Adult Sunday School
ADULT SUNDAY SCHOOL meets Sundays 11 am-12 pm, immediately after morning worship, from September to May, in Munson Hall. Kickoff Sunday was September 7th. Continue to look for updates of topics and speakers for our 2025-2026 year soon.
SUNDAY SCHOOL SPEAKERS 2025-2026 :
Kickoff Sunday was September 7th with a potluck following our worship service. It was a well attended event that was blessed with a beautiful sunny day.
Dr. Andy Abernethy, Professor of Old Testament and Director of M.A. in Biblical Exegesis, will lead our Adult Sunday school this September 14, 21, and 28 utilizing “Savoring Scripture” to kick off our all church Bible reading campaign.
“DRAWING NEAR TO GOD” is our 4 week series October 5 thru October 19:
OCTOBER 5: Drawing Near to God through Spiritual Gifts led by Pastor Jeff and Joe Casey.
OCTOBER 12 & 26: Drawing Near to God through Spiritual Writing led by Professor Nicole Mazzarell, Wheaton College.
OCTOBER 19: Drawing Near to God through Spiritual Practices led by Sarah Anderson, Barb Martin, and Pastor Dawn.
BIBLE STUDIES 2025-2026
READ THE NEW TESTAMENT IN 20 WEEKS!
September 14th: Pastor Jeff and Pastor Dawn launched our New Testament Bible reading project.
In Person Bible Study Options
Men’s Intergenerational Evening Bible Study
Meets EVERY Wednesday from 6-7pm, during the school year. Join this rich time of fellowship and diving into Gods Word together. We currently meet in the Atrium.
WOW, our Women’s Bible Study, Fall 2025
RUTH: FIELDS OF GRACE
A Study by Kristin Schmucker
We will explore the book of Ruth this fall. There are two options to attend: every other Monday and Tuesday. Plan on September 15/16 for our start date
Choose the evening or daytime option every other week:
Mondays at Pastor Dawn’s home, 6:45pm for Fellowship, 7PM Bible Study begins
Tuesdays in Higher Grounds at church, 9:15 AM drop off your children and grab a cup of coffee, 9:30 AM Bible Study begins (Childcare provided. Please RSVP to Pastor Dawn).
WOW FALL 2025 Dates:
Monday Sept. 15/Tuesday Sept. 16: receive your book, study walk-thru
Monday Sept. 29/Tuesday Sept. 30: week 1, chapter 1, 1:1-18
Monday Oct. 13/Tuesday Oct. 14: week 2, chapters 1 & 2, 1:19-2:20
Monday Oct. 27/Tuesday Oct. 28: week 3, chapters 2, 3, & 4, 2:21-4:6
Monday Nov. 10/Tuesday Nov. 11: week 4, chapter 4, 4:7-22
Tuesday, December 2, 6:30pm: Dinner & Party at the home of Pastor Dawn
Online Bible Study Options
Thursday morning Bible Study meets at 9-10:30 AM every week studying the Gospel of John. Please email the church office at Office.admin@gecovenant.org for more information and the Zoom link.
MOMS TOGETHER FALL 2025
Meets in the church library on Tuesdays from 9:30-11 AM – opposite weeks of WOW - the women’s Bible Study. A time of conversation and encouragement for moms of preschoolers and school-aged children.
MOMS TOGETHER FALL 2025 DATES:
Tuesday September 23
Tuesday October 7
Tuesday October 21
Tuesday November 4
Tuesday November 18
Tuesday December 2: Dinner & Party at the home of Pastor Dawn
YOUNG ADULT MINISTRY
Discipleship Groups
Last January 2025, we started three discipleship groups for young adult women of the church, and we are ready to launch a discipleship group for young adult men. If you are interested in joining, please reach out to Pastor Dawn.
Young Adult Supper Club
Meets on the first Monday of each month in different homes. Summer dates and locations:
Monday September 8, 6:30 pm — Home of Jeff and Jori Root
Monday October 6, 6:30pm—Home of Hall and Courtney Crowder
Monday November 3, 6:30pm— Home Eric and Lisa Fowler
Monday December 1, 6:30pm — Christmas Party at the Home of Paul and Jayne Bischoff
Please connect with Pastor Dawn to help with or attend our monthly dinners or to learn more about joining a discipleship group. dawn.lauber@gecovenant.org.
YOUNG ADULT BIBLE STUDY
Meets the 3rd Monday of the month at 6:30pm at the home of Pastor Dawn:
Monday October 20/Monday November 17/Monday December 15
Please contact Pastor Dawn with any questions.
MEN’S AND WOMEN’S MINISTRY EVENTS
Men’s Pancake Breakfast — Saturday November 8, 2025 — Home of Pastor Jeff.
Women’s Christmas Tea — TBD
Galantines Party — Tuesday February 3 at 6:30pm
Spring Salad Supper — Tuesday May 5 at 6:30pm
SMALL GROUPS
New small groups are starting! Please see Pastor Dawn if you are interested in joining an existing group or starting one. Suggestions for studies: Pastor Dawn has created two different Bible studies for your use: Philippians (5 week study) and 1 John (5 week study). Our church also has access to Bible and topical studies with Right Now Media. If you have any questions, email Pastor Dawn dawn.lauber@gecovenant.org.
ADULT PRAYER GROUPS
Mondays 7-8 PM on Zoom
Beginning in September, our Zoom prayer group will resume; ID 859 848 614 Password: geecc
Wednesdays 10-11AM in person prayer, in the church library.
All are invited to join these times of prayer for the needs of our congregation and the world.
See Jayne Bischoff jaynebischoff@gmail.com for more details or to submit a prayer request.
WINDSOR LUNCH WITH PASTORS 2025
Lunch with our pastors at Covenant Living of Windsor every 2nd and 4th Thursdays, 11:30-12:30PM. Fall 2025 dates: , August 14 and 28, September 11 and 25, October 9 and 23, November tbd.
Meet in the Bistro and bring your own lunch.
FRONT DOOR MINISTRY
Front Door Ministry includes the many roles of hospitality that welcome people to worship and guide families to the appropriate classroom. If you are interested in helping on a Sunday morning, please consider signing up via the “serve” tab below.
Usher: At the doors to the sanctuary, providing bulletins, and helping people find seating.
Coffee Host: At the coffee station in High Grounds, setting up and brewing coffee, and engaging with visitors during post-church coffee hour.
Communion Prep and Set-up: Preparing communion elements before worship. Plates, cups, and the elements stocked in kitchen located in Family Life Center.
Door Greeter: Located at the east and west entrances of the church, opening doors and welcoming visitors.
Connector: Just inside the west entrance to answer questions and direct visitors to the appropriate location, whether it is the sanctuary, nursery, or children’s ministry.
Parking Lot Attendant: Future goal as our church grows to direct visitors to the best available parking spot. If the lot is full, to help visitors navigate alternative parking locations.
Click the link to SERVE
RECAP of SUNDAY SCHOOL SPEAKERS 2024-2025:
Our 2024-2025 sessions were led by Covenant Church and Wheaton College leaders, including:
Rev. Dr. Dennis Edwards (Dean of North Park Theological Seminary)
Rev. Tammy Swanson-Draheim (President of the Evangelical Covenant denomination)
Chaplain Mary Miller (Chaplain of Covenant Living Holmstad)
Rev. Grace Shim (Executive Minister of Serve Globally)
Dr. Nathan Clayton (Old Testament professor at NPTS)
Dr. David Lauber (Dean of Humanities and Theological Studies at Wheaton College)
Dr. Amy Peeler (New Testament professor at Wheaton College)
We also learned from our own congregational teachers, Emily Lee and Mary Crickmore.