August

Wait. How is it almost time to start school? I'm sure your household is like mine - equal parts excited and over it.


As with all returns to the school year and schedules and routine, there's a lot going on. So... check out the dates and information below.


As always, reach out with whatever questions you might have.


In Christ,


Pastor Allison Yankey

pastorallison@covenantumc.net


UPCOMING EVENTS

Fall Kick Off

August 23, 2026


5:30 - 5:45 PM: 6th grade only

5:45 - 6:30 PM: Middle School


6:30 - 7 PM: Dinner for MS & HS


7 - 8 PM: High School


Drop off and pick up at door #2. I'll meet our 6th graders at door #2. The rest of y'all know what to do!


Worship & Picnic in the Park

August 16, 2026


8:45 AM: Traditional Worship at Covenant


10:15 AM: Youth meet Pastor Allison at Huntertown Family Park for coffee truck and convo (buy your own drinks - if you want)


11 AM: Blended Worship at Huntertown Family Park


12 PM: Picnic (bring a dish to share)



Pulled Together

August 27, 2026


Looking for a night where you don't have to cook? Love it! Buy your tickets soon for our upcoming fundraiser!



Tickets available: August 16th and 23rd


$18 for each dinner


All proceeds go toward a new kitchen stove


Drive-thru only



 

Things to Note

 

Youth Activity Boxes


We get it. Sometimes our youth listen better during worship when their hands are busy. Each week, check the back pew (on the stained glass wall side) for our stack of youth activity boxes.


We've got fidgets, scratch art, friendship bracelet materials, coloring, and more. Just have them return it before they leave!

Permission Slips


It's that time again - time to fill out permission slips!


Our annual permission slips cover ALL our events for the year except for overnights, which will require a specific permission slip for that night.


Download the permission slip below and return to Pastor Allison.

Stay in the Know


While I try to stay on top of monthly email newsletters, sometimes ministry (and life!) gets busy. PLUS, sometimes things come up or last minute reminders are helpful (am I right?!). We utilize the text messaging feature through Constant Contact, and if you've offered your cell phone number, I've got you on our delivery list.


If you notice you're not receiving texts, be sure to check your spam folder in your text messaging system (who knew that existed?) as they often drop in that inbox instead. It's generally coming from (260) 666-3251.


Youth Sunday School


Youth Sunday school kicks off again SHORTLY! (I need to confirm with our teachers to make sure we're all locked and loaded for the year with a new curriculum.)


Youth Sunday school meets Sunday mornings at 9 am in the classroom in the Cove where we meet for youth group (room 405 - blue couches).

Mentors


Incoming 6th grade parents: we're excited to get your students paired with a mentor! Keep an eye out for a mailing soon with more information.


Other parents: if your student does not yet have a mentor but is interested in one, let me know!


The role of mentors is to provide an additional adult in your child's life throughout their middle and high school years. This is someone at the church who knows your child's name, is interested in their success, and will touch base/get together with them from time to time.


Youth Group


Youth Group meets most Sunday nights and follows this format:


5:30 - 6:30 PM: Middle School


6:30 - 7 PM: Community Time

This includes snack, hang out, and time for socializing and connecting.


7 - 8 PM: High School


Fall Kick Off will look slightly different (check out the graphic above), and I'll always post in the calendar if things look different. We'll occasionally offer dinner for the kiddos (like at Fall Kick Off), but generally it's just a snack.

Weekly Schedule

Sunday School

Sunday Mornings


9 - 10 AM

  • Middle & High School
  • Room 405 (Classroom in The Cove)


Youth Group

Sunday Evenings


 5:30 - 7 PM:

  • Middle School Youth Group

 6:30 - 7 PM:

  • MS & HS Community Time

 6:30 - 8 PM:

  • High School Youth Group


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