Calvary Link: Jesus on Marriage (and Divorce) Part 2!

calvary-link-headerI've heard so many words of encouragement from last week's first exposition on marriage! And I met a number of visitors last Sunday too. I have to say I had one of those pastoral moments last Sunday morning when I felt overwhelmed by the needs--and inadequate for the task at hand. But I know God is at work in lives--and it is my prayer that he will use this miniseries to save lives. This Sunday will be no less important as I deliver message number 2 from Mark 10--and talk about God's dream for people to stay married!

We are also going to eat and drink together in worship as we remember that Jesus loves us so much, he will never, ever leave his wife (his church) even though we often fail him. It's going to be a great Sunday morning of worship. Come and bring a friend.

I hope you have a great (and safe) Fourth of July--celebrating freedom and all that God has given us. I look forward to worshipping the Giver of all things with you on Sunday. He is good!

For Your Joy,

Lionel

What's new at Calvary...

Student Ministries
Connect Middle School Students can join us tonight, 7.3 from 6-8p for an awesome night full of fun activities! We will be playing games, eating pizza, and learning Biblical truths that will help you to grow in your spiritual walk!

Children's Ministries
Children ages K-5th grade are invited to share in Vacation Bible School’s awesome week (7.15-17 from 5:45-8:15p) of Bible stories, action-packed songs, memory verses, cool crafts, games and snacks. Register before and after services this Sunday, 7.7, or online by clicking on the VBS Registration link HERE. All children (whether they attend Calvary or not) must submit their registration by 7.7.

Families are invited to our Family Fun Night on 7.18! To follow up the awesome week of VBS, all families with young children are invited to Calvary from 5:45-8:15p for a night filled with fun games, food and fellowship! Your children do not have to be enrolled in VBS for your family to enjoy this event. Everyone is welcome!

Summer camp at Twin Lakes is right around the corner! If your child is registered for Junior Camp 5 (7.23-28) and is planning to use church transportation, please contact Jen Martakis (jen@calvaryweb.net) by 7.8!

Group Service Project
Would your Covenant Group, Bible Study or family be interested in providing a meal for our VBS Volunteers one night of VBS (7.15-17)? Last year, our Covenant Groups provided meals, and it was such a blessing for the busy families who commit to serve every night during VBS week. Please contact Lori Prewitt (prewitt5@comcast.net) for more information.

First Impressions Team
Do you like meeting new people? Do you have a heart to help people feel welcome and connected? If so, then the First Call Team may be for you. This is a new team of Calvary members that will make phone calls/send emails to new attenders from the information received on the Connection Cards each week. Team members will be assigned a rotating schedule to contact visitors on each Monday or Tuesday. Calls can be made from your home. If you are a Calvary Member and you are interested in this ministry, please contact the Director of First Impressions, Lori Coslet (lori@calvaryweb.net).

Sevenglory Goes to Africa
Please join us in partnering with Sevenglory with prayer and financial support as they prepare to travel to Kenya in October! Sevenglory is excited for this opportunity to spread the Word through worship across the globe. CLICK HERE for more information or to donate.

The new baptism shirts have been very popular, and many of you asked if you could purchase one. We LOVE that you are so in love with our church, that you want to promote it wherever you go. The men from Sevenglory have helped us tweak the design and shirt color, and we are making it available for you to purchase. This Sunday in the lobby, you can purchase shirts for your family for $15 each ($17 for 2XL and $18 for 3XL). All proceeds from sales will be applied toward the Sevenglory trip to Nairobi this fall!

Men's Ministries
The Band of Brothers Men's Ministry will be hosting a Summer Men's Study on the book, Epic, by John Eldredge. Led by David Gring, the study will commence on Tuesday, 7.9 and run for six Tuesday mornings, through 8.13. We will meet at Suzie's Café in Valparaiso, from 6:30 - 8a, and breakfast will be optional. The cost of Epic is $3.00, and please bring your Bible. Sign up at the Info Desk today!

Seniors and Retirees
If you are a senior, you are invited to join us for the Seniors’ and Retirees’ breakfast next Wednesday, 7.10. We will meet at the Viking Chili Bowl from 8-9:30a! CLICK HERE for more information and RSVP after service at the Info Desk in the church foyer.

Pizza With The Pastors For Newcomers
Calvary guests are invited to join us on Sunday, 7.21 from 12:30-2p following the service here at Calvary Church! Come to The Well to learn about Calvary’s values and vision, and take the opportunity to ask questions of the pastoral staff in a casual environment. We would love to meet you! RSVP online or at the Info Desk this Sunday.

Meet the African Church Planter
Enjoy a rare opportunity to meet the man that Christianity Today called “The African Planter.” On Sunday, 8.4, Pastor Lionel will share the platform with Pastor Oscar Muriu of Nairobi Chapel. Nairobi Chapel and Calvary Church recently entered into a partnership agreement to plant churches on the African continent. CLICK HERE for more information.