Covenant Life Church

July 28 2010 at 7:40 am

Electrical Power Restored

Electrical power has been restored at the church building as of mid-day yesterday (Tuesday, June 27). The church office will be open today, and events will go forward as scheduled.

July 20 2010 at 10:44 pm

Scott Hall and Team Help Spruce Up at Arlington National Cemetery

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It’s always great to see Covenant Life members being recognized for service to our community. Scott Hall and his landscaping company recently took part in an annual Renewal and Remembrance project at Arlington National Cemetery, and the Frederick News-Post did a nice write-up on the event.

Scott comments: “I visited the cemetery last year and it just struck me that we should be a part of this.”

Read the story at FrederickNewsPost.com.

July 20 2010 at 4:27 pm

‘A Woman’s Answer to a Man’s Question’

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To close his message this past Sunday, Joshua Harris read a poem from the 19th century by Mary T. Lathrap. (Sorry to all you first service people; due to first service running long, Josh read the poem in second service only—part of the motivation for sharing it here.)

Lathrap’s poem was “written in reply to a man’s poetic unfolding of what he conceived to be a woman’s duty.” It went hand in hand with Josh’s sermon text for the day: “Likewise, husbands, live with your wives in an understanding way, showing honor to the woman as the weaker vessel, since they are heirs with you of the grace of life, so that your prayers may not be hindered.”—1 Peter 3:7 (ESV)

Do you know you have asked for the costliest thing
Ever made by the hand above—
A woman’s heart, and a woman’s life
And a woman’s wonderful love?

Do you know you have asked for this priceless thing
As a child might ask for a toy,
Demanding what others have died to win,
With the reckless dash of a boy?

You have written my lesson of duty out,
Man-like you have questioned me;
Now stand at the bar of my woman’s soul
Until I shall question thee.

You require your mutton shall always be hot,
Your socks and your shirt be whole;
I require your heart to be true as God’s stars,
And as pure as heaven your soul.

You require a cook for your mutton and beef;
I require a far better thing.
A seamstress you’re wanting for socks and shirts;
I look for a man and a king.

A king for the beautiful realm called home,
And a man that the maker, God,
Shall look upon as he did the first
And say, “It is very good.”

I am fair and young, but the rose will fade
From my soft, young cheek one day,
Will you love me then ‘mid the falling leaves,
As you did ‘mid the bloom of May?

Is your heart an ocean so strong and deep,
I may launch my all on its tide?
A loving woman finds heaven or hell
On the day she is made a bride.

I require all things that are grand and true,
All things that a man should be;
If you give all this, I would stake my life
To be all you demand of me.

If you cannot do this — a laundress and cook
You can hire, with little to pay,
But a woman’s heart and a woman’s life
Are not to be won that way.

July 20 2010 at 3:20 pm

A Story of Living Hope

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In keeping with our “Living Hope” teaching series from the book of 1 Peter, Erin Leach, 19, shares her story of finding grace and strength from God in the midst of suffering. Erin has struggled with juvenile epilepsy over the past seven years. Alongside Erin in the video are her parents, Jamie and Cindy. Jamie is the Principal of Covenant Life School.

July 15 2010 at 4:41 pm

A Conference on Christian Sexuality

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We live in a culture that is constantly bombarding us with half-truths and lies about what sexual freedom is and where we will find true fulfillment in life, but God, who made us and every facet of our being, created us with clear intentions for our sexuality. You’re invited to spend an evening and a morning seeking a better understanding of God’s will and how we can glorify him as sexual creatures.

The conference runs Friday, August 6, from 7:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. and Saturday, August 7, from 9:30 a.m. to noon in the Events Center. Braden Greer will teach. Cost is $3 at the door.

The conference material is intended to serve primarily singles 18 and up, but as the goal is to equip Christians to think biblically about their sexuality, there will be broad application for those who are married as well. Mature high school students may also benefit. Parents and students who have specific questions about attending are encouraged to contact Braden Greer or Isaac Hydsoki at the church office.

Topics will include “The Individual Pursuit of Christian Sexuality,” “Receiving Help from the Church in the Pursuit of Christian Sexuality,” and “Giving Help to Others in the Pursuit of Christian Sexuality.”

For more information, e-mail Melanie Garfield, or call the church office.

July 13 2010 at 5:12 pm

Preaching Night

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Do you enjoy hearing the Word of God preached with passion? The Singles ministry is hosting a series of semi-monthly preaching nights designed to train up young preachers of the Word.

Come out on Friday, July 16, at 7 p.m. in the Edwards Room to hear brief messages by two brothers in our church, Gene Huston and Seth Remsnyder.

Questions? Contact Melanie Garfield.

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