Hello, Bailey-

Last Sunday, Covenant youth (and advisors) hosted a Halloween party for kids, with a haunted hallway, games, and snacks. It was lots of fun. The costumes were great and the treats were yummy! Click on the group picture to see more.

This coming Sunday is All Saints' Day, when we light candles and remember loved ones who have died, especially in the past year. We'll sing "For All the Saints" and give thanks to God for those who have made the journey before us.

Sometimes life is fun. Sometimes it's sad. We share the journey together, sharing the joys and the burdens.

"Rejoice with those who rejoice, weep with those who weep."

Romans 12: 15 NRSV

It's easy to share the fun; it's hard to share the sadness. All Saints Day reminds us of the saints who've gone before us and of our calling to support and care for each other.

"Bear one another's burdens, and in this way you will fulfill the law of Christ."

Galatians 6:2 NRSV

So this Sunday, as we light candles, not only will I remember my parents and my brother, but also I remember that everyone around me is grieving. For some, the grief is very fresh and strong. I pray for God's strength and grace so that we can be compassionate with everyone.

In Christian hope,

Charlie

• In-Person and Livestream worship - 9:00AM & 11:00AM
• All Saints Sunday
• Holy Communion
• Preaching: Charlie Berthoud | "Out of the Great Ordeal... Together" | Text: Revelation 9:7-19
• Music 9:00: New Day Ensemble, Ben Welch leading
• Music 11:00: Covenant Chancel Choir, Melissa Hinz directing; Gary Lewis, organist
• Children's Time with Marge Resan
• Nursey Care: 8:45am-12:15PM
• Bradfield Café: 10:00-10:45AM
• Visit our Worship HQ for everything you need to worship with us online!

If you missed a service or would like to watch a service again, all livestreamed services are saved to our YouTube channel. Or you can give the sermons another listen on our sermon podcast!

There will be NO Kaleidoscope on Sunday to allow our kiddos to join us for Communion!

Sunday School & Children's Choir

10:00-10:50am

Confirmation (Grades 9-10)

10:00-10:50am

Youth Connection

6:00-7:30pm

All Adult Education classes meet in person and are now available on YouTube. Click HERE for more info on this change. Visit covenantmadison.org/adult for more info.

Please return commitment cards as soon as you can or fill out forms online. We have already received 121 commitments totaling $619,302.96. Thank you!

Also, please fill out a serving survey to let us know what ministries you are interested in serving with.

Note: if you check the “Please arrange payments for me” box on your commitment card/form, please remember to submit an ECT form as well.

Are you 60ish years old or more and single? Covenant is starting a “Singles Over 60” small group for members and friends to enjoy meals together a few times a month. Join us THIS Sunday in Bradfield Hall for food and beverages (provided). Contact Donna Monson or Barbara McCall for more information.

Covenant’s Guatemala Auction is set for Sunday, December 3! Donations will be accepted beginning THIS Sunday, November 5! Last year, the auction raised $11,118.18, including purchases of auction items and in-kind donations. As the auction approaches, we are looking for creative donations of new/pristine items with a minimum value of $10 - event tix, experiences, vacation stays, lessons, artwork, food/drink baskets, etc… For more information, visit covenantmadison.org/guatemala-auction.

Love working with infants/toddlers? We have a position open for a Nursery Assistant, 4-6 hours/week, two Sunday mornings per month. Visit covenantmadison.org/employment for more information on the position and help spread the word if you know someone!

Sunday morning opportunities

We are in need of some help on Sunday mornings!

Bradfield Café Volunteer:

Click HERE to sign up!



Greeter & Welcome Center Volunteer:

Click HERE to sign up!

New this week: Damien Singh, infant grandson of Doug and Rhonda Rohn; Mike Curran and family, friends of Matt Vande Sande.

Loving God, in your mercy, hear our prayers for each of these your children. We pray for healing, for courage, and for peace, in the name of Jesus. Amen.



(Click on the image header for full prayer list on Worship HQ.)

Dr. William Yoo's visit created a great deal of interest in this book, so we decided to hold a book discussion. The discussion leaders will present an overview of the book, quotes, and background info. Feel free to come even if you haven't finished the book, and no need to sign up in advance. Snacks will be provided!

Come enjoy some snacks, games of all kinds, and fellowship – Backgammon, Euchre, Apples to Apples, Blockus, Guess Who, Scary Bingo, etc… Come join the fun and bring your own games and snacks to share as well. This is a CONNECT event. CONNECT is a program of deacon-sponsored events with the intention of fostering connection between Covenant and the community.

Racist Anonymous Fellowship's next book study is a 4-week study on "Dixie's Daughters" by Karen L. Cox (2019 edition) beginning on November 16 on Zoom. If you are curious to know why and how so many Confederate monuments were built after the Civil War and why the myth of the "Lost Cause" became so entrenched in the South, this book is very enlightening. Email Jennifer Morgan for more information or for the link to the Zoom meeting.

An ecumenical service of Gratitude with churches from the Near-West side of Madison will be held at Bethany United Methodist Church this Thanksgiving season. There will be a combined choir welcoming singers from all participating congregations, and even a combined handbell group. The service will be followed by a Pie Reception and a time of fellowship. All are welcome! Contact Melissa Hinz if you are interested in singing or playing the handbells - or bringing a pie!