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Welcome

Thank you for joining us in gathered worship today!

At Covenant, we are a church that is bound to God and to each other by grace, growing and serving together in love, and living and sharing the hope that we have in Jesus.

We hope that you will be moved towards greater love for Jesus and one another as we pause to praise, pray, and ponder under God’s Word.

The emphasis throughout our Sunday service is that worship is all about God. In our service, we will: worship our Heavenly Father for his miraculous deeds, bear witness to Jesus Christ the Son and the hope he brings through his death and resurrection, be moved to engage with the mission of God through the power of the Holy Spirit as we wait for the return of Christ.

Our service is shaped by the Bible—God’s Word to us. Because of that, our worship follows a shared pattern each week. Christians sometimes call this pattern a “liturgy.”

“Liturgy” simply means “the work of the people.” It reminds us that worship isn’t a performance or a product—it’s something we participate in together. Throughout the service, you’ll have chances to join in with prayers and spoken responses, and you’re warmly invited to take part.

We hope your time with us serves to encourage and fill you with hope and joy. 

Call to Worship

Among the gods there is none like you, Lord; no deeds can compare with yours.
All the nations you have made will come and worship before you, Lord;
they will bring glory to your name.
For you are great and do marvellous deeds; you alone are God.

Psalm 86:8-10

Songs of Invitation

Confession of Sin

Holy God,
we confess that we do not revere you as we should.
In our daily lives, we are prone to neglect you, we often disobey you,
and we fail to treasure you above all things. Though we stand guilty and condemned,
we praise you that Christ bore the penalty of our transgressions against you. Lead us to reject our wayward ways.

Work in us through your Holy Spirit, and let not the passions of the flesh
nor the lust of our mind bring our spirit into slavery. May we yearn once again to live as obedient children, loving you with all our heart, soul, mind, and strength.

In His precious name, we pray,

All: Amen!

Word of Assurance

All are justified freely by his grace through the redemption that came by Christ Jesus.

Romans 3:24

Congregational Prayer

Offering

Regular giving to support our ministry as a gospel partner can be made by direct deposit into our account.

Account Name: Covenant Presbyterian Church

BSB: 032 060

Account: 663 486

Weekly Catechism

New City Catechism for Kids – Question 39

With what attitude should we pray?

With love, perseverance, and gratefulness.

Community News

Mikey’s start date and induction service

Mikey’s first Sunday with us will be Sunday, 25 October. We are looking forward to welcoming Mikey, Amy, Tristan and Sari to Covenant – a welcome lunch will follow the service, stay tuned for more details!

Mikey’s induction service will be held the day before, 3pm Saturday 24 October at Christ College, with ministers from across the Inner West Presbytery joining us. All are welcome to attend to show your support.

Important Dates

October 11	Church Life Hub After service @ Christ College
October 25	Mikey’s Induction Service 3pm @ Christ College
October 26	Mikey’s first Sunday at Covenant 10am @ Christ College

Bible Reading

John 13:1-20

All: Thanks be to God.

Sermon Outline

John 13:1-20

Josh S

Life with Jesus is Others-First

1. Jesus Loves His Own

2. The Lord Commands Us to Follow His Example

3. We Are Blessed If We Do

Conclusion

Songs in Response

Lord’s Prayer

Our Father in heaven,
hallowed be your name,
your kingdom come,
your will be done,
on earth as in heaven.
Give us today our daily bread.
Forgive us our sins
as we forgive those who sin against us.
Lead us not into temptation
but deliver us from evil.
For the kingdom, the power, and the glory are yours
now and for ever.
Amen.

Benediction

Let the message of Christ dwell among you richly as you teach and admonish one another with all wisdom through psalms, hymns, and songs from the Spirit, singing to God with gratitude in your hearts. And whatever you do, whether in word or deed, do it all in the name of the Lord Jesus, giving thanks to God the Father through him.

Colossians 3:16-17

Contact Us

Got a comment, question or prayer point you’d like to share with us? Please get in
touch: https://covenantchurch.com.au/aka/feedback

Welcome

Thank you for joining us in gathered worship today!

At Covenant, we are a church that is bound to God and to each other by grace, growing and serving together in love, and living and sharing the hope that we have in Jesus.

We hope that you will be moved towards greater love for Jesus and one another as we pause to praise, pray, and ponder under God’s Word.

The emphasis throughout our Sunday service is that worship is all about God. In our service, we will: worship our Heavenly Father for his miraculous deeds, bear witness to Jesus Christ the Son and the hope he brings through his death and resurrection, be moved to engage with the mission of God through the power of the Holy Spirit as we wait for the return of Christ.

Our service is shaped by the Bible—God’s Word to us. Because of that, our worship follows a shared pattern each week. Christians sometimes call this pattern a “liturgy.”

“Liturgy” simply means “the work of the people.” It reminds us that worship isn’t a performance or a product—it’s something we participate in together. Throughout the service, you’ll have chances to join in with prayers and spoken responses, and you’re warmly invited to take part.

We hope your time with us serves to encourage and fill you with hope and joy. 

Call to Worship

God is our refuge and strength,
an ever-present help in trouble.
Therefore we will not fear.

Psalm 46:1-2

Songs of Invitation

Confession of Sin

Gracious God, you take no pleasure in the death of the wicked,
you desire that none should perish,
you long that all should turn from their evil ways and live.

Have mercy upon us and forgive the sins of all who turn to you this day,
forsaking the way of pride and bowing humbly before the cross of Christ,
in whose name we pray,

All: Amen!

Word of Assurance

The righteous cry out, and the Lord hears them; he delivers them from all their troubles. The Lord is close to the broken-hearted and saves those who are crushed in spirit.

Psalm 34:17-18

Congregational Prayer

Offering

Regular giving to support our ministry as a gospel partner can be made by direct deposit into our account.

Account Name: Covenant Presbyterian Church

BSB: 032 060

Account: 663 486

Weekly Catechism

New City Catechism for Kids – Question 39

With what attitude should we pray?

With love, perseverance, and gratefulness.

Community News

Mikey’s start date and induction service

Mikey’s first Sunday with us will be Sunday, 25 October. We are looking forward to welcoming Mikey, Amy, Tristan and Sari to Covenant – a welcome lunch will follow the service, stay tuned for more details!

Mikey’s induction service will be held the day before, 3pm Saturday 24 October at Christ College, with ministers from across the Inner West Presbytery joining us. All are welcome to attend.

Important Dates

October 25	Mikey’s Induction Service 3pm @ Christ College
October 26	Mikey’s first Sunday at Covenant 10am @ Christ College

Bible Reading

John 11:1-27

All: Thanks be to God.

Sermon Outline

John 11:1-45

Josh S

Life Beyond Grief

Opening Up

1. “Lord, why?”
   “If you had been here, my brother would not have died.” ~ John 11:21; 32
2. “Lord, why?”
   “It is for the glory of God, so that the Son of God may be glorified through it.” ~ John 11:4
   “… I said this on account of the people standing around, that they may believe that you sent me.” ~ John 11:42
3. ”Lord, why?”
   “Jesus said to her, ‘I am the resurrection and the life. Whoever believes in me, though he die, yet shall he live, and everyone who believes in me shall never die. Do you believe this?’ She said to him, ‘Yes, Lord; I believe that you are the Christ, the Son of God, who is coming into the world.’” ~ John 11:25-27

Life Beyond Grief

Songs in Response

Apostle’s Creed

I believe in God the Father Almighty
Creator of heaven and earth.
I believe in Jesus Christ, God’s only Son, our Lord;
Who was conceived by the Holy Spirit,
Born of the Virgin Mary,
Suffered under Pontius Pilate,
Was crucified, dead, and buried;
He descended to the dead;
On the third day he rose from the dead;
He ascended into heaven,
and is seated at the right hand of the Father;
From there he will come to judge the living and the dead.
I believe in the Holy Spirit;
the holy catholic [universal] Church;
the communion of saints;
the forgiveness of sins;
the resurrection of the body;
and the life everlasting.
Amen.

Benediction

May the God who gives endurance and encouragement give you the same attitude of mind toward each other that Christ Jesus had, so that with one mind and one voice you may glorify the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ.

Romans 15:5-6

Contact Us

Got a comment, question or prayer point you’d like to share with us? Please get in
touch: https://covenantchurch.com.au/aka/feedback

Welcome

Thank you for joining us in gathered worship today!

At Covenant, we are a church that is bound to God and to each other by grace, growing and serving together in love, and living and sharing the hope that we have in Jesus.

We hope that you will be moved towards greater love for Jesus and one another as we pause to praise, pray, and ponder under God’s Word.

The emphasis throughout our Sunday service is that worship is all about God. In our service, we will: worship our Heavenly Father for his miraculous deeds, bear witness to Jesus Christ the Son and the hope he brings through his death and resurrection, be moved to engage with the mission of God through the power of the Holy Spirit as we wait for the return of Christ.

Our service is shaped by the Bible—God’s Word to us. Because of that, our worship follows a shared pattern each week. Christians sometimes call this pattern a “liturgy.”

“Liturgy” simply means “the work of the people.” It reminds us that worship isn’t a performance or a product—it’s something we participate in together. Throughout the service, you’ll have chances to join in with prayers and spoken responses, and you’re warmly invited to take part.

We hope your time with us serves to encourage and fill you with hope and joy. 

Call to Worship

No one is like you, LORD; you are great, and your name is mighty in power. Who should not fear you, King of the nations? This is your due. Among all the wise leaders of the nations and in all their kingdoms, there is no one like you.

Jeremiah 10:6-7

Songs of Invitation

Confession of Sin

Lord, you are a God who is ready to forgive and of infinite kindness,
remove from us all needless and destructive anger.
Grant to us a meek, gentle, humble and peaceable spirit that, mindful of our own weakness, we may with greater patience bear with the weaknesses of others;
and thinking of ourselves with sober judgement,
we may not be provoked when others think poorly of us.

So may we be Christlike in character: patient towards all;
easily won over to forgive the wrongs of others;
not keeping a record of wrongs, or holding the sins of others against them;
that you Lord God may so be gracious towards us.

All: Amen!

Word of Assurance

For the grace of God has appeared that offers salvation to all people.

Titus 2:11

Congregational Prayer

Offering

Regular giving to support our ministry as a gospel partner can be made by direct deposit into our account.

Account Name: Covenant Presbyterian Church

BSB: 032 060

Account: 663 486

Covenant Convo

Weekly Catechism

New City Catechism for Kids – Question 38

What is prayer?

Prayer is pouring out our hearts to God in praise, petition, confession of sin, and thanksgiving.

Community News

Big Day In rego now open (4-6 September)

Join us for a multi-day event as a church family – starting with casual fellowship on Friday night, followed by a weekend of sitting under God’s word, sharing meals, praying, and catching up over cake, afternoon tea, and a Father’s Day breakfast.

Cost is $40 per person (5 y.o. and up) to cover food. You can register at: https://covenantchurch.com.au/bdi-26

Life with Jesus sermon series

Pastor Josh’s new series in the Gospel of John explores what life with Jesus really means. The series is evangelistic in nature and will be accompanied by a “Discover Jesus” course for anyone wanting to explore the Christian faith.

Please be praying for people you might invite and speak to Josh if you’d like to know more about the course.

Important Dates

August 31	Covenant Session meeting Evening @ North Strathfield
September 4-6	Covenant Big Day In Fri evening, Sat afternoon & Sun service @ Christ College

Bible Reading

John 6:1-35

All: Thanks be to God.

Sermon Outline

John 6:1-35

Josh S

Jesus Actually Fills You

Keys to John’s Gospel

1. We work for satisfaction
2. Only Jesus can satisfy
3. Receive Jesus, the bread of life

Conclusion

Songs in Response

Apostle’s Creed

I believe in God the Father Almighty
Creator of heaven and earth.
I believe in Jesus Christ, God’s only Son, our Lord;
Who was conceived by the Holy Spirit,
Born of the Virgin Mary,
Suffered under Pontius Pilate,
Was crucified, dead, and buried;
He descended to the dead;
On the third day he rose from the dead;
He ascended into heaven,
and is seated at the right hand of the Father;
From there he will come to judge the living and the dead.
I believe in the Holy Spirit;
the holy catholic [universal] Church;
the communion of saints;
the forgiveness of sins;
the resurrection of the body;
and the life everlasting.
Amen.

Benediction

May our Lord Jesus Christ himself and God our Father, who
loved us and by his grace gave us eternal encouragement and
good hope, encourage your hearts and strengthen you in every
good deed and word.

2 Thessalonians 2:16–17

Contact Us

Got a comment, question or prayer point you’d like to share with us? Please get in
touch: https://covenantchurch.com.au/aka/feedback

Welcome

Thank you for joining us in gathered worship today!

At Covenant, we are a church that is bound to God and to each other by grace, growing and serving together in love, and living and sharing the hope that we have in Jesus.

We hope that you will be moved towards greater love for Jesus and one another as we pause to praise, pray, and ponder under God’s Word.

The emphasis throughout our Sunday service is that worship is all about God. In our service, we will: worship our Heavenly Father for his miraculous deeds, bear witness to Jesus Christ the Son and the hope he brings through his death and resurrection, be moved to engage with the mission of God through the power of the Holy Spirit as we wait for the return of Christ.

Our service is shaped by the Bible—God’s Word to us. Because of that, our worship follows a shared pattern each week. Christians sometimes call this pattern a “liturgy.”

“Liturgy” simply means “the work of the people.” It reminds us that worship isn’t a performance or a product—it’s something we participate in together. Throughout the service, you’ll have chances to join in with prayers and spoken responses, and you’re warmly invited to take part.

We hope your time with us serves to encourage and fill you with hope and joy. 

Call to Worship

“Who has known the mind of the Lord? Or who has been his counselor?” “Who has ever given to God, that God should repay them?” For from him and through him and for him are all things.
To him be the glory forever! Amen.

Romans 11:34-36

Songs of Invitation

Congregational Prayer

Offering

Regular giving to support our ministry as a gospel partner can be made by direct deposit into our account.

Account Name: Covenant Presbyterian Church

BSB: 032 060

Account: 663 486

Covenant Convo

Weekly Catecism

New City Catechism for Kids – Question 38

What is prayer?

Prayer is pouring out our hearts to God in praise, petition, confession of sin, and thanksgiving.

Community News

Big Day In rego now open (4-6 September)

Join us for a multi-day event as a church family – starting with casual fellowship on Friday night, followed by a weekend of sitting under God’s word, sharing meals, praying, and catching up over cake, afternoon tea, and a Father’s Day breakfast.

Cost is $40 per person (5 y.o. and up) to cover food. You can register at: https://covenantchurch.com.au/bdi-26

Life with Jesussermon series

Pastor Josh’s new series in the Gospel of John explores what life with Jesus really means. The series is evangelistic in nature and will be accompanied by a “Discover Jesus” course for anyone wanting to explore the Christian faith – the first one will be upstairs at 12pm today.

Please be praying for people you might invite and speak to Josh if you’d like to know more about the course.

Important Dates

August 31	Covenant Session meeting Evening @ North Strathfield
September 4-6	Covenant Big Day In Fri evening, Sat afternoon & Sun service @ Christ College

Bible Reading

John 4:1-26

All: Thanks be to God.

Sermon Outline

Life with Jesus is Being Fully Known

John 4:1-26

Josh S

By way of introduction…

1. Jesus knows the Samaritan woman
2. Jesus uncovers her hidden thirst
3. Jesus offers living water

Are you thirsty?

Confession of Sin

Almighty God,
unto whom all hearts are open,
all desires known,
and from whom no secrets are hidden –
cleanse the thoughts of our hearts by the inspiration of your Holy Spirit,
so that we may perfectly love you,
and worthily magnify your holy name;
through Christ our Lord.

All: Amen!

Word of Assurance

Blessed is the one, whose transgressions are forgiven, whose sins are covered.
Blessed is the one, whose sin the Lord does not count against them and in whose spirit is no deceit.

Psalm 32:1-2

Lord’s Supper

Songs in Response

Lord’s Prayer

Our Father in heaven,
hallowed be your name,
your kingdom come,
your will be done,
on earth as in heaven.
Give us today our daily bread.
Forgive us our sins
as we forgive those who sin against us.
Lead us not into temptation
but deliver us from evil.
For the kingdom, the power, and the glory are yours
now and for ever.
Amen.

Benediction

To him who is able to keep you from stumbling and to present you before his glorious presence without fault and with great joy— to the only God our Saviour be glory, majesty, power and authority, through Jesus Christ our Lord, before all ages, now and forevermore! Amen.

Jude 1:24-25

Welcome

Thank you for joining us in gathered worship today!

At Covenant, we are a church that is bound to God and to each other by grace, growing and serving together in love, and living and sharing the hope that we have in Jesus.

We hope that you will be moved towards greater love for Jesus and one another as we pause to praise, pray, and ponder under God’s Word.

The emphasis throughout our Sunday service is that worship is all about God. In our service, we will: worship our Heavenly Father for his miraculous deeds, bear witness to Jesus Christ the Son and the hope he brings through his death and resurrection, be moved to engage with the mission of God through the power of the Holy Spirit as we wait for the return of Christ.

Our service is shaped by the Bible—God’s Word to us. Because of that, our worship follows a shared pattern each week. Christians sometimes call this pattern a “liturgy.”

“Liturgy” simply means “the work of the people.” It reminds us that worship isn’t a performance or a product—it’s something we participate in together. Throughout the service, you’ll have chances to join in with prayers and spoken responses, and you’re warmly invited to take part.

We hope your time with us serves to encourage and fill you with hope and joy. 

Call to Worship

I will extol the Lord at all times; his praise will always be on my lips.
I will glory in the Lord; let the afflicted hear and rejoice.
Glorify the Lord with me; let us exalt his name together.

Psalm 34:1-3

Songs of Invitation

Confession of Sin

O Gracious God
Please forgive us, we pray.
Remove the sins that distance us from You and from those we love and care about. Remove our selfishness, our pride, our envy, and our greed.
Remove from us our thoughtless acts and words that hurt one another.
Remove from us the tendency to hurt others out of revenge and anger.
Forgive us please.
Create in us a clean heart, O Lord.
And renew in us a right spirit.

All: Amen!

Word of Assurance

The Lord is trustworthy in all he promises and faithful in all he does. The Lord upholds all who fall and lifts up all who are bowed down.

Psalm 145:13B-14

Congregational Prayer

Offering

Regular giving to support our ministry as a gospel partner can be made by direct deposit into our account.

Account Name: Covenant Presbyterian Church

BSB: 032 060

Account: 663 486

Covenant Convo

Weekly Catechism

New City Catechism for Kids – Question 37

Q: How does the Holy Spirit help us?

A: The Holy Spirit convicts us of our sin, and he enables us to pray and to understand God’s Word.

Community News

Big Day In rego now open (4-6 September)

Join us for a multi-day event as a church family – starting with casual fellowship on Friday night, followed by a weekend of sitting under God’s word, sharing meals, praying, and catching up over cake, afternoon tea, and a Father’s Day breakfast.

Cost is $40 per person (5 y.o. and up) to cover food. You can register at: https://covenantchurch.com.au/bdi-26

Life with Jesussermon series

Pastor Josh’s new series in the Gospel of John explores what life with Jesus really means. The series is evangelistic in nature and will be accompanied by a “Discover Jesus” course for anyone wanting to explore the Christian faith.

Please be praying for people you might invite, watch this space for more details, and speak to Josh if you’d like to know more about the course.

Important Dates

August 31	Covenant Session meeting Evening @ North Strathfield
September 4-6	Covenant Big Day In Fri evening, Sat afternoon & Sun service @ Christ College

Bible Reading

John 3:1-21

All: Thanks be to God.

Sermon Outline

John 3:1-21

Josh S

Life with Jesus is More than a Do-Over

Getting started: why are we here?

1. Every faith journey starts somewhere
2. Our deepest need is to be born again
3. Believe in Jesus and receive eternal life
4. Conclusion

Songs in Response

Apostle’s Creed

I believe in God the Father Almighty
Creator of heaven and earth.
I believe in Jesus Christ, God’s only Son, our Lord;
Who was conceived by the Holy Spirit,
Born of the Virgin Mary,
Suffered under Pontius Pilate,
Was crucified, dead, and buried;
He descended to the dead;
On the third day he rose from the dead;
He ascended into heaven,
and is seated at the right hand of the Father;
From there he will come to judge the living and the dead.
I believe in the Holy Spirit;
the holy catholic [universal] Church;
the communion of saints;
the forgiveness of sins;
the resurrection of the body;
and the life everlasting.
Amen.

Benediction

But grow in the grace and knowledge of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. To him be glory both now and forever! Amen.

2 Peter 3:18

Contact Us

Got a comment, question or prayer point you’d like to share with us? Please get in
touch: https://covenantchurch.com.au/aka/feedback

Welcome

Thank you for joining us in gathered worship today!

At Covenant, we are a church that is bound to God and to each other by grace, growing and serving together in love, and living and sharing the hope that we have in Jesus.

We hope that you will be moved towards greater love for Jesus and one another as we pause to praise, pray, and ponder under God’s Word.

The emphasis throughout our Sunday service is that worship is all about God. In our service, we will: worship our Heavenly Father for his miraculous deeds, bear witness to Jesus Christ the Son and the hope he brings through his death and resurrection, be moved to engage with the mission of God through the power of the Holy Spirit as we wait for the return of Christ.

Our service is shaped by the Bible—God’s Word to us. Because of that, our worship follows a shared pattern each week. Christians sometimes call this pattern a “liturgy.”

“Liturgy” simply means “the work of the people.” It reminds us that worship isn’t a performance or a product—it’s something we participate in together. Throughout the service, you’ll have chances to join in with prayers and spoken responses, and you’re warmly invited to take part.

We hope your time with us serves to encourage and fill you with hope and joy. 

Call to Worship

No one is like you, LORD; you are great, and your name is mighty in power. Who should not fear you, King of the nations? This is your due. Among all the wise leaders of the nations and in all their kingdoms, there is no one like you.

Jeremiah 10:6-7

Songs of Invitation

Confession of Sin

Holy Lord, we have sinned without number, and have been guilty of pride and unbelief, of failure to find your mind in your word, of neglect to seek you in our daily lives.
Our transgressions and sins present us with a list of accusations.

But we bless you that they will not stand against me, for all have been laid on Christ. Go on to subdue our corruptions, and grant us grace to live above them.
Let not the passions of the flesh nor the lusts of the mind bring our spirit into subjection, but do rule over us in liberty and power.

All: Amen!

Word of Assurance

Blessed is the one, whose transgressions are forgiven, whose sins are covered.
Blessed is the one, whose sin the Lord does not count against them and in whose spirit is no deceit.

Psalm 32:1-2

Congregational Prayer

Offering

Regular giving to support our ministry as a gospel partner can be made by direct deposit into our account.

Account Name: Covenant Presbyterian Church

BSB: 032 060

Account: 663 486

Weekly Catechism

New City Catechism for Kids – Question 36

Q: What do we believe about the Holy Spirit?

A: That he is God, coeternal with the Father and the Son.

Community News

Signing the call to Rev. Michael Nhieu

The call to Mikey Nhieu remains open for signing and we’d love for as many people as possible to show their support. Communicant members and adherents are all invited to add their name to the signature sheet.

Please see one of the elders after the service, or speak to Chong or Robyn, who will be taking the call to Presbytery on 4 August.

We warmly encourage all members to continue discerning for themselves and to play their part in this significant step for our church family.

Life with Jesus – new series starts today (2 August)

Pastor Josh is beginning a new series in the Gospel of John exploring what life with Jesus really means. The series is evangelistic in nature and will be accompanied by a “Discover Jesus” course for anyone wanting to explore the Christian faith.

Please be praying for people you might invite, watch this space for more details, and speak to Josh if you’d like to know more about the course.

Important Dates

August 4	Sydney Inner West Presbytery Meeting 7pm @ Christ College
August 9	Church Life Hub – “Spiritual Health and Mental Health” After service @ Christ College
September 4-6	Covenant Big Day In Fri evening, Sat afternoon & Sun service @ Christ College

Bible Reading

John 1:1-18

All: Thanks be to God.

Sermon Outline

John 1:1-18

Josh S

Life is Wonder

Introducing John

1. Your heart resonates with the glory of God
2. God’s glory shines in the darkness
3. Jesus is the true light, that gives light to everyone
4. Something to take home…

Songs in Response

Apostle’s Creed

I believe in God the Father Almighty
Creator of heaven and earth.
I believe in Jesus Christ, God’s only Son, our Lord;
Who was conceived by the Holy Spirit,
Born of the Virgin Mary,
Suffered under Pontius Pilate,
Was crucified, dead, and buried;
He descended to the dead;
On the third day he rose from the dead;
He ascended into heaven,
and is seated at the right hand of the Father;
From there he will come to judge the living and the dead.
I believe in the Holy Spirit;
the holy catholic [universal] Church;
the communion of saints;
the forgiveness of sins;
the resurrection of the body;
and the life everlasting.
Amen.

Benediction

May our Lord Jesus Christ himself and God our Father, who
loved us and by his grace gave us eternal encouragement and
good hope, encourage your hearts and strengthen you in every
good deed and word.

2 Thessalonians 2:16–17

Contact Us

Got a comment, question or prayer point you’d like to share with us? Please get in
touch: https://covenantchurch.com.au/aka/feedback

Welcome

Thank you for joining us in gathered worship today!

At Covenant, we are a church that is bound to God and to each other by grace, growing and serving together in love, and living and sharing the hope that we have in Jesus.

We hope that you will be moved towards greater love for Jesus and one another as we pause to praise, pray, and ponder under God’s Word.

The emphasis throughout our Sunday service is that worship is all about God. In our service, we will: worship our Heavenly Father for his miraculous deeds, bear witness to Jesus Christ the Son and the hope he brings through his death and resurrection, be moved to engage with the mission of God through the power of the Holy Spirit as we wait for the return of Christ.

Our service is shaped by the Bible—God’s Word to us. Because of that, our worship follows a shared pattern each week. Christians sometimes call this pattern a “liturgy.”

“Liturgy” simply means “the work of the people.” It reminds us that worship isn’t a performance or a product—it’s something we participate in together. Throughout the service, you’ll have chances to join in with prayers and spoken responses, and you’re warmly invited to take part.

We hope your time with us serves to encourage and fill you with hope and joy. 

Call to Worship

Many, Lord my God, are the wonders you have done, the things you planned for us. None can compare with you; were I to speak and tell of your deeds, they would be too many to declare.

Psalm 40:5

Songs of Invitation

Congregational Prayer

Offering

Regular giving to support our ministry as a gospel partner can be made by direct deposit into our account.

Account Name: Covenant Presbyterian Church

BSB: 032 060

Account: 663 486

Weekly Catecism

New City Catechism for Kids – Question 36

What do we believe about the Holy Spirit?

That he is God, coeternal with the Father and the Son.

Community News

Signing the call to Rev. Michael Nhieu

The call to Mikey Nhieu remains open for signing and we’d love for as many people as possible to show their support. Communicant members and adherents are all invited to add their name to the signature sheet.

Please see one of the elders after the service, or speak to Chong or Robyn, who will be taking the call to Presbytery on 4 August.

Life with Jesus – new series from 2 August

Pastor Josh is beginning a new series in the Gospel of John exploring what life with Jesus really means. The series is evangelistic in nature and will be accompanied by a “Discover Jesus” course for anyone wanting to explore the Christian faith.

Please be praying for people you might invite, watch this space for more details, and speak to Josh if you’d like to know more about the course.

Missionary Prayer Newsletter out now!

Our latest Missionary Prayer Newsletter is now available. You can access it via the church community’s WhatsApp announcement channel and join us in praying for our mission partners.

Important Dates

August 4	Sydney Inner West Presbytery Meeting 7pm @ Christ College
September 4-6	Covenant Big Day In Fri evening, Sat afternoon & Sun service @ Christ College

Bible Reading

Psalm 17

All: Thanks be to God.

Sermon Outline

Prayer That Works

Psalm 17

Josh S

1. What is authenticity in prayer
2. Our covenant God IS the foundation of our prayers
3. God’s power revealed in two ways

Confession of Sin

Gracious God, you take no pleasure in the death of the wicked, you desire that none should perish, you long that all should turn from their evil ways and live.

Have mercy upon us and forgive the sins of all who turn to you this day, forsaking the way of pride and bowing humbly before the cross of Christ, in whose name we pray,

All: Amen!

Word of Assurance

For God so loved the world that he gave his one and only Son, that whoever believes in him shall not perish but have eternal life.

John 3:16

Lord’s Supper

Songs in Response

Lord’s Prayer

Our Father in heaven,
hallowed be your name,
your kingdom come,
your will be done,
on earth as in heaven.
Give us today our daily bread.
Forgive us our sins
as we forgive those who sin against us.
Lead us not into temptation
but deliver us from evil.
For the kingdom, the power, and the glory are yours
now and for ever.
Amen.

Benediction

Each of you should use whatever gift you have received to serve others, as faithful stewards of God’s grace in its various forms. If anyone speaks, they should do so as one who speaks the very words of God. If anyone serves, they should do so with the strength God provides, so that in all things God may be praised through Jesus Christ. To him be the glory and the power for ever and ever. Amen.

1 Peter 4:10-11

Welcome

Thank you for joining us in gathered worship today!

At Covenant, we are a church that is bound to God and to each other by grace, growing and serving together in love, and living and sharing the hope that we have in Jesus.

We hope that you will be moved towards greater love for Jesus and one another as we pause to praise, pray, and ponder under God’s Word.

The emphasis throughout our Sunday service is that worship is all about God. In our service, we will: worship our Heavenly Father for his miraculous deeds, bear witness to Jesus Christ the Son and the hope he brings through his death and resurrection, be moved to engage with the mission of God through the power of the Holy Spirit as we wait for the return of Christ.

Our service is shaped by the Bible—God’s Word to us. Because of that, our worship follows a shared pattern each week. Christians sometimes call this pattern a “liturgy.”

“Liturgy” simply means “the work of the people.” It reminds us that worship isn’t a performance or a product—it’s something we participate in together. Throughout the service, you’ll have chances to join in with prayers and spoken responses, and you’re warmly invited to take part.

We hope your time with us serves to encourage and fill you with hope and joy. 

Call to Worship

Taste and see that the Lord is good; blessed is the one who takes refuge in him. Fear the Lord, you his holy people, for those who fear him lack nothing. The lions may grow weak and hungry, but those who seek the Lord lack no good thing.

Psalm 34:8-10

Songs of Invitation

Confession of Sin

Gracious Father,
you sent your son to die and rise to new life in order that death might be brought to an end and that we might live a new life in Him. Yet we confess that we too often have chosen to remain captive to doubt and fear and ways that lead to death.
By our thoughts, words, and actions, we have scorned your love, diminished the lives of others, and defaced your image in us. Father, forgive us for Jesus’ sake, and enable us by His resurrection power to live no longer for ourselves but for Him who died and rose again for us.

All: Amen!

Word of Assurance

“Though the mountains be shaken and the hills be removed, yet my unfailing love for you will not be shaken nor my covenant of peace be removed,” says the Lord, who has compassion on you.

Isaiah 54:10

Congregational Prayer

Offering

Regular giving to support our ministry as a gospel partner can be made by direct deposit into our account.

Account Name: Covenant Presbyterian Church

BSB: 032 060

Account: 663 486

Kids Talk

Dan Chu

Community News

Congregational Meeting, 19 July

We will be holding a Congregational Meeting after service today. This is an important moment for Covenant – at the meeting, we will ask the congregation to approve the Terms of Call and to extend the call to Mikey Nhieu as our Senior Minister.

We warmly encourage all members to continue discerning for themselves and to play their part in this significant step for our church family.

Missionary Prayer Newsletter out now!

Our latest Missionary Prayer Newsletter is now available. You can access it via the church community’s WhatsApp announcement channel and join us in praying for our mission partners.

Important Dates

July 19	Congregational Meeting After service @ Christ College
September 4-6	Covenant Big Day In Fri evening, Sat afternoon & Sun service @ Christ College

Bible Reading

Psalm 133, Matthew 5:1-16, Matthew 5:21-26

All: Thanks be to God.

Sermon Outline

Revising Our Sunday Order of Service

Psalm 133 , Matthew 5:1-16; 21-26

Joshua S

Songs in Response

Apostle’s Creed

I believe in God the Father Almighty
Creator of heaven and earth.
I believe in Jesus Christ, God’s only Son, our Lord;
Who was conceived by the Holy Spirit,
Born of the Virgin Mary,
Suffered under Pontius Pilate,
Was crucified, dead, and buried;
He descended to the dead;
On the third day he rose from the dead;
He ascended into heaven,
and is seated at the right hand of the Father;
From there he will come to judge the living and the dead.
I believe in the Holy Spirit;
the holy catholic [universal] Church;
the communion of saints;
the forgiveness of sins;
the resurrection of the body;
and the life everlasting.
Amen

Benediction

Let the message of Christ dwell among you richly as you teach and admonish one another with all wisdom through psalms, hymns, and songs from the Spirit, singing to God with gratitude in your hearts. And whatever you do, whether in word or deed, do it all in the name of the Lord Jesus, giving thanks to God the Father through him.

Colossians 3:16-17

Contact Us

Got a comment, question or prayer point you’d like to share with us? Please get in
touch: https://covenantchurch.com.au/aka/feedback

Welcome

Thank you for joining us in gathered worship today!

At Covenant, we are a church that is bound to God and to each other by grace, growing and serving together in love, and living and sharing the hope that we have in Jesus.

We hope that you will be moved towards greater love for Jesus and one another as we pause to praise, pray, and ponder under God’s Word.

The emphasis throughout our Sunday service is that worship is all about God. In our service, we will: worship our Heavenly Father for his miraculous deeds, bear witness to Jesus Christ the Son and the hope he brings through his death and resurrection, be moved to engage with the mission of God through the power of the Holy Spirit as we wait for the return of Christ.

Our service is shaped by the Bible—God’s Word to us. Because of that, our worship follows a shared pattern each week. Christians sometimes call this pattern a “liturgy.”

“Liturgy” simply means “the work of the people.” It reminds us that worship isn’t a performance or a product—it’s something we participate in together. Throughout the service, you’ll have chances to join in with prayers and spoken responses, and you’re warmly invited to take part.

We hope your time with us serves to encourage and fill you with hope and joy. 

Call to Worship

Great and marvelous are your deeds, Lord God Almighty. Just and true are your ways, King of the nations. Who will not fear you, Lord, and bring glory to your name? For you alone are holy. All nations will come and worship before you, for your righteous acts have been revealed.

Revelation 15:3-4

Songs of Invitation

Confession of Sin

God of mercy, we confess that we sinned against your majesty in thought, word, and deed, by the things we have done, and by the things we have left undone. We have not loved you with heart, soul, mind, and strength, and we have not loved our neighbour as ourselves. We are truly sorry and humbly repent.

For the sake of your Son, Jesus Christ, have mercy on us. Forgive us, renew us, and lead us, so that we may delight in your will, and walk in your ways, to the glory of your holy Name

All: Amen!

Word of Assurance

For it is by grace you have been saved, through faith—and this is not from yourselves, it is the gift of God— not by works, so that no one can boast.

Ephesians 2:8-9

Congregational Prayer

Offering

Regular giving to support our ministry as a gospel partner can be made by direct deposit into our account.

Account Name: Covenant Presbyterian Church

BSB: 032 060

Account: 663 486

Weekly Catecism

New City Catechism for Kids – Question 35

Q: Since we are redeemed by grace alone, through faith alone, where does this faith come from?

A: From the Holy Spirit.

Community News

Congregational Meeting, 19 July

We will be holding a Congregational Meeting after service on Sunday, 19 July. This is an important moment for Covenant – at the meeting, we will ask the congregation to approve the Terms of Call and to extend the call to Mikey Nhieu as our Senior Minister.

We warmly encourage all members to continue discerning for themselves and to play their part in this significant step for our church family.

Missionary Prayer Newsletter out now!

Our latest Missionary Prayer Newsletter is now available. You can access it via the church community’s WhatsApp announcement channel and join us in praying for our mission partners.

Online Q&A with the Selection Committee

An optional online Q&A with the Selection Committee will be held on Thursday, 9 July at 8:00 pm. This is an opportunity to ask questions and hear more about the pastoral search process. The link will be provided in our WhatsApp announcement channel.

Sunday School (12 July)

Sunday School will continue as usual next week on 12 July. We look forward to seeing all our children there.

Important Dates

July 19	Congregational Meeting After service @ Christ College
September 4-6	Covenant Big Day In Fri evening, Sat afternoon & Sun service @ Christ College

Bible Reading

1 Corinthians 12

All: Thanks be to God.

Sermon Outline

God Shows Up in Our Serving

1 Corinthians 12

Joshua S

Songs in Response

Apostle’s Creed

I believe in God the Father Almighty
Creator of heaven and earth.
I believe in Jesus Christ, God’s only Son, our Lord;
Who was conceived by the Holy Spirit,
Born of the Virgin Mary,
Suffered under Pontius Pilate,
Was crucified, dead, and buried;
He descended to the dead;
On the third day he rose from the dead;
He ascended into heaven,
and is seated at the right hand of the Father;
From there he will come to judge the living and the dead.
I believe in the Holy Spirit;
the holy catholic [universal] Church;
the communion of saints;
the forgiveness of sins;
the resurrection of the body;
and the life everlasting.
Amen

Benediction

Now to him who is able to establish you in accordance with my gospel, the message I proclaim about Jesus Christ, in keeping with the revelation of the mystery hidden for long ages past, but now revealed and made known through the prophetic writings by the command of the eternal God, so that all the Gentiles might come to the obedience that comes from faith— to the only wise God be glory forever through Jesus Christ! Amen.

Romans 16:25-27

Contact Us

Got a comment, question or prayer point you’d like to share with us? Please get in
touch: https://covenantchurch.com.au/aka/feedback

Welcome

Thank you for joining us in gathered worship today!

At Covenant, we are a church that is bound to God and to each other by grace, growing and serving together in love, and living and sharing the hope that we have in Jesus.

We hope that you will be moved towards greater love for Jesus and one another as we pause to praise, pray, and ponder under God’s Word.

The emphasis throughout our Sunday service is that worship is all about God. In our service, we will: worship our Heavenly Father for his miraculous deeds, bear witness to Jesus Christ the Son and the hope he brings through his death and resurrection, be moved to engage with the mission of God through the power of the Holy Spirit as we wait for the return of Christ.

Our service is shaped by the Bible—God’s Word to us. Because of that, our worship follows a shared pattern each week. Christians sometimes call this pattern a “liturgy.”

“Liturgy” simply means “the work of the people.” It reminds us that worship isn’t a performance or a product—it’s something we participate in together. Throughout the service, you’ll have chances to join in with prayers and spoken responses, and you’re warmly invited to take part.

We hope your time with us serves to encourage and fill you with hope and joy. 

Call to Worship

Sing to the Lord a new song, for he has done marvellous things;
his right hand and his holy arm have worked salvation for him.
The Lord has made his salvation known and revealed his righteousness to the nations.
He has remembered his love and his faithfulness to Israel; all the ends of the earth have seen the salvation of our God.

Psalm 98:1-3

Songs of Invitation

Word of Assurance

Because of his great love for us, God, who is rich in mercy, made us alive with Christ even when we were dead in transgressions—it is by grace you have been saved.

Ephesians 2:4-5

Congregational Prayer

Offering

Regular giving to support our ministry as a gospel partner can be made by direct deposit into our account.

Account Name: Covenant Presbyterian Church

BSB: 032 060

Account: 663 486

Weekly Catecism

New City Catechism for Kids – Question 34

Since we are redeemed by grace alone, through Christ alone, must we still do good works and obey God’s Word?

Yes, so that our lives may show love and gratitude to God; and so that by our godly behavior others may be won to Christ.

Community News

Congregational Meeting, 19 July

We will be holding a Congregational Meeting after service on Sunday, 19 July. This is an important moment for Covenant – at the meeting, we will ask the congregation to approve the Terms of Call and to extend the call to Mikey Nhieu as our Senior Minister.

We warmly encourage all members to continue discerning for themselves and to play their part in this significant step for our church family.

Venue Safety Review

We are reviewing the physical layout and site conditions at Christ College to ensure it is as safe as possible for everyone, particularly our children. We will share any recommendations and next steps with the congregation in due course.

Big Day In 2026, 4-6 September

Save the date! Big Day In is back – a whole-church weekend hosted right here at Covenant, running from Friday evening through to Sunday service. More details to come soon. We’d love everyone to be part of it.

Important Dates

July 5	Prayer Corner 9am @ Christ College
July 19	Congregational Meeting After service @ Christ College

Bible Reading

Exodus 25:1-9

Exodus 40:1-3

Exodus 40:16-38

All: Thanks be to God.

Sermon Outline

Emmanuel: God with Us

Exodus 40:34

Joshua S

1. God’s presence is the ultimate sign of his favour.
2. God’s presence in the tabernacle points to something greater.

Confession of Sin

God of grace and truth,
in Jesus Christ you came among us
as light shining in darkness.
We confess that we have not welcomed the light,
or trusted the good news to be good.
We have closed our eyes to glory in our midst,
expecting little, and hoping for less.
Forgive our doubt, and renew our hope,
so that we may receive the fullness of your grace,
and live in the truth of Christ the Lord.

All: Amen!

Lord’s Supper

Songs in Response

Lord’s Prayer

Our Father in heaven,
hallowed be your name,
your kingdom come,
your will be done,
on earth as in heaven.
Give us today our daily bread.
Forgive us our sins
as we forgive those who sin against us.
Lead us not into temptation
but deliver us from evil.
For the kingdom, the power, and the glory are yours
now and for ever.
Amen.

Benediction

May the God of hope fill you with all joy and peace in believing, so that you may abound in hope by the power of the Holy Spirit.

Romans 15:13