Wednesday, March 20, 2024

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This Weekend

Worship Schedule

8:45 a.m. Traditional Service in the Chapel

9:30 a.m. Contemporary Service in the Sanctuary

11:00 a.m. Contemporary Family Service in the Fellowship Hall

11:00 a.m. Traditional Service in the Sanctuary

Brighter Day Community Choir

Palm Sunday, March 24

9:30 a.m. in the Sanctuary

Brighter Day Community Choir is a Charlotte-based community gospel choir, sharing the love of God, faith, music and fellowship with the city and the world.

Today

Open Table: Final Week Until Fall!

Make sure you join us!

Tonight, the menu is Fried Chicken, Roasted Potatoes, Broccoli/Cauliflower, Rolls, Salad Bar, Tiramisu. To speed up your check-in, prepay for dinner here.

See our programs for all ages.

Try it, you (might) like it: Lenten Worship

Wednesday, March 20

6:30 p.m. in the Chapel and live streamed

For our final week, Rev. Julia Watkins, Chaplain, Davidson College and Covenant Worship Team Ensemble will lead a service focused on this week’s Lenten theme of Forgiveness.

Grief Support Group

Wednesday, March 20

6:30 -7:30 p.m., Fellowship Hall Library

Anyone grieving a loss is invited to join a group of compassionate hearts for a time of support and sharing. Contact Katherine Kerr with questions.

The Cross in Contexts

Wednesday, March 20

6:30 p.m. in Fellowship Hall Room 203 and on Zoom.

As we approach Holy Week and turn our attention to the cross, Suzanne Henderson will help us grow in our understanding of the cross in relation to violence in the Holy Land. This class is based on the book Suzanne Henderson co-wrote with Mitri Raheb called The Cross in Contexts.

Holy Week

Join us for Holy Week at Covenant

Maundy Thursday

March 28, 6:30 p.m. in the Sanctuary

A blend of contemporary worship with a dramatic interpretation of the events leading to Jesus’s death. (Childcare provided.)

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Good Friday

March 29, 6:30 p.m. in the Sanctuary

The last words of Christ from the cross relayed in scripture and music with a traditional tenebrae service led by the Covenant Choir. (Childcare provided.)

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Children's Easter Service

March 30, 10:00 a.m. in the Sanctuary

Kindergarten class performs the Easter story followed by Easter Egg hunts on our playground, pet the spring animals, and enjoy sweet treats. Children and families will be invited to help flower the cross.

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Easter Services

March 31

8:45 a.m. Traditional Service in the Chapel

9:30 a.m. Contemporary Service in the Sanctuary

11:00 a.m. Traditional Service in the Sanctuary

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Church office is closed on Monday, April 1

New Announcements

First Sunday: de’Angelo DIA

Sunday, April 7

9:30 - 10:30 a.m., Fellowship Hall and on Zoom

"Theopoet" and mystic de'Angelo DIA examines culture and moral imagination through poetry, performance art, and photography. He’ll help us explore the ways in which childhood nostalgia, media, art, literature can engage the Divine and bear witness to the Divine in others. Together, we’ll ask the question, “As we encounter stories that aren’t our own, how is our faith affected?”

Campus Work Crew

It takes a lot of work to keep our campus beautiful and functional. We're looking for folks available during the week who love to pressure wash, are good with a paint brush, have a green thumb, or are just flat handy. Email Zeno Wall, if you'd like to help.

Seventh Grade Milestone

Sunday, March 24

4:00 - 5:30 p.m., Fellowship Hall

All seventh graders are invited to participate in a discussion about their spiritual gifts and personality types. This gathering will provide an opportunity to explore and understand unique talents and how to contribute to the Church and the Body of Christ. Members of the Covenant community will share their insights and experiences, offering guidance on how these gifts can be dedicated to serve the greater good. Contact Andy Wertz with questions.

Summer Camps by Recreation Ministries

Sports Camp- June 24-27, 9:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.

This camp is designed to help teach kids the fundamentals and skills in soccer, baseball, football and basketball. There will be games each day to help campers show off their skills. (1-5 graders, cost $180)

Imagination Station- July 15-18, 9:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.

This field trip camp will take campers to fun, cool places to expand their imaginations. We will visit places like Discovery Place and the Raptor Center to let kids see the wonders that are out there! (K-3 graders, cost $195)

Creative Camp- August 12-15, 9:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.

This camp uses kids creativity to the fullest. From science experiments and art projects to building with Legos and writing their own books, this camp is fun! (1-5 graders, cost $180)

College And Seminary Scholarships

Covenant awards scholarships to deserving college students for undergraduate and graduate studies. The undergraduate fund provides need-based support for graduating high school seniors and current college freshmen. Scholarships are also available for study at Union Presbyterian Seminary and any graduate study that leads to a life of Christian service. Learn more and apply here. Applications are due May 1.

The Relatives’ Volunteer Day

Saturday, April 20, 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.

One of our mission partners, The Relatives, is a system of resources that helps youth find shelter and support. They are celebrating 50 years of service to our community, and are looking for 50 NEW volunteers to give their On Ramp Resource Center a refresh. Sign up here to help!

Reminders

Cook Texas Hash for Roof Above

Needed by April 20

Looking for a Spring Break service activity? Quarterly, we serve donated Texas Hash casseroles to more than 300 men experiencing homelessness. Texas Hash can be prepared at home at any time and brought to Fellowship Hall freezer for storage. Making Texas Hash is easy and a fun activity with kids. Click here for the recipe and further instructions.

Be a Harambee Reader for Freedom School

June & July, 8:30 - 9:00 a.m. at Highland Renaissance Academy

Freedom School is the summer learning program we support at Highland Renaissance Academy every year. Harambee is a daily pep rally designed to celebrate and affirm each Freedom School participant. In addition to songs, cheers, and chants, Harambee includes time for a visitor from the community to inspire and share the magic of books with our scholars. Learn more and sign up to be a guest reader for Harambee here.

Hornets Game

Spectrum Center, April 5, 7:00 p.m.

Join Covenant friends and families at a Hornets game to support our youth basketball league and the opportunity for some of our young players to be on the court during the National Anthem. Buy your tickets here.

VBS Registration Now Open

Register here for a fun week of VBS, August 5-9! Vacation Bible School programming is for children ages 4 through rising 5 grade and there will be many volunteer opportunities for middle, high school, and adults. Childcare will be provided for volunteers with children 4 and under. There will also be aftercare available from 12:00 -3:00 p.m. Monday through Thursday.

Summer Intern for Christian Discipleship

Come join the team this summer at Covenant! The summer intern for Christian discipleship will enjoy a broad range of experiences in ministry and should be committed to growing in a life of Christian faith and interested in exploring how to help children, youth, and adults grow in their journeys of faith, as well. Visit our website for the full job description and how to apply.