💖 Love Poured Freely: The Radiant Work of Sacred Hospitality

The Radiant Work of Sacred Hospitality

Two women smiling and sharing coffee, representing friendship and community.

Eileen Howe & Linda Carver

Eileen Howe and Linda Carver lead the Hospitality Ministry at Holy Covenant UCC with hearts full of grace and hands ready to serve. Whether it’s preparing a table of treats, offering a kind word, or creating space for connection after worship, their ministry infuses every gathering with joy and welcome. Together, Eileen and Linda embody the sacred rhythm of care and community, reminding us that hospitality is not just what we do—it’s who we are.

🍪 Hospitality Ministry at Holy Covenant

“Contribute to the needs of the saints; extend hospitality to strangers.” – Romans 12:13

💖 A Ministry of Nourishment and Belonging

The Hospitality Ministry Team, led by Eileen Howe and Linda Carver, offers more than coffee and cookies — they craft welcoming spaces for shared meals, sacred celebrations, and community care. Whether hosting a wedding reception, setting a potluck table, or arranging flowers for a memorial luncheon, this team creates room for grace to be felt and seen.

Every table they set and every casserole they warm is an expression of Holy Covenant’s open-hearted welcome. Their ministry reminds us that hospitality is not a task—it’s a sacred act of presence, beauty, and compassion.

☕ What the Hospitality Ministry Team Does

Coordinate and host church-wide meals, receptions, and special events
Prepare food and beverages for potlucks, memorials, and celebrations
Create beautiful table settings and warm, welcoming atmospheres
Provide care through shared meals during times of joy and grief
Support the church’s spirit of hospitality through behind-the-scenes grace

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From carrots to connection—simple offerings, lovingly shared.

Pastor and congregants gathered around a decorated cake table during a fellowship celebration at Holy Covenant. — Community, cake, and covenant—where every celebration is an act of love.

A countertop display with cookies, fruit, pudding cups, and greenery prepared for post-worship hospitality. — Every plate tells a story of care—hospitality lovingly prepared by our Refreshment Angels.

Our Hospitality Team

Leadership

Linda Carver, Co-Team Lead
Eileen Howe, Co-Team Lead
Martha Bomely, Consistory Liaison

Members

Martha Bomely
Linda Carver
Akeera Czarnecki
Kevin Decker
Kevin Edwards-Knight
Stephannie Herrin
Eileen Howe
Phyllis Johnson
Judi Lord
Cheryl Milam
Gussie Spencer
Aline Sullivan
Carolyn Utz
Darline Warren
Cathy Whitley

Ex Officio

Rev. Christopher Czarnecki