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Text Box: First Evangelical Covenant Church Aug. 1, 2010 10:00 a.m. Gathering Together Steve Truesdale Praying Together Bruce Rowe Offering Together “Praise God, from whom all blessings flow; Praise Him all creatures here below; Praise Him above ye heav’nly host; Praise Father, Son and Holy Ghost. AMEN.” “Your Hands” Taylre and Laura “Gospel Driven Miracles” John 14:5-14 Sacrament of Holy Communion 1 Corinthians 11:23b-26 Sending Forth Steve Truesdale Care & Share Galatians 6:2

Text Box: Prayers for Ourselves and Each Other: Pray that the Holy Spirit would mold us according to the word of God, rather than being molded by the values of the world and society. Pray for Covenant Cedars staff and campers. Thank God for the work and provision for Kids First and for continued blessings in their summer programs. Pray that each of us may pray diligently for the needs of our church and continue to give faithfully during the summer months. Prayers for Our People: Health Concerns— Ken Stanley; Ellia Westburg; Bob Carroll; Nic Ahlberg; Sheral Johnson; Dotty Reier; Wayne Bellinger Recovering from Injuries & Surgeries— Ina Luhring; Ruth Truesdale; Don Ganow Long Term Care Needs— Carolyn Lutes; Lonnie Peterson; Tom & Beverly Morey; Rich & Carolyn Carlson; Cheryl Wamberg; Romelle Johnson; June Johnson Pray for peace and guidance for the future: Jon Kroger (financial provision for future education); Alison Rowe; Brian & Alicia Carlson Prayers for Comfort in Time of Sorrow: Sherri Erickson and Tim Erickson and their families in the loss of their brother, Mark Family and friends of Bob Carroll Prayers for Others: Riley (friend of Denny Miller); Steph Mattison’s aunt Betty; Hector (Jill McGee’s friend); Helga Zechner (Anja Knepper’s stepmother); Scott Bulin (Amy Cradduck’s cousin); Marshall DeBoer (Deb Cada’s nephew); Bill & Marie Stack (Irene Malzer’s parents) Pray for those who are seeking employment.

Text Box: First Evangelical Covenant Church 6024 L St. Lincoln, NE 68510 402-489-8869 firstcovenant@windstream.net www.firstcovenantlincoln.org

Text Box: We welcome you to our Church Family! We are a group of people of all ages and from all walks of life who have heard God’s call through Jesus Christ to serve Him and serve each other. We worship together to celebrate our salvation in Jesus, our joy in God’s presence, the fellowship we have in the Holy Spirit, and to listen as He speaks to us through His Word. We are a part of the Evangelical Covenant Church, which began in the great spiritual revival of the 19th century. We believe in new life that comes through a personal relationship with Christ. We believe in the Bible as the Word of God and the only true basis for faith, doctrine and practice. Childcare is provided for children up to the age of three. Children’s Worship (3 yrs thru 2nd gd.) is provided during the school year in Room 118; children can be picked up there. Restrooms are located on the east side on the main level, tucked in behind our parlor kitchen. Hearing-assistance devices are available. Please ask an usher.

Text Box: Aug. 1st thru Aug. 8th: SUNDAY, Aug. 1st 9:30 a.m. Church Planting Prayer Group in parlor 10:00 a.m. Worship MONDAY, Aug. 2nd TUESDAY, Aug. 3rd 7:00 p.m. Christian Education meeting in CE Office WEDNESDAY, Aug. 4th THURSDAY, Aug. 5th Noon PSRC meeting in library 1:00 p.m. Covenant Women Board Meeting in parlor 7:00 p.m. Properties meeting FRIDAY, Aug. 6th SATURDAY, Aug. 7th 7:30 a.m. Men’s Bible Study @ St. E’s 3:00 p.m. Harwood/Staswick wedding SUNDAY, Aug. 8th 10:00 a.m. Worship Worship Hour Nursery today: Jason Ahlberg family Worship Hour Nursery next week: Mike & Jennifer Davidson

Text Box: If your name is on one of the copies of the August Bridge out in the parlor, please take it home today and help us save a little postage. Operation Christmas Child: Back to School sales are a great time to pick up items to pack in shoe boxes for Operation Christmas Child, whether they are school supplies, clothing, or toys. And oh, yes, pick up empty shoe boxes too (without attached tops). More information will come later; this is just a reminder. If you have any questions, call Elizabeth at 489-8967. Wednesday Night Suppers is a great ministry which prepares and serves a meal every Wednesday Night before all the Camps, Bibles Studies and activities get rolling for the evening. We are starting to get organized for the fall, so if you would like to join our team -- we need to talk!! Call Irene Malzer at 326-0292 or email her at imalzer@lps.org. Inspiration Gallery: We hope you have enjoyed the paintings, photographs, ceramics, poems, quilts, and needlework currently on display in the Inspiration Gallery in the parlor. The gallery exhibits will be changing on September 5, and it is time now to be thinking about items you may have to be a part of that showing. Arts and crafts that you, or a friend or family member, have done would be welcome. You may bring your art work to church on Sunday, August 22, before or after church. Complete information is available on forms in the gallery. If you have questions you may contact Stuart Westburg, the director (489-9105).

Text Box: Brian Paul Staswick & Elizabeth Kae Harwood proudly request your attendance as they celebrate their wedding and the beginning of their life together Saturday, August 7, 2010 3:00 p.m. First Evangelical Covenant Church 6024 “L” St., Lincoln, NE Reception to follow RSVP to: BrianandBeth8710@gmail.com

Text Box: FAMILY CAMP 2010 is all about family, and the First Covenant family will be reunited on August 14 & 15 at Covenant Cedars Bible Camp near Hordville, Nebraska. Our speaker for the weekend is Ryan Cooper, associate pastor at Hope Covenant Church, Orland Park, IL. Get ready to be inspired by Coop's messages and by great music led by a group of talented, Christ filled musicians. If you are looking for a fun-filled, inexpensive weekend get-away before school starts…..FAMILY CAMP 2010 is the place for you! Activities include peaceful walks in the great outdoors, swimming, boating, fishing, a new and improved zipline, climbing tower, and if needed – a nap. You won't want to miss the Saturday evening sunset service held in the outdoor amphitheater. Comfortable lodging and great food is an added benefit. As in past years, there will be an opportunity for baptism. Please contact Pastor Matt. If you are unable to commit for the entire weekend, but would enjoy coming for the 10:00 Sunday worship/communion service, we would love to have you join us. Simply register for the day, including the noon lunch. You are welcome to stay for the afternoon and enjoy all that beautiful Covenant Cedars has to offer. Don't delay --- register now! Registration forms are available in the Parlor. Grab an extra and invite a friend. FAMILY CAMP 2010 is affordable for all and is the perfect way to say good bye to summer. Once you've experienced the "holy ground" of Covenant Cedars, you will want to return soon to this special place in the Platte River valley.

Text Box: Financial Update (as of 7/23/10): General Fund: Building Fund Beginning Bal. $ - 9,291.80 Beginning Bal. $ 16,912.16 Receipts 123,177.27 Receipts 41,391.68 Expenses - 111,050.04 Expenses - 41,216.00 Ending Balance $ 2,835.43 Ending Balance $ 17,087.84