Worship Services:
Traditional: 8:30,
11am
Gathering 10am
Face to Face
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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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Memorial Service: There will be a memorial service for Jan Morris at 2pm on Thur., Aug. 3. Visitation 1-2pm. Reception 3pm.
PRAYER REQUESTS
Dee Adair
Diana Rogers
Janet Gross
Kay Olson
Joey Rauckis
Karen Gagel
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
Phil Hall
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,
This week's story is about Joseph wrestling with the Holy One. At the end of the match, Jacob is amazed that he has seen the face of God and is still alive to tell about it.
There are two traditions about beholding God's face that seem to be at odds with each other. One says that if we were to look God in the face, we would surely die. It would simply be too much for us. The other says, "Seek the face of God and live!"
So, which is it?
What happens when we meet God face to face, when we have an intimate encounter with the Holy One, and why do we imagine it to be terrifying?
And what does all this have to do with us as we check our emails and try to negotiate our lives? How does any of this face-of-God stuff help us when the world seems to be on fire?
Two months away from the pulpit, and here I am with nothing but questions.
Just wait until
Sunday!
With you in the struggle,
Katie
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Pet Blessing & Ice Cream Social
Thur., Aug. 3, 6-7:30pm
Furry and non-furry pets and people welcome. Bring a picture of your pet or bring your well-behaved pet on a leash. Bring pix of pets who have passed away. Ice cream for humans. Donations to SPCA accepted.
VOLUNTEERS TO HELP ARE NEEDED.
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This Sun., August 6 - Communion
8:30a - Worship in the Courtyard
- Children: Wiggle Worship
10:00a - Gathering
- Children: Treasure Finders
11:00a - Worship in the Sanctuary
- Children: Wiggle Worship
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:30p - NO Bible Study
11am Worship Services Streamed Live at YOUTUBE.com.covenantpresbyterianoh. Also, previous worship services, music, events. Previous sermons are on our
web site.
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Wed., Aug. 2
1:00p Bible Study, 120
7:00p Bible Study, Lounge
Thurs., Aug. 3
11:00a Support Survivors of Human Trafficking, meet at church
1:00p Jan Morris visitation
2:00p Memorial service
3:00p Reception
6:00p Pet Blessing & Ice Cream Social
Fri., Aug. 4
9:30a Women's Theology, 120
Mon., Aug. 7
6:30p Stephen MInisters, Lounge
Tues., Aug. 8
8:15a Centering Prayer, Lounge
1:00p Mission Sewing, 121
1:30p Staff Meeting, Tracy's Office
6:30p Handbell Lesson, Sanctuary
6:30p Deacons, Lounge
Wed., Aug. 9
1:00p Bible Study, 120
7:00p Bible Study, Lounge
Fri., Aug. 11
8:30a Open Shelter Lunch Prep, kitchen
9:30a Prayer Shawl Circle, Lounge
6:00p Parents' Night Out
Sat., Aug. 12
8:00a Men's Breakfast, First Watch, Kingsdale
7:00p Parents-Only Party, Gorsline's, 2240 Lane Rd.
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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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Learn How to Ring Handbells, Tuesdays, 6:30-7:30pm, Sanctuary
Connie Bohn and Charlie Bergmann wish to thank everyone who attended the celebration of their wedding on July 29.
Open Shelter Lunch Prep. Aug. 11 (2nd Fri./month), 8:30am, kitchen
Help assemble or deliver lunches for 175 people. Come when you can. Mona Connolly, 614-886-4413; Carrie Mellen,
dmellen@columbus.rr.com
, 614-771-1396.
Parents' Night Out, Fri., Aug. 11, 6-8:30pm (2nd Fri./month)
Men's Breakfast, Sat., Aug. 12, 8am, First Watch, Kingsdale
Contact Alan Kennedy 614-451-9318.
Parents-Only Party (need not be parents to attend)
Sat., Aug. 12, 7pm, Gorsline's, 2240 Lane Rd.
Book the babysitters now. Leave the kiddos at home with a sitter and join us for a fun evening out with your church friends. Rob and Melissa Gorsline will provide the main dish and beverages. Bring a side or dessert to share. RSVP Erin
erinwise3@yahoo.com
Blessing of the Backpacks, Sun., Aug.13, all services
Head into the new school year with blessings and love from your church family. Bring backpacks, messenger bags, diaper bags, briefcases, etc. to be blessed as we start off the new year taking God with us into the world.
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.
CHANCEL CHOIR Pickup Sunday, Sun., Aug. 20, 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.
Presbyterian Women Gathering, Sat., Aug. 26, Lancaster First Presby. Church
You're invited! 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
Annual Block Party, 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
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.
Then 4th Sat./month, 8am, Lounge. Contact
Jim Mehler.
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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More Financial Opportunities:
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- Automatic Debit From Your Bank Account is Now Available.
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