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International Guests Welcomed by Delegates

by covwebster – Jun 25, 2010

ST. PAUL, MN (June 25, 2010) – Leaders of Covenant churches and other partners from around the world were called on stage and introduced to the delegates during this morning’s business session. Introducing the delegates, President Gary Walter said, “It has been absolutely inspiring to recognize what God is doing around the world with our partners.”

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Covenant World Leaders Pursue Coordinated Mission

by covwebster – Jun 25, 2010

ST. PAUL, MN (June 25, 2010) – Leaders of Covenant denominations from around the world – many of whom had never met – effused that their “Global Dialogue” gathering earlier this week will lead to a greater sense of belonging and more coordinated mission.

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International Guests to Join in ECC 125th Celebration

by covwebster – Jun 17, 2010

ST. PAUL, MN (June 17, 2010) – Since its founding 125 years ago, the Evangelical Covenant Church has emphasized spreading the gospel internationally. To honor that commitment and help celebrate the denomination’s landmark anniversary next week, Covenant leaders from around the world will participate in the celebration, which begins Thursday and concludes with the traditional ordination service Sunday morning.

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New Tractors to Enhance Farming in Congo

by covwebster – Jun 4, 2010

GEMENA, CONGO (June 4, 2010) – In a country where machetes often are the only tools available to farmers, three tractors donated by the Congo government to the Covenant Church of Congo (CEUM) will greatly improve the ability of people to grow crops for themselves and even sell them at market.

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Congo Tractor Photos

by covwebster – Jun 4, 2010

GEMENA, CONGO (June 4, 2010) – Three tractors donated by the Congo government will make a huge difference for farmers and their ability to not only grow crops for their own use, but for selling at market as well. Following are additional photos from the recent blessing ceremony conducted by the Covenant Church of Congo (CEUM).

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New Park Plaque Honors Dr. Paul Carlson

by covwebster – Jun 1, 2010

CULVER CITY, CA (June 1, 2010) – A plaque honoring the memory of Evangelical Covenant Church martyr Dr. Paul Carlson recently was unveiled in the park that bears his name.

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CWR Assistance Provided for Victims of Attack in Sudan

by covwebster – May 13, 2010

CHICAGO, IL (May 13, 2010) – Covenant World Relief (CWR) has sent emergency relief funds to help villagers in Southern Sudan who survived a deadly attack that claimed the lives of more than 100 people, including members of the Evangelical Covenant Church of Sudan (ECCS).

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Kernels of Hope Seeks Additional ‘Virtual Farmers’

by covwebster – May 10, 2010

NORQUAY, SK (May 10, 2010) – “Virtual farmers” are being sought for the 2010 Kernels of Hope project to help people in Sudan develop sustainable agriculture.

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Palm Sunday, Easter – Festive Worship Events in Congo

by covwebster – Apr 7, 2010

BOKONZO, CONGO (April 7, 2010) – Despite extreme heat and rain, more than 1,400 worshipers gathered for Palm Sunday and Easter in Bokonzo, the largest church of the Covenant Church of Congo (CEUM).

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