Senior Adults
at Calvary Church
55+ Leisure Luncheon Ministry Coordinators: Howard & Arlene Timmer (hrtakt@iserv.net)
Join our senior community the first Monday of each month, September through June, for a time of lunch, fellowship and informative programming. Each luncheon features engaging speakers sharing unique programs designed to inform our seniors on a wide range of topics. A delicious lunch prepared and served by our top rated kitchen staff is offered for $7.00 per person. Reservations should be made one week prior by contacting the Timmers, the Markhams or Virginia Claybrook (contact information on back of brochure). For more information on our monthly luncheon, contact the Calvary Church Senior Adults Ministry at ext. 3672.
Wednesday Morning
Older Adults Bible Study Ministry Coordinators: Mike & Mariann Looney (mlooney@calvarygr.org)
Older adults ages 55+ from Calvary Church and around West Michigan meet every Wednesday, September through May, from 9:30-11:00am in Calvary’s Chapel for a time of fellowship and Bible study. Our teachers, Bruce Huseby and Aaron Bolduc, spend time each morning teaching an uplifting and challenging lesson from the Word of God. Our time together begins at 9:30 for a time of fellowship and refreshment moving into inspirational singing, prayer and sharing. Interaction between attendees and teachers make for an interesting, insightful and thought-provoking learning experience. No matter where you may be in your personal walk with Christ, you can benefit from this ongoing study of God’s Word. For more information, contact the Calvary Church Senior Adults Ministry at ext. 3672.
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Confident Caregivers Ministry Coordinators: Jack & Judy Morgan (jdonmorgan@comcast.net)
Caring for a loved one during a time of illness can be physically exhausting and lonely, as well as emotionally draining. Yet day after day, caregivers show their love and kindness by setting aside their own needs to serve their spouse, friend or other family member. Confident Caregivers provides support for those filling the roll of full or part-time caregiver in their home, special needs community, or assisted living facility. Each meeting allows caregivers at any stage in life to spend time with others who share their unique experience of providing care for those unable to care for themselves. During this time of fellowship and support, Confident Caregivers team members offer encouragement, advice and prayer. Confident Caregivers gatherings are held at 6:30pm on the third Tuesday during the months of September, November, January, March, and May each year. Each meeting features an interesting speaker designed to entertain and equip attendees around a verity of topics. For more information, please contact the Senior Adults Ministry at ext. 3672.
GriefShare Workshops Ministry Coordinators: Bob and Anne Vandekieft (bvdkieft@gmail.com) You don’t have to go through the grieving process alone. GriefShare is a ministry providing a friendly, caring group of people who will walk alongside you through one of life’s most difficult experiences. GriefShare seminars and support groups here at Calvary are led by people who understand what you are going through and want to help. You’ll gain access to valuable GriefShare resources to help you recover from your loss and take steps to rebuild your life. Two 13-week workshops are held, one in the spring and one in the fall. Workshops are designed specifically to give you the opportunity to interact with others who have experienced a recent loss. For more information, please contact the Calvary Church Senior Adults Ministry ext. 3672.
Chera Ministry Coordinator: Patsy Clark (patsyclark54@att.net)
God has promised, “Never will I leave you, never will I forsake you.”
Chera (pronounced Ke-Ra) is the Greek word for “widowed” or “bereft.” Our mission is to reach out to those who have lost a spouse and offer the comfort which comes from God. Healing after the death of a spouse is a long-term process. It has been suggested that it can take up to two years to give ourselves time to mourn and grieve. Chera exists to offer that long-term, ongoing support. Our members contact the newly-widowed to provide support by listening and offering friendship individually as well as meeting in small groups. Twice a year, in the spring and the fall, Chera members are the guests of the Elders and Deacons to share a brunch and fellowship. We invite you to join us. The Chera Ministry is why we can say, with confidence, “The Lord is my Helper; I will not be afraid” (Hebrews 13:5b-6).
Ol’ Fashioned Hymn Sing Ministry Coordinator: Maury Lehmann
Come join us for a time of fun, fellowship and singing lead by Maury Lehman. The hymn sing is held quarterly in the Chapel immediately following the Sunday evening service. Information including special guests and dates can be found in the OASIS newsletter, Calvary Life magazine or by calling the Senior Adult Ministry Office at ext. 3672.
Shut-in Ministry Ministry Coordinators: Rich Dyer (richguy11011@yahoo.com)
The Calvary Shut-In Ministry provides comfort, prayer, and communion for Calvary regular attendees who are no longer able to attend regular church services and functions due to illness or other disabilities. Our Shut-in Ministry also provides these same services to those who are experiencing a short term illness or rehab due to surgeries or accidents. If you would like to become a Shut-In Ministry volunteer or you know of someone from the Calvary family who is no longer able to regularly attend worship services, please contact Regina (rscovill@calvarygr.org) at 956-9377 ext. 3672 for more information.
Seniors On the Go Ministry Coordinators: Howard & Arlene Timmer (hrtakt@iserv.net)
Each year Calvary Seniors plan and participate in two out of town excursions. These trips are open to all those 55+ and are reserved on a first come, first served basis. Trips are scheduled in the spring and the fall each year. They provide a wonderful time of fun and fellowship. Watch the eNews, Calvary Life, and the OASIS newsletter for more information. You may also contact our ministry for more upcoming “On the Go� excursion details.
Hands of Jesus Ministry Ministry Coordinators: Glenn DeMots (gdemots@comcast.net) and Bill Skinner (skinnerws@gmail.com)
“Do not withhold good from those who deserve it, when it is in your power to act.� Proverbs 3:2
Hands of Jesus is a Calvary Church ministry which connects volunteers who have skills and a desire to serve, with fellow Calvary members who have a need. This service is provided without charge in an atmosphere of mutual respect and blessing. We invite Calvary members to refer someone they know who has a need or for a member to contact us directly to express how we can be of help. If you are willing to serve as a Hands of Jesus volunteer or if you need help with something from the following list of services, please contact Glenn or Bill. We will answer your questions and connect you with the ministry as a service provider or recipient. The areas where the ministry can add the most value to those in need include: Electrical Repair: Resolve and repair electrical issues. Painting: Provide internal and external painting assistance. Plumbing: Provide repair or replacement of home plumbing fixtures, drains and pipes.
Yard Work: Provide raking, mowing and various yard work. Cleaning: Provide house cleaning or minor repairs for elderly or disabled. Meal Preparation/Delivery: Provide a meal for an individual or family when needed. Furniture Moving: Help with the moving of furniture or appliances. Transportation: Provide transportation for doctor appointments or other needs. Respite Care: Care for a few hours for an individual to provide relief for a caregiver. Handyman Projects: Provide minor home repairs and help with small jobs. Carpentry: Repair or provision of small carpentry projects.
Jesus Hands of
a ministry of Calvary Church
General Information
Hospital Visitation Information
If you have a surgery scheduled in the near future or if at any time a hospital emergency presents itself, contact Regina Scovill-Bilski in our Pastoral Care Ministries Department located at the Yellow House. Our hospital visitation pastor would like the opportunity to visit and pray with you prior to your surgery or during unexpected illness and stays at area hospitals. Call us at 956-9377, ext. 3672 to advise us of your hospitalization or surgery times.
Loss and Bereavement Information
Times of loss and tragedy can come upon us in a moment. Calvary’s Pastoral Staff is here to assist in these difficult times. Please let us know when a family member or loved one has passed into eternity. For more information, regarding funeral services and arrangements contact Kristen White at 956-9377, ext. 5155.
Address Change Information
Have you moved recently? Are you planning a move to a new residence in the near future? Please be sure to let us know. Also, when calling make sure we have all your contact information correct in our church database. That way you will receive all mailings and information needed to keep in touch with Calvary Church and for us to keep in touch with you. Contact Pam Tuinstra, Ministry Assistant to Technical Services, at 9569377, ext. 5150 to notify us of your move.
Senior Shuttle Van Service
This new easily-accessible shuttle van operates 30 minutes prior to our first service, between first and second services, and 30 minutes after our second service. It transports attendees parked in Lot #1 (adjacent to Bradford Street) to Entrance N. New bench seating and hand rails have been added at Entrance N to accommodate those in need of such assistance. This Entrance provides easy access to the Sanctuary or the elevator to fellowship hall.
Important Contact Information Mike Looney Programing Coordinator, Senior Adults & Pastoral Care ext. 3476 | mlooney@calvary.org Bruce Huseby Pastor to Senior Adults ext. 5025 | bruce@calvarygr.org Regina Scovill-Bilski Ministry Assistant ext. 3672 | rscovill@calvarygr.org 55+ Leisure Luncheon Reservations Howard & Arlene Timmer | 365-0728 Virginia Claybrook | 940-1807 Terry and Linda Markham | 247-8619 Hospital Visitation Regina Scovill-Bilski GriefShare Regina Scovill-Bilski Wednesday Morning Bible Study, Chera, Confident Caregivers, Shut-In Ministry Mike Looney
Calvary church 707 E Beltline NE | Grand Rapids MI | 49525 (616) 956-9377 | calvarygr.org