MSM
Summer
2013
Calvary Church
Fight the Good Fight
I Timothy 6:12
5th-8th
welcome The Bible is full of people of strength. Strength demonstrated in some cool and unique ways. Join us this summer as we tackle these characters head on and discover together lessons learned from strong people of the Bible. Worship, fun games, crazy stories, and special guest speakers await us each week as we wrestle with what it means to be strong in a world full of our weaknesses. Take a moment to check out the exciting opportunities we have for middle school students this summer. You’ll find ministry opportunities for both 5th/6th and 7th/8th, so be sure to mark those calendars. If you find that you have additional questions, don’t hesitate to contact our Student Ministries Office (calvarystudents@calvarygr.org) at ext. 5181. We look forward to all God has in store for us this summer as we fight the good fight.
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Fight the good fight of the faith. Take hold of the eternal life to which you were called when you made your good confession in the presence of many witnesses. I Timothy 6:12
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Main Event 9:40am (Room 108) Jacob Main Event 9:40am Jael Main Event 9:40am Samson
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Main Event 9:40am Cinema Sunday
bike trip 10:00am1:00pm // free
bike trip 10:00am1:00pm // free
We will be watching The Prince of Egypt.
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beach trip 12:30pm7:00pm // $12
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Bike Trip
Monday, June 24 | 10:00am-1:00pm Meet/Pick Up: White Pine Trail – Rockford Dam (E. Bridge Street, Downtown Rockford) Cost: FREE Bring a sack lunch, money for ice cream after our ride, a ready to ride bike, helmet*, sunscreen, appropriate shoes and a water bottle. In case of bad weather we will cancel this event by 9:00am. You can find details on calvarygr.org. REQUIRED TO RIDE
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Tuesday, July 16 | 6:30 – 9:00pm Meet/Pick Up: 11901 Foreman St, Lowell Cost: $4 We will cook out, enjoy swimming in the pool, and play games including whiffle ball, bean bag toss and more. Bring tennis shoes, your appetite, sunscreen, a modest swimsuit, and your towel.
Monday, August 12 | 6:15pm – 10:00pm Meet/Pick Up: Entrance J Cost: $8 (Please bring additional money for snacks and/or souvenirs.)
We are going to participate in the all American pastime — baseball! All fifth and sixth grade students are welcome to attend this Whitecaps’ Game, we only ask you to sign up by Sunday morning, August 11. In the event of rain, we will go to Craig’s Cruisers. Meet and pick-up in the same place/same time, no matter the weather.
3 mile project
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Includes pizza and full access to the 3 Mile Project activities (reball, basketball, volleyball, video games…) Fun, fun, fun — need we say anything more!
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Wednesday, August 28 | 6:00– 9:00pm Meet/Pick Up: The 3 Mile Project (3050 Walkent NW) Cost: $6
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Bike Trip
Monday, June 17 | 10:00am-1:00pm Meet/Pick Up: White Pine Trail – Rockford Dam (E. Bridge Street, Downtown Rockford) Cost: FREE Bring a sack lunch, money for ice cream after our ride, a ready to ride bike, helmet*, sunscreen, appropriate shoes and a water bottle. In case of bad weather we will cancel this event by 9:00am. You can find details on calvarygr.org. REQUIRED TO RIDE
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Sunday, July 21 | 12:30pm-7:00pm Meet: Room 108 | Pick Up: Entrance J | Cost: $12 Meet in room 108 for sign-in, then move to the lawn. We will eat lunch together and then pile into the vans for our beach trip to Tunnel Park (note: no lifeguard). Bring sunscreen, modest swimming suit*, beach clothes, and towel. Dinner provided. Bring a dark tank top to cover two-piece bathing suits
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Thursday, August 8 | 10:30am-8:00pm Meet/Pick Up: Entrance J Cost: $35 (Includes lunch; bring money for snacks and dinner.) Bring a modest swimming suit*, towel and sunscreen. In case of bad weather, we will cancel the event three hours prior to arrival time. You can find details on calvarygr.org. Bring a dark tank top to cover two-piece bathing suits
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Wednesday, August 28 | 6:00– 9:00pm Meet/Pick Up: The 3 Mile Project (3050 Walkent NW) Cost: $6
Includes pizza and full access to the 3 Mile Project activities (reball, basketball, volleyball, video games…) Fun, fun, fun — need we say anything more!
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Wednesdays, July 17-August 21 10:30am-12:00pm Just show up, no need to register!
Girls: Room 207 | Cost: $9 (Includes a student workbook) Bring payment to first study. Scholarships available, contact the office. Get ready for good laughs and great discussion in this summer’s Bible Study! Yellow Roses is a series of videos about real girls, real life and real hope. The tactic of Satan is to deceive and mislead us, but Jesus said that the truth will indeed set us free. We will hang out, paint our nails and explore the truth found in God’s word about some of the pressures we face as girls trying to live for Jesus. Don’t miss out on a chance to make new friends and dig deeper into the Bible! (See yellowrosesfilm.com for more information)
Boys: Room 109 | Free There are many things in life that are like puzzles. We may have all the pieces but aren’t sure how they fit together. In Jr. High, I knew many things about the Bible, but was a bit fuzzy with the big picture. This Summer, 7th and 8th grade guys are welcome to join us as we play dodgeball, get to know each other and have a blast digging deep in to what the big picture of God’s word is all about. Don’t miss it!
How to register Pre-registration is important. It ensures that we are able to feed you, transport you, and provide enough leaders to keep you safe! As a special incentive to register early, we created a special deal for those who register way in advance. Sign-up for the summer events of your choice by June 10 and save 15% on each event. Take advantage of this deal by registering at MyCalvaryGR.org. Find the “Middle School Summer 2013� event, then within this group, select the events you plan to attend and provide payment in full. As long as you sign-up on or before June 10, you will save 15% on each event you register for. (You must provide payment in full at registration in order to qualify.) Questions? Contact Natalie in the Student Ministries Office at 956-9377, ext. 5181.
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Have your student sign up on the signup sheet passed around on Sundays in the weeks before an event.
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Register online at mycalvarygr.org. If you have questions or problems with the site, email mycalvary@calvarygr.org.
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Call our office at 956-9377, ext. 5181.
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Email calvarystudents@calvarygr.org. Make sure your student has a parentsigned 2012-2013 year-long medical release form on file (available at calvarystudents.com), turns in the required cost or deposit of an event, and completes any extra paperwork indicated.
MSM
Summer
2013
Calvary Church 707 E Beltline NE Grand Rapids, MI calvarystudents.com 956-9377, ext. 5181