Last Sunday more than 51 people at Calvary committed to sponsor a child at our Mitaboni Children's Home in Kenya. Our staff had to put people on a waiting list! I feel so blessed to be part of a church that is so faithful in their generosity. Together we are saving lives.
This Sunday marks the beginning of the most celebrated week of the year. We will remember together the grand entrance of our Lord into the city of Jerusalem to the cheer of the crowds. And we will watch again as our Hero gets into a fight with the religious leaders. I hope you are ready for another sermon on the most interesting man in the world--Jesus. I'm looking forward to worshipping with you.
As spring comes soon to our land--may renewal come soon to your lives.
For Your Joy--
Lionel
What's new at Calvary...
Easter Worship Services
Join us for a special communion service on Good Friday, 3.29 @ 6p and the Easter Sunday celebration service at 7:30a, 9a, or 10:45a; invite your friends and family. Help us make room for visitors in the 9a and 10:45a services by attending the 7:30a service. Hot coffee and Chuck's Bakery doughnuts will be ready at 7a for those joining us for the early Easter Sunrise Service!
Children's Ministries for Infants through Preschool will be available at the 6p Good Friday service and 7:30a Easter morning service. Full Children's Ministries will be running at the 9a and 10:45a Easter services.
We still have several positions to fill for childcare for the Good Friday and the 7:30a Easter Sunrise Service. Would you prayerfully consider serving in our Children's Ministries to meet this need? Contact victoria@calvaryweb.net to sign-up!
See the Video
Remember last year in March when we gave everything away? Last Sunday, 3.17 (exactly one year later) we saw the recap of how God used an entire Sunday offering that was donated to missions! If you missed it, be sure to check out it out!
Lectio Divina
It's not too late to join Calvary's journey through the Bible! We're poised with the Israelites on the border of the land of promise as Moses reviews the Law. Don't miss a day. Sign-up up at www.calvarydevos.net.
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!
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, and alarm clock. CLICK HERE for more information about this event.
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.
Reliant High School Students, join us tomorrow, 3.21 at 6:30p and every other Thursday for some great discussions and fun activities.
Sunday, 3.24 is Middle School Youth Group ONLY - If your home during spring break come hang with us from 5:30-8:00p
There will be no Middle School Connect Night on Wednesday, 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.
Children's Ministries
Do you have a child with Special Needs? Are you someone who has a heart for children with Special Needs? We are excited to announce our new 'Wonderfully Made' ministry for children with Special Needs. If your child would benefit from being a part of this Sunday morning ministry or if you are interested in volunteering, please contact our Director of Children's Ministries (victoria@calvaryweb.net).
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, or stop by the registration table in the lobby this Sunday!
HangTime
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.