Through personal involvement and financial support, Christ Covenant Church fulfills its mission to “help all men and women love and serve Jesus Christ through worship, study, training, and hands-on ministry
in the community and the world.” The list below illustrates the breadth of mission outreach
programs that we support.
Stephanie and Francisco Ramos, France
Stephanie and Francisco are Covenant missionaries in France whom we support through our denominational giving. In partnership with national evangelical churches, Covenant work began in France in 1996 with a focus on church development. Although few French people attend church and most consider it irrelevant for today, there is growing interest in spirituality, faith and God. For this reason they are also working to bridge the gap between the church and general French culture through the arts, discussion groups, and friendship evangelism.
Bridge of Hope BuxMont, Lansdale
Ending homelessness, one family and one church at a time – by connecting
homeless single-parent families with professional case management and trained
mentoring groups from Christian churches in order that the families will be
able to achieve permanent housing, financial self-sufficiency and family
stability.
Community Breakfast
The Brothers-In-Faith (BIF) men’s small group spearheads a free hot breakfast
for the community on the last Saturday of each month from 8:30-10:00am. We
involve multi-generational members of our church to set up, serve and clean up.
We minister to those of the community who wish to nourish their bodies. We also
nourish their souls by having friendly BIF and Christ Covenant Church members
serve our guests, sit with them, and introduce them to many available Christian
resources. We then send them on their way with a snack bag and an invitation to
worship with us. Come join us; new volunteers are always welcome.
Habitat for Humanity
Habitat provides affordable housing for low-income families. Christ Covenant
Church members, for many years, have volunteered at Habitat sites for both
‘rehab’ and ‘new build’ construction. In recent years, multi-generational
groups from our church have worked both locally (Montgomery County) and
throughout the eastern United States.
Keystone Opportunity Center, Souderton
A nonprofit social service organization, Keystone Opportunity Center serves
communities in the Souderton Area, North Penn and Pennridge school districts.
The services include providing transitional housing, financial education, the
Inter-Faith Hospitality Network shelter program, English as a second language
tutoring, plus food and clothing. Throughout the year, Christ Covenant Church
collects and donates non-perishable food items to Keystone Opportunity Center.
Lamb Foundation, North Wales
Lamb provides safe, affordable and attractive homes for senior citizens and
disabled adults in Bucks and Montgomery Counties who would otherwise be
homeless. While receiving no government support, Lamb encourages independence
and self-reliance of their clients and works at creating relationships within
each home while providing security, meals, laundry and companionship. Our
church collects used clothing and household items for their Sweet Repeats
thrift shop.
Liberty Ministries, Schwenksville
Liberty Ministries was established in 1980 to serve the inmate populations of Montgomery County Correctional Facility and the State Correctional Institution at Graterford. Since that time, Liberty Ministries has positively impacted thousands of men and women inmates and ex-inmates with the teaching of the Word of God, spiritual, physical and emotional support, and the life changing power of Jesus Christ. Today Liberty Ministries maintains Liberty House, Ann’s House and Pennsburg House, dormitory style residences for individuals recently released from prison, who enroll in a twelve-month educational and discipleship program. Over 160 volunteers visit men and women in prison on a monthly basis teaching, training, mentoring, and preparing men and women for life outside of prison.
Manna on Main Street, Lansdale
Since 1981 Manna has fed the hungry through their soup kitchen and food
cupboard, and provides emergency financial aid for rent, utilities and medical
needs. They ask for prayers for the elderly, working poor and disabled and
those negatively impacted by economic conditions. Throughout the year, Christ
Covenant Church collects and donates non-perishable food items to Manna on Main
Street.
Morning Star
Ministries, Souderton
This local Christian maternity home provides a positive alternative to abortion
by offering a loving home environment for up to 3-4 unwed mothers (age 13-25)
during their crisis pregnancies. They minister to the young women by offering
physical, emotional and spiritual support. They also work to rebuild family
relationships, provide for instruction in basic life skills, diet and
nutrition, budgeting, continued education, housing, career options and future
goals. A new transitional house will be opened shortly, where the girls, upon
leaving the Maternity Home, will be able to stay for a few more months as they
work out future job prospects, housing, and child care.
Nehemiah’s Way, North
Wales
Part of Laurel House (Norristown), this agency offers up to two years of
low-cost housing to survivors of domestic violence, along with support groups
and other services to give them a place to heal, learn how to love, and be
loved. They provide subsidized rent, utilities and household needs, property
management and insurance. Members of Christ Covenant Church head up their
hands-on projects like painting, routine repairs and moving of donated
furniture.
Salvation Army, Pottstown
The Salvation Army, an international movement, is an evangelical part of the universal Christian Church. Its message is based on the Bible. Its ministry is motivated by the love of God. Its mission is to preach the gospel of Jesus Christ and to meet human needs in His name without discrimination. At The Salvation Army in Pottstown, they offer a variety of services and programs to assist the community. They serve with emergency food solutions, family services, enrichment classes for children, and also serve as a place of worship every Sunday morning. Their doors are open to all.
Shepherd’s Shelf, Kulpsville
Begun by Christ Lutheran Church, this emergency food pantry also provides
financial assistance to residents of the surrounding communities as well as
other basic household items. Patrons of Shepherd’s Shelf are never questioned
about their religion nor are they pressured in any way to become members of
Christ Lutheran or any other church. Throughout the year, Christ Covenant
Church collects and donates non-perishable food items to the Shepherd’s Shelf.
Worthwhile, Collegeville
Human trafficking is the second-largest criminal industry in the world, with over 800,000 people trafficked against their will across international borders each year. For those who escape, many are left with the scarring aftermath of trauma and addiction from being treated like a commodity. The road to healing requires a comprehensive response. It's not enough to offer a single solution, which is why Worthwhile Wear utilizes a multi pronged approach to address this growing issue.
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Thanksgiving and Easter Food Baskets
Annually at Thanksgiving and Easter, Christ Covenant Church members donate food
items to supply local charities and families with complete holiday meals.
Baskets are provided based on need.
