Serve Globally will host a dinner for Covenanters attending the Urbana Student Missions Conference in St. Louis, Missouri, next month.
News
Early Rain Church Not Connected with ECC
The Evangelical Covenant Church in the United States has no connection with the Early Rain Evangelical Covenant Church, which is suffering a crackdown from the Chinese government, said Al Tizon, executive minister of Serve Globally.
Local News Highlights Eagle River Congregation’s Earthquake Response
A local TV news station broadcast an extended feature on Community Covenant Church and the way it responded to the needs of its neighbors after a 7.0 magnitude earthquake shook the area on November 30.
Day 21 Gift Idea: Educate to Empower Girls
Today we highlight empowering girls through education in the Democratic Republic of Congo. When girls gain skills, knowledge, and confidence they break the cycle of poverty and help strengthen societies.
The Alpaca in the Manger
There are so many stories of Christmas. … And then there’s the one where the overly sincere parents try to bludgeon gratitude into their children.
Day 20 Gift Idea: Crescendo
Today we highlight Crescendo, a ministry of Make and Deepen Disciples that focuses on equipping pastors, staff, and church leaders to unleash the potential of boomers and beyond to engage in the work of God’s kingdom. Coaches and resource specialists engage leaders in planning ministries that target these age groups.
Day 19 Gift Idea: Goats
Today we highlight the difference two goats can make in a person’s life. Dineshbhai is a small-scale farmer who received two goats from Covenant Social Service (CSS) in the tribal community of Vyara, India.
Day 18 Gift Idea: Domestic Disaster Response
Today we highlight domestic disaster response. In recent years, historic storms, fires, and flooding have devastated large portions of the United States. Donations from Covenanters have enabled the denomination to work with local partners to provide short-term relief, and long-term recovery.
Day 17 Gift Idea: Triennial Scholarships
Throughout the Advent season, Covenant Newswire is highlighting daily gift selections from the CovenantCares giving guide.
Today we highlight “I Am,” the Covenant triennial gathering by women for women.
Day 16 Gift Idea: Raise Up Women in Ministry
Donations to support women in ministry will assist in equipping women pastors to meet the challenges of seeking call and serving churches, through continuing education and the Thriving in Ministry Initiative.
Day 15 Gift Idea: Micro-Enterprise Training
Today we highlight micro-enterprise training. With small loans and job skills training, individuals and families are starting small businesses to generate income in order to afford nutritious food, access better healthcare, and receive invaluable education for their children.
Home Altar Features New Look
The January-March 2019 issue of the The Covenant Home Altar devotional guide debuts a new design.