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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Covenant’s Very Own Mystery
This chalice dates to the mid-1900’s. It is seen in photographs of Covenant in the 1970’s. While its origin is unknown it is too new to be part of the church at its founding in 1922 or its first building in 1924. It is believed that the chalice might be the one mentioned by Rev….
Covenant’s History Continues: The Second 25 Years
Did you know that to temporarily meet the needs for meeting and Sunday School space, Covenant purchased an army surplus building? It was dedicated as Sunshine Hall on December 1, 1948. The post-WWII years were a period of tremendous growth for Springfield and for Covenant. Learn more about the leadership, buildings, and activities in the…
The Newest “Daughter of Covenant” Introduces Her Daughter
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,…
June’s Communion Chalice – A Husband’s Tribute to His Wife
The chalice, used on June 5 (Pentecost and Communion Sunday), was designed and crafted in 1988 by Covenant member Leon (Lee) Sperow in memory of his wife Elizabeth H. Sperow who passed away in 1987. Lee was an engineer at General Electric, a jewelry maker and long-time Covenant member. Lee passed away in 2009. This…
Together we can do a little good: Community Service Fair
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…
The Greatest of These is Love – Covenant Celebrates 100 Years of Weddings
On September 18, a video of wedding photographs was premiered as part of Covenant’s Celebration of Marriage and Commitment. It contains photos from 49 couples. Anniversary years range from 1945 to 2021. In some cases, there are photos from multiple generations of families who were married at Covenant. Thanks to all who contributed these special…
