Studies, Groups
& Classes
Studies, Groups,
& Classes
Women
Lamplighters
Begins September 4
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 2024-2025 study is “What’s Next?…Acts.”
Meets:
Wednesday: 9:45 a.m. – Covenant
Monday: 6:30 p.m. – Covenant
Monday: 7:00 p.m. – Hybrid
Thursday: 9:15 a.m. – Cedar Park
Contact: Shannon Knisely
Register: lamplightersbiblestudy.com
Women's Monthly Bible Study
Begins September 4
Monthly Women’s Bible Study meets in small groups for scripture study, fellowship, prayer, and mission. This is a great introduction to those new to Bible study or for busy women who are looking for a prayerful community. Meeting times and formats vary to accommodate the needs of women in all stages of life. The 2024-2025 study is “Let Justice Roll Down: God’s Call to Care for Neighbors and All Creation”. The study guide is available for $12 and is available in regular or large print through the church office.
Meets:
Hannah: 2nd Tuesday, 9:30-11:00 am, SA 114
Northwest Hills: 1st Wednesday, 6:30-8 p.m., Northwest hills homes
Sarah Elizabeth: 2nd Thursdays, 9:30-11:30 am, CO 208
Deborah: 2nd Thursdays, 11:45 am-1:15 pm, CO 108 & hybrid
Lydia: 2nd Thursdays, 7-8:30 pm, virtual
Contact: Susan Holman
Monthly Women's Lunch Bunch
Begins August 1
Monthly BYO lunch study featuring fellowship, prayer, and discussion.
Meets: 1st Thursdays, noon, FE 104 sitting room
Contact: Maya Moghadam
Moms in the Word
Begins September 4
Moms in the Word falls under the umbrella of Lamplighters, and is a low-pressure weekly Bible study that provides fellowship for young moms with free childcare available. This year’s studies include: “Ruth: Loss, Love, & Legacy” by Kelly Minter and “Unexpected” by Christine Caine.
Meets: Wednesdays, 9:30 a.m., CO 208
Men
Men in the Word
Begins September 5
Weekly men’s study emphasizes building community and living lives guided by scripture. Fellowship begins at 6:00 a.m in FE 200. Announcements and lesson begin at 6:20, followed by small group discussion until 7:30 a.m.
Studying 1 Timothy in the fall.
Meets: Thursdays, 6:00 a.m., FE 200 and virtual
Contact: Mike Barnes
Sunday Night Men's Bible Study
Ongoing
Study and discuss the Bible, using supporting related resources. Fall study is season four of “The Chosen”, including episodic Bible round table discussions.
Meets: Sundays, 5:00 p.m., Covenant Library
Contact: Jack Kern
Downtown Men's Bible Study
Begins September 11
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
Ongoing
Weekly men’s Bible study with an informal structure geared toward rich fellowship.
Meets: Mondays, 6:30 p.m., CO 202
Contact: Gene McKenzie
Fatherhood Sunday School Class
Begins September 8
Fathers of all stages are invited.
Meets: Sundays, 9:30 – 10:30, FE 106
Contact: Chad Grills
Young Adults
Young Adults Brunch
Next brunch September 29
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
Begins September 5
Video lesson and facilitated discussion.
Meets: 1st & 3rd Thursdays, 10:00 am, FE 107
Contact: Beth Daniel
Armchair Travelers
Begins September 5
Monthly travel presentation designed to help you explore the world without leaving your seat.
Meets: 1st Thursdays, 7:00 pm, FE 200 and virtual
Contact: Marv Hackert
VISIONS Presentations
Begins September 17
Monthly presentation featuring a guest speaker and refreshments.
Meets: 3rd Tuesdays, 10:00 a.m., FE 200
Contact: Suzanne McFarlane
Adults
Wednesday Study with Allen Hilton
Begins September 11
Each Wednesday, September 11 through November 20 we’ll gather for a deeper dive into the book of Philippians with Dr. Allen Hilton, echoing the material from Sunday morning. Dinner available at 5:00 p.m.
Meets: Wednesdays, 6:15 p.m., FE 200
Contact: Allen Hilton
Taproom Theology
Begins September 11
This will be an encore of our early evening study in a casual, off-campus environment. Each Wednesday, September 11 through November 20 we’ll gather for a deeper dive into the book of Philippians with Dr. Allen Hilton, echoing the material from Sunday morning. Gather for dinner at 7:00 p.m.
Meets: Wednesdays, 7:45 p.m., 5280 Burgers and Taphouse
Contact: Allen Hilton
Faith, Community, and the Word
Ongoing
This fall, the Faith, Community & the Word Sunday class will continue a multi-week study of the Enneagram. The Enneagram is an ancient Christian tool for exploring our relationship with God, a tool which has become very popular with Christians in recent years. The class will be using the book “Mirror for the Soul: A Christian Guide to the Enneagram” by Alice Fryling. Paper and Kindle versions are available on Amazon, so feel free to order now.
Meets: Sundays, 9:30 a.m., FE 121
Contact: Royce Poinsett
Early Word Bible Discussion Class
Ongoing
Read and discuss the sermon discussion guide on the sermon preached the week before and the scripture that will be preached in worship the morning of the class.
Meets: Sundays, 8:30 a.m., CO 208
Contact: John Fincher
Koinonia Sunday School Class
Ongoing
Read and discuss books that explore a variety of Christian topics. First Sunday of the month devoted to a previous Covenant sermon.
Meets: Sundays, 9:30 a.m., FE 107
Contact: Michele Keeler
Wednesday Morning Prayer
Begins September 4
A weekly 30-minute time of prayer guided by the upcoming Sunday’s Revised Common Lectionary readings.
Meets: Wednesdays, 9–9:30 a.m., Virtual
Contact: Don Davis
Parents of Teens Book Study
Begins August 18
Read various books, drop-in at anytime.
Meets: 1st & 3rd Sundays, 9:30 a.m., FE 104
Contact: Shannon Aycock
Empty Nesters Sunday School Class
Ongoing
For married couples in their 40s/50s/60s who are approaching or already enjoying the empty nest stage of life. This class will provide opportunities for fellowship, book study, and Bible study as we pivot to the second half of marriage.
Leaders are Bethany & Frank Leffingwell, Debbie & Heath Esterak.
Meets: Sundays at 11:00 a.m., FE 107
Contact: Bethany Leffingwell
Mission 101
Begins October 6
This 4 week course will focus on basic Mission principles and is for those who were unable to attend the spring course.
Meets: October 6, 13, 20, 21 at 11:00 a.m., FE 100 Chapel
Contact: Whitney Bell
Pickleball
Begins August 22
Join us for fellowship through pickleball. All ages, all skill levels, relaxed rules, learn how to play, ease back into fi tness, or have a rousing round of play with some of our best. Nets, balls, paddles and music provided.
Meets: Thursdays, 6:00 – 9:00 p.m., FEB 4th floor Gym
Contact: Gina Lento, Maria Raper
Support
Walking the Mourner's Path
A Christ-centered, spiritually-directed grief support group for those mourning the death of a loved one and experiencing the pain of loss and the challenges of grief.
Fall Session
Thursdays: September 26 — November 21, 2024 | 6:30 – 8:00 p.m., Sanctuary Parlor
Winter Session
Saturdays: January 18 – March 8, 2025 | 10:00 – 11:30 a.m.
Contact: Jana Harrison