SPECIAL EVENTS
November 21 | 6 to 8 pm | Home of Cindy Gangstad
Join us for a fun evening designed to build relationships, and share stories, among the single women at WHPC. We will be serving appetizers, soup and dessert. Cindy will teach us to play Bunco. When registering, please indicate if you would like to play Bunco. No need to bring anything unless you have a favorite beverage.
Sunday, November 24 | 12 pm
Join us to decorate the church for Advent.
Lunch will be provided. Many hands make for a quick set up!
Sign up on Realm or contact Emily Craven with questions.
December 5 | 11:30 a.m. | Dining Hall
Join us for the We are excited to offer a festive holiday tea with a variety of sandwiches and holiday treats.Britta Dukes will speak about the JOY of Advent and Christmas! Christmas carols led by Emily Craven and friends.
Rev. Dr. Britta Martin Dukes received her MDiv and DMin degrees from Austin Presbyterian Theological Seminary, and served at Shepherd of the Hills Presbyterian in Austin for 17 years. She is happily married to Glenn (who she happened to meet here at WHPC!) and they parent two young adults, both seniors graduating in May 2025 (Caleb with an MFA from Pace University in NYC and Atalie from Westlake High).
This is a fun, relaxed way to meet other women, so please join us and invite a friend.
June 15-20, 2025
Middle schoolers are invited to join us in the heart of San Antonio this summer, we will serve others by making homes safe, warm, and dry. Students will get the opportunity to gain new skills like working with power tools and tarring roofs (under adult supervision). This project is safe and done along side the empowering staff at Blueprint.
July 5-11 | Alaska
This summer, we’re thrilled to partner with Praying Pelicans Mission for an incredible journey to Alaska! Known for its breathtaking landscapes and welcoming communities, Alaska is a vast land with unique challenges. Home to around 730,000 people, half of whom live in cities like Anchorage, Fairbanks, and Juneau, many Alaskans reside in remote areas only accessible by planes, boats, and ATVs. Despite its natural beauty and vibrant summer tourism, Alaska faces deep struggles, including poverty, homelessness, mental health issues, and addiction. On this mission trip, you’ll team up with local churches, nonprofits, and Christian camps to make a positive impact.
STUDIES & READINGS
Sundays, December 1, 8, & 15 | Dining Hall
Join us for an engaging adult Sunday school series exploring the nativity story through the lens of fine art. Together, we will examine depictions of often-overlooked characters in the birth of Christ and consider the theological themes they highlight. Through the beauty and depth of these artistic works, we’ll deepen our understanding of the story beyond the familiar manger scene.
Began Wednesday, September 11 | 10 am | Parlor
WWBS is for women of all ages who desire to keep their faith steady as well as enjoy and support one another. This fall Dr. Sinclair Ferguson will be teaching 1 Peter where the apostle shares the value of our faith in Christ and how to live as Christians in a society opposed to Christian beliefs.
Contacts: Christy Engemoen (cengemoen@aol.com) or Mary Allaway (mballaway@aol.com).
Began Wednesday, Sept 18 | 10 am | Parlor
Join us for connection and study as we journey through the Psalms. No homework! Childcare provided with registration. For more information, contact Jessica Golm, jessica@golm.com
September 9 - November 18 | Mondays | 9:30 am | Room 200
Join Stacy Ikard, Kevin Ireland, and others as we cover some of the major themes of the books of Genesis and Exodus. This class is designed for serious Biblical scholars as well as beginners in Bible study. Come to discuss and learn of the abiding, important themes of these foundational books of Hebrew Scripture. You can attend in person or on Zoom. Register here for more info and for the zoom link.
September 8 - November 24 | Sundays | 9:45 am | Parlor
Join Al Krummenacher and Chris Knepp for this serious and fun exploration of what the Bible is, how it came to be and what we are supposed to do with it. Whether you are a serious Bible student or a beginner, come to discuss and learn more about the “rule of faith and life” that is our Bible.
November 3 - 24 | Sundays | 9:45 am | Ross Hall
Full House is a community of parents with children under the age of 18 supporting each other through the adventures of parenthood!
For more information, contact Sarah French at sbradbur@alum.trinity.edu or 210-882-6400.
Began September 18 | 6:30 pm | Room 202
Join Pastor Emily on Wednesday evenings for a six-week study of scripture and sexuality. We will look at a spectrum of interpretations together in this discussion-based class. The goal is to talk about the scriptures directly addressing sexuality and read them within the entire scope of the Word, Jesus Christ himself.
Tuesdays | 7:00 am I Church Parlor
October 29 - December 3 - How We Got The Bible
December 10 - 24 - On The Way to Bethlehem
For more info, contact Mike Ussery.
Sundays | 9:45 am | Room 202
Contemplative Christian practice quiets the mind to allow for the experience of God’s presence in that moment and (eventually) in every aspect of life. Our Contemplative Christianity class offers the opportunity for group study, discussion, and experience of this ancient-yet-modern Christian approach to knowing God. We share a group reading and discussion, often accompanied by a practice opportunity.
Janis Claflin facilitates the class and is happy to answer questions, 512-657-5498, jcforpeace@gmail.com.
Tuesdays | 8 am | Zoom
Join this small group of men who read through the Bible, explore the context in which it was written and discuss its meaning for our lives today. Contact Bill Allaway for a Zoom invite.
LIBRARY EVENTS
Nov 21 | 11:00 CST in-person/Noon Zoom
The Kitchen Front by Jennifer Ryan F
Join us at 11:00 CST for lunch and a discussion about four British women competing in a cooking contest during World War II. The winner will become the first female host of the BBC radio show “The Kitchen Front,.” The show guides listeners in creative ways to use food rations.. The winner will be presented a crucial chance to change her life.
December 12 | 6:30 PM CST in-person
Dinner with Ruth: A Memoir on the Power of Friendships by Nina Tottenberg NF
Celebrated NPR correspondent Nina Totenberg delivers an extraordinary memoir of her personal successes, struggles, and life-affirming relationships, including her beautiful friendship of nearly fifty years with Supreme Court Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg.
Dec 19 | 11:00am CST in-person only
Bright Lights, Big Christmas by Mary Kay Andrews F
Join us at 11:00 am CST for lunch and a discussion of this charming and witty story, set in New York City during the Christmas season. Enjoyable tropes include slow-burn sweet romance, multigenerational friendship, community spirit, sunshine sister + grumpy brother, helping others, and found family.