March 13, 2025
10001 Coldwater Road Fort Wayne, IN 46825
STAFF UPDATE
Kevin Baer began his role as the Facilities Manager on the Covenant staff in the summer of 2022. Since that time, he has overseen many changes in the Sanctuary, parking lot resurfacing, a major roof replacement on the office wing, repainting the Cove, upkeep of the HVAC systems and dozens of small repairs, updates, and maintenance projects that may never be noticed. And he has done the work without (much) complaint. ; )
Unfortunately, because of health issues and an upcoming surgery, Kevin’s last day is Friday, March 14. Upon his recovery, he plans to continue singing in the choir, assisting as Santa during the Christmas season, and being an active member of Covenant.
We invite you to thank Kevin for his excellent service and pray for his upcoming procedure and quick recovery. That also means that we are currently in search for a new Facilities Manager. See website for details or talk with Pastor Chris. (Job description is available for download on our website).
SPECIAL EASTER CHOIR
This Easter we are planning to present several individual anthems during the Traditional service. The choir will be supported by a small orchestra.
We ask you to consider joining the choir to make Easter extra special. Your time commitment is minimal, but the experience will be memorable. We welcome all voices, low to high and especially bass to tenor!
Here is the rehearsal schedule:
Wednesday, April 2, 9, and 16 from 7:15 p.m. to 8 p.m.
Saturday, April 19 from 10 a.m. to 10:45 a.m.
John Kratzat
CHURCH CAMP IS COMING
Get ready for an amazing summer at Church Camp! To kick things off, join us for a Camp Day at Camp Lakewood on Sunday, April 6 from 3 p.m. to 6 p.m. a fun afternoon open to all ages with plenty of activities to enjoy.
If you're planning to attend camp, don’t miss the early bird registration deadline on Sunday, April 20. Contact Pastor Allison or Miss Anita for details on how to register and to receive the discount code.
We are also accepting financial gifts to support our camp scholarship fund, ensuring more kids can experience camp this summer and for years to come. Thank you for being part of this exciting journey! Questions? Contact pastor Allison at pastorallison@covenantumc.net or Miss Anita at children@covenantumc.net
Prayer List Week of March 10, 2025
• Sarah Dearduff asks that we pray for the family of Barbara Ellis who recently passed away. Barbara was the mother of Kerry, Sarah’s son-in-law, who’s married to Sarah’s daughter Debbie.
• Barb McCoy asks that we pray for Judy Moore who went through surgery in Indianapolis. Prayers for Judy’s healing.
• Rachel McGuire prays for strength for Bill McGuire.
• John and Jill Sciole would like prayers for their lake neighbors in need, Rick and Karen. Karen is at the University of Michigan Medical Hospital and was diagnosed with a brain tumor. Karen was scheduled to have surgery on Wednesday, March 12. She is also in her early forties with four school-aged daughters.
• An anonymous prayer request says thanks and praises to the Lord for John’s surgery going well. Continued prayers for a speedy recovery.
• Sam and Gina ask that we pray for the Moreland family for the loss of Ashley’s grandmother who passed away this week.
• Terry Wiedemann asks that we pray for his good friend Mike for comfort and healing. Mike is struggling with brain cancer treatment. Please send some healing to Mike’s wife Jeanne as well.
• Lori Jinnings would like prayers for Corinna who lost her mother.
• Prayers for Rebecca Stucky on her cornea transplant to work.
• The Mission and Outreach team asks that we pray for the Rescue Mission and those they serve. May their spiritual health and their nutritional needs be fulfilled by a loving God and His community servants.
LENTEN DEVOTIONAL
Didn't get a chance to grab a Lenten devotional? Stop by the Welcome Center on Sunday for a printed copy or visit tinyurl.comCovenantUMCDiscipleship to read it online or download a digital copy.
March 14
Samuel Westhoff
March 16
Emma Krempel
Ian Kester-Haney
Amy Harris
March 18
Logan Cronk
March 19
Betty Douglas
Patricia Tolliver
March 21
Rex Wharry
Lauren Becker
Noah Mains
Linda Becker
March 22
Ella VanWagner
March 23
Ryan Wharry
“ROLL OUT THE KINDNESS” FOR THE FOOD BANK
Donate paper towels, napkins, tissues, toilet paper during March. Leave donations on the table by the Mission Collection Center.
SUMMER RUMMAGE SALE INFORMATION
As you begin your spring cleaning, please remember that the Covenant Mission Team will be holding the annual church rummage sale the week of Monday, June 9. Save those treasures for our designated mission projects! Last year we donated from our proceeds to:
Life for Children Ministries, Fort Wayne Community Schools Clothing Bank, Lincoln Elementary, Habitat Restore, Treasure House, and Covenant Quilter’s for the Bashor Home. We will begin collecting items on Sunday, June 8. Here are some of the popular items we are looking to collect:
• Household items
• Dishes
• Décor
• Crafting Items
• Working Electronics
• Books
• Toys
• Sporting Goods
• Hardware
• Jewelry
• Tools
• Bakeware
• Bedding
• Shoes
• Antiques
• Children’s Clothing
• Furniture
• Glassware
• Puzzles
• Camping Gear
• Games
• Pictures
• Holiday
• Collectibles
• Small Appliances
• Vera Bradley
• Baskets
• Office Supplies
Contact Julie Hyndman at (260) 704-4793, if you have questions. Many volunteers will be needed to make this a successful endeavor, so please mark you calendars to assist with this project. THANK YOU!
CHURCH OFFICE
Open: Monday - Thursday 8:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. Friday 8:00 a.m. - 12 p.m.
Email: office@covenantumc.net
Phone: (260) 489-1888
PASTOR CONTACTS
Lead Pastor Chris Nunley: (219) 771-2875, leadpastor@covenantumc.net
Pastor of Connections Allison Yankey, (260) 414-5692, pastorallison@covenantumc.net
Covenant Leadership Board Information
If you are ever interested in serving on the board, you can speak with any current board members or Pastor Chris. You can contact the board at any time via email at leadershipboard@covenantumc.net. For a list of current Leadership Board Members, see covenantumc.net/pages/leadership-board.
Friday March 14
WEEKLY CALENDAR FOR MARCH 14 - MARCH 23, 2025
NO SCHEDULED PUBLIC EVENTS
Saturday March 15
NO SCHEDULED PUBLIC EVENTS
Sunday March 16
8:45 am Traditional Service
10:15 am Connection Service
11:30 am Membership Class / 110
2:00 pm Grace Assembly of God / Sanctuary / 110
5:30 pm Middle School Youth Group / FH / the Cove
6:30 pm High School Youth Group / FH / the Cove
Monday March 17
SAINT PATRICK’S DAY
10:00 am Staff Meeting / 104
6:00 pm Equip Meeting / 110
Tuesday March 18
9:00 am Men’s Breakfast Ministry / Sun Rise Café
6:30 pm Membership Class / 110
Wednesday March 19
12:00 pm Preschool Lunch Bunch / FH
12:15 pm Preschool Board Meeting / 110
4:00 pm Worship Design / 105 & 107
5:15 pm YMCA Youth Cooking Class / FH / Kitchen
5:30 pm Covenant Chimers / Sanctuary
6:15 pm Covenant Ringers / Sanctuary
6:30 pm Women’s Book Club / 110
7:15 pm Chancel Choir / Sanctuary
Thursday March 20
10:00 am Pastors’ Study / 105 & 107
6:00 pm Connection Band / Sanctuary
6:30 pm Cub Scouts Meeting / multiple rooms
Friday March 21
8:30 am Women’s Fellowship Breakfast / Lunch Box Café
6:00 pm Game Night / FH
Saturday March 22
NO SCHEDULED PUBLIC EVENTS
Sunday March 23
8:45 am Traditional Service
10:15 am Connection Service
2:00 pm Grace Assembly of God / Sanctuary / 110
3:00 pm The Gap / FH / the Cove
5:30 pm Youth Group : Movie Night / the Cove
8:00 pm Kidmin Meeting / ZOOM
Adult Classes: 9:00 a.m.
Faith Café / 110
Faith Builders / Cove
10:00 a.m.
Agape Class / 203
Discovery Class / 105-107
Faith Discovery Class /110
Children’s Classes: 9:00 a.m.
Connected Kids / 307-308 10:30 a.m.
Connected Kids Live / 307-308
• The AA group meets Monday - Friday at 9 a.m. in Room 110, Fridays at 6 p.m. in the Cove
MISSION NEWS
Click here for the March Mission Newsletter. Learn about the Lenten Offering, Inasmuch Ministry, two mission trip opportunities, places where you can serve in Fort Wayne and more.
