This Sunday, January 26, 2020
Gathering 10am
3rd Sunday after Epiphany
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What Does Worship Look Like?
There are lots of reasons why people come to church. I think though, generally, we come in search of something. We might name that something as support, help, community, sustenance, hope, or purpose. We have lots of names for what we find ourselves missing or lacking.
In the language of our scriptures, we might say that we are seeking the face of God. We want to encounter Love Itself, to know ourselves cherished and seen. Being seen, we want to know our purpose, our calling, our way in the world. We want help for our living and for the life of the world. I think we come to church to find this mystery we call
God
, to experience God.
So how do we make a worship service that offers that?
Is such a thing possible? Isn’t that the work of the Holy Spirit? What should church be?
Come, let us explore this together. Come, let us seek the face of God together – and live.
Yours on the journey,
Katie
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Parenting Together:
Our Children, Our Youth & Anxiety
Tues., Jan. 28, Feb. 4, 5:30-7pm, Lounge
Join us for teaching and conversation with Abby Surbella, M.Ed., LPC, a therapist who works with children and youth, about what anxiety is, how to manage it, and to find more peace and wholeness for everyone in our families. For info, see
Katie Kinnison. RSVP to Katie or to
Erin Wise. All are welcome. Childcare and dinner provided.
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To request prayers or to be added to the Prayer Chain ministry, please contact
Linda Van Aman.
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Note Covenant’s Inclement Weather Policy
Based on the Franklin County snow emergency system.
In the event of inclement weather:
Level 1
: Roadways are hazardous with blowing and drifting snow. Roads are also icy. Drive very cautiously.
- Scheduled Boards, Committees, Groups: Check with chairperson, leader, or facilitator of your group.
- Worship Services: Will be held.
Level 2
: Roadways are hazardous with blowing & drifting snow. Only those who feel it is necessary to drive should be on roads. - Church closed. - Worship Services: Cancelled.
Level 3
: All roadways are closed to non-emergency personnel. No one should be out during these conditions unless it is absolutely necessary to travel **Church closed. **Worship Services: Cancelled
To view Ohio’s weather-related road closures/restrictions, see the Ohio Department. of Transportation’s website
www.ohgo.com.
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Fill Your Cup
Sundays 12:15 or Wednesdays 7pm, Lounge
What if God is speaking and we are too full to hear? If your cup runneth over, it really matters what is in the cup. Learn how to fill up, love better and live with more joy.
Katie Kinnison leads.
Wed. Jan. 22 -
Letting Go of Fear, Cynicism & Controlling Outcomes
Sun., Jan. 25 -
Full Presence and the Moment
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Wednesday Bible Study:
1 Kings
Wednesdays, 1pm, Lounge
Come be a part of this vibrant community as we explore the scriptures together so that we might live more boldly, with more compassion and in life-giving ways. Led by
Katie Kinnison.
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Register Now for Vacation Bible School 2020:
Quest for the King's Armor!
June 22-26, 2020
North Castle is hidden in a frozen land. The King’s valiant Knights are on a quest in search of the King’s Armor. But the armor isn’t what they think it is.
“Be strong in the Lord and in the strength of God's Power.” Ephesians 6:10
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Mission Study Team Update:
This week, on January 20, 21, and 22, we are conducting FOCUS GROUPS of 9 to10 members each; we invited these participants specifically because they are representative of the differing demographic groups of our congregation. In these sessions, Rev. Adam Anderson, our Presbytery liaison, leads the discussion to delve into some of the insights that came up during the OPEN FORUMS and SURVEYS so that we can further understand God’s call for us. This ends our data gathering efforts from the congregation, and our team is overwhelmed with gratitude to you ALL, the priesthood of believers, for ALL you have contributed to this study.
Starting Thur., Jan. 23, our efforts will be entirely focused on discernment and writing for several weeks. Now is when we will need your most fervent prayers for the Holy Spirit to guide us toward courage, wisdom, loving discussion, and clarity as we pull together all your feedback.
“Whatever you ask for in prayer with faith, you will receive.”
Matthew 21:22
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Covenant's Children’s Center Seeks:
After-School Teacher . For details, contact
Caroline McGeoch, Director of the Children’s Center.
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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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