Resources

Ethical Principles for Covenant Ministers

All credentialed clergy must agree to abide by the Ethical Principles for Covenant Ministers. The Ethical Principles were approved by the Board of Ordered Ministry in June 2010.

Congregational Membership Documentation

As your congregation prepares for membership in the Evangelical Covenant Church denomination, these documents (from the Church Membership Packet) will be of use.

Christian Formation in the Local Church

This is a guidebook/manual for church discussion, discernment and direction on Christian formation in the local church. Christian formation encompasses the key elements of the mission of the church.

Glad Hearts

This is a compilation of the comments and reflections on theology, church life, and the personal walk of faith. Biblical commentary is included in generous measure, along with meditation, admonition, and celebration.

Covenant Roots

This book includes minutes, articles, and essays that describe the history, faith and mission of the Covenant Church.

By One Spirit

This book is the definitive history of the Covenant Church, tracing its theological foundations and developments through 1962.

World Mission Planning Manuals

The planning manuals found here include Breathing Life into Your Mission Group, CAPS: Mission Possible Manual, Children’s Mission Fair Planning Manual, and the Family Fun Night Planning Guide.

The Song Goes On

A hymnal supplement, The Song Goes On contains 177 worship songs in a variety of categories such as gathering, prayer, praise, witness, and others.

Servant Leadership

Servant Leadership is a two volume set designed to elicit discussion and give direction to Covenant polity and what it means to be servant leaders.