Category: Bulletins

TODAY: We invite our guests to sign the Guest Register

9:30a.m.             Worship

10:45 a.m.          Fellowship

11:00 a.m.          Sunday School 

12:00 p.m.      The Art of Marriage course concludes

4:00 p.m.             Middle School Youth Group

5:00 p.m.             High School Youth Group

THIS WEEK:    

Tues. 6:30 p.m.       Ladies Bible Study

Wed. 6:00 a.m.         Men’s Bible Study

Wed. 6:00 p.m.         Outreach Event at Nelson’s Landing

Thurs. 7:00 p.m.      Worship Team Meeting

Thurs. 7:00 p.m.     Small group at Linhardt’s

                Fri.-Sun.                      Women’s Encounter

NEXT SUNDAY:   

                9:00 a.m.             Early Worship

9:30 a.m.             Worship (Job & Adria will be with us to give an update.)

10:45 a.m.          Fellowship

11:00 a.m.          Sunday School 

4:00 p.m.             Middle School Youth Group

5:00 p.m.             High School Youth Group

GENERAL ANNOUNCEMENTS

Women Connect Event

All women and girls are invited to attend “Art Night” on Saturday, March 30th.  If you would prefer not to make a board, please come anyway and offer your suggestions and support to those who are. There will be talking and laughing going on plus a great time to get to know others in the church family. Registration is required to prepare the boards ahead of time. (Deadline is March 18th to register for a board.) You can find the registration link (which includes the sign choices that must be decided ahead of time) on our website under “Events” or on Facebook.

We will begin at 4:30, dinner and drinks provided. Our mission project this time will be providing items to pamper new Moms at LifeChoices while in the hospital.  Suggestions are travel size toiletry items, gum, hard candy, nail polish, and lip balm.

Salad Supper

Alert Covenant Ladies are invited to Randolph UMC on Thursday, April 4^th at 6:30 p.m. for their annual salad supper.  Lenay Marteney will be entertainment.  Please RSVP by March 31 to Ruby Peter at 785-632-0325. 

Exciting News!

Pastor Dwight is pleased to announce that Pastor Mario Bravo and his family from Nicolas Romero, Mexico, along with Daniela Dla Rosa Figuero, our Mexico Mission Team Merge translator, will be visiting Alert Church June 24-30. 

Grandparents

Covenant Cedars Bible Camp is offering a new retreat for Grandparents and their Grandchildren. The dates for this retreat called Generations are May 31-June 2. Brochures are available on the Welcome Kiosk with more details. (Grandchildren who can attend must be ages 6-14.)

2019 ECC Triennial “I Am” Conference 

We want all voices represented this summer as we gather to discover how God is taking the women of ECC deeper in Christ and further in mission, together. As women, we are daughters of the great I AM. This triennial conference is an invitation for every woman to grow in her understanding of both who God is and whom God created her to be.  We dream of inspiring every woman to confidently affirm and live out the reality: “I am the daughter of the great I AM” Join us July 18-21, 2019 in Minneapolis, MN for a triennial gathering for women by women sponsored by Make & Deepen Disciples. Information and registration forms are in the church office.

TODAY: We invite our guests to sign the Guest Register

 9:30a.m.             Worship

10:45 a.m.          Fellowship

11:00 a.m.          Sunday School 

12:00 p.m.      The Art of Marriage course continues

4:00 p.m.             Middle School Youth Group

5:00 p.m.             High School Youth Group

THIS WEEK:    

Tues. 6:30 p.m.       Ladies Bible Study

Wed. 6:00 a.m.         Men’s Bible Study. We are beginning a new study titled: When God’s Spirit Moves

Wed. 6:00 p.m.        Ladies Bible Study

Wed. 7:00 p.m.        Executive Board Meeting

Thurs. 7:00 p.m.     Small group at Linhardt’s

Sat. 8:00 a.m.           Trail Life Troop Meeting

NEXT SUNDAY:   

9:30 a.m.             Worship

10:45 a.m.          Fellowship

11:00 a.m.          Sunday School 

4:00 p.m.             Middle School Youth Group

5:00 p.m.             High School Youth Group

GENERAL ANNOUNCEMENTS

Worship Team Meeting

Are you interested in singing, playing the guitar, drums, or bass? Come to the worship team meeting! We have a wonderful worship team and would love to see it flourish and grow. Join us Wednesday, March 13 at 7 p.m.!

Volunteers Needed

Two volunteers are needed to assist Karen Rundquist at the Northern Riley County Food Basket on Saturday, March 9th from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m.  Please contact Karen if you can help.

Exciting News!

Pastor Dwight is pleased to announce that Pastor Mario Bravo and his family from Nicolas Romero, Mexico, along with Daniela Dla Rosa Figuero, our Mexico Mission Team Merge translator, will be visiting Alert Church June 24-30. 

Grandparents

Covenant Cedars Bible Camp is offering a new retreat for Grandparents and their Grandchildren. The dates for this retreat called Generations are May 31-June 2. Brochures are available on the Welcome Kiosk with more details. (Grandchildren who can attend must be ages 6-14.)

2019 ECC Triennial “I Am” Conference  

It is a new day and God is doing new things among Covenant women. We want all voices represented this summer as we gather to discover how God is taking the women of ECC deeper in Christ and further in mission, together. As women, we are daughters of the great I AM. This triennial conference is an invitation for every woman to grow in her understanding of both who God is and whom God created her to be.  We dream of inspiring every woman to confidently affirm and live out the reality: “I am the daughter of the great I AM” Join us July 18-21, 2019 in Minneapolis, MN for a triennial gathering for women by women sponsored by Make & Deepen Disciples. In the Evangelical Covenant Church, we are committed to fostering the flourishing of women as disciples and disciple makers.

Mexico Mission Trip

Alert is sending a team to Nicolas Romero, Mexico this summer to help the Covenant Church with their Bible School. We are still waiting for confirmation of travel dates, but our trip will probably be late July and early August. Merge staff would like to know how many are planning to go, so if you have a desire to go this summer, please let Pastor Dwight know.

Hospice Volunteers

From Meadowlark Hospice:

All of us search for meaning in life.  One path some have taken is sharing end of life journeys with others.  It is a path strewn with both sadness and joy.  In addition, one often leads to a greater understanding of life, death and self.

As a hospice volunteer, it is our privilege to care for and learn from those who seek assistance in facing death with courage, comfort, peace, and dignity. If direct patient care is not for you; there are other opportunities to help with administration duties or fundraisers, or you can do all three.  All our volunteers make a difference in the lives of our patients and their families.  Please call Darlene Melton, Hospice Volunteer Coordinator; at

785-632-2225 or fill out and return the form you can find in the church office. 

Church Membership

If you are interested in joining our church, instructions and applications can be picked up in the church office. They are located on the half-wall.

Bibles

Study Bibles are available for those who do not have a Bible of their own. You may pick one up at the Welcome Center. The Bibles are provided as a gift to you.

TODAY: We invite our guests to sign the Guest Register

9:00 a.m.             Early Worship in the basement

9:30 a.m.             Worship

10:45 a.m.          Fellowship

11:00 a.m.          Sunday School 

12:00 p.m.      The Art of Marriage course begins with lunch

4:00 p.m.             Middle School Youth Group

5:00 p.m.             High School Youth Group

THIS WEEK:    

Tues. 6:30 p.m.       Ladies Bible Study (meet downstairs)

Wed. 6:00 a.m.        Men’s Bible Study

Wed. 6:00 p.m.        Ladies Bible Study

Thurs. 7:00 p.m.     Small group at Linhardt’s

Sat.                              Winter Get Away for 2^nd-6^th graders in McPherson

NEXT SUNDAY:   

9:30 a.m.             Worship

10:45 a.m.          Fellowship

11:00 a.m.          Sunday School 

2:00 p.m.             Trail Life Troop Meeting

4:00 p.m.             Middle School Youth Group

5:00 p.m.             High School Youth Group

Woman’s World

Woman’s World is an annual retreat sponsored by Manhattan Christian College held in the Kansas State University Student Union.  This year’s event, February 22-23, 2019, “Everyday Heroes” features Amberly Neese as the keynote speaker, the Warren Family worship team, two buffet meals and conference keepsakes.  Twenty practical seminars will also be offered throughout the weekend and everyone will have the opportunity to attend five.  For complete registration information, check the church office or go online to http://mccks.edu/about-mcc/events/womans-world

Winter Get-Away 2019

Winter Get Away is for children 2^nd-6^th grade who can come together and connect with friends they made at Covenant Kids Camp this past summer while also worshiping, playing fun games and biblical learning. This year’s winter get away will be February 23 at Countryside Covenant Church in McPherson, KS.  If your child is interested, please visit with Pastor Stephanie.  Registration is due by February 17^th.

The Art of Parenting

The Art of Parenting, an 8 session video based study for parents that equip them to “aim your child’s heart toward God” with intentional, biblical teaching and Christ centered plans. Based on Psalm 127:4, the eight sessions feature scenes from Family Life’s feature film “Like Arrows”, plus interviews with parenting experts and stories from parents who share their experience. If you are still interested in attending this class, please feel free to join us. 

Covenant Women!

Join us for our first Coffee and Conversation of 2019 on March 2 at 9:00 a.m.! We will have a light breakfast, coffee, and fellowship together. Our speaker this time is Jael Boeschling, who will give us her powerful testimony, called, “A Tale of Four Miscarriages: Experiencing God’s Grace in Seasons of Loss.” Her heart is that those who attend would see and experience God’s grace in the midst of their past or present struggle, regardless of what that is. Childcare will be provided.

Mexico Mission Trip

Alert is sending a team to Nicolas Romero, Mexico this summer to help the Covenant Church with their Bible School. We are still waiting for confirmation of travel dates, but our trip will probably be late July and early August. Merge staff would like to know how many are planning to go, so if you have a desire to go this summer, please let Pastor Dwight know.

The Art of Marriage

Great marriages don’t just happen, they require hard work. The Art of Marriage is a six session video based series that is very practical and relevant to the marital challenges of today. We are offering this course February 17, 24, and March 3 following a lunch at noon. If you attended this course last Fall, you are welcome to attend again.

TODAY: We invite our guests to sign the Guest Register

                9:00 a.m.             Early Worship in the basement

9:30 a.m.             Worship

10:45 a.m.          Fellowship

11:00 a.m.          Sunday School 

4:00 p.m.             Middle School Youth Group

5:00 p.m.             High School Youth Group

THIS WEEK:    

Tues. 6:30 p.m.       Ladies Bible Study

Tues. 7:00 p.m.       Board of Deacons meeting

Wed. 6:00 a.m.        Men’s Bible Study

Wed. 6:00 p.m.        Ladies Bible Study

Thurs. 7:00 p.m.      Small group at Linhardt’s

Sat.    9:00 a.m.        Safety Team Meeting & Breakfast

NEXT SUNDAY:   

9:30 a.m.             Worship

10:45 a.m.          Fellowship

11:00 a.m.          Sunday School 

4:00 p.m.             Middle School Youth Group

5:00 p.m.             High School Youth Group

GENERAL ANNOUNCEMENTS

Safety Team Meeting & Breakfast
Saturday, February 16th – 9am.
Mike Renfro will be giving a slide presentation.
Open to any members of the congregation interested in being a part of the team. If you plan to attend, please email or call Kevin Bellamy 785-492-0837 kbellamy@protonmail.com so we can have an accurate count for food.

Woman’s World

Woman’s World is an annual retreat sponsored by Manhattan Christian College held in the Kansas State University Student Union.  This year’s event, February 22-23, 2019, “Everyday Heroes” features Amberly Neese as the keynote speaker, the Warren Family worship team, two buffet meals and conference keepsakes.  Twenty practical seminars will also be offered throughout the weekend and everyone will have the opportunity to attend five.  For complete registration information, check the church office or go online to http://mccks.edu/about-mcc/events/womans-world

Jim & Melissa Brady (Formerly “The Jim Brady Trio”)

The Jim & Melissa Brady will be performing live in concert at the Clay Center Community High School on February 16^th at 4:30 p.m. All seats are reserved at www.itickets.com or call or drop into Mayo’s or Ferguson’s in Clay Center.  Reserved seats are $15-25.  Call 785-632-2656 or 785-632-3121.

Winter Get-Away 2019

Winter Get Away is for children 2^nd-6^th grade who can come together and connect with friends they made at Covenant Kids Camp this past summer while also worshiping, playing fun games and biblical learning. This year’s winter get away will be February 23 at Countryside Covenant Church in McPherson, KS.  If your child is interested, please visit with Pastor Stephanie.  Registration is due by February 17^th.

The Art of Parenting

The Art of Parenting, an 8 session video based study for parents that equip them to“aim your child’s heart toward God” with intentional, biblical teaching and Christ centered plans. Based on Psalm 127:4, the eight sessions feature scenes from Family Life’s feature film “Like Arrows”, plus interviews with parenting experts and stories from parents who share their experience. If you are still interested in attending this class, please feel free to join us. 

The Art of Marriage

Great marriages don’t just happen, they require hard work. The Art of Marriage is a six session video based series that is very practical and relevant to the marital challenges of today. We are offering this course February 17, 24, and March 3 following a lunch at noon. Please consider attending. Please sign up at the Welcome Kiosk so we can order enough workbooks for each couple. If you attended this course last Fall, you are welcome to attend again.

TODAY: We invite our guests to sign the Guest Register

9:30 a.m.             Worship

10:45 a.m.          Fellowship

11:00 a.m.          Sunday School 

4:00 p.m.             Middle School Youth Group

5:00 p.m.             High School Youth Group

THIS WEEK:    

Tues. 6:30 p.m.          Ladies Bible Study

Wed. 6:00 a.m.          Men’s Bible Study

Wed. 6:00 p.m.          Ladies Bible Study

Wed. 7:00 p.m.          Executive Board Meeting

Thurs. 7:00 p.m.       Small group at Linhardt’s

Sat. 8:00 a.m.             Trail Life Troop Meeting

NEXT SUNDAY:  

                9:15 a.m.             Early Worship in the basement

9:30 a.m.             Worship

10:45 a.m.          Fellowship

11:00 a.m.          Sunday School 

3:00 p.m.             Trail Life Troop Freedom Award Ceremony

4:00 p.m.             Middle School Youth Group

5:00 p.m.             High School Youth Group

GENERAL ANNOUNCEMENTS

If you brought sour cream, cheese or salsa for last Sunday’s Baked Potato lunch, please check the kitchen refrigerator and take it home to enjoy.

Woman’s World

Woman’s World is an annual retreat sponsored by Manhattan Christian College held in the Kansas State University Student Union.  This year’s event, February 22-23, 2019, “Everyday Heroes” features Amberly Neese as the keynote speaker, the Warren Family worship team, two buffet meals and conference keepsakes.  Twenty practical seminars will also be offered throughout the weekend and everyone will have the opportunity to attend five.  For complete registration information, check the church office or go online to http://mccks.edu/about-mcc/events/womans-world

Jim & Melissa Brady (Formerly “The Jim Brady Trio”)

The Jim & Melissa Brady will be performing live in concert at the Clay Center Community High School on February 16^th at 4:30 p.m. All seats are reserved at www.itickets.com or call or drop into Mayo’s or Ferguson’s in Clay Center.  Reserved seats are $15-25.  Call 785-632-2656 or 785-632-3121.

Winter Get-Away 2019

Winter Get Away is for children 2^nd-6^th grade who can come together and connect with friends they made at Covenant Kids Camp this past summer while also worshiping, playing fun games and biblical learning. This year’s winter get away will be February 23 at Countryside Covenant Church in McPherson, KS.  If your child is interested, please visit with Pastor Dwight.  Registration is due by February 17^th.

The Art of Parenting

TheArt of Parenting, an 8 session video based study for parents that equip them to“aim your child’s heart toward God” with intentional, biblical teaching andChrist centered plans. Based on Psalm 127:4, the eight sessions feature scenesfrom Family Life’s feature film “Like Arrows”, plus interviews with parentingexperts and stories from parents who share their experience. This class will beoffered as a Sunday School class beginning today.If you are still interested in attending this class, please feel free to joinus. 

The Art of Marriage

Great marriages don’t just happen, they require hard work. The Art of Marriage is a six session video based series that is very practical and relevant to the marital challenges of today. We are offering this course February 17, 24, and March 3 following a lunch at noon. Please consider attending. Please sign up at the Welcome Kiosk so we can order enough workbooks for each couple. If you attended this course last Fall, you are welcome to attend again.

Early Worship

At the request of some of our men, once a month we will be offering a time of singing and prayer prior to the Worship service. We will begin on February 10^th and meet at 9:15 a.m. in the Youth Room and use videos to accompany our singing. All are welcome to join us.

TODAY: We invite our guests to sign the Guest Register

9:30 a.m.             Worship

10:45 a.m.          Fellowship

11:00 a.m.          Sunday School 

12:00 p.m.          Baked Potato Dinner followed by the Annual Meeting

2:00 p.m.             Trail Life Troop Meeting

4:00 p.m.             Middle School Youth Group

5:00 p.m.             High School Youth Group

6:00 p.m.             MHK Prayer Event at UCC

THIS WEEK:    

Tues. 6:30 p.m.         Ladies Bible Study

Wed. 6:00 a.m.          Men’s Bible Study

Wed. 6:00 p.m.          Ladies Bible Study

Thurs. 7:00 p.m.       Small group at Linhardt’s

NEXT SUNDAY:  

9:30 a.m.             Worship

10:45 a.m.          Fellowship

11:00 a.m.          Sunday School 

4:00 p.m.             Middle School Youth Group

5:00 p.m.             High School Youth Group

GENERAL ANNOUNCEMENTS

Personal Offering Summary

If you would like a 2018 personal summary of your offering gifts, and did not receive one last year, please contact Nancy Hofmann. Please check your church mailbox if you were on the list last year. Thank you!

Men’s Encounter

Men’s Encounter is a time for us men to get away and encounter God, perhaps like never before; a time to consider, give thought to our lives, and discover solutions to the unique challenges facing men.

Who would you like to provide solutions for you?  Who better than God?

It is important to take the time to step away and gain perspective.  Whether you think you have it all figured out or not, you will benefit from attending and you will come home with no regrets. From the time you leave until the time you return, you will have nothing to worry about; all meals, transportation and lodging is included.  January 31- February 2, 2019, with multiple launch points. Registration can be done at encounterthecross.com.

Jim & Melissa Brady (Formerly “The Jim Brady Trio”)

The Jim & Melissa Brady will be performing live in concert at the Clay Center Community High School on February 16^th at 4:30 p.m. All seats are reserved at www.itickets.com or call or drop into Mayo’s or Ferguson’s in Clay Center.  Reserved seats are $15-25.  Call 785-632-2656 or 785-632-3121.

Winter Get-Away 2019

Winter Get Away is for children 2^nd-6^th grade who can come together and connect with friends they made at Covenant Kids Camp this past summer while also worshiping, playing fun games and biblical learning. This year’s winter get away will be February 23 at Countryside Covenant Church in McPherson, KS.  If your child is interested, please visit with Pastor Dwight.  Registration is due by February 17^th.

MomsCONNECT // Tues., Jan. 29 // 9-11a // First Presbyterian Church

(602 Clarke) // “Breathe” // Mikhaela Craig, Speaker // Connection time, food, speaker, & activity // Free childcare ages birth to pre-K // All meetings are free and ALL moms are welcome, no matter your age!

“Souper” Bowl Sunday

Please remember to bring cans of soup and crackers to help support the Northern Riley County Community Food Basket on Sunday, February 3, 2019.  A bright green storage tote will be available to put your donations in.

Ladies Bible Study

On each Tuesday from 6:30-8:15 please join us for a time of sharing, praying and interacting with God’s word. We have a fellowship time (usually with a snack) and share life and prayer requests and then pray together. After that we read and discuss a passage of scripture that we have all written (or realistically all attempted to write) in our journals. We have been amazed at how this writing, meditating and discussing the passages really helps us learn God’s word. Absolutely come as you are. We really want to have a place to be ourselves and grow in friendship with each other and with God. There is always room at our table. If you have any questions please text, call or email Laura. 970.402.1196, laura@renfroconsulting.com

We will be discussing Acts 10:1-23a at our study on January 29^th. I have found using a notebook or journal write only on the left side and number the verses.  Some ladies even do words of Christ in red! Then as we discuss you can use the right side for notes or doodles.

COMING IN FEBRUARY

The Art of Parenting

The Art of Parenting, an 8 session video based study for parents that equip them to “aim your child’s heart toward God” with intentional, biblical teaching and Christ centered plans. Based on Psalm 127:4, the eight sessions feature scenes from Family Life’s feature film “Like Arrows”, plus interviews with parenting experts and stories from parents who share their experience. This class will be offered as a Sunday School class beginning February 3. Please sign up at the welcome center if interested in attending so we can order workbooks. Laura Renfro will be facilitating the class. 

The Art of Marriage

Great marriages don’t just happen, they require hard work. The Art of Marriage is a six session video based series that is very practical and relevant to the marital challenges of today. We are offering this course February 17, 24, and March 3 following a lunch at noon. Please consider attending. Please sign up at the Welcome Kiosk so we can order enough workbooks for each couple. If you attended this course last Fall, you are welcome to attend again.

Early Worship

At the request of some of our men, once a month we will be offering a time of singing and prayer prior to the Worship service. We will begin on February 10^th and meet at 9:15 a.m. in the Youth Room and use videos to accompany our singing. All are welcome to join us.