How Your Clothing Donations Help

I hope everyone is having a fantastic day today, I previously reported that 2 people had been clothed as a result of the clothing donations here in Smithville. I wanted to update you all on that progress. As of today there have been 4 individuals (1 man and 4 women) in recovery that have been [...]

Are we Chatting or Praying?

One of the most beautiful prayers that I have heard, or read, is: Most merciful Father, I confess that I have sinned against you in thought, word, and deed: by what I have done, and by what I have left undone. I have not loved you with my whole heart; I have not loved my [...]

Sign Up To Help At Potluck

With the recent passing of our beloved friend, Garry Mooney, we all have an opportunity to honor his memory by becoming part of a Fellowship activity that he truly loved. We are looking for two helpers for each morning potluck. In addition, we would truly love to have someone with a Servant’s heart like Garry’s [...]

My First Christmas in Heaven

Christmas is a time of that year that brings solemn thoughts as individuals reflect upon this Christmas, their First Christmas, without a loved one. I first published this poem in 1998 as it was used to minister to me in the loss of my grandfather. Each year at this time of the year I publish it again in my column with the prayer that this poem gives each of us hope through faith in Jesus Christ. There is nothing that will replace the loss of a loved one, but the comfort of their presence in Heaven with Jesus does provide me with peace, especially at Christmas.

CovenAnts Children’s Ministry

Covenant’s Ministry for Children, CovenAnts began on Sunday April 3, 2011.  Our Children’s Ministry is underway providing a new opportunity to grow and offer a loving experience to all children.  Beginning April 3, we will be offering classes for kids in grades 1-5.  See Linda Brendlinger, check the website and the information desk in the [...]

Food Pantry Needs You to Help

We are overwhelmed every time that we ask for your help. The outpouring of love for those you never see shows that God’s message is in your heart. The Food Pantry is helping feed both members and non-members of our church. In the last few months we have given to families over 450 lbs of food. [...]