After a very early morning followed by three great services last Sunday, I was on my way out of the office for a ministry-related lunch, and I was already tired. And then I found that little boost I needed. A man came up to me and said, "I wouldn't be alive if it were not for this church. I had to let you know. This church has transformed my life. Thank you for what you do." I need to hear that. And YOU need to hear it. You need to know that YOU are making a difference in this city--and around this world. Thank you for giving. Thank you for serving. Thank for being willing to change your Sunday schedule a little bit--so that we can make a BIG difference.
Speaking of making a difference in the world--Kurt and the boys are back in town this Sunday from their Into all the World Tour and they are ready to tell you about the amazing things God did through them--and through us! And I'm looking forward to blessing you through the ministry of the Word!
Last Sunday we were out of room in the 9:45a service and we had to seat people in the overflow room. We are thrilled with how our three service format is working--but we could use some more help at 8:15a and 11:15a--to make room for visitors. We'll have the coffee on early--and I'll be at all three--and ready to go!
See You Sunday--
Lionel
What's new at Calvary...
Fall Hoedown
College Age and 20-Somethings are invited to attend a Fall Hoedown on 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!
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!
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.
Men's Ministries
Calvary Men and regular attenders are invited to register for the Valparaiso Church Basketball League. The winter season begins Monday, 11.11 and runs thru March 2014. Registration is free and ends this Friday, 10.25. For more information contact Mike Bryant or CLICK HERE to register.
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!
"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
As our church grows, we need more volunteers to meet the needs of our growing church family. Please prayerfully consider serving in an area of children’s ministries—our kids need you! For more information please contact Victoria Evans-Peasley.
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.