God at Work in Us:  Goodness
“Do not be overcome by evil but overcome evil with good”
 (Romans 12:21)

June 8, 2025
11:00 a.m. Worship
Day of Pentecost

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.

Congratulations to Cline Graham who recently graduated from Kennesaw State University with a Master's Degree in Computer Science. We wish Cline well in his new endeavors.

FELLOWSHIP LUNCHEON, JUNE 1 

Our luncheon, a “day at the beach”, was a blessing and so much fun! Thank you to the Covenant volunteers, Brenda Krueger, Ida Dixon, Gail Parks, Pam Kapperman, Cathy Walker, and Paula Roberts, who were so creative, worked so hard and fed us so well.

PENTECOST SUNDAY IS JUNE 8. PLAN TO WEAR SOMETHING RED ON THIS DAY.

A MESSAGE FROM OUR ADMINISTRATIVE COMMITTEE

Covenant Friends: 

The Administrative Committee thanks you for your generosity toward our parking lot project, but we could still use your support!  If you would like to help fund this capital project, please note it on your donation and it will be reflected on your quarterly and annual giving statement.  Major work begins soon! 

The Administrative Committee thanks you for your consideration and assistance.

 

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.


 

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

Connecting @ Covenant Presbyterian Church

June 8, 2025, 11:00 a.m.

RESPONSIVE SCRIPTURE LESSON

Ed Putz, liturgist

Ephesians 2:8-10; Galatians 6:9-10 NRSV

NEW TESTAMENT LESSON

Romans 12:9-21

SERMON

Pastor, Don Esa

God at Work in Us: Goodness

“Do not be overcome by evil but overcome evil with good” (Romans 12:21).

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.

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 held its May meeting at the home of Becky Evatt on Tuesday, May 20th, celebrating Becky’s birthday. We will be taking the summer off, meeting again in September.

Joy Circle met 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.

Joy Circle making Scripture bracelets.

Faith Circle: Happy Birthday Becky!

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

LADIES BIBLE STUDY

“Ladies Bible Study met 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 enjoyed 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.

Thank you Handy Helpers for helping Becky Evatt and for moving Alice Schaefer into her beautiful new home!

Aloha to Aging:

June 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!

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