Calvary Link: Passion Week is Here!

calvary-link-headerThis week we are celebrating the greatest event in the history of the universe. Our Hero came to save us. Our Hero is alive--and coming again to save the world! Help spread the Word. Just think--God could use YOU to change someone's life forever. We will remember the death of Christ on Good Friday at 6pm at Calvary. We will celebrate our Lord's passion through song, word, and sacrament. On Easter--or Resurrection Sunday (as it is known)--we will have three worship services of celebration. At 7:30a, 9a, and 10:45a we are going to proclaim that Christ is our HOPE! An awesome service awaits you and your friends. Don't miss it--and don't miss the opportunity to invite someone to join you. Help us spread the word about this weekend--text, twitter, call, e-mail, Facebook, e-vite, personal invitation--however you choose to do it. God can use you to save a life. The gospel will be proclaimed!

We would like to encourage you to arrive early this Sunday, and to use the TJ Middle School Parking lot to the north of our building to help make room for guests. Also, if you like to get up early we would love to see you at the 7:30a "sunrise service"--we'll have the coffee on for you at 7a. I can't wait to see you this weekend. It is all about Him--and all about HOPE. As the Scriptures remind us, "In his name, the nations will put their hope" (Matthew 12.21).

May God renew you this Passion Week--for your good and His glory. And may God use us all to spread the HOPE to others.

For YOUR Joy—

Lionel

What's new at Calvary...

Your Opinion Matters
Our Sunday Morning worship services are at capacity and we need to make room for more - but we need to hear from you. Your opinion is valuable to us; please give us a few minutes and share your thoughts. CLICK HERE to take the very short online survey.

HangTime Gathering
Sunday morning, 4.7, Calvary Church will again hold our new community initiative—HangTime! The gym will be outfitted for mingling with old friends and meeting new ones. Come by after the worship services for a snack and a cup of coffee with your church family.

Concert at Calvary
All The People Tour with Matt Maher, Chris August, and Bellarive is coming to Calvary Church on Friday, 4.26! Tickets are on sale at the Info Desk this Sunday, 3.31 for $16.50 ($10 for groups of ten or more).

Student Ministries
Reliant High School Students are invited to join us for the Fusion Conference on Friday, 4.5 and 4.6 at Indiana Wesleyan University. Hear from David Crowder, Brandon Grissom Band, Sharon Irving (spoken word artist) and others. Students should bring a sleeping bag, pillow, Bible, personal items, towel, gym shoes, alarm clock, $60 and spending money for the event. We'll leave the church at 3:30p on Friday.

On Saturday, 4.11 & 4.12, students can travel with us for Dare 2 Share in the Windy City of Chicago to hear speakers and learn how to be a witness for Christ. For more info about this event contact Mike Bryant.

Every year, hundreds of thousands of students unite to do the Famine. They learn about hunger, raise funds to help the hungry, and then go hungry themselves. This year’s 30 Hour Famine will be held at the Valparaiso Nazarene Church on Friday, 4.19 & 20.

There will be no Middle School Connect Night tonight, 3.27 - enjoy your spring break.

Sunday, 3.31 is High School Youth Group ONLY - Come hang with us and reconnect with friends and leaders 5:30-8:00p.

Women's Ministries
Girlfriends of Grace, will be offering two new Bible Study opportunities this Spring starting in April! On Monday Nights at 6:30p, join Susan Sherman for a 7-week Kay Arthur study Free from Bondage God's Way-Galatians, and on Tuesday mornings at 9:30a, join Anelisa Donley and Victoria Evans-Peasley for an 8-week devotional study of The Love Dare. Click on the study titles for more information and to register online.

Are you looking to start your month off with a night out dining with some of the women of Calvary? If so, join the Girlfriend’s Night Out group that meets on the first Monday of the month at 6:30p. Monday, 4.1 we will be going to La Cabana! CLICK HERE for more details.

Men's Ministries
The Band of Brothers Monthly Social is coming up on Thursday, 4.4 at Buffalo Wild Wings. The time together is casual, enjoying good food, drink, and discussion. Starting at 7p, the evening is open to all men of Calvary Church, their friends, and guests.

The Duneland Softball League begins in April - All players are welcome. The games are played on Tuesdays & Wednesdays, with make up games played on Thursdays & Fridays. Contact Dean Hemmersback with questions or to sign-up.

Job Opening
Calvary Church is searching for someone to fill the position of Facility Manager. The position includes providing both custodial care and management of overall maintenance for the facility, grounds, and equipment at the church. CLICK HERE for further details!