Covenant Presbyterian Church

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  • A God to Fear

    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

    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

    Weekly Catecism

    New City Catechism for Kids – Question 32

    What do justification and sanctification mean?

    A: Justification means our declared righteousness before God. Sanctification means our gradual, growing righteousness.

    Community News

    Covenant Session summary reports

    Covenant Session summary reports are available for meetings up to 27 April 2026. Please use this link to access: https://covenantchurch.com.au/aka/sessionsummary

    Mid-year reflection with the elders, 14 June

    Following our service on 14 June, the elders will be sharing a mid-year update on the life and ministries of Covenant, followed by a time of open Q&A. We’d love to hear what’s on your mind. You’re welcome to submit your questions in advance via covenantchurch.com.au/aka/feedback.

    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

    May 25Session meeting
    8.30pm @ North Strathfield
    June 14Mid-year reflection with the elders
    After service @ Christ College

    Bible Reading

    Exodus 14:10-31

    All: Thanks be to God.

    Sermon Outline

    A God to Fear

    Exodus 14:10-31

    Joshua S

    Introduction: Jacob’s journey with fear

    1. The trap of idolatrous fear (Exodus 14:10)
    2. How does God respond to idolatrous fear? (Exodus 14:13-14)
    3. The freedom of holy fear (Exodus 15:20-21)

    Application

    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!

    Lord’s Supper

    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 God himself, the God of peace, sanctify you through and through. May your whole spirit, soul and body be kept blameless at the coming of our Lord Jesus Christ. 

    1 Thessalonians 5:23

  • God Our Redeemer

    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

    Confession of Sin

    Almighty God,
    continue to work in us what is pleasing to you.
    Grant to us the grace to see our sins as you see them,
    so to grieve over them: then turn our sin into repentance,
    and let our repentance lead to forgiveness;
    and teach us to diligently guard all our actions
    that we may never willingly transgress your laws or disobey your Word,
    but make it our life’s work to obey you,
    the joy of our souls to please you, and the purest of all our desires to live with you in your kingdom of grace and glory.

    All: Amen!

    Word of Assurance

    We believe it is through the grace of our Lord Jesus that we are saved, just as they are.

    Acts 15:11

    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

    Weekly Catecism

    New City Catechism for Kids – Question 31

    Q: What do we believe by true faith?

    A: We believe in God the Father Almighty, Maker of heaven and earth; and in Jesus Christ his only Son our Lord, who was conceived by the Holy Spirit, born of the virgin Mary, suffered under Pontius Pilate, was crucified, died, and was buried. He descended into hell. The third day he rose again from the dead. He ascended into heaven, and is seated at the right hand of God the Father Almighty; from there he will come to judge the living and the dead. We believe in the Holy Spirit, the holy catholic church, the communion of saints, the forgiveness of sins, the resurrection of the body, and the life everlasting.

    Community News

    Receiving Victor Lau into membership, 17 May

    We are looking forward to formally receiving Victor Lau into membership at Covenant today. Please join us in celebrating this occasion – it is a joy to see God expand our church family as we love, grow, serve and witness together.

    Bible storytelling workshop, 17 May

    Earlier this year Josh introduced us to the art of telling Bible stories for evangelism. Today at 1pm, he will be running a follow-up session exploring how to craft impactful Bible stories across a range of contexts: evangelism, Bible teaching, children’s ministry, and personal devotions. Whether you missed the earlier sessions or want to go deeper, come along and join us after service!

    Mid-year reflection with the elders, 14 June

    Following our service on 14 June, the elders will be sharing a mid-year update on the life and ministries of Covenant, followed by a time of open Q&A. We’d love to hear what’s on your mind. You’re welcome to submit your questions in advance via covenantchurch.com.au/aka/feedback.

    Important Dates

    May 17Receiving Victor into membership
    During service @ Christ College
    May 17Bible storytelling workshop
    1pm @ Christ College
    June 14Mid-year reflection with the elders
    After service @ Christ College

    Bible Reading

    Exodus 11:4-12:13

    All: Thanks be to God.

    Sermon Outline

    God the Redeemer

    Exodus 11:4-12:13

    Joshua

    Introduction: A Blueprint of redemption

    1. Redeemed from slavery
    2. Redeemed from judgement
    3. Redeemed with blood
    4. Redeemed to the LORD

    Implications

    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

    Now to him who is able to do immeasurably more than all we ask or imagine, according to his power that is at work within us, to him be glory in the church and in Christ Jesus throughout all generations, for ever and ever! Amen.

    Ephesians 3:20-21

    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

  • I am the LORD

    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

    The Lord reigns, he is robed in majesty; the Lord is robed in majesty and armed with strength; indeed, the world is established, firm and secure. Your throne was established long ago; you are from all eternity.

    Psalm 93:1-2

    Songs of Invitation

    Confession of Sin

    Eternal God,
    in whom we live and move and have our being,
    whose face is hidden from us by our sins,
    and whose mercy we forget in the blindness of our hearts:
    Cleanse us from all our offenses,
    and deliver us from proud thoughts and vain desires,
    that with reverent and humble hearts
    we may draw near to you,
    confessing our faults,
    confiding in your grace,
    and finding in you our refuge and strength;
    through Jesus Christ your Son.

    All: Amen!

    Word of Assurance

    To the praise of his glorious grace, which he has freely given us in the One he loves. In him we have redemption through his blood, the forgiveness of sins, in accordance with the riches of God’s grace.

    Ephesians 1:6-7

    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 30

    Q: What is faith in Jesus Christ?

    A: Receiving and resting on him alone for salvation as he is offered to us in the gospel.

    Community News

    Congregational Meeting, 3 May

    Today we will be holding a follow-up Congregational Meeting on 3 May, straight after service. The meeting will present the 2025 financial statements and consider the revised 2026 budget for approval.

    All members are encouraged to attend. You can access the agenda and relevant documents via the church’s WhatsApp announcement channel.

    Special morning tea, 10 May

    Next Sunday we’ll be sharing a special morning tea together. It’s an opportunity to pause and give thanks for the women in our church family – our spiritual mothers and sisters – whose faithfulness, care, and love have shaped and sustained so many of us.

    Please join us after service.

    Receiving Victor Lau into membership, 17 May

    We are looking forward to formally receiving Victor Lau into membership at Covenant on Sunday, 17 May. Please join us in celebrating this occasion – it is a joy to see God expand our church family as we love, grow, serve and witness together.

    Important Dates

    May 3Congregational Meeting
    After service @ Christ College
    May 10Church Life Hub
    After service @ Christ College
    May 15Prayer and Prayer Night
    6.30pm BYO dinner, 7.30pm start @ Christ College
    May 17Receiving Victor into membership
    During service @ Christ College

    Bible Reading

    Exodus 6:1-13

    Exodus 9:13-24

    All: Thanks be to God.

    Sermon Outline

    I am the LORD

    Exodus 6:1-13 & Exodus 9:13-24

    Joshua S

    Introduction and context

    1. God raised you up for a purpose.
    1. God reveals himself through acts of power.
      • God reveals himself as LORD of all.
      • God reveals himself that we might fear and trust him.
    1. God’s grand purpose is that his name be proclaimed in all the earth.
      • God proclaims his name to us.
      • God proclaims his name through us.

    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

  • The God who makes Himself known

    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

    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!

    Word of Assurance

    Do not be anxious about anything, but in every situation, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God. And the peace of God, which transcends all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus.

    Philippians 4:6-7

    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

    Holiday Kid’s Talk

    Community News

    Prayer and Praise moved to 15 May

    There has been a change in calendar dates, please be aware that Prayer and Praise has now moved to 15 May. We hope to see you there!

    Covenant Lunch at the Park today

    Goodbye summer and hello autumn! Bring your picnic mats and lunch as we lunch together at Woodstock Park after service.

    Congregational Meeting 3 May

    On 3 May 2026, we will be calling a Congregational Meeting to make resolutions for the budget this year. Hope you see you all there!

    Bible Reading

    Exodus 2:23-3:14

    John 14:21

    All: Thanks be to God.

    Sermon Outline

    The God who makes Himself known

    Exodus 2:23-3:14 / John 14:21

    Josh

    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

    The LORD bless you and keep you;
    The LORD make his face shine on you and be gracious to you;
    The LORD turn his face toward you and give you peace.

    Numbers 6:24-26

  • Living Hope in a Broken World (Resurrection)

    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, the blessed and only Ruler, the King of kings and Lord of lords, who alone is immortal and who lives in unapproachable light, whom no one has seen or can see. To him be honour and might forever. Amen.

    1 Timothy 6:15-16

    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

    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

    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

    Easter Kid’s Talk

    Community News

    Consider supporting FEBC Australia this Easter

    Right now, many believers around the world are choosing Jesus despite pressure, threats, and persecution. In places where the name of Jesus cannot be spoken publicly, FEBC broadcasts continue to stay on air and online—bringing hope in people’s heart language. Click this link to find out more: https://febc.org.au/easter-appeal/

    Bible Reading

    Isaiah 25:6-8

    Romans 6:1-5

    All: Thanks be to God.

    Sermon Outline

    Living hope in a broken world (Resurrection)

    Isaiah 25:6-8 / Romans 6:1-5

    Josh

    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

    And from Jesus Christ, who is the faithful witness, the firstborn from the dead, and the ruler of the kings of the earth. To him who loves us and has freed us from our sins by his blood, and has made us to be a kingdom and priests to serve his God and Father—to him be glory and power for ever and ever! Amen.

    Revelation 1:5-6

  • Living Hope in a Broken World (Crucifixion)

    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 believed our message
        and to whom has the arm of the Lord been revealed?
    He grew up before him like a tender shoot,
        and like a root out of dry ground.
    He had no beauty or majesty to attract us to him,
        nothing in his appearance that we should desire him.
    He was despised and rejected by mankind,
        a man of suffering, and familiar with pain.
    Like one from whom people hide their faces
        he was despised, and we held him in low esteem.

    Isaiah 53:1-3

    Songs of Invitation

    Responsive Reading

    Surely he took up our pain
    and bore our suffering,
    yet we considered him punished by God
    stricken by him, and afflicted.

    But he was pierced for our transgressions,
    he was crushed for our iniquities;
    the punishment that brought us peace was on him,
    and by his wounds we are healed.

    We all, like sheep, have gone astray,
    each of us has turned to our own way;
    and the Lord has laid on him
    the iniquity of us all.

    He was assigned a grave with the wicked,
    and with the rich in his death,
    though he had done no violence,
    nor was any deceit in his mouth.

    Isaiah 53:4-6, 9

    Congregational Prayer

    O that old rugged cross, so despised by the world,
    has a wondrous attraction for me;
    for the dear Lamb of God left his glory above
    to bear it to dark Calvary.

    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

    Community News

    Easter and the Mission of Jesus

    Easter Sunday is around the corner! Do you have a friend wanting to find more about Jesus? This is a great time to invite them along to hear a clear presentation of the gospel.

    Unofficial community WhatsApp chat

    We’ve also set up an unofficial Covenant chat as a thread for people to hang out, chat, and organise things like movies, games, etc. Totally opt-in—join if you’re interested! You can find it in the Covenant Church Community WhatsApp groups.

    Covenant 2026 calendar

    Want to know what is going on at our church this year? Please visit and subscribe to the Covenant 2026 calendar: https://www.covenantchurch.com.au/calendar/

    We would love for you to journey and plan your calendar with us.

    Important Dates

    Easter Sunday – 5 April 2026

    Bible Reading

    Luke 22:1-23

    All: Thanks be to God.

    Sermon Outline

    Knowing Christ as the lord over the chaos

    Isaiah 53:1-5

    Josh

    1. Jesus knows your brokenness
    2. Jesus smashed the cycle of brokenness
    3. Jesus is our journey to wholeness

    Songs in Response

    Benediction

    The Lord bless you
    and keep you;
    the Lord make his face shine on you
    and be gracious to you;
    the Lord turn his face toward you
    and give you peace.

    Numbers 6:24-26

  • The God of My Story

    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

    Congregational Prayer

    Weekly Catecism

    New City Catechism for Kids – Question 28

    Q: What happens after death to those not united to Christ by faith?

    A: They will be cast out from the presence of God, into hell, to be justly punished, forever.

    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

    Community News

    Annual Congregational Meeting on Sunday, 22 March

    Our Annual Congregational Meeting will be held on 22 March, straight after service. All members are encouraged to attend. The meeting will receive ministry and financial reports, approve the 2026 budget, and (re-)elect members to the Committee of Management and Selection Committee.

    If you have any questions ahead of the meeting, please speak to one of the elders.

    Good Friday and Easter Sunday, 3 & 5 April

    This year we will be holding services on both Good Friday (3 April) and Easter Sunday (5 April) as we gather to remember the death and celebrate the resurrection of Jesus Christ.

    These are wonderful opportunities to invite a friend or family member to hear the gospel. We’d love to see you and those you bring on the important days of the Christian calendar.

    Important Dates

    March 22Annual Congregational Meeting
    After service @ Christ College
    April 3Good Friday service
    10am @ Christ College
    April 5Prayer Corner
    9am @ Christ College
    April 5Easter Sunday service
    10am @ Christ College

    Covenant Welcome

    Bible Reading

    Exodus 2

    Numbers 12:3

    All: Thanks be to God.

    Sermon Outline

    The God of My Story

    Exodus 2, Numbers 12:3
    Josh S

    Confession of Sin

    Lord, for the sake of your tender mercy,
    do not hold us accountable for our sins,
    but forgive all that is past and give us grace to amend our lives;
    to decline from sin and incline to righteousness,
    that we may walk with a pure heart before you,
    now and evermore

    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

    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

  • The God Who Is Faithful

    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; sing to the Lord, all the earth.
    Sing to the Lord, praise his name; proclaim his salvation day after day.
    Declare his glory among the nations, his marvelous deeds among all peoples.
    For great is the Lord and most worthy of praise; he is to be feared above all gods.

    Psalm 96:1-4

    Songs of Invitation

    Confession of Sin

    Lord God,

    we humbly plead with you to forgive us of our many sins and failures.
    Blot them out. Wash away each guilty stain in the blood of Jesus who died for our forgiveness. Remove our sins from us as far as the east is from the west.

    And having forgiven us, change us, sanctify us through and through, remove our desire to sin, take from us that spirit of rebellion which is our great weakness, and replace it with a spirit of glad and willing surrender to all your perfect will. In Jesus’ name

    All: Amen!

    Word of Assurance

    He was delivered over to death for our sins and was raised to life for our justification.

    Romans 4:25

    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 28

    Q: What happens after death to those not united to Christ by faith?

    A: They will be cast out from the presence of God, into hell, to be justly punished, forever.

    Community News

    Annual Congregational Meeting on Sunday, 22 March

    Our Annual Congregational Meeting will be held on 22 March, straight after service. All members are encouraged to attend. The meeting will receive ministry and financial reports, approve the 2026 budget, and (re-)elect members to the Committee of Management and Selection Committee.

    If you have any questions ahead of the meeting, please speak to one of the elders.

    Easter in the Park (Burwood Park) on Saturday, 21 March

    Covenant is partnering with other local churches to share the Good News of Jesus Christ with the community in Burwood @ the Council’s Easter at the Park event.

    If you are free on 21 March, pray, bring a friend and come along to enjoy festivities. If you would like to help out please reach out to Kiu Fei. For more detail and FAQs, see https://tinyurl.com/easterinthepark2026.

    Covenant 2026 calendar

    Want to know what is going on at our church this year? Please visit and subscribe to the Covenant 2026 calendar: https://www.covenantchurch.com.au/calendar/

    We would love for you to journey and plan your calendar with us.

    Important Dates

    March 15Bible story training
    1pm @ Christ College
    March 21Easter in the Park
    10am @ Burwood Park
    March 22Annual Congregational Meeting
    After service @ Christ College

    Bible Reading

    Isaiah 46:8-11

    Exodus 1

    All: Thanks be to God.

    Sermon Outline

    The God Who Is Faithful

    Isaiah 46:8-11, Exodus 1

    Josh 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

    May God himself, the God of peace, sanctify you through and through. May your whole spirit, soul and body be kept blameless at the coming of our Lord Jesus Christ. 

    1 Thessalonians 5:23

  • Never Alone In Mission

    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 give thanks to the Lord with my whole heart;
    I will recount all of your wonderful deeds.
    I will be glad and exult in you;
    I will sing praise to your name, O Most High.

    Psalm 9:1–2

    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

    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 Catecism

    New City Catechism for Kids – Question 27

    Q: Are all people, just as they were lost through Adam, saved through Christ?

    A: No, only those who are elected by God and united to Christ by faith.

    Community News

    Covenant Session summary reports

    Covenant Session summary reports are available for meetings up to 16 Feb 2026. Please use this link to access: https://covenantchurch.com.au/aka/sessionsummary

    Covenant 2026 calendar

    Want to know what is going on at our church this year? Please visit and subscribe to the Covenant 2026 calendar: https://www.covenantchurch.com.au/calendar/

    We would love for you to journey and plan your calendar with us.

    Important Dates

    March 8ChurchLife Hub
    After service @ Christ College
    March 21Easter in the Park
    10am @ Burwood Park
    March 22Annual Congregational Meeting
    After service @ Christ College

    Bible Reading

    Acts 13:1-3 (NIV)

    Acts 16:1-15 (NIV)

    All: Thanks be to God.

    Sermon Outline

    Never Alone In Mission

    Acts 13:1-3, 16:1-15

    Joshua S

    1. Mission bonds us together in Christ

    2. Mission builds the Church

    3. Mission is an invitation

    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

  • Children of God

    Welcome

    Thank you for joining us in gathered worship today! At Covenant, we believe that true hope, joy, meaning, and redemption is found in Jesus Christ. Therefore, 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. We gather to worship Him. Our gathered worship is that it is foundationally and fundamentally 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. All of these activities of worshipping, witnessing, and waiting will be shaped and formed by God’s divine revelation as it is given to us in Holy Scripture.

    Our understanding of Scripture, God’s divine action, and theology will shape the flow of our service. Therefore, our worship service is “liturgical” and what you hold before you is our weekly liturgical document. Originating from Greek, this word means, “work of the people”. This means our service is both corporate and communal in nature. We are not individual consumers of a product, but join others in community to participate together in engaging with God. At different points in the service, there will be opportunities to join the liturgy, and we encourage you to enthusiastically participate in these corporate moments of response.

    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

    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!

    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 23

    Q: Why must the Redeemer be truly God?

    A: That because of his divine nature his obedience and suffering would be perfect and effective.

    Community News

    Game time after service

    Will Tam will be hosting a mafia-like game after service on Sunday, 21 December. If you’re free, stay around and join in the fun! 

    Christmas carols outreach with BPC

    Burwood Presbyterian Church (BPC) has invited us to participate in their Christmas outreach on Saturday, 13 December, starting from 5pm. There will be carols, food, crafts, games and gifts. You are welcome to come and invite friends and family along.

    Combined Christmas service

    The BPC and Covenant Sessions held a friendly meeting on 10 November to discuss partnership opportunities. We have agreed to hold a combined Christmas service at the BPC site. We look forward to seeing our regulars and newcomers coming together to hear the good news this Christmas.

    Important Dates

    December 7Covenant prayer corner
    8:30am @ Christ College
    December 7Receiving Judy into membership
    During service @ Christ College
    December 13Christmas carols outreach
    5pm @ Burwood Presbyterian Church
    December 25Combined Christmas service
    9.30am @ Burwood Presbyterian Church

    Membership

    Membership vows

    • Do you reaffirm your faith in God as your Heavenly Father, in Jesus Christ as your Lord and Saviour, and in the Holy Spirit as your Sanctifier?
    • Do you promise to submit to the authority of the local elders as they exercise pastoral oversight in this congregation?
    • Do you promise to persevere in the diligent use of the means of grace, to seek the peace and welfare of the church, and faithfully to support its work and worship?

    Membership welcome

    In the name of the Lord Jesus the only King and Head of the Church and by authority of the Session we welcome you to the work and worship of this congregation and pledge to you our Christian fellowship. Thus united, we pray that all of us may grow into the likeness of Christ, being faithful in every good work and increasing in the knowledge of God; through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.

    Bible Reading

    1. 1 John 2:28-3:10 ESV
    2. Romans 8:12-17 ESV

    All: Thanks be to God.

    Sermon Outline

    Children of God

    1 John 2:28-3:10

    Josh

    Introduction: Identity is Everything

    1. Don’t be discouraged: Five confirmations that you are God’s child!

    Confirmation 1: you take after your Father

    Confirmation 2: you are growing yourself in purity

    Confirmation 3: you have a new relationship to sin

    Confirmation 4: you have the indwelling Holy Spirit

    Confirmation 5: you practise costly love

    Implications

    2. Don’t be deceived! Three marks of a child of the devil

    Mark 1: the practice of sin

    Mark 2: the practice of lawlessness

    Mark 3: the absence of costly love

    Implications…

    3. The Son of God appeared…

    To take away the guilt of sins

    To take away the practice of sins

    To destroy the works of the devil

    Implications…

    Conclusion: The gospel call

    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

    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