Weekly Update
Covenant Lutheran Church
August 5, 2020
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MESA Door To Door Can Drive - Sat., August 15!
We have donated 966 cans to MESA so far this year. It is wonderful that Covenant has been able to come together to help support MESA through this pandemic. Our next door-to-door Can Drive will be on Saturday, August 15. Cans can be left outside your door to be picked up after 8:00 am OR Julie will knock, stand back 6 feet, then pick up your cans after you close the door. Just contact Julie Bohland if you need a pick-up. Include "MESA Donation" on the subject line of your email. The need is great - every can counts!
Our current total collected so far this year is 966 cans - just short of half of our goal - we can do this!!!
In July we collected a total of 131 cans - let's try to beat this number in August!
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We are preparing for our annual Covenant Acts weekend, which is September 26-27, 2020. Obviously, things will look different due to the ongoing pandemic, but our coordinator, Lorna Blount, has already begun thinking of ways we can continue to serve our community. Some are the same projects we have done in the past, only we would do them individually or in safe family groups. These might include card-making for Katy Christian Ministries and Schmalz Elementary, packaging rice and beans for MESA Food Pantry, a project for Schmalz Elementary, possibly making or donating masks. These are just some ideas that are being investigated, and we urge you to send us your ideas! You can send them to Lorna Blount or Sue Tabbert. We would LOVE to hear your suggestions! Be watching for more information in the coming weeks.
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COVID-19 Notice
A letter was mailed to everyone recently with an update on our status regarding the current pandemic and guidelines for when it is safe to resume meeting for in-person church. For your convenience, the letter, also posted on Covenant's website, is located HERE.
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Small Groups
Spirituality Discussion Group
Meets on Wednesdays online
TODAY at 7:00 pm
What is the goal of the spiritual life? What are we attempting to do when we engage in spiritual exercises/practices? If we think of spirituality as a journey then where are we headed? Come join the discussion if you want to explore some of these questions.
Stephen Blackmore to sign up and for invitation link to the online discussion. The link resets each week.
Conversations on Faith
in Movies
SESSION FIVE - Sunday Aug. 9
Harry Potter & the Order of the Phoenix
* Zoom link resets each gathering
DATE AND TIME: August 9 from
2:00 pm – 3:00 pm
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IMGH Needs Help with Census for Seniors!
Interfaith Ministries of Greater Houston and Meals on Wheels are looking for volunteers to help make sure the MOW Seniors are counted! Volunteers would call seniors to get their census information so they do not have to fill anything out or mail anything in. The Greater Houston area is behind the curve in census completions, which could negatively affect the amount of funding our community receives in the way of healthcare, education and other social services. To find out how you can help READ MORE...
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Thank You for your Offerings!
We want to express our gratitude to all those who are sending their offerings, either by mail to Covenant's PO Box (PO Box 840485, Houston, TX 77284) or by electronic means. Your gifts are helping us through this pandemic until we can meet again!
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PO Box 840485
Houston TX 77284
281-578-8799
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Sunday, August 9, 2020
Season of Pentecost
Watch for an email with a Digital Worship Kit to participate in worship at your convenience!
Sermon Series: The Lord's Prayer
- From the Gospel of Luke, Chapter 11
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Covenant Lay Pastoral Ministry Team |
If you have a pastoral care concern this week, please contact Marian Shelton. For emergency pastoral concerns, contact Pastor Ele at 281-690-2373.
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REGISTER HERE for the Creation Care Fest. It will be held on Saturday, August 29 from 10:00 am - 2:00 pm ONLINE. Contact Lisa Brenskelle with any questions.
Join us and wonder at Texas nature!
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Creation Care Fest
Saturday, August 29
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The synod Lutherans Restoring Creation Team invites you to the 2020 Creation Care Fest - Environmental Extravaganza - the theme is The Wonders of Texas Nature! Due to COVID-19, this event has moved online. Join four expert speakers from local environmental organizations to learn about Texas flora & fauna, and the best places for outdoor recreation in the greater Houston area. Each speaker begins their talk at the top of the hour (10 a.m., 11 a.m., noon, and 1 p.m.), and plenty of time for live Q&A follows each talk. Attend as many talks as you’d like.
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Help us reach our goal of 2020 in 2020 by continuing to collect hearty soups and other non-perishable canned foods to donate to MESA Outreach Food Pantry!
Our current total collected so far this year is 966 cans - just short of half of our goal - we can do this!!!
In July we collected a total of 131 cans - let's try to beat this number in August!
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Donations for MESA Outreach - 2020 in 2020! |
We have donated 966 cans to MESA so far this year. It is wonderful that Covenant has been able to come together to help support MESA through this pandemic. Our next door-to-door Can Drive will be on Saturday, August 15. Cans can be left outside your door to be picked up after 8:00 am OR Julie will knock, stand back 6 feet, then pick up your cans after you close the door. Just contact Julie Bohland if you need a pick-up. Include "MESA Donation" on the subject line of your email. The need is great - every can counts!
Remember, if you'd like to deliver your donations yourself, you may drop them at MESA (at Bear Creek UMC) on the second and fourth Tuesday evenings of the month from 5:00 - 7:00 pm or the third Saturday from 9:00 - 11:00 am.
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Cy-Hope's tagline is "Making Life Better for Kids in Cy-Fair." Cy-Hope is a non-profit in Cypress that offers community support in many ways, including a resale shop. They have been active in food distribution, counseling and other ministries during the COVID-19 crisis. Check out their website to see how you can support their ministry by donating or volunteering!
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National Youth Gathering Postponed Until 2022 |
Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the ELCA Youth Gathering, scheduled for July 2021, has been postponed until July 24-28, 2022 in Minneapolis, MN. As you may know, Covenant youth have attended several National Youth Gatherings, and we hope to be able to participated in 2022. This event is available to all students who have completed 9th - 12th grade in 2022. For more information, check out the ELCA website.
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Lutherhill 14th Annual S'mores & Champagne Virtual Gala |
This year's event will be held on Saturday, September 12 ONLINE - a Virtual Gala! Stay tuned for more information on the new and creative ways we will celebrate this ministry online!
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Covenant Leadership during Redevelopment
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