Wednesday, Jan.  15, 2020

Open Table series starts tonight
In a time of growing inequality and division, take a closer look at how racism influences our community's classrooms, housing and legal system. Some of Charlotte's leading voices - a minister, city official, activist and others - will equip us to work for justice as Christians and concerned citizens.
  • Tonight at 6:30 p.m.: Why Christians are called to confront racism
  • Next week: Disparities in the classroom and school system
  • Week Three: Disparities in housing and neighborhoods
  • Week Four: Disparities in the courtroom, jail and criminal justice system
  • Week Five: Responding faithfully to what we have learned

Open Table welcomes children and youth, too
Drop-off and pick-up in Welcome Center
Tonight's menu is beef with broccoli, chicken stir fry, egg rolls,
vegetable fried rice and strawberry shortcake. Drop-off and pick-up is in the Welcome Center for these opportunities:
  • Children's Choirs: Rehearsals for K-5 are 5:45 to 6:30 
  • Young Scholars: Elementary-age Bible study at 6:30 
  • Music & Movement: Ages 4-5 high-energy Bible story with music at 6:30
  • Middle and High School Youth with Alyssa Pacheco and Martin Pruitt at 6:30
     

Congregational meeting called on budget
Sunday, Jan. 26 at 10:30 a.m.
The Session has called a meeting to present the annual budget and vote on any proposed changes in terms of call for the installed ministers.

Budget gap remains: There is still time to help Covenant close the pledge gap of $125,042 and avoid the need for adjustments in the budget. Click on the link below to make a pledge.


Mission Festival seeks auction items
How you can support peace-building around the world
Your contributions keep mission trips affordable while also supporting our congregation's work in parts of the world troubled by violence and poverty. As we prepare for the festival on Sunday, Feb. 23, pl ease consider contributing these items:
  • Experiences: Host a dinner, cater a party, share your talents, etc.
     
  • Services or goods: Ask your favorite stylist, shop or restaurant for an in-kind gift.
     
  • Homemade goods: Jams, jellies or other baked treats from your kitchen.
     
  • Tickets: Provide tickets to games, events or concerts.
     
  • Vacations: Donate time at a beach or mountain home or other vacation experience.
     
  • Art: Share a special piece in any medium.
     
  • Household items: Give nice pieces (treasures, not jumbles!) that need a good home.


Young adults serve at Urban Ministry Center
Saturday 10:30 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Some spaces remain for a mission opportunity at Urban Ministry Center. Join us as we serve - and learn from - our neighbors. This project is an easy way to make a big impact. Contact Ian Clark to get connected.


Faith and Politics: A new Coffeehouse series
Sunday at 9:30 a.m.
This election year will create an increasingly divisive climate. But it can also be a time of discernment to consider your own beliefs and priorities.

Together, we'll discuss how we can live faithfully in a polarized world. Coffeehouse meets on the third Sunday of each month from 9:30 to 10:30 a.m. in the Welcome Center. Coffee and pastries are available!


Happening next week: Workshops on storytelling
Wednesday and Thursday evenings
Storytelling can break down barriers and make our life experiences come alive. These one-hour workshops will equip you to tell your own story and/or to become a Biblical storyteller.
  • Tracy Radosevic (right), Dean for the Academy of Biblical Storytelling, will help you consider your own story, learn new techniques and practice telling stories with one another. Wednesday, Jan. 22 at 6:30 p.m. in Fellowship Hall 203.
     
  • Gain tools for telling Biblical stories in a way that makes them come alive in new and refreshing ways. Thursday, Jan. 23 in Fellowship Hall 203. 
     
  • Contact Grace Lindvall to get connected.
Uptown Bible Study welcomes new folks
Tuesdays and Thursdays at noon
Amid the busy work week, consider an hour for conversation and fellowship on what it means to be Christian. 

Grace Lindvall on Tuesday and Ian Clark on Thursday cover the same material, so you can pick the day that works best for you. We meet in a conference room at Foundation for the Carolinas, 220 N. Tryon Street. No preparation is needed. Learn more here.





Missing something? Check the lost and found
Are you missing items from 2019? Check the lost and found boxes at Covenant. After a few weeks, we will clear it out and start fresh for the rest of 2020. Stop by the Welcome Center during business hours to find your lost treasures. 
 
Congregational ministry coordinator
Coordinate Covenant's care and fellowship groups including, but not limited to, care teams, support groups, and women's and men's ministries. Learn more here.
 
Director of middle school youth ministries
This position oversees education and programming for youth in grades 6-8, including Sunday School, Youth Fellowship Night, small groups, retreats and more. Learn more here.
 
Director of children's ministries
This position oversees Christian education and programming for children from birth through grade 5, including Sunday morning activities and child care. The director is a voice for both the needs and the faith development of children. Learn more here.
 
Children's ministry assistant
This position assists the director with lesson planning and preparation, room set-up, technology and volunteer coordination, among other duties. Learn more here.

Rec Wing/Fitness Center
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