Make & Deepen Disciples
We foster discipleship through resources, events, and generational ministries
A disciple is someone who follows Jesus, is transformed by Jesus, and is on mission with Jesus. The Evangelical Covenant Church aims to mobilize a multiethnic movement of disciples who make disciples across all ages.
Make & Deepen Disciples
How We Support Discipleship
Children & Families
We equip churches with discipleship resources for early faith formation, helping children and families grow in worship, Scripture, spiritual practices, evangelism, compassion, and justice.
Youth & Young Adults
We provide resources, events, and coaching to equip youth leaders and parents in local congregations so that students in and out of the church may come to know, love, and serve Jesus Christ.
Crescendo 60+
Crescendo focuses on unleashing the missional potential of the 60+ demographic. Coaches and resource specialists engage leaders in planning ministries targeting these age groups.
Intentional Evangelism
We support evangelism in the local church primarily through BLESS, a holistic approach to disciple making that is comprised of five missional practices: begin with prayer, listen with care, eat together, serve in love, and share the story.
Spiritual Direction
Spiritual Direction is a ministry of listening, discernment, and prayer in a confidential setting of encouragement and compassion.
Resources
A curriculum designed to explore what it means to become a member of an Evangelical Covenant Church.
A suite of resources designed as an intentional pathway to equip every Covenanter to make more disciples through a new approach to prayer and evangelism.
Our mission is to inspire and equip listeners to grow in their faith and deepen their relationship with Jesus Christ. Each episode features insightful discussions, powerful testimonies, and practical teachings that encourage spiritual growth and community engagement.
Justice Journey for Kids forms children to follow Jesus in word and deed, uniting evangelism and justice through the Great Commandment and Great Commission. Available in English and Spanish.
We foster a women’s discipleship experience through a cohort model centered on a 10-session small group study called Designed.
We aim to promote and provide a healthy dialogue around sexual discipleship. Through our Embrace ministry, learn more about a variety of topics related to faith, gender, and sexuality.
Events
This isn’t just another online event where you sit back and watch. In this interactive webinar, you’ll learn and practice how to share hope in everyday moments—with family, coworkers, neighbors, and even strangers God places in your path.
The NextGen Conference is designed for all children, youth, and young adult ministry leaders to find connections, develop leadership skills, be inspired, and be empowered to continue investing in the next generation.
Get ready for five unforgettable days of powerful worship, dynamic youth sessions, heartfelt prayer, high-energy activities, and meaningful service.
BLESS Sunday is April 12, 2026, the week after Easter! We’ve created resources for the whole church—including small group guides for adults, children, and youth.
Our Stories
Crescendo: How the Ministry Grew
Crescendo began as a pilot project in 2016 to help people sixty and older keep living fully with God and each other. For its tenth anniversary, its founders look back at how the ministry has grown and changed.
New Rhythm Announced for BLESS Sunday
The Make and Deepen Disciples team announces new BLESS Sunday date: January 24, 2027.
Cov Doings: Youth Ministry Edition
Stories from Covenant youth ministry about a student-led worship night, a paid summer service program, and a forty-year-old gathering for middle schoolers.
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.
Let the Children Come
For more than twenty-five years, Steve Burger helped the Covenant welcome children and families, reminding the church that children are not just the future—but full participants in the life of the Spirit today.
Children and Family Ministry in a Season of Renewal
Jessica Springer, the Covenant’s new director of children and family ministry, reflects on her hope for helping families see everyday life as sacred. She envisions nurturing faith through listening, collaboration, and creativity in homes and congregations.
