This Sunday, Nov. 3
All Saints Day
8:30 & 11:00am Worship Services
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Short in Stature, A Giant in Faith
Zacchaeus was a "chief tax collector" and he had become rich. The crowd probably thought that he had become rich collecting their taxes!
It's no wonder Zacchaeus ran ahead of the crowd to a sycamore tree. The tree would have given him the height he needed to catch a glimpse of the Galilean, and the protection he needed from those in the crowd that might have been angry with him. With their eyes fixed on the coming procession, the crowd might have never looked up at all. He could remain an unseen spectator. He might have been safe from an encounter with the preacher as well. But not on this day. Jesus looked up!
It is always interesting to place yourself in the position of different characters in the Bible stories. Would I be Zacchaeus or one of the crowd? How would I respond to Jesus’ request to visit my home? I suspect I would say something like: “Jesus, let me look at my calendar and see when it is a good time for you to visit.” Or maybe: “Jesus let me prepare for your visit first, give me an hour or two and then drop by.” The way Zacchaeus responded is significant. He immediately came down from his perch on the tree!
It is because of the gift of faith that we are able to respond to the call of Jesus. Join us this Sunday as we celebrate the gift of faith!
In Christ’s service with you,
Pastor Jeri-Lynne
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Daylight Savings Time Ends Sunday!
Set your clocks back one hour.
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All Saints Candlelight Service
This Fri., Nov. 1, 7pm, Covenant Labyrinth
Join us at the labyrinth for a brief candlelight service to honor our beloved ones
who have died and to honor our own parts in the glorious body of Christ. It will be cold - and beautiful and overflowing with the love of God. After the service, join us in the Lounge for cake and a warm drink. All are welcome. See you there!
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The Mission Study Team Update V:
The Mission Study survey kicks off officially on Sunday, November 3! The deadline to submit your responses to Covenant is by Sunday, November 17. We’d LOVE for every single member of this congregation age 13 and above to participate! During this time frame, you’ll see many copies of this survey in a paper version as well as references to the online version (in fact, if you are comfortable with online surveys, please choose that method to help us most efficiently gather the results). Only submit your response ONCE, per member. All responses are completely confidential. As you know, your responses are KEY to this effort. THANK YOU for your prayerful reflection and discernment; THANK YOU for listening to the Holy Spirit within you and taking your time to carefully answer this survey. You will help us prepare the next committee, the Pastor Nominating Committee, to find the best match for our next senior pastor. Any Questions: Contact
Charlie Bergmann
or
Cathy Levy
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Remember
: “
But the Advocate, the Holy Spirit, ... will teach you everything, and remind you of all that I have said to you.”
John 14:26
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CPW All-Church Family Thanksgiving Potluck
Sun., Nov. 10, 5:30pm, Fellowship Hall
Turkey with stuffing provided. Please bring a side dish or dessert to share. Entertainment provided by InnerVision, a duo of lifelong friends who lost their vision as infants, and have become accomplished musicians. Genene Blackwell (keyboard and vocals) and Sam Shepherd (vocals, harmonica, guitar, and trombone) play a variety of classic, holiday, oldies, and original tunes. Come be entertained by this fun and lively duo. Sign up between the services or contact
Jan Schmidt. Tickets are $8 for individuals and $25 for a family of four or mo
re.
There will be childcare available. If you would like transportation, please contact the church office.
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In Search of Belief
(and Sandwiches)
feast and learn after worship
Sundays thru Dec. 15, 12:15p dine; 12:30p learn, Lounge
S
earch for belief that will lead us deeper into loving and into life-giving ways of being in the world.
Nov. 3 - Things Not Seen: What Happens When We Die?
Katie leads. Two days after All Saints Day, join us for a discussion and exploration of the “After Life.” We will talk about the development of ideas about heaven and hell, limbo and purgatory, and we will search the scriptures for clues. All this, as we ground ourselves in the reality that
in life and In death we belong to God.
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Covenant’s Advent Devotional
Write an Entry: Envelopes are in the Hallway
Share your experience of scripture and help us prepare for Christ bursting into our lives. Entries due to
Katie Kinnison by Sun., Nov. 24. Our fabulous devotionals will be ready the first day of Advent: Sun., Dec. 1. These will be available in print and on our website.
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Veterans
. We’ll be honoring Covenant Veterans on Sun., Nov. 10.
Those who have not done so in the past, please send your name, years and branch of service to
JP.
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The Overstory: A Novel
- Book Study
Wednesdays Nov. 6, 13, 20, 7-8:30pm, Lounge
This Pulitzer Prize winning novel by Richard Powers somehow manages to weave together rich stories of more than nine people and turn trees into characters with whom we resonate. You will never look at the world in quite the same way again. And the writing is gorgeous.
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Advent Bible Study Coming Soon!
Hallelujah: The Bible and Handel’s Messiah
Thur., Nov. 21, Dec. 5, 12, 19, 6pm, Pastor’s Office
Sundays, Nov. 24, Dec. 8, 15, 22, 9:45-10:45am, Lounge
You may love the music, but do you know the scripture? This is a study for both the music lover and the biblical seeker, it explores the scriptural texts of Handel's Messiah. We’ll listen to clips of this masterpiece and study its biblical lyrics. Pastor Jeri-Lynne facilitating. Register in advance so we can order resource books in a timely manner.
Sign-up sheets are on the welcome table or
click here to register online.
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Covenant's Children’s Center Seeks Teachers...
- After-School Teacher (K-5th grade)
- Children’s Day Out Teacher (toddlers)
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Darkness2Light Training
Sat., Nov. 9, 9-11am; Mon., Nov. 18, 6-8pm
If you work with Covenant children or youth, you are required to take this workshop designed to stop child sexual abuse in our communities. The more of us who are trained, the safer our kids will be. You only need to do the training once. Katie Kinnison is a trained facilitator and leads the workshop. Coffee and light food or dinner will be provided. RSVP to Katie's
email or 614-625-1335.
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Peanut Brittle - Only $7/can -and You can Help!
Contact
Nancy Davidson or
Gail Griffin.There are cans for purchase in the office, too. Also, we need 1 lb. coffee cans, Kroger or Giant Eagle 80% margarine, and white sugar,
and kitchen help on Sat., Nov. 5, 8am-12pm. Thanks much!
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Have an extra coat in your closet?
West Side Urban Ministry of the Presby. of Scioto Valley is collecting new and gently used coats, hats, mittens and scarves for school children ages 5-17. Deposit coats in the crate in the hall marked “Westside Coat Collection.”
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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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