Wednesday, April 24, 2019
Children's choirs host sharing service
Tonight at 6:30 p.m. in Chapel
See the children's music ministry in action. Our young singers will demonstrate spiritual concepts they have learned over the year. Fifth graders will receive hymnals for faithful service. Bring a picnic to enjoy beforehand. Ice cream is provided afterward. Get connected here.
  • Sing or play an instrument? Covenant offers opportunities to fit your child's schedule, style and experience level. Together, we worship God through the gift of music. 
  • Invitation to fifth graders: Join the Youth Singers to prepare a song for 11 a.m. Sanctuary worship on May 19. Rehearsals are April 28, May 5 and May 12 from 10:30 to 10:50 a.m. in EW319, the choir room.
Children of the Covenant celebrates 2018 babies
Sunday at 9:30 and 11 a.m.
Are you a new parent or guardian? We'll celebrate babies born and adopted into the Covenant family in 2018 with a reception, fellowship and group photo. Contact Anne Lowrance to get connected.
Welcome to newest class of Stephen Ministers
Sunday at 11 a.m.
Covenant will recognize a new class of Stephen Ministers as they join a ministry of caring and support. Contact Mary Mattiacci to connect with this ministry.
  • Catherine Bracey, Ann Manning and Beth Whitehead are new Stephen Ministers.
  • Deana Cooper and Kelli McAlister are new Stephen Leaders.
  • Sally Graves will be installed in May.
New to Covenant? Dinner is on us
Starting Point BBQ dinner is Sunday at 6 p.m.
Meet other newcomers and learn about Covenant and our mission at a Q&A with Senior Minister Bob Henderson. Child care is available. Feel free to bring
children, too. No RSVP is required. Get connected with Lora Borrelli.
Playground renovation nears completion
Join us for a debut ceremony
While interior work (electrical, plumbing, HVAC, sprinkler and wall framing) continues on the new building, exciting progress is happening on the new outdoor play space on the Morehead Street side of the Education Wing. 

Much of the fencing is up, the site is being leveled, and equipment is being built and set in place. The goal is for the rubber ground cover to be poured this week, with turf scheduled to be installed next week.

Be the first to try new playground: You're invited to a ceremony at 10:30 a.m. on Sunday, May 12 to celebrate a fun milestone and to meet new CDC director Chris Callaway.
First Sunday Talk: Faith and the LGBTQ+ community
Sunday, May 5 at 9:30 a.m. in FH207
Amid difficult debates among churches and LGBTQ+ communities, we can find beautiful stories of love, compassion and acceptance. Hear from a panel of Covenant members whose faith journeys have been shaped by LGBTQ+ issues in various ways. No RSVP needed. This is part of our year-long Walk a Mile of Faith in My Shoes series.

Young Adults host Lowcountry Boil
Sunday, May 5 at 1 p.m.
You're invited for food, drinks, live music, cornhole tournaments, and - of course - great fellowship with your friends and neighbors! All are welcome at the home of Christie and Ryan Collins. Parents, feel free to bring your children. See the RSVP here.

Uptown Bible studies will begin new series
The Bible's Problematic Texts
For those who work or live in uptown Charlotte, we meet from noon to 1 p.m. at Foundation for the Carolinas and offer the same study on Tuesdays and Thursdays. The front desk will point you to the right room. Feel free to bring lunch. We have water and coffee available.

Happening now: This week, we're kicking off a one-month series called "The Bible's Problematic Texts" on  controversial and troubling verses. We'll discern how these verses can be understood in light of a God who seeks justice and peace for the world. Get connected here.

Presbyterian Women host spring dinner
Monday, May 6 at 6 p.m. in Fellowship Hall
Join women of Covenant to hear from our 2019 PW Local Mission Grant Recipients. Gathering and punch at 6 p.m. with dinner at 6:30. Cost is $8.  

Fresh Air. Fellowship. Hike with Covenant.
Next hike is Saturday, May 11
Join Covenant friends and families for hikes led by Rev. Grady Moseley and Lauren Sawyers. The hikes are accessible for all ages and skill levels.

Next up, on Saturday, May 11, we'll gather in Linville, NC mid-morning to take one of several hiking options, and then meet for barbecue and social time at Suzanne and Bob Henderson's nearby home. Details here.
Habitat build celebrates conclusion on Saturday
We still need painters for Thursday
We have an urgent need for volunteers to paint trim on Thursday. A dedication is at 3 p.m. on Saturday for Olivia, a Charlotte native who is excited for a new beginning for herself and her 5-year-old daughter, Miya. Get connected here.
  • We'll finish building the storage shed for Olivia's home on Thursday at 10 a.m. here on campus. Volunteers are welcome.
Teacher Appreciation Week at Highland
Lift up educators at our partner school
Through Covenant's partnership with Highland Renaissance Academy, we lift up teachers and students by providing after-school programs, reading buddies and more.  Contribute time, gifts or supplies to support our upcoming teacher appreciation week (May 6-10) . Details here.
 
This summer: Be a camp buddy
Highland students will go to Camp Harrison
Covenant partners with YMCA's Camp Harrison to send 20 Highland students to summer camp. Camp buddies encourage and guide families in preparing for this new experience. Consider serving June 16-22 or 23-29. Financial support is also welcome - it costs $550 to send a student to camp. Contact Julia Watkins to learn more.
 
Prepare Texas Hash for Men's Shelter dinner
Next meal is Tuesday
Help serve our neighbors by preparing Texas Hash and desserts. Our next meal is Tuesday. Please place items in the Fellowship Hall freezer at your convenience. Contact Terry Horne to let us know if you made a drop-off.
 
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