CHICAGO, IL (October 4, 2012) – An article about the faith of Baltimore Orioles outfielder Nate McLouth and the resurgence of his career was the most-read Covenant News Service story in September.
Reconstructed Bridge Reopens in Congo
KARAWA, DR CONGO (October 3, 2012) – Travel between Gemena and Karawa became easier last week when reconstruction was completed on a bridge that washed out in August.
Hurricane Damage Will Take Years to Repair
By Stan Friedman
NEW ORLEANS, LA (October 2, 2012) – The pastor of the local Evangelical Covenant Church says Hurricane Isaac left behind far more damage than most people living elsewhere know about and that full recovery will take years …
Hispanic Pastors Exploring Cross-Border Collaboration
TIJUANA, MEXICO (October 2, 2012) – Historic meetings among Hispanic pastors whose churches are situated on either side of the border between California and Mexico offer promise for expanded and stronger ministry.
Work Begins on Low-Income Housing Facility
Filed under: News
Tags: Compassion-Justice, Pacific Northwest
SEATTLE, WA (October 1, 2012) – “We’re going to build hope and live in it” – that was the refrain during recent groundbreaking ceremonies for Impact Family Village, a mixed-use building that will provide housing for low-income families.
Emanuel Exploring New Approach for Hospital Service Delivery
TURLOCK, CA – Emanuel Medical Center is in exclusive discussions with Tenet Healthcare Corporation for a possible collaboration in the delivery of hospital services in Turlock.
Bethany Service Announces Medical Rates for 2013
Filed under: News
Tags: Finance, Health Care, Local Church
CHICAGO, IL (September 27, 2012) – Bethany Benefit Service medical/dental premiums next year will increase five percent, a rate that is less than average increases projected for most other employee medical plans for 2013, it was announced today.
Worship in a Comedy Club? It’s No Joke
LILYDALE, MN (September 27, 2012) – Some people might have thought Micah Witham was joking when he said the Evangelical Covenant Church congregation he pastors was going to start meeting in a comedy club, but he was serious.
Restoration Completed on Hindustani Church
PUNE, INDIA (September 26, 2012) – Restoration work has been completed on the 150-year-old building of St. Andrews Hindustani Covenant Church, which was nearly destroyed by fire last November.