Something New on the Horizon...

I'm trying something different this Summer and I thought some of you might be interested to hear about it. This Summer we are going to have some FUN! That's it - FUN! I've renamed the programs available to reflect the quiet/relaxed nature of SUMMER! What is normally known as Chi Rho will be deemed "Slow Chi Rho" and what is known to all as CYF is re manufactured as "CYF Lite"! Also, since Kids 2 Kids will be taking a much needed break we've now got what you call "Summertime Kids". All of these programs will be fun, exciting, and "casual" just like Summer! We'll be having fun - will you? Check the June Newsletter to see the up-coming June dates/times for activities!

I promise, this is not meant to be something that you design your family calendar around (unless you want to), just something to say - we're here and you are always WELCOME! For more information, please contact Randy at the church office 919-481-4715 or e-mail him at randy-ccc@bellsouth.net

Remember... VBS is Coming!!!!

We are still looking for volunteers for this Summer's VBS experience! There will be a lot going on and we are expecting a large turnout! Things sure are easier when there are a lot of people involved! Make sure you pick up a VBS Volunteer registration form from the church bulletin this week, fill it out, and send it in! If you are not going to be in Cary this weekend, but still want to show support, please contact the church office and we can take your information/intention to help! Church contact: Randy Holste 919-481-4715 or randy-ccc@bellsouth.net. Thanks for your support!

Kids 2 Kids... This Weekend!!!

Just a reminder. Kids 2 Kids End of Year Bash is scheduled for this Sunday @ Bond Park immediately following 11 AM worship! We will not be picking up trash, but we will having a party!!! Make sure you all stop by and say "goodbye" to another K2K year! Remember to thank Jody and Jay Barish for all of their hard work and dedication this year! They are truly special. If you have questions about this weekend's event don't hesitate to contact the church office at 919-481-4715 or e-mail Randy at randy-ccc@bellsouth.net. Hope to see you all there!

CYF - This Sunday...

Guys and gals, just wanted to give you a heads up. I would like to finish our discussion regarding "What if Starbucks Marketed Like a Church" Please watch the video and come prepared to talk about it this Sunday at McDonald's on the corner of High House and Cary Parkway (10:10 AM) - Note the adjusted time. Think about what hits you from the video and where Covenant is with regards to its "welcoming of visitors" and how we could do things better. What would make you WANT to come on church? What would we need to have available to you, what kind of atmosphere would make you say "I love coming to church and bringing my friends along with me?" Why do you ask your friends "hey, you want to go to Starbucks with me" or "I'm heading to the mall, do you want to come?" Is there anything we can do to give you the same sense of belonging or comfort?"

Just click on the name above "What if Starbucks Marketed Like a Church" or paste this URL into the address bar to see the video. Its only 7 minutes long and I promise you will like it.

http://www.beyondrelevance.com/index.cfm/pageid/913/postid/24/index.html

See you all on Sunday!!!!

Kids 2 Kids... This SUNDAY...

Remember, this Sunday is the final Kids 2 Kids meeting before the Summer break. We are having a cookout @ Bond Park immediately following the congregational meeting. Along with all current Kids 2 Kids members (all elementary aged children) any up-coming Kindergarten student and his/her family is welcome! Come see what Kids 2 Kids is all about!

After eating, there will be a brief presentation regarding the importance of recycling and an opportunity to help clean up Bond Park by picking up trash! We hope you can join us for this special event!!! Feel free to contact the church office if you have any questions or comments.

Reminder....

This Sunday at Covenant we will be celebrating the accomplishments of our High School graduates during the 11 AM worship service. Madison Rivers and Kelly Thornton will be honored during this special service. Kelly is graduating from Panther Creek HS and and Madison (Madi) will be graduating from Green Hope HS. Come and congratulate these two young ladies and their many accomplishments!!!

Youth Mission Trip --- Ready To Go!!

Save the dates Folks - We are headed to Slidell, LA once again to assist with clean up, repair, and relief assistance to those who continue to suffer the affects of Hurricane Katrina! We will be heading down the weekend of August 2nd and be returning the following weekend! More information will be available shortly - please contact Randy if you have any further questions or concerns! randy-ccc@bellsouth.net or 919-368-2428.

Last Kids 2 Kids of the YEAR....

Do you believe our Kids to Kids 'year' is almost over?!?  Our last get-together is
on Sunday, May 17, at Bond Park in Cary.  We'll have a lunch celebration at 12:30 p.m.
at the Buehler Shelter (located beside the boathouse).  Jay will grill hamburgers
and hot dogs and I'll bring the rest.  We're going to request a $2 donation per
person, if you're able.  After lunch, we'll recognize the kids' accomplishments,
evaluate this year's program, and talk about service projects for the following
year.
 
At 2:00 p.m., we'll meet Mr. Eucker at the boathouse to receive instructions to pick
up litter through Bond Park.  It's a great way to get some exercise and feel good
about helping the environment and our community.
 
We thought it would be a neat idea to have "Kids to Kids" t-shirts for next year.
We'll bring all the details next Sunday and see what everyone thinks.
 
Please let us know by Thursday, May 14, if your family plans to attend.  
You know us, we want to make sure we have enough of everything!
 
Take care,
Jay and Jody
 
PS.  There is a congregational meeting following both church services next weekend
 to approve the new officers.  Online voting is available if you prefer to vote
 ahead of time and to help make it easier to get to Bond Park around 12:30 p.m..

Kids 2 Kids...And Rising Kindergartners

We wanted to take a moment to introduce you to Kids to Kids at Covenant Christian
Church.  Kids to Kids is a monthly program for K-5th graders.  Its purpose is to
encourage children to become involved in service projects and sharing their gifts
and talents in order to encourage a lifelong commitment to volunteerism.  (As with
learning, we mainly hope they have fun and realize God's love for them and the world
around them.)

We are having our last get-together for the 'year' next Sunday and your families are
welcome to join us.  What follows is all the information.  If you have any questions,
please contact Jay or me at 460-2820 or jodylb23@yahoo.com.  We hope to see you next
Sunday and if we don't, we hope to get to know you and your child next year!

SENIORS...

This is a SHOUT OUT to all the Seniors out there! Covenant will be celebrating your academic accomplishments on Sunday May 17th! Please bring your family, your friends, and loved ones to the 11 AM Worship Service. Bring your caps and gowns and show the church your true colors!

However, before you come - make sure you write up something about yourself (where you've been - what you've done - & where you are going) People want to know these things and we want to share it with the congregation while we salute you and your graduation(s)! Gifts will be distributed and love will be shared! Congratulations Class of 2009!

Send all information to Randy (919) 481-4715 or randy-ccc@bellsouth.net before 5/14/09 @ 5 PM. I look forward to hearing from you soon!!

Don't Forget...

This Sunday is MOTHER"S DAY!!!!! Make sure you do something special for the woman who gave you life!!!!