The 2012 Confirmation class is raising funds to help with third world water issues: 884 million people lack access to clean water; that’s one in eight people. Their fundraising efforts will go to water.org, a secular organization whose goal is to help people in developing countries obtain safe drinking water and basic sanitation (toilets). The Confirmation class is holding a walk-a-thon on Saturday, May 26th and they estimate they can cover approximately 10 miles in 5 hours. Please consider sponsoring one of the students by donating to this important cause through Community Covenant Church in one of two ways: online (via credit card or PayPal) or by check. You can donate online by going to the “Give” link on this website. Be sure to note “Confirmation 2012 water.org” on the online donation entry or on your check made out to “Community Covenant Church.”
Adult Bible Study
The Adult Bible Study will this Tuesday, May 15th, at 10 am in the Fireside Room for our last meeting until the Fall. We will study the book of Jude and then share desserts and salads. This will be a one-week study so you can sample to see if you would like to attend next “semester.” See Gerry Cox if you have questions.
Coffee Cat Connection and Prayer Gathering
Women’s Bible Study is on hiatus for the summer. Beginning in May, Women’s Ministry will be sponsoring a once-a-month prayer time for our church that will be open to everyone (yes, that includes men!).
All women are also invited to meet once a month at Coffee Cat for a short devotion and a time of connection. Prayer Time will be held on May 15 and June 12 at 6:30 PM in the C.E. Building. The first Coffee Cat Connection will take place May 29 at 6:30 PM.
The Church and Human Trafficking
Please check out the Mount Hermon website by clicking on the header above. This is a wonderful opportunity that is coming to our own back yard!
Dates: June 1-3
Speaker: Mark Labberton
Musician: Justin McRoberts
Youth Speaker: Zach Hunter
The rates are all posted on the website: www.mounthermon.org/
This weekend will be very much what we think of as a “Traditional” retreat. 4 general sessions with a speaker and worship, recreation options, and meals included. It will also be a time of education and training as we will have 4 seminar times with 5 options being offered in each time slot. It’s a great weekend for people who want to learn more about human trafficking in the beautiful setting that Mount Hermon offers. It is our hope that people will walk away from this conference not only with a greater knowledge about the issue, but also with very practical and applicable steps for how they can be involved in the fight against human trafficking.
Please contact Pastor Dawn or Karyl Erickson if you are planning to go or have further questions.
Men’s Ministry BBQ
Calling all Men and Young Men interested in the Men’s Ministry BBQ, Friday, May 18. We are looking for signups and, of course, cooks, preparation, clean up and related activities for this fantastic event.
Please contact John Block.
Rummage Sale this Saturday!
The CHIC Rummage Sale fundraiser is Saturday, May 5th, from 8 am to noon
in the church parking lot. Donations can be dropped off at church or picked up from your house during the week. Contact the office by email to get more details or to arrange a pickup. Shop early!
Men’s Ministry 2nd Annual BBQ
Friday, May 18, 2012 from 6:30 pm to 9:30 pm on the church patio.
$5 per person; maximum $15 per family.
All men 14 and up are invited!
Contact John Block to RSVP.
Donuts.
Remember this Sunday (4/15) is Krispy Kreme Doughnuts delivery day for those who ordered donuts for the CHIC fundraiser.
Rummage Sale!
Saturday May 5, 12:30–2:30 p.m. CHIC fundraiser for students. Contact Jen Miller about donating items. Come shop on May 5!
New Website is Live
Welcome to our new website—we hope you find it useful. This is the new space for the most up to date information for the happenings and events of our church. Our web team knows there are still a few holes. They are working to fill them. Please let us know if you are having any trouble using the site. Your feedback is very helpful in fine tuning our new online presence.
