EVENTS
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New Cov Store Orders Are In!
New Cov apparel orders are in and will be available for pickup at the church on Sunday, October 19th before and after the service. If this time does not work for you, please contact Anitra to arrange a different time.
Trunk or Treat October 26, 3:00-5:00 PM
Trunk or Treat is coming up October 26 and it's going to take our whole church family to pull off this huge outreach event! Last year we welcomed over 700 guests with candy, music, and fun and we're excited to do it again! Mark your calendar and check the link below to see how you can help us love our neighbors. Whether it’s filling candy buckets, decorating a trunk, hosting a game, or directing traffic, there’s a spot for everyone!
College Age Upcoming Opportunities
Our next College Age Lunch with be Sunday, November 2, following the worship service at the Lechtenbergers house (7530 Exbury Rd)!
Guys
Guys, join us for Bible study Wednesdays at 8:30 PM at New Cov. Led by Ashton Carlson and Andrew Smith. No registration needed, just stop by! We meet in the Conference Room just across from the Flipside. Contact Ashton at ashton@newcovchurch.org if you have any questions.
Girls
Ladies, we're excited to have a Bible study for you too! Join us Wednesdays at 8:30 PM at New Cov. Led by Katie Smith. We will meet in the Meeting Room just off the Main Office. Contact Amber at amber@newcovchurch.org if you have any questions.
Adult Connections Bible Study Class
Connections is our Sunday morning adult Bible study class for men and women. It is taught by gifted teachers and exists to help adults grow in their understanding of scripture and to provide a place where visitors and new members to New Cov can experience community until they get connected in a small group. They are currently studying the biblical passages behind the Navigators' Wheel Illustration and how they can guide our lives.
Connections Class meets Sundays, downstairs in room 101 at 11:00 AM.
Women's Opportunities
Women's Soup Night
Women's Soup Night is Sunday, November 2 from 5:30-7:30PM. This year we will be focusing on gratitude. Use the link below to sign up to bring a soup, side or dessert, OR just bring yourself! We are so excited to share a meal with you!
Women's Bible Studies
The Gospel of Mark Bible Study
Two groups are studying "The Gospel of Mark" by Lisa Harper. These 8-week studies meet at New Cov and kicked off in September.
The Monday study meets from 6:30-8:30 PM.
The Thursday study meets from 6:30-8:30 PM.
Click below to register.
Heroes vs. Zeroes Bible Study
This group meets at New Cov on Tuesday mornings from 10:30 AM to 12:00 PM.
They gather for fellowship and then watch a Bible Study message based on a book of the Bible. Their current study is Heroes vs. Zeores, a character study of some of the men and women of the Old Testament.
Each week's lesson is self-contained, so join anytime! It is led by Patti Lamphere and Mary Hamilton.
Click below to register.
Secrets Jesus Shared Bible Study
This group meets at New Cov, downstairs in Room 101 on Thursday afternoons from 1:00-2:30 from September 18-October 30th.
They are studying “Secrets Jesus Shared,” a video-led study by Jennifer Kennedy Dean.
Click below for more details and to register.
The MomCo
The MomCo is a ministry to equip and encourage moms with kids of all ages. We meet twice per month on Monday mornings during the school year from 9-11 am in the Flipside. Childcare is provided. There is a registration fee to MomCo International, but no cost for childcare.
Contact Christi Berrier at christi@newcovchurch.org or Suz Heller at suz@newcovchurch.org if you have questions or want to get connected!
2025 MomCo Dates
Oct. 20
Nov. 3 and 17
Dec. 8 and 15
Men's Opportunities
Men's Monthly Gathering Survey
Men of New Cov, we hope you'll consider joining in on a new monthly Men’s gathering designed to help us grow in Genuine Faith alongside other men. To help us know the best time for that meeting, please click the link below to let us know what times might work best for you. We plan to start the first week of November and will share details soon.
Kids and Student Opportunites
CREW*, Middle and High School Wednesday nights are back! Check out the links for all the details! *CREW (Create Relate Engage & Worship) is for kids kindergarten to 5th grade.
Save the Date:
Middle School Glow Night will be October 22nd from 6:30-8:00 PM
Trunk or Treat will be on October 26th from 3:00-5:00 PM
Our next CREW Family Night will be November 5th from 6:30-8:00 PM
Baptism
If you are interested in being baptized or just want to learn more about it, reach out to one of our pastors, or connect with us using the link below.
Connect at New Cov
Finding your place and connecting with others is an essential part of our mission - to connect through Authentic Relationships that help us grow in Genuine Faith, and together, make a Meaningful Impact through the work of the Gospel.
OUTREACH
Local Elementary School Service Opportunities
We are excited to come alongside a local Lincoln Public School to serve the students and the staff. If you are interested in helping, please check out the link below or contact Alandrea Ellwanger, alandrea@newcovchurch.org
Please note, if you are interested in any volunteer opportunites that will work directly with students, you will need to complete a LPS volunteer application which can be found here. Please choose Level 3, which will require a background check.
Royal Family Kids of Lancaster is a longstanding Partner Ministry with New Cov. They provide camp and mentoring for children who have been abused and neglected and who are in the foster care system. Learn more about RFK here.
Royal Family Kids Mentoring Club Snack Donations
Kids who have attended Royal Family Kids Camp are eligible to participate in a monthly Club meeting and Mentoring. If you'd like to support this by donating snacks for Club (enough for about 35-40 students), please check out the link below.
Juniper Refuge Opportunities
Juniper Refuge is a New Cov Partner Ministry that seeks to provide refugee-status residents and local Christians opportunities to make genuine connections with one another. Here are some upcoming opportunities to serve with Juniper.
- Cultural Competency Training: Monday, October 20 from 7-8 PM at the Juniper Refuge offices. This is an interactive training on basic skills for working with refugees from other cultures.
Ladies Tea Party: Monday, November 17th 6:30-7:30 PM. Join us and other refugee guides to learn how to make traditional tea and cookies - we'll also get to enjoy the goodies we make. Bring your own box of cookies to participate in a cookie swap and bring an assortment of cookies home with you. This would be a sweet mother daughter experience to plan into your holiday season - RSVP before it fills up! Reach out to Sommer with any questions to Sommer@JuniperRefuge.org
International Student Fellowship at UNL
International Student Fellowship at UNL (ISF@UNL) seeks to reach international students with the good news of Jesus through friendships and small or large group events. Email Linda Arnold (arnold.lindaj@gmail.com) if you are interested in helping with ISF.
Opportunities for volunteers include:
- Hosting monthly large group dinners
- Leading home groups
- Providing Mentoring
- Provide Food for their Thanksgiving dinner on November 21
Operation Christmas Child Opportunities
The mission of Operation Christmas Child is to demonstrate God’s love in a tangible way to children in need around the world. Through this project, Samaritan’s Purse partners with the local church worldwide to share the Good News of Jesus Christ and make disciples of the nations. Email Sue Thomsen (srbthomsen@gmail.com) if you are interested in helping with Operation Christmas Child.
You can get involved by:
- Helping with New Cov's OCC table 10/19, 10/26, 11/2, 11/16
- Volunteering during collection week in November (11/17-11/24) (Sign up below)
- Serving year-round with the Southeast Nebraska team
- Or, of course, packing a box! Our goal is 1,050 boxes! (Link below)