Summer Adventures Await at North Georgia Christian Camp!

Summer is calling, and we are ready for the best weeks of the year! We are incredibly blessed to partner with North Georgia Christian Camp (NGCC) to offer a summer experience where your kids can disconnect from the world and reconnect with God. We are also thrilled to have our own staff leading the way this year: CPC Children’s Director Leanne Howell and her husband Ty will be the Deans for Middler 2 Camp, and Blake Stinnett will be the Dean for Teener 1 Camp!

📅 Public Registration Opens: February 1

📍 Location: North Georgia Christian Camp, Clarksville, GA

BUDDY CAMP (Rising K – 3rd Graders)

• Buddy Camp 1: May 29 – 30 FULL – waitlist only

• Buddy Camp 2: June 26 – 27

• 💸 Cost: $120

• 📧 Contact: Leanne Howell, leanne@covenantparkchurch.org

Buddy Camp introduces first-time campers (rising K-3rd grades) to the wonderful world of Christian camp! The Buddy camper attends with their older, “Buddy” (parent, grandparent, older sibling, etc.). They share in the camp experience by participating in all of the exciting camp activities together – from zip-lining, craft-making, worshiping, playing putt-putt, and swimming, to learning about Jesus around the campfire under a canopy of trees and stars! Each Buddy Camp is sure to be a unique, fun, and memorable experience that will plant a seed of love for Christ AND camp in your child! The cost covers both the camper and the Buddy. You will need to provide your own transportation.

MIDDLER CAMP (Rising 3rd – 5th Graders) Led by CPC’s Leanne & Ty Howell, Danny & Chante Harrell!

• Middler 2: July 5 – 8 BOYS FULL – waitlist only

• 💸 Cost: $285

• 🚌 Transportation: Provided for this session

• 📧 Contact: Leanne Howell, leanne@covenantparkchurch.org

Middler Camp is our first full-week camp (Sunday-Thursday). Given more time, Middler campers have more opportunities to experience God through His creation and the relationships the camper will be able to make with the camp staff, cabin-moms, cabin dads, and their peers. These campers get to see all that North Georgia Christian Camp has to offer – from the climbing wall and zip-lining to canoeing, and from talent shows and skit nights to campfires under the stars. Note: CPC wants our graduating 5th graders to attend this camp with us!

TEENER CAMP (Rising 6th – 8th Graders) Led by CPC’s Blake Stinnett!

• Teener 1: May 24 – 28

• 💸 Cost: $295

• 🚌 Transportation: Provided for this session

• 📧 Contact: Blake Stinnett, blake@covenantparkchurch.org

Teener Camp is a Sunday – Thursday camp for students entering 6th-8th grades (CPC takes students graduating 5th grade to Middler Camp for one more summer with our Children’s program). The goal of this program is to allow students to feel like the young adults they are so that they can begin to make their faith their own. With engaging Bible-based teaching and worship, “quiet” time (individual time of Bible study), and group discussions about life and faith, Teener Camp challenges students to grow in their understanding of who God is and how much He loves people! Of course, all of the camp-classic games and activities (zip-line, swing, capture the flag, staff hunt, etc.) are offered and play a huge part in creating an unforgettable week for these awesome campers! Note: CPC students moving from 8th to 9th grade can attend either Teener 1 or Senior 2 Camp.

SENIOR CAMP (Rising 9th – Graduating Seniors)

• Senior 2: June 28 – July 3 – BOYS FULL – waitlist only

• 💸 Cost: $305

• 🚌 Transportation: Provided for this session

• 📧 Contact: Blake Stinnett, blake@covenantparkchurch.org

Senior Camp is a Sunday – Friday camp for students who are entering 9th-12 grades (we also allow Seniors who will have just graduated to attend). Senior campers are encouraged to take their faith seriously, to be an example in their schools and churches, and to grow in their faith to prepare for life after high school. From sunup to well past sundown, Senior Camp is a week filled with unique experiences and opportunities working in tandem to create a fun, exciting environment where campers can learn and see firsthand what it means to live and love like Jesus. Campers experience all of the fun games and activities NGCC has to offer while creating friendships and memories that will last a lifetime. Note: CPC students moving from 8th to 9th grade can attend either Teener 1 or Senior 2 Camp.

💰 Financial Assistance: We want every student to have the chance to go to camp. Financial assistance is available, reach out to the appropriate contact (Leanne for Buddy/Middler or Blake for Teener/Senior) to make arrangements.

Help us enter the season of Lent!

As we prepare our hearts for the Lenten season, we are turning our eyes toward the road to Calvary and the incredible sacrifice Jesus made for us. This year, we want to walk that path together in a truly special way—through the creative eyes of our own church family! We believe God has woven creativity into the DNA of this congregation, and we want to invite you to use those gifts to help us all reflect on the Savior’s journey. Check out the ways you can be involved!

Lenten Devotional Guide

We are seeking 40 contributing writers to create a devotional for each day in the season of Lent.

The print and digital devotional guide devotionals may include Scripture, a short reflection, and a prayer. We will contact you via email in the next few days to keep you updated.  We will share a Scripture for the devotional along with the format we will be using.

Please complete this form if you are interested in participating. Devotions are due by February 10 so they can be sent for publishing in time to give out on Ash Wednesday.

Stations of the Cross

We invite you to participate in a meaningful, prayerful project for our community: a Stations of the Cross prayer experience created through art. The Stations of the Cross are a Christian prayer practice that invites believers to walk prayerfully with Jesus through the final moments of his earthly life—from his condemnation to his burial.

We are inviting members of our church—of all ages and artistic backgrounds—to create original artwork inspired by one of the Stations of the Cross. These pieces will be displayed together as a guided prayer experience, helping our congregation reflect on Christ’s journey to the cross.

This invitation is for everyone. You do not need to be a “professional” artist. Art may include drawing, painting, collage, photography, mixed media, sculpture, or other creative expressions. What matters most is not artistic skill, but a willingness to reflect, pray, and respond creatively.

How to participate:

• Choose (or be assigned) one Station of the Cross
• Spend time in prayer and Scripture reflection
• Create an original piece of art inspired by that station
• Submit your artwork by the designated deadline

Each piece will be accompanied by a short written reflection or prayer, allowing viewers to move prayerfully from station to station.

If you are interested in participating—or would simply like more information—please complete the interest form linked below. We will follow up with details, station assignments, and guidelines.

Thank you for considering this opportunity to serve our church through creativity, prayer, and reflection. We look forward to seeing how God speaks through the gifts of our community. Please complete this form if you are interested in participating.

Love in Action: Wrapping Our Arms Around Foster Families

Scripture tells us, “let us not love with words or speech but with actions and in truth” (1 John 3:18). That’s exactly what our new Love in Action initiative is all about! We know that fostering is an incredible, yet demanding journey, and we want to come alongside the foster families within our own church family to remind them that they have a village behind them.

Each month, we’ll be coordinating a specific way to bless these families—whether it’s providing a meal (because who really wants to cook every night?), a fun activity pack, or a gift card. Participation is super simple: check the sign-up list for the month’s needs, pick an item, and drop it off in the designated basket in the lobby or hand it directly to Jennifer Farnam. Let’s be the hands and feet of Jesus together!

❤️ What: Monthly Support for Foster Families

📅 Frequency: Monthly

📍 Drop-off Location: Basket in the Lobby or give to Jennifer Farnam

💻 Sign Up: Click Here to View February Needs

❓Questions: Contact Jennifer Farnam at jafarnam0416@gmail.com or (678) 591-3982

Click the link above to see what is needed this month and sign up!

Monthly Initiatives:

• February – Hot chocolate and chocolate covered pretzel basket
• March – Date Night at CPC for Families 4 Families – volunteers needed
• April – Taco night meal bag
• May – Foster parent month – cards of encouragement
• June – Snack basket
• July – Imagine That gift cards
• August – Visa gift cards to help with back to school supplies
• September – Spaghetti meal bag
• October – Popcorn and games
• November – Gingerbread house kids
• December – CPC Angel Tree

Join us as we review the latest financial updates and celebrate God’s provision.  All are welcome to attend this important gathering where we’ll discuss the church’s financial standing, share how your contributions are making a difference, and look ahead to future ministry opportunities.

This is a time for our church family to come together, ask questions, and be encouraged by how God is working through our generosity.

🗓️ Date: February 8

⏰ Time: 12:30pm, following the 11:00am service

⛪ Location: Sanctuary

Full Court Fellowship: Cheering on Our CPC Teams!

Get ready to make some noise! We are thrilled to announce that we have four incredible teams representing Covenant Park Church on the basketball court this season, and they need your support. Whether you’re a basketball aficionado or just love a good excuse to cheer loud, we’d love to see you in the stands! Come join us for some fun, fellowship, and friendly competition as we encourage our players to compete with heart and sportsmanship. It’s the perfect way to spend time with your church family outside the sanctuary walls!

📍 Location: Morgan County Community Center (1141 Alvin White Dr, Madison, GA 30650)

🏀 Teams: 4 CPC Squads

📅 Schedule: Check out the full game schedule posted below!

Let’s fill the bleachers and show our team spirit!

The Board of Elders is asking for nominations from our congregations to fill two open seats on the board.  Johnny Frantz and Brett Holmes are rotating off the board on December 31, 2025. Nominations can be given to or emailed to our current elders or to the church office. Listed below are the qualifications and expectations of a board member.

Board of Elders Qualifications, Guidelines, and Expectations

1.    Meet and agree to qualifications as stated in 1 Timothy 3:1-15.

2.    Be a growing believer in Jesus Christ – committed to personal growth through Bible study and prayer.

3.    Be committed to Christ, His Body, His Mission, His Ministry.

4.    Be a servant leader.

5.    Be a member of, active in, and committed to Covenant Park Church.

6.    Attend regularly scheduled Church events and gatherings, along with family.

7.    Support the Church through prayer and regular tithing.

8.    Meet with the Board of Elders and/or Senior Pastor as required on a regular basis for prayer, direction, and accountability.

9.    Promote growth, unity, and Christ-discipleship.

10. Support the Senior Pastor, Board of Elders, and Church leadership.

If you know of someone meets these qualifications and could help with the broad scope steering of the church, please contact one of the board members or the church office by December 28. We look forward to hearing from you.

• Greg Evans                  gregory.evans@takeda.com
• Johnny Frantz            johnnyfrantz@bellsouth.net
• Danny Harrell            danny@covenantparkchurch.org
• Brett Holmes              brett@covenantparkchurch.org
• Dustin Weaver           dr.dustin.weaver@gmail.com
• Milledge Wells           milledge.wells@gmail.com
• Wesley Wells              wwells70@att.net

🏀 Adult Basketball: Join the Covenant Park Church Team!

Ready to hit the court? We’re excited to announce that we are forming co-ed adult basketball teams to participate in the upcoming MOCO Rec Church League! This is a fantastic opportunity to enjoy some friendly competition, get active, and connect with other adults from the Covenant Park community and beyond. Whether you’re looking to showcase your skills or just enjoy the fellowship of playing the game, we encourage you to sign up.

Don’t miss your chance to be a part of the team! Sign-ups are happening right now, so be sure to register before the deadline. We can’t wait to cheer you on as you represent Covenant Park Church on the court!

Key Details

🗓️ Registration Deadline: December 22

💲 Cost: None

❓ Questions: Please reach out to Matt Watkins at 706-319-6821 or ironmatt21@gmail.com.

📍 Location: Game and practice locations and times are still being confirmed. We’ll share details with registered players soon!

Sign up today and get ready to play!

Share God’s Love: Operation Christmas Child Shoebox Collection!

We are so excited to join the mission of Operation Christmas Child (OCC) again this year! OCC is a powerful missions program of Samaritan’s Purse that demonstrates the love of God in a tangible way to children in need around the world. Every year, through the simple gift of a shoebox, we get to share joy, hope, and the ultimate Good News of Jesus Christ.

When you pack a box, you’re not just sending a present; you’re partnering with the local church worldwide to help make disciples of the nations. This is our chance to directly connect with and encourage children we may never meet. We encourage you to plan to pack a shoebox (or more!) this year—it’s a small effort with an eternal impact. Our goal this year is to pack 600 shoeboxes!

Key Collection Details

We want to make sure your shoeboxes make it onto the truck and overseas in time!

How to Get Involved

1. Pack a Physical Shoebox!

Start collecting those fun toys and necessities now! Boxes will be available in the church foyer starting October 26. We’ll also have gift ideas for both boys and girls and tips for packing your boxes right there.

Your shipping donation is essential! Please include the $10 shipping cost with your box either as cash or a check made payable to Samaritan’s Purse. Alternatively, you can pay online and print a prepaid label, which gives you the option to track your box too!

2. Build a Box Online!

Can’t make it to the store to shop, or maybe you prefer the convenience of online giving? No problem! You can still be a part of this amazing mission by building a box online! You can build you own box by customizing the gifts or have Samaritan’s Purse build it for you. This is a great way to still be involved and “pack” a shoebox that will be delivered to a child overseas.

👉 Click here to build your box online

3. Volunteer for Collection Week!

Our church is once again serving as an official drop-off site for OCC, and we need your help to make Collection Week a success! We’ll need volunteers to assist each day of Collection Week, November 17 – November 24. This is a fun way to serve locally and be the hands and feet of Jesus.

Volunteers are also needed to transport a trailer full of collected boxes to the collection facility in Milledgeville on November 24 and help with the unloading.

👉 Click here for a schedule of volunteer times

Collection Week Schedule:

• Monday November 17                     10:00AM – 12:00PM
• Tuesday, November 18                   10:00AM – 12:00PM
• Wednesday, November 19              5:00PM – 7:00PM
• Thursday, November 20                 10:00AM – 12:00PM
• Friday, November 21                       2:00PM– 4:00PM
• Saturday, November 22                  10:00AM – 12:00PM
• Sunday, November 23                     9:00AM – 1:00PM
• Monday, November 24                    9:00AM – 11:00AM

Contact & Volunteer Sign-Up

Ready to pack or volunteer? Please reach out to our amazing volunteer coordinators if you have any questions:

• Anne Harper: 252-665-1102
• Faith Ridling: 470-295-5438

Let’s hit our goal and share God’s love around the world!

How do I pack a shoebox?

Watch the video below to learn more and see the lists for ideas on what to pack.

Embark on an Unforgettable Journey to The Ark Encounter!

Get ready for an incredible adventure as we plan a group trip to The Ark Encounter in Williamstown, Kentucky! This is your chance to step back in time and explore a life-sized Noah’s Ark, built according to the dimensions given in the Bible. We’ll get to explore the Ark, filled with exhibits that bring the stories of Genesis to life, from Noah’s family and the animals to the pre-flood world. You won’t want to miss this opportunity to deepen your faith and bring the Bible to life!

• 🗓️ Dates: November 3-5
• 📍 Location: Williamstown, Kentucky
• 📞 Contact: Sally Crocker at (714) 679-4523

Don’t miss out on this amazing opportunity to explore biblical history in a truly immersive way along with friends! Please let us know you are interested by filling out the form. This does not commit you to the trip, but will help us know how many are interested in going and keep you in the loop with future updates.

Information on Trip Costs

• Church bus  – $60 per person round trip on passenger vans. You can also choose to drive yourself.
• Ark Tickets
  • Adults (18–59): $60.00 plus tax = $64.13
  • Seniors (60+): $50.00 plus tax = $53.53
  • Youth (11–17): $28.00 plus tax = $30.21
  • 10 & under – Free
• The Ark Buffet Lunch – $21.19 plus tax
• Hotel – $142.21 per night including taxes. Rooms must be booked by October 17 to receive the group rate.

Please contact Sally Crocker to check on space availability.