WORSHIP is central to who we are as Presbyterians. Everything we do flows from our worship of Almighty God. During the summer months our worship is a little less formal, including the style of worship and the general attire of the congregation.
Music is an integral part of our worship, enriched by our Chancel Choir, which is open to anyone who desires to "make a joyful noise to the Lord." The choir rehearses each Wednesday at 7:45pm. A Bell Choir also enhances our worship experience from time to time, as well as an instrumental ensemble. Children's Choirs and other ensembles are used seasonally. Several times a year the choir, often with small orchestral accompaniment, presents a major musical work during our worship hour.
Christian Education is provided for all ages. We have two adult Sunday School classes and use a rotation schedule for our children. A nursery is provided. Each summer we offer Vacation Bible School to our children for a week.
Our Exceptional Class is designed for the mentally handicapped. This class has been a part of our ministry for over 30 years.
Youth Fellowship is a time for our youth to enjoy recreation, study, service and faith building. Our youth, first grade through high school, meet each Sunday evening during the school year. Our older youth look forward to the annual Youth Conference at Montreat each summer, and they get the opportunity to tell us about that experience when they lead worship on Youth Sunday.
Covenant Pre-school has been serving the needs of the community for 40 years. We offer classes for children who are 1 year-old through 4 years-old.
We also believe in sharing our church facilities with community organizations. Currently the following organizations meet at Covenant:
We have been nesting the International Christian Church in our facilities since 2000. Under the leadership of Rev. Joao Carlos da Rocha, this group of mostly Brazilian Christians meets each Sunday evening for worship at 7:00.
Presbyterian Women at Covenant are organized into two circles where women meet monthly for Bible study, mission work, and fellowship.
M.U.S.T. Ministries is a locally based community ministry which supports those who need a helping hand. Each summer our church provided 350 bag lunches each Sunday for a month so that young children will have something to eat on Monday.
Souper Bowl of Caring is our annual offering which goes to M.U.S.T. Ministries. Our youth collect $1 from each one in worship as well as any canned goods brought that day and deliver them to M.U.S.T.
Our Christmas Shoe Box ministry collects shoe boxes full of toys and toiletries during November each year to be shipped overseas to children around the world.
