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Worship Team Auditions and Tech Open Training
Our Worship Team consists of musicians and technicians who help lead our congregation in worship each week. Whether you're a vocalist, instrumentalist, or are interested in supporting the team through tech, we'd love to talk to you!
Worship Team (Musician) auditions are September 8th from 6:00-9:00 PM. Click here to fill out the audition form.
Tech Team Open Training night is September 18th from 6:30-8:30 PM.
Men's Upcoming Opportunities
Guys, mark your calendars for the Cornhole and Smoked Meat Competition Event on September 27th. Come to compete or just to eat, either way it will be a great time!
College Age Upcoming Opportunities
Guys and Girls
College students and college-age friends (18-24), you're invited to brunch! Join us on September 7th after the worship service at the Lechtenberger's home, 7530 Exbury Road.
Guys
Guys, join us for Bible study Wednesdays at 8:30 PM at New Cov, starting Sept. 3. Led by Ashton Carlson and Andrew Smith. No registration needed, just stop by! Contact Ashton at ashton@newcovchurch.org if you have any questions.
Guys, hang out with us on September 26th. Location and time TBD. Watch for details!
Journey Groups
Journey Groups help people examine their personal stories, and the hurts that they have experienced, in order to experience the healing of Jesus. This fall we will be offering groups for men and women.
Our fall 2025 women's group is full, but there are still a few spots remaining for men. Click below for all the details.
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 Bible Studies
The Gospel of Mark Bible Study
Two groups will be studying "The Gospel of Mark" by Lisa Harper. These 8-week studies will meet at New Cov and kick off in September.
The Monday study will kick off on Monday, September 22 from 6:30-8:30 PM.
The Thursday study will kick off on Thursday, September 25 from 6:30-8:30 PM.
Book are $15 and will be available on the first night of the study. If you would the book before the Bible study begins, you can stop in at the church office and buy one. (If money is holding you back from buying the book, please just let us know. We will make sure you get one.)
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 will meet at New Cov, downstairs in Room 101 on Thursday afternoons from 1:00-2:30 from September 18-October 30th.
They will be studying “Secrets Jesus Shared,” a video-led study by Jennifer Kennedy Dean.
This class will be led by Linda Arnold, Mary Montgomery, and Cindy Uhrmacher. Student workbooks are available for purchase on Amazon.
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
Sept. 8 and 22
Oct. 6 and 20
Nov. 3 and 17
Dec. 8 and 15
Summer MomCo Playdates
Aug. 25th
9:30 AM, NOW MEETING AT THE TELEGRAPH MILL! 330 S 21st Street. Meet other moms and let the kids play!
Women's Ministry Fall Kickoff Event
We are looking forward to gathering for a great night of connecting, learning about the ways that God has made us powerful, and thinking more about how we can use those strengtts for His glory. The Women's Ministry team will also be sharing about what we have planned in the upcoming months. Dinner will be provided!
The event will be September 14 from 5:30-7:30 PM in the Flipside Auditorium. Let us know you're coming using the link below!
Kids and Student Opportunites
CREW*, Middle and High School Wednesday nights are back starting August 27th! Check out the links for all the details!
*CREW (Create Relate Engage & Worship) is for kids kindergarten to 5th grade.
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.
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.
- English Class Orientation: August 25 from 9:30-11:30 AM at the Juniper Refuge offices. This class covers what it looks like to volunteer in an English Class.
- New Volunteer Training: Monday, September 22 from 7-8 PM at the Juniper Refuge offices. This training includes information and training for Mentoring and English Partners with time for Q&A.
- 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.
One Thread Opportunities
The One Thread Project is a New Cov Partner Ministry which exists to bring sewing vocational education, language literacy, business training, mentorship, and the hope of Jesus Christ to the women and children of Kinshasa, DR Congo. They will be celebrating their 10th anniversary and invite you to be part of their ongoing vision.
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
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)
- Serving year-round with the Southeast Nebraska team
- Or, of course, packing a box!