More By allowing ads to appear on this site, you support the local businesses who, in turn, support great journalism. STEPS2021 'peace' initiative reaches Newton County Local musician performs on steps of Covington First United Methodist Church Covington native Andy Offutt Irwin recorded an original song written by Irwin and Bil Lepp, “To Him, the Magi Gave these Things,” on Wednesday Jan. 20 at the steps of Covington First United Methodist Church, located at 1113 Conyers Street, as part of the nationwide initiative STEPS2021. (Screenshot | Vimeo) COVINGTON, Ga. — After the U.S. Capitol steps were flooded by violent protesters Jan. 6, citizens across America chose to come together ahead of President Joe Biden’s inauguration Wednesday, Jan. 20, to create STEPS2021.