Worship Services:
Traditional: 8:30,
11am
Being Open Without
Losing Your Integrity
Tracy Keenan preaching
Gathering
Katie Kinnison preaching
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Pastors on call next week
S, S, M, W -
Tracy
614-946-2982
T, F - Katie Kinnison 614-625-1335
Thurs. - Jim 614-886-3681
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Pastoral Leadership
and Program Staff
Tracy Keenan, Pastor/Head-of-Staff
Katie Kinnison, Associate Pastor for
Spiritual Formation
Jim Mehler, Parish Associate
Cherie Brooks, Director of Music
Katie Wynkoop, Organist/Pianist
Caroline McGeoch, Director, Covenant Children's Center
Erin Wise, Director of Children's Ministry
Shea Watts, Director of Youth Ministry
Shane Spicer, Asstant for Children's
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Our Mission
Covenant Presbyterian Church is an open, accepting community awakening to God's life-giving love together.
Our Vision
Covenant Presbyterian Church glorifies God and builds relationships with Christ and each other through: worship that inspires, nurture that embraces, education that challenges, fellowship that energizes, ministry that responds.
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IN SYMPATHY
to the family of Phil Hall, who died August 13, 2017. A memorial service will be held at Covenant, Saturday, August 19 at 11:00am.
IN SYMPATHY
to Jan Ward whose mother, Eileen Rairdon died August 6, 2017 and to Bobbie Gier whose mother, Judy Gray died August 13, 2017
Dee Adair
Diana Rogers
Janet Gross
Kay Olson
Joey Rauckis
Seth Gerkin
Ruth Long
Mike Hamler
Kenneth G. Rogers Sr.
Jim LuPiba
Chip Geckeler
Jane and Rocky Cathcart
Louisa Armstrong
Betty Lou Epling
Holden Keefer
Sam McCamy
Elizabeth Remnant
Sheila
Jan Ulry
Sarah Eagleson
Margaret
Sarah Starr
Frank Fredricka
Rachel Timmons
Jenny Flynn
Jeff
John
Joanne Borror
Jessie
Nate
Fallon, Gavin, Maddox and Nora
Al Odenath
Allison
Betty
Neva
Linda Patterson
DeRoberts family
Shaw Family
Dan Rasche
Manette Friske
Mike Van Aman
Rick Cosgray
Betty Raup
Charlie Friske's sister
Rachel Timmons
Mary Doersam
Orlene Shimberg
Ellen Greegor
Kay Hantak
Don Rorapaugh
Madison Hanosek
Larry Limes
Heather
Jenny
Maureen
Jared
Paul Danielson
Homebound/Limited Mobility
Stan Eriksen
Peggy Dinger
Margaret Robertson
Judy Sechler
Harrison Gardner
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YOUR 2017 DEACONS
All Deacons are "contact points" in addition to their team assignments listed below. Members requiring any type of support should contact any Deacon.
Moderator:
Vice-Moderator:
Jill Cameron
Secretary:
Treasurer:
Communion Coordinator:
Staff Liaison:
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Your 2017 Elders
Commissions:
Mission & Social Concerns
Spiritual Development & Adult Learning
Special event ministry team, Sunday Forum, Sunday evening bible studies & more
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Stewardship & Budget
Raising, administering & conserving financial resources
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Ken Hickey
CHAIR,
Jeff Smith
Worship & Arts
Oversees music & arts programs including worship experiences, special services, chancel choir, bell choir, art displays, lay readers, ushers
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Youth & Young Adults
Guides students grades 6-12 in their faith
:
Cathy Koeneman
CHAIR,
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For information about the latest news pertaining to the Presbyterian USA denomination,click:
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Need a Ride? CARES Program
For a ride to church, doctor appointment, etc., c
all Bonnie Beth Mitchell, 614-205-3733.
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Dear Covenant family and friends,
Who doesn't love a kindred spirit? When we find someone who "gets" us, we feel deliciously in sync. Friendships, courtships, circles and associations are made of this.
And.. then there's church. Kindred spirits? Well, in some ways. Yes, we have that God thing in common. We are people who work hard to love well, and to recognize the Holy in our being and in the world. We are people who intentionally invite the Holy into our whole selves and find ourselves in the Holy.
Until someone brings up politics. Or clapping in church. What's "appropriate" musically or for wearing to church.
But when you think about it, church is actually the perfect place to practice the delicate navigation between being open and being centered. We don't want to be blown every which way, nor do we want to be so convinced of our own rightness that we miss needed truth.
See you
this Sunday for some exploration.
Remember, the annual congregational is being held after the
11:00 service.
Tracy
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This Sun., August 20
Annual Meeting of the Congregation, Sun., Aug. 20, 12pm
...to approve terms of call for Pastor/Head-of-staff Tracy Keenan and Associate Pastor for Spiritual Formation Katie Kinnison, and to present the annual report to the congregation. Reports are on the Welcome Table. Please review and bring to the meeting on the 20th. One copy per household.
Chancel Choir Pickup Sunday, 10:15am, Choir Room
Interested in singing with the choir? Try us out. We'll practice a simple song, then present it as a choir at the 11am service.
8:30a Worship in the Courtyard
Children: Wiggle Worship
9:30a Men's Spirituality, 120
10:00a Gathering, Fellowship Hall
Children: Treasure Finders
11:00a Worship in the Sanctuary
Children: Wiggle Worship
12:00p Annual Meeting, Sanctuary
6:30p NO Bible Study, 120
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Fri., Aug. 18
9:30a Women's Theology, 120
12:00p Primetimers, Lounge
Sat., Aug. 19
11:00a Phil Hall Memorial, Sanctuary
2:00p William Sheppard Memorial, Lounge
3:00p HM3 Hoge, food prep 3:00, serving
4:30pm, program 5pm
Mon., Aug. 21
6:30p Spiritual Cinema, Lounge
Tues., Aug. 22
8:15a Centering Prayer, Lounge
1:00p Mission Sewing, 121
1:30p Staff Meeting, Tracy's office
6:15p Handbell Rehearsal, Sanctuary
Wed., Aug. 23
11:30a CPC Bridge, Lounge
1:00p Bible Study, 120
7:00p Bible Study, Lounge
Thur., Aug. 24
7:00p Choir Rehearsal, Music Room
Fri., Aug. 25
9:30a Prayer Shawl Circle, Lounge
Sat., Aug. 26
*Presby Women Gathering (see below)
9:00a CATCH Mentor Training, Lounge
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Sun., Aug. 27, 12-2pm
Food and Fun: games, bouncy house,
Agent 99
live band, corn hole tournament, fire truck, antique cars. Yummy food: brats, hot dogs, watermelon, chips, iced tea, lemonade, sides, desserts. Covenant members: Adults $5, Children $3, Families $12. Neighbors: free.
Tickets will be available between services Aug. 27.
ALSO, click here for a form you can download if you wish to bring food or volunteer to help. There's also a form in Sunday bulletins.
Help make this the best block party EVER!
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UPCOMING Events, Opportunities & Programs
Children's Center Part-Time Positions. We're growing, and need help.
After School Teacher, K - 5th grade, 2:30-5:30 or 2:30-6pm, M - F plus monthly staff meetings. (15-19 hrs/wk). This is a great part-time job for someone who wants to make a difference in the lives of our neighborhood children and their families. Summers, weekends, and holidays off. For more details, contact
Caroline McGeoch
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Start putting aside goodies for the Annual Garage Sale, Sept. 29 & 30.
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Primetimers Potluck & Program, Fri., Aug. 18, 12pm, Lounge
Program:
9/11 & the Plane People by Shirley Brooks Jones. Bring your table service and a dish to share.
Women's Theology, 1st & 3rd Fridays, 9:30am, Rm. 120
"The Sins of Scripture: Exposing the Bible's Texts of Hate to Reveal the God of Love"
by John Shelby Spong.
HOGE HM3: Music! Message! Meal!
Sat., Aug. 19, 3rd Sat./month, food prep 3pm, serving 4:30pm, program 5pm
Become part of Covenant's mission and service through HM3 at Hoge Memorial Presbyterian Church, 2930 West Broad St. Join together as a group or with other individuals to prepare and serve dinner to the local neighbors on the Hilltop. Covenant is responsible for the meal on the third Saturday of each month, and beginning Sept. 23, we'll be leading the worship and music every week. You can attend (free meal and new friends) any time. A great way to get to know people whose experience may be very different from yours! Meaningful ministry as you encounter Jesus in unexpected ways. Sign up at the Mission Table or contact John Griffin,
johnmgriffin3685@gmail.com.
Spiritual Cinema, Mon., Aug. 21, 6:30, Lounge
The Kite Runner: Spanning from the final days of Afghanistan's monarchy to the atrocities of the Taliban reign, an epic tale of fathers and sons, of friendship and betrayal. As an adult haunted by childhood betrayal, Amir, the son of a wealthy Afghan businessman, seeks redemption by returning to his war-torn native land to make peace with himself and reconcile his cowardice. Contact Beth Askue, 614-284-1767, or Susan Imel, 614-262-7444.
Campanile Handbell Rehearsals Begin Tues., Aug. 22, 6:15-7:30pm, Sanctuary
CATCH Mentor Training, Sat., Aug. 26, 9am-12pm, Lounge
Due to a history of significant relationship-based trauma, human trafficking survivors have little understanding of what a healthy, supportive relationship looks like. By modeling a healthy relationship, mentors can begin to fill in this gap. Learn how you can help. More info at
https://tinyurl.com/yc7rd7p4.
Presbyterian Women Gathering, Sat., Aug. 26, Lancaster First Presby. Church
Registration 9:30am, program 10am, closing 1:30 pm
Leader will be Melissa Bane Sevier, author of the new
Horizons Bible Study, Cloud of Witnesses: The Community of Christ in Hebrews. Questions or more info, contact: Louise Davidson, 614-792-1289,
l.davidson@sbcglobal.net
Sun., Aug. 27, 3-6pm (2:30pm reg.),
Overbrook Presby. Church, 4131 N. High
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ONGOING EVENTS & PROGRAMS
Children's Center enrollment...
applications and info about Preschool, Kindergarten Enrichment, and the After School Care program are on the
church website
. Contact Caroline McGeoch, 614-451-6677 x23, or
childcenter@covenantpcusa.org
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Coffee Cans Needed for Peanut Brittle -
Please bring your empty 1 lb. coffee cans to the kitchen for making peanut brittle this fall.
Men's Spirituality - every other Sun., 9:30am, rm. 120. Check the Sunday bulletin.
Covenant Collections:
There are baskets on shelves in the coat racks marked for the collection of many items you can donate including pop tabs, glasses, etc.
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Financial Opportunities:
Earn shopping rewards for Covenant through Kroger & Amazon
Kroger Plus shopping rewards
allows you to earn rewards for Covenant every time you shop at Kroger. All you need to do is register your Kroger Plus card online at
krogercommunityrewards.com
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AmazonSmile is a simple and automatic way for you to support Covenant. Amazon will donate a portion of your purchase price to Covenant. On your first visit to AmazonSmile
smile.amazon.com
, you need to select a charitable organization, type in Covenant Presbyterian Church, Columbus, Ohio.
Automatic Debit From Your Bank Account is Now Available
Auto Debit from your bank account
-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. Please complete the Automatic Debit Authorization form located on our website or in the office.
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