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WOMEN’S BIBLE STUDY
Women's Bible Study New Topic: Deuteronomy/ the Kindness of God
Join other women for Bible study and a warm time of fellowship.
Tuesdays, 9:30-11am – Topic: Why did Jesus quote from the book of Deuteronomy more than any other book? It is about the kindness of God. Join us this fall for a new way of looking at Deuteronomy. For an overview of the book, see The Bible Project video: https://bibleproject.com/explore/video/deuteronomy/.
Saturdays, 8-9:30am – Topic: Join us to fellowship, pray, and preview the scripture passage for Sunday’s worship service.
Currently meeting via Zoom; looking at options for hybrid in-person and Zoom format this fall. No commitment and no preparation needed. Visitors welcome - stop in and try it out!
For the Zoom link, please contact the church office (630-469-5405 or info@gecovenant.org).
For questions, contact either Susan Ferrell (shferal@gmail.com) or Karen Hudson.
CHURCH PRAYER MEETING!
“Devote yourselves to prayer, being watchful and thankful.” Colossians 4:2
The Church prayer meetings are on Zoom every Monday night at 7pm!
Zoom ID: 859 848 614
Password: geecc
All are welcomed to this sweet hour of prayer! See you there!
Hudson-Renfroe shower invitation
Greetings,
All women are invited to a wedding shower to celebrate the November wedding of Daniel Hudson and Whitney Renfroe. Danny is a long-time member of our church, and son of Jim and Karen Hudson who have served our church diligently for many years.
When: This Saturday, October 22nd, 2:00pm
Where: Family Life Center, Glen Ellyn Covenant Church
If you would like to help provide refreshments for the shower, you may sign up using this link.
Danny and Whitney continue to add items to their registry at The Knot and would also welcome IKEA gift cards. If you would like to contribute to a group gift, or have any questions, please contact Kristin Kriegbaum (adair.spirit@gmail.com or 630-294-0045).
We hope that you will be able to join us on the 22nd!
Kristin Kriegbaum
75th anniversary Luncheon RSVP!
In 1946 a small group of families heard God's call to plant a church on the corner of Kenilworth and Hawthorne in Glen Ellyn Illinois. Three quarters of a century later, that church stands, much changed in appearance and size but not at all in purpose--to know Christ Jesus and to make Him known. This year we are privileged to celebrate the 75th Anniversary of the Glen Ellyn Evangelical Church by recognizing and proclaiming God's faithfulness in the past, the present, and the future.
In addition to celebrating God's faithfulness in our worship service, you are invited to join us for a catered Italian luncheon in Pollack Hall immediately following. There will be a hearty menu with some options for those who are gluten-free and for kids, too. In addition, there will be cookbooks made by members of the church for purchase! We are selling the books 2 - $20 or 1 - $15
Deadline for RSVP is this Sunday!
OUR 75TH ANNIVERSARY CELEBRATION IS OCTOBER 30TH!
RSVP HERE
Cookbooks for sale!
The 75th Anniversary luncheon is right around the corner, and what better way to continue the celebration then by making meals created by members of the Church family!
These will be available for purchase after the lunch celebration. We are selling the books 2 - $20 or 1 - $15. Each recipe is made by the members of the church, perfect for any occasion!
Dig in and enjoy!
75th ANNIVERSARY CHOIR REHERSALS
The final exclamation point celebrating the church’s 75th Anniversary will occur on Sunday, October 30th with a dinner following worship. We are putting together a choir to sing in worship on that Sunday.
ALL ARE INVITED TO JOIN! Rehearsals will be on the following Sundays, during the Sunday School hour, 11:00-11:45: Sunday, October 2nd, Sunday October 16th and October 23rd.
Contact Leslie with questions or an exuberant response of “I’ll be there!”
Third Quarter Announcement
Third-quarter statements were mailed to all donors. If you have any questions, or did not receive yours, please contact Financial Secretary Wendy Miller (giving@gecovenant.org or 630-596-6487) or Treasurer Brad Rosengren (bradrosengren@gmail.com). Thank you!
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Winter Retreat!
Student Ministry Update
MARK YOUR CALENDAR FOR WINTER CAMP!!!!!
6th-12th grade!
January 27-29th 2023
Covenant Harbor – Lake Geneva, WI
More details to come! Hope to see you there!
MISSIONS FOCUS
MISSIONS FOCUS
Glen Ellyn Food Pantry
What a terrific response to our food drive! The bags of food donated for the Pantry totaled 614 pounds!
Volunteering--either working with clients or helping with other activities--is another meaningful way to help. If interested, contact the Missions Committee at missions@gecovenant.org.
Ongoing Opportunities
For other ongoing needs and opportunities with our missions partners, contact Darren Miller or write to missions@gecovenant.org. If interested, ask to be added to the list to receive newsletter updates.
Stop by the Missions display case to see pictures and other highlights of our missionaries. For information on how to pray for them, contact Diane Brown to receive the GE COV Prayer Letter.