It's A Heavy Metal Monday

What a great morning - Sunday Worship, Sunday School Classes, Youth Group, Young Adults, new Acolytes, Trustee and Church Council Meeting - what a great day. And then when I arrive at church this morning, lots of workers and good news. The plan is to pour the slab tomorrow - Praise God! And as soon as I heard that two big trucks arrived, with the metal frames for the building. So as soon as slab is cured they can start hanging the metal. Wow!

Got so excited I had to share this with a few of my closest friends. And if that was not enough, a full parking lot as the Covenant Preschool and MDO open house started today. You certainly are a Light in the Darkness! 

And Oh yeah, we are feeding the Students at Wesley Foundation at UL today. Thanks to those women who help with this ministry. Should you wish to help in the future, please let us know.

Help Wanted at Covenant Preschool and Mother's Day Out

Kim Havard, our Preschool Director is seeking people for three positions in our Church Preschool and Mother's Day Out Program. We need people for our fall semester beginning in August. Read on, if you or someone you know may be looking for an opportunity.

All three positions are for a 5-day a week position in Covenant Preschool. One is for a position in our three year old classroom and the other two are for our toddlers and young two's. If you have experience or have a real heart for children and are interested, please call Kim Havard at the church - 988-3962 and arrange an appointment with her.

If you do not know anyone that would be suited for these positions, please pray for us as we make certain we get just the right people for our church preschool and children.

Sincerely,
Chris Blanchard

Preschool Update

We are nearing the middle of our summer session and it has been a great one! We are learning about different animals and there's been lots of barking, mooing and oinking going on. Bella the Pig visited us and we are looking forward to more animal fun.

Our Mother's Day Out is completely full for the fall with a waiting list (God is so good!). There are still a few openings in the three and four year old preschool programs. If you or someone your know is interested in registering, please have them call (988-3962) as soon as possible.

Thank you so much for the donations to the school via the garage sale. The books have been distributed through the classrooms and the children are loving them!

Kim Havard

Preschool News - May 2, 2011

Wow! It's hard to believe that the school year is almost over. We are on countdown! It has been an awesome first year for me as Director. The Staff is top-notch and great team players. I couldn't ask for better people with whom to work.

Our Summer Session is almost filled with lots of eager students. Our theme this summer is "Animals, Animals, Animals!" We will be looking at many of the animals mentioned in the Bible and the stories surrounding them. Fun jumps, water days and ice cream are on the way!

Thank you for supporting YOUR preschool!

Kim

Preschool News - February 18, 2011

Preschool registration is well under-way and several of our classes, both in Mother's Day Out and in the Preschool are filled. There are openings in both the summer and for the 2011-2012 school year.

As always, we are looking for good substitutes! Call me at the school office (988-3962) if you would like information about our school or about substituting.

Grace and peace,

Kim Havard
Children's Ministries Director

Midweek Reminders from Covenant - February 18, 2011

Are You enjoying this beautiful weather God has given us?

Isn't it something to watch the unfolding of history being made in Egypt and other parts of the Mid Eastern World. Freedom has been placed in our hearts by God, and we should pray that what unfolds in those countries will be God Directed and God Lead.

Today
Be in prayer for our Covenant Preschool and Mother's day Out Program as we open up for registration for our summer and fall terms. People were already lining up before 6:30am. We have such a great program, and we should thank God for the staff He has lead our way, as well as the students we have the opportunity to make a difference in their lives. Registration continues through tomorrow, but if you know of anyone considering the school, you best call and tell them to contact the school today.

Tonight
5:00 - Handbell practice
5:30 - Wednesday Night Supper, fellowship hall
6:20 - Holy Communion and Prayer, followed by Our Study in the Book of James (chapter 4), tonight the theme is Humility

Some of our women will be "retreating" this weekend. Our prayer is for the Lord to ignite their hearts.

Sunday
Our worship services this week will focus on John 15:1-6, I AM the Vine.
3:00 - Board of Trustees
4:00 - Church Council - but all are invited to attend as we continue our conversation about the future of our church. We are more then a building and we want to discuss where the Lord may be Leading us to Do His Will. Come with one or two concerns or dreams or wishes for our church as we brainstorm and seek God's direction.

Sincerely,
Chris Blanchard

Preschool & MDO Closed Friday, February 4, 2011

Covenant Preschool and Mother-Day-Out, as well as all Lafayette Parish public schools, will be closed on Friday, February 4th due to the expected severe weather.

Preschool & MDO Closed Thursday, February 3rd, 2011

Covenant Preschool and Mother-Day-Out, as well as all Lafayette Parish public schools, will be closed on Thursday, February 3rd due to the expected severe weather.

Preschool News - January 1, 2011

The 2010‐2011 school year is on the down‐hill slope! We are planning and looking forward to a new school year. Registration for the Summer Session and for the 2011‐2012 school year for church members whose children are not currently enrolled will be February 6‐15. There will be a table set up in the Narthex on Sunday, February 6 and Sunday, February 13. You may also register by stopping by the school office, room 7. Please note, that if we do not have your registration by 2 PM on February 15, you will fall under the “open enrollment” registration, which begins at 8:30 AM on February 16. We are excited about the opportunities to continue the excellence put forth by our teachers and staff. For additional information, please call me or Amy Rizzuto, Assistant Director, at 988‐3962.

We are also looking to expand our substitute list for Mother’s Day Out and Preschool. In order to qualify, you must answer the following questions affirmatively: Do you enjoy inquisitive, active, imaginative children? Can you read a story book or color an art sheet? Do you like to give big hugs to little people? Can you follow a schedule? The big bottom line is if you love children, you’ll make the perfect substitute! Because we are a Class B facility licensed by the state, we do require a background check, which is done on the computer in my office. Just give me a call!

Grace and peace,
Kim Havard
Children's Ministries Director

Preschool News - December 23, 2010

It hardly seems possible that we are beginning a new calendar year! That means school is half-way over for the 2010-2011 school year. The fall semester for YOUR Covenant Preschool Ministries was a great success. The children have been learning and each day we can see their minds and environments expanding as they grow. Probably one of the most rewarding aspects of working with children is when we can see "the light bulb switch on!" The switches are being flipped on regularly here!

Beginning this month, we will have two additional two year old classes with a total of 16 new children. We have been able to rearrange staff to handle the necessary positions and have only hired one additional employee, Peggy Smith, who will be serving as the aide to the two new classes. Trisha Haley will be teaching the younger two's and Annette Guidry will teach the older two's. We are very excited about the new children who will be learning with us.

As we begin 2011, please keep our students, teachers and leadership in your prayers. We are doing God's work in this place and your prayers help to sustain us.

May God bless you richly in this new year.

Blessings,
Kim Havard