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What it's like to sing the National Anthem at a Knights game
Covenant member Ellie Morgan grew up singing and playing guitar. Now 23, performs at weddings and special events. We asked Ellie to tell us about her debut last Thursday at BB&T Park.
When I studied at Queens University here in Charlotte, I sang the anthem for a few home basketball games, but the Knights game was definitely my biggest crowd.
For me, remembering the words is never too tricky. I rehearse a lot beforehand and I've been dreaming of singing the National Anthem for a major sporting team for a long time, so I've had plenty of time to prepare. People often ask if I get nervous, and my answer is always 'no.' I get very excited and can't wait to get out there. Once I begin singing, the nerves kick in a little bit. But it is such a thrill and I enjoy it so much that I can't wait until the next time. Click here to watch the performance.
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Middle school families will celebrate Chaz Snider 
Sunday, 9:30 to 10:50 a.m. EW307
Join us for a reception to wish Chaz success and happiness as he moves ahead with his career. His last day with us will be Monday, July 18.
Chaz led a 26-member Quest class through Confirmation and also led a successful Cross mission trip for middle school youth. "I have felt loved and welcomed by youth, families and staff while having the privilege to serve," Chaz said.
Here's a look at upcoming middle school activities:
- Sundays through Sept. 4 (9:30 a.m.): Middle and high school Sunday School in EW301
- Thursday, July 21 (12:30 to 2:30 p.m.) Middle schoolers play basketball with Freedom School children
- Wednesday, July 27 (11 a.m. to 3 p.m.) Middle and high schoolers help with Freedom School finale celebration
- All other activities (including Carowinds and Wednesday evenings are canceled).
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Stick around for Field Day fun and games
Sunday, 10:45 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.
Join us after church for lunch and outdoor games like cornhole, water balloons and more. Open to all. Boxed lunches are $7. Click here to RSVP (appreciated but not required).
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Church-wide adult summer Sunday School continues
Sunday, 9:30 a.m. FH203
Kevin Strawn will lead a discussion on Teaching with Authority, part of our summer-long series on meeting Jesus in the land where he lived. Details here.
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Roasted chicken, club wraps highlight lunch menu
Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays, 11:30 a.m. - 1 p.m.
Click here to subscribe to the weekly menu email.
- Today: Roasted Chicken & Vegetables
- Thursday: Club Wrap & Chips
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Fill a backpack with supplies for a child in need
Now through August
Let's make sure children are prepared at our partner schools - Renaissance Academy in Charlotte and Crossnore Elementary in Avery County.
Bring backpack supplies (pencils, erasers, wide rule composition notebooks, Crayola markers, crayons, safety scissors and glue sticks) to the church office or Rec Wing. Our goal is to fill 300 backpacks.
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We'll head to N.C. mountains for mission trip
Thursday - Sunday, Aug. 4-7 in Avery County
Jen Christianson will lead Young Adults to western N.C, for work at an elementary school, Habitat site and partner church. Details here.
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Enjoy a Knights game with Covenant friends 
Sunday, July 31, 5 p.m. first pitch
We'll watch the Knights take on the Columbus Clippers. Everyone is invited! Meet at the ballpark and we'll sit in our block of seats. Your $17 ticket includes $2 off at the concession stand. Click here to order.
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Sing with Covenant Choir this summer 
No commitment; just show up Sunday mornings
Come to the Choir Room before worship to rehearse an easy anthem. Remaining dates are (10 a.m.): July 17, 24, 31, Aug. 7, 14, 21, Sept. 4. Contact John Richardson for details.
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Get your copy of worship team's debut CD 
$10; benefits Highland and the Renguti School
The Rebuild album, by our own contemporary worship team, supports Highland and the Renguti School. Contact Daniel Heath to place an order or visit the church office or recreation desk . Click the icon at right to hear a song clip.
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Coordinator of care teams and support groups
Covenant is hiring for a new, part-time staff position to help the church family respond in a focused way when members experience life events such as cancer diagnoses, grief and divorce as well as transitions such as job changes, retirements, new parenting roles and caregiving duties. Details here.
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Administrative assistant - Education and Parish Nurse
Covenant is hiring an assistant to support small group ministry logistics and to provide secretarial and administrative services to program staff in Education and the Parish Nurse. Details here.
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Part time children's ministry assistant job opening
Covenant is hiring a part-time assistant to support the children's ministry director in providing a sound, faithful and loving environment for children 20 hours per week. Details here. Apply to Anne Lowrance.
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9:30 a.m. Sanctuary
11 a.m. Fellowship Hall
Traditional: 11 a.m. Sanctuary
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