Continuing our Partnerships for Affordable Housing

As a result of the generosity of our congregation, primarily through our “For a Whole Community” capital campaign, Covenant can make significant investments in multiple affordable housing projects. A task force has been working to develop plans for the funds, and with Session approval, we will announce the projects during worship over four weeks. This past Sunday, Bob was joined by Rev. Dr. Peter Wherry of Mayfield Memorial Baptist Church to announce an extension of the partnership between our two congregations. Mayfield has embarked on a journey to invest in affordable housing by building new units with the help of DreamKey Partners. Will Summerville, a co-chair of the “For a Whole Community” campaign, announced that Covenant is making a $300,000 investment in this new project in support of Rev. Dr. Wherry, his congregation, and their vision to serve the most vulnerable among us. Please join us for worship on September 12^th, 19^th, and 26^th in-person or online to hear about the additional three investments. Your generosity continues to build a more whole world across our city, and we are deeply

grateful. 

In this week's One Takes, pastoral resident for Mission & Outreach, Nikki Zimmermann, talks about the impact of our integrated work together. She recounts moments from Blessing of the Backpacks and how the power of those school bags has shown up in her life since then.

This Sunday, September 5, we continue our sermon series, "Welcome Home: A Place Where We..."

One Service Only This Week:

There is only ONE service this week at 11:00 a.m. This contemporary service will be in the Sanctuary and live online. There will be no Sunday School for children 5+, however childcare will be available. There will be no Adult Sunday School and that programming will resume next week with Convocation Sunday.

Next Sunday, September 12th:

Starting next Sunday, we will resume the traditional worship service in the Chapel at 8:45 a.m. and the contemporary worship service at 11:00 a.m. in the Fellowship Hall (in addition to our standing 9:30 a.m. and 11:00 a.m. Sanctuary services).

Join fellow Young Adults as we grab a bite to eat and enjoy fellowship at Optimist Hall this Sunday, September 5 at 12:30 p.m. No RSVP required - all are welcome! Questions? Contact Molly Smerko.

This is a friendly reminder that all individuals ages 5 and up must be masked at all times while indoors on our campus. Thank you!

Our Open Table Fall series will start on September 8 and the theme will be “Write it On Your Hearts: Go To Scripture when Things Are Tough." Join us as we gather for this 3 week connect curriculum series study.

Dinner: 3 seatings (served from the line, seating outside) at 5:00, 5:45, and 6:30. Max 50 people per seating. Make reservations here.

Grab-n-go (take out meals) available between 5-6:30. Preorder required. Order here. 

Bob will be leading the Minister's Book Study on September 8 & 15, 5:45 p.m. - 6:30 p.m. The first book of the study is High Conflict by Amanda Ripley.

All are welcome at Education Ministry's annual Convocation Sunday program on September 12 at 9:30 a.m. in the Fellowship Hall. This year's speaker is author and professor, Jaime Clark-Soles, who will present on Knowing and Being Known: Experiencing God Near or Far? Childcare will be available and refreshments will be served outdoors. Please RSVP here.

Children's Choirs - Register Now:

Choirs are open to children in grades

K-5 and we ask that all participating families register by tonight. Weekly rehearsals will begin next Wednesday, September 8.

Youth Music Opportunities:

• Youth Singers: An informational meeting will be held on Sunday, September 12 at 10:30 a.m. in Education Wing room 315.

• Youth Handbells: Rehearsals begin next Wednesday, September 8 at 5:15 p.m. in the Education Wing, Room 320.

• Youth Strings: Rehearsals begin next Wednesday, September 8 at 5:30 p.m. in the Chapel.

Questions?

Contact Heather Potter.

The Recreation Wing's September calendar and reservation sign-ups are now open. How will you get moving in September?

Reserve workout times here and contact Recreation Ministry Director, Kevin Harper with questions.

Join Covenant members as we sort and pack food boxes from 9:00 to 11:00 a.m. for our neighbors in need on two dates this month: September 14 and 28.

Sign up here and contact Lucy Crain with questions.

All members are invited to continue supporting students and educators at Highland Renaissance Academy and Renguti (in Kenya) as we head into the fall. From participating in teacher appreciation efforts to tutoring, there are a multitude of ways to show your support.

Stay tuned for sign-up links on our website soon! In the meantime, contact Lucy Crain to learn more or ask questions.

Take part in socially distanced fellowship and join knitting friends making warm scarves for sharing this Christmas. We provide yarn, needles, and a simple pattern. We ask that you commit to completing the scarf by mid-December, in time for giving to Covenant’s Room In the Inn guests at Christmas. Note: If Covenant is unable to host Room In the Inn on our campus again this year, an alternative recipient agency will be selected.  

Contact Sally Graves to learn more. 

Covenant plans to participate in the Impact Youth Basketball league this winter. We are currently seeking people interested in coaching a team; basketball experience is preferred, but not necessary as we can help train you!

To express interest in coaching and to learn more about the requirements, please email Kevin Harper, Recreation Ministries Director.

Join Covenant friends for a three-mile hike along the banks of Lake Wylie at Seven Oaks Preserve (6900 S New Hope Rd, Belmont, NC 28012) on Saturday, September 11. This hike offers plenty of shade and opportunities to spot wildlife. 



Learn more and sign up.

First graders and their parents are invited to join us for "Ready, Set, Worship" Communion Training for three consecutive weeks: September 12, 19, 26 from 9:30 to 10:30 a.m. in the Gym. On World Communion Sunday, October 3, the children will be invited to participate in the 9:30 a.m. Sanctuary service to receive communion.



Sign up here and contact Sally Jackson with questions.

6:00 p.m. | Fellowship Hall

Our 2021 Fall Youth Kickoff will feature a friendly and fun Olympics-themed competition - you won't want to miss it! Youth are encouraged to bring friends, parents, siblings and anyone else with a knack for competition.

Youth will also have a chance to hear more about retreats, fellowship and programming for the year ahead.

Questions?

• Alyssa Pacheco (middle school)
• Martin Pruitt (high school)

Our Uptown Bible Study group will resume meeting on Tuesday, September 14 on the Covenant campus. These weekly gatherings offer a meaningful respite from meetings, to do lists and work calls, helping you return to the day grounded in faith.



Email Grace Lindvall to join and learn more.