Join us Each week in person or online
Sundays at 9:30am.
THIS WEEK AT A GLANCE
Sunday Sermon
1 Thessalonians 3:11-13
FEATURED UPDATES
MIDWEEK children’s PROGRAM
Midweek Children’s program began this week (Wednesday, October 11th) We will meet every other Wednesday to coincide with the Women’s Evening Bible Study. 6:30-8 PM.
Questions? Contact Susan Cornett at susan.cornett@gecovenant.org
women’s bible studies
Our Women’s Evening Bible Study began this Wednesday night, October 11, 6:30-8 PM (coincides with the Midweek children’s program). We are in the book of Acts. Pastor Dawn will upload a video on the previous lesson, so you can watch if you missed it.
Thanks to all who have already signed up for our study! You can register here and please join us even if you haven’t signed up. If you have any questions, please email Pastor Dawn Lauber at dawn.lauber@gecovenant.org
Midweek Women's Bible Study Registration
Join our Zoom Bible Studies from wherever you are – in town, out of town, no need to leave your home.
Tuesdays, 9:30-11am: Hebrews starting in October
Saturdays, 8-9:30am: preview of Bible text for each Sunday’s sermon
The weekly meetings are not strictly structured, and Karen Hudson serves as a good reference person in both groups. She is a Wycliffe bible translation consultant, very familiar with the bible and knows Hebrew and Greek.
Zoom link. (password if needed: Welcome!)
Questions: Fern Williams (630-945-2725; billnfern711@gmail.com) or Wendy Miller (wendy@darrenandwendy.com; 630-596-6487).
hi-league fall retreat
The Hi League Fall Retreat is this weekend! Don't forget to sign up and if you haven't already you can Click here for the link.
We meet this Saturday, October 14th at the church at 1:15p and depart at 1:30p for Bethany Beach. Bring a sleeping bag along with weather appropriate clothing, bible/journal, and overnight essentials.
We arrive back at the church on Sunday at 3:00p. We will update the @geecstudents Instagram for exact arrival time.
The total cost including transportation, 3 meals, and activities is $50. Checks can be made out to GEECC or Glen Ellyn Covenant Church.
If you have any questions about payment or pricing, feel free to reach out to Joseph Sawyer, Director of Student Ministries at joseph.sawyer@gecovenant.org
congregational meeting
Congregational meeting immediately following worship and before Sunday school this Sunday October 15th. We will vote on a new worship leader, two new members, and a proposal for a new boiler.
adult sunday school
Three Adult Sunday School Classes October 8th and 15th, “The Beloved Community” (Gym), “Continuing the Conversation” (Chapel), and Skye Jethani on “Right Now Media” (Conference Room)
Midweek Evening Bible Studies; women and men meeting on opposite Wednesdays till December. 6:30-8 PM.
Women began October 11th studying the book of Acts with Pastor Dawn.
Men begin on October 18th studying from 1st Timothy with Pastor Jeff. Bring a friend, neighbor, co-worker, or family member!
Sunday school for Jr. and High League meets every Sunday in the Student Ministries room.
Windsor Lunch with the Pastors - October 12th and 26th 11:30am in the Bistro. Bring your own lunch.
food drive announcement
We will be collecting food for the upcoming food drive!
Each bag will have an attached list of items that need to be collected. They are located on a table outside the sanctuary.
Please return the bags before this Friday, October 13th.
trunk-oR-treat!
Trunk-or-treat is Wednesday, October 25th! Use the QR code above or the link below to sign up to host a trunk!
More details coming soon!
CHURCH PRAYER MEETING!
“Devote yourselves to prayer, being watchful and thankful.” -Colossians 4:2
ATTENTION: The Church prayer meetings are on Zoom every Monday night at 7pm!
Zoom ID: 859 848 614
Password: geecc
All are welcome to this sweet hour of prayer! See you there!
MISSIONS FOCUS
Repeat Boutique Celebrates 50 Years of Service
Repeat Boutique will celebrate its 50th anniversary this coming Friday! The not-for-profit organization is a Christian non-denominational volunteer service ministry that provides clothing and practical household goods to refugees, low-income families, and Christian workers.
One of our local partners, members of our church have been active in the organization through the years and some currently volunteer there.
Household items (e.g., dishes and cookware, linens, books, and toys) as well as clothing are provided free to clients with a referral. World Relief, with a location next door, is a collaborative partner. Other sources of referrals include local churches, charitable organizations, and government agencies. Repeat Boutique serves more than 200 families monthly.
Donations may be dropped off Monday through Friday, 8:30 am – 1:30 pm, at the rear entrance of the building at 191 South Gary Ave in Carol Stream. Look for door E-3 or the collection container nearby.