God at Work in Us:  Peace
“And the peace of God, which surpasses all understanding,
will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus”
(Philippians 4:7).

May 18
11:00 a.m. Worship
Fifth Sunday of Easter

Happy Mother’s Day!



Our sanctuary flowers for Sunday, May 11, were given by George and Lou Taylor to the glory of God and in honor of all mothers on Mother's Day.


Beginning Sunday, May 4!  Pastor Don Esa leads us through a nine-week sermon series on the Fruit of the Spirit. God at Work in Us will consider these nine special graces that should mark every Christian’s life. “For it is God who is at work within you, giving you the will and the power to achieve his purpose” (Philippians 2:13). Join us for this special series and invite a friend.

Covenant Presbyterian Church
2881 Canton Road, Marietta, GA 30066
(770) 422-5130 www.covepres.com

Connecting @ Covenant Presbyterian Church

May 18, 2025, 11:00 a.m.

RESPONSIVE SCRIPTURE LESSON

Linda Creswell, liturgist

Psalm 19:7-8a; 28:7; 45:7; 71:23 NIV

NEW TESTAMENT LESSON

Philippians 4:4-7

SERMON

Pastor, Don Esa

God at Work in Us: Peace

“And the peace of God, which surpasses all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus” (Philippians 4:7).

EXCITING ANNOUNCEMENT
At the encouragement of one of our parishioners, Pastor Don Esa has published last summer’s sermon series on the book of Philippians in a softback book. Live Joyfully! is now available for purchase on Amazon.com.

 

FAMILY PROMISE AT COVENANT

Family Promise returned to Covenant April 20-27. Thank you to our volunteers.

Prepared Meals:  Don & Mary Esa, Pam Kapperman, Steve & Brenda Krueger, Janey Mascara, Gail Parks, Doug & Paula Roberts, Debra Truitt, and St. Peter & Paul guys.

Overnight hosts:  Allison, Jim & Vel Crockett, Bob Foster, Steve & Brenda Krueger, Doug & Paula Roberts, Lou Taylor, Cathy Walker, and Jo Wellens.

Covenant hosts Family Promise with newly remodeled Family Promise rooms. A special heartfelt thanks goes to our Handy Helpers and Brenda Krueger for her tireless, loving commitment to this mission. Yay, Brenda!

Thank you to volunteers unloading and making beds, Joan Delzangle, Carole Brown, Brenda and Steve Krueger and Velma Laughlin.

Thank you to Ken Dixon, Art Guilfoil, Stewart Holt, Bruce Kapperman, Thomas Kapperman, Steve & Brenda Krueger, Dave & Toni Rosenberg, and Cathy Walker.

Our sanctuary flowers for Sunday November 3, were given for all Saints Sunday and for those who had died this past year. 
-Charlise Mallory Black (Charlise was the wife of Jerry Black who had been our organist)
-Rebecca Lynn Branton
-Paula Traylor Grady
-Janna Rose Simon
-Fred Neil Schaefer
-Ronald Alexander Swor 

We continue to welcome our Pastor, Dr. Don Esa and his wife, Mary as they join us at Covenant.  We are delighted and grateful that you are with us at Covenant Presbyterian Church!

Covenant's Annual Meeting of the Congregation was held on April 14, 2024 at the end of the worship service.  In case you weren't able to join us on that day, we wanted to make you aware of very exciting news.
The Session has executed a contract with Don Esa as our pastor effective May 1, 2024.  This contract will be renewed annually and it is our hope that Don will be with us for many years.

 

Sunday, April 13, the Adult Bible study participated in the Passover Story with a Seder meal lead by Debra Truitt and Carole Brown, who told of the history and explained the symbolism of the special foods served.  Thanks to Loretta, Debra and Carole for their hard work and a beautiful presentation. All are truly welcome as we gather to glorify God through fellowship with one another and to study God's Word.

ADULT SUNDAY MORNING BIBLE STUDY

Loretta Inglis leads the ADULT SUNDAY MORNING BIBLE STUDY  each week at 9:45 in Room 1.  We began a new 12 week Bible Study on February 16 and are working our way through the book of Exodus.

“Hi everyone,

Our lesson this week is from Exodus chapters 25-27.

Hoping to see everyone there!

Loretta”

We welcomed Aleksandra Tevdoska who accompanied the chancel choir with her beautiful flute playing.

ENJOY OUR SPECIAL MUSIC!

Invite friends and neighbors to join us for these special worship services

with The Chancel Choir under Director, Joyce Carr.



MUST SUMMER LUNCHES
Covenant once again participated in the MUST Summer Lunch program.  We met in the Fellowship Hall on Friday, July 19, beginning at 10:00 a.m. to help prepare lunches for children who may have no lunch provided during the summer months.  Thank you to all the volunteers who helped us with this important ministry!





CIRCLE MEETINGS: meet once a month

Faith Circle will hold its May meeting at the home of Becky Evatt on Tuesday, May 20th. Meet at the church at 10:45 to carpool there.  Please note date and time change this month.

Joy Circle will meet on Wednesday, May 14th at 10:30 a.m. in the lower room.

SCRIPTURE BRACELET CLASS
The Joy Circle scripture bracelet event was Wednesday, April 2, at 10:45 a.m. in the lower room.  We enjoyed fellowship in this creative project.

We enjoy wonderful fellowship as we study “Women of the Bible”.

LADIES BIBLE STUDY

“Ladies Bible Study will meet on Wednesday May 21st at 10:30-12:00 in Room 1 and continue Series II on “Women of the Bible”. Our lesson will be about Bathsheba: Object of Temptation, Mother of a King, 2 Samuel 11; 2 Samuel 12:24; 1 Kings1; 1 Chronicles 3:5; Mathew 1:6. We look forward to being together.

Ladies Bible Study is led by Judy Davis and has a 42 year history at Covenant as a study, prayer, and fellowship group. Our regular meeting time is the third Wednesday of each month. All women are welcome, both members and visitors. Please bring your Bible and join us for a time of sharing our blessings, prayer concerns, and Bible study as we grow in Christ.

HANDY HELPERS ARE HERE TO HELP!
Be thinking about cleanups, other household chores and repairs.  Covenant’s Handy Helpers can tackle most any job around your home and if you have a big job, we can help you find a Contractor and make sure it gets done. Call Robyn at the Church Office, or Steve Krueger 770-591-3852.

Aloha to Aging:

May 2025: Family Caregiver Support Group

Are you a caregiver for family, partner or a friend? We offer a healthy, safe space to process and discuss the myriad mix of emotions and decisions we experience as either a local or long distance caregiver.

Care provided while we meet, must RSVP in advance for care www.alohatoaging.org



PICTORIAL DIRECTORY

THE SHEPHERDING COMMITTEE has made available an informal pictorial directory of our congregation.  Thank you to Pat Burgess and The Shepherding Committee for undertaking this project. We are excited to get our new directories!

Pentecost Sunday

Bringing a relevant message to the world

Growing the body of Christ

Proclaiming God’s love through mission and outreach.