Covenant Connections

April 2, 2026

It Is All About Love

Today, on Maundy Thursday, we return to the table where Jesus offered his mandatum—the sacred call to love.

A love shaped by his own hands and heart: generous, unguarded, sacrifical, and alive with grace.

St. Paul tells us that among faith, hope, and love, only one stands as the greatest—and it is love.

We are all apprentices in this divine art.

As Holy Week unfolds, may these services draw you deeper into Christ’s fullness, and may you continue to grow into the radiant measure of His love.

You are loved,

+ Pastor Kevin

PS - We are SO pleased to be receiving 21 new members into the life of Covenant this Sunday during our two worship services. You can read their short biographies here!

Sunday, April 5, 2026

Sermon: "Living In a New Reality"

Rev. Dr. Kevin Starcher

Scripture Readings:

Psalm 46

Matthew 28:1-10

Musical Selections:

GtG #245 - Christ the Lord Is Risen Today

https://youtu.be/r9a41CvVEHw?si=HONdBk7NviV2M8ZF

In Christ Alone

https://youtu.be/rn9-UNer6MQ?si=lpZxDT3dWtsJSYzr

This Is Amazing Grace

https://youtu.be/rjXjkbODrro?si=jucL3Y2GxFUa2PmD

Summer Interns

Last year we had so much success with our camps that our church decided to work towards hiring interns for the summer. We are thrilled to be able to offer positions for up to two full time interns this summer. It is our hope that this not only helps us to create the best experience for camp ministries and Sunday School, but also helps us to raise up future leaders for service. Do you know any young people that are interested in serving children and youth within the church? We are now accepting applications for our summer interns. Let's pray that God leads the right folks to see this opportunity and to join us in this journey!

For those interested, click here for the internship description.

Opening Hearts, Opening Doors

Building Project Celebration

Please mark your calendars for an all church celebration of our history and kick off event for our upcoming building project. A luncheon will be held Sunday April 19th directly following the 10:30 service at Frontier Elementary. Save the date for this exciting event!

So we can get an count to give to the caterers, please sign up at the board in the foyer.

Genesis Community Health 25th Anniversary Gala

Date: Thursday April 30th, 2026

Time: 6:30 PM – 8:30 PM

Location: Galaxay Event Center

1385 S Blue Marlin Ln Meridian ID 83642

What to expect at the Genesis Gala

An excellent hosted dinner with friends and fellow community leaders
Powerful stories of lives changed through Genesis care
A live, mission-driven paddle raise, an opportunity to take immediate action and make a lasting impact
A reflection on 25 years of faithfulness and a clear vision for what’s next.

Want to purchase tickets? Register here: 25th Anniversary Gala & Auction 2026

Prayer Walk

Beginning April 5, 2026, Gregg Turner will be hosting a Prayer Walk from 9:30am to 10:15am. Please contact Gregg Turner at gturner0812@gmail.com or just SHOW Up!! More Details to come.

Here is what C.S. Lewis says about Prayer Walking.

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/4918043756?pwd=QWE5QjlMLy9rWnVzU2xDZGdKUGo2QT09

Men's Tuesday Evening Bible Study

The Men’s Tuesday Night Bible Study will resume on March 31 with an 8-week study on the Sermon on the Mount (Matthew 5-7) using resources from the Bible Project. Meetings will be held Tuesdays, 7:00-8:15 pm, Room 7. Contact Doug McAbee (mcabeed@iCloud.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.

The Three Marys

Sunday, March 22nd, 29th and April 12th at 9:30am; taught by Marcia Muir

Preparing to teach a class about three women in the Bible I found I was engaged in a deeply meaningful look at the accounts of the death, burial, and resurrection of Jesus. I pondered the Marys’ presence at these events and I was drawn in, seeing through their eyes and being amazed at the actions of these faithful women who walked with Jesus. Join me to spend some time this Lenten season traveling the days leading up to Easter in the company of the Marys.

Bema Small Group

The BEMA discussion group will be meeting on Wednesday, April 8 at 7pm in the Van Wyk room. We will be discussing episodes 41 (The Story Behind the Story) and 42 (The Fire of Elijah), which can be found:

https://www.bemadiscipleship.com/41

https://www.bemadiscipleship.com/42

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.

Book Club

Book Club will continue on Thursday, April 16th at 10:00am. We will be discussing the book Vera Wong's Unsolicited Advice for Murderers by Jesse Sutanto.

Vera Wong's Unsolicited Advice for Murderers by Jesse Q. Sutanto is a cozy mystery about a lonely, widowed tea shop owner in San Francisco's Chinatown who finds a dead body in her shop and decides to solve the murder herself, taking a flash drive from the victim and watching her customers for clues. The book is known for its humor, heartwarming "found family" elements, and quirky characters, blending a traditional whodunit with a story about connection and loneliness.

New readers are always welcomed and encouraged!

Covenant Library

For the Love by Jen Hatmaker was written to "fight for Grace in a world of impossible standard." Some of her main topics are: your very own self; all these people who live in your house; friends, neighbors, strangers and enemies; and church, church people, not-church people, and God. The author discusses common life challenges with helpful reflection and humor. This book is in the "M" section for Men and Women issues in the church library room.

Here is a list of our current books in the library.

Women's Fellowship

Please join us on Thursday, April 9th 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, April 7th at 9:00am for Christian fellowship, discipleship, coffee and donuts.

Food Pantry Needs

The food pantry is not currentlyin need of anything. We appreciate everyone’s help in keeping our food pantry stocked.

Love Packages

We have sent 381 books to Love Packages for distribution to poor Christians. Please put your new or used 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.