We got off to a great start last week with our three week Love and War marriage series. The pastors' martial pet peeves video certainly generated a lot of comments! More importantly than a few laughs, I believe Sundays message (and yes, even the video) opened the door to honestly facing the struggles and imperfections, along with the joys, which make up even the best of marriages. This Sunday will feature more clips from the interviews with the pastors and Stephen Hampton, our Chase campus pastor, will be teaching on the subject "Make Love not War". Our alternative working title for this Sunday was Smokin' Hot Marriage! We will be learning about the biblical view of sexual intimacy as God's design and gift. Again, this week, we encourage parents to use their own discretion regarding this subject matter's appropriateness for their kids in the service. Don't worry, the content or language used will not be graphic in nature, but we don't want the subject matter itself to catch anyone off guard.
Also, congratulations to the winners of last week's contest on best proposal story, Mark and Suzanne Colbath. They received dinner for two at Tortoras. This week's question is: What is the most romantic thing (gift, surprise, gesture, etc.) your spouse has ever done for you? Reply to this email or go on our Facebook page to post the story. Make sure to include the juicy details (the appropriate ones that is!), since the best story wins!
Finally, married couples, don't forget to join us for The Love Boat event coming up a week from tonight, Friday, February 24 at 6:30 pm. This date night will be great fun for you and your spouse and will also be an opportunity to see old friends and make some new ones. The event is free, but you must register at http://covechurch.com/theloveboat .
See You Sunday!
John Tanner
~Discover Cove Membership Class
Sunday, February 26
Chase Campus-11:30-2:30 pm
Hampton Cove Campus-4:00 - 7:00 pm
Meal and childcare (through 2nd grade) provided. Register on your Connection Card.
~Spirit + Truth
Worship Ministry Campaign
If you have technical, creative or musical skills, or you are willing to learn something new, you can be a part of Cove's Worship Ministry. To find out more, stop anyone in a Spirit + Truth t-shirt or pick up a brochure that details the different volunteer positions at the Worship Ministry Table in the Lobby.
~The Love Boat
Friday, February 24, 6:30 pm
As a part of our Love and War series this month, Cove Cruise Lines will host The Love Boat, an event designed specifically for married couples. Information and registration at http://covechurch.com/theloveboat
~Women's Retreat
Friday-Sunday, March 2-4
Camp Sumatanga, Gallant, AL
Register today for this event at the Women's Ministry Table in the Lobby.
~Men's Retreat
Friday-Sunday, May 4-6
Save the date! Led by Chris Holden, Darin Miller and Troy Seibel. Watch for more details!
KIDS COVE
~Storytelling in Kids Cove
One of the most powerful ways God speaks to us is through stories. Kids Cove is currently in need of storytellers to help kids unpack the stories of our faith. If you would like to learn more about storytelling in Kids Cove, please contact
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STUDENT MINISTRY
~Esther's Closet: Princess for a Day
Our student ministry is collecting formal gowns, shoes, jewelry and monetary donations to be given to the girls served by The Care Center for the 2012 high school prom season. Tax deductible donations can be dropped off at the Cove Church Office, The Student Ministry Kiosk or The Care Center. Contact Debbie Leeth at 256.783.1453 or Melissa Layne at 256.603.5195 for information.
~Compassion EXP
Cove Students Service Mission
Huntsville, Alabama
Saturday, February 25th
9a.m.-2p.m.
Cove Students have the opportunity to spend a day with their friends while serving others in various places throughout our community through Compassion EXP. Sign up now with your small group leader.
Liquid (High School)
~1X: Broomball (High School)
Huntsville Municipal Ice Plex
Saturday, March 10, 8 p.m.-10p.m.
Battle it out in an unforgettable game of broomball. Admission is $15 and equipment will be provided. For more
information contact Kyle Freedman (
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~BigStuf '12
High School Retreat
Panama City, Florida
Monday, July 16- Friday, July 20
Register now for Big Stuf and get a $25 discount! Cost is $500 from Feb. 6-March 18. A $100 deposit will save your spot. Registration information available at the Well Kiosk.
Cross Roads (Middle School)
~Reach Night: Broomball
Huntsville Municipal Ice Plex
Friday, March 16, 8p.m.-10p.m.
Reach Night goes on location for an epic battle of broomball. Admission is $15 and equipment is provided. For more information contact Kyle Freedman (
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) or Andie Long (
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).
~Student Life Mission Camp
Middle School Retreat
Birmingham, Alabama
Monday, July 23-Friday, July 27
Register today for the first ever Student Life Mission Camp. Cost is $500 from Feb 6-March 18. $100 deposit saves your spot. Registration information available at the Well Kiosk.
DEMONSTRATE
~M-Link
Sunday, March 4
Chase Campus-11:30 am
Hampton Cove Campus-6:00 pm
Save the date for this Missions Link! Find how to get engaged with Local, Regional and International service opportunities.
~One Night Without a Home
Saturday, March 10, 6:00 pm through Sunday Morning (Overnight)
Cove families are invited to spend the night on the Hampton Cove Campus front lawn to promote awareness of the homeless in our city. Register online at http://covechurch.com/missions/onenight .Must be 18 years or older and register by Sunday, February 26. Cost is $10 per person, $8 each/2 family members or $7 each/3 family members. Cost includes t-shirt, soup and continental breakfast. Bring your own box (or tent).
~Walk to Church
Sunday, March 18
To raise awareness of poverty and the importance of access to transportation, Cove families are encouraged to walk to church on Sunday, March 18. Watch for more details.
~Appalachia Service Project (Regional)
Thursday, March 15-Sunday, March 18 Jonesville, VA
Visit http://covechurch.com/missions/regional-opportunites/305-appalachia-service- project-2012 for details about this mission project.