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THE E-COURIER
NEWS & EVENTS
April 1-8, 2023
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This Week at Christ Covenant |
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If you are unable to join us in person, we hope you will join us on the livestream.
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Morning Worship at 10:45 am
"The Lord Who Makes Us Clean"
Leviticus 12-15
Kevin DeYoung
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Evening Worship at 6:00 pm
"The God Who Seeks and Saves"
Luke 15:1-10
Kevin DeYoung
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Prepare for worship this Sunday by downloading a digital bulletin and by listening to the music we will be singing on Sunday.
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Livestream Options
If you are unable to join us in person for either morning or evening worship we hope you will join us on the livestream on either YouTube and or our website at christcovenant.org/live. |
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Ministry Highlight: Deacons' Special Offering
RTS Partnership
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Sunday morning our deacons are asking us to prayerfully consider a gift to the Reformed Theological Seminary (RTS) Partnership. Today’s special offering is designated for seminary scholarships to assist new and current students with the cost of their education at Reformed Theological Seminary (RTS).
These scholarships make it possible for gifted believers to become seminary students and develop as future leaders who are trained and mentored by professors who honor God’s Word. These funds are vital in removing obstacles for current students, and they are critical for the health and growth of the next generation of Christian leaders.
We need more pastors and professors, writers and speakers, teachers and counselors who believe that the Bible is true and know how to share that truth with anyone. We need young leaders who have been equipped to minister in a world that is hostile to Christianity. We need dedicated students and seminary graduates who are called to careers in Christian service. We need committed believers who will surround seminarians with prayer and loving support.
Your gift today will help RTS fulfill its mission of preparing students to fill all the roles the church will need in the days to come. Your gift will be used by God first to encourage each scholarship recipient, then to touch thousands of people who will be affected by the work of these students over a lifetime of ministry. To learn more about RTS and opportunities for partnership please visit www.rts.edu.
Please place all special/monthly communion offering gifts in an envelope (found in pews) and label it ‘Special Communion Offering’ and include the name of the ministry before placing your gift in one of the tithe boxes located inside the sanctuary at our main doors in the north, south and toward the main lobby. You can also give online by clicking here. Thank you for your gift! |
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American Heritage Girls Fundraiser
Now Through March 31
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God has provided a beautiful start to spring! As you begin to plant gardens and potted plants for the season, our church’s American Heritage Girl troop would love for you to purchase bulbs to support the troop. Flowers, plants, and a few vegetable and fruit options are available. Your purchase is shipped directly to you and 50% of all proceeds are given directly to the troop. To purchase, simply click here. The sale ends on March 31, 2023. Thank you for supporting our troop!
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Ministry to Men Fellowship Breakfast
Saturday, April 1
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All men ages 16 and older are invited to join us on Saturday, April 1, from 7:00 am – 8:30 am at Stack’s Kitchen for the Ministry to Men (MtM) Monthly Fellowship Breakfast! Tim Spyridon will be talking about “Our Old Man Was Crucified with Christ …so Who Died?” from Romans 6:2-6 and “How Through Our New Identity in Christ We No Longer Need to Be Slaves of Sin.” Come for food and fellowship with your brothers in Christ. The only cost is your breakfast. Sign up today by clicking here. |
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Easter Egg Hunt
Saturday, April 1
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Children’s ministry invites you to attend our Easter Egg Hunt on Saturday, April 1, from 10:00 am - 11:30 am in the Community Life Center (CLC). This is a family fun time for children 5th grade and younger to come for story time, crafts and an egg hunt. This is a great opportunity to invite family, friends and neighbors to join you. Please take some Easter Egg Hunt invitations with you to use to invite neighbors and friends to come with you! These can be found on the tables outside the sanctuary. Have questions, contact Amy Wallace at awallace@christcovenant.org.
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Holy Week is quickly approaching, and we hope you are making plans to join us for these special worship services. Each service is located in the sanctuary in the worship center. If you are unable to join us in person for any of these worship services, we hope you will join us online for the livestream at christcovenant.org/live. This is a great time to invite neighbors, friends and family. We have Easter invitations you can use to invite neighbors and friends to come with you! These can be found on the tables outside the sanctuary.
Children’s programs are available on Thursday, April 6 during the Maundy Thursday worship service for children 4 months - 35 months. There are no children’s programs available during the Good Friday worship service. For morning worship on Easter Sunday, children’s programs are available for ages newborn - preschool. For evening worship on Easter Sunday, children’s programs are available for ages newborn - 2 years old. If you have any questions regarding children’s programs, please contact Amy Wallace at awallace@christcovenant.org. |
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No Sunday School classes on Easter Sunday &
New Adult Sunday School Classes begin April 16
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We will not have any Sunday School classes for children, youth or adults on Easter Sunday, April 9. There are new adult Sunday School classes beginning Sunday, April 16. To learn more about the new class offerings, we hope you will pick up a new Sunday School booklet that can be found on the tables as you walk into the sanctuary. |
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Men's Retreat is April 21-23, 2023
Deadline to Registration is April 9
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All men are invited to attend the Men's Retreat on April 21-23, 2023 at Ridge Haven Camp and Retreat Center. Join us as we have panels, testimonies and small group time “Man to Man” learning “how to stir up one another to love and good works, not neglecting to meet together, as is the habit of some, but encouraging one another, and all the more as you see the Day drawing near” (Heb. 10:24-25).
The regular registration rate is $67, and the deadline to register is Sunday, April 9, 2023 at 11:59 pm.
Registration includes Saturday breakfast, lunch & dinner, and Sunday breakfast. The total cost of the men’s retreat is registration plus lodging. The lodging options are as follows: share a room with 1 other man (2 beds) for $119; share a room with 2 other men (3 beds) for $77; share a room with 3 other men (2 bunk beds) for $50. Learn more and register at christcovenant.org/mensretreat2023. |
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"Ask Pastor Kevin"
Sunday evening, April 23
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Join us for an engaging night on Sunday, April 23, during evening worship as we have a hymn-sing and a time to “Ask Pastor Kevin.” This is a time for us to get to know our senior pastor better and to ask him question about his interests, hobbies, family, etc. Kevin often speaks at conferences, and the people there get the chance to ask him questions. This is an opportunity for Christ Covenant to do the same! The focus of this time is getting to know Kevin personally, though some may also want to ask questions about theology or current “hot topics.” All questions should be submitted by Wednesday, April 19 to communications@christcovenant.org. Pastor Tom Groelsema will take these questions and lead an interview time with Kevin on April 23. |
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Women's Ministry Spring Brunch
Thursday, April 27
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Join Christ Covenant Women’s Ministry on Thursday, April 27, from 10:00 am-12:00 pm, in the Community Life Center (CLC), as we enjoy a spring brunch! We will hear from Peggy Dear, one of our church’s senior members, who will share a testimony of the Lord’s faithfulness throughout her life and how she continues to labor for him. This will be a wonderful event, and we encourage you to attend if you are able!
The brunch is potluck-style, so we ask that you register by clicking here. This event is free, and childcare is available on a first-come, first-serve basis. Email Stephanie Bennett at sbennett@christcovenant.org to reserve your child’s spot. We hope to see you there! |
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Gospel Reformation Network Conference
May 3-4, 2023 at Sovereign Grace
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The Gospel Reformation Network (GRN) is celebrating its 50th anniversay this year! All are welcome to attend the upcoming conference on May 3-4, 2023 hosted at Sovereign Grace in Charlotte, NC. Continuing with our “hymn themes,” the title of our conference is Lead on, O King Eternal: Pressing On with Holy Conviction. Those who attend will hear from and spend time with seasoned pastors who, like many of you and your churches, long to see reformation and revival in the PCA. Speakers Kevin DeYoung, Chris Gordon, Peter Lillback, Jonathan Master, Jon Payne, Harry Reeder, and O. Palmer Robertson. This will be a rich time of Christ-centered encouragement and fellowship. Please note that scholarships are available, and seminary students may register at a highly reduced rate ($20). Learn more and register by clicking here.
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Envision Capital Campaign |
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We are hoping to have 100% of the congregation participate in the Envision capital campaign. We are currently at 78%. It’s not too late to turn in your pledge card for the Envision capital campaign! Pledge cards and information about the many upgrades and changes we hope to accomplish through Envision can be found in the brochures and booklets in the worship center and online. You can also make a pledge online at christcovenant.org/envision. We currently have 78% of families participating and $1,176,892 pledges toward our goal of $1,500,000.
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Thank you for your tithes and gifts to all of the ministries of Christ Covenant.
Please continue to pray for God’s provision throughout 2023.
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This email is our e-Courier weekly newsletter, which complements with the printed copy, The Courier, which can be picked up on Sundays at the doors outside the sanctuary. After it goes out by email, it is made available on the News page of our website. On that page, you can read past versions of the newsletter as well as specific news items about our events in greater detail.
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All are invited to join us for worship either in-person or on the livestream at 10:45 am each Sunday morning and at 6:00 pm each Sunday evening. The livestream can be found on ChristCovenant.org or YouTube. |
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