Philippians 2:1-13 (click to display NIV text) Oct. 7, 2012 Pastor Dwight A. Nelson “Therefore, my dear friends, as you have always obeyed — not only in my presence but now much more in my absence- continue to work out your salvation with fear and trembling, for it is God who works in you to will and to act in order to fulfill his good purpose.” Philippi was the location of Paul’s favorite church, the […]
It is time to pack boxes for Operation Christmas Child. Between now and November 10th we will be collecting school supplies, small toys & games, and toiletry items. On Saturday, November 17th, the young families will have a “night of service” when we will pack shoe boxes full of fun Christmas surprises which will then be sent to needy children around the world. For many of the children who receive these boxes it will be their very first Christmas present!
October 21st – The Celebration of 35 years of life as Libertyville Covenant Church. In October of 1977, a charter was signed establishing our church. We want to remember the faith and vision of our founding members, rejoice with all who have joined us since, and celebrate God’s goodness and faithfulness. We invite all who have been part of our church family to come for this special observance.
Galatians 5:13-26 (click to display NIV text) Sept. 16, 2012 Pastor Dwight A. Nelson “I pray that out of his glorious riches he may strengthen you with power through his Spirit in your inner being, so that Christ may dwell in your hearts through faith.” In the “Walk to Emmaus” retreat, participants spend three days studying various aspects of the Christian faith together, and then on Saturday evening are ushered into a specially decorated room, […]
Our theme for fall will be “Deeper in Christ… Further in Mission.” This is also the theme for our wider Covenant Church family, and well describes our hearts as we move into a time of building new vitality in our church and as we seek to be a more Missional presence in our community.