Calvary Link: We Did It!

calvary-link-headerWe made room for more people--together. We added a third service at Calvary Church this last week and made room in all three of our services for growth. A lot of you have asked, "how did it go?" We had nearly 350 at the 8:15a service, over 450 at the 9:45a service, and over 300 at the 11:15a service. Each service now has room to grow. Way to go! Way to go! Way to go! Thank you for making this change for the Gospel. Thank you to all our volunteers. Now let's fill up all three services together! Wouldn't that be fun?!

As you can see, we still need a few more of you to attend the 8:15a or 11:15a service. The primary reason for this is so that we continue to have room for all three services to grow. (We don't want to run out of room at 9:45am.) If your schedule allows you a little more flexibility on Sunday (getting up earlier or sleeping in later) your help would be greatly appreciated. We are also still in need of volunteers to help us with the growing needs in Children's Ministries. With over 250 children here each weekend--we have a great opportunity to impact the next generation of Calvary Church worshippers and you can help by volunteering (see info below).

This Sunday is going to be very much about the Gospel--so it is a great week to invite a friend. Jesus returns to the temple He cleared--and the religious leaders stand up to him. What will He say to them? You don't want to miss it. Stop everything you are doing at least once a week to worship the One who gave you everything you have. NOTHING in this world is more important than worship, because NOTHING in this world is more important than God.

For HIS Glory,

Lionel

What's new at Calvary...

Coffee with the Pastors
Calvary guests are invited to join us this Sunday, 9.22 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 on Sunday.

3 Services-We Need You!
As our church grows, we need more volunteers to meet the needs of our growing church family. Please prayerfully consider how you might be able to serve as Calvary moves to 3 services. For more information on serving as an usher, please contact Noel Perry (noel@calvaryweb.net). For more information about becoming a greeter, please contact Lori Coslet (lori@calvaryweb.net). For more information about how you can serve in our Children's Ministries, please contact Victoria Evans-Peasley (victoria@calvaryweb.net).

Student Ministries
Connect Middle School ministry will meet tonight from 6-8p. Come hang out with friends, play games, and learn about following Jesus!

Reliant High School ministry will meet tomorrow night from 6:30-9p in the Well for a game night - come enjoy friends, food, and board games! Reliant will gather again this week on Sunday night from 6-8p in the Well for a time of worship, teaching, and community with other high school students.

Reminder: Connect students will be spending this Saturday afternoon, 9.21 at Zao Island. We will play mini-golf, laser tag, and ride go-karts - lunch is included. Students should be dropped off at Zao Island at 12p and picked up at 3p; the cost of the trip is $15. Haven't signed up yet? Email rachel@calvaryweb.net to register!

Calvary is hosting a Christian college fair and Family Force 5 concert on Sunday September 29th. Come speak with representatives and learn about the opportunities available at 30+ Christian colleges! The fair will be open during morning services and from 4:30-6:30p. Click here to learn more about the fair and participating colleges.

Those that participate in the fair will receive a free ticket to the Family Force 5 concert (while supplies last), or you can click here to order tickets in advance for $5. The concert will begin at 6:45p in the sanctuary. Don't miss this great night of music!

Rock Solid Kids
Attention parents of k-5th graders! Starting this Sunday, after you check your child(ren) in at the Children's Welcome Center, please drop your child off in their Small Group Classroom (instead of The Well). We will still be structured in a Large Group/Small Group format, but for the effectiveness of our program, we are going to start and end classes in Small Group. A drop-off/pick-up chart will be available at the Children's Welcome Center for your reference.

Covenant Groups
Did you sign-up to be in a Covenant Group? Don't forget to attend Orientation Class during the 9:45a worship service this Sunday, 9.22. CLICK HERE for more information about Covenant Groups at Calvary.

Hangtime
Meet your Calvary friends in the gym on Sunday, 10.6 for 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. “The physical presence of other Christians is a source of incomparable joy and strength to the believer.” ~ Dietrich Bonhoeffer, Life Together

Catalyst for Kids
The Catalyst for Kids course (for kids 8-12) focuses on God’s character, salvation, baptism, and following God’s plan. This is a terrific course for those children interested in being baptized, as well as for those desiring a solid foundation on each week’s topics. This 4-week course meets at 9:45a each Sunday starting October 6 thru October 27. Please click here to register your child by email (please include name, grade, and age of child) or stop by the Children's Welcome Center this Sunday to register. Space is limited. Parents are welcomed and encouraged to attend the class with their children.

Membership Class
Have you been visiting Calvary for a while? Is the Lord leading you to make Calvary your church home? Then we would encourage you to consider church membership. You are invited to learn more about our history, values, and ways to get “plugged in” on Wednesdays 10.9-10.23 from 6p-7:45p. CLICK HERE to register.

Women's Mentoring
Girlfriends of Grace is introducing a new Mentoring Group for Young Marrieds! Are you a young married woman in your 20's? Do you ever ask yourself, "What does it take to have a great marriage?” You are not alone! Many women have wondered if they are experiencing the best union possible. This one year committed mentoring group will begin on Thursday, 10.3 from 6:45p-8:45p led by Cindy Hamilton and Linda Bradley. Space is limited. Click Here to register online or stop by the registration table across from the bookstore in the lobby this Sunday after 1st and 2nd service. Contact Cindy Hamilton for more information.

Wondering where the other single girls are? Come find out at the Girlfriends of Grace Young Singles Connection on Saturday, 10.5 from 1:30p-3p at Roots Cafe in Downtown Valpo. Enjoy a juice or smoothie and a chance to connect with other single girls and our Girlfriends of Grace Leadership Team. Click Here or contact Bre Pynakker (219.307.0089) for more information and to RSVP. Bring a friend, too!

Men's Ministries
Men - Are you looking for a spiritual adventure? You are invited to join us in a passionate, wild, and daring Boot Camp - and discover how you can recover your masculinity as God designed it. The October 17-20 Boot Camp will be held at Camp LRCA in Crown Point. Visit the Info Desk on Sunday to sign-up. Contact Dave Gring with questions.

Prayer
Our pastors are excited about increasing the prayer volume in our church community - going vertical at Calvary! If you would like to receive up to date information on prayer opportunities at Calvary, send an email to prayer@calvaryweb.net to get your name on the mailing list!