Covenant Church of Naples Shepherding Guide
We are His people, the sheep of His pasture.
- Psalm 100:3
- Psalm 100:3
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Mercy Meals: Serving with Compassion, One Meal at a time
Mercy Meals is a ministry of care and connection, led by Ruth Groendyk and Carol VanEssen, that supports individuals and families in our Covenant community during times of illness, hospitalization, or hardship.
Under our renewed structure, each Small Group is encouraged to care for their own flock. When a need arises, Lay Shepherds, Deacons, or Elder Shepherds can submit a request through the Mercy Meals Form. Once received, Carol will follow up and coordinate the delivery of a freshly prepared meal.
We’re building a team of cooks and volunteers willing to prepare and deliver meals. Whenever possible, we encourage the Shepherd to make the delivery themselves, as a way to strengthen relationships and care personally for their flock.
Under our renewed structure, each Small Group is encouraged to care for their own flock. When a need arises, Lay Shepherds, Deacons, or Elder Shepherds can submit a request through the Mercy Meals Form. Once received, Carol will follow up and coordinate the delivery of a freshly prepared meal.
We’re building a team of cooks and volunteers willing to prepare and deliver meals. Whenever possible, we encourage the Shepherd to make the delivery themselves, as a way to strengthen relationships and care personally for their flock.
How to Request a Meal:
- Fill out the Mercy Meals Form
- Call Carol VanEssen (941) 416-4296 or Ruth Groendyk (239) 850-9285
- Email mercymeals@covenantnaples.com
Disaster Management Notice : In Case of a Hurricane!
Covenant desires to be a helping hand in times of need before and after a hurricane. These videos should provide clarity on what the Shepherd's responsibility is and what Covenant’s Disaster Management Team can and cannot do.
Below is a video explaining a shepherd's responsibility before and after a hurricane hits our area. Please watch and contact Bill Rowe, our Disaster Management Team leader, if you have any questions or needs.
Bill Rowe
(239) 289-1631
billroweandrowe@gmail.com
Below is a video explaining a shepherd's responsibility before and after a hurricane hits our area. Please watch and contact Bill Rowe, our Disaster Management Team leader, if you have any questions or needs.
Bill Rowe
(239) 289-1631
billroweandrowe@gmail.com
Philosophy of Shepherding: The Biblical "why" of Shepherding
Because the preached word is so central to everything we do here at Covenant, we are asking you take some time and watch these two formative sermons on shepherding delivered by Pastor Trent. They will provide an in-depth understanding of our philosophy of shepherding.
Resources of Shepherding
We are providing a "Go-to" collection of training materials available to provide support on an ongoing basis.
Resource Matrix
A chart of resources are available to address specific issues you may have as a shepherd.
Key Books on Shepherding
A list of key books on shepherding is attached that are available in the church library and also available for purchase.
Domestic Abuse Policy
The Session has approved the attached principles and practices to be put in place through the Shepherding ministry at Covenant. Follow the guidelines in the action plan.
How To: Sample Agenda
A sample Agenda for a shpherding ream meeting.
How To: Conversation Starters
Good conversation starters are the ones a person can easily relate to. Tips on how to start a new relationship, have surface level interactions, and taking the conversation deeper are attached.
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