GE COV Weekly Newsletter

Join us Each week in person or online
Sundays at 9:30am.

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QUICK LINKS

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THIS WEEK AT A GLANCE

SUNDAY SERMON

FIRST SUNDAY OF ADVENT

Micah 7:1-8

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FEATURED UPDATES

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!

LUCIA SERVICE 2022!

Join us on December 11th for the annual Lucia service, serving a great reminder that God’s light shines through even in our darkest times. The service begins at 5pm in the Sanctuary, with a reception to follow in the FLC. If you would like to volunteer to help, sign ups can be found in Higher Grounds.

All are welcomed!

“While I am in the world, I am the light of the world.” -John 9:5

IMPORTANT CHURCH EVENTS AND DATES FOR THE HOLIDAYS!

Sunday School – We will have Sunday school on the following days. Nov. 27th, December 4th.

                                We will NOT have Sunday School beginning December 11th until January 8th, 2023.

                                On January 8th, Sunday School will resume.

Lucia – Please Join us on December 11th for our annual Lucia service at 5pm in the sanctuary.

                If you would like to volunteer to help, sign ups can be found in Higher Grounds.

Christmas Eve Candlelight Service – Saturday, December 24th at 5pm.

Christmas Morning Church Service – Sunday December 25th. 9:30 AM in the Sanctuary. 

Church Office Closed December 26th – December 30th. (Church Staff still available by email and cell and mail will still function)

New Year’s Day –New Year’s Potluck Breakfast Church service. Sunday January 1st, 9:30am in the FLC.

NUMINOUS EXHIBIT

 Numinous--Derived from the Latin numen—
“arousing spiritual or religious emotion, mysterious or
awe-inspiring”

Come see the new exhibit in the South Alcove and Sanctuary of our church and hopefully you will be inspired to think of your own experiences with the numinous!

MISSIONS FOCUS

Missions Focus

Urbana Student Missions Conference

The Urbana Missions Conference, sponsored by Intervarsity Christian Fellowship and held once every three years, is happening in Indianapolis Dec. 28 ̶ 31. “The Urbana Student Missions Conference is a milestone moment. It’s a sacred space for vibrant, multicultural worship, dynamic Bible teachings, and eye-opening testimonies from the global Church. It’s a space for whole-life, whole-world discipleship — discovering how God is calling us to use our gifts and passions in his global mission.” Several of the missionaries that we have supported attended the conference in years past and confirmed their call there.

GEECC has funds available that could support GEECC college students interested in attending. Are you developing a passion for missions or ministry? The conference is “. . . a space to discover, discern, and decide your next steps in joining God’s global mission” (https://urbana.org/conference). Contact Pastor Jeff or Darren Miller (missions@gecovenant.org) soon as registration by Nov. 30 allows discounted housing rates.

Missionary Christmas Letters

Stop by the table in the atrium by Sunday, Dec. 11 to leave a note for and sign the Christmas letters to our missionaries.

Other Opportunities

For details on ongoing needs and opportunities with our missions partners, contact Darren Miller, write to missions@gecovenant.org, or visit the websites of the missions partners of interest. Also consider being added to the distribution list for our partners’ newsletters.

The missions display case has highlights of our missionaries and missions partners. The GE COV Prayer Letter shares information on how we may pray for our missionaries. Contact Diane Brown to be added to the Prayer Letter distribution list. 

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GE COV Weekly Newsletter

Join us Each week in person or online
Sundays at 9:30am.

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QUICK LINKS

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THIS WEEK AT A GLANCE

SUNDAY SERMON

TREASURES IN HEAVEN

Matthew 6:19-24

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FEATURED UPDATES

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!

LUCIA SERVICE 2022!

Join us on December 11th for the annual Lucia service, serving a great reminder that God’s light shines through even in our darkest times. The service begins at 5pm in the FLC, with a reception to follow.

All are welcomed!

“While I am in the world, I am the light of the world.” -John 9:5

75th Anniversary Celebration!

We thank God for the joy-FULL celebration of our 75th Anniversary on October 30. What a joy to have a big crowd of folks who joined together to thank God for his faithfulness. Thank you to the many hands who helped make the luncheon a wonderful event!

 We are still hoping there are folks who want to contribute to the costs for the event. If you are able to help out, please use this link: Contribute to 75th Anniversary Luncheon, place checks in the offering or mail to the church. Many thanks for your contributions!

Any questions about tax-deductibility, contact the Financial Secretary Wendy (giving@gecovenant.org or 630-596-6487).

MISSIONS FOCUS

Missions Focus

Missionary Christmas Letters

Christmas letters that we will be sending to our missionaries are available in the atrium through Sunday, Dec. 11. Our missionaries enjoy hearing from the congregation and are encouraged by our greetings and notes. We hope everyone will stop by the table to sign the letters.

Other Opportunities

For details on ongoing needs and opportunities with our missions partners, contact Darren Miller, write to missions@gecovenant.org, or visit the websites of the missions partners of interest. Also consider being added to the distribution list for our partners’ newsletters.

 The missions display case has highlights of our missionaries and missions partners. The GE COV Prayer Letter shares information on how we may pray for our missionaries. Contact Diane Brown to be added to the Prayer Letter distribution list. 

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GE COV Weekly Newsletter

Join us Each week in person or online
Sundays at 9:30am.

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QUICK LINKS

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THIS WEEK AT A GLANCE

SUNDAY SERMON

PRAYER AND FASTING

Matthew 6:5-18

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FEATURED UPDATES

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!

Makerspace Creative Prayer!

The Maker's Space next session on  praying creatively is next Sunday, November 13, from 4-6pm.  Please note the new time to accommodate the church business meeting.

This is a safe place to bring friends, neighbors or teenagers who want to explore a creative way to pray.  Come and carve out some time to listen to God and see what He has to say!

Please RSVP to 2013themakersspace@gmail.com for your spot with supplies.

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Kriste Sveen

MISSIONS FOCUS

Missions Focus

 There are recurring needs and opportunities with our missions partners beyond those frequently highlighted here. For details on those items contact Darren Miller, write to missions@gecovenant.org, or visit the websites of the missions partners of interest. Also consider being added to the distribution list for our partners’ newsletters.

 The missions display case has highlights of our missions partners and includes pictures. The GE COV Prayer Letter shares information on how we may pray for our missionaries. Contact Diane Brown to be added to the Prayer Letter distribution list. 

 Please watch this space for new updates in the future.

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GE COV Weekly Newsletter

Join us Each week in person or online
Sundays at 9:30am.

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QUICK LINKS

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THIS WEEK AT A GLANCE

SUNDAY SERMON

GIVING TO THE NEEDY

Matthew 6:1-4

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FEATURED UPDATES

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!

Makerspace Creative Prayer!

The Maker's Space next session on  praying creatively is November 13, from 4-6pm.  Please note the new time to accommodate the church business meeting.

This is a safe place to bring friends, neighbors or teenagers who want to explore a creative way to pray.  Come and carve out some time to listen to God and see what He has to say!

Please RSVP to 2013themakersspace@gmail.com for your spot with supplies.

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Kriste Sveen

Look! See What God’s doing- Children’s Ministry Weekly Church Update

Father and Son Dodgeball night!

This week we started our midweek gathering for our children’s ministry. The dads and boys (k-5) got together for a night of dodgeball and devotion. It was a blast!

 This is the beginning of our efforts to build a midweek program for our children’s ministry. After many planning meetings and conversations, we’ve decided to take a “softer” approach to our midweek programming. Sparked Vision, rolled out in 2021 to be the vision and structure of our midweek program, is still the direction we’re headed to provide a meaningful midweek service for our kids and be an outreach tool for the community. However, in effort to build community first, we’re going to begin by providing more relaxed opportunities for families to gather so that people inside and outside of our church can connect with one another.

 How we’ve decided to do this is by offering twice a month a night for Dads and Boys to gather and Moms and Girls to gather to play. The Moms and Girls group is still in the works with plans to launch early next year.

 If you’re a guy, we’re inviting you to come join us! Come gather with other guys and boys every other Tuesday.

 Tell your friends!

 Next meeting: Tuesday November 15, 2022 6:00PM-7:30PM in the Gym.

See you there!

MISSIONS FOCUS

MISSIONS FOCUS

There are some recurring needs and opportunities with our missions partners beyond those we highlight here from time to time. For information on those items, contact Darren Miller, write to missions@gecovenant.org, or visit the missions partners’ websites. Also consider being added to the distribution list for our partners’ newsletters.

The missions display case has pictures of our missionaries and highlights of their activities. The GE COV Prayer Letter shares information on how we may pray for our missionaries. Contact Diane Brown to be added to the Prayer Letter distribution list. 
  

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.

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GE COV Weekly Newsletter

Join us Each week in person or online
Sundays at 9:30am.

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QUICK LINKS

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THIS WEEK AT A GLANCE

SUNDAY SERMON

75th ANNIVERSARY

Psalm 90

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FEATURED UPDATES

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!

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

OUR 75TH ANNIVERSARY CELEBRATION IS NEXT SUNDAY!

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!

Makerspace Creative Prayer!

The Maker's Space next session on  praying creatively is November 13, from 4-6pm.  Please note the new time to accommodate the church business meeting.

This is a safe place to bring friends, neighbors or teenagers who want to explore a creative way to pray.  Come and carve out some time to listen to God and see what He has to say!

Please RSVP to 2013themakersspace@gmail.com for your spot with supplies.

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Kriste Sveen

Jesus- Yesterday, Today and Forever

"The 3 banners in the front of the sanctuary, represent the theme of our 75th Anniversary celebration, "Jesus--the same yesterday, today and forever."  The first banner is a depiction of Glen Ellyn Covenant's original building including the cornerstone, depicting yesterday. The second banner is today's present building, and the third is forever in the "new Jerusalem."

Look! See What God’s doing- Student Ministry Weekly Church Update

DATE CORRECTIONS

Student Ministry Update

The winter retreat has changed its dates to February 10th-12th. It will NOT be in January. The location remains the same.

Covenant Harbor – Lake Geneva, WI

 More details to come! Hope to see you there!

MISSIONS FOCUS

MISSIONS FOCUS

Love Offering

 Concluding our Glen Ellyn Food Pantry feature this month we will receive the Love Offering this coming Sunday, Oct. 30, for the Pantry. If you are inclined to help in other ways, the Pantry would love to have more volunteers to work with clients and help with other activities.

 Partnership Impact, Partner Gratitude

 The Missions Team continues enjoying reading newsletters from our partners and is also now receiving and reviewing Annual Missionary Partner Updates. Two examples of partnership impact and partner gratitude are:

Covenant World Relief & Development

Peter and Anna

 This couple, serving in Taiwan, had this to say about our partnership: “We have been friends and partners with GEECC for a long time and have been blessed in so many ways. When our daughter had surgery, there was help and prayers; when we needed things, GEECC helped to find them. When we visited, we felt cared for and invited. Thank you! Please keep doing these things as missionaries are deeply touched and strengthened in spirit by your prayers and actions.”

 Stop by the Missions display case to see more about Peter and Anna and other ministry partners.
  

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.

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GE COV Weekly Newsletter

Join us Each week in person or online
Sundays at 9:30am.

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QUICK LINKS

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THIS WEEK AT A GLANCE

SUNDAY SERMON

TEACHINGS ON RETALIATION

Matthew 5:38-42

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FEATURED UPDATES

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!”

Leslie.hodgkinson@gecovenant.org

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!

Look! See What God’s doing- Student Ministry Weekly Church Update

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.

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GE COV Weekly Newsletter

Join us Each week in person or online
Sundays at 9:30am.

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QUICK LINKS

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THIS WEEK AT A GLANCE

SUNDAY SERMON

TEACHINGS ON DIVORCE AND OATHS

Matthew 5:31-37

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FEATURED UPDATES

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: 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 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.

Deadline to RSVP is this Sunday!

OUR 75TH ANNIVERSARY CELEBRATION IS OCTOBER 30TH!

RSVP HERE

Cookbooks for sale!

The 75th Anniversary 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!”

Leslie.hodgkinson@gecovenant.org

PIZZA FUNDRAISER!

Dine in or order to go your families Barones dinner.  Mention The Ark Preschool and 20% of the total sale comes back to our ARK Preschool fundraiser.  October 19th 4:00 to 9:00 PM. 

Barones is located at 475 Pennsylvania Ave, Glen Ellyn.  For orders to go, please call 630-858-0555.  Don't forget to just mention The Ark preschool when placing your order.  

Dig in!

Look! See What God’s doing- Student Ministry Weekly Church Update

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

 Door hangers with an insert about options for donating to the Pantry were distributed. If you received one and have not already done so, consider how you might respond. Also, this month our Love Offering will be for the Pantry--another option for helping those in need in advance of the Thanksgiving holiday. 

 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.

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GE COV Weekly Newsletter

Join us Each week in person or online
Sundays at 9:30am.

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THIS WEEK AT A GLANCE

SUNDAY SERMON

TEACHINGS ON ADULTERY

Matthew 5:27-30

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FEATURED UPDATES

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: 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

MAKERSPACE CREATIVE PRAYER

The Maker’s Space grew out of our congregation of GEECC in 2013, and is going into our 9th year of meetings of many different people. It is a place where we welcome creativity in our lives and introduce our creative Creator to our friends in our community. It is a safe place where you and your friends will feel welcomed. This year’s sessions will focus on Creative Prayer, using art to have a conversation with God. Having a conversation with a friend requires listening as well as talking, and we will be using art as a tool in the conversation process, especially when there are no words to describe our emotions. We will explore different kinds of prayer using different art mediums.

The October session of The Maker's Space will have a time of creating and listening to what's on your heart and hearing what is on the heart of God. We will explore two kinds of prayer, lament and praise and water based painting with pen and ink mediums. The importance is on the process not necessarily on the end product, although the art continues to speak long after the session is over. Come and explore how the arts can be a way to come out of the busyness of life and to hear purpose and validation of how much the Creator loves you.

Mark your calendars and invite your friends to the following sessions;

Oct. 9 Lament and praise

Nov. 13 Forgiveness and Thanksgiving

Jan. 15 Guest Artist Alison Tisdale Régnier “Paint your Heart Out”

All sessions are Sunday, 5-7pm in Munson Hall

Read more @www.themakersspace.us and RSVP@2013themakersspace@gmail.com

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!”

Leslie.hodgkinson@gecovenant.org

PIZZA FUNDRAISER!

Dine in or order to go your families Barones dinner.  Mention The Ark Preschool and 20% of the total sale comes back to our ARK Preschool fundraiser.  October 19th 4:00 to 9:00 PM. 

Barones is located at 475 Pennsylvania Ave, Glen Ellyn.  For orders to go, please call 630-858-0555.  Don't forget to just mention The Ark preschool when placing your order.  

Dig in!

EMBRACING HOPE DURING ANXIOUS TIMES

The world is full of anxiety, fear, frustration, and confusion today. At every turn it seems we encounter political polarization, social division, racial tensions, and non-stop crises. It’s no wonder many are confused about how to live faithfully without contributing to the culture wars or disengaging altogether.

 How do we, as disciples of Jesus Christ, find peace and enjoy a flourishing life where we keep in step with the Spirit? How do we embrace hope in a world that often appears hopeless? Join us for an important evening in which Stuart McAllister will take a serious look at today’s concerns and point to the hope we can have despite our anxieties. There will be a period for question and response with Stuart as we seek to chart a way forward in these disorienting times.

 Registration is FREE. Click here to register!

 Our Speaker: Since Stuart McAllister's conversion in 1977, he has traveled the globe proclaiming the gospel of Jesus Christ, first smuggling Bibles and Christian resources to churches behind the Iron Curtain. For nearly forty-five years, Stuart’s regularly spoken to students, business professionals, and government leaders. He’s contributed chapters to several books and most recently co-authored Faith that Lasts: A Father and Son on Cultivating Lifelong Belief with his son, Cameron. He and his wife, Mary, live in the Atlanta suburbs.

Look! See What God’s doing- Children's Ministries Weekly Church Update

My wife pretty regularly volunteers in the nursery.  I volunteer for a few things now and again, but the nursery is not something for which, left to my own devices, I would typically volunteer.

 But then Jen Casey asked if couples would be willing to volunteer for nursery duty.  Hmmm.  Why not?  I’ve got kids and grandkids.  I love babies and toddlers.

 It was great.  Not just because of the 7 babies and toddlers for whom we cared during the service (although the kids were great too).  But what a wonderful opportunity for my wife and I to connect with some young parents.  Intergenerational at its best!

 Some parents we knew well, but connected in a new way.  Some we knew a bit, and got to know a little better.  Some were new to our church.  One mom was on her first visit and we were able to welcome her in a way we couldn’t have in the sanctuary. Another mom was going to drop off her child, but a bit of separation anxiety kept mom in the nursery and we had a chance to chat and get to know her better.  For another set of parents it was the first time leaving their baby in the nursery (baby was ok; parents a bit nervous).  A middle schooler from our church had also volunteered to help.  What a cool thing, and it was fun getting to know him a bit too.

 I went in with, “Yeah, why not?”  I came out with, “That was so cool!!!”

 Thanks for all you do!

Take care,

Jay

MISSIONS FOCUS

MISSIONS FOCUS

Food Drive

This week our church and the Ark Preschool are conducting a food drive for the Glen Ellyn Food Pantry. Grocery collection bags are in the church atrium along with a list of top needs and envelopes for monetary donations. Top needs are also listed on the Pantry’s website. Ark families’ donations will be collected this Friday, Oct 7 and others’ donations will be collected this Sun., Oct. 9. 

We anticipate engaging in a related youth service project later this month. More details will follow.

 Food Pantry Volunteers Needed

 The Pantry would love to have a few more regular volunteers from our church join its amazing team to work with clients. The “work” is rewarding and hours flexible. Shifts are Mon. – Thurs. 11:30 am – 3:30 pm.  The Food Pantry is also looking for volunteers willing to work as substitutes, occasionally helping with:

• Food Recovery Pick-Ups: Drive your own vehicle to local grocery stores to pick-up daily donations and deliver to the Pantry.

• Food Stocking: Sort food donations and restock shelves.

If interested, please 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 our missionaries, contact Diane Brown to receive the GE COV Prayer Letter.

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GE COV Weekly Newsletter

Join us Each week in person or online
Sundays at 9:30am.

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QUICK LINKS

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THIS WEEK AT A GLANCE

SUNDAY SERMON

TEACHINGS ON DIVORCE AND OATHS

Matthew 5:31-37

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FEATURED UPDATES

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: 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

Cookbook sale!

The 75th Anniversary lunch is just around the corner and what better way to continue the party then to celebrate home cooking? We will be selling cookbooks again! Each page is filled with recipes created by our church family members for any occasion, so you can make them at home!

They are 2 books for $20 or 1 for $15.

They can be picked up in the church office or will be for sale on October 30th during our 75th anniversary lunch!

Dig in and Enjoy!

75th Anniversary 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.

OUR 75TH ANNIVERSARY CELEBRATION IS OCTOBER 30TH!

RSVP HERE

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!”

Leslie.hodgkinson@gecovenant.org

PIZZA FUNDRAISER!

Dine in or order to go your families Barones dinner.  Mention The Ark Preschool and 20% of the total sale comes back to our ARK Preschool fundraiser.  October 19th 4:00 to 9:00 PM. 

Barones is located at 475 Pennsylvania Ave, Glen Ellyn.  For orders to go, please call 630-858-0555.  Don't forget to just mention The Ark preschool when placing your order.  

Dig in!

Look! See What God’s doing- Student Ministries Weekly Church Update

MISSIONS FOCUS

MISSIONS FOCUS

Glen Ellyn Food Pantry

Door hangers with an insert about options for donating to the Pantry were distributed. If you received one and have not already done so, consider how you might respond. Also, this month our Love Offering will be for the Pantry--another option for helping those in need in advance of the Thanksgiving holiday. 

 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.

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GE COV Weekly Newsletter

Join us Each week in person or online
Sundays at 9:30am.

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QUICK LINKS

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THIS WEEK AT A GLANCE

SUNDAY SERMON

TEACHINGS ON ANGER

Matthew 5:21-26

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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: 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

MAKERSPACE CREATIVE PRAYER

The Maker’s Space grew out of our congregation of GEECC in 2013, and is going into our 9th year of meetings of many different people. It is a place where we welcome creativity in our lives and introduce our creative Creator to our friends in our community. It is a safe place where you and your friends will feel welcomed. This year’s sessions will focus on Creative Prayer, using art to have a conversation with God. Having a conversation with a friend requires listening as well as talking, and we will be using art as a tool in the conversation process, especially when there are no words to describe our emotions. We will explore different kinds of prayer using different art mediums.

The October session of The Maker's Space will have a time of creating and listening to what's on your heart and hearing what is on the heart of God. We will explore two kinds of prayer, lament and praise and water based painting with pen and ink mediums. The importance is on the process not necessarily on the end product, although the art continues to speak long after the session is over. Come and explore how the arts can be a way to come out of the busyness of life and to hear purpose and validation of how much the Creator loves you.

Mark your calendars and invite your friends to the following sessions;

Oct. 9 Lament and praise

Nov. 13 Forgiveness and Thanksgiving

Jan. 15 Guest Artist Alison Tisdale Régnier “Paint your Heart Out”

All sessions are Sunday, 5-7pm in Munson Hall

Read more @www.themakersspace.us and RSVP@2013themakersspace@gmail.com

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 17th and October 23rd.

 Contact Leslie with questions or an exuberant response of “I’ll be there!”

Leslie.hodgkinson@gecovenant.org

PIZZA FUNDRAISER!

Dine in or order to go your families Barones dinner.  Mention The Ark Preschool and 20% of the total sale comes back to our ARK Preschool fundraiser.  October 19th 4:00 to 9:00 PM. 

Barones is located at 475 Pennsylvania Ave, Glen Ellyn.  For orders to go, please call 630-858-0555.  Don't forget to just mention The Ark preschool when placing your order.  

Dig in!

EMBRACING HOPE DURING ANXIOUS TIMES

Come join us on Thursday, October 13th from 6:30pm-8:30pm in the Sanctuary, to hear Apologist Stuart McAlister speak on embracing the aspect of hope during anxious seasons of life.

Stuart McAlister, Apologist, born in Scotland, has been a long-time Christian mobilizer in Europe, including several brief imprisonments for preaching the gospel in communist countries. Stuart McAlister is an international apologist and an Associate Fellow of the Oxford Centre for Christian Apologetics. Formerly, he worked with Operation Mobilisation before becoming General Secretary for the European Evangelical Alliance. Pluralism, postmodernism, and consumerism are regular topics addressed by Stuart in his leadership seminars. Stuart has been a lecturer at Alliance Theological Seminary in Nyack, New York, where he was honored with a doctor of divinity. Additionally, he has been a featured speaker several times at the European Leadership Forum.

Hope to see you there!

MISSIONS FOCUS

MISSIONS FOCUS

Love Offering

We have the opportunity this Sunday to share God’s love through Glen Ellyn Walk-In Ministry. One of our missions partners, this organization helps residents and others in urgent need of food, housing, transportation, and prescription medication. Contact Meg Tillman at our church for more information.

For 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 our missionaries, contact Diane Brown to receive the GE COV Prayer Letter.

Watch for new, specific Missions partner highlights in the future.

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