Sundays · 10:00 AM CST
New Covenant Missionary Baptist Church

Welcome to
The Cov
Chicago

Cultivating a Culture of Compassionate, Curious & Conscious Christ Followers.

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Sunday Service10:00 AM CST
Location740 E 77th St, Chicago
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Our Identity

A Legacy of
Transformation

At The Cov, we bridge a rich history with a dynamic future. We are a faith community where Seasoned Saints and the Now Generation partner to challenge the status quo. Whether you are a long-time member or a first-time guest, there is a place for you to grow, serve, and connect.

Value 01
Compassionate
A church that leads with love, meeting people where they are and as they are. From The Cov Couch counseling services to South Side community outreach, compassion isn't just a word here.
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Value 02
Curious
We ask hard questions, study deeper, and grow together in truth. From Sunday messages to mid-week Life Lab sessions, curiosity drives every space we create.
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Value 03
Conscious
Rooted in liberation theology and a commitment to social justice, we believe faith should transform both lives and communities. From advocacy and community partnerships to teaching that confronts injustice, we are committed to both Jesus and justice.
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Rev. Stephen J. Thurston II
Rev. Stephen Thurston Sr.
Senior Pastor
Guided by Vision

Four Generations.
One Mission.

The Legacy
Rev. Dr. Stephen J. Thurston Sr.
For 45 years, Rev. Dr. Stephen J. Thurston Sr. led The Cov as a nationally renowned preacher whose voice carried from Chicago to the national stage—reminding generations that God does Great Things. His legacy of faithfulness, service, and community shapes us still.
The Future
Rev. Stephen J. Thurston II
Pastor Thurston II leads with Chicago flair and social consciousness, preaching prophetic messages and charting prophetic maps that move people from where they are to where God is calling them—biblically rooted, culturally relevant, and practically transformative.
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Featured Sermon

"5 for 5 on the 5th"

The Cov Chicago Worship Experience
May 31, 2026

"God uses your bold faith to do extraordinary things, starting from the inside out."

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Featured Events

August Sermon Series
Sermon Series

August Sermon Series

Family & Friends Day
Sunday, August 2

Family & Friends Day

10:00 AM
New Members' Brunch
Saturday, September 12

New Members' Brunch

11:30 AM – 12:30 PM
Who's That Lady Grand Geneva Retreat
August 28–29

Who's That Lady Grand Geneva Retreat

$328 per person
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"Your legacy will be labeled either by the problems you create or the problems you solve."
Pastor Stephen J. Thurston II
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Sunday Worship
10:00 AM CST
Bible Study
Wednesday – 7:00 PM CST | Zoom
Grief Support
Monday · 7:00 PM
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The Cov
740 E 77th St, Chicago, IL 60619
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