Pathways - Winter 2025

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PATHWAYS WINTER

2026

FOLLOWING JESUS ONE STEP AT A TIME...

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SEEK & EXPERIENCE

COMMUNITY Hi, Friends!

I want to offer a warm Season’s Greeting to you as we savor this Advent season, enjoying each other, reflecting on the past year and, of course, anticipating our celebration of God’s Love in Jesus. As we approach the winter season, my prayer for each of us is that God will inspire desires to learn and grow in our walk with Jesus.

Grab a warm beverage, kick up your feet for a moment, and enjoy perusing all the opportunities coming up this winter!

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Pastor Mike

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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.

Kathy Goertz | kgoertz@uppc.org

TOGETHER AT THE TABLE Join us for an All-Church Family Potluck on the first Sunday of each month! Share a meal and enjoy fellowship, directly after the 11 am service. Be sure to bring enough to share! Come enjoy food, connection and time together at the table.

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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.

Jill McMullen | jmcmullen@uppc.org

DATE NIGHT Save the Date | February 7th Enjoy an evening with your partner and other couples at UPPC. MORE INFORMATION AND REGISTRATION COMING SOON 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.

SUNDAY MORNINGS 9:30AM

11:00AM

ONLINE

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.

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!

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LET’S CONNECT CROSSROADS

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Crossroads is for young adults 18+ looking for community at UPPC. Follow us on Instagram or text to join the WhatsApp community for the latest meet-up info.

Lexi Barnett | lbarnett@uppc.org | 253.720.6996

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!

UPPC Women’s Ministry

Katie Baker | Krhbaker@gmail.com

THE DEN

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

Join with other guys to tackle some of life’s challenges together. The Den is men helping men to be better, Godly men through a Gospel-centered vision of life.

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 | Online Wednesdays | 9-10AM Bob Mohr | 253.820.6569 bobmohr1942@gmail.com PAGE 4

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

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ALPHA

THE STORY OF GOD

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 this fall. Starts January 11th.

Do you ever open a Bible and think, "I don't get it!" Or maybe you don't open it at all because it just doesn't seem interesting.

You're not alone! Join us and learn to see the unified story of God which leads to Jesus. Starts January 11th.

HOPE INSPIRED

MEMBERSHIP AT UPPC

Save the date for this Women’s Worship Night and dinner designed to refresh our spirit and strengthen our faith. Come find meaningful fellowship, uplifting worship and a space to grow together in hope and community.

Coming February 28th!!!

Have you considered the next step toward membership?

Come and discover how you fit into this community of believers and Christ-followers at our Essentials membership class offered a few times each year. Next session March 8th!

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Faith and Literature 1st Wednesdays 7-9PM Marion Tilley | davemannie@comcast.net

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Friendship ESL Wednesdays 9-10:15AM | Zoom Marion Tilley | davemannie@comcast.net

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Growing in every way more and more like Christ Ephesians 4:15 Alpha January 11 - March 29 BEGIN (or begin again) with the basics of Christianity The Story of God January 11 - March 22 See the BIBLE as the ongoing story of God and God's people Credo Coming this spring!

Christian BELIEFS through contemplation and conversation Practicing The Way Coming this spring!

Learn the habits and BEHAVIORS of Christian community Flourishing Coming this fall!

Discover ways to BLESS your community in Jesus' name

Essentials Coming March 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 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 for infants six months and up during both services.

UPPC Kids | Sunday School Children in grades 1-4 start in the Sanctuary with their parents and are released to go to Sunday School before the sermon in each service. In “The Lodge” they’ll learn stories from the Bible and engage in other fun activities.

It’s our goal to make learning about Jesus an exciting and interactive experience. Our elementary curriculum includes a family devotional to help parents reinforce Sunday School teachings as they continue to build faith at home.

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 CORNERSTONE 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.

Robin Fawcett | rfawcett@uppc.org THE ROCK 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

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

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

EASTER JAM MARCH 25

DAY CAMP JULY 13-17

Easter Jam is a fun night for families with kids grades 1-4 with games, a craft and teaching time!

Kids will plunge into a lifelong adventure of discovering the nature of God.

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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!

Julie Mangrum | jsmangrum@uppc.org

MOM & DAD’S DAY OUT MDDO cares for your children in a safe environment and provides active play, music, stories and snacks!

Registration required.

Laura Richardson | lrichardson@uppc.org

SCREENAGERS Elementary School Edition January 31 | 5 -7PM We invite parents and their children grades K-5 to experience this documentary together in the Sanctuary and stay for dinner and a time for discussion in the Gym. This documentary addresses issues elementary school-aged kids, parents and educators are facing like smartwatches in class, unhooking from and monitoring video gaming, social media pressures, exposure too young and what research shows is a healthy amount of screen time. Through insights from authors, psychologists and brain scientists, Screenagers reveals how tech time impacts kids’ development and offers solutions for empowering kids to navigate the digital world and find balance.

More information at UPPC.org/events!

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PRAYER

Prayer at UPPC There are multiple opportunities to pray for others at UPPC. 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 February 12 - March 26 Divorce happens for a variety of reasons, and when it does, Divorce Recovery will help answer some of the most difficult questions. Winter 2026 registration open now.

GRIEFSHARE

March 8 - June 14 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.

Registration open now!

SOULFUL STITCHERS Soulful Stitchers 1st & 3rd Tuesdays | 10AM2:30PM Wendy Warren | wendysews@hotmail.com

WOMEN’S CANCER SUPPORT 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.

MEN’S PROSTATE CANCER SUPPORT 4th Tuesdays | 6:30-8PM | Zoom To learn more about this group, contact Bob Freeborn, raf0444@comcast.net.

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OPPORTUNITIES TO SERVE HABITAT FOR HUMANITY Coming this Spring!

Join fellow UPPCers for a day of work and fun! Volunteers will have the opportunity to complete various tasks on the job site from painting to landscaping and more!

CHERISH MINISTRY UPPC with Hope International Ministry Trust helps to educate, equip, and empower children in Meru, Kenya through child sponsorships, caregiver visits and community support.

INTERGENERATIONAL TRIP TO KENYA Late Summer 2026 Experience life in Meru, Kenya as you visit with students and families connected to UPPC's Cherish Ministry.

FOOD BANK SERVE DAY Register to sort, pack and distribute food to families at F.U.N.’s food bank on scheduled Saturdays and experience firsthand how providing food and resources in a safe, welcoming environment fosters community well-being and self-sustainability.

Sign up to serve as a family or as an individual. Ages 7+ are welcome.

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WINTER PICKS

by Jessica Reid

Looking for uplifting content to inspire and encourage you? Here are two powerful series available now on RightNow Media—one for adults and one for youth—that we think you’ll enjoy.

Emmanuel For the Advent season, this is what we celebrate, what we meditate on and why we worship the Lord. In the midst of the busy season of Christmas — we want to invite you to have an encounter with Jesus. Through this four-week study, we pray that you will have an encounter with Jesus and experience the beautiful, life-changing meaning of Emmanuel—God with us.

Ada and Leo’s Inspired Christmas Adventures In this joy-filled Christmas volume, friends help each other navigate real-life problems and adventures using biblical values.

Will Ruby get any presents for Christmas this year? Will Clara learn to forgive herself for her mistakes? In this special holiday volume, Ada, Leo and all the rest learn about patience, repentance, and so much more. Each episode addresses biblical concepts with creative, lighthearted wit that will leave kids wanting to watch them again and again.

Watch together from anywhere!

Did you know RightNow Media lets you watch with others, even if you’re not in the same room? You can stream a series together in real time and interact for discussion—all from the comfort of your own space. It’s a great way to grow in faith while staying connected.

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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JOIN US! SUNDAYTHURSDAY 8:30AM-1PM COME ENJOY NEW SEASONAL FLAVORS AND AND STAY AWHILE! INDOOR SOCCER Thursdays | 7:00-8:30 PM Adults and teens (accompanied by an adult) of any skill level, enjoy indoor soccer. Learn new skills and make new friends.

Register and drop in!

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JOIN MIKE MOFFITT & GUESTS FOR CONVERSATIONS THAT ARE IMPROVISED AND SOMETIMES UNUSUAL...

JUST LIKE JAZZ! A PODCAST ON LIFE, THE BIBLE AND FAITH

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UPPC LEADERSHIP Session Support Bill Chissoe Susan Clark Nominating Sven Nelson Graham O’Brien Worship Craig Carter Chuck King Discipleship Guy Berry Bo Helmich

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

Outreach Emily Bosh Patti Vig Welcome & Connect Marty Sanbeck Cynthia Crosby Family Ministries Jenn Boucher Matt Williams Human Resources Kathleen George Jim Maxwell Finance Krista Wallace John Wascher Facilities Sean Hensley Joe McInelly

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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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UPPC STAFF Worship & Music Kenton Lee | Interim Minister of Worship Loren Tucker | Director of Contemporary Worship Dan Konicek | Director of Media Lisa Todd | Director of Music & Arts Institute Welcome, Care & Discipleship Rev. Dr. Martha Greene | Parish Associate Jill McMullen | Minister of Care and Welcome & Connect Kathy Goertz | Welcoming Coordinator Lexi Barnett | Director of Discipleship Programming Family Ministries Laura Richardson | Director of Early Childhood Julie Mangrum | Director of Children Robin Fawcett | Director of Youth Operations Steve Crosby | Executive Director Lisa Priestley | Marketing & Communications Coordinator Emily Jacobsen | Office & Scheduling Coordinator Kaylee Fowler | Financial Administrator Julianne Bishop | Stewardship Coordinator Campus Care Taylor Conrad | Campus Care & Wayside Café Manager Mawiir Deng | Custodian Chris Lange | Custodian

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