We Remember 1922-1947
Throughout the Anniversary Year, our Archivist, Nancy Hansen, will provide short histories each spanning 25 years. Here’s the first installment complete with some great pictures of the people who made Covenant happen.
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On a beautiful September afternoon, featuring weather that any bride and groom would wish for, seven couples renewed their vows surrounded by more than 40 friends and family in person and online. The service, which was based on the traditional wedding service from the United Methodist Book of Worship, included the traditional vows and a…
Last Covenant History Published
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…
A Time of Goodbyes and New Beginnings
On June 26, Covenant said goodbye to Pastor Kevin and his family. The Rutledge’s called Covenant and Springfield home for 6 years. We remember Kevin’s talent for digital ministry, his enthusiasm for youth and families, and his innovative spirit. We remember Rebecca’s dedication to Youth Sunday School. Of course, who could forget Joshua and Eliana…
Girl Scouts Receive Anniversary Patches
Covenant celebrated Girl Scout Sunday on March 20. To commemorate the event and the important place the Girl Scouts have in the Covenant Family, Brownie Troop 5555 and Senior Troop 5783 and their leaders will receive custom-made patches with the Covenant Anniversary logo. Troop 5555 has a membership of 25. Troop 5783 has 13 members….
Covenant Nursery School Celebrates Anniversary Hands Down
Visit Wesley Hall to see the mural made by the Covenant Nursery School (CNS) children to help the Church celebrate its Anniversary. The children explored the question: How much is 100? To understand how much 100 is in a visual way, the children made a mural of 100 handprints! The children talked about how their…
Covenant Celebrates Pentecost with Long-Time Member Celebration
On June 5th, Covenant’s 100th Pentecost, members with 50 or more years of continuous membership were honored. During the service those in attendance were recognized (see photo below). All were acknowledged in the bulletin insert (see below) and received a special gift. See photos below from the reception that followed.