GE COV Weekly Newsletter

JOIN US EACH WEEK IN PERSON OR ONLINE
Sundays at 9:30am

SCRIPTURE: 2 Timothy 3:14-17
SERIES: 10 Healthy Missional Markers of the Church
SERMON: Centrality of the Word of God

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SUNDAY SCHOOL FOR ALL AGES
BEGINS THIS SUNDAY!

ADULTS:
Sunday School after the Worship Service, at 11am in Munson Hall. Our theme this fall and winter is “Stewarding Our Story for the Glory of God”.

YOUTH AGES 6TH-12TH GRADE:
Sundays at 9:30 AM - Students grades 6-12 attend the Worship Service.
Sundays at 11 AM (Sept-April) - Sunday School class for grades 6-8 and grades 9-12.
Register Here: https://www.gecovenant.org/student-ministries and click "Register Now".

CHILDREN AGES 0-5TH GRADE:
Sunday Programming: Nursery, Preschool, and K-5th at 9:30-10:45 AND 11-12:00.
Register Here: https://gecovenant.breezechms.com/form/11fa1493

We invite children, youth, and adults of all ages to join us as we grow together in faith! No matter your age or stage of life, there’s a place for you to learn, connect, and be encouraged. We’d love to have you join us Sunday mornings! Call the church office with any questions.

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EXODUS WORLD SERVICE FALL FEST!
SUNDAY SEPTEMBER 20 | 4PM-7PM
AN OUTDOOR CELEBRATION AT GEECC

Exodus World Service will be hosting their Block Party-Fall Fest event
at GEECC and ALL are invited!
This is an event for volunteers and refugee neighbors to come together in fellowship.
This event provides refugees the opportunity to learn about Exodus programs
and connects volunteers with resettled refugees.

IF YOU WOULD LIKE TO VOLUNTEER, PLEASE CLICK THE LINK BELOW
Volunteers should arrive at 3pm for a brief training and setup.
https://forms.gle/njWmrQZmerPh4Fdb8

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ADULT SUNDAY SCHOOL
WELCOMES DR. AUBREY BUSTER
SUNDAY SEPTEMBER 20 | 11AM

We are excited to welcome Dr. Aubrey E. Buster to our Adult Sunday school as she kicks off our fall series, “Stewarding Our Story for the Glory of God”. Dr. Buster joined the faculty of Wheaton College in 2018 and holds an M.A. in Biblical Exegisis from Wheaton College and a Ph.D. from Emory University. Her research focuses on the Psalms, Chronicles, Ezra-Nehemiah, Daniel, and the Dead Sea Scrolls. She is the author of Remembering the Story of Israel: Historical Summaries and Memory Formation in Second Temple Judaism and co-author of The Book of Daniel, Chaperters 1-6. Dr. Buster also serves on the editorial boards of leading biblical studies publications and is co-chair of the Chronicles-Ezra-Nehemiah program unit for the Society of Biblical Literature. Outside her academic work, Dr. Buster enjoys spending time with her husband, Jeff, their three children, Malcolm, Martin, and Serena.

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WOMEN’S BIBLE STUDY
BEGINS SEPTEMBER 21 & 22

Our Study: “Walking with God” is a five week journey through the Bible as we learn to walk with God through all seasons of life.

Please join us! You may 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, 9:15am drop off your children and grab a cup of coffee, 9:30am Bible Study begins (Childcare provided. Please RSVP to Pastor Dawn).

Hope to see you there!

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KIDS MIDWEEK IS BACK!
begiNS wednesday september 23

All children in Kindergarten through 5th grade are welcome to attend Kids Midweek
every Wednesday from 6pm to 7:30pm.
Join us for activities, songs, a Bible story, games, and a LOT of FUN!!
If you have any questions please contact Elissa Schauer.

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JR. LEAGUE MEETS tUESDAYS
HI LEAGUE MEETS THURSDAYS
7PM-8:30PM
BEGINS SEPTEMBER 22 & 24

Game – Worship – Message – Small Groups.

JR LEAGUE is a place for middle school students to have fun, build friendships, and grow in their relationship with God. Jr League will meet on Tuesdays.

HI LEAGUE follows the same rhythm as Jr League, with teaching and conversations shaped specifically for high school students and the questions, challenges, and experiences they are navigating. Hi League will meet on Thursdays.

Together, we open Scripture, worship, ask honest questions, and talk about what it looks like to live life with God in the midst of everyday life. Whether you have grown up in church or are just beginning to explore faith, everyone is welcome!

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FINANCIAL UPDATE
AUGUST YEAR-TO-DATE RECEIPTS

Total Receipts:
$494,116

Budget:
$639,205

Prior year:
$482,658

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ART IN WORSHIP
END OF SUMMER HYMN SERIES
CALLING ALL ARTISTS!

Thank you to those of you who have responded to our end of summer Hymn Series. 
This is a reminder that it is not too late to submit your visual interpretation of a hymn.   
It does not need to be representational, it can be abstract images.

Please email Kriste Sveen for more details as needed.

 kristesveen7@gmail.com  

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GEECC SHORT TERM MISSION TRIP
TO BELGIUM 2027

If you would are interested in our mission trip to Belgium and/or would like to hear more from Julius Hagan about what God is doing in Belgium, you can receive Julius’ newsletter. Just call the church office to get signed up to hear more!

DATES OF THE TRIP: 2 weeks between June 13 -July 4, 2027
ELIGIBILITY: Open to ages 16 and up
LOCATION & PURPOSE: Traveling to Belgium to support the ministry of Julius and Heleen Hagan.
INTERESTED? Sign up in Higher Grounds.

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QUICK LINKS

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GE COV Weekly Newsletter

JOIN US EACH WEEK IN PERSON OR ONLINE
Sundays at 9:30am

SCRIPTURE: Hebrews 10:19-25
SERMON: Why Should We Gather, Grow, and Go?

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GEECC
2026 FALL KICK-OFF
THIS SUNDAY; SEPTEMBER 13

Please join us this Sunday September 13 following our Worship service!
Visit our Ministry Fair tables and discover ways to get connected!
Explore the many ministries and opportunities that make GE Covenant
such a vibrant church family. Whether you're looking to grow in fellowship,
join an adult ministry, or use your gifts in service,
you'll find many ways to get involved and make a difference.

Then join us for a potluck lunch and a time of fellowship
as we enjoy good food, connect with one another,
and celebrate the many ways God is at work
through the people and ministries of GE Covenant.
We hope to see you there!!

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EXODUS WORLD SERVICE FALL FEST!
SUNDAY SEPTEMBER 20 | 4PM-7PM
AN OUTDOOR CELEBRATION AT GEECC

Exodus World Service will be hosting their Block Party-Fall Fest event
at GEECC and ALL are invited!
This is an event for volunteers and refugee neighbors to come together in fellowship.
This event provides refugees the opportunity to learn about Exodus programs
and connects volunteers with resettled refugees.

IF YOU WOULD LIKE TO VOLUNTEER, PLEASE CLICK THE LINK BELOW
Volunteers should arrive at 3pm for a brief training and setup.
https://forms.gle/njWmrQZmerPh4Fdb8

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Youth Group EVENT
SEPTEMBER 17
7PM-8:30PM

Please join us for our final firepit of the season!
Fire Pits are super simple, low-key nights
where we hang out around a fire,
play games and roast marshmallows.
Join us! We have so much fun spending time together!

SEPTEMBER 17: FIREPIT AT THE HOME OF PASTOR DAWN

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The Ark Preschool
LOOKING FOR VOLUNTEERS
WEEKS OF SEPTEMBER 14 & 24

The Ark Preschool is gearing up for our first week of school.  The first couple of weeks can be a big adjustment for our little ones, especially those in the younger classes as it may be their first time away from their parents.

We’re looking for volunteers to help in the classrooms during the first two weeks of school, the week of September 14th and 21st.  Your extra support will help our teachers and, most importantly, help the children feel safe, and comfortable as they learn to navigate their new classroom routines.

If you’re interested in volunteering, please let me know your availability. We’d love to have you join us and
help make the start of the school year a smooth and welcoming experience for the children!

Holly Pelsor
Director

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ART IN WORSHIP
END OF SUMMER HYMN SERIES
CALLING ALL ARTISTS!

Thank you to those of you who have responded to our end of summer Hymn Series. 
This is a reminder that it is not too late to submit your visual interpretation of a hymn.   
It does not need to be representational, it can be abstract images.

Please email Kriste Sveen for more details as needed.

 kristesveen7@gmail.com  

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WOMEN’S BIBLE STUDY
BEGINS SEPTEMBER 21 & 22

Our Study: “Walking with God” is a five week journey through the Bible as we learn to walk with God through all seasons of life.

Please join us! You may 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, 9:15am drop off your children and grab a cup of coffee, 9:30am Bible Study begins (Childcare provided. Please RSVP to Pastor Dawn).

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GEECC SHORT TERM MISSION TRIP
TO BELGIUM 2027

If you would are interested in our mission trip to Belgium and/or would like to hear more from Julius Hagan about what God is doing in Belgium, you can receive Julius’ newsletter. Just call the church office to get signed up to hear more!

DATES OF THE TRIP: 2 weeks between June 13 -July 4, 2027
ELIGIBILITY: Open to ages 16 and up
LOCATION & PURPOSE: Traveling to Belgium to support the ministry of Julius and Heleen Hagan.
INTERESTED? Sign up in Higher Grounds.

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QUICK LINKS

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GE COV Weekly Newsletter

JOIN US EACH WEEK IN PERSON OR ONLINE
Sundays at 9:30am

SCRIPTURE: 1 Corinthians 12:12-31
SERMON: The Importance of the Body

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COLLEGE DINNER
MONDAY SEPTEMBER 7
5PM-7PM

College Students, please join us for this first dinner of the season at the home of Pastor Jeff. We’ll enjoy pizza, salad, and some great conversation! Please note the change in day—we will gather on MONDAY September 7. After this first College Dinner, we will gather on Sundays.
Call the church office for info.

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Youth Group EVENTS

SEPTEMBER 3 & SEPTEMBER 17
7PM-8:30PM

For these final weeks of summer, join us for our firepits.
Fire Pits are super simple, low-key nights
where we hang out around a fire,
play games and roast marshmallows.
Join us! We have so much fun spending time together!
Check out the link to see the summer schedule 

SEPTEMBER 3: FIREPIT AT THE HOME OF THE CASEYS
SEPTEMBER 17: FIREPIT AT THE HOME OF PASTOR DAWN

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The Ark Preschool
LOOKING FOR VOLUNTEERS
WEEKS OF SEPTEMBER 14 & 24

The Ark Preschool is gearing up for our first week of school.  The first couple of weeks can be a big adjustment for our little ones, especially those in the younger classes as it may be their first time away from their parents.

We’re looking for volunteers to help in the classrooms during the first two weeks of school, the week of September 14th and 21st.  Your extra support will help our teachers and, most importantly, help the children feel safe, and comfortable as they learn to navigate their new classroom routines.

If you’re interested in volunteering, please let me know your availability. We’d love to have you join us and
help make the start of the school year a smooth and welcoming experience for the children!

Holly Pelsor
Director

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ART IN WORSHIP
END OF SUMMER HYMN SERIES
CALLING ALL ARTISTS!

Thank you to those of you who have responded to our end of summer Hymn Series. 
This is a reminder that it is not too late to submit your visual interpretation of a hymn.   
It does not need to be representational, it can be abstract images.

Please email Kriste Sveen for more details as needed.

 kristesveen7@gmail.com  

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Youth Safety & Protection Training
for CURRENT & PROSPECTIVE Volunteers

All volunteers who will be serving children or students
at GEECC have another opportunity
to attend Youth Safety and Protection Training.

Please RSVP here
Questions? Email Joseph Sawyer (joseph.sawyer@gecovenant.org) or
Elissa Schauer (elissa.schauer@gecovenant.org), or call Carol at the office. 

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GEECC BOOK CLUB IS BACK!
wednesday september 9 at 7pm

The Glen Ellyn Evangelical Covenant Church Book Club is a friendly, inter-generational group that usually meets the 2nd Wednesday of the month at 7pm. Meetings are held at various member’s homes throughout the year. Host homes provide light refreshments, followed by prayer and an informal discussion. The Discussion Leader provides information about the author, along with a few questions to get the discussion started. You are asked to RSVP to the host so she can prepare accordingly.

Come join us on Wednesday September 9 at 7pm at the home of the Bischoff’s for our first meeting of the season. The book choice for the year will be discussed and decided upon at this meeting, so bring your suggestions—and invite a friend or a neighbor!
Call the church office for details

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OUR COMMUNITY GARDEN
A NOTE FROM DIANE BROWN

The next time you are in the parking lot at church, face west and take a look at an area where Gather-Grow-Go is in full swing! It is the Community Garden where church family, neighbors, and refugee friends GROW veggies (and flowers) GATHER their harvest, and well, GO home with their produce.

As one of the Plot Managers, I can say that the Community Garden is a great place to extend a welcome to people you don’t know. For example, last summer, a neighbor on a walk spied the garden and contacted the church to see if she could get a plot. Yes! There was one available! I met with her, showed her the ropes, and since then we’ve had several conversations while gardening together.

This year, I got a late start on planting, but the weeds wasted no time! A member of the Falam Christian Church of Chicago, which meets at GEECC each week, saw the ‘empty’ plot and asked if they might garden it. I welcomed this family to use 3/4 of the plot, which they weeded and farmed, while I used the remaining portion of the plot to care for my 3 tomato plants and 4 pepper plants. Here, too, I’ve enjoyed some very nice conversations with my “share croppers”.

I have a little sign in my flower garden—one I took from my family home
some 50 years ago;

The kiss of the sun for pardon
The song of the birds for mirth,
One is nearer God’s heart in a garden
Than any place else on earth

I don’t know if that is absolutely true, but I do know that God walks
in the Community Garden
and blesses it with His presence.

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EXODUS WORLD SERVICE
BLOCK PARTY-FALL FEST!
SUNDAY SEPTEMBER 20 | 4PM-7PM
GEECC PARKING LOT

Exodus World Service will be hosting their Block Party-Fall Fest event
at GEECC and ALL are invited!
This is an event for volunteers and refugee neighbors to come together in fellowship.
This event provides refugees the opportunity to learn about Exodus programs
and connects volunteers with resettled refugees.

If you would like to volunteer, please click the link below.
Volunteers should arrive at 3pm for a brief training and setup.
https://forms.gle/njWmrQZmerPh4Fdb8

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WOMEN’S BIBLE STUDY
BEGINS SEPTEMBER 21 & 22

Pastor Dawn will soon be ordering books for the Women’s Bible Study this fall. If you are interested in being included in that order, please email her at; dawn.lauber@gecovenant.org.

The book is also available for purchase on Amazon.

Our Study: “Walking with God” is a five week journey through the Bible as we learn to walk with God through all seasons of life.

Please join us! You may 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, 9:15am drop off your children and grab a cup of coffee, 9:30am Bible Study begins (Childcare provided. Please RSVP to Pastor Dawn).

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GEECC SHORT TERM MISSION TRIP
TO BELGIUM 2027

If you would are interested in our mission trip to Belgium and/or would like to hear more from Julius Hagan about what God is doing in Belgium, you can receive Julius’ newsletter. Just call the church office to get signed up to hear more!

DATES OF THE TRIP: 2 weeks between June 13 -July 4, 2027
ELIGIBILITY: Open to ages 16 and up
LOCATION & PURPOSE: Traveling to Belgium to support the ministry of Julius and Heleen Hagan.
INTERESTED? Sign up in Higher Grounds.

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claim your lost items
GOING…GOING…………

Lost & Found items will be packed up and donated on September 8. Take a minute on a Sunday to make sure your items aren’t included in our collection.

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QUICK LINKS

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GE COV Weekly Newsletter

JOIN US EACH WEEK IN PERSON OR ONLINE
Sundays at 9:30am

SCRIPTURE: 1 PETER 5:12-14
SERMON SERIES: A Living Hope
SERMON: Stand Fast

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CONGREGATIONAL MEETING
SUNDAY AUGUST 30 AT 6PM
FAMILY LIFE CENTER

Please join us for this important meeting as
together we seek God’s leading for our church.
Childcare will not be provided for this meeting.

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Youth Group EVENTS
”cLEAN & cREATE”
AUGUST 27
7PM-8:30PM

Join our team to spruce up our space
by cleaning AND creating artwork to display!
We’ll enjoy some ice cream too!!

Then, for these final weeks of summer, join us for our firepits.
Fire Pits are super simple, low-key nights
where we hang out around a fire,
play games and roast marshmallows.
Join us! We have so much fun spending time together!
Check out the link to see the summer schedule 

SEPTEMBER 3: FIREPIT AT THE HOME OF THE PEELERS
SEPTEMBER 17: FIREPIT AT THE HOME OF PASTOR DAWN

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ART IN WORSHIP
END OF SUMMER HYMN SERIES
CALLING ALL ARTISTS!

Thank you to those of you who have responded to our end of summer Hymn Series. 
This is a reminder that it is not too late to submit your visual interpretation of a hymn.   
It does not need to be representational, it can be abstract images.

Please email Kriste Sveen for more details as needed.

 kristesveen7@gmail.com  

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Youth Safety & Protection Training
for CURRENT & PROSPECTIVE Volunteers

All volunteers who will be serving children or students
at GEECC have two opportunities
to attend Youth Safety and Protection Training.

Please RSVP here
to let us know when you will be attending.
Questions? Email Joseph Sawyer (joseph.sawyer@gecovenant.org) or
Elissa Schauer (elissa.schauer@gecovenant.org), or call Carol at the office. 

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YOU ALL ARE CORDIALLY INVITED
TO CELEBRATE WITH BOB & DIANE BROWN

Come celebrate with the Browns as their house turns 100 years old!!
This Sunday August 30, 2026
Open House from 2pm-6pm
Please call the church office for the Brown’s address.

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GEECC BOOK CLUB
IS BACK!

The Glen Ellyn Evangelical Covenant Church Book Club is a friendly, inter-generational group that usually meets the 2nd Wednesday of the month at 7pm. Meetings are held at various member’s homes throughout the year. Host homes provide light refreshments, followed by prayer and an informal discussion. The Discussion Leader provides information about the author, along with a few questions to get the discussion started. You are asked to RSVP to the host so she can prepare accordingly.

Come join us on Wednesday September 9 at 7pm at the home of the Bischoff’s for our first meeting of the season. The book choice for the year will be discussed and decided upon at this meeting, so bring your suggestions—and invite a friend or a neighbor!
Call the church office for details

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OUR COMMUNITY GARDEN
A NOTE FROM DIANE BROWN

The next time you are in the parking lot at church, face west and take a look at an area where Gather-Grow-Go is in full swing! It is the Community Garden where church family, neighbors, and refugee friends GROW veggies (and flowers) GATHER their harvest, and well, GO home with their produce.

As one of the Plot Managers, I can say that the Community Garden is a great place to extend a welcome to people you don’t know. For example, last summer, a neighbor on a walk spied the garden and contacted the church to see if she could get a plot. Yes! There was one available! I met with her, showed her the ropes, and since then we’ve had several conversations while gardening together.

This year, I got a late start on planting, but the weeds wasted no time! A member of the Falam Christian Church of Chicago, which meets at GEECC each week, saw the ‘empty’ plot and asked if they might garden it. I welcomed this family to use 3/4 of the plot, which they weeded and farmed, while I used the remaining portion of the plot to care for my 3 tomato plants and 4 pepper plants. Here, too, I’ve enjoyed some very nice conversations with my “share croppers”.

I have a little sign in my flower garden—one I took from my family home
some 50 years ago;

The kiss of the sun for pardon
The song of the birds for mirth,
One is nearer God’s heart in a garden
Than any place else on earth

I don’t know if that is absolutely true, but I do know that God walks
in the Community Garden
and blesses it with His presence.

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EXODUS WORLD SERVICE
BLOCK PARTY!
SUNDAY SEPTEMBER 20 | 4PM-7PM
GEECC PARKING LOT

Exodus World Service will be hosting their Block Party event
at GEECC and ALL are invited!
This is an event for volunteers and refugee neighbors to come together in fellowship.
This event provides refugees the opportunity to learn about Exodus programs
and connects volunteers with resettled refugees.

If you would like to volunteer, please click the link below.
Volunteers should arrive at 3pm for a brief training and setup.
https://forms.gle/njWmrQZmerPh4Fdb8

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WOMEN’S BIBLE STUDY
BEGINS SEPTEMBER 21 & 22

Pastor Dawn will soon be ordering books for the Women’s Bible Study this fall. If you are interested in being included in that order, please email her at; dawn.lauber@gecovenant.org.

The book is also available for purchase on Amazon.

Our Study: “Walking with God” is a five week journey through the Bible as we learn to walk with God through all seasons of life.

Please join us! You may 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, 9:15am drop off your children and grab a cup of coffee, 9:30am Bible Study begins (Childcare provided. Please RSVP to Pastor Dawn).

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PLEASE JOIN US FOR THIS
FINAL FIKA OF THE SEASON

What a lovely time we’ve been having each Sunday after Worship.
Please join us if you can! You’ll be glad you did.

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GEECC SHORT TERM MISSION TRIP
TO BELGIUM 2027

If you would are interested in our mission trip to Belgium and/or would like to hear more from Julius Hagan about what God is doing in Belgium, you can receive Julius’ newsletter. Just call the church office to get signed up to hear more!

DATES OF THE TRIP: 2 weeks between June 13 -July 4, 2027
ELIGIBILITY: Open to ages 16 and up
LOCATION & PURPOSE: Traveling to Belgium to support the ministry of Julius and Heleen Hagan.
INTERESTED? Sign up in Higher Grounds.

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claim your lost items
BEFORE SEPTEMBER 8

Lost & Found items will be packed up and donated on September 8. Take a minute on a Sunday to make sure your items aren’t included in our collection.

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QUICK LINKS

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GE COV Weekly Newsletter

JOIN US EACH WEEK IN PERSON OR ONLINE
Sundays at 9:30am

SCRIPTURE: 1 PETER 5:8-11
SERMON SERIES: A Living Hope
SERMON: Living a New Existence in the Face of Spiritual Conflict

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Youth Group EVENTS
clean & create night
August 27
7PM-8:30PM

Join our team to spruce up our space
by cleaning AND creating artwork to display!
We’ll enjoy some ice cream too!!

SEPTEMBER 3: FIREPIT AT THE HOME OF THE PEELERS
SEPTEMBER 17: FIREPIT AT THE HOME OF PASTOR DAWN

Check out the link to see the summer schedule 

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CONGREGATIONAL MEETING
SUNDAY AUGUST 30 AT 6PM
FAMILY LIFE CENTER

Please join us for this important meeting as
together we seek God’s leading for our church.
Childcare will not be provided for this meeting.

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COLLEGE STUDENTS
MARK YOUR CALENDARS!

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ART IN WORSHIP
END OF SUMMER HYMN SERIES
CALLING ALL ARTISTS!

Thank you to those of you who have responded to our end of summer Hymn Series.  This is a reminder that it is not too late to submit your visual interpretation of a hymn.   
It does not need to be representational, it can be abstract images.

Please email Kriste Sveen for more details as needed.

 kristesveen7@gmail.com  

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Youth Safety & Protection Training
for CURRENT & PROSPECTIVE Volunteers

All volunteers who will be serving children or students
at GEECC have two opportunities
to attend Youth Safety and Protection Training.

Please RSVP here
to let us know when you will be attending.
Questions? Email Joseph Sawyer (joseph.sawyer@gecovenant.org) or
Elissa Schauer (elissa.schauer@gecovenant.org), or call Carol at the office. 

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YOU ALL ARE CORDIALLY INVITED
TO CELEBRATE WITH BOB & DIANE BROWN

Come celebrate with the Browns as their house turns 100 years old!!
Sunday August 30, 2026
Open House from 2pm-6pm
Please call the church office for the Brown’s address.

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WOMEN’S BIBLE STUDY
BEGINS SEPTEMBER 21 & 22

Pastor Dawn will soon be ordering books for the Women’s Bible Study this fall. If you are interested in being included in that order, please email her at; dawn.lauber@gecovenant.org.

The book is also available for purchase on Amazon.

Our Study: “Walking with God” is a five week journey through the Bible as we learn to walk with God through all seasons of life.

Please join us! You may 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, 9:15am drop off your children and grab a cup of coffee, 9:30am Bible Study begins (Childcare provided. Please RSVP to Pastor Dawn).

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SIMPLE PLEASURES

What a lovely time we’ve been having each Sunday after Worship.
Please join us if you can! You’ll be glad you did.
And if you are in town these final Summer Sundays
and you’d like to bring a sweet treat to share,
please call the church office.

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GEECC SHORT TERM MISSION TRIP
TO BELGIUM 2027

If you missed the informational meeting and would like to hear more from Julius Hagan about what God is doing in Belgium, you can receive Julius’ newsletter. Just call the church office to get signed up to hear more!

DATES OF THE TRIP: 2 weeks between June 13 -July 4, 2027
ELIGIBILITY: Open to ages 16 and up
LOCATION & PURPOSE: Traveling to Belgium to support the ministry of Julius and Heleen Hagan.
INTERESTED? Sign up in Higher Grounds.

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ALL-CHURCH BBQ’s!
JOIN US WEDNESDAYS 5-7PM
THRU AUGUST

Join us for a relaxing time in the backyard of Pastor Jeff!
If you’re able, bring your own meat to grill and a side dish to share
and the Roots will supply the rest—
Hope to see you there.

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OPPORTUNITY TO DONATE
TO A GOOD CAUSE

CASA of DuPage is dedicated to advocating for the best interests of children who have been removed from unsafe homes due to abuse or neglect. Their trained volunteer advocates provide a consistent, caring voice for these children, ensuring thier needs and best interests are represented. If you would like to donate to CASA of DuPage’s Silent Auction to be held this October at their Gala, you may contact our own Stephanie Horn who volunteers for CASA of DuPage and is part of a team planning the fundraising Gala.
Stephanie has shared this list of specific items that can be donated; Bottles of Wine/Stays at vacation homes/Tickets to sporting events/ Gift cards to restaurants or experiences.
If you are interested in donating, please contact Stephanie or call the church office for more information.

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claim your lost items
BEFORE SEPTEMBER 8

Lost & Found items will be packed up and donated on September 8. Take a minute on a Sunday to make sure your items aren’t included in our collection.

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QUICK LINKS

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GE COV Weekly Newsletter

JOIN US EACH WEEK IN PERSON OR ONLINE
Sundays at 9:30am

SCRIPTURE: 1 PETER 5:1-7
SERMON SERIES: A Living Hope
SERMON: Living a New Existence in the Face of Spiritual Conflict

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Youth Safety & Protection Training
for CURRENT & PROSPECTIVE Volunteers

All volunteers who will be serving children or students
at GEECC have two opportunities
to attend Youth Safety and Protection Training.

Please RSVP here
to let us know when you will be attending.
Questions? Email Joseph Sawyer (joseph.sawyer@gecovenant.org) or
Elissa Schauer (elissa.schauer@gecovenant.org), or call Carol at the office. 

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WOMEN’S BIBLE STUDY
BEGINS SEPTEMBER 21 & 22

Pastor Dawn will soon be ordering books for the Women’s Bible Study this fall. If you are interested in being included in that order, please email her at; dawn.lauber@gecovenant.org.

Our Study: “Walking with God” is a five week journey through the Bible as we learn to walk with God through all seasons of life.

Please join us! You may 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, 9:15am drop off your children and grab a cup of coffee, 9:30am Bible Study begins (Childcare provided. Please RSVP to Pastor Dawn).

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SIMPLE PLEASURES

What a lovely time we’ve been having each Sunday after Worship.
Please join us if you can! You’ll be glad you did.
And if you are in town these final Summer Sundays
and you’d like to bring a sweet treat to share,
please call the church office.

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Youth Group EVENTS
thursdays 7PM-8:30PM

AUGUST 20: FIREPIT AT THE HOME OF WILL & JEN CASEY
AUGUST 27: ROOM REFRESH! CLEAN UP CREW & ICE CREAM AT CHURCH
SEPTEMBER 3: FINAL SUMMER FIREPIT AT THE HOME OF THE PEELERS

Throughout the summer, we’ll usually have a firepit every other week
at the home of a student in our youth group.
Fire Pits are super simple, low-key nights
where we hang out around a fire,
play games and roast marshmallows.
Some Thursdays we hang out around town.
Whatever we do, we have fun spending time together!
Check out the link to see the summer schedule 

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VOLUNTEERS!
THANK YOU FOR YOUR PATIENCE
AS WE BEGIN OUR NEW SIGN UP SYSTEM

Dear Volunteers, thank you so much for your patience as we work out some of the initial glitches in our new system. Everyone is doing so great responding to their email and signing up in their ministry. For those still figuring it out, here are some pointers;

1. IF YOU ARE CURRENTLY SERVING IN A MINISTRY you will receive periodic email regarding opportunities in that ministry—which will also provide a way to sign up.

2. IF YOU HAVE NOT YET CHOSEN A MINISTRY IN WHICH TO SERVE and would like to plug into a ministry, call the church office and we will direct you OR…

3. VISIT THE “VOLUNTEER INFO” TABLE AFTER WORSHIP. GEECC staff will be available to answer questions OR get you plugged in!

4. IF YOU NEED HELP NAVIGATING this new Volunteer Sign Up system in any way, please give a call to the church office. That’s what we’re here for!

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GEECC SHORT TERM MISSION TRIP
TO BELGIUM 2027

If you missed the informational meeting and would like to hear more from Julius Hagan about what God is doing in Belgium, you can receive Julius’ newsletter. Just call the church office to get signed up to hear more!

DATES OF THE TRIP: 2 weeks between June 13 -July 4, 2027
ELIGIBILITY: Open to ages 16 and up
LOCATION & PURPOSE: Traveling to Belgium to support the ministry of Julius and Heleen Hagan.
INTERESTED? Sign up in Higher Grounds.

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ALL-CHURCH BBQ’s!
JOIN US WEDNESDAYS 5-7PM
THRU AUGUST

Join us for a relaxing time in the backyard of Pastor Jeff!
If you’re able, bring your own meat to grill and a side dish to share
and the Roots will supply the rest—
Hope to see you there.

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CONGREGATIONAL MEETING
SUNDAY AUGUST 30 AT 6PM
FAMILY LIFE CENTER

Please join us for this important meeting as
together we seek God’s leading for our church.

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COLLEGE STUDENTS
MARK YOUR CALENDARS!

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OPPORTUNITY TO DONATE
TO A GOOD CAUSE

CASA of DuPage is dedicated to advocating for the best interests of children who have been removed from unsafe homes due to abuse or neglect. Their trained volunteer advocates provide a consistent, caring voice for these children, ensuring thier needs and best interests are represented. If you would like to donate to CASA of DuPage’s Silent Auction to be held this October at their Gala, you may contact our own Stephanie Horn who volunteers for CASA of DuPage and is part of a team planning the fundraising Gala.
Stephanie has shared this list of specific items that can be donated; Bottles of Wine/Stays at vacation homes/Tickets to sporting events/ Gift cards to restaurants or experiences.
If you are interested in donating, please contact Stephanie or call the church office for more information.

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claim your lost items
BEFORE SEPTEMBER 8

Lost & Found items will be packed up and donated on September 8. Take a minute on a Sunday to make sure your items aren’t included in our collection.

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QUICK LINKS

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GE COV Weekly Newsletter

JOIN US EACH WEEK IN PERSON OR ONLINE
Sundays at 9:30am

SCRIPTURE: 1 PETER 4:12-19
SERMON SERIES: A Living Hope
SERMON: Living a New Existence in the Midst of Suffering

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TAKE A FEW MINUTES TO RELAX

What a lovely time we’ve been having each Sunday after Worship.
Please join us if you can! You’ll be glad you did.
And if you are in town these Summer Sundays
and you’d like to bring a sweet treat to share,
please call the church office.

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Youth Group EVENTS
thursdays 7PM-8:30PM

AUGUST 6: FIREPIT AT THE HOME OF PASTOR JEFF
AUGUST 20: FIREPIT AT THE HOME OF WILL & JEN CASEY
SEPTEMBER 3: FINAL SUMMER FIREPIT AT THE HOME OF THE PEELERS

Throughout the summer, we’ll usually have a firepit every other week
at the home of a student in our youth group.
Fire Pits are super simple, low-key nights
where we hang out around a fire,
play games and roast marshmallows.
Some Thursdays we hang out around town.
Whatever we do, we have fun spending time together!
Check out the link to see the summer schedule 

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SIGNING UP TO VOLUNTEER
HAS BEEN MADE more efficient!

You may have noticed that the “Serve” sign up on our GEECC website ended in July. This was not an oversite. It is a planned shift to something more efficient! How does this new system work? Here it is in a nutshell:

1. Access the link you were originally provided in an email sent in July. This is a personalized link just for YOU!

2. If you are currently involved in a ministry, you will receive periodic email regarding opportunities in that ministry—which will also provide a way to sign up.

3. If you are new to serving at GEECC and would like to plug into a ministry, call the church office and we will direct you.

4. If you need help navigating this new Volunteer Sign Up system in any way, please give a call to the church office. That’s what we’re here for!

5. Visit the “Volunteer Info” table after Worship. Staff will be there to answer your questions.

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GEECC SHORT TERM MISSION TRIP
TO BELGIUM 2027

If you missed the informational meeting and would like to hear more from Julius Hagan about what God is doing in Belgium, you can receive Julius’ newsletter. Just call the church office to get signed up to hear more!

DATES OF THE TRIP: 2 weeks between June 13 -July 4, 2027
ELIGIBILITY: Open to ages 16 and up
LOCATION & PURPOSE: Traveling to Belgium to support the ministry of Julius and Heleen Hagan.

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ALL-CHURCH BBQ’s!
JOIN US WEDNESDAYS 5-7PM
THRU AUGUST

Join us for a relaxing time in the backyard of Pastor Jeff!
If you’re able, bring your own meat to grill and a side dish to share
and the Roots will supply the rest—
Hope to see you there.

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CONGREGATIONAL MEETING
SUNDAY AUGUST 30 AT 5PM
FAMILY LIFE CENTER

Please join us for this important meeting as
together we seek God’s leading for our church.

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COLLEGE STUDENTS
MARK YOUR CALENDARS!

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THE CHURCH DIRECTORY
WON’T BE COMPLETE WITHOUT YOU!

We’ve been waiting for a new GEECC Church Directory,
and now it’s within reach!!
Whether you are new to GEECC,
or have called us your church home for decades,
we need your most up to date contact info!
Please call the church office with your current contact info.

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claim your lost items!!

Check it out and you will see….several pairs of children’s shoes (inside that hanging plastic bag), stuffed animals (CLAIMED!), student bibles (CLAIMED!), Yetis, several pairs of reading glasses, a key fob, swim goggles (?!), a little girl’s super cute winter coat, several hoodies….and more!! Please come to the coat closet across from the Library to get your lost items before it’s too late!

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QUICK LINKS

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GE COV Weekly Newsletter

JOIN US EACH WEEK IN PERSON OR ONLINE
Sundays at 9:30am

SCRIPTURE: 1 PETER 4:7-11
SERMON SERIES: A Living Hope

Dear Mission Friends,

I look forward to being with you in church this coming Sunday as we consider what it means to be faithful stewards of God’s grace. Let us give thanks for the many wondrous gifts that God has given to us through his son Jesus Christ. And let us share those gifts, in praise and worship of our God and King and in service of God’s people.

For God’s glory and neighbor’s good!

Pastor Dawn

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WINDSOR LUNCH WITH PASTORS
THURSDAY AUGUST 6
11:30AM

Lunch with our friends at Windsor is always enjoyable!
We gather each first and third Thursday of the month at 11:30
to eat lunch and fellowship.

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Youth Group EVENTS
thursdays 7PM-8:30PM

JULY 30: HANGOUT AT NORTHSIDE PARK
AUGUST 6: FIREPIT AT THE HOME OF PASTOR JEFF

Throughout the summer, we’ll usually have a firepit every other week
at the home of a student in our youth group.
Fire Pits are super simple, low-key nights
where we hang out around a fire,
play games and roast marshmallows.
Some Thursdays we hang out around town.
Whatever we do, we have fun spending time together!
Check out the link to see the summer schedule 

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SIGNING UP TO VOLUNTEER
HAS BEEN MADE EASIER!

You may have noticed that the “Serve” sign up on our GEECC website ended last Sunday. This was not an oversite. It is a planned shift to something more efficient! How does this new system work? Here it is in a nutshell:

1. Access the link you were originally provided in an email sent this month. This is a personalized link just for YOU!

2. Please call the church office if you cannot find that email. We are so happy to help.

3. If you need help navigating after clicking on the link, please give a call to the church office. That’s what we’re here for!

4. You will also periodically receive a reminder email prior to the date you volunteered. Yay!

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GEECC SHORT TERM MISSION TRIP
TO BELGIUM 2027

If you missed the informational meeting and would like to hear more from Julius Hagan about what God is doing in Belgium, you can receive Julius’ newsletter. Just call the church office to get signed up to hear more!

DATES OF THE TRIP: 2 weeks between June 13 -July 4, 2027
ELIGIBILITY: Open to ages 16 and up
LOCATION & PURPOSE: Traveling to Belgium to support the ministry of Julius and Heleen Hagan.

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A TIME TO GATHER & RELAX

What a lovely time we’ve been having each Sunday after Worship.
Please join us if you can!
And if you are in town these Summer Sundays
and you’d like to bring a sweet treat to share,
please respond to the church email to sign up.

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ALL-CHURCH BBQ’s!
JOIN US WEDNESDAYS 5-7PM

Join us for a relaxing time in the backyard of Pastor Jeff!
If you’re able, bring your own meat to grill and a side dish to share
and the Roots will supply the rest—
Hope to see you there.

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THE CHURCH DIRECTORY
WON’T BE COMPLETE WITHOUT YOU!

We’ve been waiting for a new GEECC Church Directory,
and now it’s within reach!!
Whether you are new to GEECC,
or have called us your church home for decades,
we need your most up to date contact info!
Please call the church office with your current contact info.

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claim your lost items!!

Check it out and you will see….several pairs of children’s shoes (inside that hanging plastic bag), stuffed animals (CLAIMED!), student bibles (CLAIMED!), Yetis, several pairs of reading glasses, a key fob, swim goggles (?!), a little girl’s super cute winter coat, several hoodies….and more!! Please come to the coat closet across from the Library to get your lost items before it’s too late!

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QUICK LINKS

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GE COV Weekly Newsletter

JOIN US EACH WEEK IN PERSON OR ONLINE
Sundays at 9:30am

SCRIPTURE: 1 PETER 4:1-6
SERMON SERIES: A Living Hope

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Youth Group EVENTS
thursdays 7PM-8:30PM

JULY 23: FIREPIT AT THE HOME OF THE GOETZ’S
JULY 30: HANGOUT AT NORTHSIDE PARK
AUGUST 6: FIREPIT AT THE HOME OF PASTOR JEFF

Throughout the summer, we’ll usually have a firepit every other week
at the home of a student in our youth group.
Fire Pits are super simple, low-key nights
where we hang out around a fire,
play games and roast marshmallows.
Some Thursdays we hang out around town.
Whatever we do, we have fun spending time together!
Check out the link to see the summer schedule 

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YOUNG ADULT SUPPER CLUB
AT WINDSOR

Our friends at Windsor hosted the Young Adult Supper Club this past Monday at their beautiful gazebo and terrace. The company, the conversation, the food, and even the weather was amazing! I believe the consensus was, “we have to do this again sometime!”.

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SUMMER SUNDAY FIKA
A TIME TO GATHER & RELAX

What a lovely time we’ve been having each Sunday after Worship.
Please join us if you can!
And if you are in town these Summer Sundays
and you’d like to bring a sweet treat to share,
please respond to the church email to sign up.

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ALL-CHURCH BBQ’s!
JOIN US WEDNESDAYS 5-7PM

Join us for a relaxing time in the backyard of Pastor Jeff!
If you’re able, bring your own meat to grill and a side dish to share
and the Roots will supply the rest—
Hope to see you there.

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GEECC SHORT TERM MISSION TRIP

If you missed the informational meeting and would like to hear more from Julius Hagan about what God is doing in Belgium, you can receive Julius’ newsletter. Just call the church office to get signed up to hear more!

DATES OF THE TRIP: 2 weeks between June 13 -July 4, 2027
ELIGIBILITY: Open to ages 16 and up
LOCATION & PURPOSE: Traveling to Belgium to support the ministry of Julius and Heleen Hagan.

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CALL THE CHURCH OFFICE
TO UPDATE OR ADD YOUR INFO

We’ve been waiting for a new GEECC Church Directory,
and now it’s within reach! If you haven’t yet edited your info,
or you are a new member or attender,
please call the church office with your current contact info.
The Church Directory won’t be complete without YOU!

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some items have been claimed…
check out the lost & found
and claim your lost items!!

Check it out and you will see….several pairs of children’s shoes (inside that hanging plastic bag), stuffed animals, student bibles (CLAIMED!), Yetis, several pairs of reading glasses, a key fob, swim goggles (?!), a little girl’s super cute winter coat, several hoodies….and more!! Please come to the coat closet across from the Library to get your lost items before it’s too late!

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QUICK LINKS

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GE COV Weekly Newsletter

JOIN US EACH WEEK IN PERSON OR ONLINE
Sundays at 9:30am

SCRIPTURE: 1 PETER 3:8-22
SERMON SERIES: A Living Hope

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God Did It Again!!!

He gives us these amazing opportunities to join with Him and with brothers and sisters in Christ.  He calls us to surrender all to Him.  He smiles when we do.
Through His faithful servants who went before us, God provided a beautiful property and church facility for us to use and share.  Then it is our turn.  He calls us to, and blesses us with, this thing we call “stewardship”.  It is a chance to be a part of His work on earth.  It is an opportunity to follow.
Someone once called churches “embassies of the Kingdom”.  It was clear that the embassy at the corner of Hawthorne and Kenilworth needed a bit of work… a kinda expensive parking lot renovation.  And isn’t amazing how God used the parking lot renovation to work on the really important part of the church in Glen Ellyn… our hearts!  The need was apparent, the Spirit nudged and encouraged us, and God’s people responded.  A number of you responded sacrificially.  Thank you for praying.  Thank you for listening.  Thank you for giving.
Between pledges remaining to be paid and the donations already received, we will have $240,250 for our full parking lot renovation! PRAISE GOD!

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EXODUS BABY PACK
DELIVERED!

Thank you for your generosity, GEECC!
What a joy it was to deliver the items you donated to this dear family.
We had a lovely visit and are so thankful to be able to continue
our friendship with them, which began over a year ago.
We got to know these friends through Exodus World Service.

If you would like to serve our neighbors in a similar way,
or would like to hear more about serving opportunities
with Exodus World Service, please click the link here:
https://exodusworldservice.org/serve/

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SUMMER SUNDAY FIKA
A TIME TO GATHER & RELAX

What a lovely time we’ve been having each Sunday after Worship.
Please join us if you can!
And if you are in town these Summer Sundays
and you’d like to bring a sweet treat to share,
please respond to the church email to sign up.

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ALL-CHURCH BBQ’s!
JOIN US WEDNESDAYS 5-7PM

Join us for a relaxing time in the backyard of Pastor Jeff!
If you’re able, bring your own meat to grill and a side dish to share
and the Roots will supply the rest—
even providing some nice shade on these sunny July days!
Hope to see you there.

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YOUNG ADULT SUPPER CLUB
MONDAY JULY 20
6:30pm

GEECC Young Adults, please join us for this very special gathering
as our friends at Windsor will host us in their lovely Gazebo & Terrace.

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GEECC SHORT TERM MISSION TRIP

If you missed the informational meeting and would like to hear more from Julius Hagan about what God is doing in Belgium, you can receive Julius’ newsletter. Just call the church office to get signed up to hear more!

DATES OF THE TRIP: 2 weeks between June 13 -July 4, 2027
ELIGIBILITY: Open to ages 16 and up
LOCATION & PURPOSE: Traveling to Belgium to support the ministry of Julius and Heleen Hagan.

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CALL THE CHURCH OFFICE
TO UPDATE OR ADD YOUR INFO

We’ve been waiting for a new GEECC Church Directory,
and now it’s within reach! If you haven’t yet edited your info,
or you are a new member or attender,
please call the church office with your current contact info.
The Church Directory won’t be complete without YOU!

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PLEASE CHECK OUT THE LOST & FOUND
ITEMS WILL BE DONATED SOON!

Check it out and you will see….several pairs of children’s shoes, stuffed animals, student bibles, Yetis, reading glasses, a key fob, swim goggles, a little girl’s super cute winter coat, several hoodies….and more!! Please come to the coat closet across from the Library to get your lost items before it’s too late!

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QUICK LINKS

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