Covington Presbyterian Church

Covington Presbyterian Church is a community of Christians committed to building God's earthly kingdom by worshiping, by praying , and by proclaiming the Lordship of Jesus Christ; studying the inspired unchanging word of God; sharing the good news of His gospel with all; and nurturing His people in a loving way.

Erik Bledsoe is a gifted musician who has opened for such well-known artists as Michael W. Smith and Steven Curtis Chapman. He has agreed to perform for no monetary guarantee whatsoever...but only for whatever love offering we collect that night. Needless to say, we want to do all we can to reward his unselfish ministry. If you would like to hear a sampling of his ministry,

Join us in the Fellowship Hall for a time of Bible Study, Coffee, and Fellowship.

SUNDAY A.M. ADULT BIBLE STUDY: The Adult Bible Study, has begun a new class : “Breaking the Code” by Bruce Metzger about the book of Revelation. Bob Panek will lead the class with a 15 minute DVD session followed by group discussion. Join us Sunday morning at 9am in the Fellowship Hall. Come early for coffee and donuts.

is working on becoming a disciple of Christ by a study of the original disciples with Ray Vander Laan's "In the Dust of the Rabbi." You may be surprised what you learn. Plan to come to the Fellowship Hall on Wednesdays, 10:00 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. Refreshments too!

To give one’s blood for another is the ultimate gift of life...be it for our earthly life...or our eternal one. The Bible refers to this subject of ‘blood’ over 450 times...and yet, we find it difficult to discuss. But as author Robert Coleman points out, “it is the scarlet thread that weaves the whole scope of revelation into one harmonious witness to the drama of redemption.” Come to be fed in body and soul as Rev. Willis leads a discussion of “The New Covenant” in the blood of Jesus Christ, at the Wednesday Night Dinner Program during the month of March. Dinner begins at 6:00, with child care provided. Please call the church office (892-4821) for reservations. In this season of Lent, let us walk together on the road to the Cross.

INVITE A GUEST: Our Easter Cantata, “Wonderous Love,” will take place on Palm Sunday, March 28th followed by a covered dish luncheon. Please mark your calendar and invite a guest to the worship service and lunch afterwards. This is a special ministry of our choir directed by Elizabeth Tosterud to CPC, guests, and community to celebrate the beginning of Holy Week and the Passion of our Lord. Note: There will be no contemporary service on this date.

Important note: Cross Country and the youth group, Rock On will worship with their families for this special service so they will not meet in the Education Building for this Sunday only. The Nursery and First Look will be provided as usual.

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Rock On Bible Study - continue study of the prophets.

We will meet twice beginning February: March 14th and 28th from 6-8 p.m.

2010 STUDENT LIFE CAMP: CPC has made one vanload of reservations for Student Life Camp this summer, scheduled for May 31-June 4 on the campus of Louisiana Tech in Ruston. All Rock-On students interested in camp should talk with their parents now about attending. A check for $100, payable to CPC and marked “Student Life Camp,” will hold a space for you and will be applied to your total camp and transportation fee. Full camp details and total cost will be available this week. The deadline for your deposit check is due on or before March 15th.

CAMP AGAPE, a Christian outdoor experience at Feliciana Retreat Center in Norwood, LA is now accepting registration. More information is available in the Narthex.

Relay for Life is an all-night community event where teams of families, friends, co-workers, schools, or church groups can walk to raise money for cancer research and related programs. For more Information or to register: www.relayforlife.org/northweststtammany. The first Team Captain meeting will be at St. Tammany Parish Hospital 2/25/10 at 5:30pm.

CROSS COUNTRY: (K-5th GRADE) THE WEB

We can all weave that web of lies that entraps so many of us - we want our young ones to follow God’s plan for their lives and be honest.

Virtue: Honesty - Choosing to be truthful in whatever you say and do.

Memory Verse: “The Lord detests lying lips, but He delights in men who are truthful.” Prov. 12:22 NIV

Bible Story: Backfire: Haman’s plot to destroy the Jews - Esther

Bottom Line: Lying to hurt someone else really hurts YOU.

NURSERY/FIRST LOOK: (INFANT – 4 YR. OLDS)

Basic Truth: Jesus wants to be my friend forever.

Bible Words: “Love each other, as I have loved you.” John 15:12

Bottom Line: Jesus loves everyone. We will be passing the love this month with our heart pillow. Our little ones will also be jumping in and out of the circle to cheer and jump because Jesus loves everyone.

After Church on Easter Sunday, April 4th, we will have our annual Easter Egg Hunt. Easter egg donations will be appreciated. Please leave in the office on or before March 28th.

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FOOD BANK DELIVERY: Pastor Chandler Willis and Dick Hastings bringing food and donation to Covington's local Food Bank, one of the ministries of Covington Presbyterian Church.