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Covenant Presbyterian Church

125 S. Selma Rd. Wendell, NC 27591-9705

An Announcement from the Interim Pastor Nominating Committee

We are pleased to announce that, after a diligent and prayerful search, the IPNC has recommended and the Session has approved calling the Reverend Debbie Osterhoudt as our new Interim Pastor. Rev. Osterhoudt is a graduate of Vanderbilt University and Columbia Theological Seminary in Decatur, Georgia. She lives in Raleigh. She has been active in our Presbytery for most of the last three decades. She has previously served Hudson Memorial, Kirk of Kildaire, Hillsborough Presbyterian, Oakland Presbyterian, Wake Forest Presbyterian, North Raleigh Presbyterian, and First Presbyterian Garner. She brings a wealth of knowledge and experience to help us during our Transition Period.

She will begin her duties on August 1st and her first Sunday in the pulpit will be August 6th. Please plan to be there to hear what she has to say and stay for First Sunday Fellowship to welcome her.

Grace and Peace,

Allison Buus, Leta Thornton, Rusty Wagstaff,

Fred Lanzi, Joe Bowman

Keeping Up with Covenant Church

News from Covenant Presbyterian

Wendell, North Carolina

JULY 2017

For where two or three come together in my name, there am I with them. (Matthew 18:20)

New Faces in Choir!

We welcome back Juanita Taylor and Hubert Hines. Now is a great time to see if choir is for you.

Rehearsal is on Wednesdays, 7:30 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. We work hard but we laugh a lot!

Come give us a try!!

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Thank you!

To our hardworking Interim Pastor Nominating Committee

for hours of meetings, stacks of resumes,

many prayers, phone calls and discussions.

We are grateful.

VACATION BIBLE SCHOOL

Vacation Bible School begins at 6:00 p.m. July 9th

through the 13th. The theme is “Heroes of the Bible.”

Registration will begin at 5:30 p.m. on the 9th at

Fellowship Hall. It isn’t too late to help! Call Leann Dale

or Linda Berry to volunteer. There are still a few items needed. See the

boards in the narthex or, as always, gifts of money are very much

appreciated. All children are welcome! Bring friends!

COMMUNION TRAINING

On July 2nd, there will be a class for youngsters grade 1 through

middle school immediately following the Children’s sermon.

Children who have attended a class in the past are invited to

attend for a refresher. When Communion is celebrated on July 9th, these

youngsters will have a better understanding of the meaning of Communion

and their role in this sacrament.

They (and everyone) will be encouraged to use the phrase “The body of

Christ, broken for you” as the bread is passed and “The blood of Christ,

poured out for you” with the cup.

MOVIE NIGHT – ON THURSDAY!!!

Thursday, July 6th at 7:00 p.m. in Fellowship Hall.

“THE WAR ROOM”

Filled with heart, humor, and wit, WAR ROOM follows Tony and

Elizabeth Jordan, who seemingly have it all-great jobs, a beautiful daughter,

their dream home. But appearances can be deceiving. In reality, their

marriage has become a war zone and their daughter is collateral damage.

With guidance from Miss Clara, an older, wiser woman, Elizabeth discovers

she can start fighting for her family instead of against them.

Worship Elders Carol Rich & Tim VanGelder

Christian Education Elders Becky Abate & Paula Perry

First Sunday Fellowship Sunday, July 2nd

A terrific team! Paula Daniels, Brenda Johnson, Judy Raybon

and Leeanne Stanton are our hostesses. Join them after worship for a snack & fellowship.

Men’s Breakfast Sunday, July 16th

Don Mailliard & David Meyers are chefs at 8:30 a.m. in the Education Building kitchen. All men of the church are welcome – hot coffee, great food & a great bunch of guys. All men are welcome.

Breakfast Fellowship Monday, May July 3 & 10 The Clayton group meets at Jones Cafe at 9:30 a.m. on the first Monday of the month and the Zebulon group meets at McLean’s on the second Monday,

both at 9:30 a.m. EVERYONE is welcome – at either or both groups!

Prayer Shawl The knitters meet at 5:00 p.m. on the third Sunday of the month and

create shawls & throws for comfort in time of need. Want to join the group? Experienced knitters are happy to help & share patterns. Some supplies are available. Call Christine Mailliard at 919-366-0883 for more information or if you know of someone who could use a shawl.

Join a special care ministry (Contact Kimberly Stevens at 919-269-3881 or Jeannie Driver at 919-365-5521 for more information.)

Handy Hands helps with home repairs and chores for those who find it difficult to manage by themselves. They have installed several ramps for those with problems with mobility. Need is more important than ability to pay so donations are appreciated. Martha’s Ministry provides meals in time of need. If you are experiencing difficulties – illness, stress or any other reason and having a meal delivered would give you a lift, please let the church office know (919-365-7979). If you are able to help prepare and/or deliver meals, please call Kimberly, Jeannie or the church office.

CARVER ELEMENTARY BACKPACK BUDDY PROGRAM Carver is a year round school so are continuing to deliver backpacks

every 3 weeks throughout the school year. We the usual proteins, canned fruits and vegetables as well as cereals and snacks. (The kids love popcorn and

flavored oatmeal.) There is a designated bin in the Narthex and lists with suggested items on the bulletin boards.

The Food Pantry is an on-going project supplying bags of groceries to needy families in our area. Emphasis for July: Peanut Butter, Crackers, Jelly, Jell-O, & Puddings. Of

course any non-perishable foods as welcome. We are grateful to Wendell UMC for providing space and volunteers to staff the pantry. If you would like to volunteer at the

pantry, let the church office know.

Summertime! Vacations! Have fun; be safe; and don’t forget your church pledge!

Use Gift Cards for meals, motels, cruises, etc. while on vacation.

Financial Report for June 2017 Month Year to date Needed $18,192 $114,066 Received 20,612 136,339 Difference $ 2,420 $ 22,273

Heritage Fund $ 855 $ 7,606

Mortgage Balance as of July 1, 2017 - $1,058,984

Congregational Care Elders Kimberly Stevens & Jeannie Driver

Mission/Outreach Elders Leta Thornton & Bud Lawler

Stewardship Elders Hugh Cashion & Barb Sneade

Lectionary for July 2017

Fourth Sunday after Pentecost - July 2

Genesis 22:1–14

Psalm 13

Romans 6:12–23

Matthew 10:40–42

Fifth Sunday after Pentecost - July 9

Genesis 24:34–38, 42–49, 58–67

Psalm 45:10–17 or Song of Solomon 2:8–13

Romans 7:15–25a

Matthew 11:16–19, 25–30

Sixth Sunday after Pentecost - July 16

Genesis 25:19–34

Psalm 119:105–112

Romans 8:1–11

Matthew 13:1–9, 18–23

Seventh Sunday after Pentecost - July 23

Genesis 28:10–19a

Psalm 139:1–12, 23–24

Romans 8:12–25

Matthew 13: 24–30, 36–43

Eighth Sunday after Pentecost - July 30

Genesis 29:15–28

Psalm 105:1–11, 45b or Psalm 128

Romans 8:26–39

Matthew 13:31–33, 44–52

Joys & Concerns

Sympathy to:

Philip Kirk and family on the death of his mother

Imogene Kirk on June 14th

.

Becky, Guili, Marcella, Nick Abate

and Bob & Marjorie Borland

on the death of Mark Abate June 20th

.

Thank you

From Taylor Steffey, Carver School Counselor

Thank you so much for all that you did to help my

Carver students this year.

I look forward to working with you again next year.

I hope you have a wonderful summer.

From Carolyn & Bob Fleming

Dear Congregation of Covenant

Bob & I thank you for the honor of being

selected Outstanding Older Adults here at

Covenant. It is so easy to serve at our church

because of all the love we feel here.

I want to thank you for my gardenia bush which has

bloomed its little heart out for me.

The air in heaven will surely smell like gardenias!

July Birthdays

2 Emma Thomas Eddie Clemmons

4 Jessica Hart Don Mailliard

Gracelin Hart

6 Larry Bailey Linda Higgins

7 Beth Lewter John Shotts

9 Jake Sherrill

13 Bruce Berry

14 Joan Davis Norm Moak

15 James Newton

24 Jennifer Cuthrell

25 John Chambers

26 Grace Anderson Deb Park

29 Caroline Hines

30 Debbie Allcox

July Anniversaries

9 Ron & Joanne Hall

17 Fred & JoAnn Lanzi

24 Jim & Margie Hopkins

29 Irvin & Debbie Allcox

VACATION BIBLE SCHOOL

JULY 9TH THROUGH JULY 13TH

6:00 P.M.

COME LEARN ABOUT

HEROES OF THE BIBLE!!

ENJOY SNACKS, GAMES & MORE!

OPEN TO ALL RISING FIRST THROUGH

SIXTH GRADERS!

BRING YOUR FRIENDS!

EVERYONE IS WELCOME!

COME TO THE EDUCATION BUILDING AT

5:30 P.M. ON SUNDAY THE 9TH TO

REGISTER.

MOVIE NIGHT

THURSDAY, JULY 6TH AT 7:00 P.M.

COME WATCH “THE WAR ROOM”

IN AIR CONDITIONED COMFORT

ON THE BIG SCREEN.

FRESH, HOT POPCORN AND BEVERAGE

PROVIDED

BE CASUAL, BRING A CHAIR IF YOU LIKE.

YOU CAN’T BEAT THE PRICE – FREE!

WENDELL FOURTH OF JULY CELEBRATION

SPONSORED BY

THE WENDELL HISTORICAL SOCIETY.

10 a.m. - PARADE ON MAIN ST.

11 a.m. – PROGRAM, ASHLEY WALL

TOWN SQUARE

Children’s Parade Costume Awards

Veterans Tribute

Wake & District Public Safety Pipes & Drums

The Noteables Barbershop Quartet

Essay Contest Award

FREE HOT DOGS!

Children’s Ministry Volunteer Schedule for

July/August 2017

Date Children’s Sermon Nursery Volunteer Acolyte .

July 2 Bruce Berry Robin Harris Usher

July 9 Bob Fleming Rae Dunn Molly Smithson

July 16 Jennifer Carnes Carrie Petrosky Kayley McClure

July 23 Tom Martin Pam Hardee Shaunna Moody

July 30 Don Mailliard Robin Harris Emma Buus

Aug. 6 Mary Selke Rae Dunn

Aug. 13 Kimberly Stevens Robin Harris

Aug. 20 Bob Fleming Ruth Crawford

Aug. 27 Jennifer Carnes Carrie Petrosky

Nursery Worker:

The nursery will be staffed from 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. each Sunday morning by Miss Lindsay Pearson.

Nursery Volunteers: The nursery volunteer is asked to bring a light snack and juice (no popcorn please). If you are unable to serve on your scheduled Sunday, please call anyone from the nursery volunteer list. If you have trouble finding a substitute, please contact the coordinator Robin Harris at robinrfharris@gmail.com or 919-602-6705

Volunteer Schedule for July/August 2017

Date Lay Reader Audio Greeters Ushers

July 2 Marc Johnson Tim Harris Brian & Paula Phil & Annette

Daniels Kirk, Al Cates,

July 9 Deb Park Joshua Stevens Tom & Stella Becky Abate,

Martin Ed & Barb Sneade

July 16 Hulon Perry Amy Stevens Jim & Margie Steve Buus,

Hopkins Bud Lawler,

Bill McCurdy

July 23 Tammy Rachael Olive Martin & Tommy Crawford,

Strickland Stevens Leeanne Stanton Gary Hardee,

Mike Smithson,

Tim VanGelder

July 30 Carol Rich Billy Cuthrell John & Judy Don Agee,

Shotts Doug Petrey,

Leeanne Stanton,

Pete Dunlow

Aug. 6 Leann Dale Kevin Dale Becky Morgan Philip & Annette

Judy McCurdy Kirk; Al Cates,

Bob Morgan

Aug. 13 David Meyers Tim Harris Pam Hardee & Ed & Barb Sneade,

Carol Rich Becky Abate

Aug. 20 Lisa Bailey Joshua Stevens Brian & Paula Steve Buus,

Daniels Bud Lawler,

Bill McCurdy

Aug. 27 Joe Bowman Amy Stevens John & Judy Tommy Crawford,

Shotts Gary Hardee,

Mike Smithson,

Tim VanGelder

VOLUNTEERS NEEDED: A couple of USHERS to fill out our teams. Teams are

scheduled to serve every 5 weeks.

NURSERY HELPERS – You will not be alone. Lindsay Pearson is in the nursery

every Sunday but needs a volunteer to help with the little ones. Contact Robin

Harris if you can help.

July 2017 9:30 a.m. Adult Sunday School

11:00 p.m. Worship Children & Youth Programs on Summer Break

Sun Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat

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2 3 4 5 6 7 8 12:15 p.m. First Sunday Fellowship

9:30 a.m. Breakfast Fellowship – Clayton

FOURTH OF JULY

OFFICE CLOSED

7:30 p.m. Choir Practice

8:00 p.m. A.A.

6:30 p.m. Finance Com. 7:00 p.m. MOVIE NITE “The War Room”

9 10 11 12 13 14 15 5:30 p.m. Mission/Outreach

6:00 p.m. VBS BEGINS!

6:00 p.m. Property 7:00 p.m. Session

9:30 a.m. Breakfast Fellowship - Zebulon

6:00 p.m. VBS

6:00 p.m. VBS 7:00 p.m. Icebreakers

6:00 p.m. VBS 7:30 p.m.

Choir Practice

8:00 p.m. A.A.

6:00 p.m. VBS

16 17 18 19 20 21 22 8:30 a.m. Men’s Breakfast 5:00 p.m. Prayer Shawl

7:30 p.m. Choir Practice

8:00 p.m. A.A.

23 24 25 26 27 28 29 12:15 p.m. Congregational Care Com.

6:00 p.m. Christian Ed. Com.

7:30 p.m. Choir Practice

8:00 p.m. A.A.

30 31 Pennies for

Hunger

NOTE: Please report any schedule changes to the office.