This Sunday, July 7, 2019 - 8:30 & 11am Worship Services
4th Sunday after Pentecost
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Please Note: The church is closed for Independence Day today, Thur., July 4. Enjoy your holiday!
The Chain Reaction of Hope
Elder Tom Billman preaching

July and Beyond!
It is an exciting time in the life of this congregation! Elder Tom Billman has completed his coursework and tests and is now certified to be commissioned as a Lay Pastor. This Sunday at the 8:30 and 11:00 services he will be preaching on Romans 5:1-5, “The Chain Reaction of Hope”. His mentor, the Rev. Steve Merold, will be assisting him in worship at the 11:00 service and will share more about Tom’s ministry accomplishments! We are so blessed to have someone entering the ministry from our church family. I hope you will join us this Sunday to be a part of this special occasion!

Pastor Jeri-Lynne’s Sermon Schedule Through August 2019
July 14                8:30, 10:00, 11:00           “God is Back”                                                Luke 7:11-17
July 21                8:30, 11:00                       “Doing vs. Being”                                         Luke 10:38-42
July 28                8:30, 11:00                       “The Lord’s Prayer”                                      Luke 11:1-13
August 4             8:30, 11:00                       “The Rich Fool”                                            Luke 12:13-21
August 11           10:00                                 “Priorities”                                                    Luke 12:32-40
August 18           8:30, 11:00                       “Family Division”                                           Luke 12:49-56
August 25           8:30, 11:00                       “What Jesus Says About Sabbath”            Luke 13:10-17

See you then!
Jeri-Lynne
This Sunday July 7, at both traditional services, 8:30 & 11:00,
Elder Tom Billman will be preaching and leading worship. 
Tom has completed his Commissioned Ruling Elder training with Scioto Valley Presbytery and will soon be commissioned as pastor to our sister church, Hoge Memorial. At the 11:00 service, Tom will be joined by the Rev. Steve Merold who has served as Tom’s mentor through his CRE training. Steve will explain the Commissioned Ruling Elder training process at the 11am service and help us celebrate Tom’s new role as a CRE. We hope you will join us for this special occasion!

ALSO, Pastors Jeri-Lynne and Katie will be out of town July 10-13. 
(Jeri-Lynne July 4-13. Katie on study leave July 10-16.)
The Rev. Edwin Brinklow, Interim Pastor, Indianola Presby. Church, graciously volunteered to serve
as an emergency pastoral contact on those days. If you have an emergency, call him at 269-332-6109.
Also, Custodian Lisa Swartz will be on vacation July 7-21. 
Room set ups will need to be arranged by the groups using the space.
Heart to Heart Talks with Pastor Jeri-Lynne
Sundays July 21 & 28, 10am;
Tues., July 16; Wed., July 24 & 31, 7pm
A series of informal, heartfelt chats to ask questions and share concerns.
Signup sheets for all the dates are on the welcome table in the hall.
There are openings on any of the scheduled days. Just walk in.
VBS 2019 was a wonderful success!
A huge thank you to all of our volunteers for their hours of hard work! We had 174 children who played, crafted, sang, ate, listened and danced through our halls all week knowing they were cherished and safe here. They left knowing their are beloved of God and always welcome in this place. Thank you to everyone for a fantastic week!
PiYo in the Lounge
Tue., July 16, 23, 30; Aug. 6, 13, 20, 9:30am 
Pilates, yoga, and contemplative body practice taught by Sandy Tullett. Bring a towel and/or a yoga mat. Wear comfortable clothing. Emphasis on flexibility, strength, relaxation. 
Wednesday Bible Study: The Gospel of John
Wednesdays, 1pm, Lounge or Rm. 120 (NOTE: not meeting July 10)
Led by Katie Kinnison. Enjoy community as we figure how to live all the way alive.
Learn How to Experience the Labyrinth
Wednesdays through Aug., 21, 7pm (NOTE: no meeting July 10)
Led by Katie Kinnison. Find out about ancient spiritual practice of walking labyrinths using The Sacred Path Companion: A Guide to Walking the Labyrinth to Heal and Transform by Lauren Artress. Contact Katie for a copy of the book,$15.
Interested in Membership at Covenant?
To get started or find out more, contact Rev. Katie Kinnison to set up a time to talk with her. Click here for more information.
Not Too Late for Your Stewardship Pledge Card 
Please bring it to church or mail/email to Ingrid Smith at Covenant.
Never underestimate the importance of your generosity and faithfulness. 
You make us who we are.
Together We Can!
Covenant & Hoge Presbyterian Church
We partner with Hoge on the Hilltop. (See our website under Mission.) Covenant groups are needed to host dinner for 30-50 people in July. Contact Judy Oeder.
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Free Mobile app; Zelle; Text to a dedicated Covenant number;  PayPal; Automatic Debit from your bank account;  Credit and debit card. More information and instructions are on the Welcome Table and our  website.
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.