Covenant Connections

January 22, 2026

Congregational Meeting THIS Sunday, Jan. 25 at 11:45am

At Covenant, we appreciate administering our church decently and in order. Our bylaws dictate that we host at least two congregational meetings throughout the year: one in January for routine business, and another in October for the purpose of electing new officers.

We'll host our January meeting following worship this Sunday. While there will be some fast-moving agenda items, the main focal point of the meeting will be presenting our building project! Come learn more and see some draft drawings of how we can enhance our building for the sake of Christian mission in our neighborhood.

The agenda for the meeting is as follows:

Opening in Prayer
Declaration of Quorum
Elect Nominating Committee (G-2.0401; CPC Bylaws Article 5 Section 1)
Elect Corporate Officers (Required by ID Code § 30-30-604 (2019)
Approve the Sr. Pastor's Compensation (G-1.0503c)
Hear updates on the upcoming building project
Close in prayer

Please schedule about 30 minutes or so for this meeting.

Click here to read the 2025 Annual Report that will be presented.

Your partner on the journey,

+ Pastor Kevin

Sunday, Jan. 25, 2026

Sermon: "Love Beyound Comparison"

Rev. Dani Forbess

Scripture Readings:

Matthew 4:12-23

Genesis 4:1-16

Musical Selections:

Good, Good Father

https://youtu.be/CqybaIesbuA

GTG #821 - My Life Flows On

https://youtu.be/HE2TcuMeJpM?si=U62mP-6G4m327ew7

GtG #625 - How Great Thou Art

https://youtu.be/Cc0QVWzCv9k

Giving Statements

Giving statements are now available. They will be placed on the Connection Center Sunday mornings and in the office during the week. After two weeks, those not picked up will be mailed.

Per Capita

Reminder that Per Capita is paid to the Synod every year by the church for every member. To offset this cost, we ask members to contribute $35. Thank you.

Photographer Wanted

Do you have an eye for taking photos? Covenant is looking for a photographer that might be willing to donate a few hours a month to help us capture some photos that convey the heart of our community. If you are interested, please talk to the Covenant Office at office@cpcboise.org

Movement Ensemble

"O magnify the Lord with me, and let us exalt his name together!"

Would you like to enlarge worship through movement and dance? Join us! We'll be meeting on Sundays in January, 11:45-12:30, to begin choreography on offerings for Palm Sunday and beyond. Contact Dana Chamberlain

208-412-9063 for more information.

Deacon Visitations

Would you like a visit from the Deacons or know someone that would like one? Please let Phil Ruebel or Chris Zimmer know.

Are you willing to assist Phil and Chris with visiting members who are unable to attend a service? Contact them with interest or questions about what this would involve at philruebel@gmail.com or ctzimmer@gmail.com.

Weekly Pastor's Bible Study - In-Person and Livestreamed on Zoom

We will be studying the scripture for the upcoming Sunday morning. You can join these meetings every Wednesday at 10:00am in person or on zoom here:

https://us06web.zoom.us/j/87109279902

Men's Tuesday Evening Bible Study

The Men’s Tuesday Night Bible Study will begin a guided inquiry of the Letter to the Hebrews starting January 20. Contact Doug McAbee (gotpyruvate@gmail.com) for additional information.

Women’s Bible Study

Women’s Bible study is excited to invite you to explore what it means to be Women of the Covenant.

It is in our name of Covenant Presbyterian Church, but what does it mean? We will look at the lives of Abraham, Sarah, Hagar, Ishmael, Isaac, and Jacob, and understand more deeply God‘s commitment to us.

We meet Tuesdays from 1-2:30.

For more information, contact Kay Grant at 208-571-6792.

Men's Thursday Morning Bible Study

The Men's Thursday morning Bible study meets at 8am. Fred Ritsema is leading us through the book of Acts.

Looking forward to seeing you...invite a friend!

Contact Tim Brekke at tim.brekke@gmail.com with any questions.

Introduction to the Book of Revelation

Sundays in January at 9:30am in the Van Wyk room.

The Second class of the Book of Revelation was last Sunday. If you missed it, you can find the link to the zoom recording here.

This week we ask participants to read Revelation 8:1-17 before the class.

A Conversation on Christian Ethics

led by Dr. Joseph Bankard of Northwest Nazarene University

February 8th at 9:30am in the Van Wyk room

Dr. Joseph Bankard is a professor of philosophy at Northwest Nazarene University. His research is focused primarily on the interdisciplinary dialogue taking place between science, religion and morality. He is the author of Universal Morality Reconsidered: The Concept of God.

You can find more information about Dr. Bankard here.

Bema Small Group

The BEMA discussion group will be meeting on Jan 28 at 7pm in the Van Wyk room. We will be discussing episodes 25 (A Kingdom of What?) and 26 (Images of the Desert - Shepherd), which can be found:

https://www.bemadiscipleship.com/25

https://www.bemadiscipleship.com/26

Or on Itunes, Spotify or any other podcast app.

We will meet at the church. If you want to join but can't come to the church, please let Tracy know so we will have our Zoom meeting running:

https://us06web.zoom.us/j/85005177504?pwd=LfkjpPrPfzSpiGal0k5wjejn0HrlYE.1

Please contact Tracy Sauerwein (tracysauerwein@gmail.com) with any questions.

SMALL GROUP SOCIALS

You want to meet others in our church? Here's an opportunity you will want to sign up for. Starting on Sunday, January 11, there will be a signup in the Connection Center for the next round of small group socials, to be held sometime during February or March. Six to eight people will be grouped to meet and have a dinner out, dessert at a home, or whatever the group decides. Every few months there will be signups to join another group. See Doug at the Connection Center if you want further information.

Book Club

Book Club will continue on Thursday, February 19th at 10:00am. We will be discussing the book Nickel and Dimed by Barbara Ehrenreich.

In this book, Barbara Ehrenreich details her undercover experience working low-wage jobs to expose the struggles of the working poor in the U.S. She worked as a waitress, hotel maid, house cleaner, and Walmart associate, discovering that it's nearly impossible to survive on minimum wage, often requiring multiple jobs and leaving no room for unexpected expenses like medical care. The book became a classic of undercover journalism, revealing the harsh realities, anxiety, and surprising generosity of low-wage America.

New readers are always welcomed and encouraged!

Covenant Library

Covenant’s church library has many books related to Advent and Christmas. They are located in the different sections, such as, church resources, devotions, Bible study, family and inspiration. Some of the church section books tell the stories behind hymns that we sing this time of year. Knowing those stories might enhance the meaning of the familiar words. After the holiday celebrations, you might want to select a new devotional book or read an inspirational story to assist getting through the winter and post-holiday time.

Some books to consider: The History of Hymn Singing as Told Through One Hundred & One Famous Hymns in the Church Resources section; How Sweet the Sound: The Power and Promise of 30 Beloved Hymns by Laura L. Smith and Holiness in Hidden Places by Joni Earaeckson Tada are in the inspiration section.

Women's Fellowship

Please join us on Thursday, February 12th at 10:00am in the foyer for a time of fellowship and devotion. All are invited. Hope to see you there! Contact Julie Byers at julie@boisemagic.com or Janie Zimmerman at Jzimm4214@yahoo.com if you have any questions.

Men's Monthly Fellowship

Join us on Tuesday, February 3rd at 9:00am for Christian fellowship, discipleship, coffee and donuts.

Food Pantry Needs

The food pantry is currently currently in need of disinfectant wipes, Comet, glass cleaner, and multi-purpose spray. We appreciate everyone’s help in keeping our food pantry stocked.

Love Packages

We have already sent 124 books to Love Packages for distribution to poor Christians. Please put the Christian non-fiction books, CDs, & DVDs that you want to contribute in the wicker basket by the Connections Center.

Prayer Team

Our prayer team meets every Tuesday morning at 10:00am in the prayer room. If you would like to be added to our weekly prayer email, contact our prayer team at prayer@cpcboise.org.