Gather 2026: The Work of One Another

Last week, delegates gathered to mark fifty years of ordaining women, share stories of God’s faithfulness, welcome new churches, and ordain and commission new ministers.

Christine Cikanek Honored for Outstanding Lay Ministry

Christine “Chris” Cikanek of the Evangelical Covenant Church of Princeton, Illinois, received the Theodore W. Anderson Award for outstanding lay ministry at the 141st Annual Meeting.

Paul E. Larsen

Rev. Dr. Paul E. Larsen, seventh president of the Evangelical Covenant Church, passed away peacefully on May 26, 2026, in La Quinta, California. He was 92.

Covenant Companion Recognized for Excellence

The Covenant Companion received multiple honors this year from the Evangelical Press Association and Associated Church Press, recognizing excellence in writing, visual storytelling, podcasting, and digital publishing across print and online platforms.

Many Nations Gather as One

On February 15, Centennial Covenant Church in Littleton, Colorado, hosted its fourth Many Nations gathering—an evening where churches and ministries came together to worship and pray across cultures and languages.

Unite 2027: One Generation, One Gathering

Unite is coming to Lincoln, Nebraska! In July 2027, Covenant youth will gather for worship, discipleship, and community in a catalytic, denomination-wide event.

Faith Under Watch in the Twin Cities

Amid fear and uncertainty in the Twin Cities, Covenant churches are living into their shared life in Christ—adapting ministries, gathering in prayer, and practicing costly love as a witness to the kingdom of God.

Finding Opportunity in the Rubble

After a massive ceiling beam collapsed inside Paxton Covenant Church, Pastor Keith Reuther reflects on a narrow miss, an outpouring of community support, and the unexpected opportunity for witness and growth in the midst of disruption.