Church of the Covenant

Seven Reasons Why We Should Not Accept Millions of Years

There is an intensifying controversy in the church all over the world regarding the age of the earth.

Why we will no longer be a welcoming church

We’ve decided to quit being a welcoming church. No kidding. We’re giving it up. Like so many congregations, we’ve sunk an amazing amount of time and energy into becoming a welcoming church. We changed worship styles, trained greeters and ushers, wore name tags, brewed coffee, went to workshops on hospitality and put our friendliest people …

Why Homosexuality Is Not Like Other Sins

Homosexuality is not the only sin prohibited in the Bible, but it is different from all the rest, at least right now. And we have really good news for homosexuals.

Why Words Matter When It Comes to Homosexuality

We can all agree that gaining understanding is at a premium when it comes to the topic of homosexuality. So what are we to make of (the words) “homosexual” and “gay”? Are these two words alike? Are they synonymous in meaning? Perhaps they are. Then again, there are such differences in people’s minds when they …

10 Ways to Be a Welcoming Church to Those With Special Needs

For those willing to welcome those with special needs, how can today’s churches better serve these families? One parent shares some tips.

How Long Should You Stay at Your Church?

With sweat pouring down my cheek, my father said to me: “Put your head down; focus on the path before you. Don’t look to the right or the left. Take your time. Don’t finish quick but finish well.” This is how my dad taught me to mow the lawn. His advice is also relevant to …

The Joy of Generosity: 10 Reasons Christians Should Love to Give

Imagine what Christian outreach might look like if the church wasn’t constrained by a lack of financial resources.

The Evangelical Covenant Church

How a rural community came together to offer hope to families experiencing housing instability.

New Life Presbyterian Church of La Mesa (Surprised by Hatred?

18 “If the world hates you, know that it has hated me before it hated you. 19 If you were of the world, the world would love you as its own; but because you are not of the world, but I chose you out of the world, therefore the world hates you. 20 Remember the word that I said to you: ‘A servant is not greater than his master.’ If they persecuted me, they will also persecute you. If they kept my word…

Why and How Did We Get a Bible with These 66 Books?

What God Put Together, Let No One Separate

As beings in God’s image, we are made to exist in community.

What Is the Conscience? — Covenant Baptist Church

An introduction to the conscience: what is it? how does the Bible talk about it? We consider a definition and its implications for our personal and corporate lives as Christians.

What is God’s covenant for you?

God’s dream for humanity is bigger than the social realities of the day.

What are some misconceptions about covenant theology?

Covenant theology is fulfillment theology, not replacement theology.

Why World of Warcraft’s Covenant systems remain a big choice

How To Make a Pastor-Member Covenant

This covenant service ended with every member standing in agreement to their part of the covenant.

Start your path to financial well-being with the Board of Pensions

The Board of Pensions offers comprehensive benefits to PC(USA) congregations and affiliated employers: medical, retirement, death, disability, and more.

Work toward well-being with new Call to Health challenges

The Board of Pensions offers comprehensive benefits to PC(USA) congregations and affiliated employers: medical, retirement, death, disability, and more.

What if the Church Was the Church?

What does it look like to be the salt of the earth? For one thing, it might look like Christians welcoming sinners and eating with them.

What if Churches Started Churches?

Good churches should add “church starting” to the list of ingredients that define their health.