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Don't Forget (Parentally), Pt. III
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"Their children, who do not know this law [God's commandments], must hear it and learn to fear the Lord your God as long as you live in the land you are crossing the Jordan to possess." - Deuteronomy 31:13
"Take to heart all the words I [God] have solemnly declared to you this day, so that you may command your children to obey carefully all the words of this law. They are not just idle words for you - they are your life." - Deuteronomy 32:46-47
"After that whole generation had been gathered to their fathers, another generation grew up, who knew neither the Lord nor what he had done for Israel." - Judges 2:10
Over the past two weeks, we've looked at Deuteronomy 8 and saw how much emphasis God placed on the country of Israel, God's chosen nation, to remember what He's done for them and how He's taken care of their needs in ordinary and miraculous ways. This is a dominant theme of the Old Testament, a constant melody that plays in the background of several hundred years' worth of history of the Hebrews.
We've seen that Israel can be used as an example of how God will bless the countries that follow Him, and also an example of how God will punish the countries that forget Him. We've listened to God's warnings not to fall into the false perception of how everything we have is by our own hand. We've learned that remembrance of God's goodness is the key to remaining humble and true, and to claiming His blessings.
Now, here, we make a transition from remembrance to teaching. If remembering God's goodness is one of the main melodious refrains that runs through the Old Testament, then teaching about it is its counterpoint. There is just as much admonition and emphasis from God to teach our children about Him and His good works as there is to remember Him.
This makes sense, especially once you take some time to consider how history works. Can you imagine if no one who lived before us left any historical records? Can you imagine a world where no one had any clue what happened before they were born? People would constantly repeat the same mistakes of the previous generation over and over. Truths and lessons would be lost.
Unfortunately, this happened to Israel. As you can see in the last verse, from the book of Judges, that I inserted above, an entire generation of children had grown up and become adults without knowing who God was and what He had done for their country previously. Their parents had not done their job and consequently a generation had gone corrupt, sending the nation of Israel down a rocky road.
We, as parents, ministry leaders, youth leaders, volunteers, church members, and whatever capacity we serve in life, have a responsibility to the generations that come after us to teach them through words and actions about the wonders and the goodness of God and what He's done for us and for those who've come before us.
So, this week, I encourage you to think about your story and how God has worked in your life for good, and how you can share it to someone who's younger than yourself. How can you teach someone about God and pass on His truth today? Remember, it is LIFE that you are passing on.
- Matt
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NOAH's Starting a New Book Study!
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Come and join us!
 NOAH, Calvary Church's ministry for young adults (early 20s - mid 30s), is kicking off a new Bible study, focusing on the minor prophets of the Old Testament (Hosea, Obadiah, Micah, all those names you may have heard but never read!). We'll be using the book Major Points From the Minor Prophets to help guide our study.
This study starts TONIGHT, Thursday, June 20 at 7 p.m. For more information, contact Alex Goreham at alexander.goreham@gmail.com. |
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Vacation Bible School *UPDATED 6/20*
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Come and join us!
 Hear Ye! Hear Ye! It hath been decreed by Kingdom Rock VBS children that fellow Calvary citizens are invited to volunteer and attend our Vacation Bible School, June 24th-28th at the pre-lunch hours of 9 to 12. Your kindhearted response to volunteering is appreciated online at www.calvaryop.org/vbs or at the Kingdom Rock Wall in the lobby. ONLINE REGISTRATION WILL END TOMORROW! You read that right! Online registration for children will end TOMORROW, Friday, June 21 at midnight. However, you will still be able to register your child during church on Sunday and during any VBS day! So, what are you waiting for? Get to our website and sign up your child! Royal Designers needed! We are looking for extra help with our decorations. The creativity plans are all planned out, we just need some extra hands to pull it all together. See the remaining work dates below. - Installation of props/décor on Friday, June 21st, 2:00-9:00 pm, Saturday, June 22nd, 9:00 am - 12:00 pm, and June 23rd, immediately following 11:00 service.
CHURCHWIDE CELEBRATION SUNDAY Mark your calendars for Sunday, June 30 at 12 noon to come together and celebrate both a successful VBS and an update on our 10,000 Blessings! Hot dogs, chips and drinks will be served. Please bring a side dish or dessert to share as well as lawn chairs / picnic blankets. We hope to have many visiting VBS families join us in our celebration. After lunch, walk through the Youth Ministry Project Experience and delight in the VBS challenge carried out by Pastor Dave Van Kley and Miss Tiffany! |
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DivorceCare Extended to This Sunday!
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Do you have items you could donate?
Nancy Triezenberg wants all of you to know that DivorceCare will be getting together for another week just to talk THIS Sunday, June 23 at 1 p.m. in Room 104. If you're looking for a support group for divorce, this is the group for you. If you have any questions, please contact Nancy at amera6@att.net.
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Donations for Abaco
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Do you have items you could donate?
The Abaco mission team is collecting the following items to distribute on their upcoming trip. We will have a box in the lobby near the Welcome Center for your donations. Please bring all donations by THIS Sunday, June 23. Thank you for your support!
- Toiletries
- Deodorant
- Shampoo
- Toothpaste and toothbrushes
- Mouthwash
- Soap
- Lotion
- Children's Bibles
- Flip flops in various sizes (mens, womens, and children)
Any questions, please see Matt Kooi at mattk@calvaryop.org.
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Congregational Meeting
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Look over these two items that we will be voting on as a congregation
A meeting will be held to officially approve newly elected Elders and Deacons and to approve a motion currently before the congregation THIS Sunday, June 23 at 9:15 & 10:40 a.m. in the gym. Any spiritual concerns should be directed to a current Elder.
Newly Elected Elders: (to serve a three year term)
Butch Greendyke Administrative Elder
Joe Dampf Care Elder
Dwight De Vries Care Elder
John Woodyatt Care Elder
Newly Elected Deacons: (to serve a three year term)
Kevin Hurtubise Financial Deacon
Derrick Mars Financial Deacon
Bill Bulthuis Care Deacon
Brian Dryfhout Care Deacon
CONSISTORY MOTION:
a. That Consistory approved and recommends to the Congregation to sell approximately 0.047 acres to the State of Illinois, Department of Transportation (IDOT) for the sum of $750.00. The property is vacant acreage located in the vicinity of the southwest corner of 159th Street and 104th Avenue and it is for the widening of 159th Street. Rich Schuler as Vice President of Consistory and Barry Voorn as Clerk/Secretary are authorized to sign any and all necessary documents to give effect to the conveyance. Further, that Consistory secure Congregational approval to the conveyance at the Congregational meeting held on Sunday, June 23, 2013.
A motion was made, seconded and unanimously approved to present this motion to the Congregation as follows:
MOTION BEFORE CONGREGATION:
a. That the Church convey approximately 0.047 acres of vacant acreage to the State of Illinois, Department of Transportation (IDOT) for the sum of $750.00 which property is located in the vicinity of the southwest corner of 159th Street and 104th Avenue and is for the purpose of widening 159th Street.
b. That the Vice President of Consistory and the Clerk/Secretary is authorized to sign any and all documents necessary to give effect to the conveyance.
c. That Richard L. Schuler as Vice President of Consistory and Barry N. Voorn as Clerk/Secretary of Consistory are authorized to sign any and all documents necessary on behalf of the consistory and congregation of Calvary Reformed Church, Orland Park, IL
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Bean Bag Tournament for Guatemala 2014
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Got game? Join us for a fun afternoon of fundraising!
 Our Bags Tournament is right around the corner! We hope you've reserved Saturday, June 29 to come out for some fun tossing bags. Who will come out on top? Who will have the most fun? You can arrive by 11:00 AM and enjoy lunch before tossing your bags, or you may eat between your rounds. We'll have our famous chef Ron Spengler grilling for us, so you know the food is going to be excellent! Please check out the sign-up table in the foyer on Sunday for more information and to tell us the name of your team. Pre-registration is not required but would be helpful for planning purposes. Hope to see you there! Contact John Voss with any questions at (708) 422-4633.
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KidsLife Ministry Needs You This Summer!
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Can you help?
HELP WANTED!!!
The Kidslife Ministry at Calvary is in need of volunteers to fill in the gaps on Sundays during the summer months.
If you feel called to help in this ministry, please let us know that you would like to be a part of Kidslife this summer! Please email Corinne at corinneu@calvaryop.org and let her know your name, your phone number, when you're available this summer, and if you prefer to serve in Tiny Town (infants - 4 years) or The Loft (5 years through 5th grade; all lesson materials provided).
Would you prayerfully consider spending a Sunday or two nurturing our children?
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Pray for Camp Manitoqua's Summer Staff
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We have two members serving at Manitoqua this summer!
Summer 2013 is just around the corner! Manitoqua could not be more excited to greet the many staff, campers and families that will be soon walking their grounds to hopefully encounter their vision: to help people find Christ and grow in their faith. Each year they hire, train and house nearly 80 college-age staff for their summer camping programs. This year, Calvary has TWO members working on their staff this summer: Mark Guthrie and Shannon Gier. One of Manitoqua's hopes is to keep them connected to us while they are serving there with them. This is a perfect opportunity to offer up daily prayer support for Mark and Shannon as well as encouragement through letters, e-mails or care packages. Any questions, please contact the church office at info@calvaryop.org. |
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Eyeglass Donations Sought
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Do you have unused glasses?
The Guatemala Team leaving this July is collecting used prescription eyeglasses and reading glasses to bring with them on their trip to Guatemala. Please consider donating your old eyeglasses to help people with eyesight difficulties who cannot afford to buy glasses. On Sundays, you may bring your donations in and place them in the box in the lobby clearly marked for Guatemala Glasses donations.
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Youth Ministry Summer News
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Put these dates in your calendar NOW!
The Calvary Youth Ministry's summer season of ministry is just getting started! Check out what we have to offer this summer: Summer Program - Weekly onsite activities for both Jr. Hi and H.S. youth with each group; also will have offsite activity per month.
- Jr. High - Tuesdays from 1-5pm & 2nd Friday of the Month
- High School - Wednesdays from 1-5pm & 4th Friday of the Month
Summer Mission Trip - A week-long missions experience for all youth entering the 8th grade through graduated high school seniors.
- When: July 14-19
- Where: Cincinnati, OH
- Cost: $84
You can learn more about these and other ministry opportunities by clicking here. Questions? Contact Dave Grigoletti at (708) 429-2200 ext. 19 or daveg@calvaryop.org.
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Local Community News
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Come Support the CCHS Cheerleaders!
Come support the Chicago Christian High School cheerleaders at their annual CAR WASH on Saturday, June 29 at 9am-2pm at 12001 S. Oak Park Ave, Palos Heights.
Food and drinks will be for sale while you wait!
Roseland Christian School's FINAL Golf Outing
WANTED: GOLFERS TO CELEBRATE 130 YEARS of Christian Education at Roseland Christian School's FINAL Golf Outing.
There will be a 4-Person Scramble, Shotgun-Start at 12 noon at Lincoln Oaks Country Club in Crete on Saturday, July 6. You'll have the opportunity to win a car! Call Ragons at 708-339-3429 for details. Proceeds will provide compensation in this final year to committed teachers and staff.
Attend a DuPage C. Hounds All Faith Night Game!
The DuPage County Hounds Baseball Team is the newest and hottest thing to hit the western suburbs of Chicago. After a great Inaugural Season in 2012, including attendance of nearly 70% to capacity, the team is expanding and adding new promotion. The team plays at the 1,100 seat Benedictine University baseball stadium, which is located in Lisle near where I-88 and I-355 intersect.
All of the All Faith Night games feature stadium seating, a full concession stand, FREE parking, in-game promotions, our mascot "Page the Dog," a kid's zone, run the bases and autographs from players after the game for FREE. Tickets are either $2 for each of the five available games OR $5 which includes not only a ticket to the game, but also a special logo t-shirt. T-shirt orders must be received three weeks before the game in order to ensure the shirts will be delivered to group members on game day. Available games include: Sunday, June 23 @ 6pm; Friday, July 12 @ 7pm; Saturday, July 13 @ 6pm; and Sunday, July 14 @ 6pm.
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What's the What
This Week @ Calvary! |
THURSDAY (6/20):
- 7:00 a.m. Men's Barnabas Bible Study
- 6:00 p.m. Praise Band Rehearsal
- 7:00 p.m. Job Networking Group
- 7:00 p.m. Stephen Ministry
- 7:00 p.m. NOAH (offsite)
FRIDAY (6/21):
- 2-9 p.m. VBS Set-up
- 2-9 p.m. Girlfriends' Stitch 'n Time and Sassy Scrapbookers
SATURDAY (6/22):
- 9:00 a.m. - 12 noon VBS Work Day
- 5:00 p.m. New Hope Fellowship Service
SUNDAY (6/23):
- 8:00 a.m. Worship Service
- 9:30 a.m. Worship Service
- 9:30 a.m. The Loft Sunday School
- 9:30 a.m. Jr. High CrossTraining
- 11:00 a.m. Worship Service
- 11:00 a.m. The Loft Sunday School
- 1:00 p.m. DivorceCare
- 7:00 p.m. Sunday Night XP
MONDAY (6/24):
- 6:00 a.m. Executive Council
- 9:00 a.m. VBS
- 7:00 p.m. New Hope
TUESDAY (6/25):
- 9:00 a.m. VBS
- 1-5 p.m. Jr. High Summer Youth Group
- 6:00 p.m. Praise Band Rehearsal
WEDNESDAY (6/26):
- 9:00 a.m. VBS
- 1-5 p.m. High School Summer Youth Group
- 7:00 p.m. Overcomers
THURSDAY (6/27):
- 7:00 a.m. Men's Barnabas Bible Study
- 9:00 a.m. VBS
- 6:00 p.m. Praise Band Rehearsal
FRIDAY (6/28):
- 9:00 a.m. VBS
- 7:00 p.m. Jr. High Fun Night
SATURDAY (6/29):
- 11:00 a.m. Bean Bag Tournament Fundraiser for Guatemala 2014
- 5:00 p.m. New Hope Fellowship Service
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There's a lot of ways to share your blessing story! You can...
and fill out a form.
- Tweet your blessing by using the hashtag
#TenThousand
Blessings. Be sure to tag us as well by using
- Fill out the connection card on Sunday.
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Prayer Request for the Abaco Mission Team!
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Calvary Church will be sending a mission team to Abaco, Bahamas, June 29 - July 6. They will be working with Pastor Robin Weatherford at the International Gospel Mission to run a Vacation Bible School for the Haitian children, assist in worship services, Sunday School, and youth group, and also provide much needed maintenance and repairs. The team would like to thank you all for your generous donations and ask that you keep them and the people of Abaco in your prayers throughout the upcoming week.
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Tinley Park
Job Fair Info!
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Plan to attend this Professional Job Fair and meet with several of the Chicagoland area's finest employers. Employers at our events typically recruit for the following categories: Sales, Customer Service, Retail, Administration, Management, IT, Accounting, Finance, Government, Security, Insurance Brokers, Clerks, Financial Analysts, Insurance, Recruiting Coordinators, Direct Sales, Telemarketing, Cashiers, Associates, Bank, Series 63, Series 7, Series 6 Tips for Success.
When: Mon., June 24, 10am - 1pm
Where: Holiday Inn Hotel, 18501 S. Harlem Ave., Tinley Park, IL
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Calvary Cares
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Calvary Cares' ministry goal is to assist people in various needs. Often these people include the elderly, widow, single mothers, people recovering from illness and families that are financially on hard times. While the elders and deacons try to address these needs, they often need assistance, both professionally and physically. We also know that many people of Calvary would love to assist, but are not aware of the needs.
If you would like to become involved with the Calvary Cares ministry, please contact either Keith Baar or Randy Kosar.
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Help Us Stock Our Food Pantry!
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We ALWAYS have a need to keep our Food Pantry well-stocked. There is a bin in the foyer by the north doors where we accept donations. People are welcome to drop off donated food and items at any time.
You can download a full list of what we need to keep the Food Pantry well-stocked here!
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Like to Knit? Like to Scrapbook?
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A Stitch 'n Time and Sassy Scrapbookers meets on the third Friday of every month from 2-9pm, and we share a potluck meal for dinner. All ladies welcome. For more information, please contact Linda Nichols lnich11@
hotmail.com or Sara Fiedler csfiedler@
yahoo.com.
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Looking For a Job?
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How do you conduct a career switch? The Self-Help Jobs Program office has abundant resources to help you determine your skills, conduct informational interviews, get training, and much more. The director looks forward to helping you - call 708-633-6580. Office hours are on Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday.
Call Laura Vande Werken at (708) 633-6580 or email her at selfhelpjobs @sbcglobal.net.
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Prayer Opportunities
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INTERNET INTERCESSORS:
Would you like a group of faithful people to pray for your concerns and joys? You can send an email directly to our email address at prayer@calvaryop.org and we will pray for you!
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