Covenant Connection WE ARE SO EXCITED!

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1 WE ARE SO EXCITED! Welcome to Covenant Life Ministries newsletter. This newsletter (available online at will be published monthly and will focus on the life of the church, upcoming events, ministry opportunities, and provide members of the church with articles to read from both the church staff and members of the church. So if you have a success story, testimony, accomplishments, events, suggestions or just want to recognize someone and would like to share, We Want to Hear From You. For additional information or to submit a request, please see anyone from our Communication & Public Relations Ministry (CPR) (AssocMin. Carolyn Bowman, Elder Tanya George or Sabrina (Peggy) Williams). You can also us at CPR@CLMlife.com.

2 JULY CHALLENGE - BRING SOMEONE TO CHURCH During the month of July several CLM members participated in this challenge by inviting their friends and families. We had such a great turnout that it resulted in another tie for July! This challenge will continue until we have a winner.??????????????? Who will Win?

3 RECOGNIZING ALL AUGUST BIRTHDAYS 1 CC Taylor LK Lyles 3 Ariyah Ogunsiakan 5 Marie Hope 9 Taniesha Harrison N Dea George Andrew Smith, Jr. 10 Navar Reynolds 12 DeNyra Canada 13 TyQuan Ogunsiakan 14 Carl Devaughn Nash 15 Zahara Howard 16 Rev. Tia Bowman Genesis Ogunsiakan 19 Destini Lindsay 21 Mary Coleman 24 Annie Drakeford 25 Carolyn Thompson Semira Howard 30 Akeem Adgerson 31 Andréa Gross

4 HAPPY BIRTHDAY REV. TIA!! CLM is truly blessed to be under the covering of Reverend Tia. Our lives have been enriched because of her love, grace and sacrifice. She exemplifies elegance & excellence to the highest level. As she often says, God is kissing all over us and we know this because He gave her to us. For that, we are eternally grateful. Reverend Tia, we wish you a wonderful birthday and pray you have many more years filled with God s Rich Blessings. WE LOVE YOU!!!

5 YOUR ASSISTANCE IS REQUIRED!! CLM is in the process of updating the Member Contact Database. Please take the time to ensure that we have your most recent information on file. This will allow you to receive announcements of upcoming events, birthday greetings, opening/ closure information due to inclement weather, etc. You can update your information online. Simply provide your address and we will send you the link. Deaconess Diane Williams will also be available after each service to take your information. Help us to stay in-touch with you.

6 DON T JUST SIT THERE GET INVOLVED!! The Facilities Ministry is looking for volunteers to help with preparing the church facilities before and after services and special events. Cleaning the church facilities is a wonderful way to get involved with the church and serve the Lord. Helping out requires no specialized skills and you can set your own schedule. If you can volunteer your time, whether its just for 1 hour, (no time is too small), we would love to have you be a part of our Team. To sign-up or request additional information, please see Minister Chet Baskins or Facilities@CLMLife.com

7 HELPING TO STAY HYDRATED With the warm weather upon us, there is a need to stay hydrated. We are looking for volunteers who are willing to donate cases of water to keep our members and visitors refreshingly hydrated prior to, during and after church service. Storage space is limited, so if you are able to donate, please see Minister Chet Baskins to sign-up. To sign-up or request additional information, please see Minister Chet Baskins or Facilities@CLMLife.com

8 NEED A RIDE TO CHURCH? The Transportation Ministry provides service to members and non-members alike who have a desire to attend any of our services. The Transportation Ministry will reach others with the gospel by providing transportation so they can attend Worship Service on a regular basis. We provide safe and consistent transportation to the people of God. Elder Michelle Gross at Transportation@CLMLife.com for information or to request a ride.

9 Here is what happening over the next few months..

10 Getting Ready for Back To School? To help parent and students prepare for going back to school, the Events Ministry will host a Back to School event TODAY!! This event will help equip parents and/or students with the necessary planning tools to get them ready for the upcoming school year. If you are a high school student you will be able to receive helpful information on how to prepare for college. We will offer planning tools for creating successful study habits as well as information on SATs, ACTs, and preparing for college. During this event, parents and student will be able to obtain various school supplies from the Pantry Ministry at discounted prices. Supplies will be available while supplies last. The Hospitality Ministry will offer and demonstrate different ideas for parents and students to make simple and healthy snacks for lunch.

11 THE SHACK MOVIE NIGHT Wednesday, August 30, :00pm The Field Team Ministry will be hosting a movie showing of The Shack. The Shack takes us on a father s transformative and spiritual journey that will show him the ultimate truth about love, loss, and forgiveness. This event is FREE and all are welcome. Popcorn, Drink and Hotdog ONLY $5.00 For more information please contact Minister Stan Williams or FieldTeams@CLMLife.com

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14 Yom Kippur September 30th As we come together for prayer, please join Covenant Life Ministries for THE DAY OF ATONEMENT SERVICE Saturday, September 30, 2017 at 6:00pm

15 BAPTISM CELEBRATION FALL 2017 If you are interested in being Baptized, please see Minister Stan Williams

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