First Covenant Church Minneapolis

Thanks to Jimmy and Liz Miller for making lots of bags of popcorn for the Brighter Days Recovery Center Grand Opening. They had the distinct honor of being the first volunteers from 1st Cov to use the new kitchen vent hood. They also treated shelter guests to a big vat of popcorn. Jimmy and Liz set the bar high for kitchen clean-up too!

Karen Benson and Gunnard Swanson will soon reach 1st Cov Volunteer super status! On Wednesday, they helped sort clothes for a Winter Donation Distribution event for fire victims and community members, hosted by Elliot Park Neighborhood Inc. at Elliot Park Recreation Centers. Just in time for our first snowstorm!

The clothing and coats were collected by EPNI volunteers and 1st Cov Staff. In addition, two huge pallets full of winter gear and long-sleeved sweatshirts were also donated and delivered by the St. Vincent DePaul Society. Leftover coats, boots, and sweatshirts were donated to GMCC for distribution to kids in need and homeless adults in South Minneapolis.

We are thrilled to announce that the 1st Cov Gospel Choir led by Robert Robinson will be singing before the Community Table Gatherings scheduled for Sunday, November 17th, and Sunday, December 15th, at 10am. All are welcome to join the Gospel Choir for rehearsals beginning at 6:30pm on Thursday, November 14th, and Tuesday, December 10th. Please email [email protected] if you need information on parking and entering the building.