August 30, 2012

 

Dear covenant family,

 

What then shall we say, brothers? When you come together, everyone has a hymn, or a word of instruction, a revelation, a tongue or an interpretation. All of these must be done for the strengthening of the church.- 1 Cor 14:26

 

We look forward to hearing testimonies from Byron and Chrystal Huebschen, Steve Vollertsen and maybe one or two others this coming Sunday as well as some special music by Wanda Pruett. It is so exciting when God brings different people together in His Body, because we all are image bearers of Him. With each of us, we get a bigger picture of who He is. May God continue to bring us together so we can show His Glory!

 

Sunday School: Gary Pruett will teach Sunday School on the book of Philemon.

Small Group: Because of the holiday weekend, we will not have small group, but we plan to end our service with an optional pizza, pasta and salad lunch as a church family at Cici’s restaurant. Enjoy spending your lunch with your church family. Happy Holiday! Look forward to see you this Sunday!

 

Parking Lot expansion

 

Have you noticed how we’ve been running out of parking space lately? It is a nice problem to have! We want our visitors to feel welcome by providing adequate parking. The deacons have come up with a plan to expand our parking lot by moving some dirt and adding some gravel while at the same time addressing some of the (water) draining issues on our property. Bill Bratberg and Bud Masson will be available this Sunday and the next to take anyone on a tour after the church service to show you the plans and answer any questions you may have. We will take up a special offering on Sunday, September 16 to take this step of faith. Estimated cost: $1200. We’d ask you to pray and ask the Lord what you can give to help us reach out to more people. Anything received above the estimated amount will be used for our ongoing building needs.

 

Ministry Opportunities with Children’s Church and Nursery

 

Help young families and children feel welcome and ministered to at CBC by helping provide an excellent children’s ministry. Here is how you can help:

Nursery Workers – help take care of infants age 0-2

Children’s Church – assist any of the current workers during the main service. An assistant doesn’t have to prepare a lesson, but would simply be there to support the children worker by helping in any way necessary.

Sign up by contacting Kari van Raalten or Ann Bratberg

 

Prayer & Praise Requests Individuals:

That the word of God would spread rapidly, grow in power (Acts 19:20) and be honored (2 Thess 3:1)

From Lori Younker: A ‘people’ job for her daughter Mary.

Kathy Moses – wisdom further surgery; health

Pruetts – wisdom further surgery, health

Rebekah’s trip to Michigan to see family this weekend

Norm Smith – health

Mary Ann – recovery surgery/Manor residents

New members/believers – growth & integration

 

Calendar

 

Thursday, August 30

8.15 a.m. Moms in Touch prayer, Farmington Skate Park

 

Friday, August 31

1.30 p.m. Bible Study St. Francois Manor

 

Sunday, September 2

9.30 – Sunday School – Gary Pruett

10.45 – Service

Small Group – lunch at Cici’s Pizza immediately following service

 

Wednesday, September 5

6.30 p.m Prayer Meeting and Bible Study

 

Sunday, September 9

9.30 – Sunday School

10.45 – Service: You are Killing Me – 6^th commandment

 

6 pm Potluck at Evie Payton’s house

 

September Schedule for Serving

September 2nd
Nursery: Naomi
Cleaning/Snacks: Slater

September 9th
Nursery: Gwen
Cleaning/Snacks: Co-op/Carr

September 16th
Nursery: Rebekah
Cleaning/Snacks: Mason

September 23rd
Nursery: Allison
Cleaning/Snacks: Bose

September 30th
Nursery: Naomi
Cleaning/Snacks: Davis

August 22, 2012

Dear covenant family, Because of a unique service last week, we are back to the 5th commandment this week. Gary Smalley, bestselling author on marriage and family describes it as one of the key ingredients of healthy relationships. The US Army uses it as a code to inspire hundreds of thousands to courageous, ethical and valiant behavior. It is attributed to Christ in Hebrews 2, and Paul mentions it as one of the key ingredients of the Christian Life. What is it? Honor! Come and find out this Sunday how giving and receiving honor can turn your life right side up as we continue our series on the Ten Commandments with the 5th Commandment: Honor your parents. Sermon Title: ‘Honorable Living’

Prayer & Praise Requests Individuals:
Mary Ann; St. Francois Manor – recovery from surgery
Kevin – being away from home & family at Yellowstone.
Norm Smith – health Start of School – parents, teachers, kids
Rachel Burgess – birth of twins
Kathy Moses – health issues

Calendar

Thursday, August 23 8.15 a.m. Moms in Touch prayer, Farmington Skate Park Friday,
August 24 1.30 p.m. Bible Study St. Francois Manor Sunday,
August 26 9.30 – Sunday School – Sam Mason
10.45 – Service: Ten Commandment Series - “Honorable Living”
Small Group South – potluck lunch immediately following service, at home of Caleb & Tina Dyer, 37 Hwy 0, Fredericktown. Call 944-4500 for directions. Small Group Central – to resume on 9/16

Wednesday, August 29 6.30 p.m Prayer Meeting and Bible Study

Summer Fun Events: September 9 – 6 pm Potluck at Evie Payton’s house
September/October – Men’s Weekend @ 3 Hill Motel

August 15, 2012

Dear covenant family, Gary Smalley, bestselling author on marriage and family ascribes it as one of the key ingredients of healthy relationships. The US Army uses it as a code to inspire hundreds of thousands to courageous, ethical and valiant behavior. It is attributed to Christ in Hebrews 2, and Paul mentions it as one of the key ingredients of the Christian Life. What is it? Honor! Come and find out this Sunday how giving and receiving honor can turn your life rightside up as we continue our series on the Ten Commandments with the 5th Commandment: Honor your parents. Sermon Title: ‘Honorable Living’ Introducing……..New Members We are blessed to have several folks among us who would like to make Covenant Bible Church their church home. We would like them to have an opportunity to share their testimony with us. We will be devoting time for this in the upcoming Sundays. This Sunday we will kick it off with the family of John & Rebekka Pierce. Prayer & Praise Requests Individuals: Kevin Hensley – Works away from home & family at Yellowstone. Norm Smith – health Start of School – parents, teachers, kids Calendar Thursday, August 16 8.15 a.m. Moms in Touch prayer, Farmington Skate Park Friday, August 17 1.30 p.m. Bible Study St. Francois Manor Sunday, August 19 9.30 – Sunday School 10.45 – Service: Ten Commandment Series - “Honorable Living” Small Group South – potluck lunch immediately following service, at home of Caleb & Tina Dyer, 37 Hwy 0, Fredericktown. Call 944-4500 for directions. Small Group Central – to resume on 9/16 Wednesday, August 22 6.30 p.m Prayer Meeting and Bible Study Summer Fun Events: September 9 – 6 pm Potluck at Evie Payton’s house September – Men’s Weekend @ 3 Hill Motel

August 8, 2012

Dear covenant family, Millions of pills cross the counters at pharmacies worldwide to deliver the one thing the 4th commandment: “Remember the Sabbath day’ wants us to experience: Rest, peace and tranquility. What does true rest look like? How can you obtain it? Come and join us this Sunday as we continue our series; ‘The Ten Commandments’ and find true rest in Christ. ‘Rest Rocks!’ Prayer & Praise Requests Individuals: Tom and Gayle Shook – missionaries from our church – have been presented with a unique opportunity to enter a nation – pray for visa favors. Howard Davis – continual recovery (going well) Norm Smith, Evie Payton – health Velma – Europe trip Calendar Thursday, August 9 8.15 a.m. Moms in Touch prayer, Dawn’s salon Friday, August 10 1.30 p.m. Bible Study St. Francois Manor Sunday, August 12 9.30 – Sunday School – Mark Carr 10.45 – Service: Ten Commandment Series - “Rest Rocks” No Small groups that evening; resuming August 19. Wednesday, August 15 6.30 p.m Prayer Meeting and Bible Study Summer Fun Events: September 9 – 6 pm Potluck at Evie Payton’s house September – Men’s Weekend @ 3 Hill Motel

August 1, 2013

Dear covenant family, Mark Twain is quoted as saying: ‘If you tell the truth you don’t have to remember anything’. Warren Buffet, CEO of Herkshire Hathaway says that in looking for people to hire, he looks for three qualities: integrity, intelligence, and energy. “And if they don't have the first, the other two will kill you.". Come and join us this Sunday as we look at honoring Gods Name, as expressed in the 3rd commandment: ‘Thou shalt not use the name of the Lord in vain’. Find out how this well known commandment has incredible relevance for your life, work and family today. Treasure it’s call and find favor with God and man! Look forward to see ya Sunday! Want More? Resources from this past Sunday. Old Testament Scriptures on God’s jealous heart for you: Book of Hosea, Jeremiah 2 and 3 and Ezekiel 16 Links of videos by pastors that explain the 2nd commandment in more detail: Tim Keller (Presbyterian pastor serving in New York City) “The Gospel and Idolatry” http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OOHdk3FR5Hg Colin Smith (Evangelical Free Church pastor serving in Illinois) “Let that idol go” http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oLePQI3E9LY Prayer & Praise Requests Individuals: Howard Davis – continual recovery Norm Smith, Wanda Pruett, Evie Payton – health Velma – Europe trip Calendar Thursday, August 2 8.15 a.m. Moms in Touch prayer, Dawn’s salon Friday, August 3 1.30 p.m. Bible Study St. Francois Manor Sunday, August 5 9.30 – Sunday School – Mark Carr 10.45 – Service: Ten Commandment Series - “God Abuse” No Small groups that evening as we are taking a break for the summer. Wednesday, August 8 6.30 p.m Prayer Meeting and Bible Study Summer Fun Events: September 9 – 6 pm Potluck at Evie Payton’s house September – Men’s Weekend @ 3 Hill Motel