Pastor Jim Samra’s Prayer Team People on this team agree to pray daily for the Samras and for the church. Jim sends out weekly prayer requests to the team as well as requests throughout the week when he needs immediate help. Contact Ruth Gudbrandson (rgudbrandson@calvarygr.org) at ext. 5013. Pastors’ Prayer Partners You will receive weekly updates from the Pastoral Staff via email or postal mail. Your obligation is to pray with a team of prayer warriors during one service a month, and pray in your own home regularly for their requests. Contact Arlene Timmer (hrtakt@iserv.net) at 365-0728.
Quartet will perform a medley for us and Wilma Quist, a humorist, will also present a Christmas program. Punchbowl begins at 10:00, the program starts at 10:20 and then we enjoy a delicious lunch prepared by Calvary’s fine culinary team. Make reservations with Howard & Arlene Timmer at 365-0728, Virginia Claybrook at 940-1807 or Terry & Linda Markham at 247-8619 by November 27. Wednesday Morning Bible Study Wednesdays | 9:30am | Chapel Join us as we study God’s word together. Pastor Jim Samra and Steve Gibson are currently teaching a series on James. Refreshments are served from 9:309:50am, and the study begins promptly at 10:00am.
Prayer & Fasting for the Unemployed Thursdays | 12:00-1:00pm | Chapel Please join us every third Thursday for a time of prayer and fasting for the unemployed.
Special needs Adult/Individuals Elleen | efitzgerald@calvarygr.org | ext. 5623
Prayer for Worship Services Sundays | 7:45-8:05am (in Jim Samra’s office), 9:159:35am, 10:50-11:10am (in Room 105) You are invited to come pray specifically that God would bless our morning services. All are encouraged to join.
WOW Go-Getters (Adults with Special Needs) Wednesdays | 6:30pm | Chapel
Third Monday Missionary Prayer Bring your lunch and pray for our missionaries serving around the world on the third Monday of each month at 11:30am in room 207.
Senior Adults Regina | rscovill@calvarygr.org | ext. 3672 Confident Caregivers December 17 | 11:30am | Room 123 As a caregiver, do you ever feel alone? Does it seem like no one really understands the burden you’re carrying? Confident Caregivers is a monthly support group for sharing needs, questions, answers and encouragement. Please join us this month for our 11th Annual Christmas Party. Be sure to RSVP by December 13 to Regina. Hymn Sing January 13 | 7:30pm | Chapel Come lift your voices as we rejoice together with the timeless hymns you know and love. Our hymn sing will begin at 7:30pm, following the evening service. Maury Lehmann will lead us in singing. Monday Monthly Luncheon December 3 | 10:20am | Fellowship Hall | Cost: $7 Join us for fellowship and good food. Calvary’s Staff
SOS Go-Getters (Adults with Special Needs) Sundays | 11:15am | Chapel
Go-Getters for Jesus are a large community of youth and adults with special needs who are eager to serve God and one another. Classes for Adults with Special Needs Wednesdays| 6:00pm Art Class (Room 114): Artistic skill development, in a socially friendly environment, is a regular part of Wednesday evening (during the school year) for any Go-Getter student who would like to attend. Choir (215): Scripture set to music is the focus of this group of Go-Getters. It is a way for those who cannot read to hide the word of God in their hearts. The focus is not on singing ability.
Sign Language (Room 211): The sign language class is open to the larger community of the church. There, students are taught basic communication and the use of signs to praise during worship.
Children and Youth Elizabeth | ethelen@calvarygr.org | ext. 5163 Explorers (Students with Special Needs) Sundays | 11:15am | Room 114 Explorers provides an active, less structured environment where learning takes place using interactive centers based on 52 Bible stories. Seekers (Students with Special Needs) Sundays | 11:15am | Room 112 A calm structured environment for those who learn best with less activity. Adapted curriculum will focus more on learning about God and His love.
Women Elaine | emeredith@calvarygr.org | ext. 5186 The Gathering Place Study Resumes January 15 | 9:00am | Fellowship Hall The Gathering Place has openings! Come and join women of all ages in the Fellowship Hall for coffee, fellowship and a large group program that includes teaching, skits, worship and testimonies. We then move into small groups for discussion on our study of Moses. An excellent children’s program also teaches the story of Moses. Bible study resumes on January 15. MOPS (Mothers of Preschoolers) 1st, 3rd & 5th Thursdays | 9:00am | Fellowship Hall MOPS is a place that gets moms. It’s a group of women with children from birth through kindergarten that meets for spiritual enrichment, encouragement, mutual support and fun. We understand your unique needs, challenges and
There is always sunshine above the clouds... Kevin Troupe is the director of Culinary Services and Special Events at Calvary Church. He is husband to Theresa, father to Hannah, Megan, Matthew, Sarah Anne and Isaac. The Troupes are a busy family who enjoy homeschooling their children, being active in church as well as negotiating life with two children who have special needs.They also enjoy allowing God to use them to share their life story of joys and struggles with others. Join the Special Needs Ministry for a special evening with Kevin as he shares the beauty his family has found in the midst of life’s storms.
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