Most Christians want to grow.

We want to know God more deeply, understand His will more clearly, recognize His leading, and live with greater confidence and faithfulness. But sometimes we reach a place where we are not quite sure what the next step looks like.

This fall, Covenant Church is offering a study that has helped generations of Christians take that next step.

Beginning Wednesday, September 9 at 6:00 PM, Pastor Mel will lead a 10–12 week study of Experiencing God: Knowing and Doing the Will of God by Henry Blackaby, Richard Blackaby, Mike Blackaby, and Claude King.

Experiencing God has become one of the most influential discipleship studies of the last several decades. Its central invitation is simple but challenging: rather than asking God to bless the plans we have already made, we learn to recognize where God is already at work and respond to His invitation to join Him there. The current edition is designed as a 12-session study with Scripture, personal study between meetings, and video teaching.

From Knowing About God to Knowing God
There is an important difference between knowing things about God and learning to walk closely with God.

We can attend worship, read Scripture, serve in the church, and accumulate a great deal of biblical knowledge—and all of those things are good. But the Christian life is ultimately a relationship with the living God.

Experiencing God begins there.
The study emphasizes growing in an intimate relationship with God, learning to recognize His activity, listening for His voice through Scripture and the work of the Holy Spirit, and responding obediently when God invites us to participate in what He is doing.

That makes this study especially helpful if you find yourself asking questions such as:
How do I know where God is leading me?
How can I recognize what God is doing around me?
What does it actually mean to hear and respond to God?
How do I move from simply believing in God to actively joining Him in His work?

A Study That Asks Something of You
This is not simply a class where you come, listen, and go home unchanged.
One of the strengths of Experiencing God is that it challenges us to put what we are learning into practice.

The study is built around what Blackaby calls the Seven Realities of Experiencing God. Among them are the conviction that God is always at work around us, that He invites us into a relationship through which He reveals what He is doing, and that His invitation often brings us to a crisis of belief requiring faith and action. Responding to God may require real adjustments in our priorities, plans, habits, or assumptions.

In other words, this study is not primarily about gaining another set of ideas.
It is about learning to notice, trust, and respond to God.

Where Are You in Your Walk With Christ?
Perhaps you are relatively new to following Jesus and want to build a strong foundation for your Christian life.

Perhaps you have followed Christ for many years, but your faith has begun to feel predictable or routine.

Maybe you sense that God is calling you toward something more, but you are unsure how to discern what that might be.

Or perhaps you are already actively serving and simply want to become more attentive to God's leadership rather than relying on your own plans and abilities.

Experiencing God can be valuable at each of those places.

It is especially well suited for someone who is ready to say, “I don't simply want to know more. I want to grow.”

Worship Deeply. Grow Boldly. Live Sent.
This study also connects beautifully with the kind of disciples Covenant Church is seeking to form.

We Worship Deeply as we come to know God not merely as an idea, but as the living God who loves us and invites us into relationship.

We Grow Boldly as we learn to trust His voice, respond in faith, and make whatever adjustments obedience may require.

And we Live Sent as we begin to recognize where God is already working in the people, relationships, workplaces, neighborhoods, and opportunities around us—and join Him there.

The goal is not simply to complete another Bible study.

The goal is to become more attentive and obedient disciples of Jesus.

Take the Next Step
If you have been looking for an opportunity to go deeper in your Christian life, this may be the study for you.

Experiencing God
Led by Pastor Mel
Beginning Wednesday, September 9
6:00 PM
10–12 weeks

Come ready to study Scripture, ask good questions, listen for God's leading, and take a meaningful next step in your life with Christ.

You may discover that the question is not simply, “What does God want me to do?”

The better question may be:
“Where is God already at work—and how is He inviting me to join Him?”

Church life happens in many places.

It happens on Sunday morning in worship, around tables in Bible study, in ministry teams, at special events, through prayer, and in the conversations and relationships that continue throughout the week.

The Covenant Church app is designed to help keep all of those pieces connected.
If you have not downloaded the app yet—or if you downloaded it but haven’t explored everything it can do—we encourage you to take a few minutes to get connected.

More Than Another App
Most of us probably have enough apps on our phones already. So the goal isn’t simply to add another icon to your screen.

The Covenant Church app gives you one convenient place to stay connected with the worship, discipleship, prayer, events, and community life of the church.

Through the app, you can watch or listen to sermons, see upcoming events, register for activities, read church news, submit prayer requests, give online, use the Bible, take sermon notes, and communicate with ministry groups and teams.

That means when you wonder, What time was that event? Where do I sign up? What was Sunday’s sermon about? How do I send in a prayer request?—the answer may already be right in your pocket.

Stay Up to Date
One of the simplest benefits of the app is helping you know what is happening at Covenant.

The Events Calendar lets you see upcoming services, studies, gatherings, and special events, and in many cases you can register directly through the app. Church news and announcements are also available there, so you can catch up even if you missed something on Sunday.

We especially encourage you to allow push notifications. Those notifications give us a simple way to share timely reminders and important updates without depending on everyone seeing an email or social media post.

Take Worship and Scripture With You
The app also helps the life of worship continue beyond Sunday morning.

You can watch or listen to previous sermons and services, read or listen to Scripture, explore reading plans, and take sermon notes right from your phone. The app can even allow you to resume an audio Bible or sermon where you previously stopped.

Maybe you want to revisit something from Sunday’s message during the week. Maybe you missed worship while traveling. Maybe you simply want Scripture available during a quiet moment in your day.

The app makes those resources easy to find.
Pray and Stay Connected With Others
Church is not simply information—it is relationship.

Through the app, you can submit a prayer request and indicate whether you would like it shared only with the pastors or with the larger prayer team. You can also join messaging groups for ministries, classes, and teams you are part of.

Those may seem like small conveniences, but they help us remain connected to one another throughout the week.

When someone needs prayer, when a ministry team needs to communicate, or when a group needs to share an update, the app can help make those connections easier.

How to Download and Install the Covenant Church App
Getting started only takes a few minutes.
If you use an Apple iPhone or iPad:

1. Open the App Store on your device.
2. In the search bar, type Covenant Church LaGrange. Be sure to include LaGrange so you find the correct church app.
3. Tap Get to download the app. You may be asked for your Apple ID password or to use Face ID or Touch ID.
4. Once the app is installed, tap the app icon to open it.

If you use an Android phone or tablet:

1. Open the Google Play Store.
2. Search for Covenant Church LaGrange. Again, be sure to include LaGrange.
3. Tap Install.
4. Once installation is complete, tap the app icon to open it.
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Don’t Forget to Sign In
After you install the app, there is one more important step: create an account and sign in.
You will be asked to enter your name, a valid email address, and a password. Your email address needs to be valid because you will be asked to confirm it.

Signing in is important because it helps unlock the more personal and interactive parts of the app—things like messaging groups, prayer requests, registrations, profile information, giving tools, and other features connected to your account. The app’s profile area also allows you to manage contact information and giving details.

So if you have already downloaded the app but have never signed in, take a moment to do that. It will help you get much more out of the app.

One Simple Way to Participate More Fully
Our hope is not simply that more people will download the Covenant app.
Our hope is that it becomes a useful tool that helps us participate more fully in the life God is building among us.
It can help us stay connected to worship.
It can help us find opportunities to grow.
It can help us pray for one another.
It can help us discover ways to serve.
And it can keep us connected to the life of the church throughout the week.

That fits naturally with who we are seeking to become together:
Worship Deeply. Grow Boldly. Live Sent.

Ready to Get Connected?
If you haven’t downloaded the app yet, this is a great time to start.

Search for Covenant Church LaGrange, install the app, create your account, sign in, and take a few minutes to explore.

If you already have the app, open it this week and make sure you are signed in—and while you are there, try a feature you have not used before.

Stay informed. Stay involved. Stay connected—wherever the week takes you.

As summer begins to give way to fall, life at Covenant Church is moving into a season filled with opportunities to worship, grow, serve, celebrate, and simply enjoy being together.
Some of these gatherings are deeply spiritual. Others are wonderfully simple. Some will help us grow in faith, some will help us build friendships, and some will give us new ways to serve our neighbors.

Taken together, they reflect something important about who we want to be as a church: a community that Worships Deeply, Grows Boldly, and Lives Sent.

Growing Together
One of the gifts of church life is having places where relationships can deepen beyond Sunday morning.

This fall, our Youth Mystery Trip (Sunday, September 13 ) will give students a full day of fun, surprises, adventure, and friendship. The day begins with a meal together at the church before heading out for destinations that remain part of the mystery. It is designed to be the kind of experience where students can laugh, make memories, and get to know one another in a relaxed setting.

Our monthly Movie Nights will also continue, providing an easy way to gather with friends and neighbors. On Friday, September 25, from 7:00–9:15 PM, we will watch The Forge, a faith-centered story about discipleship, mentoring, purpose, and becoming the person God is calling us to be. Popcorn and drinks will be provided.

These kinds of gatherings may seem simple, but they matter. Friendship, trust, and community are often built in ordinary moments—around a table, over a bowl of popcorn, or in the middle of an unexpected adventure.

Serving Our Community
Fall will also bring opportunities to put our faith into action.

Our Community Yard Sale (October 11, 8:00 to 1:00) is one of those opportunities. People can participate by reserving a space and selling items, coming out to shop and meet neighbors, or donating useful unsold items to help support the Joy Center in eastern Kentucky.

It is a practical expression of Live Sent: using something as ordinary as a yard sale to create connections, welcome our community onto the church campus, and help bless people beyond our own congregation.

Events like this remind us that mission does not always have to be complicated. Sometimes it begins with opening our doors, sharing what we have, and paying attention to the opportunities God places right in front of us.

Giving Thanks Together
As November approaches, Covenant will gather for one of the warmest traditions of the year: our Thanksgiving Meal on November 8.

There is something deeply Christian about gathering around a table.  Jesus regularly shared meals with people. The early church gathered around tables. Scripture repeatedly connects hospitality, gratitude, fellowship, and generosity.

Our Thanksgiving gathering gives us a chance to slow down, enjoy one another, and remember together the many ways God has been faithful.

Later in the month, our Congregational Meeting on November 15 will give us another opportunity to come together as a church family—not simply to conduct business, but to share responsibility for the ministry and future God has entrusted to us.

Preparing for Christmas
And then, almost before we know it, Advent will arrive.

December at Covenant will once again invite us to slow down and enter the story of Christ’s coming with worship, music, Scripture, and expectation.

On Sunday, December 13 at 10:00 AM, we will gather for a Service of Lessons and Carols, allowing the great story of God’s promise and Christ’s birth to unfold through Scripture and song.

That evening at 5:00 PM, the Covenant Choir will present the Christmas cantata The Ballad of Bethlehem, offering another beautiful opportunity to celebrate the good news of Jesus’ birth through music.

In a season that can so easily become hurried and crowded, these gatherings help us remember what stands at the center of Christmas:
God has come near.

More Than Events
It would be easy to look at all of this simply as a calendar filled with activities.
But church life is about much more than keeping busy.
Each gathering is an opportunity.
An opportunity to invite someone who may be looking for a church home.
An opportunity for a child or teenager to make a new friend.
An opportunity to serve a neighbor.
An opportunity to deepen a relationship.
An opportunity to pause and worship.
An opportunity to remember that we do not follow Jesus alone—we follow him together.

So as we move toward the final months of the year, take a look at what is coming. Choose a few opportunities to participate. Invite someone to come with you. Perhaps try something you have never attended before.

And above all, let us continue learning what it means to be a people who Worship Deeply, Grow Boldly, and Live Sent wherever God leads us next.

Keep up with everything happening at Covenant on our News & Calendar page.

Join us for another Covenant Church Movie Night on Friday, September 25, from 7:00–9:15 PM as we gather to watch The Forge.

Movie Night is a simple and enjoyable way to spend an evening together—good conversation, a meaningful film, and plenty of time to relax with friends old and new. Whether you are part of Covenant Church, bringing a friend, or simply looking for something worthwhile to do on a Friday evening, you are welcome.

The Forge is a faith-centered story about discipleship, purpose, mentoring, and what can happen when someone is challenged to take seriously the person God is calling them to become. It is a film that offers plenty to enjoy, but also plenty to think and talk about afterward.

And, of course, no movie night would be complete without the essentials.
Popcorn and drinks will be provided, so all you need to do is come, find a comfortable seat, and enjoy the evening.

Friday, September 25
7:00–9:15 PM
Covenant Church

Invite a friend, bring someone from the neighborhood, or come and meet a few new people. We would love to have you with us for an enjoyable evening together.

Worship Deeply. Grow Boldly. Live Sent.

The book of Exodus begins with a people in bondage and ends with something far greater than freedom.  It ends with the presence of God dwelling among his people.

That movement is easy to miss. We often remember the dramatic moments: the burning bush, the plagues, the Red Sea, manna in the wilderness, Mount Sinai. But Exodus is not simply the story of God getting Israel out of Egypt. It is the story of God forming a people who would know him, trust him, worship him, and represent him in the world.
In many ways, that same movement is still the Christian journey.

Worship Deeply
God’s first great act in Exodus is grace.
Israel does not rescue itself. God hears their cries, remembers his covenant, sees their suffering, and comes to deliver them. Again and again, the people are reminded that their life with God begins with what God has done for them.

Worship grows out of remembering.

When we forget God’s grace, worship can easily become routine. But when we remember the God who hears, sees, knows, provides, rescues, forgives, and remains present, worship becomes a response of gratitude and wonder.

Deep worship is not simply about singing more passionately. It is learning to recognize that our whole lives are lived in response to the grace of God.

“The Lord is my strength and my might, and he has become my salvation.”
— Exodus 15:2

Grow Boldly
Freedom was not the end of Israel’s journey.  Almost immediately after leaving Egypt, God began teaching his people how to live as free people.

They had to learn to trust when there was no obvious path through the sea. They had to learn to receive daily bread instead of storing up everything they could. They had to learn Sabbath, obedience, patience, community, and trust.

God did not simply change their location. He began changing the people themselves.
That is part of what spiritual growth looks like for us as well.

Grace meets us where we are, but God loves us too much to leave us unchanged. He forms our hearts, reshapes our habits, teaches us to trust, and slowly makes us into people capable of carrying his presence into the world.

Sometimes growth happens through dramatic moments. More often, it happens through the daily practice of listening, trusting, obeying, forgiving, praying, resting, and beginning again.

Live Sent
At Mount Sinai, God tells Israel something remarkable:
“You shall be for me a priestly kingdom and a holy nation.”
— Exodus 19:6

God had rescued them for a purpose.  They were not simply a collection of people who had escaped slavery. They were becoming a people whose life together would reveal something about the character of God.

Before God gave them a message to carry, he was forming them into a people whose lives could bear the weight of that message.

The same is true for the church.

We gather in worship. We grow as disciples. But eventually, everything God is doing within us begins to move outward.

We are sent into homes, workplaces, schools, neighborhoods, friendships, and communities as people learning to carry the presence and character of Christ with us.
Our witness is not only what we say about Jesus. It is also the kind of people we are becoming because we belong to him.

The Journey Continues
Exodus ends with the glory of the Lord filling the tabernacle.  God has brought his people from slavery to freedom, from fear toward trust, from isolation into community, and ultimately into his presence.

But the story is not finished.  Neither is ours.

God continues to invite us into the same rhythm:
Worship Deeply — Remember the God who has rescued us and lives among us.
Grow Boldly — Allow God to form our hearts, habits, and character.
Live Sent — Carry the presence and love of Christ into the places God has already placed us.

Perhaps that is one of the greatest lessons Exodus leaves with us:  God does not merely bring us out of something. He is always leading us toward something—his presence, his purposes, and the kind of life we were created to live.

And the journey continues.

Sell, Shop & Share at Covenant’s Community Yard Sale
October 3 | 8:00 am to 1:00 pm

There is something fun about a good community yard sale. You never know what treasure you might discover, what item you can finally clear out of the garage, or who you might run into along the way.

This fall, Covenant Church is once again opening our parking lot for a Community Yard Sale, and there are several ways you can be part of the day.

Have Some Things to Sell?
If closets, garages, basements, or spare rooms have accumulated a few too many things, this is a great opportunity to turn some of that clutter into cash.

Reserve a space, bring your items, and join other sellers from throughout the community. You keep what you make from your sales, while your space registration helps support the mission of the event.

Seller spaces are available for $10, with a second space available for an additional $5.
Register here to reserve your seller space:  https://covenantchurchlagrange.org/event/r82j5d7/community-yard-sale


Come Find a Treasure
You certainly don’t have to be a seller to participate.

Come out on the day of the sale, walk through the rows of tables, meet some neighbors, and see what treasures are waiting to be discovered. Yard sales are always a little unpredictable—and that is half the fun.

You may come looking for one thing and leave with something you never knew you needed!

Help Us Support the Joy Center
There is also another way this event can make a difference.

At the conclusion of the sale, a trailer will be available to receive donated unsold items for the Joy Center in Big Creek, Kentucky. The Joy Center serves people in one of Kentucky’s Appalachian communities, and these donations provide another opportunity for useful items to continue blessing others rather than simply being discarded. Donations can be accepted until the available trailer space is filled.

So whether you sell something, find something, or give something, we hope you will join us.
A community yard sale may seem like a simple event, but it gives us an opportunity to meet our neighbors, enjoy a day together, and turn ordinary things into opportunities to serve others.

Clean out the closet. Reserve a space. Come hunt for bargains. And help us share with our neighbors in eastern Kentucky.

View the Community Yard Sale event information.

Worship Deeply. Grow Boldly. Live Sent.

Youth Mystery Trip
Date: Sunday, September 13
Time:  11:30am to 5:00 pm

What happens when you gather a group of students, share a meal together, climb aboard without knowing exactly where you’re going, and fill the day with adventures and surprises?
You get the Covenant Youth Mystery Trip!

The fun begins at Covenant Church with a meal together before we set off for a day of adventure. From there, you’ll just have to trust us! There will be plenty of fun, unexpected stops, great surprises, and maybe a few moments when you find yourself wondering, “Where in the world are we going next?”

And that’s part of the fun.

The Mystery Trip is also a great opportunity to spend time with friends and meet some great new ones along the way. Whether you’ve been part of Covenant Youth for years or you’re thinking about joining us for the first time, this is a wonderful day to jump in, laugh together, make some memories, and be part of the community.

Of course, every good mystery adventure requires a little preparation. Be sure to get your list of things to bring with you so you’re ready for whatever the day may hold.

Where are we going? What are we doing? What surprises are waiting?

We’re not telling.

Come along and find out!

Check out the Youth Mystery Trip event page for details.

Register Here:  https://covenantchurchlagrange.org/event/v87rqd9/youth-mystery-trip

A new school year brings a little bit of everything—excitement, new routines, new teachers and classmates, and perhaps a few butterflies along the way. At Covenant Church, we believe moments like these are worth celebrating together.

Our Back to School Bash is an opportunity for children, students, families, and friends from throughout our community to come together for an evening of fun, fellowship, and encouragement as another school year gets underway.

But for us, this is about more than simply having a good time.

One of the things we want every child and young person in our community to know is that they are seen, they are valued, and there are people who are cheering them on. As backpacks are packed and classrooms fill again, we want to surround our students, families, teachers, administrators, and school staff with both encouragement and prayer.
The beginning of a school year can also remind us that God is always at work in new beginnings. Every classroom, hallway, lunch table, athletic field, and school bus becomes a place where kindness can be offered, friendships can grow, and the love of Christ can be lived out in ordinary ways.

So whether Covenant Church is already your church home or you have never visited us before, you are invited. Bring the family, invite some friends, and join us for the Back to School Bash.

We would love the opportunity simply to have some fun together.

Come celebrate the beginning of a new school year with us!

See the Back to School Bash event details and registration here:  https://covenantchurchlagrange.org/event/5vmp7tc/back-to-school-bash 

??️ Vacation Bible School is coming to Covenant Church! ?️?

Get ready for an unforgettable adventure at Rain Forest Falls: Exploring the Nature of God!
Children will discover who God is through exciting Bible stories, music, games, crafts, snacks, and fun with friends as we journey through the rainforest together. Along the way, they'll learn to recognize "God Sightings"—the many ways God is present and at work in everyday life.

? July 13–17
? 6:00–8:30 PM
?? Ages 3 years old through 5th Grade
? Covenant Church, LaGrange

Whether your child has attended VBS before or this will be their first time, we would love for them to join us for this exciting week of faith, friendship, and fun!

? Register today: https://covenantchurchlagrange.org/event/4qhswm5/vacation-bible-school

Feel free to invite your friends, neighbors, and grandchildren. We can't wait to see you at Rain Forest Falls! ????

Join us for a wonderful afternoon of food, fellowship, and community at the Covenant Church Picnic on Sunday, June 14, immediately following worship.

The picnic will be held at the church pavilion, with food being served beginning around noon. In the event of rain, we will simply move the gathering indoors.

Fried chicken and drinks will be provided. If you are able, please bring a side dish and/or dessert to share. We will have picnic tables available, but you may also want to bring a lawn chair for additional seating and comfort.

Feel free to come to worship dressed casually. If you are bringing food, our kitchen staff will be happy to keep dishes hot or cold during the worship service.

One of the great blessings of church life is spending time together around the table. Whether you are a long-time member, a new attendee, or visiting for the first time, we invite you to stay after worship, enjoy a delicious meal, and connect with others in our church family.

Invite a friend and make plans to join us. We look forward to sharing a wonderful afternoon together!

Community Invitation: Juneteenth Celebration Honoring Historic Local Black Churches

Covenant Church is pleased to share an invitation from the Oldham County History Center to attend the 2026 Juneteenth Celebration Banquet, an evening dedicated to honoring the historic local Black churches that have played a vital role in the spiritual, cultural, and civic life of our community.

This event holds special significance for Covenant Church. More than twenty-five years ago, Covenant Church was formed through the merger of LaGrange Methodist Church and Kynette Methodist Church. Kynette was a historic African American congregation in LaGrange, and its faith, witness, and legacy remain an important part of Covenant's story today.

As we celebrate Juneteenth and reflect on the journey toward freedom, justice, and reconciliation, we are grateful for the generations of faithful believers whose ministries helped shape our community and our church family.

Event Details
2026 Juneteenth Celebration Banquet
Honoring Historic Local Black Churches
Date: Saturday, June 20, 2026
Time: 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM (Doors open at 5:30 PM)
Location: City Place Pavilion
112 South First Avenue
LaGrange, KY 40031

The evening will feature:

• Recognition of historic local Black churches
• Presentation of the 2026 Elijah Marrs Achievement Award to Rev. W. H. Craighead (In Memory)
• A panel discussion with local leaders
• Music by the Serenity Singers
• Full buffet and dessert

Cost: $15 per person
Children 10 and under attend free

We encourage members and friends of Covenant Church to consider attending this meaningful community event as we honor the faith, perseverance, and contributions of those who have gone before us and celebrate the rich heritage that continues to shape our community today.

What might happen if we slowed down long enough to remember who we are?

On May 8–9, Covenant Church will gather at Agape’ Wilderness Retreat Center for a special time designed to help us reconnect—with God, with one another, and with the heart of our calling as a church.

This retreat will be led not by pastors, but by people from Covenant—ordinary men and women who are seeking to follow Jesus faithfully in everyday life. That’s part of what makes this experience unique. We’ll be learning from one another, encouraging one another, and growing together.

Throughout the retreat, we will explore the core commitments that shape our life together with:

• Jesus as our Center
• Scripture as our Source
• Faith as our Focus
• Worship as our Passion
• Love as our Life
• People as our Point
• Generosity as our Norm

These are not just ideas—they are the foundation of who we are becoming.

The retreat will include worship, teaching, small group conversations, and time to simply be together. It will also include space to slow down, reflect, and listen.

We’ve made a couple of important adjustments to make this more accessible:

• The retreat will now conclude at 7:30 PM on Saturday
• Multiple accommodation options are available, including overnight stay, sleep or sleeping at home.

This is an opportunity to step out of the noise of everyday life and invest in your spiritual growth and relationships within the church.

The retreat will take place at Agape Wilderness Retreat Center, just 12 miles from Covenant Church in Bedford, Kentucky.

Lodge Accommodation and Meals: $85.50
Cabin Accommodation and Meals: $75.40
Stay overnight at Home and Meals at the Retreat Center: $40.00
Scholarships are available.

We hope you’ll prayerfully consider joining us.  The deadline to sign up is Monday, May 4.

What if understanding the world of Jesus could change the way you hear His words?
When we read the Gospels, it’s easy to hear Jesus through the lens of our own time and place. His teachings can become familiar—comforting, even—but sometimes distant from the realities of everyday life. Yet Jesus did not speak in abstract ideas. He spoke into a real world—one shaped by Roman rule, Jewish expectation, village life, and deeply held beliefs about God and His Kingdom.

This spring, we invite you to step into that world.

Beginning this Thursday at 6:30 PM, we will gather for a six-week Bible study titled Learning the Way of the Kingdom. Together, we will explore key teachings of Jesus—learning to see and hear them as His first followers did.

Each week, we will focus on a specific passage from the Gospels:

• Matthew 4:12–17 — “The Kingdom Is Near”
  Jesus announces the arrival of God’s Kingdom and calls people to reorient their lives around it.
• Matthew 5:1–12 — The Beatitudes
  Jesus redefines what it means to be blessed, turning the values of the world upside down.
• Luke 5:27–32 — Eating with Sinners
  A simple meal becomes a powerful picture of grace, invitation, and who belongs at the table.
• Mark 1:21–34 — Authority and Healing
  Jesus demonstrates the authority of the Kingdom through teaching, healing, and freedom.
• Matthew 5:38–48 — Loving Your Enemies
  Jesus calls His followers beyond retaliation into a radical, transformative love.
• Mark 10:32–45 — The Way of the Cross
  Jesus redefines greatness through humility, service, and self-giving love.

Each session will begin by exploring the historical, cultural, and geographical background of the text. As we come to understand the world Jesus was speaking into, His words begin to take on new depth and clarity.

From there, we will engage in a close reading of Scripture, paying attention to key words and phrases, before reflecting on what the passage reveals about the nature of God’s Kingdom and the life of a disciple.

But this study is not only about understanding—it is about formation.  Each evening will also include time for small-group conversation, where we will reflect together, pray, and share simple, intentional deep practice commitments—ways of living out what we are learning in the week ahead.

This study is for anyone who wants to grow—whether you are new to Scripture or have been walking with Christ for many years. If you’ve ever wanted to better understand what Jesus meant—and how His teaching speaks into your life today—this is a space to explore, learn, and be formed together.

We hope you’ll join us as we seek to learn the way of the Kingdom.

Easter Sunday Worship Service
Sunday, April 5th at  10:00 AM

Easter is the celebration at the very heart of the Christian faith—the day we remember that Jesus Christ rose from the dead and that hope is not lost… it is alive.

But Easter is more than a moment in history. It is an invitation.

An invitation to step into a hope that is not fragile or fleeting, but living—a hope that speaks into real life, real questions, and real circumstances. This year, we will reflect on that promise through the words of 1 Peter 1:3, exploring what it means to live with a hope that is grounded in the resurrection of Jesus Christ.

Our Easter celebration will be filled with meaningful worship, including the powerful and beloved Hallelujah Chorus, as we lift our voices together in celebration of the risen Christ.

Whether Easter is a familiar and cherished tradition for you, or something you are exploring for the first time, this service is designed to be both welcoming and meaningful. It is a space where you can come as you are, encounter the story of Jesus, and consider what His resurrection might mean for your life today.

For those who call Covenant Church home, this is a joyful opportunity to gather, celebrate, and be renewed in the hope we share.

For those who are visiting or considering coming, this is a simple invitation:
Come and see.
Come and experience the joy, the beauty, and the hope of Easter.

We would love to celebrate with you.

Good Friday Service
Friday, April 3 — 6:30 PM
Covenant Church
909 West Jefferson Street
LaGrange, KY

Good Friday stands at the center of our faith as the most solemn and sacred day of the Christian year. It is the day we remember the suffering, crucifixion, and death of Jesus Christ—the Son of God who gave Himself fully for the life of the world.
This is not a day we rush past.

It is a day to slow down… to listen… and to remember.

Through the reading of Scripture, meaningful music, and times of quiet reflection, we will walk together through the final moments of Jesus’ earthly life. We will hear again the story of His betrayal, His suffering, and His journey to the cross. We will stand at the foot of that cross and consider what it means.

On Good Friday, we are invited to face the depth of human brokenness—and at the same time, the even greater depth of God’s love.

The cross reveals both.

It reveals the weight of sin and the cost of redemption.
It reveals the seriousness of what separates us from God—and the lengths to which God has gone to bring us back.

And in the silence of this service, we are given space to reflect personally:

Where do we see ourselves in this story?
What does the cross mean for our lives today?
What has Christ done—and what does that call forth from us?

This sacred gathering prepares our hearts not only to understand the cross more deeply, but to receive it more fully. It invites us into a quiet, honest encounter with the love of Christ—a love poured out, even unto death.

We invite you to join us for this meaningful and reflective service.

Come and remember.
Come and reflect.
Come and stand at the cross.

And as we do, we begin to prepare our hearts for the hope and joy that is to come.

Maundy Thursday Service

Thursday, April 2 — 6:30 PM
Covenant Church
909 West Jefferson Street
LaGrange, KY

Maundy Thursday invites us to step into one of the most sacred moments of Holy Week—the night Jesus gathered with His disciples in the upper room, shared a meal, and offered a new command: to love one another as He has loved us.

It is a night marked by humility, intimacy, and deep meaning. A night where bread is broken, words are spoken, and hearts are stirred.

This year, our focus will center on the theme of brokenness—the reality we all carry in different ways. We come with lives that are not whole, with burdens, wounds, and places in need of grace. And yet, it is in this very place that Christ meets us.

In the breaking of the bread, we remember that our broken lives find healing in the broken body of Jesus. What feels fractured is not beyond His reach. What feels incomplete is not beyond His restoration.

Through Scripture, meaningful music, and the celebration of Holy Communion, we will enter into a quiet and reflective space—one that allows us to remember, to receive, and to prepare our hearts for the solemn journey of Good Friday.

This is not simply a service to attend, but a moment to encounter the grace of Christ in a personal and meaningful way.

We invite you to come.
Come with whatever you carry.
Come and remember.
Come and receive.
And in the breaking of the bread, may you find the healing presence of Jesus.

Join us this Holy Week for a meaningful time of worship and reflection.

Each day at Noon, we will gather at LaGrange Christian Church to reflect on the Words of Christ from the Cross, led by pastors from across Oldham County.

Come for a time of worship…
Stay for a light lunch and fellowship.

Holy Week (Monday–Friday)
⏰ 12:00 PM
LaGrange Christian Church

All are welcome—we would love to see you there.

Children and families are invited to join us for a joyful afternoon at Covenant Church’s Easter Egg Hunt on Saturday, March 28 at 2:00 PM. This fun community event is always filled with excitement as children search for colorful eggs hidden around the church grounds.

Kids will enjoy the thrill of the hunt as they gather eggs and celebrate the joy of the Easter season together with friends and family. There will also be a special egg hunt area for children who have allergies or cannot receive candy, ensuring that every child can safely participate and enjoy the fun.

In addition to the egg hunt, each child will have the opportunity to create their own set of “Resurrection Eggs.” As they assemble their eggs, children will learn the story of the passion and resurrection of Jesus in a simple and meaningful way. These eggs become a wonderful take-home activity that allows families to revisit and share the Easter story together.

This event is a great way for children to enjoy the fun of an egg hunt while also discovering the deeper meaning of Easter.

We hope you will bring your children, invite friends and neighbors, and join us for an afternoon of fun, learning, and celebration as we prepare for Easter together.

What might happen if we slowed down long enough to remember who we are?
On May 8–9, 2026, the people of Covenant Church will gather at Agape’ Wilderness Retreat Center for a special church retreat designed to help us rediscover and deepen what makes Covenant… Covenant.

This will be more than simply getting away for a day. It will be an intentional time of worship, reflection, conversation, and vision as we step away from our normal routines and focus on the heart of who we are as a church and the calling God has placed before us.
Throughout the retreat we will explore the core commitments that shape the life of

Covenant Church:

• Jesus as our Center
• Scripture as our Source
• Faith as our Focus
• Worship as our Passion
• Love as our Life
• People as our Point
• Generosity as our Norm

These are not simply ideas or slogans. They are anchors that help guide how we live, serve, and follow Christ together.

The retreat will include engaging teaching sessions, meaningful worship, small group conversation, and time to enjoy fellowship together. Participants will also have the opportunity to stay overnight at the retreat center and enjoy three meals during the retreat, all for $85.50 per person.

Our hope is that this time together will strengthen our unity as a church and help us continue becoming the kind of church that faithfully serves LaGrange and the surrounding community—a church rooted deeply in Christ and sent into the world with His love.

You can register through the church website, the church app, or by calling the church office.
Space will be limited, so we encourage you to begin making plans now to join us for this meaningful time together.

Worship Deeply. Grow Boldly. Live Sent.

Covenant Church has been blessed with a beautiful gift—twelve acres of land that surround our church property. For some time, our Outreach Team has been praying and thinking about how that space might become more than open land. What if it could become a place where ministry, hospitality, and community life come together?

To begin exploring that possibility, the Outreach Team is hosting a Park Project Vision Meeting on Sunday, March 22 at 2:00 PM. This gathering will be a chance to hear about an exciting idea the team has been considering and to share your own thoughts as we dream together about the future.

The vision being explored is the possibility of using available grant funding to develop a portion of our land into a community park—a welcoming space where families, children, and neighbors from across LaGrange could gather. More than simply a recreational space, the hope is that it would become a ministry and outreach environment, where relationships can be formed and where the love of Christ can be shared naturally within our community.

Imagine a place where people from our town regularly gather, where conversations begin, friendships form, and where Covenant Church has opportunities to engage with our neighbors in meaningful ways.

This meeting will be a time to learn more about the idea, ask questions, offer input, and help shape the vision as we consider what God might do through this opportunity.

We invite everyone who is interested to come, listen, and help us dream about how we might use the resources God has given us to serve our community and share the good news of Jesus Christ in creative and welcoming ways.

Get ready for an exciting week of discovery at Vacation Bible School: Rainforest Falls! This summer, Covenant Church will transform into a vibrant rainforest as children explore the wonder and character of God through hands-on learning and unforgettable experiences.
Rainforest Falls VBS will take place July 13–17 from 6:00–8:30 PM each evening.
Throughout the week, kids will step into an immersive environment filled with Bible adventures, energetic songs, creative activities, and fun games that bring the message of Scripture to life.

At Rainforest Falls, children will explore the nature of God through experiences they can see, hear, and touch. Each evening will include engaging Bible stories, hands-on science experiments, team-building games, memorable music, and tasty treats. Because the activities are interactive, kids might get a little messy—so plan to send them in play clothes and sturdy shoes.

One of the highlights of the week will be helping children learn to notice “God Sightings®”—recognizing the ways God is present and at work in everyday life. Our prayer is that the lessons of the week will help children grow in faith and learn to see God’s goodness all around them.

Registration for the week will open in early May. Families will be able to sign up through the event listed on Friday, July 17, which will register children for the entire week of VBS.

Vacation Bible School is one of the most joyful weeks of the year at Covenant Church, and we look forward to welcoming children from our church and community. Be watching for registration details and opportunities to volunteer as we prepare for this exciting week!

We’ve rescheduled the MLK Community Worship Service to Saturday, March 14 at 2:00 pm.
This special gathering, originally planned for January, gives us a meaningful opportunity to remember the life and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., and to reflect on how his dream continues to call us—as followers of Jesus—to unity, compassion, and faithful witness in our community.

The service will be a warm, intergenerational time of worship, hosted together with Centennial Missionary Baptist Church and LaGrange Christian Church. Expect uplifting music, sacred dance, a special children’s message, and a biblical reflection on unity and shared mission.

Please make plans to join us on Saturday, March 14 at 2:00 pm for this meaningful time of worship, reflection, and fellowship.

Holy Week invites us into the most sacred journey of the Christian year. Together we remember the final days of Jesus’ earthly ministry, reflect on the meaning of the cross, and celebrate the victory of the resurrection. We hope you will make plans to join us as we walk through this meaningful week together.

Community Holy Week Services
Monday–Friday at Noon
LaGrange Christian Church
Each day during Holy Week, churches from across our community will gather for a brief midday worship service at LaGrange Christian Church. These services will feature the preaching of local pastors as we reflect on the last words of Christ from the cross.

Following each service, a light lunch will be provided as an opportunity for fellowship. Covenant Church will be providing the lunch on Monday.

Pastor William will also be participating in the series and will preach at the Friday service.

These gatherings are a meaningful expression of unity among the churches of our community as we focus together on the significance of the cross.

Maundy Thursday Service
Thursday, April 2 — 6:30 PM
Covenant Church

On Maundy Thursday we remember the night Jesus shared the Last Supper with His disciples. This special evening service will include meaningful music, the reading of Scripture, and the celebration of Holy Communion as we remember Christ’s command to love and serve one another.

It is always a moving and reflective service that helps prepare our hearts for the events of Good Friday.

Good Friday Service
Friday, April 3 — 6:30 PM
Covenant Church

Good Friday is the most solemn day of the Christian year. Through Scripture, music, and reflection, we will remember the suffering, death, and burial of Jesus Christ.

This sacred service invites us to pause and reflect on the depth of Christ’s sacrifice and the profound love revealed through the cross. As we remember the meaning of the cross and the grave, we prepare our hearts for the joy that is to come.

Easter Sunday Celebration
Sunday, April 5 - 10:00 AM
Covenant Church

On Easter morning we gather in joyful celebration of the resurrection of Jesus Christ. The sanctuary will be filled with the triumphant sound of the Hallelujah Chorus as we proclaim the victory of life over death.

During the service the Easter story will be read and celebrated, there will be a special moment for children, and an encouraging message of hope and new life for all.

Holy Week reminds us that the story of Jesus moves from the table, to the cross, to the empty tomb. We hope you will join us as we walk this sacred path together and celebrate the risen Christ.

Worship Deeply. Grow Boldly. Live Sent.

Children and families are invited to join us for a joyful afternoon at Covenant Church’s Easter Egg Hunt on Saturday, March 28 at 2:00 PM. This fun community event is always filled with excitement as children search for colorful eggs hidden around the church grounds.

Kids will enjoy the thrill of the hunt as they gather eggs and celebrate the joy of the Easter season together with friends and family. There will also be a special egg hunt area for children who have allergies or cannot receive candy, ensuring that every child can safely participate and enjoy the fun.

In addition to the egg hunt, each child will have the opportunity to create their own set of “Resurrection Eggs.” As they assemble their eggs, children will learn the story of the passion and resurrection of Jesus in a simple and meaningful way. These eggs become a wonderful take-home activity that allows families to revisit and share the Easter story together.

This event is a great way for children to enjoy the fun of an egg hunt while also discovering the deeper meaning of Easter.

We hope you will bring your children, invite friends and neighbors, and join us for an afternoon of fun, learning, and celebration as we prepare for Easter together.

Children and families are invited to join us for a fun evening at Fantastic Friday: Movie Night with Covenant Children’s Ministry.

Fantastic Friday will take place on Friday, March 27, from 6:00–8:00 PM. This special event is open to children ages 3 through 5th grade (all children must be potty trained). It will be a relaxed evening where kids can enjoy a great movie together in a welcoming and safe environment.

In addition to the movie, children will receive a light snack and have the opportunity to spend time with friends while enjoying a fun night at church. Fantastic Friday events are designed to give kids a joyful experience at church while building friendships and connections within our children’s ministry.

Parents can register their children on the church website or through the Covenant Church app.

We look forward to a wonderful evening together and hope your children will join us for this fun night!