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Sunday, August 12, 2018
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THIS WEEK  

August 12-18  

 
No Sunday Bible School This Week
Don't forget! There will be no Sunday Bible School on August 12 or 19 for any age - children through adults.

Men's Intensive Discipleship Program (MIDP) Summer Study: Church History
Thursdays, August 9, 16, 23, 30 | 7-8:30 PM
Our current study in our Men's Intensive Discipleship Program is being held in the Community Life Center chapel. All men are invited to this 4-week program, led by Pastor Brian Peterson.

The story of southern Presbyterianism is long, winding, and virtually unknown by most of its adherents. Names like Thornwell and Dabney grab most of the headlines, but do you know the whole story? There are others whose contributions to our own history are also well worth our time. In this class we will learn about the development and theological foundations through which the PCA finds its family identity. Based on the belief that Presbyterianism is equal parts theology and practice, we will give four weeks to this flyover study of southern Presbyterianism.

There is no fee for this study, but please RSVP to Jennifer Dean ( [email protected] or 704-708-6104) so we can plan for you. More information is on the Men's page of our website.
 

HIGHLIGHTS 

 
Faithful Conference: Registration Now Open 
September 21-22
Don't miss our first annual Faithful Conference! The 2018 theme is "Our Unchanging Christ: Yesterday, Today, and Forever," with general sessions led by keynote speaker Al Mohler. The Faithful Conference is a multi-church event that aims to equip and inspire Christians for doctrinal fidelity, personal integrity, and corporate witness in the Charlotte area and beyond. The conference will include large group gatherings and breakout sessions. Check out faithfulconference.org for much more information and to register.

MinistrySafe Seminar
Saturday, September 29 | 9 AM-2 PM
Please join the leadership of Christ Covenant Church for an important seminar about sexual abuse awareness and skillful screening training, presented by MinistrySafe, a leader in sexual abuse prevention. Through this training, participants will learn how to recognize the offender's "grooming process," respond to reports of abuse and screen prospective staff members and volunteers for high-risk candidates. For more information and to register, please go to christcovenant.org/ministrysafe.
 

NEWS 

 

 Upcoming Events

 
American Heritage Girls Open House
Thursday, August 23 | 7-8 PM
Are you looking for faith, service, and fun for your daughter? American Heritage Girls (AHG) Troop 0800 invites all girls ages 5-18 to an open house on Thursday, August 23, in CLC rooms 1 & 2. The AHG program enables your daughter to grow in her FAITH, cultivate a heart for SERVICE, and have more FUN than she can imagine! Our troop participates in badge work, service projects, leadership opportunities, social and outdoor experiences that are unique to a female audience, all with an emphasis on Christian values and family involvement. Please see the AHG section on the Children's Ministry page and fill out the information link.

HisAbilities Speaker Series #1
Saturday, September 15 | 9:30-11:15 AM
HisAbilities will host a three-part speaker series addressing topics relevant to navigating life with disabilities. Join us on Saturday, September 15, for a presentation by Ryan Platt on unique challenges facing families with special needs and creating and implementing a plan to support and enable a positive future for a loved one with special needs. Ryan, is the founder of A Special Needs Plan, an advisory firm offering planning consultations to families; educational workshops and seminars for families, organizations, and financial professionals; and special needs planning educational resources. A light breakfast and childcare will be provided. Please register by September 5 (include childcare needs, if applicable) to Kelsey Cawthorn at [email protected]. There is no cost to attend.

Women's DIY Day: Registration Open
Saturday, October 13 | 8:30 AM - 2 PM
Registration is open for the women's D.I.Y. Day, an event where women can learn useful and fun new skills while forming friendships over shared interests. There are three workshop sessions and a wonderful catered lunch with a program designed to encourage and inspire women in every season and situation of life. The cost is $35 and includes the workshops, lunch, and speaker. See christcovenant.org/diy2018 for details, including information about all of the workshops, and to register,

Vendors Wanted: We are looking for women who make handmade items to be vendors at our DIY day on October 13.  Please contact Andrea Johnson by September 5 if you are interested.
 

 Information

 
American Heritage Girls Leaders Needed
Find your niche at church with American Heritage Girls! Troop 0800 is seeking women of Christ Covenant to invest in the lives of girls on Thursday nights during the school year. We have a fun, large, active troop and do devotions, crafts, songs, leadership, outdoor adventures, and more. AHG is a Christ-centered, character development program for girls ages 5-18. Our mission is to build women of integrity through service to God, family, community and country. Jenny Blackmon or Tiffany Slack, troop co-coordinators, would love to speak with you ([email protected] or 704-443-7814)!

Women's Fall Bible Studies:
Registration Open
Studies begin in September
Registration continues for our fall session of Bible studies for women, which will begin in September. There are weekly and once-a-month studies to choose from, as well as small group options (previously The Anchor) and new Mercy Ministry groups. For information about these small group opportunities, please see the Women's Bible Studies webpage.

Paid Childcare Providers Needed
Part-time employment opportunities are currently available at Christ Covenant Church for childcare providers. For more information, please contact Mindy Thornton at 704-708-6133 or [email protected].
 

GET INVOLVED: OUTREACH 

 
Short-term Mission Trip Opportunity
December 11-17, 2018
Join us for our December 2018 Kenya Camp trip! We are in the process of building a team of 4-5 individuals to help with their annual youth camp, under the leadership and teaching of our own intern Marcus Smith. The only requirement necessary is a love for young people and having fun while sharing the love of Christ. We are also looking for someone to lead the music during the large group sessions. If you are interested or have questions, contact Karen Chambers at [email protected].


ProjectSHARE Summer Collection:
School Supplies
During the summer months of July and August, ProjectSHARE will be collecting general school supplies to share with our school partners. We appreciate any and all donated school supplies. If you need a few ideas, we suggest: crayons, scissors, composition books, #2 pencils, filler paper, markers, 3x5 ruled index cards, glue sticks, colored pencils, assorted colored copy paper, Clorox disinfecting wipes, and hand sanitizer. This information is also available on our ProjectSHARE webpage. Please bring your donations to the Information Desk in the worship center any Sunday in July or August.
Please see our Get Involved webpage for more ways to get involved in our Outreach and Missions programs.

Worship Notes
Sunday, August 12
Morning Worship - 10:45 AM
"Jotham and Ahaz:
A Tale of Two Kings"
( 2 Chronicles 27-28)
Rev. Derek Wells
Evening Worship - 6:00 PM
"Zephaniah: The King
is in Your Midst"
( 1 Peter 1:3-9)
Rev. Brian Peterson

Our worship folder is posted on Fridays on our Worship webpage.
 
 

 Calendar

THIS WEEK
August 12-18

Sunday, August 12
9 AM | NO Sunday Bible School
10:45 AM | Morning worship
6 PM | Evening worship
 
Tuesday, August 14
7 PM | Tuesday prayer meeting

Wednesday, August 15
10 AM | Yarn Lovers Ministry

Thursday, August 16
7 PM | Men's Intensive Discipleship Program
7 PM | Trail Life

Friday, August 17
9:30 AM | Student Family moms prayer group
11:30 AM | Senior Adults men's lunch

See our online calendar for details about all of these events and more.
 


Upcoming Events


Aug 19 | NO SBS for any age
Aug 22 | Sanctuary Choir welcoming event (6 PM)
Aug 23 | AHG open house for new families (7 PM)
Aug 26 | Children's Ministry kickoff (during 9 AM SS hour)
Aug 26 | Blessing the Children (6 PM worship service)
Aug 26 | CCYM parent information meeting (7:30 PM)
Aug 29 | Youth Link & EPIC resume (7 PM)
Aug 29 | Sanctuary Choir resumes (7 PM)
Sept 6 | Trail Life open house (6:30 PM)
Sept 9 | Fall Discovery Class begins
Sept 12 | RTS Theological Reading Group (7 PM)
Sept 13 | AHG 101 & 201 for new and returning families
Sept 13 | Trail Life open house (6:30 PM)
Sept 13 | Women's Ministries kickoff (7 PM)
Sept 14 | Senior Adults ministry kickoff (5 PM)
Sept 15 | HisAbilities Speaker Series #1 (9:30 AM)
Sept 19 | CDS/Community Heroes (12 PM)
Sept 20 | AHG resumes (6:45 PM)
Sept 21-22 | Faithful Conference
Sept 29 | MinistrySafe seminar (9 AM)
Oct 13 | DIY Day for women (8:30 AM)
 
For times and more details on these and other future events, see our online calendar.


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Missionaries of the Week: August 12
 
Andrew & Lauren Holbrook
Church Planters, Fairfield, CT

Andrew and Lauren are planting Christ Presbyterian Church in Fairfield, Connecticut.
 
Pray for laborers in the church planting network in New England that Andrew has been a part of starting that will coordinate the efforts of the two presbyteries in New England. Pray for several people attending their church to take the next step in their spiritual journeys and for Andrew and Lauren to have wisdom in helping them along the way. Pray for much fruit from their GOOD week and Kid's Club and for wisdom in following up with those they served.
 
Our Missionary of the Week is also posted on our News webpage. For information about all of our missionaries, go to our Missionaries webpage.
 
 

OUR COMMUNITY  

 
RTS Students Need Housing
Reformed Theological Seminary is searching for people who may have an above-garage apartment (or a separate rental property) they may want to rent to a seminary student. If you are interested in renting out to an RTS student, please contact Katy McIlvaine at 704-688-4206 or [email protected].

Church History Tour
Dr. Don Fortson will be leading a church history tour (March 15-23, 2019) to England and Scotland with an extension available to France. This is a unique opportunity for Christ Covenant Church members to learn about the historic roots of Christianity in America and during the Reformation. Details are at rts.edu/site/tours, including the itineraries and costs for both England/ Scotland and the optional France extension.
 

COVENANT DAY SCHOOL  

 
CDS Employment Opportunities
Covenant Day School has posted employment opportunities with the new dining service, Flik. For more information, click here.  


FINANCE 

Our Tithes and Gifts
Thank you for your tithes and gifts to all of the ministries of Christ Covenant. Don't forget to take advantage of our secure online giving. Please continue to pray for God's provision this calendar year.  If you haven't had a chance to make your 2018 commitment and would like to, please see  our Finance webpage .

1/1/18 - 8/5/18
Actual
Budget
Difference
%
(-) or +
Operating Budget - Inflow  
$3,089,545 
 
$2,961,000
 
$128,545
 
4.3%
Faith Promise Budget - Inflow
$216,716
$179,000
$37,716
21.1%

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