This Sunday is "Sleep in Sunday," otherwise known as Daylight Saving Time. How often do you hear a pastor tell you to sleep in on Sunday (and then come to worship of course!) Well, that's what we need you to do this week. Unless some of you folks in the second service want to use this as a time to come earlier and worship with me at 8:15! If you are in the 11:15 service--we need you to stay up extra late Sunday night!
Seriously, I'm already looking forward to Sunday and its only Wednesday morning. This week Jesus talks about getting ready for The End of the World! Oh yes--we are going to look at what Jesus has to say about the future, word-for-word! We have a special presentation from Sevenglory this week highlighting their Into All the World Tour; and we are going to eat and drink together to enjoy our salvation in Christ.
Come, bring a friend, and let's rejoice in the Gospel again.
For Your Joy--
Lionel
What's new at Calvary...
Calvary App
Do you have a smartphone or tablet? Go to your app store today to download the brand new Calvary Church app! Search ‘Calvary Church Valparaiso’ and download the app to listen to sermons and read Pastor Lionel’s blog and daily devotions. Even more app features will be coming soon!
Fall Hoedown
College Age and 20-Somethings are invited to attend a Fall Hoedown this Friday, 11.1 at 6pm at Pastor Mark's home (103-2 South 200 W). Dress warm in your best Country Get-up (Seriously!). Free food, activities, and Sevenglory unplugged, will be part of an evening filled with fun and a few SURPRISES. Be sure to bring your friends with you to this one - You don't want to miss it!
Coffee with the Pastors
Calvary guests are invited to join us on Sunday, 11.3 from 6:30-8p at Uptown Cafe. 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.
Outreach
Its that time of year again, to collect shoeboxes of goodies to be delivered with the Gospel to children around the world. Calvary has set a goal of filling 400 boxes this year! Visit the Operation Christmas Child table near the Children’s Welcome Center for more information!
Women's Ministries
Save the Date! This year's Girlfriends of Grace Christmas Lunch will be held on Saturday, 12.7 at 11a at Valparaiso University, featuring special guest speaker, Robyn Dykstra and musical guest, Jenifer Crane! Tickets will be available starting 11.9, and must be purchased in advance. If you would like to decorate a table or volunteer in other capacities, contact Event Director, Lynette Green. CLICK HERE for more information!
Are you looking to start your month off with a night out dining and fellowship 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. November 3rd we will be going to Stacks in Downtown Valpo! (Please note that our December date is Wednesday, 12.4, for the Strongbow Holiday Buffet!)
"What does it take to have a great marriage?” Many women have wondered if they are experiencing the best union possible. Our mentoring group for young married women will meet again on, 11.7 from 6:45p-8:45p led by Cindy Hamilton and Linda Bradley. Contact Cindy Hamilton for more information.
Children's Ministries
Our Calvary Church Family is invited to enjoy Family Fun Night on Friday, 11.22 at 6p! Invite your neighbors, family and friends to join you! We will have gym games and board games, movies, popcorn, music, and tons of fun!
Attention all Children's Ministry Volunteers! Please mark your calendars for Saturday, 11.16 at 8:30a for our Fall Training. This training is a priority for all volunteers (all ages, departments and areas of ministry for our children). We will be covering health, safety and security topics, vision and values, testimonies, goals and new curriculum for 2014. Click Here for more information and to RSVP.
Student Ministries
Connect Middle School Ministry is spending the evening at Jak's Warehouse on Friday, 11.15. Jak's has lazer tag, bumper cars, go-karts, and a high ropes course. You won't want to miss this fun night! Click here for more information on Jak's. We will leave from Calvary at 6p and be back at 9:30p. Details on pricing will be coming soon. Contact noel@calvaryweb.net for more details.
Reliant High School Ministry is heading to Chicago for the day! Join us on Saturday, 11.16 for a day of sight-seeing in Chicago. We will leave from Calvary at 9:30a and return at 10p. Details on pricing will be coming soon. Contact noel@calvaryweb.net for more details.
Seniors & Retirees
If you are a senior, you are invited to join us for the Seniors’ and Retirees’ breakfast at the Viking Chili Bowl on Wednesday, 11.13 at 8a! This is a wonderful opportunity to enjoy fellowship and a warm meal with our seniors’ community. RSVP at the Info Desk in the church foyer.
Follow Us
Did you know that you can follow us on virtually any social media outlet? You can even follow Pastor Lionel on Twitter at twitter.com/LionelatCalvary! Like the Calvary Church Facebook page to stay connected with us every day and find a Facebook link to every staff member by clicking here.