In 1986, the Chancel Choir gave a set of four pottery communion cups and plates in memory of Millie Stretton. Millie was a member of the Chancel Choir for many years. The set was made by potter, Suzanne Kent, a former member of Covenant. The two cups displayed are the only cups remaining of the original four. The original plates are still intact. This Communion Set will be used during the service on Sunday, April 3, 2022.
On October 2, Rev. Bob Mongold, who served Covenant as Senior Pastor from 1988 to 2004, returned to the pulpit. Bob and his wife Dianne traveled from their retirement home in Williamsburg, VA to take part in the Anniversary celebration. Bob recalled that his years at Covenant have been among the happiest of his life….
Covenant’s last 25 years were years of celebration paired with service. This period began with Covenant’s 75th Anniversary Celebration, which included the renovation of a Habitat for Humanity house in Chester as part of Covenant’s Miracles in Missions. In 2001 Covenant’s Connection Campaign resulted in the building of Wesley Hall, a welcome and reception space…
The chalice used for Communion on November 6 was given in loving memory of Frederick William Schwarz by his wife, Jane in 1975. It is sterling silver and number 43 of a limited edition. This chalice is a copy of one given to Francis Asbury by John Wesley in 1785. The original is on display…
The Larry Lucker family gifted Covenant this communion set in memory of their wife and mother, Jane Lucker, many years ago. This set was used during January and February of Covenant’s Anniversary Year.
On October 16, Rev. Russell Atkinson returned to Covenant. Russell grew up at Covenant, singing in the choir, attending Youth Group and Confirmation. He answered the Call to the ministry and has served many churches throughout the Eastern Pennsylvania Conference of the UMC and has been very involved in mission projects. He is currently serving…
Covenant’s 100th Easter Celebration was indeed joyous. Following Communion and foot/hand washing on Holy Thursday and two solemn and contemplative services on Good Friday, Covenant’s Holy Week ended with powerful music, bells, and a retelling of the Resurrection from John’s Gospel. The first “normal” Easter Sunday since the beginning of the Pandemic saw more than…