards to sponsored Cherish students.

ARRABON EXPERIENTIAL LEARNING TRIP Trip dates: April 5-9, 2027 Save the date to travel and learn from workshops, museums, and key Civil Rights-era landmarks in the US South. More at UPPC.org/outreach.

INTERGENERATIONAL MEXICO TRIP Trip dates: April 3-7 2027 Interest meeting on September 27, 12:15-1 in the youth room. Register for the interest list at UPPC.org/events.

FOOD BANK SERVE DAYS Register to sort, pack and distribute food to families at F.U.N.’s food bank on third Saturdays monthly through May. Sign up to serve as a family or as an individual. Ages 7+ are welcome. Register at UPPC.org/events.

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OCTOBER 10 UPPC Parking Lot

PEACEMAKING WORKSHOP with Todd Deatherage

OCTOBER 4 | 12:30PM Join us for this workshop on the 12 Principles and Practices of Peacemaking, and how to apply them in our lives and our community. Led by Todd Deatherage, Co-Founder and Executive Director of the Telos Group.

AN EVENING OF MUSIC with Parfait Bassalé

NOVEMBER 7 | 5PM All ages are welcome to a special musical performance night with acoustic singersongwriter and World Relief partner, Parfait Bassalé. Join us for dinner and an opening performance from some of UPPC’s own musicians.

RIGHT NOW MEDIA 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.

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FALL 2026 SERIES

Justice and Peacemaking in the Age of Outrage We live in an age of outrage. Our politics divide us, our social media feeds reward anger and our culture often tells us that the path to change comes through winning, shaming and defeating the other side. Even the church can be shaped by the same forces. But Jesus offers us another way. This fall, The Jesus Way explores what it means to follow Christ into the beautiful and difficult work of justice and peacemaking. Jesus does not call us to ignore injustice or retreat from the brokenness of the world. He calls us to become people who pursue what is right without becoming consumed by resentment, who speak truth without contempt and who work for reconciliation without pretending our differences and wounds don’t matter. PAGE 15

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UPPC LEADERSHIP Continuity & Communication Bill Chissoe Julie Collins Nominating Sven Nelson Graham O’Brien Worship Craig Carter Chuck King Discipleship Guy Berry Bo Helmich Outreach Kendra Paker Hiroko Yaguchi Welcome & Connect Marty Sanbeck Cynthia Crosby Family Ministries Jenn Boucher Matt Williams Human Resources Jim Maxwell Carmen Murrell Finance John Beering John Wascher Facilities Sean Hensley Joe McInelly

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Pastors Rev. Aaron Stewart Senior Pastor Rev. Mike Moffitt Associate Pastor Discipleship Rev. Tina Osterhouse Associate Pastor Family 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.

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AS A FAMILY OF FAITH WE...

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