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 History Continues: The Third 25 Years
The third installment of the History of Covenant spanning 1972 to 1997 shows a time of activity and involvement. Activities included the beginning of Covenant’s commitment to the Appalachian Service Project, the CROP Walk for Hunger, partnerships with other churches such as St. Daniel’s UMC in Chester, the Reassurance phone ministry, and work with Habitat…
Covenant Celebrates Its 100th Palm Sunday
With palm branches, choir and percussion, and very loud “Hosannas” from the congregation directed by Pastor Kevin, Covenant celebrated its 100th Palm Sunday. As Pastor Mark noted, Palm Sunday remembers Jesus’ triumphal entry into Jerusalem and Passion Sunday, the beginning of Holy Week. Watch the service below.
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,…
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…
Pastor Sharon Vandegrift (2004-2009) Remembers Covenant’s “Heart for Mission”
Dear Friends of Covenant Church, I was privileged to serve Covenant from 2004 until 2009. When I ponder my time there, three words come to mind: Mission, Music, and Memorials. Covenant’s heart for mission on global, national and local levels was always inspiring. A church, who realizes that they exist not for themselves but for…
Gift for Long-Time Members Shows Covenant in a Unique Way
Using objects and architecture elements unique to Covenant, Jennifer Terry fashioned this photo collage that spells “Covenant”. Those with continuous membership of 50 or more years received this gift. Can you identify the elements and where they are located in the church? You’ll find the answers below.