Studies & Classes

Studies and Classes

A significant practice in following Jesus is learning to better understand God’s good purposes for us and the world we inhabit. We offer various studies and classes to help one another learn about God, ourselves and the world God calls us to love and serve. Scroll down to find out which groups and classes will meet virtually.

Women

Lamplighters

Lamplighters combines an individual inductive study with a weekly podcast, small group discussion, and prayerful fellowship. We remain rooted in God’s Word and connected to one another as we seek to grow as followers of Jesus Christ. 

The 2022-2023 study is “Addressing God, a Study of Psalms”. 

Meets:
Monday, 7pm, Virtual
Wednesday, 10am, Covenant
Wednesday, 6pm, Virtual
Thursday, 9:15am, Cedar Park
Thursday, noon, Covenant

Contact: Shannon Knisely

Register: lamplightersbiblestudy.com

Women's Monthly Bible Study

Small groups meet once a month September – May for scripture study, fellowship, prayer and mission.  With a well-written guide, this is a great introduction to those new to Bible study. Meeting times and formats vary to accommodate the needs of women in all stages of life. New members/visitors are welcomed at any time during the year. Come join us.

The 2022-2023 topic is:  Celebrating Sabbath: Accepting God’s Gift of Rest and Delight 

Meets:
2nd Tuesday, 10-11:30 am, SA 114
2nd Thursday, 9:30-11:30 am, CO 208 and hybrid
2nd Thursday, Noon-1:15 pm, CO 108 and hybrid
2nd Thursday 7-8:30 pm, virtual

Contact: Susan Holman

Monthly Women's Lunch Bunch

Monthly BYO lunch study featuring fellowship, prayer, and discussion.

Meets: 3rd Thursdays, noon, FE 107

Contact: Jill Jacobs-Tunks

MoMs Group

Monthly mom’s group meetup offering fellowship, support, and advice. 

Meets: 2nd Wednesdays, 9:30–11:30 a.m., Sanctuary Parlor

Contact: Emily Ross

Prayer Shawl Ministry

“Wrapping God’s love around those in need”

Spend time with other women knitting or crocheting prayer shawls for those in need due to illness or loss. All shawls are made with prayers and blessings from start to finish and are presented to Covenant families/friends and distributed at Dell Children’s Hospital. All are welcome to join as there is teaching every meeting for novices.

Meets: 3rd Tuesdays, 1:30 p.m., SA 114

Contact: Nancy Bissell

Moms in the Word

A low-pressure Bible study for young moms seeking to grow in their knowledge of the Bible and meet other women. Small groups discuss a weekly Bible passage and enjoy fellowship and support from other moms.

2022-2023 study is Better (a study of Hebrews) by Jen Wilkin. 

Meets: Wednesdays, 9:30 a.m., CO 202

Contact: Med Luckett

Men

Men in the Word

Weekly men’s study emphasizes building community and living lives guided by scripture. 

This year’s study is the Psalms.

Meets: Thursdays, 6:00 a.m., FE 200 and virtual

Contact: Harold Skaggs

Sunday Night Men's Bible Study

Weekly on-campus men’s study. 

The fall study is “The Chosen” by Chaim Potok. 

Meets: Sundays, 5:00 p.m., Covenant Library  

Contact: Jack Kern

Downtown Men's Bible Study

Men’s lunch, fellowship, and lively discussion.  

$20, RSVP required.

Meets: 2nd & 4th Wednesdays, 11:30 a.m., Headliners Club 

Contact: Maureen Crawley

Andrew Hawkins Men’s Bible Study​

Weekly men’s Bible study with an informal structure geared toward rich fellowship.

Meets: Mondays, 6:30 p.m., FE 102

Contact: Gene McKenzie

Young Adults

Young Adults Brunch​

Monthly brunch for young adults held at rotating homes near Covenant.

Meets: 4th Sundays, 12:15 p.m.

Contact: Kathryn Sedberry

Senior Adults

Kairos Class

Video lesson and facilitated discussion 

Meets: 1st & 3rd Thursdays, 10 a.m., FE 109  

Contact: Beth Daniel

Armchair Travelers​

Monthly travel presentation designed to help you explore the world without leaving your seat. 

Meets: 1st Thursdays, 7 p.m., FE 200 and virtual

Contact: Marv Hackert

VISIONS Presentations

Monthly presentation featuring a guest speaker and refreshments.

Meets: 3rd Tuesdays, 10 a.m., FE 200

Contact: Suzanne McFarlane

Adults

Early Word Bible Discussion Class

Read and discuss scripture preached in worship that morning.

Meets: Sundays, 8:15 a.m., CO 202  

Contact: John Fincher

Koinonia Sunday School Class

Discuss the sermon and books that explore contemporary issues of the Bible. 

Meets: Sundays, 9:30 a.m., FE 107

Contact: Michele Keeler

Wednesday Morning Prayer

Weekly 30-minute time of prayer following reading the four texts for the coming Sunday from the Revised Common Lectionary.

Meets: Wednesdays, 9–9:30 a.m., Virtual

Contact: Don Davis

Support

Walking the Mourner's Path

Christ-centered, spiritually-directed grief support group for those  mourning the death of a loved one and experiencing the pain of grief.

Meets: Thursdays: September 28 — November 16, 2023  |  6:30 – 8:00 pm, Parlor 

Contact: Jana Harrison