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

2 Kings 22:8-20                

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FEATURED UPDATES

No Barbeque at the roots Next week!

  Due to Jeff being away at the Annual Meeting, there will be no Barbeque at his house next week!

We will resume on July 12th!

SOUTH ALCOVE GALLERY

 The clay pottery art from the May Session of THE MAKER'S SPACE  has been placed on the shelves of the SOUTH ALCOVE GALLERY.  Check out what the participants made during their time of CREATIVE PRAYER. 

If you haven't viewed the NUMINOUS EXHIBIT placed around the sanctuary, take some time this summer to see and read the artists' interpretation of  NUMINOUS before the exhibit ends this fall.

NEXT FALL'S THE MAKER'S SPACE IS OCT. 8 -Ancient Spiritual Disciplines and Art.

Read more at www.themakersspace.us

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!

MISSIONS FOCUS

Missions Focus

Praying for Our Missions Partners
Our church provides financial support for several missionaries and local and international ministries and service agencies. The Missions Team invites intentional prayer for these individuals and organizations—four Evangelical Covenant Church (ECC) missionary couples, three non-ECC missionary couples and three individuals, and several local (e.g., Harbor Point Ministries) and international agencies and ministries. The missions display case in the church atrium shows highlights.

Other Items
Information and updates on ongoing needs (e.g., at the Glen Ellyn Food Pantry) and specific opportunities to volunteer with our missions partners is available on the partners’ websites and from Darren Miller via missions@gecovenant.org. Let Darren know if you would like to be added to the distribution list for informative partner newsletters. Contact Diane Brown to be added to the GE COV Prayer Letter, which includes specific items for our missionaries.

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THIS WEEK AT A GLANCE

Sunday Sermon

2 Samuel 9:1-13                    

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FEATURED UPDATES

Barbeque at the roots!

Join Pastor Jeff and his family for a night of fun, food and fellowship! Each Wednesday night, they will be hosting a Barbeque at their house! Bring your meat to grill, a side dish to share. and enjoy the summer evening together!

The next one is June 21st!

 Location; Pastor Jeff’s home 1260 Shady Lane, Wheaton, IL, 5-7pm

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!

MISSIONS FOCUS

Missions Focus

Praying for Our Missions Partners
Our church provides financial support for several missionaries and local and international ministries and service agencies. The Missions Team invites intentional prayer for these individuals and organizations—four Evangelical Covenant Church (ECC) missionary couples, three non-ECC missionary couples and three individuals, and several local (e.g., Harbor Point Ministries) and international agencies and ministries. The missions display case in the church atrium shows highlights.

Other Items
Information and updates on ongoing needs (e.g., at the Glen Ellyn Food Pantry) and specific opportunities to volunteer with our missions partners is available on the partners’ websites and from Darren Miller via missions@gecovenant.org. Let Darren know if you would like to be added to the distribution list for informative partner newsletters. Contact Diane Brown to be added to the GE COV Prayer Letter, which includes specific items for our missionaries.

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THIS WEEK AT A GLANCE

Sunday Sermon

Ruth 1-4

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thank you from outreach!

“The mobilization of your community has been such a gift to Jubilee Village/Transitional Housing at Outreach from your drive came just at the right time – an answer to prayer. We cannot thank you enough for the generosity of your church!”

-Kim Whetstone, Director of Transitional Housing, Outreach

FEATURED UPDATES

Maker’s space session!

THE MAKER'S SPACE'S last session until fall is this Sunday, JUNE 11, 5-7PM in Munson Hall.  We will be exploring Breath As Prayer and using breath in a piece of artwork using alcohol ink.

  RSVP TO 2013THEMAKERSSPACE@GMAIL.COM

What is the Pastor-Staff Relations Committee?

The Pastor-Staff Relations Committee is a group of church members who function as a bridge between members of our staff and members of our congregation. Our purpose is to provide support, appreciation, and encouragement to every one of our staff members. Each committee member is the liaison to specific staff members and seeks to build trusting, collaborative relationships with them through regular contact to support and encourage them in their area of ministry.

If needed, the staff person has a PSRC member they already know and trust to discuss challenges in their work responsibilities, with another staff member, or with members of the congregation. The PSRC may also be asked to share suggestions or concerns brought by church members with individual staff members in a way that is constructive and collaborative. All matters are addressed promptly and confidentially.

The committee advises the Leadership Team on HR policies, maintains the Staff Handbook, and works with the Financial Management Team on employee benefits. The PSRC also invites church members to contribute to the Staff Appreciation Gift during the holidays and determines the distribution of the money collected.

The committee consists of Pastor Jeff Root as our Head of Staff, Church Vice Chair Will Casey, and three elected members: Paul Bischoff, Bunny Mirrilees, and Chair Jana Goetz.

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!

MISSIONS FOCUS

Missions Focus

Prayer Support for Summer Camps

Summertime holds potential for fun and meaningful camp experiences for children, youth, leaders, and volunteers alike. From Covenant Camps in the Midwest, with members of our church family and others attending and serving, to Akagi Bible Camp in the mountains of central Japan, where our ministry partners Jim and Hydi are involved, camps are places where our lives may be enriched together. Let’s remember in prayer these summer camps and all those participating.

More specifically, in a recent message from Beth Fredrickson of Harbor Point Ministries she invites us to pray for the year-round and summer staff who will be ministering to children, youth, and families this summer. In signing up as Prayer Partners we will be offered a weekly newsletter with updates and prayer prompts. Camp posts on Instagram and Facebook may be followed as well. Summer Camp 2023 Prayer Partners may sign up here. Jim and Hydi invite us to pray as well for another great camping season at Akagi Bible Camp.

Other Items

Information and updates on ongoing needs and opportunities with our missions partners is available from Darren Miller via missions@gecovenant.org and the partners’ websites. Let Darren know if you would like to be added to the distribution list for informative partner newsletters. Contact Diane Brown to be added to the GE COV Prayer Letter, which includes items for our missionaries.

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THIS WEEK AT A GLANCE

Sunday Sermon

Genesis 29-30

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FEATURED UPDATES

Maker’s space session!

THE MAKER'S SPACE'S last session until fall is JUNE 11, 5-7PM in Munson Hall.  We will be exploring Breath As Prayer and using breath in a piece of artwork using alcohol ink.

  RSVP TO 2013THEMAKERSSPACE@GMAIL.COM

What is the Pastor-Staff Relations Committee?

The Pastor-Staff Relations Committee is a group of church members who function as a bridge between members of our staff and members of our congregation. Our purpose is to provide support, appreciation, and encouragement to every one of our staff members. Each committee member is the liaison to specific staff members and seeks to build trusting, collaborative relationships with them through regular contact to support and encourage them in their area of ministry.

If needed, the staff person has a PSRC member they already know and trust to discuss challenges in their work responsibilities, with another staff member, or with members of the congregation. The PSRC may also be asked to share suggestions or concerns brought by church members with individual staff members in a way that is constructive and collaborative. All matters are addressed promptly and confidentially.

The committee advises the Leadership Team on HR policies, maintains the Staff Handbook, and works with the Financial Management Team on employee benefits. The PSRC also invites church members to contribute to the Staff Appreciation Gift during the holidays and determines the distribution of the money collected.

The committee consists of Pastor Jeff Root as our Head of Staff, Church Vice Chair Will Casey, and three elected members: Paul Bischoff, Bunny Mirrilees, and Chair Jana Goetz.

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!

MISSIONS FOCUS

Missions Focus

Summer Camps
Summertime holds opportunities for many—children, leaders, and volunteers alike—to have experiences that are fun and meaningful. From Covenant Camps in the Midwest, with members of our church family and others attending and serving, to those located elsewhere, camps are places where our lives may be enriched together. As we go about our activities this summer let’s remember in prayer these summer camps and all those participating.

Other Items
Information and updates on ongoing needs and opportunities with our missions partners is available from Darren Miller via missions@gecovenant.org and the partners’ websites. Let Darren know if you would like to be added to the distribution list for informative partner newsletters. Contact Diane Brown to be added to the GE COV Prayer Letter, which includes items for our missionaries.

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Sunday Sermon

Pentecost Sunday

Acts 2:14-41

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FEATURED UPDATES

thanks from the munsons!

To my wonderful Church Family,

My heart is full to overflowing with gratitude for all the love and support I have received after my mother’s recent passing.  Thank you for the beautiful flowering plant sent from the Church. It’s lovely and brings comfort every day.  The many cards, hugs, prayers, texts and calls have been overwhelming. Your care and concern is greatly appreciated. Thank you from the bottom of my heart.

My mom always loved visiting our church. She often remarked how blessed we were to be part of such a loving community of faith. 

With love,

Julie Munson 

PENTECOST SUNDAY – WEAR RED

Pentecost Sunday is this coming Sunday, May 28th!  It is a worship celebration of the gift of the Holy Spirit and the liturgical color for Pentecost is RED! 

As a way of collectively celebrating the ‘tongues of fire’ of the Holy Spirit, and the unity that is ours in Christ – even in our differences – you are invited to wear the color red to worship on Sunday;

Red pants, red shirts, red jackets, red shoes, or simply a red ribbon. 

Join in the festive story of Pentecost.

The Spirit came in power and the church was born!

What is the Pastor-Staff Relations Committee?

The Pastor-Staff Relations Committee is a group of church members who function as a bridge between members of our staff and members of our congregation. Our purpose is to provide support, appreciation, and encouragement to every one of our staff members. Each committee member is the liaison to specific staff members and seeks to build trusting, collaborative relationships with them through regular contact to support and encourage them in their area of ministry.

If needed, the staff person has a PSRC member they already know and trust to discuss challenges in their work responsibilities, with another staff member, or with members of the congregation. The PSRC may also be asked to share suggestions or concerns brought by church members with individual staff members in a way that is constructive and collaborative. All matters are addressed promptly and confidentially.

The committee advises the Leadership Team on HR policies, maintains the Staff Handbook, and works with the Financial Management Team on employee benefits. The PSRC also invites church members to contribute to the Staff Appreciation Gift during the holidays and determines the distribution of the money collected.

The committee consists of Pastor Jeff Root as our Head of Staff, Church Vice Chair Will Casey, and three elected members: Paul Bischoff, Bunny Mirrilees, and Chair Jana Goetz.

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!

MISSIONS FOCUS

Missions Focus

Praying for Our Missions Partners
Our church supports several missionaries and local and international ministries and service agencies. The Missions Team invites intentional prayer for these individuals and organizations—four Evangelical Covenant Church (ECC) missionary couples, three non-ECC missionary couples and three individuals, and several local and international agencies and ministries. Stop by the missions display case in the church atrium to see highlights of our missions partners.

Other Items
Information and updates on ongoing needs and opportunities with our missions partners is available from Darren Miller via missions@gecovenant.org and the partners’ websites. Let Darren know if you would like to be added to the distribution list for informative partner newsletters. Contact Diane Brown to be added to the GE COV Prayer Letter, which includes items for our missionaries.

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GE COV Weekly Newsletter

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THIS WEEK AT A GLANCE

Sunday Sermon

Numbers 20:2-13, Deut. 30:19-20      

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FEATURED UPDATES

Meet Susan Cornett, Our New Director of Children’s Ministry!

Susan was born in Incheon, South Korea, and immigrated to the United States with her family when she was nine. Not long after, she attended college and received a BS degree from Loyola University in Chemistry and a Master's in Clinical Laboratory Science from Rush Medical University.

However, Susan's passion for serving and sharing the love of Christ led her to Trinity International University, where she holds a BA degree in Management emphasizing Christian Leadership and down a path of 20 years of dedicated service as a youth pastor. Susan firmly believes that if Jesus takes root in a child's heart, that seed's fruit can and will continue to grow throughout their lives. Susan is grateful and excited to be part of the Glen Ellyn Evangelical Covenant Church.

She and her husband, David, and their two children Joshua and Aviel moved to Winfield in 2018 shortly after David was honorably discharged from the United States Navy. Susan enjoys playing the piano, traveling, and rooting for the Cubbies and the Bears!

Susan will begin her ministry with us on Tuesday, June 6th.

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!

All Church Workday this Saturday May 20th!

We want to thank everyone who participated in our last All Church work Day on April 29th! It made a huge difference and the church looks amazing! Thank you to all who helped out!

Our next all church work day is this Saturday, May 20th. We will be working on the east side of the church; weeding, trimming and spreading mulch. Feel free to stay and help out as long as you like.

This Saturday, May 20th, WORK OUTSIDE BEGINS @ 9:00am-12pm

Please consider bringing your own garden tools and gloves!

See you then!

makers space Thiis sunday may 21st!

"God's the potter, we're the clay. And we pass on that creativity as we live among God's people."

 In our May Maker's Space we'll be exploring the creation of a soup bowl: using texture, shape, design and pattern in our clay bowl and our lives.  Even if you have not experienced one of our creative sessions, you are welcome to come and bring a friend and see how prayer can happen without words. 

God always has something to say to you if you pause long enough to listen. 

Just let us know if you are coming so we can have your supplies ready. No experience necessary.  Email us at 2013themakersspace@gmail.com

MISSIONS FOCUS

Missions Focus

Love Offering
The Love Offering will be received this coming Sunday, May 21 for North Park University and Theological Seminary, for scholarships.

Other Items
Information and updates on ongoing needs and opportunities with our missions partners is available from Darren Miller via missions@gecovenant.org and the partners’ websites. Let Darren know if you would like to be added to the distribution list for informative partner newsletters. Contact Diane Brown to be added to the GE COV Prayer Letter, which includes items for our missionaries.

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THIS WEEK AT A GLANCE

Sunday Sermon

Genesis 37-47 selected verses

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FEATURED UPDATES

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!

All Church Workday Saturday May 20th!

We want to thank everyone who participated in our last All Church work Day on April 29th! It made a huge difference and the church looks amazing! Thank you to all who helped out!

Our next all church work day is on Saturday, May 20th. We will be working on the east side of the church; weeding, trimming and spreading mulch. Feel free to stay and help out as long as you like.

Saturday, May 20th, WORK OUTSIDE BEGINS @ 9:00am-12pm

Please consider bringing your own garden tools and gloves!

See you then!

An important message from the finanical team

Giving statements for the first quarter of 2023 have been mailed to donors. If you have any questions or do not receive a statement, please contact Financial Secretary Wendy Miller (giving@gecovenant.org or 630-596-6487).

 Also, if you would like a box of numbered donation envelopes for donations via checks or cash, please pick up one on the table in the Higher Grounds coffee area.

makers space may 21st!

"God's the potter, we're the clay. And we pass on that creativity as we live among God's people."

 In our May Maker's Space we'll be exploring the creation of a soup bowl: using texture, shape, design and pattern in our clay bowl and our lives.  Even if you have not experienced one of our creative sessions, you are welcome to come and bring a friend and see how prayer can happen without words.  God always has something to say to you if you pause long enough to listen.  Just let us know if you are coming so we can have your supplies ready. No experience necessary.  Email us at 2013themakersspace@gmail.com

MISSIONS FOCUS

Missions Focus

Praying for Our Missions Partners
Our church supports several missionaries and local and international ministries and service agencies. The Missions Team invites intentional prayer for these individuals and organizations—four Evangelical Covenant Church (ECC) missionary couples, three non-ECC missionary couples and three individuals, and several local and international agencies and ministries. Stop by the missions display case in the church atrium to see highlights of our missions partners.

Other Items
Information and updates on ongoing needs and opportunities with our missions partners is available from Darren Miller via missions@gecovenant.org and the partners’ websites. Let Darren know if you would like to be added to the distribution list for informative partner newsletters. Contact Diane Brown to be added to the GE COV Prayer Letter, which includes items for our missionaries.

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THIS WEEK AT A GLANCE

Sunday Sermon

Genesis 21:1-7   

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FEATURED UPDATES

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!

this week is the last week Sunday school

The Study of Mark, taught by Connor Brown -The Chapel

Continuing the conversation- The Conference Room

Next Steps: Discerning God’s Will for Our Lives, a class for Young Adults (college-aged and 20-somethings, taught by Pastor Dawn and Dr. David Lauber- The North Alcove

a message from the children’s ministry

There are great things happening in our Children’s Ministry!

Every week, the kids have been actively engaging with Sunday School lessons, activities and worship. They’ve played, sang worship songs, made crafts, and learned lessons regarding God’s love for them and his people.

We are so thankful for our team of volunteers, who enjoy working with the kids to plant kingdom seeds in their hearts. They have stepped out beautifully during this time of transition!

While we have wonderful volunteers, we are still in need of more to serve our children!

If you are looking for an opportunity to serve, please consider helping with children’s ministry. It is a perfect opportunity to spread the love of Jesus!

‘But Jesus said to them “Let the children come to me! Don’t stop them! For the Kingdom of Heaven belongs to those who are like these children.” -Matthew 19:14

makers space may 21st!

"God's the potter, we're the clay. And we pass on that creativity as we live among God's people."

 In our May Maker's Space we'll be exploring the creation of a soup bowl: using texture, shape, design and pattern in our clay bowl and our lives.  Even if you have not experienced one of our creative sessions, you are welcome to come and bring a friend and see how prayer can happen without words.  God always has something to say to you if you pause long enough to listen.  Just let us know if you are coming so we can have your supplies ready. No experience necessary.  Email us at 2013themakersspace@gmail.com

MISSIONS FOCUS

Missions Focus

CWRD Giving Update
As of May 2 our church collected $4,091.18 for the work of missions partner Covenant World Relief & Development! CWRD initiatives focus on disaster relief, clean water, and refugee response and journey. Donations were made via The Cans for Change and the Love Offering. What impressive generosity. Thank you so much. Anyone still interested in donating may find more information on CWRD’s Facebook page and website.

Other Items
Information and updates on ongoing needs and opportunities with our missions partners is available from Darren Miller via missions@gecovenant.org and the partners’ websites. Let Darren know if you would like to be added to the distribution list for informative partner newsletters. Contact Diane Brown to be added to the GE COV Prayer Letter, which includes our missionaries.

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THIS WEEK AT A GLANCE

Sunday Sermon

John 21:1-19        

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FEATURED UPDATES

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!

Sunday school

The Study of Mark, Connor Brown teaching, The chapel

Continuing the conversation- Conference room

Next Steps: Discerning God’s Will for Our Lives, a class for Young Adults (college-aged and 20-somethings, taught by Pastor Dawn and Dr. David Lauber, held in the North Alcove)

NEW: Christ and your workplace culture, taught by Mary Crickmore in Munson Hall

-Pastor Dawn Lauber, Associate Pastor of Congregational Life

a message from the children’s ministry

There are great things happening in our Children’s Ministry!

Every week, the kids have been actively engaging with Sunday School lessons, activities and worship. They’ve played, sang worship songs, made crafts, and learned lessons regarding God’s love for them and his people.

We are so thankful for our team of volunteers, who enjoy working with the kids to plant kingdom seeds in their hearts. They have stepped out beautifully during this time of transition!

While we have wonderful volunteers, we are still in need of more to serve our children!

If you are looking for an opportunity to serve, please consider helping with children’s ministry. It is a perfect opportunity to spread the love of Jesus!

‘But Jesus said to them “Let the children come to me! Don’t stop them! For the Kingdom of Heaven belongs to those who are like these children.” -Matthew 19:14

THANK YOU FOR A SUCCEFUL FOOD DRIVE!

Your drive was a tremendous success!  We counted up 829 pounds of great products that will soon be on our shelves.  Please extend our thanks to the entire congregation for helping us Make Hunger History!

-GE FOOD PANTRY

makers space may 21st!

"God's the potter, we're the clay. And we pass on that creativity as we live among God's people."

 In our May Maker's Space we'll be exploring the creation of a soup bowl: using texture, shape, design and pattern in our clay bowl and our lives.  Even if you have not experienced one of our creative sessions, you are welcome to come and bring a friend and see how prayer can happen without words.  God always has something to say to you if you pause long enough to listen.  Just let us know if you are coming so we can have your supplies ready. No experience necessary.  Email us at 2013themakersspace@gmail.com

MISSIONS FOCUS

Missions Focus

Food Drive Success
The food drive for the Glen Ellyn Food Pantry was a tremendous success! Some 829 pounds of great products, 200+ pounds more than our food drive collected last year, will soon be on Food Pantry shelves if not already. The Food Pantry extended its thanks to the entire congregation for helping to “Make Hunger History.”

Other Items
Information and updates on ongoing needs and opportunities with our missions partners is available from Darren Miller via missions@gecovenant.org and the partners’ websites. Let Darren know if you would like to be added to the distribution list for informative partner newsletters. Contact Diane Brown to be added to the GE COV Prayer Letter, which includes our missionaries.

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Sundays at 9:30am.

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THIS WEEK AT A GLANCE

Sunday Sermon

Luke 24:13-25

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FEATURED UPDATES

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!

Sunday school

The Study of Mark, Connor Brown teaching, The chapel

Continuing the conversation- Conference room

Next Steps: Discerning God’s Will for Our Lives, a class for Young Adults (college-aged and 20-somethings, taught by Pastor Dawn and Dr. David Lauber, held in the North Alcove)

NEW: Christ and your workplace culture, taught by Mary Crickmore in Munson Hall

-Pastor Dawn Lauber, Associate Pastor of Congregational Life

a message from the children’s ministry

There are great things happening in our Children’s Ministry!

Every week, the kids have been actively engaging with Sunday School lessons, activities and worship. They’ve played, sang worship songs, made crafts, and learned lessons regarding God’s love for them and his people.

We are so thankful for our team of volunteers, who enjoy working with the kids to plant kingdom seeds in their hearts. They have stepped out beautifully during this time of transition!

While we have wonderful volunteers, we are still in need of more to serve our children!

If you are looking for an opportunity to serve, please consider helping with children’s ministry. It is a perfect opportunity to spread the love of Jesus!

‘But Jesus said to them “Let the children come to me! Don’t stop them! For the Kingdom of Heaven belongs to those who are like these children.” -Matthew 19:14

makers space may 21st!

"God's the potter, we're the clay. And we pass on that creativity as we live among God's people."

 In our May Maker's Space we'll be exploring the creation of a soup bowl: using texture, shape, design and pattern in our clay bowl and our lives.  Even if you have not experienced one of our creative sessions, you are welcome to come and bring a friend and see how prayer can happen without words.  God always has something to say to you if you pause long enough to listen.  Just let us know if you are coming so we can have your supplies ready. No experience necessary.  Email us at 2013themakersspace@gmail.com

Women’s spring salad supper and service event!

We are excited to launch our Women’s Ministries Events for 2023-2024 at our SPRING SALAD SUPPER AND SERVICE EVENT, tomorrow, Thursday, April 20 in the Family Life Center.

“Punch bowl” begins at 6 pm with dinner starting at 6:30 pm. Bring a salad to share. Dessert and drinks will be provided. There will be an opportunity to hear more about our events for the coming year and how you can get involved. Invite a friend, neighbor, or family member!

The service portion of our evening includes donation items for Outreach Community Ministries. Please bring (as able) one of the high priority items listed below. We will also write cards of encouragement for young moms who are part of Outreach. 

If you have any questions or would like to help that evening, contact Pastor Dawn at dawn.lauber@gecovenant. We look forward to seeing you soon!

HIGH PRIORITY NEEDS FOR OUTREACH:

Diapers (sizes 1, 2, 3, 4, 5) and Pull-ups for boys and girls

Garbage bags

Sponges and Sponges with scrubby side

Laundry detergent (preference for Gain, Tide or Kirkland brands)

Rev. Dawn Holt Lauber

Associate Pastor of Congregational Life

Glen Ellyn Evangelical Covenant Church

men’s breakfast

Men of all ages are invited to the Glen Ellyn Covenant Church MEN’S PRAYER BREAKFAST, This Saturday April 22, 8 am in the Family Life Center. Guest speaker is Coach Jeff Peltz.

celebrating 50 years of hope

Outreach is celebrating their 50th anniversary this Saturday April 22nd!

There’s a lot happening so use the link to check out the fun events that are happening!

https://weareoutreach.org/events/celebrating-hope/

MISSIONS FOCUS

Missions Focus

Praying for our Missions Partners
We support several missionaries and local and international ministries and service agencies. The Missions Team invites you to intentionally pray for these organizations and for each of our missionaries.

Other Needs and Opportunities
Information and updates on ongoing needs and opportunities with our missions partners is available from Darren Miller via missions@gecovenant.org and the partners’ websites. Let Darren know if you would like to be added to the distribution list for informative partner newsletters. Contact Diane Brown to be added to the GE COV Prayer Letter, which includes our missionaries.

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