GE COV Weekly Newsletter

Join us Each week in person or online
Sundays at 9:30am.

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THIS WEEK AT A GLANCE

Sunday Sermon

Hebrews 12:1-13  All Saints Sunday                                                                                                                             

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FEATURED UPDATES

Makerspace

Reserve your spot to come slow down and learn the old art of felting of wool.  We will be making a felted bookmark.  Let's be makers not takers as we pray thanksgiving with our hands.

RSVP to 2013themakersspace@gmail.com

Membership class

Led by Pastor Jeff. Saturday Nov. 11th, 9am-12pm in the Family Life Center

Reach out to Pastor Jeff if you are interested in joining this class;

Jeff.root@gecovenant.org

October is Pastor Appreciation Month!

The Pastor and Staff Relations Committee encourages you to send a note or email of affirmation to our wonderful pastors - and other staff members, too - to thank each of them for all the ways, seen and unseen, they serve our congregation. It only takes a few minutes to encourage and build up those who care for us so selflessly!

 “Then I will give you shepherds after My own heart, who will feed you knowledge and understanding”

-Jeremiah 3:15

women’s bible studies

Our Women’s Evening Bible Study are Wednesday nights, 6:30-8 PM (coinciding with the Midweek children’s program). We are in the book of Acts. Pastor Dawn will upload a video on the previous lesson, so you can watch if you missed it.

Thanks to all who have already signed up for our study!

Questions? Please email Pastor Dawn Lauber at dawn.lauber@gecovenant.org

Midweek Women's Bible Study Registration

Join our Zoom Bible Studies from wherever you are!

• Tuesdays, 9:30-11am: Hebrews starting in October

• Saturdays, 8-9:30am: preview of Bible text for each Sunday’s sermon

The weekly meetings are not strictly structured, and Karen Hudson serves as a good reference person in both groups. She is a Wycliffe bible translation consultant, very familiar with the bible and knows Hebrew and Greek.

Zoom link. (password if needed: Welcome!)

Questions: Fern Williams (630-945-2725; billnfern711@gmail.com) or Wendy Miller (wendy@darrenandwendy.com; 630-596-6487).

adult sunday school

No Adult Sunday School October 29th. Enjoy an extended coffee hour!

Dr. David Van Dyke (Wheaton College Marriage & Family Therapy Program Director and Professor) and Tara Van Dyke (With U Birth and Parenting, Certified Birth Doula) will lead a Sunday School class on Marriage, the first of a three-part series on relationships: family (December3) , and friendships (December 10).

Sunday school for Jr. and Hi-League meets every Sunday in the Student Ministries room.

Windsor Lunch with the Pastors - This Thursday, October 26th 11:30am in the Bistro. Bring your own lunch.

CHURCH PRAYER MEETING!

“Devote yourselves to prayer, being watchful and thankful.” -Colossians 4:2

ATTENTION: The Church prayer meetings are on Zoom every Monday night at 7pm!

Zoom ID: 859 848 614

Password: geecc

All are welcome to this sweet hour of prayer! See you there!

MISSIONS FOCUS

A Partner Celebrates 50 Years of Service
Repeat Boutique—a ministry providing clothing and household goods to refugees, low-income families, and Christian workers, celebrated 50th years of service this month. Members of our church have been active in the organization through the years; some currently volunteer there. Learn more here.

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QUICK LINKS

GE COV Weekly Newsletter

Join us Each week in person or online
Sundays at 9:30am.

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THIS WEEK AT A GLANCE

Sunday Sermon

1 Thessalonians 4:1-12                                                                                                                     

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FEATURED UPDATES

October is Pastor Appreciation Month!

The Pastor and Staff Relations Committee encourages you to send a note or email of affirmation to our wonderful pastors - and other staff members, too - to thank each of them for all the ways, seen and unseen, they serve our congregation. It only takes a few minutes to encourage and build up those who care for us so selflessly!

 “Then I will give you shepherds after My own heart, who will feed you knowledge and understanding”

-Jeremiah 3:15

women’s bible studies

Our Women’s Evening Bible Study are Wednesday nights, 6:30-8 PM (coinciding with the Midweek children’s program). We are in the book of Acts. Pastor Dawn will upload a video on the previous lesson, so you can watch if you missed it.

Thanks to all who have already signed up for our study!

Questions? Please email Pastor Dawn Lauber at dawn.lauber@gecovenant.org

Midweek Women's Bible Study Registration

Join our Zoom Bible Studies from wherever you are!

• Tuesdays, 9:30-11am: Hebrews starting in October

• Saturdays, 8-9:30am: preview of Bible text for each Sunday’s sermon

The weekly meetings are not strictly structured, and Karen Hudson serves as a good reference person in both groups. She is a Wycliffe bible translation consultant, very familiar with the bible and knows Hebrew and Greek.

Zoom link. (password if needed: Welcome!)

Questions: Fern Williams (630-945-2725; billnfern711@gmail.com) or Wendy Miller (wendy@darrenandwendy.com; 630-596-6487).

adult sunday school

Dr. David Van Dyke (Wheaton College Marriage & Family Therapy Program Director and Professor) and Tara Van Dyke (With U Birth and Parenting, Certified Birth Doula) will lead a Sunday School class on Marriage, the first of a three-part series on relationships: marriage (October 22), family (December3) , and friendships (December 10).

Sunday school for Jr. and High League meets every Sunday in the Student Ministries room.

Windsor Lunch with the Pastors - October 26th 11:30am in the Bistro. Bring your own lunch.

trunk-oR-treat!

Trunk-or-treat is Next Wednesday, October 25th! Use the QR code above or the link below to sign up to host a trunk!

https://form.jotform.com/232404630072141

CHURCH PRAYER MEETING!

“Devote yourselves to prayer, being watchful and thankful.” -Colossians 4:2

ATTENTION: The Church prayer meetings are on Zoom every Monday night at 7pm!

Zoom ID: 859 848 614

Password: geecc

All are welcome to this sweet hour of prayer! See you there!

MISSIONS FOCUS

A Partner Celebrates 50 Years of Service
Repeat Boutique—a ministry providing clothing and household goods to refugees, low-income families, and Christian workers, celebrated 50th years of service this month. Members of our church have been active in the organization through the years; some currently volunteer there. Learn more here.

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QUICK LINKS

GE COV Weekly Newsletter

Join us Each week in person or online
Sundays at 9:30am.

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THIS WEEK AT A GLANCE

Sunday Sermon

1 Thessalonians 3:11-13                                                                                                                                                                

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FEATURED UPDATES

MIDWEEK children’s PROGRAM

Midweek Children’s program began this week (Wednesday, October 11th) We will meet every other Wednesday to coincide with the Women’s Evening Bible Study. 6:30-8 PM.

Questions? Contact Susan Cornett at susan.cornett@gecovenant.org

women’s bible studies

Our Women’s Evening Bible Study began this Wednesday night, October 11, 6:30-8 PM (coincides with the Midweek children’s program). We are in the book of Acts. Pastor Dawn will upload a video on the previous lesson, so you can watch if you missed it.

Thanks to all who have already signed up for our study! You can register here and please join us even if you haven’t signed up. If you have any questions, please email Pastor Dawn Lauber at dawn.lauber@gecovenant.org

Midweek Women's Bible Study Registration

Join our Zoom Bible Studies from wherever you are – in town, out of town, no need to leave your home.

• Tuesdays, 9:30-11am: Hebrews starting in October

• Saturdays, 8-9:30am: preview of Bible text for each Sunday’s sermon

The weekly meetings are not strictly structured, and Karen Hudson serves as a good reference person in both groups. She is a Wycliffe bible translation consultant, very familiar with the bible and knows Hebrew and Greek.

Zoom link. (password if needed: Welcome!)

Questions: Fern Williams (630-945-2725; billnfern711@gmail.com) or Wendy Miller (wendy@darrenandwendy.com; 630-596-6487).

hi-league fall retreat

The Hi League Fall Retreat is this weekend! Don't forget to sign up and if you haven't already you can Click here for the link.

We meet this Saturday, October 14th at the church at 1:15p and depart at 1:30p for Bethany Beach. Bring a sleeping bag along with weather appropriate clothing, bible/journal, and overnight essentials.

We arrive back at the church on Sunday at 3:00p. We will update the @geecstudents Instagram for exact arrival time. 

The total cost including transportation, 3 meals, and activities is $50. Checks can be made out to GEECC or Glen Ellyn Covenant Church.

If you have any questions about payment or pricing, feel free to reach out to Joseph Sawyer, Director of Student Ministries at joseph.sawyer@gecovenant.org

congregational meeting

Congregational meeting immediately following worship and before Sunday school this Sunday October 15th. We will vote on a new worship leader, two new members, and a proposal for a new boiler.

adult sunday school

Three Adult Sunday School Classes October 8th and 15th, “The Beloved Community” (Gym), “Continuing the Conversation” (Chapel), and Skye Jethani on “Right Now Media” (Conference Room)

Midweek Evening Bible Studies; women and men meeting on opposite Wednesdays till December. 6:30-8 PM.

Women began October 11th studying the book of Acts with Pastor Dawn.

Men begin on October 18th studying from 1st Timothy with Pastor Jeff. Bring a friend, neighbor, co-worker, or family member!

Sunday school for Jr. and High League meets every Sunday in the Student Ministries room.

Windsor Lunch with the Pastors - October 12th and 26th 11:30am in the Bistro. Bring your own lunch.

food drive announcement

We will be collecting food for the upcoming food drive!

Each bag will have an attached list of items that need to be collected. They are located on a table outside the sanctuary.

Please return the bags before this Friday, October 13th.

trunk-oR-treat!

Trunk-or-treat is Wednesday, October 25th! Use the QR code above or the link below to sign up to host a trunk!

More details coming soon!

https://form.jotform.com/232404630072141

CHURCH PRAYER MEETING!

“Devote yourselves to prayer, being watchful and thankful.” -Colossians 4:2

ATTENTION: The Church prayer meetings are on Zoom every Monday night at 7pm!

Zoom ID: 859 848 614

Password: geecc

All are welcome to this sweet hour of prayer! See you there!

MISSIONS FOCUS

Repeat Boutique Celebrates 50 Years of Service
Repeat Boutique will celebrate its 50th anniversary this coming Friday! The not-for-profit organization is a Christian non-denominational volunteer service ministry that provides clothing and practical household goods to refugees, low-income families, and Christian workers.

One of our local partners, members of our church have been active in the organization through the years and some currently volunteer there.

Household items (e.g., dishes and cookware, linens, books, and toys) as well as clothing are provided free to clients with a referral. World Relief, with a location next door, is a collaborative partner. Other sources of referrals include local churches, charitable organizations, and government agencies. Repeat Boutique serves more than 200 families monthly.

Donations may be dropped off Monday through Friday, 8:30 am – 1:30 pm, at the rear entrance of the building at 191 South Gary Ave in Carol Stream. Look for door E-3 or the collection container nearby.

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QUICK LINKS

GE COV Weekly Newsletter

Join us Each week in person or online
Sundays at 9:30am.

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THIS WEEK AT A GLANCE

Sunday Sermon

1 Thessalonians 3:1-10                                                                                                                                                                     

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FEATURED UPDATES

Women’s worship night

Right Time, Right Place: God working in our stories

Tonight, Thursday October 5th, 6:30-8:30 PM, in the sanctuary.

Worship Night and Dessert Reception

Guest Speaker, Courtney Crowder, serves as the Grassroots Organizer for the Northeast and Central regions of the U.S. for World Vision Advocacy Mobilization.

She equips and mentors volunteers to advocate to their members of Congress around issues of extreme poverty throughout the world. Using humor and hard-earned insights, Courtney will encourage women of all ages and in all seasons of life to use their gifts in service of God and others.

food drive announcement

We will be collecting food for the upcoming food drive!

Each bag will have an attached list of items that need to be collected. They will be located on a table outside the sanctuary.

Bags for the Ark will be handed out October 4th and 5th,

Bags for the church will be handed out on October 8th.

Please return the bags before October 13th.

kickoff sunday

Fall Kickoff Potluck is This Sunday, October 8th after Sunday School.

Last names with A-M; please bring a side
Last names with N-Z; please bring a dessert!

We will have a bouncy house and Portillo’s!

Come for a time of food, and fellowship!

ark preschool fundraiser

Barone's Night is October 16th from 4pm-9pm.  No flyer is needed however everyone must mention The Ark when ordering.  (dine in or take out).  

adult spiritual formation

Three Adult Sunday School Classes October 8th and 15th, “The Beloved Community” (Munson Hall), “Continuing the Conversation” (Chapel), and Skye Jethani on “Right Now Media” (Conference Room)

Midweek Evening Bible Studies begin October 11th – women and men meeting on opposite Wednesdays till December. 6:30-8 PM.

Women begin on October 11th studying the book of Acts with Pastor Dawn.

Men begin on October 18th studying from 1st Timothy with Pastor Jeff. Bring a friend, neighbor, co-worker, or family member!

Windsor Lunch with the Pastors - October 12th and 26th 11:30am in the Bistro. Bring your own lunch.

THE MAKER'S SPACE

This season we will once again use ancient spiritual discipline practices along with art to slow ourselves and allow space to speak with and hear from God.

Come and allow yourself to breathe and listen to what God has to say to you as we praise Him exploring word art as demonstrated in Heather Holdsworth's new book "Landscape of Hope: an Illustrated Journey Into the Psalms.” We will meet in Munson Hall This Sunday, Oct. 8, from 5-7pm. 

All are welcome and free to bring neighbors and friends. 

Please RSVP to 2013themakersspace@gmail.com so we have enough supplies.

Jr league rock climbing event

The Jr League Fall Hangout is this upcoming Monday, October 9th. Drop off is 4:00p at church and pick up is 8:00p also at the church.

For the hangout, the total cost including food, transportation, and climbing expenses is $40.

We will travel to Vertical Endeavors: 246 Windy Point Dr, Glendale Heights, IL 60139

Come for a time of fun and fellowship!

congregational meeting

Congregational meeting immediately following worship and before Sunday school Sunday October 15th. We will vote on a new worship leader, two new members, and a proposal for a new boiler.

CHILDREN’S MIDWEEK PROGRAM

Midweek Children’s program will begin Next Wednesday, October 11th, meeting every other Wednesday to coincide with the Women’s Evening Bible Study. 6:30-8 PM.

trunk-oR-treat!

Trunk-or-treat is Wednesday, October 25th! Use the QR code above or the link below to sign up to host a trunk!

More details coming soon!

https://form.jotform.com/232404630072141

STUDENT MINISTRIES

Mark your calendars:

October 14th hi-league retreat in Michigan.

Sunday School every week for both, following Worship downstairs.

See Joseph Sawyer, Student Ministries director, for more information.

CHURCH PRAYER MEETING!

“Devote yourselves to prayer, being watchful and thankful.” -Colossians 4:2

ATTENTION: The Church prayer meetings are on Zoom every Monday night at 7pm!

Zoom ID: 859 848 614

Password: geecc

All are welcome to this sweet hour of prayer! See you there!

MISSIONS FOCUS

Ongoing prayer is encouraged for the local and global personnel and service agencies we support—four Evangelical Covenant Church (ECC) couples, three non-ECC couples and three individuals, and several local and international organizations.

Partner updates, often provided here, are highlighted in our missions display case and are available in the partner’s newsletters and in some cases website. Contact Darren Miller via missions@gecovenant.org to be added to the newsletter distribution list and Diane Brown for the GE COV Prayer Letter.

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QUICK LINKS

GE COV Weekly Newsletter

Join us Each week in person or online
Sundays at 9:30am.

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THIS WEEK AT A GLANCE

Sunday Sermon

1 Thessalonians 2:13-20                                                                                          

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FEATURED UPDATES

food drive announcement

We will be collecting food for the upcoming food drive!

Each bag will have an attached list of items that need to be collected. They will be located on a table outside the sanctuary.

Bags for the Ark will be handed out October 4th and 5th,

Bags for the church will be handed out on October 8th.

Please return the bags before October 13th.

kickoff sunday

Fall Kickoff Potluck is next Sunday, October 8th after Sunday School.

Last names with A-M; please bring a side
Last names with N-Z; please bring a dessert!

We will have a bouncy house and Portillo’s!

Come for a time of food, and fellowship!

WOMEN’S MINISTRy BEGINs

Right Time, Right Place: God working in our stories

Next Thursday, October 5th, 6:30 PM

Worship Night and Dessert Reception

Guest Speaker, Courtney Crowder, serves as the Grassroots Organizer for the Northeast and Central regions of the U.S. for World Vision Advocacy Mobilization.

She equips and mentors volunteers to advocate to their members of Congress around issues of extreme poverty throughout the world. Using humor and hard-earned insights, Courtney will encourage women of all ages and in all seasons of life to use their gifts in service of God and others.

adult spiritual formation

Adult Sunday School last week- Dr. Andy Abernethy, focusing on our core value: Savoring Scripture. Join us for coffee and teaching in the Family Life Center.

Midweek Evening Bible Studies begin October 11th – women and men meeting on opposite Wednesdays till December. 6:30-8 PM.

Women begin on October 11th studying the book of Acts with Pastor Dawn.

Men begin on October 18th studying from 1st Timothy with Pastor Jeff. Bring a friend, neighbor, co-worker, or family member!

Windsor Lunch with the Pastors - September 28, 11:30am in the Bistro. Bring your own lunch.

CHILDREN’S MIDWEEK PROGRAM

Midweek Children’s program will begin on October 11th, meeting every other Wednesday to coincide with the Women’s Evening Bible Study. 6:30-8 PM.

trunk-oR-treat!

Trunk-or-treat will be happening Wednesday, October 25th! Use the QR code above or the link below to sign up to host a trunk!

More details coming soon!

https://form.jotform.com/232404630072141

STUDENT MINISTRIES

Mark your calendars:

October 9th climbing event for Jr League.

October 14th hi-league retreat in Michigan.

Sunday School every week for both, following Worship downstairs.

See Joseph Sawyer, Student Ministries director, for more information.

THE MAKER'S SPACE

This season we will be once again using ancient spiritual discipline practices along with art to slow ourselves and allow space to speak with and hear from God.

Come and allow yourself to breathe and listen to what God has to say to you as we praise Him exploring word art as demonstrated in Heather Holdsworth's new book "Landscape of Hope: an Illustrated Journey Into the Psalms.” We will meet in Munson Hall on Sunday, Oct. 8, from 5-7pm. 

All are welcome and free to bring neighbors and friends. 

Please RSVP to 2013themakersspace@gmail.com so we have enough supplies.

CHURCH PRAYER MEETING!

“Devote yourselves to prayer, being watchful and thankful.” -Colossians 4:2

ATTENTION: The Church prayer meetings are on Zoom every Thursday night at 7pm!

Zoom ID: 859 848 614

Password: geecc

All are welcome to this sweet hour of prayer! See you there!

MISSIONS FOCUS

Praying for Our Missions Partners
We encourage ongoing prayer for the local and global personnel and service agencies we support—four Evangelical Covenant Church (ECC) couples, three non-ECC couples and three individuals, and several local and international organizations. Highlights of partners and their activities are shown in our missions display case.

Other Items
Updates from our partners are available in their newsletters and in some cases on the partner’s website. Let Darren Miller know via missions@gecovenant.org if you would like to be added to the newsletter distribution list. Contact Diane Brown to receive the GE COV Prayer Letter.

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QUICK LINKS

GE COV Weekly Newsletter

Join us Each week in person or online
Sundays at 9:30am.

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THIS WEEK AT A GLANCE

Sunday Sermon

1 Thessalonians 2:1-12                                                                                                    

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FEATURED UPDATES

ADULT SPIRITUAL FORMATION

Adult Sunday School continues with Dr. Andy Abernethy for two more Sundays, focusing on our core value: Savoring Scripture. Join us for coffee and teaching in the gym.

Midweek Evening Bible Studies begin October 11th – women and men meeting on opposite Wednesdays till December. 6:30-8 PM.

Women begin on October 11th studying the book of Acts with Pastor Dawn.

Men begin on October 18th studying from 1st Timothy with Pastor Jeff. Bring a friend, neighbor, co-worker, or family member!

Windsor Lunch with the Pastors - September 28, 11:30am in the Bistro. Bring your own lunch.

WOMEN’S MINISTRy BEGIN

Right Time, Right Place: God working in our stories

Thursday, October 5th, 6:30 PM

Worship Night and Dessert Reception

Guest Speaker, Courtney Crowder, serves as the Grassroots Organizer for the Northeast and Central regions of the U.S. for World Vision Advocacy Mobilization.

She equips and mentors volunteers to advocate to their members of Congress around issues of extreme poverty throughout the world. Using humor and hard-earned insights, Courtney will encourage women of all ages and in all seasons of life to use their gifts in service of God and others.

CHILDREN’S MIDWEEK PROGRAM

Midweek Children’s program will begin on October 11th, meeting every other Wednesday to coincide with the Women’s Evening Bible Study. 6:30-8 PM.

trunk-oR-treat!

Trunk-or-treat will be happening Wednesday, October 25th! Use the QR code above or the link below to sign up to host a trunk!

More details coming soon!

https://form.jotform.com/232404630072141

STUDENT MINISTRIES

Parents of middle schoolers and high schoolers meet for dinner and fellowship, Tuesday, September 26, 5:30-7 PM in Fellowship Hall.

Mark your calendars:

October 9th climbing event for Jr League.

October 14th hi-league retreat in Michigan.

See Joseph Sawyer, Student Ministries director, for more information.

THE MAKER'S SPACE

This season we will be once again using ancient spiritual discipline practices along with art to slow ourselves and allow space to speak with and hear from God.

Come and allow yourself to breathe and listen to what God has to say to you as we praise Him exploring word art as demonstrated in Heather Holdsworth's new book "Landscape of Hope: an Illustrated Journey Into the Psalms.' We will meet in Munson Hall on Sunday, Oct. 8, from 5-7pm. 

All are welcome and free to bring neighbors and friends. 

Please RSVP to 2013themakersspace@gmail.com so we have enough supplies.

CHURCH PRAYER MEETING!

“Devote yourselves to prayer, being watchful and thankful.” -Colossians 4:2

ATTENTION: The Church prayer meetings are on Zoom every Monday night at 7pm!

Zoom ID: 859 848 614

Password: geecc

All are welcome to this sweet hour of prayer! See you there!

MISSIONS FOCUS

Partner Highlight
One of the service agencies that we support—KICY—broadcasts two radio stations from its studios in Nome, Alaska. KICY AM-850, which began broadcasting to western Alaska on Easter Sunday in 1960, serves the entire region with news, weather, music, Native singing, and Bible teaching programs.

ICY 100.3 FM serves Nome and the surrounding community with 24-hr Christian music, and has a morning show with news, weather, and trivia contests. Overnight the FM radio station signal also broadcasts Christian music and teaching, in Russian, about 2,000 miles into mainland Russia.

Owned and operated by Arctic Broadcasting Association, Inc., a 501(c)3 non-profit affiliated corporation of the Evangelical Covenant Church, KICY is staffed entirely by volunteers. Learn more about this impressive ministry here.

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QUICK LINKS

GE COV Weekly Newsletter

Join us Each week in person or online
Sundays at 9:30am.

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THIS WEEK AT A GLANCE

Sunday Sermon

1 Thessalonians 1:1-10               

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FEATURED UPDATES

Memorial Service for Elijah Rosengren

The memorial service for Eli Rosengren, son of Brad and Becca Rosengren, will be held at Glen Ellyn Evangelical Covenant Church this Saturday, September 16th at 10 am. 

Please be in prayer for Brad and Becca and their children, Bruce and McKenna, and for Eli’s grandparents, Bruce and Julie Munson.

Adult sunday school

Sunday School starts this Sunday, September 17th. Dr. Andrew Abernethy leads our first three Sunday school weeks. This class is for all adults, focusing on our core value: Savoring Scripture.

college dinner

College dinners have started again! This Sunday September 17th, from 5-7pm, at the home of Jon and Andrea Martin; 350 Bluegrass Circle, Wheaton.

first confirmation

Our Confirmation class, lead by Joseph Sawyer, begins for grades 8-12 September 24th, 2-4 pm at church

women’s worship night

All women are invited to our worship kickoff, to women’s ministry, Thursday October 5th, 6:30pm

“Sing to the LORD, all the earth; proclaim his salvation day after day.” -1 Chronicles 16:23

Racal Justice book club

The Racial Justice book club will resume meeting on Zoom on Thursday nights at 7:30 on October 19.  We welcome drop-ins if you can't make every Thursday, but want to read the book with us.

 Our book for this fall is Invisible by Grace Ji-Sun Kim. She shares the story of her heritage, her family history, her immigration, and her own experience as an Asian American woman. She deploys biblical, sociological, and theological narratives to empower the voices of Asian American women. Speaking with the weight of a theologian, she powerfully paves the way for a theology of visibility that honors the voice and identity of these women. 

 Contact Mary Crickmore if you are interested in joining.

CHURCH PRAYER MEETING!

“Devote yourselves to prayer, being watchful and thankful.” -Colossians 4:2

The Church prayer meetings are on Zoom every Thursday night at 7pm!

Zoom ID: 859 848 614

Password: geecc

All are welcome to this sweet hour of prayer! See you there!

MISSIONS FOCUS

Praying for Our Missions Partners
We encourage prayer for the local and global personnel and service agencies that we support.

Partner Highlight
This week the Glen Ellyn Food Pantry particularly needs canned meats (e.g., chicken, tuna), canned chicken noodle soup, and pancake mix and syrup. Donations may be dropped off at the Pantry’s new location at 55 N. Park Blvd. (near the corner of Park Blvd. and Roosevelt Rd.), Glen Ellyn, IL. Details are available here.

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QUICK LINKS

GE COV Weekly Newsletter

Join us Each week in person or online
Sundays at 9:30am.

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THIS WEEK AT A GLANCE

Sunday Sermon

Acts 2:42-47                          

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FEATURED UPDATES

Memorial Service for Elijah Rosengren

The memorial service for Eli Rosengren, son of Brad and Becca Rosengren, will be held at Glen Ellyn Evangelical Covenant Church on Saturday, September 16th at 10 am. 

Please be in prayer for Brad and Becca and their children, Bruce and McKenna, and for Eli’s grandparents, Bruce and Julie Munson.

Update on Tarcisio offering

We give thanks that we met our goal in supporting our missionary, Tarcisio, as he seeks emergency medical care.

Thank you, church family!

Changes to Kick-off Sunday, Sept. 10

This Sunday in our worship service, we will offer a blessing for our Ark and Sunday School Teachers. There will be an ice cream truck after church, but our meal together has been postponed until October.

Jr League and Hi-League this week

Our student ministry programs begin this week. Jr League begins on Wednesday, Sept. 13th 6:30 PM.

Hi-League begins on Thursday, Sept. 14th 7 PM.  

women’s worship night

Please join us Thursday October 5th, for a night of worship. It begins at 6:30pm and we will meet in the sanctuary.

“Sing to the LORD, all the earth; proclaim his salvation day after day.” -1 Chronicles 16:23

College ministry Food sign up

We are excited to announce the launch of our college ministry! We are looking for volunteers to help provide food.

Just use the QR code above, to sign up for a slot to bring food at the chosen destination. You will then fill out the form and what you will be bringing to that location.

Thank you for your support!

CHURCH PRAYER MEETING!

“Devote yourselves to prayer, being watchful and thankful.” -Colossians 4:2

The Church prayer meetings are on Zoom every Thursday night at 7pm!

Zoom ID: 859 848 614

Password: geecc

All are welcome to this sweet hour of prayer! See you there!

MISSIONS FOCUS

Praying for Our Missions Partners
Our church supports several missionaries and local and international ministries and service agencies. We encourage prayer for these individuals and organizations—four Evangelical Covenant Church (ECC) missionary couples, three non-ECC missionary couples and three individuals, and several local and international agencies and ministries.

Stop by the missions display case to see highlights of our partners and their activities.

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QUICK LINKS

GE COV Weekly Newsletter

Join us Each week in person or online
Sundays at 9:30am.

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THIS WEEK AT A GLANCE

Sunday Sermon

 Psalm 145:8-14                  

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FEATURED UPDATES

women’s worship night

Please join us Thursday October 5th, for a night of worship. It begins at 6:30pm and we will meet in the sanctuary.

“Sing to the LORD, all the earth; proclaim his salvation day after day.” -1 Chronicles 16:23

A Special Need; a Special Offering

Many of you know and love Tarcisio Magurupira, a brother in Christ, member of our church, and our supported missionary in Zimbabwe.  We have so often rejoiced in the work God has done at the Theological College in Zimbabwe and through the children’s camps.  Pastors are being equipped, children are hearing of Jesus for the first time, and hearts are being changed. 

Tarcisio has been battling a health challenge in recent months, including a serious infection, and now surgery is unavoidable.  Unfortunately the surgery he needs is not available in Zimbabwe; Tarcisio must travel to South Africa for the surgery.  His medical insurance is sorely lacking.  Tarcisio does not have sufficient financial resources. 

The need is $10,000.  Will you please come along side Tarcisio and consider a donation to help offset medical expenses?  If you are so led, simply make your check out to Glen Ellyn Evangelical Covenant Church as you usually do, but also note “Emergency Medical Fund” in the memo line (and on the envelope if you use one).  If your give online, the dropdown menu now includes “Emergency Medical Fund for Tarcisio”. 

Here is a link to the giving page  Give to Glen Ellyn Evangelical Covenant Church (breezechms.com)   And whether you are led to donate or not, please PRAY.  Our God is the Great Physician.  He holds Tarcisio and each of us in the palm of his hand.  Thank you for your consideration.

kickoff sunday!

The Fall Kickoff will be Sunday September 10th. There will be a potluck lunch immediately following worship.
People with last names A-M, Please bring a side dish. People with last names N-Z; please bring a dessert.

Come join us in celebration as we begin a new season of ministry!

Student ministry parent bbq

Join us next Thursday, September 7th, at 5:30pm at the Casey residence for a night of getting to know Joseph, our new director of Student Ministries.

Bring a side dish to share! We will provide the meat!

Students are welcome to attend as well!

Click here to see our Student Ministries announcements page!

College ministry Food sign up

We are excited to announce the launch of our college ministry! We are looking for volunteers to help provide food.

Just use the QR code above, to sign up for a slot to bring food at the chosen destination. You will then fill out the form and what you will be bringing to that location.

Thank you for your support!

CHURCH PRAYER MEETING!

“Devote yourselves to prayer, being watchful and thankful.” -Colossians 4:2

The Church prayer meetings are on Zoom every Thursday night at 7pm!

Zoom ID: 859 848 614

Password: geecc

All are welcome to this sweet hour of prayer! See you there!

MISSIONS FOCUS

Praying for Our Missions Partners
Our church supports several missionaries and local and international ministries and service agencies.

We encourage prayer for these individuals and organizations—four Evangelical Covenant Church (ECC) missionary couples, three non-ECC missionary couples and three individuals, and several local and international agencies and ministries.

Stop by the missions display case to see highlights of our partners and their activities.

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GE COV Weekly Newsletter

Join us Each week in person or online
Sundays at 9:30am.

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THIS WEEK AT A GLANCE

Sunday Sermon

 The book of Philemon                        

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FEATURED UPDATES

kickoff sunday!

The Fall Kickoff will be Sunday September 10th. There will be a potluck lunch immediately following worship.
People with last names A-M, Please bring a side dish. People with last names N-Z; please bring a dessert.

Come join us in celebration as we begin a new season of ministry!

Student ministry parent grill out

Join us Thursday, September 7th, at 5:30pm at the Casey residence for a night of getting to know Joseph, our new director of Student Ministries.

Bring a side dish to share! We will provide the meat!

Students are welcome to attend as well!

Click here to see our Student Ministries announcements page!

annual meeting report

Gather 2023, the Evangelical Covenant Church (ECC) Annual Meeting, was held in a hybrid format with participants attending online and in-person in Garden Grove, CA, June 28 - July 1. A total of 848 delegates were registered and certified for the event.

This year’s gather theme was “Deeply Rooted” You may find a summary page with information on this year's meeting here.

You may also find video clips from 2023 on the ECC YouTube channel.

College ministry Food sign up

We are excited to announce the launch of our college ministry! We are looking for volunteers to help provide food.

Just use the link below or the QR code above, to sign up for a slot to bring food at the chosen destination. You will then fill out the form and what you will be bringing to that location.

Here is the link to sign up; https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10c0c45a9ad2ba1fb6-college2#/

Thank you for your support!

CHURCH PRAYER MEETING!

“Devote yourselves to prayer, being watchful and thankful.” -Colossians 4:2

The Church prayer meetings are on Zoom every Thursday night at 7pm!

Zoom ID: 859 848 614

Password: geecc

All are welcome to this sweet hour of prayer! See you there!

MISSIONS FOCUS

Project Update from Tarcisio
Last month we received a very impressive update from Tarcisio, our missions partner in Zimbabwe. He reported that: “… the church roof project ended up being a great testimony.”

He said the hailstorm that severely damaged the church roof led one of the church’s elders to enroll in the Evangelical Theological College of Zimbabwe’s one-year Bible College program to become a pastor.

His graduation with a certificate of pastoral ministry, along with the financial support that we provided via our Missions Special Opportunity Fund to repair the church’s severely damaged roof, and the additional support of The Evangelical Alliance Mission, inspired the building of a new sanctuary.

Tarcisio said the new center, which is nearing completion, was one of the places with the highest number of children in camp last August. He expressed his gratitude for our prayers and project support.

Tarcisio has an M.A. in Systematic Theology from Wheaton College and is an academic dean of the Evangelical Theological College of Zimbabwe. Read more about him and his ministry—Firm Foundation—here.

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