Welcome back to the School Year! Please read Ephesians 6:10-20 to prepare for the sermon
Hello Community Covenant Church of Goleta!
This Sunday, we joyfully wrap up our summer series on prayer! Join us for a meaningful conversation about bringing our cries to God and discovering the hope, comfort, and strength we find in His presence.
There are so many dimensions to prayer, but one of the highest forms is continual prayer. So for our final dive into prayer, we head back into the deep end of the pool to explore non-stop praying.
We also want to welcome all our kids and students back to school as the new year began this Wednesday! We're praying for a year filled with growth, friendship, discovery, and joy. To all our parents: may God give you patience, wisdom, and grace as your families settle into new rhythms. And to our kids and students: remember that God goes with you into every classroom, friendship, challenge, and opportunity. Your church family is cheering you on!
There is so much happening at Community Covenant Church this summer, and we'd love for you to be part of it. Take a look at the opportunities below and join us with joyful hearts as we worship the God who faithfully leads, guides, and transforms His people.
LIFE AT COMMUNITY COVENANT
☕️Sunday Fellowship!☕️
Looking for the perfect way to connect after church? Join us on the patio for food and great conversation! It's a wonderful way to unwind and build relationships in a warm, welcoming environment with friends-both old and new. ?
August is when we give our wonderful Hospitality Team a little break so there won't be the same wonderful spread on the tables. But the coffee and a small assortment of treats will be there to encourage you to stick around and meet new people!
____________________________ Let's come together and enjoy the gift of fellowship. ???
Men's Journey Groups | August 25
A new season of abiding is about to begin! Join us on the Journey-and invite a friend! Choose the group that works best for you:
Tuesday mornings beginning August 25 6:15 AM in the Media Room Wednesday evenings beginning September 2 6:30 PM (Room TBD)
Ready to deepen your faith and build meaningful friendships? Life Groups are where it happens!
Life Groups are the heartbeat of our church-a place to grow in community, explore God's Word, pray for one another, and share real life together. Whether you're new to our church or have been here for years, there's a group for you!
? Life Groups begin the week of Sunday, September 13.
What to Expect:
Meaningful fellowship
Encouraging prayer
Engaging Bible discussions based on the Sunday sermon
Opportunities to build lasting relationships
Exploring the Christian Heritage Classes on Monday (Open to All!) Last Class of the Series!
Classes are meeting from 7:00-8:30pm on Mondays in the Sanctuary. During these sessions, Pastor Eric is exploring the history, people, and significance of many of the places we'll be visiting on this Fall's tour, helping bring the tour to life before we even depart and giving those that can't go a chance to share the experience. They are being live-streamed and recorded so you can catch up if you missed a class.
Everyone is welcome to attend even if you are not going on the tour! These classes will be especially meaningful for those traveling with the group.
We look forward to learning together as we prepare for this unforgettable journey!
Our Kids Need You!
Help Invest in the Next Generation
Our Kids Ministry is more than childcare-it's an opportunity to help children know they are loved by God, grow in their faith, and discover what it means to follow Jesus.
Some of our faithful teachers are navigating circumstances that will keep them from serving for a season, and we need others to step in and help fill the gaps. If you have a heart for children and can serve one Sunday a month-or even just one Sunday-we would love to have you join us.
Come help us invest in the next generation. You will be blessed by the experience-and we have GREAT kids!
FREE BOOKS!
Besides loaning books from our library for anyone interested, we now have books available that you can keep! Thanks to several generous donations, we have a selection of books on a table in the Fireside Room that you are free to take. Just ask at the Welcome Desk on Sunday and we will be glad to show you the Library!
If you have a Christian book in good condition that you would like to add to the donation table, please fill out a connect card to arrange a drop-off.
? Build Your Own Christian Library Now! ?
? You Don't Have to Carry It Alone ?
Life can be beautiful, but it can also be heavy. Whether you're celebrating an answered prayer, facing a difficult season, carrying a burden, or simply needing encouragement, we want you to know that you are not alone.
At Community Covenant Church, we believe God hears prayer and that something powerful happens when God's people pray for one another.
Our Prayer Team is available after every service and would be honored to pray with you-whether your request feels big, small, or somewhere in between. No judgment. No pressure. Just people who care and want to seek God alongside you.
Can't stay after service? You can also submit a prayer request using the Prayer Request Tool below. Every request is received with care, prayed over faithfully, and treated with appropriate confidentiality.
Whatever you're carrying today, don't carry it by yourself. Let us pray with you.
