This Sunday, we're looking forward to another meaningful time of worship together as a church family. Whether you've been with us for years or you're brand new, you are welcome here-and we believe God has something for you this week.
Over the weeks of summer, we've learned the Prayer of Examen, the Prayer of Lament, the Prayer of Confession, and Centering Prayer. As the long days of summer begin to shorten, it's time we learn to pray Scripture. It's bound to change your life!
There are so many exciting things happening here at Community Covenant Church, and we are excited to see God work in many ways here at CCC! Please read below on all that is coming up! We can't wait to see you this Sunday!
LIFE AT COMMUNITY COVENANT
Join us for the Community Covenant Congregational Meeting!?
The meeting will be held in the Sanctuary following service on September 7th! Pastor Eric will be giving an update on interim and longer-term staffing plans before he leaves on sabbatical. Additionally, Chris Call will update the congregation on strategic planning, based in part on the congregational survey in June and a survey of church leaders in August.
Life Groups Are Back! - Sunday, September 7th
Life Groups are long term small groups that meet to pray, study God's word, and fellowship together. We will begin Sunday, September 7th. Sign ups will take place Sundays August 24th and 31st. If you are interested in joining a group, sign up with Alicia and Brian Larson or Brandon Read, after those services at the Welcome Tent.
This session, Life Groups will be following The Practicing the Way Course, eight sessions of teaching, guided conversation, and spiritual exercises designed to lay a foundation for lifelong apprenticeship to Jesus.
Men's Journey Groups Starting Next Week!
A new season of abiding begins!
Join us on the Journey and invite a friend!
Tuesday mornings starting August 26th at 6:15am in the Media Room
OR Wednesday evenings starting August 27th at 6:00pm in the Media Room
Sign-ups on the patio after worship service!
For more information see John Vanlenten or Steve Wagner
Baby Boy On The Way!??
On Saturday, August 30th Karyn Sorenson and Denice Fellows are inviting the women of Community Covenant Church to a baby shower for Katie Brown! Join us in the Youth Room on Saturday, August 30th at 2:00 PM.
Katie is the oldest daughter of Eric and Karyn Sorenson. Katie now lives in Minnesota with her husband Aaron. Please visit the link below for the Brown's Baby Registry. Gifts will be shipped to their home please bring a color copy print out of your gift to insert in the card you will bring to the shower. We don't want Katie to have to lug too many gifts across the country.
Ladies!! - Save the date for a Community Covenant Women's Retreat in October!?
Where: Community Covenant Church When: Saturday, October 11 Time: 8:30am-12:30pm Who: Andrea Gurney, Christian Psychologist and Westmont professor is our speaker.
Mark your calendars NOW for a time of renewal, enlightenment, encouragement and refreshment!
Lunch is included! More information coming soon!!
This would be a great event to bring a friend with you! ?
CCC Book Club: Meets Next on August 27!?
Do you like to read books and discuss your ideas with others? Are you interested in what great authors have to say about the Christian walk? If so, please join the Community Covenant Book Club! Meetings are at 3:00pm on the last Wednesday of every month in the Media Room at the Church. We will be reading and discussing That Hideous Strength, the third volume of C.S. Lewis's Space Trilogy. The Book Club is open to all!
Following up on Pastor Eric's Summer Reading recommendation, the CCC Book Club will hold a special session at 6:00 pm on Wednesday, September 17, to discuss Corrie Ten Boom's The Hiding Place. The discussion session is open to all!
Please Note: (N. B. Due to the Greek trip, the regular session of the Book Club will not meet in September. The regular Book Club meetings will resume beginning on Wednesday, October 29.)
For more information, contact Jean Marie Schultz at email address jean_schultz@ucsb.edu.
Church Fellowship Refreshments - August Update!
Our Hospitality Team is an incredible group of people who create a welcoming space each week where connection and community happen-often over great coffee and tasty treats.
For the month of August, our team is taking a well-deserved break.
We'll still have coffee, tea, and water available, but the snack table will be on pause until September.
Thank you for your understanding-and don't worry, we'll be back with full refreshments next month!
Enjoy your conversations and connection-just with one less cookie in hand ?
? Need Prayer? We've Got You Covered! ?
Feeling overwhelmed? Need a little extra support? We're here for you! Our amazing prayer team is ready and waiting to lift you up. Whether you're going through something big or just need some encouragement, we believe in the power of prayer and we're excited to stand with you in faith.
Submitting your request is super easy-just head to our website and use the Prayer Request tool. You can choose whether to share it with our whole community or keep it private for just our prayer team. Either way, know that your request will be handled with love, care, and a whole lot of compassion.
Let's connect through the power of prayer! You don't have to walk this journey alone. ?
To submit your prayer request, please click the button below.
Need some extra encouragement or a moment to connect with God after the service? We've got you covered! Every Sunday, our awesome prayer team will be available after worship to pray with you and for you. Whether it's something big or small, just approach one of our friendly team members after the service, and they'll step aside with you for personal and heartfelt prayer.
Stay Connected-Sign Up for Prayer Updates! ✉️
Want to be part of something bigger? Join our Prayer Chain Email to stay in the loop! You'll get updates as prayer needs come in, and you can lift others up in prayer throughout the week. It's an easy way to stay connected and make a difference!
