October Events at CHPC
Oct 1, 2025
Heather Lethander
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October Welcome to my favorite month! I love the cooler days and nights - getting to sleep with the windows open, and hearing the crunch of fallen leaves under my feet while I walk. It always seems like the sky is such a beautiful blue and you can enjoy it without all the typical humidity of our summers. I'm excited to get back into long pants and sweaters and drink hot chocolate, and don't get me started on apple cider donuts! I don't even really like donuts, but somehow I can never pass up the chance for an apple cider donut dusted in cinnamon sugar. Take a minute to review the different events taking place at CHPC and around the community this month! We have lots of opportunities for you to get involved, or to bring a friend who wants to check us out! |
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IHN/ Found House Housing Week - Sept 28 - Oct 4 CHPC will be hosting families experiencing homelessness beginning Sunday September 28. Supplies for CHPC hosting are needed. See the bulletin board in the atrium for details, or sign up for a job at the link below: |
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Grief Gathering - Weds. Oct 1 (11:30am-1pm) This is a small group setting to help people process and share their grief from the loss of a friend or loved one. A light lunch is provided. All are welcome. |
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The Marriage School @ CHPC - Wednesdays (6:30-8:30pm) This Fall, CHPC is partnering with The Marriage School to offer the program right here at CHPC. The Marriage School is a caring community that supports each husband and wife in their marriage covenant through life-changing programs made affordable for anyone. The Marriage School offers skills-based classes full of real people overcoming real problems with real solutions. Classes are held weekly over a 14-week semester, covering topics from respect to understanding expectations, personality differences to conflict resolution. During their 6-month challenge, couples begin to see a real difference in their marriage. Even though it is called The Marriage School, the course is designed to support anyone looking to increase their skills in a significant relationship. |
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Time Workshop - Thursday, Oct. 2 (7-8pm) Want to gain practical guidance about time and money? You have four different opportunities with a variety of leaders on different days. Take advantage of all of them or just a couple. Each of the presenters have unique experiences and expertise in these areas. Let’s learn together how to cherish the time and money God has entrusted to our care. Thurs. Oct 2 7-8pm - Time Workshop (parlor) Nikki McKenna – As Director of Family Ministries, homeschooling two children, and finishing up doctoral work, Nikki has learned a few things about managing time.
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Global Outreach Lunch & Speaker - Sunday, Oct 5th (12-2pm) The Global Outreach Team will be having a lunch at the Stare's home on Sunday, Oct. 5th 12-2pm. The speaker for the event will be Ben, a speaker at the 2022 ECO National Gathering who works in ministry to the Afghan diaspora. Please RSVP to missions@chpc.org |
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Partnership Class - Sunday, Oct 5th (12-2:30pm) Join us for our Partnership class on Oct 5 from 12 - 2:30 pm (lunch provided). The Partnership class offers a snapshot of who we are at CHPC. You will leave with clarity on what we believe, our vision and direction for the church, resources, and opportunities for your growth, as well as a chance to partner with us. Coming to the class is NOT a commitment to partner but an opportunity to see if that’s the right decision for you. |
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Connections Club (Grades K-6) - Every 1st Sunday of the Month | 12:00-2:00 PM
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Budgeting Basics Workshop - Monday, Oct 6, 2025 (7-8pm) Want to gain practical guidance about time and money? You have four different opportunities with a variety of leaders on different days. Take advantage of all of them or just a couple. Each of the presenters have unique experiences and expertise in these areas. Let’s learn together how to cherish the time and money God has entrusted to our care. Monday Oct 6 Budgeting Basics (parlor) Bre Carrier, Director ABC Financials Bre and her husband navigated the journey from living paycheck to paycheck to now living from a budget and the freedom it brings. She has taught thousands how to do the same over the last decade. |
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Forever Young Lunch & Program - Wednesday, Oct 8 (12-2pm) Meet Jacob G. Samad - a partner at Robbins, Kelly, Patterson & Tucker in Cincinnati who’s passionate about helping people secure their legacies and plan for the future. Whether he’s guiding a family through their first estate plan or working with business owners on succession strategies, Jacob brings a clear, caring approach to every conversation. With both a J.D. and M.B.A. from the University of Pittsburgh, Jacob has a knack for making complex estate, business, and asset protection topics feel straightforward and approachable. His dedication extends beyond the office, as he’s a committed volunteer serving organizations like the College Hill Community Urban Redevelopment Corporation and New City Presbyterian Church. Attendees can expect real-world insights, practical advice, and a genuine commitment to helping people feel confident about their plans. If you’re ready to make sense of estate planning and walk away empowered, Jacob is excited to share his expertise and friendly guidance with you. |
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3Cs Popcorn Sale - October 13 - October 17th 3Cs will be selling popcorn to raise money for tuition scholarships. Double Good donates 50% of the proceeds to 3Cs. If you are interested in purchasing, see any 3Cs parent, or Shannon Caton to order your delicious popcorn. |
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Wednesday Oct 15 -8pm - Spending plans, credit, debt, and more (parlor) Want to gain practical guidance about time and money? You have four different opportunities with a variety of leaders on different days. Take advantage of all of them or just a couple. Each of the presenters have unique experiences and expertise in these areas. Let’s learn together how to cherish the time and money God has entrusted to our care. Bart Sauer, elder at CHPC, has trained hundreds about healthy Christian financial practices concerning spending habits, saving strategies, borrowing wisdom, and planning for the future. |
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Outside Prayer & Coffee - Saturday, October 18 (10am-12pm) Join us for Outside Prayer & Coffee as we gather together as a church to pray with and for our College Hill Community. We will hold prayer in the parking lot, so bring a lawn chair and come enjoy coffee, fellowship, and prayer. |
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Sneaker Ball: A Family Affair - Saturday, Oct. 18th (5-8:30pm) You and your family are invited to attend this fundraiser for the CHPC Jesus University Scholarship Fund. The Sneaker Ball: A Family Affair, will feature a red-carpet arrival, photos, line dancing, Father-Daughter dances and a lively DJ. Refreshments will be served. Jesus University is a ballet and mentor program for girls aged 6-18 that was started (in partnership with City Gospel Mission) at CHPC in 2015 with 14 girls, and has now grown to serve 43 girls in two separate ballet classes. Our dancers are mostly from College Hill, and the majority of our girls could not otherwise afford private dance lessons. Our goal is to make ballet accessible and affordable for the families we serve. Through instruction and mentoring, we help girls build character, self-esteem, discipline, and a love of dance. We also strive to connect our families to Jesus and to CHPC. When you sponsor a Jesus University dancer, you’re giving a young girl a chance to grow into who God made her to be. Tickets are available - $10 each |
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Tribe 12 (Grades 7-12) - Every 3rd Sunday of the Month | 12:00-2:00 PM
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Harvest Hootenanny - Friday, Oct 24th (6-8pm) We will have free Kona Ice (tickets required), carnival games, live music, a Photo Booth, a costume parade, and candy for children. It will be a FREE evening of fun to bring your family, friends, and their families to a celebration! October 24th at 6:00 pm At Patrick's Park (5943 Hamilton Ave)
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IHN/ Found House Housing Week - Oct 26 - Nov 1st CHPC will be hosting families experiencing homelessness beginning Sunday September 28. Supplies for CHPC hosting are needed. See the bulletin board in the atrium for details, or sign up for a job at the link below: |
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Combined Worship Service - Sunday, October 26th (10:30-11:30am) This is our 5th Sunday Funday for 2025. Each Funday is designed to be a single worship service combined with a whole church event and meal. This month is Combined Worship - Congregational Meeting - Lunch |
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Family Meeting & Potluck Lunch - Sunday, October 26th (11:30 - 1pm) Each year, CHPC has a short Congregational Meeting to have a time of celebration of the prior year, discussion of budget and election of officers. This is followed by a potluck lunch - church provides the main dish and members bring a dessert, salad or side to share. |
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Time Workshop 2 - Tuesday, Oct 28th (7-8pm) Fireside Room Want to gain practical guidance about time and money? You have four different opportunities with a variety of leaders on different days. Take advantage of all of them or just a couple. Each of the presenters have unique experiences and expertise in these areas. Let’s learn together how to cherish the time and money God has entrusted to our care. Phil Renkert, a young adult at CHPC, is passionate about helping others align their use of God’s gift of time with their collective and personal callings. He is eager to share insights, practices, and tools from experts on this topic, as well as his personal experiences with time stewardship challenges, in a brief workshop. |
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Silent No More: A Mental Health Discussion - Saturday, Nov 1st (12-3pm) How does your community address mental health? Do you know how to access mental health resources in your community? Do you know someone wrestling with mental health related challenges? Join us for lunch and a multicultural discussion about mental health. There will be a public showing of: HUSH | A Documentary on black mental health. What We Don’t Say Is What Hurts The Most, Produced and directed by Antwon Lindsey, "HUSH: Help Us Say Help" is a 76-minute documentary about the origins of generational trauma and access to mental health resources within Black communities. This film aims to educate, entertain, and empower Black families to transform generational and individual trauma by seeking professional support.—A38 Films Following the movie there will be round table discussions facilitated by area mental health professionals. We look forward to seeing you! |