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StoCove News & Notes

February 8, 2018

Sign ups begin now. Fill out the online survey or the paper survey available on Sundays. More information is available on our website. Contact: Mike Bartosch

Church Renewal Survey #2   Please fill out this second brief survey which will help guide the Renewal Team in their planning for StoCo renewal during Pastor Bud's sabbatical. We appreciate your input on the first survey and thank you in advance for participating in Survey #2. Renewal Team members: AnneLisa Butcher, Wendy BatesClarence Chan, Doug Parrott, Sandy Rau


IMMERSE: StoCo Bible Reading Experience – scheduled launch Feb. 18-24
This Bible reading experience is designed to take StoCo through the whole Bible together, using a new reading Bible format supported by fresh "book club" conversations. It's not a Bible study. It's ultimately an invitation to a vibrant, transformative relationship with God and with each other through His Word. At this time we are signing people up for only the first 8 week session, which covers the first 5 books of the Bible. We will follow up in the fall with the launch of part 2, which is another 8 week session. There are six, eight week sessions spread over a three year period. Since people's schedules and commitments are ever-changing, we will have a separate sign up process for each segment. 
Sign ups begin now. Please take a few moments to fill out this online survey or if you'd rather, a paper survey will be available on Sunday. You can also find more information about IMMERSE on our websiteWe want everyone to participate as we read the Bible together. Books for the first 8 week session will be available after church this Sunday. Cost is $10, payable by cash or check (please don't let cost be an issue). For more information, contact Mike Bartosch.


Madison 8th Graders’ Yard Sale – Fri., Feb. 9 @ 2-5pm and Sat., Feb. 10 @ 8am-12pm
Come and support Madison school as you shop for bargains. Contact Maria


Ladies’ Valentine’s Day Fellowship – Fri., Feb. 9 @ 6:00-8:00pm, StoCo Social Hall
StoCo and Destiny Christian Center are sharing an evening of love-themed fellowship, food, and fun. Pizza is provided–bring a dessert to share. RSVP: Kristen or Elizabeth


Ash Wednesday Service – Wed., Feb. 14 @ 6:30pm - Family Friendly
Join us in the sanctuary for this contemplative service, designed for the whole family.


Snack Sunday – Sun., Feb. 18 @ 10:45 am (business meeting will begin at 11am)
Come, hang out, get to know someone new. Bring a finger food to share. 


Business Meeting/Discussion – Sun., Feb. 18 @ 11:00 am (during Snack Sunday)
Agenda Includes: Recommendation for the interim pastor position. 


Madison Library Readers wanted – Mon., Feb. 26 @ 9:00-11:00 am 
February 26th kicks off Madison's Literacy Celebration week. Six readers are needed from 9-11am. Classrooms will come to visit the newly remodeled library and listen to stories. You are welcome to borrow a book or bring your own. Contact: Pastor Haley
St. Mary's Dining Hall  – Sat., Feb. 17 @ 11:15 am, meet in the StoCo parking lot to carpool
Join us as we serve our neighbor in the Stockton community. Long pants, closed-toe shoes required. Contact: Susan White
Rescue Mission  – Tue., Feb. 20 @ 6:30 pm, meet in the StoCo parking lot to carpool
We lead the worship service for the men at the mission. You are welcome to participate in leading worship or simply sit with the men as we worship together. Contact: Lynette Marston
New Members Class  –  Sun., Mar. 4 @ 11:00am-12:00pm, StoCo Social Hall
If you are interested in becoming a member of Stockton Covenant Church or you just want to know more about the church, please join us for this Introduction. A second session will follow on Sat., Mar. 24 @ 9:00am-2:00pm. More details to follow. Contact: Church Office
Visitation Team Training  – Sun., Mar. 11 @ 11:00am-12:30pm,  StoCo Social Hall
If you are part of the visitation team or interested in joining, this training is for you. Contact: Kristen Vallecillo

Seek God for the City: Lenten Season Prayer Guide – available on Christian Formation board in StoCo Hallway


StoCo Website – If you haven't checked out our website lately, it was recently built from the ground up. Check it out for things such as online sermons, information about our various ministries, a comprehensive church calendar, opportunities to give, and much more. It is updated regularly and your feedback and questions are welcomed. For more information, contact Mike Bartosch.
Men's Bible Study :: 1 Corinthians – Saturdays @ 8:00am, Gina's Cafe (on Alpine)
Join us for this weekly study through 1 Corinthians. Contact: Mike Bartosch or Doug Parrott 

Bible Study :: 1 Thessalonians - Thursdays @ 7:00pm, Josh & Abby Bates' home
Join us as we study the book of 1 Thessalonians. Contact: Abby Bates

Bible Study :: Exodus - Thursdays* @ 10:00am, StoCo facility - Social Hall
We are working our way through the book of Exodus. Contact: Pastor Bud 

*No meeting on the 2nd Thursday of each month
Youth Ministry: 
Sr. High – Sundays @ 6:30-8:30pm :: Meet at the church facility 
Jr. High & Club 56* – Weds. @ 6:30-8:00pm :: Meets at Madison School ::  2nd & 4th Wednesdays of each month.
*5th-6th Grades

5th-8th Grade Guys Discipleship – 1st & 3rd Wednesdays @ 7:00-8:00pm, at the church facility
Contact: Tim Rau
5th-8th Grade Girls Scripture Group – Thursdays** @ 6:00-7:30pm, at the church facility
** Feb. 22, Mar. 8 & 22, Apr. 5 &19 Contact: Carissa Rau
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