Communion Sets, one or more chalices (cups) and patens (plates), are used when celebrating this sacred meal. In this picture, Harry Yohn, member of Covenant from 1958 until his passing in 2019, shows Covenant’s sets, many of which were memory gifts and crafted by members. Look for posts, over the next few months that highlight the stories behind Covenant’s Communion Sets and their use during this Anniversary Year.
Sunday, February 1912-1:30 pmFellowship Hall Find your next volunteer opportunity at Covenant’s Community Service Fair! Looking for a way to spend more time with your kids? Need community service hours for scouting or honor society? Want a way to give back to your community? Trying to meet some new people? There’s something for everyone with…
On Sunday, February 12, 21 scouts and leaders from Troop 512 joined the Covenant community in worship. The members participated in the worship service and then helped sort and box the Souper Bowl of Caring contributions. The troop currently has 68 scouts and 34 leaders. Three of the scouts are working toward their Eagle Award….
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…
You [the people of Covenant] are always in our thoughts and prayers as you go into the future. In April, Bruce and Ellen Hazelwood sent a reflection in honor of Covenant’s Anniversary and their time with us. Read Pastor Bruce’s complete reflection below.
Dear Friends at Covenant UMC, I am writing this update with great joy in my heart. Some of you might know me and saw me grow up at Covenant. I can say with confidence, that if it were not for my years growing up at Covenant, and all the pastors, Sunday school, years of VBS,…
The call to come to Covenant came as a surprise! But, Dale and Patti found many of the same blessings that are still in evidence at Covenant today (even though the names have changed): excellent staff, a great music program, and a nursery school with a terrific reputation. Pastor Dale served as Senior Pastor from…