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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:
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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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:
Deacon Ministry
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Sun., Jan. 29
The Heart of the Matter
Katie Kinnison preaching
So, for these few weeks we are spending some time pondering juicy and complex theological concepts; such things as evil and the pull of temptation, the nature of sin and its hold, the way "powers and principalities" exert their influences. No easy answers. Lots of questions. It's deep stuff.
But, of course, we are not out to earn theology degrees or to become philosophers.
What we really want is to know how to live.
This week,
we'll focus upon the heart. We'll use the latest neuro-science and ancient scripture, the words of Jesus and practices of prayer to consider how it is we tend to our own hearts.
How do we keep tender, strong and brave hearts in a world so full of pain?
A cardiologist might
ask how our hearts can be
cleansed of plaque so that our blood flows freely.
We will ask how our hearts might be cleansed of clenching fear and stultifying pain so that Love can flow and soar and bring life to us and to the world.
Now, how could you possibly miss that?
Yours in the One who connects all our hearts,
Katie
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Events, Meetings, News and Opportunities
Verge: Painting sets for Variety Show
Sun. Jan. 29, 4pm
Chopped: Round 2! for Verge
Sun., Feb. 5, 2-4:15pm
For those who were there last year, this was an amazing afternoon and we're excited for Round 2. However, there is a lot that goes into making this afternoon a success, so if you are planning to attend Chopped, please let us know by SIGNING UP HERE:
And if you're able to help, SIGN UP HERE:
Chili & Chocolate
Sat., Jan 28, 6pm, Fellowship Hall
Bring chili, cornbread, chocolate or anything (pizza?) to share. Children play, grown ups talk and we all enjoy life.
Wedding Coordinator needed: Someone who loves weddings, is organized and kind, and who can help couples make their way through the planning, rehearsal, and the big day itself. Paid position. Times vary, but we average about four a year on-site. Talk to
Tracy Keenan if you're interested.
11am Worship Services Streamed Live at YOUTUBE.COM. Search and bookmark
covenantpresbyterianoh. Previous worship services, music and special events are also available on the Youtube site.
Year End Statement of Giving: Many thanks to all of you for your financial contributions to Covenant! Year-end contribution statements for 2016 were mailed earlier this month. If you have not received yours, contact Ingrid in the Finance Office, 614-451-6677.
Church Directories for 2017 are available now on the Welcome Table.
Greeters needed for both services. Greet once a month. Contact Charlotte Sharpe, 614-486-1619,
rcsharpe2@icloud.com.
Tuesday Night Spiritual Formation -
The Mystics: The Poems of Hafiz
Tuesdays, Jan. 17, 24, 31, 7pm, Lounge
Discover more mystical poetry with this Interfaith gathering. Poems are on the Welcome Table and on the
website. Contact:
Katie Kinnison.
Seeds of Hope Garden Planning Meeting
Mon., Jan. 30, 1pm
It's time to choose the crops for this year and what we may want to change/do differently. Contact Bob Tannehill,
robert_tannehill@hotmail.com, if you'd like to attend.
- 8th Annual Ohio Human Trafficking Awareness Day &
1st Annual Ohio Youth Trafficking Prevention Summit
Thur., Feb. 2, 8:30am-4:30pm; Fri., Feb. 3, 9am-2:30pm, Statehouse
Hosted by State Representative Teresa Fedor, this event will focus on prevention and protection strategies.
Participation is free but tickets required. To register:
http://tinyurl.com/ha4fqye. For info,
Katie Kinnison
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- Every 1st Thursday, 11:15, meet at church
Serve lunch to women rebuilding their lives. Sign up on the Mission & Social Concerns board in the hall or contact
Katie Kinnison.
- We make toiletry kits for women released from jail with nothing. 5-8 bags needed each month. Cost is $15 a piece, and our middle school youth are assembling the bags and writing notes of encouragement. Checks should be made out to
Covenant, with
HT BAGS on the memo line.
Young Adults @ El Vaquero, Riverside
Feb. 8 (2nd Wed./month), 7pm
Contact Tim Augsback, 859-322-2398,
augsbacktj@gmail.com.
Open Shelter Lunch Prep
Fri., Feb. 10 (2nd Fri./month), 8:30, kitchen
Help assemble lunches for 175 people. Takes about an hour. Lunches are delivered to the Open Shelter for distribution. Come when you can. Mona Connolly, 614-886-4413; Carrie Mellen,
Parents' Night Out
Fri., Feb. 10, 6-8:30pm (2nd Fri. of each month)
Parents go out while their children eat, play, watch movies. Donations accepted. Questions: Erin Wise,
erinwise3@yahoo.com
. Register by Tues., Feb. 7:
http://tinyurl.com/covenantpno.
Men's Breakfast
Sat., Feb. 11 (2nd Sat./month), 8am, First Watch, Kingsdale
For info, call Alan Kennedy 614-451-9318.
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.
Parenting and Growing Together
Tues., Feb. 14, 21, 28, 6pm, Lounge or Rm. 105
Dinner and Childcare Provided
Life is full of demands and you work hard. Plus, you have the job of loving your children. Hang out with people who know how you feel. Kids go to the nursery and have dinner. You eat with people who know what it's like to do your best to parent young children. Explore how to nurture children's innate spirituality, manage what you're dealing with, keep loving when you're utterly exhausted, and how Covenant can best support children and families. Katie Kinnison and Erin Wise lead. RSVP
Katie Kinnison.
Session 1: Teaching Healthy Sexuality. Parents of older children can join us too.
Presbyterian Women, PSV Winter Gathering
Sat., Feb. 25, , 10am, CPC
Working for Justice I Peace in our Communities. Learn about the challenges related to the re-entry of incarcerated people into our communities. As these offenders return "home," they face many challenges. Learn ways our congregation can be involved in this important ministry. Click here for egistration info:
http://psvonline.org/psv-presbyterian-women-winter-newsletter/
Blessing Your Home or Office.
Stephen Ministers are available to come bless your living or work space. For more information, please contact
Katie Kinnison
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Flower Dedications.
Commemorate a special day or honor a special loved one by dedicating Sunday flowers for the chancel. Only $36. Sign up on the sheet on the hall bulletin board or see Anna Jo Beeson.
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ONGOING EVENTS & PROGRAMS:
Your prayers for this important work are appreciated.
Tuesdays, 8:15am, Lounge
Mission Sewing
1pm, Tuesdays, room 121
Contact: Diana Sanders, jrssand@aol.com
Campanile Handbell Choir - Rehearses Tuesdays, 6:15-7:30pm.
We are reading Genesis and will be discussing Abraham and Sarah.
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
New book: Convictions: How I Learned What Matters Most by Marcus Borg. Paperback available from Amazon for $10. Discussing Chapters 1 and 2.
Prayer Shawl Circle
2nd & 4th Fridays, 9:30am, Lounge
Prayer Shawl Circle invites knitters/crocheters to knit at your leisure. 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)
- 2017 Per Capita.
Each member of Covenant is a member of the PC USA. It's part of our responsibility to support these administrative bodies by making a per capita payment each Jan. Per capita for 2017 is $33/member, for a total of $20,526. Your contribution frees funds for other vital church programs of our congregation. Per Capita envelopes are on the Welcome Table.
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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.
- 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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