The GrapevineMARCH, 2021

Cove Spring Church ~ 5705 Walnut Grove Road ~ Troy, Ohio ~937-214-4416 ~ Pastor Greg Morrow

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Faithfully, Pastor Greg Morrow

If you are not able to join us in person for our Sunday Worship Service, please join us remotely on the Cove Spring Facebook page for a LIVE PRESENTATION at 9:30am each Sunday morning.

The Reality of the Blood of Christ

Before you read the rest of this article I want you to take a moment and ask yourself this question “how is the blood of Jesus a reality in my life? What did you come up with? If you had a hard time do not be discouraged. One of the great joys of life with Jesus is learning who He is, and how what He has done can be a reality in our lives. The good news is that the Bible has much to say about the blood of Jesus.let us go right into the presence of God with sincere hearts fully trusting him. For our guilty consciences have been sprinkled with Christ’s blood to make us clean, (Ephesians 2:13). Have you ever wondered if you are good enough for God? Have you ever felt like not praying because you messed up again? I know I have. The reality is that we can come close to God because of the blood of Christ. It is his blood not our performance that has made the way into the presence of God. For you know that it was not with perishable things such as silver or gold that you were redeemed from the empty way of life you inherited from your forefathers, but with the precious blood of Christ, a lamb without blemish or spot (1 Peter 1:18-19). Do you ever struggle with wondering if your life has purpose or with your personal worth? You were redeemed through the precious blood of Christ. The Christian leader Ignatius who was martyred for his faith in AD 110 called the blood of Christ “the blood of God.” There is nothing more precious that the blood of Christ and it is this blood that brought about your redemption. This month my prayer is that your heart and mind will be opened more fully the reality of the blood of Jesus.

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Church Concerns, News and Announcements Cont’d

TGIF –CORNER…TGIF: (Thanking God in Fellowship) We have not rescheduled our monthly fellowship activities due to Covid-19, but look forward to doing so as soon as we feel it is safe.

Prayer ConcernsOur Nation, Our President, Our Country,

Our Service Men and WomenOur friends and neighbors and in our community who have lost, and are searching for employment.

Please pray for God’s comforting & healing touch for the following:Families who have lost loved ones in February:The Beeson family upon their loss of Doris.The Orth family upon their loss of Jack.The Knife family upon their loss of MarciaThe Mahaney family upon their loss of Kellie.Those battling home & health issues:*Dick and Cynthia Hill- Hospitalized with Covid-19.*Margie Orth – as she continues to battle Covid-19 while morning

the loss of Jack.*Dorothy Jordan – continued prayer needed while recovering at

home.

Those battling Ongoing Cancer:Tim Knife Thelma Purtee Emma Hildebrand

“God hears every prayer-even when it’s just a whisper of the heart.”

JUNIOR CHURCH RESUMES!Junior Church is again being offered after being cancelled due to Covid-19. Jr. Church is a great way to make a difference in our kids’ lives and we are very glad to announce that Sunday morning Junior Church has resumed during the worship hour while obeying all Covid-19 guidelines.

DEACON BOARD MEETINGDeacons will meet at 7:00pm March 01

Happy Birthday In March:Ella Hershberger, Dan Danielson, Sutton Flora,

Danielle Danielson, Mark Staley, Debbie Faulder, Molly Fine, Jennifer Bowman, Katie Benham, Elizabeth Robbins,

Bill Sutherly, Pastor Greg Morrow, Matt Gearhardt, Sharon Luttrell, Brian Wick, Jamie Long, Rhonda Hershberger, Sarah Walters, Kyle Greenlee, Caleb Greenlee, Betsy Staley,

Elizabeth Freshour, Ed Ashworth, Haley Matheny, Eris Worthington, Andrew Miller, Carol Sweet, Tom Fulton,

Kim Harbison, Tom Wallace, Kathryn Kingrey, Chuck Caudy

March AnniversariesTim & Sharon Holzen, Doug & Melanie Benham

PALM SUNDAY SERVICE9:30AM, MARCH 28TH

A Special Thank You From the Doris Beeson FamilyWe sincerely want to thank all who gave your loving support, prayers, and visits with Mom; for your lovely funeral flowers, thoughtful cards and gifts in memory of Doris; Pastor Greg for his comforting words; the Praise Band for the beautiful music; Randy Mott for setting up live viewing of the funeral on Facebook for our out of town relatives; Art & Trudy Blackmore for their assistance to Baird and the church. A special thank you to those who provided and served the wonderful funeral lunch for our family. May God bless you all.

Church News and Announcements

Newsletter Deadline Items for the April Newsletter are due on

Mar. 28th Please notify Lynda Mott at (Lynda.mott05@gmail.com) with any

announcements or activities.

March Ushers:Dan Danielson and Zane Baughman

CHURCH PANTRY ASSISTANCEWith Covid-19 still affecting families, you may like to consider helping replenish the church pantry with good-dated canned goods and other non-perishables. Please take them to the basement in bags marked “food pantry.” Thank you. If you know of anyone who is in need of food, please call Jill at 937-335-1622 or Pastor Greg at 937-214-4416.

Thank you so very much.

LADIES BIBLE STUDY All ladies are welcome to join in a time of study and fellowship (keeping with the health guidelines for Covid-19.) We are now meeting on Wednesdays at 12:30 in the church basement. Please call Jill Benham, at 937-266-4456 with any questions.

All ladies welcome!

Please see the Cove Spring Church Website for updated announcements, newsletters, and Pastor Greg’s weekly

sermons.

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CANCELLED ACTIVITIES UNTIL FURTHER NOTICE DUE TO COVID-19.

CHOIRSUNDAY SCHOOL CLASSESCONGREGATIONAL SINGING

WOMEN’S FELLOWSHIPHOME-GROUP BIBLE STUDY

T.G.I.F.

MEN’S BIBLE STUDY RESUMES!John Fulton will be opening up the Men’s Bible Study and fellowship again on Saturday mornings at 8:00a.m. (keeping with the health guidelines for Covid-19.) Our Second class will meet March 20, at 8:00a.m. in the church basement. ALL MEN ARE WELCOME. We look forward to seeing you all there.

BLESSING OF THE FARMERS, MARCH 21TH

Cove Spring Church will again set aside a time during worship service to offer a special blessing and prayer for the safety and health of our farmers upon this Spring’s planting season.

A Farmer's Prayer -Robin FogleLord, bless the land You've given me,

And may I always know As I tend each crop and creature

You're the One who helps them grow.Grant me the strength and wisdom

Please protect me from harm, And thank You For Your gracious gift-

The blessing of a farm.

DAYLIGHT SAVING TIME BEGINS MAR.14Its that time again already. Don’t forget to turn your clock

forward one hour Saturday night before bedtime.

ATTENTION YOUTH GROUPYouth Group will meet Sunday, March 21st. From 5:00P.M. to 6:30P.M. here at the church. The youth will be packing bags for the Viking Bag Program. There will also be dinner and a lesson. Youth are welcome to invite friends.

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Easter Services & Activities Schedule

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Church News and Announcements Cont’d

Easter Flower Order Form

$6.95 each

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Easter Lily Hyacinths Daffodils

Tulips Pansy Basket

Optional:

In Memory of___________________________________________

In Honor of_____________________________________________

Please make checks payable to Cove Spring Church. Give to Diana Wilhelm or Natalie Rindler

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Cove Spring ChurchSTATEMENT OF REVENUES AND EXPENDITURES

Jan 21Income

Basket Collections 6,911.00$ Currency Envelopes 1,330.00$ Special Offerings 30.00$ Mission Contributions 125.00$ Fund Raising 220.00$ Miscellanous Contributions 50.00$ Parsonage Rent 675.00$ Donated Salaries 324.99$ Interest Earnings 780.69$ Unrealized G(L) on Portfolio (1,580.52)$

Total Income 8,866.16$ Expense

Payroll Expense 7,106.26$ Pulpit Supply & Education 224.45$ Pastor's Mileage Reimbursement 93.73$ Church Business Expenses 948.33$ Trustee Expenses 128.37$ Water System 299.00$ Fuel Oil 663.71$ Electric 231.54$ Telephone / Internet 89.95$ Missions 75.00$ Bank Charges 5.00$ Miscellaneous Expenses 12.27$

Total Expense 9,877.61$ Net Income (1,011.45)$

Jan 31, 21ASSETS

Checking/SavingsGeneral Fund 294,435.39$ Memorial Fund 25,610.03$ Music Fund 5,433.14$

Total Checking/Savings 325,478.56$ TOTAL ASSETS 325,478.56$ LIABILITIES & EQUITY

LiabilitiesAccounts Payable 460.45$ Payroll Liabilities 853.01$

Total Liabilities 1,313.46$ Equity

Fund Balances 325,176.55$ Net Income (1,011.45)$

Total Equity 324,165.10$ TOTAL LIABILITIES & EQUITY 325,478.56$

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28 PALM SUNDAY CHILDREN’S EASTER-EGG HUNT NEWSLETTER ITEMS DEADLINE.

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MARCH SERVING USHERS: DAN DANIELSON ZANE BAUGHMAN