Calvary Life, May 2012

calvary life May 2012

Seniors Health & Wellness Expo...8 Summer Events for Students...13

Rock’n Reptiles, Chemical Reactions, and The Human Machine See page 14 for all the details!

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8 Seniors health & Wellness Expo One stop for all your senior living questions

13 Student ministries summer events A preview of summer events for students

14 CSI 2012

Free Event for Children this June

4 | 5 Questions with Nelson VanderLugt 8 | Special Needs Ministry Calvary Life sits down with the Director of Finance and learns some fun facts about his department.

5 | On the Bookshelf

Summer in the Special Needs Community.

9 | Robbing God

Discover the Grace of Giving as we continue to explore the story of King Hezekiah.

Reading recommendations for the month of May from Calvary staff, elders and the library.

10 | One Heart: Mozambique Pray for our sister city in Mozambique.

6 | The Adventure of Community

How one family experiences community together.

7 | Behind the Scenes

Serving at Calvary with Zoe Carmichael.

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12 | A Note from the Elders

An update the elders were blessed to receive from Children's, Students' and Young Adults'.

14 | Program Guide

14 - Children, 5th-6th Grade, 7th-8th Grade 15 - High School, Young Adults (College, Merge, Foundations) 16 - Compassion Ministries, Men, Pastoral Care, Prayer Groups 17 - Senior Adults, Special Needs, Women, Serving Opportunities, Giving Opportunities

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Dates to know and hold onto for May.

Chef Rod and Chef Kevin would like to thank Calvary’s most capable Culinary Staff: Chef Neil Milburn, Chef PJ Davis, Chef Scar Sarker, Chef Gordon Herman, Tom Dewey, Scott Smith, Scar and the “back of the house” crew. The “front of the house” staff includes Fran Chertos, Bev Smits, Sue Zeil, Hildegard Krusch, Joyce Herman, Thelma Hoogewind, Donna Tiesenga, Adele Ripley, Linda Rossman, Cheri Davis and Barb Haan. These good folks are here, or on call, every Wednesday to serve the average of 425 guests at WFD. They volunteer their time, drive to church in all types of weather, sunny or snowy, and serve with warm hearts and smiles. Chef Rod say’s “the WFD volunteers are the best folks I have ever known, and the best friends I’ve had, thank God for them.”

Chefs Rod and Kevin would further like to thank you, the diners, for your patronage and invite you all back in the fall for some great new menus and more fellowship and fun. Or maybe, you might like to become a part of Calvary’s Culinary Team, contact Chef Kevin Troupe (ktroupe@calvarygr.org) if interested.

May 2 The Best Chicken You'll Ever Have

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Chef Rod and The Kitchen’s new director Chef Kevin are kicking out the jams with this one. Chef Rod says, “we are going to fire up Calvary’s new smokers and grill for your pleasure the best chicken you’ll ever have.”

Charcoal Grilled Chicken Halves Potato Salad Homemade and a blue ribbon winner Baked Beans Made from scratch Pinto, Great Northern, Kidney, Black and Garbanzo Beans

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may 9 Calvary’s Traditional Year-End Meal Grilled Steaks Seasoned and broiled ultra-tender flat cut sirloins Baked Potatoes Idaho's best 100-count bakers, basted with extra virgin olive oil, kosher salt and served with chive sour cream Broccoli with Cheese Sauce Steamed broccoli cuts with Mornay cheese sauce

Our dinners feature wonderful center of the plate entrees, and terrific side dishes, Calvary’s famous hot sour dough rolls, a tossed salad bar, bottomless drinks, and ice cream cups for your enjoyment. The cost is low, $5 for the featured meal. Please note that the Family Meal pricing is suspended for the May meals. We serve from 5:00-6:30pm in the Fellowship Hall.

good to know Produce for Calvary’s Food Pantry As you plant your garden this summer, please consider adding an extra row of vegetables to donate to our food pantry. We do not receive fresh fruits and vegetables all the time, and this would be an added blessing to the many families who rely on the pantry.

help in the nursery/preschool area? Any certified children’s volunteer can be of help at these times.

Just go to the children’s area and find a team leader in the nursery wing who can direct you to the classroom where the help is needed. Not certified? Go to the children’s check-in desk for an application.

Experiencing a Crisis?

If you are experiencing a crisis, or perhaps going through a difficult emotional, spiritual, or relationship situation, Stephen Ministry & Lay Counseling can help. Contact Phyllis Dykstra at 784-1858.

Young Adults Scholarship Fund Every year the young adult ministry provides opportunities including retreats, conferences, book clubs, and times of service to cultivate and encourage spiritual growth. Sadly, financial hardships can make it difficult for some of our young adults to take full advantage of these opportunities. Would you consider donating to the college and young adult scholarship fund and invest in the next generation of leaders at

5000? What’s That All About?

Did you know that when the number 5000 is displayed, it means that we are in need of more

Calvary Church? To donate, designate Young Adults Scholarship Fund on your check or giving envelope and place it in the offering plate on Sundays.

Worship Service Times Take note, summer service times begin July 1 and continue through September 2. The morning services will be at 9:00am and 10:45am. The evening service will continue to be at 6:00pm.

Memorial Day Weekend - Family Service On May 27, nursery is available for infants through young threes; children preschool age and older are encouraged to attend the service with their family (activity boxes are available at the desk near Entrance N). If needed, room 254 is open for children ages three through five.

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connections getting to know calvary 1

What is your role at Calvary Church?

I fill the role of Director of Financial Services. Our department is responsible for recording offerings, paying the bills for the church, maintaining the accounting records and processing payroll. We also participate in the budgeting process.

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with Nelson VanderLugt Director of Finance

Finance Department

Nelson VanderLugt, Chris Snedeker, Barb Nauta, Jeanne Kenyon and Cheri Davis Not pictured: Susie Saunders and Cindy Herweyer

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How has God recently revealed Himself in your community?

One of the joys of working at Calvary is to experience the authenticity of the staff. The staff walks the talk. Few days go by without prayer requests being distributed or praise reports of the way God has answered prayer.

On Tuesdays we gather for staff lunch prepared by the kitchen staff and often it is accompanied What encourages you most as you by a staff meeting with testimonies and/or minister at Calvary?

It has been said that the measure of a church is prayer time. Within our finance department, not who it brings in, but who it sends out. It is we are able to support each other with prayers a joy to see the commitment of the church and with and for each other. the members to missions, not only through the How can the Calvary family pray for support of missions but also in the participation you and your ministry this month? of the members.

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How have you experienced life{together}?

The Directors of the various Operations Departments of the church get together each week, with the primary focus being prayer. It is a time for both praise and petition, thanking God for what He is doing at Calvary and presenting the needs for our areas of responsibility as well as for the church as a whole.

Did you know..

Please pray for good health. Also, pray for the others who work in the finance department, we all have our individual responsibilities yet all the work must be coordinated in a timely fashion and with total accuracy. Pray that we will continue to represent Calvary in ways that bring honor and glory to our God.

• We have approximately 40 faithful volunteers who work on

a rotating schedule to count our offerings each week. Some have been doing it 15+ years.

• Strange things sometimes end up in the offering plate… chocolate coins, foreign currencies, jewelry, $1,000,000 bills (that are really tracts).

• We process approximately 400 online gifts each month.

• The Finance Office collectively has over 45 years of service here at Calvary.

• The Finance Office was recently baptized (tee hee hee).

on the bookshelf recommended reading for may found in the calvary library

After losing both of his legs in a car accident at age 18, Scott Rigsby battled his way back from depression and addiction to achieve the unthinkable—become the first double-leg amputee ever to cross the finish line in the sporting world’s most grueling and prestigious competition, the Ironman Triathlon. Scott has since become an inspiration to hundreds of thousands of physically challenged and able-bodied athletes the world over.

Unthinkable documents Scott’s remarkable journey. From the scene of the devastating crash that claimed both legs, and his subsequent battle with depression and alcohol addiction, through his dawning realization that God has a greater plan for his life, readers will be inspired. From his decision to participate in the Ironman competition, to the moment he crossed the finish line, readers will engage with Scott’s unthinkable courage, determination and faith.

(Also available on Audio CD) Angel in the Rubble is the story of the miraculous rescue of Genelle GuzmanMcMillan - 9/11’s last survivor. Only thirteen floors to go, and she and her coworkers would be safe. They had begun their tenuous trek down the concrete stairwell of Tower One at the sixty-fourth floor. They were so near their goal. That’s when the building began to sway and the entire tower came crashing down on top of her. In a matter of seconds, she found herself buried alive—entombed in a coffin of concrete and steel. For twenty-three hours she prayed, remembering each detail of her walk away from the faith she’d known as a child. She begged God to forgive her—accepting that she may soon die—but praying for the miracle of life and a chance to live that life with a new purpose and direction God answered her prayer by sending an angel to sustain her until rescue workers arrived. (Also available on Audio CD)

Sara Tibbe, Children's Curriculum Facilitator

Mason Sherrill, Pastoral Staff, Young Adults

Pam Tuinstra, Administrative Assistant, Technical Services

I read Operation World nearly every day, whether I am planning a lesson for WOW or using it during my prayer time. The book is a wealth of information, providing praise and prayer points for every country as well as a schedule to pray for all the nations throughout the year. Operation World helps me engage my heart and my head in praying for Kingdom work all over the world.

Kisses from Katie, a remarkable story of one girl’s passion and love for Jesus is sure to inspire you. Insightful and challenging, this book will encourage you to live for Jesus as it reveals God’s character through compelling narrative. It is a faith-refreshing glimpse into the life of obedience and how God’s love and provision can carry us beyond our own plans for life – and to something so much more meaningful than we could ever imagine.

Woman, Thou Art Loosed! is a 45-day devotional book. The messages and scripture in this devotional remind you how very much God values you.

We are each so unique and different, because that is the way God created us! We are unique in our temptations, life experiences and hurts. This devotional helps you recover from past hurts and disappointments and look toward a future filled with hope and blessing.

All the books mentioned are available in Calvary's Library. The Library is located across from Fellowship Hall on the lower level. Their hours are Sunday, 9:15 - 11:15am; Wednesday, 9:15 - 9:45am; 6:00 - 7:30pm.

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life{together} experiencing community at calvary

the adventure of community - experienced as a family

by Paul and Tammy Ledford

Our Community Group meets twice a month--once during the week and once on the weekend. The weekend meeting includes having supper together - what an adventure that is . . . 17 kids and 8 adults!

Each time we meet we have a Bible Study for the kids and then one for the adults.

This past month we spent time stuffing 700-1,000 eggs for an Easter Egg Hunt outreach for our neighbors and friends. We provided crafts for them to do, sugar cookies to frost and decorate, and then they gathered to hear the Easter Story.

We really appreciated the help that our Community Group gave us and we had a lot of fun!

We only schedule the meetings out about two months at a time because everyone's schedule changes constantly with kids activities. There are people in our group early in their walk with Christ and some who have a very deep and committed relationship. It has also been nice because two of the families are headed by single Moms who really appreciate the opportunity for their kids to have positive male role models. Our community group is such a blessing and it is apparent that, while the families were assigned to our group by Calvary Church, God certainly had His hand in the mix of choosing the families with their various walks of life, spiritual backgrounds and challenges that they each face!

If you would like to join one of our Community Groups or start a new one by being equipped to facilitate a group, please contact Karen VanHolstyn (kvanholstyn@ calvarygr.org) at 956-9377, ext. 5173.

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Behind the Scenes

Serving at Calvary with Zoe Carmichael Where do you currently serve at Calvary?

I volunteer for Kingdom Kids, which includes serving in the Lambs room on Sunday mornings, planning and recruiting for CSI, organizing the Bowling Bash and participating in the Children’s Ministry Advisory Council.

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How did you begin serving at Calvary?

I began serving in the nursery when my twin daughters were fouryears-old. I wanted to give back to the nursery that selflessly watched my children on Sunday mornings. I decided to increase my involvement when one of my daughters was diagnosed with a severe peanut and tree allergy. I decided to check out the snack situation in the rooms at church and did not feel comfortable with the ingredients in a lot of the snacks offered on Sunday morning. Working closely with the Kingdom Kids staff, I helped to clean up the rooms from any potential food allergens, and developed a new snack policy for all of the childcare facilities and events at Calvary Church. As a result of this work I met some wonderful people, saw my niche and my involvement in children’s ministry was ignited!

What challenges have you encountered in your ministry?

As I mentioned, I volunteer in the nursery and for CSI and the Bowling Bash – all of which require a great number of dedicated volunteers to be successful. Gathering volunteers for any program is always a challenge. My hope is that people will see my joy in working with the kids at Calvary and then they will want to get involved. Having enough people is always a challenge but one that is well worth the work.

How has God blessed you through serving?

Get serving

I am a witness to God’s love every time I interact with children or serve alongside other volunteers - an opportunity I happily welcome and cherish. On June 1, 2010, I was diagnosed with Stage II non-Hodgkin’s Lymphoma. Not only did this news stun my family, but for the first time, I was forced to lean upon my Calvary friends in a whole new way. During my treatment and recovery I was on the receiving end of enormous generosity. My family and I received cards and prayers and most of all, more meals than I thought possible! Our refrigerator and freezer were constantly full.

Today, it has been 1½ years since my “all clear” report, and I am feeling great! My experiences serving in this ministry have all been tremendous blessings. I look forward to continuing my service and helping wherever God leads me!

“Each one should use whatever gift he has received to serve others, faithfully administering God’s grace in its various forms” (1 Peter 4:10).

Every Sunday and throughout the week, hundreds of people – of diverse interest, background and talents – devote a little bit of themselves to serving in a ministry at Calvary Church. They give a little time or a lot, whatever they can afford. It’s no over-statement to say that they are building up the body of Christ “to the praise of His glory.” Our team members serve in the library, clean the Sanctuary, teach a class, rock a baby, greet people, help staff with special events, sing in the choir and many other things. Whatever your gift, skill or passion is, we need you. Contact Judie Fielstra (jfielstra@calvarygr.org) at ext. 5095 today.

Discovery

The excitement of Discovery is uncovering unknown gifts and treasures. It brings anticipation and greater pleasure to your journey with God and it will impact three unique areas of your life.

1. Discovery provides an opportunity to assess where you are on your faith journey as you meet one-on-one with trained staff.

2. Discover gives opportunities to learn ways to connect with others at Calvary.

3. Discovery provides a way for you to uncover how God has gifted you in a way that will energize you to live out His specific design for you.

Some testimonials from people that have gone through the Discovery ministry: “Great meeting! Helped me develop a plan of action and to become focused and move forward.” ~ Jerry “I was very pleased and encouraged by the Discovery meeting. I feel it is very valuable to know where your strengths and growth areas lie and I am glad that Calvary Church (via this meeting) holds you accountable for putting your gifts to good use for God’s glory, to delight Him!” ~ Andrea Make a Discovery today and contact Judie Fielstra (jfielstra@calvarygr.org) at ext. 5095.

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summer in the special needs community

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If you feel God tugging at your heart strings to serve within this ministry, please give us a call.

Judi Warner // jwarner@calvarygr.org // ext. 5272 Elleen Fitzgerald // efitzgerald@calvarygr.org // ext. 5623

Everyone is welcome!

Square Dance Monday, June 18 | 5:30 pm* CRC Conference Grounds (12253 Lakeshore Drive, Grand Haven) *If raining by 4:00pm, this event is cancelled July Picnic Wednesday, July 18 | 6:00-8:00pm Ada Township Park (1080 Buttrick Ave SE, Ada) August Picnic Wednesday, August 15 | 6:00-8:00pm Ada Township Park (1080 Buttrick Ave SE, Ada) Please bring your own food to all picnics unless otherwise announced.

seniors health & wellness expo

Retirement is for enjoying your family, not depending on them‌ Who will take care of you when you need help? What do you need to consider legally and financially? Do you know what your choices are? Do you have a plan?

Come find out your options. Representatives from Holland Home, Edward Jones, Spectrum Health and more will be at Calvary to speak with you and your family. The day will also feature 12 breakout sessions on topics that will help you or a family member answer many of the questions this new season of life brings.

And don’t miss the keynote from Dr. Jim Harvey, presenting a strategic plan for managing your encore years.

Thursday, May 3 | 10:00am-4:00pm | Calvary Church | calvarygr.org | (616) 956-9377

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RobbiKinnggHezekiGodah

As copper prices reach all-time highs, churches are becoming easy targets for scrap metal thieves. One church insurance company reports that almost half of recent theft claims involve copper. Thieves dismantle air conditioner units and strip out the copper pipes and wiring and cash it in at the recycling center. A church in California had been hit by copper thieves two nights in a row, so some innovative church members set a baby monitor on the roof, hooked it up to a computer, and took shifts watching it.

Sure enough, six hours into their overnight stakeout, the alleged thieves returned to the scene of the crime, but this time they were caught on camera.

by Ron Haas, Elder Clerk

nancial decisions: bills, mortgage payments, college education for the kids, business investments, and our retirement plans. Sometimes when making these life choices, we “lean on our own understanding” (Proverbs 3:5).

Giving Into Pressure

Hezekiah decided that the best way to secure his future was to pay off Sennacherib. He cleaned out the royal treasury, and then amazingly he stripped off the gold from the temple doors and doorposts (2 Kings 18:16). He literally robbed God and gave it to his enemy.

We are a lot more sophisticated in our thievery. We rob God by the financial choices we make. Every time you review your budget you make a decision, “Will I give this week?”“How much will I give?”“What else could Unfortunately, the best security systems in the world cannot prevent ev- I do with my money?” Our alternatives seem so logical. One newly enery robbery attempt. The prophet Malachi asks a probing question, “Will gaged couple made the decision not to give until they saved up enough a man rob God? Yet you rob me. But you ask, ‘How do we rob you?’ In money for a down payment on their first home. Their choice may seem tithes and offerings” (Malachi 3:8). King Hezekiah started his reign with like a sound financial decision, but is it? several godly choices. He sought the Lord with all of his heart, reestablished temple worship, led the people to obey God’s commands, and as a Never Satisfied result, God prospered him (2 Chronicles 31:21). Just when it looked like Allowing other financial priorities to crowd out your giving is one of things couldn’t get any better, God sent a trial to test Hezekiah’s faith.

Satan’s subtle lies. “Hey, don’t get too crazy about this generous giving thing; you never know when you might need the money for something Trials and Temptations more important.” Hezekiah rationalized his decision and sent God’s monSennacherib, the King of Assyria, invaded Israel. So Hezekiah prepared ey to Sennacherib. His problems were solved, right? Not a chance. Senfor war by repairing the walls of Jerusalem, protecting the water supply, nacherib took Hezekiah’s gold and surrounded Jerusalem anyway. That’s and forging weapons and shields. But when Sennacherib captured some the funny thing about not making generous giving a priority. If you wait of Judah’s fortified cities, Hezekiah’s faith faltered and he sent a letter to until you think you can “afford” to give, you will never give. Satan will appease Sennacherib, “Withdraw from me and I will pay whatever you never make it easy for you to be generous. There will always be one more demand of me” (2 Kings 18:14). Instead of trusting God to rescue him, trinket to buy, one more amusement to enjoy, or one more business deal King Hezekiah tried to solve his problems by making a deal with the devil. that keeps you from putting God first in your financial life.

Financial pressures have a way of exposing our faith. Trials tempt us to Hezekiah got his priorities mixed up and it caused him a lot of grief. If take our eyes off the Lord and push us to solve problems in our own you are guilty of robbing God, it’s not too late to turn yourself in. To learn strength. The world closes in on us with what seem to be important fi- more about how to put God first in your finances, visit generousyou.org.

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one heart

Calvary Missions & outreaCh 2011-2012

Your gifts from the special offering have been used to replant the field, replace damaged or lost equipment and supplies.

We are currently looking at providing a tractor and farm implements that would help prevent such major future loss and give the village quicker turnaround time in recovery.

pray for our sister city in mozambique Look in the sky ...

No, it was not a plane, a bird, or even Superman. It was the village witchdoctor. On one of our first trips into our adopted village of Chinhangane in Mozambique, our worker on site, Sybil Baloyi related how people in the village have seen the power of the local witchdoctor. Yes, they have seen him fly as he dishes out curses. This is not a fairy tale and it does indicate the incredible power of evil that exists in this region.

In the past few months Satan has stepped up the attacks on the village and its people. It started with Victor, a new believer whose wife was taken by a

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crocodile while bathing. Then the flood came and wiped out the crops. We found out recently that our children’s worker was released because of a major spiritual failure. Someone broke into our buildings and stole a generator, batteries and more. Ernesto, our man on the ground who leads the agriculture association was just in an accident and his femur was shattered. The Pastors are deeply discouraged, hope is running thin. Calvary, we need to pray.

We have a team that is just preparing to return from the village and two more heading there in future months. We need to pray for them as they go to encourage, shepherd, bring hope and pray. We know that we wrestle not against flesh and blood, but against spiritual wickedness in the heavenlies.

Sow Hope I have a good friend who runs a ministry with that title. (She and her husband attend Calvary.) It would be great if we as a church community would pray that our teams and those we partner with on the ground would sow the hope found in Christ during these trips. Also, every first Sunday of the month at

Reaching the world on our doorstep You can join Neighbors International and help to make a difference in the lives of international students attending local colleges and universities as you pray for them and share your lives with them.

Please consider the following ways you can be involved and prayerfully consider your part in this ministry.

11:15am, a group meets to pray for the needs of Chinhangane in room 110.

• Prayer partners

Here is how you can sow hope right now in your prayers:

• Friendship partners

1. Pray that Sybil Baloyi would be led by the Spirit as she seeks to establish a new children’s worker in the village.

• Events committee helper *new area to volunteer

2. Pray as Lucky and Sonnet Mnisi refocus their ministry on making disciples in the village.

3. Pray for Pieter Ernst from World Relief who provides such godly wisdom to our teams and leads in Biblically based transformational development.

4. Pray that Patrick, Vashco and January would be godly examples of spiritual leadership in the village.

5. Pray that Ernesto would heal quickly from his broken leg.

Pregnancy Resource Center LifeWalk

• Airport greeter *immediate need • Driving for Chinese Church *immediate need • Van driver *immediate need After praying about your involvement, please email Sonja Yeates, neighbors_international@calvarygr.org to become involved in this exciting ministry of Calvary Church.

Saving the unborn. Supporting mothers. One Step at a time.

Join us on Saturday, June 16 for our annual LifeWalk - a fun way to raise funds that support the life-saving work of the Pregnancy Resource Center. Registration begins at 8:00am; walk begins at 9:00am. Go to the PRC web page for more information and to register, or contact Becky Herrold at 776-3840, ext. 122.

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2011-2012 Elders & Deacons If you have any questions or comments you would like to share with an elder, please see the list above the blue line. If you would to contact a deacon, they are listed below the blue line.

Dennis Bergakker

(dbergakker@calvarygr.org)

a note from the elders

Respectfully Submitted by Ron Haas, Elder Clerk

The elders review our various ministries on a regular basis. Recently, we’ve been blessed by hearing how God is working in our children, student, and college and young adult ministries.

Lee Brenner

(lbrenner@calvarygr.org)

Ron Haas

(rhaas@calvarygr.org)

Kent Snoeyink

(ksnoeyink@calvarygr.org)

Allen VanHaitsma

(avanhaitsma@calvarygr.org)

Robert Bass

(rbass@calvarygr.org)

Brian Klaver

(bklaver@calvarygr.org)

Mike Reiffer

(mreiffer@calvarygr.org)

Howard Timmer

(htimmer@calvarygr.org)

Eric Cerling

(ecerling@calvarygr.org)

Larry Hulst

(lhulst@calvarygr.org)

Vernon Spears

(vspears@calvarygr.org)

Dan Visser

Jim DeVries

(jdevries@calvarygr.org)

Noe Palacios

(npalacios@calvarygr.org)

Mike Still

(mstill@calvarygr.org)

Jerry Ward

(dvisser@calvarygr.org)

(jward@calvarygr.org)

Jim Hoekwater

Robert Johnston

(jhoekwater@calvarygr.org) (rjohnston@calvarygr.org)

Tom Miller

(tmiller@calvarygr.org)

Jeff Rogers

(jrogers@calvarygr.org)

Todd Wilde

(twilde@calvarygr.org)

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David Radde

(dradde@calvarygr.org)

Children’s Ministry – Joel Shank A child experiencing different cultures now wants to be a full-time missionary when she grows up. One hundred forty children know another chapter of the book of James by heart, and can recite the Armor of God in Ephesians without blinking! These testimonies are just a taste of who kids are becoming at Calvary Church. It happens on Sunday mornings, with a focus on Bible story-telling so that kids can see, hear and experience hands-on who God has revealed Himself to be in Scripture. It happens on Wednesday nights when kids learn to put their faith into action. Our Children’s Ministry includes a summer VBS using science experiments to help kids discover that God is the Creator who personally cares about us (C.S.I. Creative Science Investigators), and LUMIN8 Children’s Choir where children spread the light of God’s word through music and recording their own CD. We’re just not leaving it to chance – we want kids to know their God and express their faith!

Student Ministry – Byron Dickey Student ministry has experienced a whirlwind of change with God leading Toran Scott and Jordan Koller to Ridge Point Church in Holland. God had a perfect plan ready for a seamless transition. Byron Dickey has stepped in to direct our student ministry department and Aaron Bolduc is leading the high school. Junior Highers have been studying Genesis, and will explore Daniel’s character this summer with a series called, “I W Beets.” Our High School students recently finished a series on “What is the Gospel?”, and are now studying The Book of Revelation. Thirty-five students have signed up for the High School Marvel Arkansas trip. Several upperclassmen will be traveling with three other Calvary short-term missions teams. As you think of student ministries during this time of transition, please pray for wisdom, discernment, and perseverance as we minister to students and seek God’s direction. We desire that our students become fully-devoted followers of Christ as they navigate through adolescence.

College and Young Adult Ministry – Mason Sherrill One of the joys of working with college students and young adults is seeing them reject the world and live for Christ. God is developing young leaders who engage others through edifying conversations, serving in the church, and praying for their peers. As we live life together in Christian community, we are lifting each other up in times of trouble, encouraging one another in times of disappointment, and celebrating with one another in the joys of life. Our college students, young adults, and young marrieds are serving throughout Calvary. We are learning what it means to count the cost, die to self, take up the cross, and follow Christ. This vision is exciting, yet the road will be difficult. I am excited to see how we as the Young Adult staff, and Calvary as a whole, can encourage the college students and young adults “to live a life worthy of the calling [they] have received” (Ephesians 4:1).

Jim Stubblefield

(jstubblefield@calvarygr.org)

Dan Wynalda

(dwynalda@calvarygr.org)

Calvary Church is blessed with a tremendous team of servant-leaders. As elders, our goal is to produce mature Christians, which happens when we share God’s word and love people. We thank the Lord for these leaders and all the volunteers who are pouring their lives in to others.

If you would like to learn how you could get involved in these ministries, please contact Joel Shank (jshank@ calvarygr.org); Bryon Dickey (bdickey@calvarygr.org); or Mason Sherrill (msherrill@calvarygr.org).

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Have your student sign up on the sign-up sheet passed around in the weeks before an event, call our office (ext. 5181) or email (calvarystudents@calvarygr.org). Make sure your student has a parent-signed 2011-2012 year-long medical release form on file, turns in the required cost or deposit of an event, and completes any extra paperwork indicated.

Craig's Cruisers Wednesday, June 20 | 6:00-9:00pm | Cost: $20 Meet and Pick up at craig's cruisers includes: Unlimited activities (go karts, mini golf, laser tag and bumper boats)

and the pizza buffet

Cedar Point tuesday, June 26-Wednesday, June 27 | Cost: $99 Drop off: Ent. c - 8:00am / pick-up: Ent. c - 11:00pm includes: 2 days in the park, coach bus transportation, one night camping, snacks on

the bus ride, two lunches, two dinners, breakfast and campfire snacks

beach day Tuesday, july 17 | 10:00am-6:00pm | Cost: $5 Meet and Pick up at Entrance j includes: lunch and dinner | bring: towel, sun block and a modest swimsuit

vacation with jim (Incoming Juniors & seniors only) Monday, july 30-wednesday, august 1 There will be a separate application for this event.

River tubing Tuesday, august 7 | 9:30am-5:00pm | Cost: $10 Meet and Pick up at Entrance j includes: Lunch and tube rental | bring: towel, sun block and a modest swimsuit

3 mile project (with Middle school ministry) Tuesday, august 21 | 6:00-9:00pm | Cost: $3 drop off and pick up at the 3 mile project (3050 Walkent nw) includes: pizza and fUll access (reball, basketball, volleyball, video games)

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end of the summer party

sunday, august 26 | 6:00-9:00pm | Room 108 | FREE

This summer, united will meet on sundays from 6:00-8:30pm in room 108.

middle school summer events 5th/6th Grade Bike Trip - Monday, June 18 | 10:00am-1:00pm | Free Cookout - Wednesday, July 18 | 6:30-9:00pm | Cost: $3 Whitecaps Game - Monday, August 13 | 11:15am-3:30pm Cost: $10

Movie Night - Tuesday, August 28 | 6:30-8:30pm | Cost: $2 7th/8th Grade Bike Trip - Monday, June 11 | 10:00am-1:00pm | Free Beach Trip - Tuesday, July 17 | 10:00am-6:00pm | Cost: $5 Michigan's Adventure - Thursday, August 9 | 10:30am8:00pm | Cost: $25

3 Mile Project (with High School Ministry) - Tuesday, August 21 | 6:00-9:00pm | Cost: $3

Movie Night - Wednesday, August 29 | 8:00-10:30pm | Free

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Join us for a MSM summer focused on creating friendships, worship, and discovering the book of Daniel and what it means to seek after God.

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High School Summer Events

For complete event details and registration, visit calvarystudents. com or pick up a summer events brochure outside Room 108.

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June 12-14 | 9:30 am–Noon Rock’n Reptiles, Chemical Reactions, and The Human Machine This is a free event for children!

Volunteers are needed!

Join us for CSI: Creative Science Investigators, with extreme experiments, wacky games, cool crafts, music, and more. Kids will learn that God is the Star of Creation. Topics this year are Rock’n Reptiles, Chemical Reactions, and The Human Machine.

Would you like to volunteer at CSI? We have many different places to serve: crafts, games, labs, nursery, preschool, security, small group leaders and helpers. If you are interested in serving please register online at calvarygr.org, or contact Zoe Carmichael (csi@calvarygr.org) at 822-8896.

Five-year-olds (by December 2011) through fourth graders are welcome and may register now through May 28 online at calvarygr.org, or by completing the form available at the elementary check-in desk in Entrance K. Everyone who registers by May 28 will be entered to win a family pack of tickets to the Grand Rapids Zoo.

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CALVARY CHURCH

Program GUIDE Sunday Morning Worship Service 8:10am, 9:40am, 11:15am | Sanctuary

Quick Connect administrative staff information in alpha order by ministry

Benevolence

Lynnell Bok lbok@calvarygr.org ext. 3510

Calvary Community Brenda Neher bneher@calvarygr.org ext. 5650

Pastoral Care

Regina Scovill rscovill@calvarygr.org ext. 3672

Senior Adults

Regina Scovill rscovill@calvarygr.org ext. 3672

Children

Serving

Community Outreach

Special Needs

Facilities

Students

Carla Boon-Julien cboonjulien@calvarygr.org ext. 5067

Sharon Kaiser skaiser@calvarygr.org ext. 5077

Melissa DeBoer mdeboer@calvarygr.org ext. 5097

Library

Judie Fielstra jfielstra@calvarygr.org ext. 5095

Judi Warner jwarner@calvarygr.org ext. 5272

Natalie Uecker calvarystudents @calvarygr.org ext. 5181

library@calvarygr.org ext. 5290

Technical Services

Marketing

Women

Men

Worship

Jackie Rice jrice@calvarygr.org ext. 5042

Lou DeGraaf ldegraaf@calvarygr.org ext. 3618

Missions

Chris DeHaan missions@calvarygr.org ext. 5022

media@calvarygr.org

Elaine Meredith emeredith@calvarygr.org ext. 5186

Kristen White kwhite@calvarygr.org ext. 5155

Young Adults

Mason D. Sherrill msherrill@calvarygr.org ext. 5036

Church Phone Number: (616) 956-9377 Address: 707 E Beltline NE | Grand Rapids MI 49525

May 2012

Sunday Evening Worship Service

Church Office Hours Monday-Friday: 8:30am-5:00pm Sunday: 7:30am-12:30pm

Children Carla | childrensministry@calvarygr.org | ext. 5067

ties and the pressures of school make your life busy.

That’s why we offer Refuge every Wednesday night.

It’s a great time of fun and encouragement where we play games and learn about God with a small group of Christian friends. You can join Refuge any time in the school year.

6:00pm | Chapel

WOW Wednesdays (through May 9) | 6:30-7:50pm Entrance K This year in WOW, kids will compile a James Journal scrapbook from weekly lessons learned in James chapter 3. They will also be able to identify 30 major events in Jesus life when he modeled actions described in James 3 and place them on a timeline. In addition, children will continue memorization of James chapter 3 (through song).

LUMIN8 Spring Concert May 13 | 6:00pm | Sanctuary Mark your calendars for Sunday, May 13, at 6:00pm in the Sanctuary and plan to attend our children’s choir, LUMIN8 Spring Recital. Professionally pre-recorded CDs will also be available for purchase that night Don’t miss it, and invite some friends to join you! Join us in the Fellowship Hall for a reception afterwards.

5th-8th Grade calvarystudents@calvarygr.org | ext. 5181 The Main Event Sunday Mornings | 9:40am 5th/6th: Room 109 | 7th/8th: Room 108 On Sunday morning, we spend time hanging out, worshiping, and finding creative ways to learn more about God’s Word as a community of middle school students.

Our theme this year is Cafeteria: never dine alone. It’s our desire to emphasize to students why it’s important to be with other Christians as we grow closer to God. No Main Event on May 27 due to Family Service.

5th/6th Grade calvarystudents@calvarygr.org | ext. 5181 Refuge Wednesdays | 6:30-8:00pm | Room 109 The school week can be tough. Homework, activi-

Refuge - End of Year Party May 9 | 6:30-8:00pm | Room 109

7th/8th Grade calvarystudents@calvarygr.org | ext. 5181

Oasis Wednesdays | Room 108 | 6:30-8:00pm Oasis is our Wednesday night small group program.

Want to go deeper asking specific questions about topics that concern you? Want to make some close friends? Want to get to know some of our fun, caring leaders on a more personal level? Whatever your reason in coming, Oasis is an awesome place for 7th and 8th grade students! We’ll play games, worship, hear a brief talk, and break up into our groups. You can join Oasis any time in the school year, just show up!

Oasis - End of Year Party May 9 | 6:30-8:00pm | Room 108 Eighth Grade Celebration May 16 | Room 108 | 6:00-8:30pm | Cost: Free Join us as we celebrate you and have a great time celebrating the year! Dinner will be provided. The celebration will take place at Byron’s house, we’ll relase the address closer to the event.

GNO: Girls’/Guys’ Night Out May 20 | Entrance I | 6:00-8:00pm | Cost: Free Guys-Cost: $8; It’s time to get our bowl on! Join us as we hang out, talk about life, and bowl the night away.

Transportation to and from the bowling alley will be provided. Hope to see you there!

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Girls-Cost: $12; Come spend the evening at Craig’s Cruisers with the girls! The cost is $12 and includes games and pizza! Transportation to and from Craig’s Cruisers will be provided.

High School calvarystudents@calvarygr.org | ext. 5181 UNITED Sundays | 6:00-8:30pm | Room 108 If you are in high school, you belong with us at UNITED. Come out for a night of worship through singing, learn from God’s word, interact with friends and leaders in small groups, play fun games and watch crazy videos…anything could happen.

Young Adults a ministry for young adults 18-34 Mason | msherrill@calvarygr.org | ext. 5036 We were not meant to walk through this life alone, but to experience its fullness in community. That’s why we gather together to grow spiritually through age-specific teaching, edifying fellowship, and serving. The Young Adult Ministry offers three different communities where you can connect with a group that’s right for you.

College a community for young adults 18-22 Natalie | nkompik@calvarygr.org | ext. 5165 College Discipleship: On Campus Groups These groups meet once a week on or near various college campuses. Not currently taking classes? We still have a group for you! Gather with fellow believers for an informal time of sharing and catching up about what is happening in our lives. For more information contact Natalie Kompik.

College Ministry Lunch Sundays | 12:30pm | Room 121 If you are interested in connecting with other collegeaged young adults that attend Calvary, you are invited to join the College Ministry for a free lunch every Sunday after the third service. This is a great way to get connected to the community and learn about additional ways to get involved at Calvary Church. For more information, contact Natalie Kompik.

College Life Thursdays | 7:00pm | Room 108 Are you interested in joining a diverse community of fellow college-aged young adults? Join us as we meet together for worship, small groups and teaching on Thursdays. This is a great opportunity to build relationships with college-aged young adults in the Grand Rapids area and to grow in our faith together.

For more information contact Natalie Kompik.

Guy’s Night: Sexuality, Singleness, and Summer May 11 | 6:30–10:00pm | Room 108 Its guy’s night – college style! A guest speaker will encourage us to live as godly men this summer and beyond. We’ll talk about sex, singleness, and how to live above reproach. It will be a great time of discussion, getting answers to questions you’ve always had (but never been able to ask), hanging out, playing games, and great food! Contact Mason D. Sherrill with any questions (msherrill@calvarygr.org).

MErge a community for single young adults ages 22-34 Sue | sschroeder@calvarygr.org | ext. 5198 Merge Sundays | 11:15am | Room 137 Come just as you are and join us for a time of fellowship and prayer as we discuss the sermon and study

God’s Word. Together we’ll explore what God is revealing to each one of us.

Third Annual Whiffle Ball Wednesday May 9 | 7:00pm | Calvary Church Entrance J Bring your friends and join Merge for an evening of mayhem as we swing for the fences. No need to bring your glove, (in fact you probably won’t even break a sweat). We’ll meet at Entrance J and head over to the field together. Bring your game face.

Grounded – Sunday Night with Merge May 20 | 7:00–9:00pm| Icons Coffee (2090 Celebration Drive across from Celebration Cinema) Before you begin another week, get grounded with Merge on Sunday Night. Enjoy encouraging fellowship as we play board games. We’ll also reflect on a spiritual topic and discuss together how we can lay the groundwork for our faith as we head out into the world.

Sunday Night BBQ Fellowship June 3 | 6:00pm | Location TBD Merge will be meeting for a night of BBQ and lawn games on Sunday, June 3. We’ll provide hot dogs, hamburgers, fixings and beverages. Please sign-up on Sundays to bring a side dish.

Foundations

A NEW BEGINNING

a community for young couples ages 22-32 Mason | msherrill@calvarygr.org | ext. 5036 Sundays | 11:15am | Room 130 Join this community of young marrieds and be challenged and encouraged as you work on building a strong and lasting foundation for your marriage.

Through a combination of sermon discussion and teaching, friendly mentor couples will help guide us toward making godly decisions and forming healthy life-long habits that will strengthen our relationships and helps us grow in Christ.

Volleyball BBQ Extravaganza

May 19 | 4:00pm | 1119 Conifer Court, Jenison 49428 Kick off the summer with Foundations! We’ll start out with some volleyball at 4:00 and begin a BBQ feast at 5:30. Enjoy some lawn games and stay around for a campfire if the evening gets a little cooler. Sign-up on Sundays in Foundations to bring a side dish to share. R.S.V.P. to Josh and Rachel Barker (rachel.h.barker@gmail.com) or contact them with any questions.

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Compassion Ministries Lou | ldegraaf@calvarygr.org | ext. 3618 DivorceCare May 1-July 31 | 6:30-8:30pm | Room 140 | Cost: $20 This 13-week seminar, led by people who understand the pain of separation and divorce, will help you recover from the pain of the past and look forward to rebuilding your life. DivorceCare has touched hundreds of lives in our community by giving hope and encouragement to those who are experiencing separation and divorce. If you, or someone you know is going through a divorce, please join us. Register with Lou. DC4K (DivorceCare 4 Kids) May 1-July 31 | 6:30-8:30pm | Room 145 | Cost: $15 (Scholarships available) Offered simultaneously with DivorceCare, this 13 week class is geared for elementary age children. DC4K provides a safe, neutral and fun place where children learn to understand their feelings, express their emotions appropriately, learn to feel better about themselves, develop coping skills and are introduced to biblical concepts that bring comfort. Childcare will be provided for children birth through preschool. Register with Lou.

men Lou | men@calvarygr.org | ext. 3618 Tigers v. Cardinals Game June 21 | 1:00pm | Entrance J Busses will be leaving Entrance J at 8:30am and returning after the game. For questions or more information, contact Boyd (kitzrowboyd@rocketmail. com).

May 1-July 31 6:30-8:30pm in Room 145 Cost: $15 (Scholarships available) Offered simultaneously with DivorceCare, this 13 week class is geared for elementary age children.

The Divorce Care for Kids (DC4K) ministry continues to be a source of healing for families as we direct children to God, the redeemer of life. Here are some comments from parents of children who have experienced God's amazing healing power: “My child felt loved and accepted and free to speak her mind and share her feelings.”

“Before it was challenge to talk about the divorce with my children, now it is easier."

“DC4K is the highlight of my boys’ week.”

“My child learned how to better deal with stress and worry.”

Why is DC4K impacting so many children? Some of the reasons include: there is a weekly routine, children know what to expect; children experience God’s love through the volunteers. It’s a safe, fun place to be with other children that are dealing with the difficulties of divorce and the topics discussed are age appropriate and timely.

Pastoral care Regina | rscovill@calvarygr.org | ext. 3672 Confident Caregivers May 21 | 11:30am -1:00pm | Room 123 As a caregiver, do you ever feel alone? Does it seem like no one really understands the burden you’re carrying? Confident Caregivers of West Michigan is a monthly support group for sharing needs, questions, answers and encouragement. Each month, we invite a knowledgeable person on a related subject to be our facilitator. This month, Amy Sebestyen of Holland Home will speak on, “Hospice 101.” R.S.V.P. by May 17 to Regina.

Mental Illness Support Group May 22 | 7:00pm | Room 114 Bipolar, or Manic Depressive disorder affects about 1½% of the population, and can be very debilitating.

It is however, usually quite treatable, often enabling the person to live an active productive life. If you are supporting a family or friend with a mental illness, join our monthly meeting. Contact John or Betty Walker at 956-6141.

Stephen Ministry & Lay Counseling Do you need a listening ear? Are you struggling with tough times, un-employment, personal difficulties, a spiritual crises or perhaps even an addiction?

Would you like to connect one on one with someone in an entirely confidential manner that can provide you with a listening ear to care and guide you through your struggles and spiritual crises? Stephen Ministers are trained lay members of the Calvary Church congregation who will listen, care, encourage, provide emotional and spiritual support and help you bring Christ’s presence into focus in your life on a confidential basis. If you would like to learn more about Calvary’s Stephen Ministry and how a Stephen Minister can help you, call Regina Scovill at 956-9377.

Prayer Groups

Intercessors Prayer Group Wednesdays | 6:45pm | Room 212 Open to anyone who is interested in praying for Calvary Church, its pastors, staff, volunteers, congregation and programming. For details, or to submit prayer requests, contact prayer@calvarygr.org.

Nehemiah Prayer Team When Nehemiah heard that the walls of Jerusalem needed repair, his first response was to fast and pray for four months. For the past two years, the elders and deacons have been praying and fasting for God’s wisdom concerning our space needs. Now we would like to invite our church family to join us.

If you are willing to fast and pray with the elders, please email Sarah Merrill (smerrill@calvarygr.org), and we will add you to a regular prayer update.

Pastor Jim Samra’s Prayer Team People on this team agree to pray daily for the Samras and for the church. Jim sends out weekly prayer requests to the team as well as requests

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Women’s Summer Bible Study “Joy – How To Rejoice in Any Situation” by Phyllis J. LePeau Facilitated by Ruthie Krause Tuesdays, July 10August 14, 9:3011:30am. Cost is $10, scholarships are available.

No childcare.

Could you use an extra dose of that Fruit of the Spirit?

Joy does not come naturally, it takes the power of the Holy Spirit to produce joy in times of trial, weakness, pain and disappointment. In a surprising way, joy can be found in such situations. Nehemiah 8:10b says “for the joy of the LORD is your strength.”

This Fruit of the Spirit Bible study helps you discover how to rejoice in any situation. Come, be encouraged

by God’s Word and learn to let your joy overflow into the lives of those around you. Registration forms are available at the Information Center and at the reception desk downstairs. Contact Elaine (emeredith@calvarygr.org) at ext. 5186 for more information.

throughout the week when he needs immediate help.

Contact Ruth Gudbrandson (rgudbrandson@calvarygr. org) at ext. 5013.

Pastors’ Prayer Partners You will receive weekly updates from the Pastoral Staff via email or postal mail. Your obligation is to pray with a team of prayer warriors during one service a month, and pray in your own home regularly for their requests. Contact Arlene Timmer (hrtakt@iserv.net) at 365-0728.

Prayer & Fasting for the Unemployed Thursdays | 12:00-1:00pm | Chapel Please join us every third Thursday for a time of prayer and fasting for the unemployed.

Prayer for Worship Services Sundays | 7:45-8:05am (in Jim Samra’s office), 9:159:35am, 10:50-11:10am (in Room 105) You are invited to join others on Sundays before each service to pray specifically that God would bless our morning services. All are encouraged to pick a time and come.

Third Monday Missionary Prayer Bring your lunch and pray for our missionaries serving around the world on the third Monday of each month at 11:30am in room 207.

Senior Adults Regina | rscovill@calvarygr.org | ext. 3672 Chera - Board Sponsored Brunch May 19 | 9:30am | Room 129 (Fellowship Hall) A support group designed to reach out with the comfort found in Jesus Christ to those who have lost spouses. This is a great opportunity to meet others who are walking down a similar path. Contact Marian Mason for reservations at 554-9262.

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Monday Monthly Luncheon May 7 | 10:20am | Fellowship Hall | Cost: $7 Join us for great fellowship and good food. Doctors Dave and Susie Oviatt will be speaking to us on “Medical Missions.” Make reservations with Howard & Arlene Timmer at 365-0728, Virginia Claybrook at 9401807 or Terry & Linda Markham at 247-8619 by May 1.

Wednesday Morning Bible Study Picnic May 30 | 10:00am | Chapel Join us for as we conclude our exciting study from the book of Genesis ”Learning to Live by Faith."

Senior Men’s Golf Tuesdays | 8:45am | Boulder Creek Golf Course Join us every Tuesday beginning May 1 for some good Christian fellowship. This is not a formal league, just show up when you can. Each week we have a draw to determine foursomes, so it is a good way to meet people from Calvary. Cost is $25 for 18 holes with a cart. Contact Jim DeWeerd at 901-5561 or John Nibbelink at 443-5957.

Special needs Elleen | efitzgerald@calvarygr.org | ext. 5623 Go-Getters (Adults with Special Needs) Sundays | 11:15am | Chapel The Go-Getter class is growing in size as well as knowledge of God’s Word. Their studies include the book of John and additional biblical characters as well as prayer. The students continue to care for and pray for others with such sincerity and love. Mentors are needed to bring them through our booklet “Understanding Faith in Jesus” and the process that follows.

Explorers (Children with Special Needs) Sundays | 11:15am | Room 114 Explorers Sunday morning class is an interactive, sensory-based learning excursion through God’s Word!

We are exploring God’s Word to learn and grow in Him through our own abilities. As we continue on in our adventure, we are equipping our students to learn in an environment that best suits their needs as followers of Christ.

Seekers (Youth with Special Needs) Sundays | 11:15am | Room 112 In Seekers, we are equipping ourselves with the armor of God! We are discovering how to “wear” God’s armor every day by actively studying His Word.

Through the use of different fine motor skills and stimulating activities, Seekers are equipping themselves with important values, engaging in them, and demonstrating them to others.

Women Elaine | emeredith@calvarygr.org | ext. 5186 Women’s Informal Summer Golf Begins May 8 | 9:30am | Gracewil Country Club Plan to arrive 15 minutes ahead and join the group for lunch afterwards if you can. No substitutes or registration required. Great exercise and you decide when you can play. Contact before joining so they can plan on you: Marilyn Vredeveld (amvred@comcast.net) at 365-2419 or Karen Weber (klw1453@comcast.net) at 364-4478.

Giving opportunities Lynnell | lbok@calvarygr.org | ext. 3510 Clothes Closet Enjoying the warmer weather of summer we have many families who can use the following items: short-sleeve shirts, sandals, bathing suits, sundresses, shorts & Capri’s. Your donations are greatly appreciated.

Food Pantry This month we need the following: • Laundry • Deodorants detergents • Toothpaste & • Fabric softener brushes • Bleach • Mouthwash • Dryer sheets • Dental floss • Cleaning products • Hand lotions • Personal hygiene • Hand & body items soaps • Men’s & women’s • Hairbrushes & combs shaving cream All items listed in the Giving Opportunities section above can be dropped off at the Yellow House, located behind Calvary on Bradford Street.

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Welcome to calvary church We are so glad you have joined us today. We know there are many churches you could have chosen to attend and we are glad you chose to be here. We believe that you are not here by accident, that God has brought you to this place for a specific purpose. We look forward to connecting with you and caring for you in any way that we can.

This is a big church, we know... but you’d be surprised at how quickly you can find your place. All over this page are ways to meet people and get involved at Calvary. You will find there really is something for everyone!

Jim Samra Senior Pastor

Need More Info?

Go to the Connection Point located through the Sanctuary doors on the right as you exit (in the Chapel wing) or stop at the Information Center at the back of the Sanctuary.

Media Center: For past sermons or a series on CD, the Media Center is located through the Sanctuary doors on the left as you exit (in the Chapel wing).

Children’s Activity Boxes: Located inside the Sanctuary doors by the Children’s wing.

Explore Calvary This staff-led, four-week class is for people to learn more about Calvary, take a tour of the building and find out what your next steps in connecting may look like.

Contact Christy (cvanandel@calvarygr.org) at ext. 5615.

Pastoral Need If you have a need and would like to speak to a pastor, please call the main church number, 956-9377 or email pastoralcare@calvarygr.org. A pastor is always available.

Sundays at Calvary Connection Point

Our Connection Point is a place where you can receive a warm welcome, whether this is your first time at Calvary or your sixteenth, The Connection Point is your place for information on connecting at Calvary Church. It is located in the Chapel wing of the building, on your right as you exit the Sanctuary, in room 215a.

Calvary Café

9:00am-11:15am in the Gym The Calvary Café is designed to give you the opportunity to mingle with other attendees between services. Stop in for a cup of coffee and a donut. From discussing the morning’s sermon to catching up on your community group leader’s recent vacation, the Calvary Café is a great place to gather for conversation.

Adult Sunday Classes

Find a class that’s perfect for you. There are classes for adults of all ages, stages and interests, from singles to parents to senior adults. For exact location and class descriptions, pick up a copy of the Adult Sunday Classes brochure at the Information Center or at calvarygr.org.

Special Needs

Adult (Go-Getters): 11:15am *Youth (Seekers): 11:15am *Children (Explorers): 11:15am

Chapel Room 112 Room 114

*Pre-registration recommended

Children’s Ministries

Young Fives - Fourth Grade: 9:40am and 11:15am Visit the check-in desk at Entrance K on the lower level to register.

Nursery Care: 8:10am, 9:40am and 11:15am For infants birth through preschool. Visit the check-in desk at Entrance M on the upper level to register.

Student Ministries

Middle School (MSM): 9:40am

5th & 6th Main Event (Studying Genesis)

7th & 8th Main Event (Studying Genesis) High School (United): 6:00pm (Studying Genesis)

Young Adults

Merge (Singles 22-34): 11:15am Foundations (Young Couples 22-32): 11:15am College Lunch (Young Adults 18-22): 12:30pm

Room 109 Room 108 Room 108 Room 137 Room 130 Room 121

Community is a place where you belong; a place where you develop relationships with other Christians and do life together. When you experience true community, you have close friends who meet together, pray together, grow together in God’s Word, and care for one another. In community you will be loved; you will be valued; you will be transformed more into Christ’s image. If you realize it is time to engage with people in a new way and want to be a part of a community group, visit the Connection Point on Sunday mornings or sign up at calvarygr.org.