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Covenant Presbyterian Church
2070 Ridgecliff Rd.
(corner of Redding)
Upper Arlington, OH
614-451-6677
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8:30 & 11am
Traditional Worship Services
-Children dismissed to
A Joyful Noise & Wiggle Worship.
10am
Gathering,
Fellowship Hall,
Alternative Worship
(family friendly, interactive)
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Spiritual Verge (grades 6-8)
LL006,
Tom Billman
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Treasure Finders,
age 3 - 5th grade
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Nursery, Birth - 3 years
4-5:30pm
Verge (grades 5-8)
5:30-7:30pm
Youth (grades 8-12)
6:30pm
Bible Study, 120
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Pastors on call for pastoral care week of Dec. 12:
Sat., Sun. -
Tracy 614-946-2982
Mon., Tues., Fri., -
Katie 614-625-1335
Wed., Thurs. -
Jim 614-886-3681
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PASTORAL LEADERSHIP &
PROGRAM STAFF
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Parish Associate
Director of Children's Ministry
Director Covenant Children's Center
Assistant for Children's Ministry
Organist/Pianist
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YOUR 2016 DEACONS
If you know a member with a need, or for more information contact Terry Kennedy Mancini, 614-530-1732 tmancini@columbus.rr.com
Participate in occasional and one-time services to our members:
1. Pray for someone for a short time.
2. Prepare all or a part of meal.
3. Provide a ride to
church or an appt.
4. Help serve breakfast at Ronald Mc Donald House
5. Participate in the Mid-Ohio Food Bank
All Deacons are "contact points" for any member of the congregation in addition to their team assignments listed below. Members requiring any type of support should contact any Deacon. Check your Covenant Directory or call the office, 451-6677, for contact information.
Moderator: Sharon Steingass
Vice-Moderator:
Jill Cameron
Treasurer: Rusty Miller
Recording Secretary:
Bob Lowery
Communion Coordinator:Tim Scott
Communications Lead: Terry Kennedy-Mancini,
Co-Lead Connie Kennedy
Staff Liaison: Rev. Jim Mehler
1. Communication
Lead/Coordinator: Terry Kennedy-Mancini;Co-Lead: Connie Kennedy
Milissa Campbell, Bobbie Gier, Sharon Steingass, Scott Mizer, Steve Zilles, Chris Primm, Barry Fonarow, Jan Fonarow
-Congregation Contact (visits/calls) -
homebound, limited mobility,
-Special needs
-Cards (birthday, get well, etc.) & church information -- Heidi Hallas, Terry Kennedy-Mancini
-Meals to members in need - Jill Cameron
-Prayer Chain - Chris Primm
-C.A.R.E.S. rides -- Bonnie Beth Mitchell
-Flowers - Heidi Hallas
-Care Notes - Rusty Miller
-Bereavement service -- Terry Kennedy-Mancini
2. Outreach
-Ronald McDonald House:
Milissa Campbell
-Mid-Ohio Food
Bank: Milissa Campbell
-Adopt-a-Family: Bobbie Geir, Rusty Miller
-Compass: Rusty Miller
-Crop Walk: Rusty Miller
-Bloodmobile: Mona Connolly
3. Service
-Communion Prep (Coordinator):
Tim Scott
-Sunday A.M. Events (e.g. Deacon Ministry -Promotion: Danny Franz
-Older Adults: Connie Kennedy
-Youth: Ali Koeneman
4. Liaisons
Church Officer Nominating Committee: Pete LuPiba
Nurture & Outreach: Andrew Patterson
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This Sunday, Dec. 11
3rd Sunday of Advent
What steals your joy? The muttered comment by a family member or coworker, the texting driver in the next car, the politics of the "other" party? What is it that can wipe the smile off your face in an instant and turn your heart into a snarling wrath ball? Even in serious situations when our very best selves are needed, we sometimes get derailed by unwelcome feelings. We all of us have buttons that get pushed, and while your buttons and mine might be different, the result is the same.
If we are going to live with open hearts, how can we keep those sneaky thieves from stealing our joy?
There is an answer that is surprisingly simple. We can't stop the thieves from getting in, but we can prevent them from scurrying off with all the joy. Come to Gathering
on Sunday
as we talk about how Jesus' words translate into some strength and joy in an anxious and fretful world.
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Sun., Dec. 11
Spiritual Verge (grades 6-8), Sundays, 10am, LL006
- The Christmas Story & Matthew
Verge (grades 5-8) &
Youth (grades 8-12)
1:45pm, Grace Polaris Ch
Attend the production of Living Christmas Trees, a seasonal favorite sure to get everyone in the holiday spirit! Contact Tom Billman about tickets.
Sun., Dec. 18
- Verge (grades 5-8), 12-1:30pm - Help organize the Christmas Eve rehearsal. We'll get costumes and candles situated, run through the Christmas Eve service organize who ushers. Lunch provided. No Verge Christmas or New Year's Day.
- YG (grades 8-12),
5:30-7:30pm
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Holiday Cheer
Help the less fortunate this season. A rep will answer questions after services:
COMPASS Christmas Store...
benefits: Children of employed families in COMPASS Hand Up program. Parents pay a portion of the purchase price.
In a nutshell: Unwrapped toys with price tags attached for kids ages 11-16 may be placed in marked boxes in the hall by Dec. 11.
Please make checks payable to
Covenant and put in the church offering clearly marked "COMPASS Christmas Store." Church volunteers will bake cookies, advise on gifts, act as cashiers and wrap the gifts at Broad Street Presby. on Tues., Dec. 13, 12-8 pm.
ADOPT-A-FAMILY...
benefits
: Up to 8 needy families vetted by COMPASS, a charity organization battling homelessness.
In a nutshell:
Covenant members, organizations can adopt a family. A short personalized list of needs, sizes and preferred toys/games will be provided for every family member. Gifts are purchased, wrapped and then delivered to the family in a meeting at Broad Street Presby. Deadline is Tues., Dec. 13.
Mid-Ohio Workers Angel Tree...
benefits
: Children of Mid-Ohio Workers Association.
In a nutshell:
"Ornaments" on the tree in the Covenant hall provide gender and age of children. Unwrapped gifts should be left beneath the tree, which last year provided two gifts each to 120 children. Gifts are distributed at a holiday dinner Dec. 17. Volunteers also needed to sort gifts on Dec. 15.
West High School Christmas Store...
benefits
: Needy West HS students.
In a nutshell: Unwrapped gifts provided for the families of high school-aged kids, who then purchase them at a discounted price. Students earn credits through academic and other achievements to buy the gifts at a discount. Deadline is Dec. 12.
Contact
: Lora Eckard,
loraleckard@aol.com
Life Care Alliance/Meals on Wheels...benefits: Families who get meals on wheels on Christmas Day. Place small gifts of pocket calendars, puzzles, lotions, mugs, etc. in the marked bin. Contact: Peggy Hicks,
peggyhicks67@gmail.com
Slavery-Free Holiday Shopping Guide
Central Ohio Rescue & Restore Coaltion
Seasons Greetings:
PW Christmas Coffee
Wed., Dec. 7, 9.30am, Lounge
Bring your favorite Christmas mug for wassail. Breakfast goodies provided. Hear Hannah Estabrook, assistant to Judge Paul Herbert, speak about CATCH Court and how it changes lives. Make reservations with your circle leader or call the church office by Dec. 5. Items will be collected for Life Care Alliance/Meals on Wheels. Small gifts of pocket calendars, note pads, puzzles, lotion, etc. will be given to those who will get meals on wheels in their homes Christmas Day.
Covenant Night at the Zoo
Wed., Dec. 7, 5:30-7:30pm, Columbus Zoo
Meet us at the zoo where Covenant staff will pass out treats at these locations. Tell your friends:
5:30-6pm: Santa's helpers & the reindeer
6-6:30pm: Inside the doors to Asia
6:30-7pm: It's a penguin party
7-7:30pm: Join us for a ride on the carrousel
Christmas Caroling, Sun., Dec. 18, 4pm
Everyone is invited to join in Christmas caroling in Covenant's neighborhood. We will gather in Fellowship Hall for a brief practice session led by members of the Chancel Choir before departing to spread Christmas cheer to our neighbors. Carolers will return to Fellowship Hall for pizza at 5:30pm.
Longest Night -
Wed., Dec. 21, 7pm
Service of peace for those with heavy hearts
Christmas Eve, Sat., Dec. 24
- 5pm Children Lead 5pm Christmas Eve Service...and while they practice for weeks ahead, it's never too late to be a part of this adventure. If your child would like to be a part of this service, we'd love to have him/her. Let Erin know. Dress rehearsal Sun., Dec. 18 after the 11am service. Join us for lunch, passing out costumes and a run-through of the service.
- 8pm Candle Light Service
Sun., Dec. 25 - 10am One Service
PRIMETIMERS Christmas Party & Gift Exchange
NOTE DATE: TUES., DEC. 27, 12pm, Lounge
Bring finger food to share and a wrapped gift for each person making a reservation. Call Dorothy Grossman, 614-488-2820.
Sat., Dec. 31 - 5-7pm come and go as you wish.
Meditative reflection and communion.
Sun., Jan. 1 - 10am One Service
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The Youth Director Search Committee...
is at work! Using information provided by the Youth Ministry Renovation Team, we created an ambitious but realistic timeline to find and hire a Youth Director (part-time but long-term) for Covenant's kids in grades 5-12. If you know of someone who would be an amazing leader for our youth and all-around wonderful addition to Covenant, please provide their contact information to a member of the committee:
Tracy Keenan,
Linda Billman,
Carol Craven,
Mike Davis,
Cary Hanosek,
Rusty Miller,
Dave Speas, and
Tori Vazquez.
Your prayers for this important work are appreciated.
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Events, Meetings and Opportunities
We have quilts! The very generous gift of antique heirloom, appraised quilts from Jane and Paul Morton has given our congregation and friends the opportunity to purchase one-of-a-kind quilts. What a great time of year to make a donation to CPW with all funds to be given to the mission work we support. If interested in seeing the quilts and learning more, call Gail Griffin, 614-457-2346.
Jan. 5 (Every 1st Thursday), 11:15, meet at church
Also, we're making toiletry kits for women released from jail who have very little support. Five to eight bags are needed each month at $15 each. You may donate to help the cause or contact Katie Kinnison. Checks should be made out to
Covenant with
Human Trafficking in the memo line.
PW Christmas Coffee
Wed., Dec. 7, 9.30am, Lounge
There's still time to join other women of the church for Wassail. Bring your favorite Christmas mug for wassail. Breakfast snacks provided. Hear Hannah Estabrook, assistant to Judge Paul Herbert, speak about CATCH Court and how it changes lives. Make reservations with your circle leader or by calling the church. Small gift items of pocket calendars, note pads, puzzles, stamps, etc., will be received for those who get meals on wheels in their homes on Christmas Day.
Reservation deadline Dec 5.
Young Adults
Wed., Dec. 14 (2nd Wed./month), 7pm, El Vaquero, Riverside Dr.
If you're interested in joining Young Adults events and outings, contact Tim Augsback, 859-322-2398,
augsbacktj@gmail.com.
Men's Breakfast
Sat., Dec. 10, 8am
Meet in the church parking lot to drive to Der Dutchman. Everyone Welcome! Bring your wife.
FLAUTANGO
Sun., Dec. 11, 3pm, Sanctuary
Presented by The Ohio Hispánica Fine Arts Association. Rodolfo Vazquez, flute, Sean Ferguson, guitar, Connie Andrade, vocals. Contact: Rudy, 614-352-3560,
mexicanflutist@hotmail.com. Free. Donations accepted.
Rumi Celebration
Sat., Dec. 17, 7:30pm, Here at Covenant
The Columbus Sufi Circle invites all to the celebration of the death day of the mystic poet Rumi. There will be music, singing, dancing, poetry, and desserts. You may bring a Rumi poem to share and a dessert if you'd like. Come dressed for dancing.
Spiritual Cinema
Mon., Dec. 19 (3rd Mon./month) 6:30-9pm, Lounge
The Peanuts Movie. Charlie Brown, the world's most beloved underdog, embarks upon an epic and heroic quest, while his best pal, the lovable beagle Snoopy, takes to the skies to pursue his arch-nemesis, the Red Baron. Contact Beth Askue, 614-284-1767, or Susan Imel, 614-262-7444.
American Red Cross Blood Drive
Mon., Jan., 9, 1-6pm, Fellowship Hall
Donations save lives! In the season of giving, consider giving the gift of life to someone you will likely never meet. Sign up in the hallway between services or call Mona Connolly, 614-886-4413. Volunteers are needed to staff the drive; Sign up in the hall, e-mail or call.
Peace School - Children 3 years old -5th grade
Mon. Jan 16, 10am-12pm, Fellowship Hall
Martin Luther King Jr. day is a perfect time to dream of peace. Join us for stories, games, crafts that celebrate and seek God's peace for the world. Youth and adults can help.
Tuesday Night Spiritual Formation -
The Mystics: Sufi Poets
Tuesdays, Jan. 17, 24 and 31, 7pm, Lounge
Discover more mystical poetry with this Interfaith gathering. Contact
Katie Kinnison to get the poetry ahead of time -- or just show up and enjoy!
Variety Show 2017
Sat., Feb. 11, 7pm
Back to the Future: Covenant Style
Start working on special songs, performances, etc. to do with "time," that make reference to time, or songs from another time. Email Cherie Brooks,
cheriebrooks@covenantpcusa.org, with acts you would like to perform.
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ONGOING EVENTS & PROGRAMS:
Tuesdays, 8:15am, Lounge
Mission Sewing (NOTE: No Mission Sewing Dec. 13 or 20)
1pm, Tuesdays, room 121
Contact: Diana Sanders, jrssand@aol.com
Campanile Handbell Choir - Rehearses Tuesdays, 6:15-7:30pm.
In these conversations we seek the intersections between scripture and our lives. How do we understand the Holy One? What is our purpose in being? How do we relate to God, to others, to ourselves? These stories can help us.
No 7pm bible study on Dec. 7 or 21.
Young Adults
2nd Wed./month, 7pm, El Vacquero, Riverside Dr.
If you're interested in joining Young Adults events and outings, contact Tim Augsback, 859-322-2398, augsbacktj@gmail.com .
Chancel Choir - Rehearses Thursdays, 7pm
Sing with us! All voices are welcome.
Every 1st Thursday, 11:15, meet at church
Women's Theology
1st & 3rd Fridays, room 120
Spong's Biblical Literalism: A Gentile Heresy. Everyone welcome! Amazon has kindle and hard back versions (about $19).
Prayer Shawl Circle
2nd & 4th Fridays, 9:30am, Lounge
Prayer Shawl Circle invites knitters/crocheters to knit at your leisure.Yarn and patterns provided. Shawls provide comfort for those with illness, and celebrate marriages and births. Louise Davidson, 614-792-1289.
Deacons at Ronald McDonald House
2nd Sat. of Each Month, 7:15am
Ronald McDonald House, 711 Livingston Ave.
Men's Spirituality
Every Other Sunday, 9:30am, Rm. 120
Richard Rohr's book
Wild Man to Wise Man.
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Financial Opportunities:
(T., W., Th., 8:30am-4pm)
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Automatic Debit From Your Bank Account is Now Available!
To make it more convenient for you, we are offering automatic debit as a means of paying your contribution to Covenant. This involves automatic transfers from your checking account to the church. All we need is your bank checking account number, routing transit number and the dollar amount to be debited. You will have the option to have your contribution debited from your account weekly or monthly. If you are ready to get started on this option, please complete the Automatic Debit Authorization form available on our website on the Applications, Registration Forms, Information Sheets page or in the church office. Return your completed form to Ingrid Brooker.
- 2016 Per Capita is $32 Per Member. Each member of Covenant is also a member of the larger church, the Presbyterian Church USA. It is part of our responsibility to support the work of the administrative bodies of the national church - the General Assembly, the Synod, and the Presbytery - by making a per capita payment each January. This year, that is $32 per member, for a total payment due of $20,384. Please pay your share so that this money doesn't need to come from this year's budget. Your contribution will free up funds for other vital church programs that meet the spiritual needs of our congregation. Per Capita envelopes are available at the Welcome Table. - Your Stewardship & Budget Commission.
- Estate Planning. Consider naming Covenant as a beneficiary of your IRA and/or life insurance policy. Naming Covenant as a beneficiary provides you tax savings, along with the ability to make a meaningful gift without the outlay of cash. Life insurance policies may be an existing or new policy and be partially or fully paid. For both options, the proposed gift can be accomplished by naming Covenant as a complete (or partial) beneficiary. Contact your plan administrator to obtain the correct forms and your tax advisor for information specific to your individual situation.
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