Announcements

Open House for ECC Facility in November

CHICAGO, IL (October 8, 2010) – The public will have an opportunity to tour new offices of the Evangelical Covenant Church on West Higgins Road during an open house to be held in November.

Seeking Candidates for Alaska Field Director Position

EAGLE RIVER, AK (October 7, 2010) – A search process is under way for a new field director to lead the Evangelical Covenant Church of Alaska (ECCAK) regional office, replacing retiring Field Director Rodney Sawyer.

Two Leaders Nominated to Additional Terms

CHICAGO, IL (October 5, 2010) – Two executive ministers were nominated for additional four-year terms and a process was approved around the theme of Organizing for Mission when the Executive Board of the Evangelical Covenant Church met this past weekend.

Fraudulent Email Making the Rounds

CHICAGO, IL (October 5, 2010) – A bogus email purporting to come from Evangelical Covenant Church President Gary Walter was making the rounds early Tuesday, claiming Walter was robbed at gunpoint while visiting London and asking email recipients to respond with offers of help.

AVA Launches 31-Day Campaign

CHICAGO, IL (October 2, 2010) – The Advocacy for Victims of Abuse (AVA) ministry launched its 31-Days Campaign on Friday, and it will include stories told by women who attend Evangelical Covenant churches, sharing how they have experienced healing.

Bethany Reports Benefit Improvements and Rates

CHICAGO, IL (October 1, 2010) – Bethany Benefit Service medical premiums next year will increase four percent, well under the average nine to 11 percent increases projected for most other employee medical plans for 2011, it was announced today.

Director of Advancement Application Deadline Approaching

CHICAGO, IL (October 1, 2010) – Individuals interested in applying for the position as director of advancement for the Evangelical Covenant Church (ECC) have until October 30 to submit a cover letter and resume.

New Covenant Trust Company President Named

CHICAGO, IL (September 24, 2010) – Ann P. Wiesbrock has been selected to serve as president of Covenant Trust Company, replacing Chuck Walles who is retiring this year.

Engebretson Elected President of IFFEC

COMA-RUGA, SPAIN (September 17, 2010) – Donn E. Engebretson has been elected president of the International Federation of Free Evangelical Churches, whose General Assembly is meeting this week in Coma-Ruga south of Barcelona.

Nils W. Lund Lectures to be Rescheduled

CHICAGO, IL (September 16, 2010) – Due to a family emergency, the Nils W. Lund Lectures, to be given by Michael Gorman on September 22 at North Park Theological Seminary, have been cancelled.