There are only 4 days left in 2017! God has done some amazing things in our church this year. I love being part of a church where people commit their time, talents, and resources to changing lives forever. Our staff has been swapping stories lately; stories you have shared with us about the year. You have encouraged one another; blessed people in our community; mentored kids; showed love to homeless men, women in crisis, and families in need; rescued orphans, helped plant churches, and the list could go on. This is what Bill Hybels meant when he said, “The local church is the hope of the world. There’s nothing like the local church when it’s working right.” Thank you!
In the remaining 4 days of 2017, I want to encourage you to consider giving a year-end gift to Calvary to see lives changed now and into the future. Reaching our budget goal for 2017 means we not only keep our commitments, but we do everything we want to do in our church, in our local community, and alongside our global partners. You can also give to the Even More project; Even More represents our commitment to see more lives transformed in the coming years. It’s not too late to see some of the ways your tithes and offerings are fulfilling the church’s mission at calvaryweb.net/christmas-giving.
Thank you to all our staff and volunteers who served during our four Christmas Eve services on Sunday. All of our services were full, but no one was turned away, although we did need the overflow space all day. Our new building can't come soon enough. Thank you for giving to create room for Even More!
This Sunday come join us for worship on the last day of the year. I look forward to being with you. Let’s follow Christ together in 2018!
Lectio Divina
Looking for the perfect daily devotional for 2018? Might we suggest Lectio Divina? Here’s why our staff loves Lectio Divina (besides the fact that it’s written by Pastor Lionel):
- It’s flexible. You can read the whole Bible in a year or choose to read a shorter selection of Scripture each day.
- It’s rooted. Pastor Lionel’s daily commentary reveals some of the history surrounding the day’s Bible reading.
- It’s relevant. Every day Pastor Lionel connects the day’s reading to your life.
- It’s convenient. Get Lectio Divina on the Calvary app, online at calvarydevos.net, or in your email inbox. Your daily devotions are always with you, wherever you are.
Check out the Lectio Divina site to sign up and to see sample devotions and resources for your daily walk with the Lord.
Changing Lives
Thank you to everyone who has already given so generously! It’s not too late to give a gift to help our church finish the year strong. To be included in the 2017 tax year, your gift must be given or postdated by 12.31, which is 4 days away. Give today.
Discovering Serve Teams
SUNDAY 1.14 at 11:15a
Find your fit and start serving at Calvary. Discovering Serve Teams introduces you to serving at Calvary and helps you use your passions, talents, and skills for the church family and guests. Led by Volunteer Connections Coordinator Lynette Green.
Coffee with the Pastors
SUNDAY 1.21 at 6:30p
Connect with Calvary staff and other newcomers at Coffee with the Pastors. Ask questions about the church and talk with Calvary pastors and ministry directors. We’re looking forward to getting to know you! An RSVP is appreciated: Yes, I’ll be there.
Life Group Launch
SUNDAY 1.28 at 1p
New Life Groups launch soon! Build authentic relationships and grow in your faith as you “do life” together with others from Calvary. The 1.5-hour Launch event makes joining a group easy. Lunch and childcare are provided. An RSVP is required: Yes, I’m joining!
Family Sunday
On Family Sundays everyone worships together! New Year's Eve is this Sunday, 12.31, and it’s a Family Sunday. Childcare is still available for our youngest worshippers, infants through preschool.
Back on 1.14
While the students are on holiday break, there is no Calvary Students on Sunday evenings. The CS staff is getting ready for the January teaching series and some awesome winter events in February.
Coming in 2018
Visit our events page to see what’s coming up for Calvary Women in the new year. Get to know other women at an IF:Table, or join a Study Group. New Study Groups begin in mid-January. Sign now online or at Calvary on Sunday 1.7 & 1.14.
Coming in 2018
Visit the events page to see 2018 studies and gatherings for Calvary Men. Join us at the VU basketball game on 1.6 or at Wings, Etc. on 1.11 for the first of our monthly gatherings in 2018. Plus the new Winter Study & Forum kicks off on 1.18.
Director of Safety and Security
We’re hiring! The Director of Safety & Security is a great part-time position (12 hours/week) for a candidate with strong administrative skills who enjoys working with people. Does not need to be a law enforcement professional. See job details and how to apply on our Job Opportunities page.
Volunteer Opportunities
Serve the community. Change a life. The Local Outreach Prayer Coordinator leads a team that covers the LO team and initiatives in prayer. April through October, the Men’s Shelter Administrator coordinates the one-night-a-week shelter at Calvary. See all the community volunteer opportunities.