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Elim Christian Thanks YOU, Calvary Church!
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This is a letter we got this week. I'm posting it here to let you know what a difference Calvary is doing in the community and the world! Sometimes we forget that our church IS doing something beyond mere Sunday morning worship. May God be glorified through all of this! If you'd like to learn more about Elim's HOPE Packs, click here. -Matt
Dear Calvary's Children Ministries,
Thank you so much for running HOPE Packs at Calvary Church's VBS this year. Because of your generosity, Elim's adults with disabilities enjoyed meaningful work assembling the HOPE Packs. Because you and your church took the time to minister to them, they ultimately get to minister to children in need of school supplies. Your church's participation demonstrates that we all have a purpose in God's kingdom, and that everyone can achieve their God-given potential. What an awesome testimony of God's redeeming grace!
This year, Calvary Church donated $2,000, enough to assemble 333 HOPE Packs! Your church joined 39 other churches in HOPE Packs 2013. As a whole, you and the other churches joined to collect over $19,000 and generate enough supplies for nearly 3,000 HOPE Packs! Thanks to the partnership we have with Food for the Hungry, these HOPE Packs will get sent all around the world and into countries such as Dominican Republic, Guatemala and Haiti.
On behalf of everyone here at Elim Christian Services it is my honor to say, "Thank You!" It's been a privilege for all of us to co-labor with you on this project.
In Him,
Dan Quist
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Job Networking Group
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In the midst of a job search? Need help?
Our next meeting will be held TONIGHT, Thursday, September 19 from 7:00-8:30 p.m. in room #252. Learn how to look for a job in this economy, find out tips on formatting a résumé, and spend quality time networking with others. Be sure to bring your résumé with you to the meeting if you have one. There will be prayer warriors available for those who have needs as well. Any questions, please contact Earl Vander Wall at earl@calvaryop.org.
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Momtourage
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 Get your calendars out!
Momtourage is the new name of Calvary's ministry to moms! We meet two Friday mornings a month for discussion, speakers, crafts, and activities as we explore some of the most important issues affecting our lives and our kids. While the group is geared towards moms of young children, all moms are welcome! New this year is Momtourage "After Hours" - evening and weekend activities designed with the working mom in mind. Our next meeting is TOMORROW, Friday, September 20 from 9-11:30 a.m. You can also download the Momtourage flyer right here! CAN YOU HELP US? We're looking for a couple extra hands in our nursery to help take care of the little ones there while their moms are upstairs at Momtourage. We are expecting about 40 kids to show up. WOW! If you're interested and able, please contact Corinne Ufferman at corinneu@calvaryop.org. |
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Faith Foundations Bible Study
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Join us for some serious growth!
A new Bible study will begin THIS Sunday, September 22 from 9:45 to 10:45 a.m. in room #104 here at Calvary Church. This Bible study will definitely help you grow in your knowledge of God's Word. Learn how He wants us to be able to apply it to our everyday lives and create within us all a deeper and richer walk with Him. Please contact Joe Dampf at jdampf22@gmail.com for further information.
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Attention All Tenors!
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We're still looking for a few more!
Choir rehearses on Wednesdays at 7:00 p.m.
in the choir room. Choir is open to singers high school age and older. We are looking for a couple more tenors to join choir. Will you prayerfully consider becoming part of this vital ministry at Calvary Church? Contact Jody Van Kley at jodyvk@calvaryop.org or 708-429-2200 ext. 16.
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Coffee Break
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Mark your calendars...
 Our popular Coffee Break Bible study for women returns on Wednesday, September 25 at 9:30-11:00am with a kick-off breakfast. FREE childcare will be available for kids 5 & under. We have an exciting year planned! For more information, please contact Jenny at coffeebreak@calvaryop.org or visit their Facebook page here.
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Guatemala 2014 Updates
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Get ready for some golf!
A hearty thank you to all of you who supported Team Guatemala 2014 on Culver's Night, Sept. 12! It was a lot of fun to see so many of you there. It is humbling to feel the support you are extending to us. We appreciate you! This is your last opportunity to sign up for the golf outing to be held on Saturday, September 28 at Deercreek Golf Course. Pray for mild, dry weather for us so we can enjoy our day at the links fellowshipping with each other. It's going to be a fun day! Won't you consider joining us? We have room for you as a single or a foursome. See Gary Deckinga, Denny Dryfhout, or John Voss for information. Sign up in the foyer today!
Advance Notice: Our Love Offering for the communion service on October 6 will be taken to benefit Hearts in Motion. All monies collected will be sent straight to Hearts in Motion as a donation to their ministry. Specifically, we hope to help them purchase construction materials needed for their various building projects, but also we would like to help them purchase breathing kits for newborn babies. These kits are needed to aid birthing assistants who encounter a newborn with breathing difficulties. Such simple items are otherwise generally unavailable in Guatemala but could be the difference between life and death for a baby. Please consider a generous donation to support the work of HIM.
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KidsLife Ministry News
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Some news...
Sunday, September 29 is our Family Worship Day!
There will be NO LOFT OR CROSSTRAINING SUNDAY SCHOOL due to our quarterly Family Worship Day! Kids and youth are encouraged to arrive 20 minutes early to their preferred service to help serve greet and usher and lead worship at the 9:30 and 11:00 services. Questions? Contact Tiffany at children@calvaryop.org or check our Family Worship webpage right here.
Trunk or Treat, Saturday October 26 from 11am-2pm
It's baaaack! This is a safe, Christian alternative to door-to-door trick-or-treating where church members decorate their trunks and pass out candy as the children dressed in their costumes walk from car to car to receive candy or trinkets. There will be plenty of fun as we have prize drawings for the best trunks, hayrides, bounce houses and more! And there's no such thing as event without food! Our Momtourage Ministry will selling food at a low cost! You won't want to miss this event at Calvary no matter what age you are!
JOIN IN ON THE FUN! Get those creative juices flowing and sign up your trunk! Families old and young, those who have antique cars to show off, church small-business owners who can pass out advertising as well as candy, can all have a part in this Fall Fun! Save the date and be on the lookout for sign-ups and other ways to get involved in this event!
Sunday School Volunteer Assistants Opportunity!
Attend the 9:30 service? Feeling led to get plugged in to serve at Calvary? Stay an extra hour on Sundays to be an assistant in The LOFT for Sunday School ages 5-5th grade during the 11:00 service. Assistants need to be ready for some fun and willing to offer extra help to our Small Group teachers. Contact Tiffany for more info at children@calvaryop.org.
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Life Chain 2013
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Join us in protest of abortion
Mark your calendar for Sunday, October 6 from 2-3:30 p.m. Life Chains will again form along local streets across United States and Canada. Standing publicly, Christians will witness to the value of life and pray silently for an end to abortion. Please join Calvary Church as we attend this life-saving event on LaGrange Road in front of Denny's in Orland Park. Any questions, please contact Cindy Spaulding. |
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DivorceCare is Back
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Join us for our fall session
DivorceCare is a special weekly video seminar and support group conducted by people who understand what you are experiencing. This support group will explore real world questions and answers on issues related to separation, divorce and remarriage, all presented in an easily understandable format. Most importantly, you'll learn how to deal with the pain of the past and look forward to rebuilding your life.
Our sessions are on Sundays at 1 p.m. in room 104. You can download our full schedule right here. Questions? Email Nancy Triezenberg at amera6@att.net.
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ONE Marriage Ministry's Bonfire
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Get in the fall season and cozy up with your sweetheart!
 Calvary's ONE Marriage Ministry is planning a bonfire "date night" for our fall ministry kick-off on Saturday, October 5. (Note the slight date change!) The Bonfire will be at Camp Manitoqua (8122 W. Sauk Trail, Frankfort, IL). All married and pre-married couples are invited to attend! Cost is $5 per couple. We are asking couples to sign up in advance so we have an accurate count. You can sign up online on our website right here!
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Youth Ministry News
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We're kicking off our season! Come and join us!
The fall season of youth ministry has kicked off with a number of great opportunities for teens from 6th grade through 12th grade to get involved. Check out what's going on! JUNIOR HIGH - 6th, 7th & 8th grade We meet every 2nd and 4th Friday from 7-8:30 p.m. for a night of entertaining and engaging fun activities followed by a short 15-20 minute devotional time. Snacks are always included! Jr. High XP meets only on the 1st and 3rd Sunday from 6-7:30 p.m. and is a special night of activities and faith based discussions and concludes with musical worship led by our Youth Band CrossTraining is a weekly small group program that meets every Sunday from 9:30-10:30 a.m. for fun, Bible study and prayer in smaller, gender specific groups. We also have monthly events that include a range of activities held here at Calvary to outings elsewhere. HIGH SCHOOL - 9th, 10th, 11th & 12th grade High School XP meets weekly on Sundays from 7-8:30 p.m. The night begins with our Impossible Shot giveaway and continues with elements of fun and faith based discussions. On the 1st and 3rd Sunday of the month we begin with musical worship led by our Youth Band. Guy/Girl Night meets every Tuesday from 7-9 p.m. at the home of Pastor Dave Grigoletti. Each night is filled with a time of fellowship, group games and Bible study in gender specific small prayer groups. We also have monthly events that include a range of activities held here at Calvary to outings elsewhere. For further information stop by the table outside the Youth Lounge. |
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Local Community News
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Orphan Justice Conference 2013:
Join us on Saturday, October 19 from 9 a.m. - 2 p.m. at Trinity Christian College (6601 W. College Dr., Palos Heights). There are over 153 million orphaned and vulnerable children in the world who desperately need someone to show them the love and compassion of Jesus Christ. Learn more about the orphan crisis and what you and your church can do to help these children in need. Brochures are available at the Welcome Desk or visit www.bethany.org/orphanjustice for more info.
Southwest Chicago Christian School News
ENTERTAINMENT BOOKS and GOLDEN OPPORTUNITIES BOOKS are available at all three campuses of Southwest Chicago Christian Schools. Each book offers a wide variety of restaurant, entertainment and retail coupons to be used from now thru November 2014. The cost of the Entertainment Books is $30 and the cost of the Golden Opportunities Books is $25. These books make great Christmas gifts and are only available for a limited time. Stop by any campus to purchase a book.
Meet Author Torri Stuckey
Local Christian author Torri Stuckey will be speaking at Roseland Christian Ministries to teens and adults on Friday, October 11 at 7 p.m. Anyone is welcome to come!
Torri is a native of Robbins, IL. He attended Dwight D. Eisenhower High School. He remains one of their most decorated high school athletes, receiving All-Area, All-State and All-American honors as a running back and safety.
Torri is a graduate of Northwestern University, where he was a four-year letterman and team captain for the Wildcats, and member of the 2000 Big Ten Championship team. Currently, Torri is an independent publisher and author. His newest release, Impoverished State of Mind: Thinking Outside da Block is a self-empowering book for teenagers and young adults living in urban poverty. The success of this book has fully cemented his transition from athlete to author!
Providence Life Services News
Are you ready to join us for Torchlight 2013? Providence Life Services is excited to return to the Museum of Science and Industry for an evening of ministry celebration that will include an elegant meal, popular exhibits, and dueling pianos (yes, dueling pianos!). On Friday, November 1, 2013 the evening begins at 6:30pm, and transportation is available for those who prefer not to drive. To make reservations, email jschutt@provlife.com or call (708) 342-8108.
Interested in Adoption?
Questions about adoption care, foster care or Safe Families? The Love Acts ministry is excited to host an evening for anyone interested to hear from experts in each field who will share information and answer questions. Please join us on Thursday, September 19 at Faith Church Dyer in the Garage from 7-9 pm. Cost is free to attend. Everyone is welcome! Any further questions please email Kelly Evers at klyevers@gmail.com.
Through the Roof Workshop
Christian Service Ministries are co-hosting a workshop with Joni and Friends Chicago at Faith Church in Dyer, IN on Saturday, September 21 from 9am - 3pm. It will focus on helping those who are already doing disability ministry at their churches, but also have multiple sessions for those who are just starting to look at doing a disability ministry. You can find more info at their website here.
Chicago Christian Counseling Center is Turning 40!
You're invited to help us celebrate our 40th anniversary! Join us for a laughter-filled night with Jeff Allen, while supporting the work of Chicago Christian Counseling Center, on Saturday, October 12 from 7-9 p.m. at Trinity Christian College's Ozinga Chapel. Invite your friends, family and coworkers...they won't be disappointed! Order your $20 tickets TODAY by clicking here.
Orland Township Flu Shots
To prevent the spread of the flu virus within the community, Orland Township is offering flu shots to residents from Sept. 23 through Oct 28. Proof of residency is required. Orland Township boundaries include Orland hills, Orland Park (east of Will Cook Road and south of 135th Street), Tinley Park (west of Harlem and north of 183rd Street), and unincorporated Orland Park. Get more information here. Camp Manitoqua NewsFall Preschool Days Teacher's and Parents: Have your preschooler's class attend our Fall Preschool Days, an edu-fun day for preschool groups, for an autumn hands-on learning experience, at Camp Manitoqua and Retreat Center, Tuesday, October 8th, Wednesday, October 9, or Thursday, October 10. This outing includes a native animal hike, camp fire stories, playing our kid-sized Candy Land game, our pumpkin patch, and more - costumes encouraged! For more information visit www.manitoqua.org, or call our office Mon. - Fri. 8:30am-5pm at 815-469-2319. RSVP required for this classroom attendance. Experience the Oak Leaf Festival, an autumn event for families, youth groups, and more, at Camp Manitoqua & Retreat Center on October 12 from 10am-3pm. Activities include tree & wall climbing, creation exploration, family scavenger hunts, campfire, inflatable jumpies, wagon rides, autumn arts & crafts, and food treats. $6 admission fee (2 and under are free), additional costs may apply for treats and climbing. All details available at our website: www.manitoqua.org. Fall Retreat Discounts Camp Manitoqua & Retreat Center's fall retreat season has begun. At this time, we are offering groups a 15% discount on any retreat booked for December 2013 or January 2014. Please contact Becky at 815.469.2319, or at becky@manitoqua.org for availability. Elim's 18th Annual Dutch Festival
Join us on Saturday, September 28 from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. for our annual Dutch festival! Children will enjoy the petting zoo, magic show, face painting, carnival, and the musical entertainment throughout the day! Adults will love the Christmas collectibles, delft, unique Dutch groceries, baked goods, Farmers' Market, and the Wooden Shoe Carver. Everyone will enjoy treats such as olie bollen and banket as well as conventional food like pizza and hot dogs. All the proceeds will benefit Elim Christian Services whose mission is to equip children and adults with disabilities to achieve to their highest God-given potential.
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What's the What
This Week @ Calvary! |
THURSDAY (9/19):
- 7:00 a.m. Men's Barnabas Bible Study
- 9 a.m. - 1 p.m. Food Pantry
- 6:00 p.m. Praise Band Rehearsal
- 7:00 p.m. Job Networking Group
FRIDAY (9/20):
- 9:00 a.m. Momtourage
- 5:30 p.m. Parents' Night Out
SATURDAY (9/21):
- 5:00 p.m. New Hope Fellowship Service
SUNDAY (9/22):
- 8:00 a.m. Worship Service
- 9:30 a.m. Worship Service
- 9:30 & 11 a.m. The LOFT Sunday School
- 9:30 a.m. Jr. High CrossTraining
- 9:30 a.m. New Member Class
- 9:45 a.m. Faith Foundations Bible Study
- 11:00 a.m. Worship Service
- 1:00 p.m. DivorceCare
- 7:00 p.m. Sunday Night XP MONDAY (9/23): - 9:30 a.m. Girlfriends Bible Study (Faithful, Abundant, True) - 7:00 p.m. Girlfriends Bible Study (Nehemiah) - 7:00 p.m. New Hope TUESDAY (9/24): - 6:00 p.m. Praise Band Rehearsal - 7:00 p.m. HS Guy/Girl Night WEDNESDAY (9/25): - 6:30 a.m. Executive Council - 9:30 a.m. Coffee Break's Kick-off Breakfast - 6:30 p.m. GEMS - 6:30 p.m. The Hangout - 7:00 p.m. Choir Rehearsal THURSDAY (9/26): - 7:00 a.m. Men's Barnabas Bible Study - 9:00 a.m. OK Club Outing - 9 a.m. - 1 p.m. Food Pantry - 6:00 p.m. Praise Band Rehearsal FRIDAY (9/27): - 7:00 p.m. Jr. High Youth Group SATURDAY (9/28): - 10:00 a.m. Golf Outing 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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Job Opportunity
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Home Helpers is seeking outstanding people for our dedicated team of Care Givers, We help the elderly maintain their independence by providing, in home companionship and other non-medical assistance. Duties may include light house cleaning, meal planning & preparation, assistance on errands and appointments, (bathing, dressing, hygiene, mobility etc.) If you think you are right for the job, we are looking for you. All shifts. We have immediate openings!
Where: Will County and surrounding areas
Time: Full & Part Time and 3-4 overnight shifts
Must have your own transportation
CNAs Welcome
Complete Training Provided
Great Pay
To learn more, call 708-301-4746 or visit our site here. |
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Job Opportunity II
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The Destiny program at Oak Forest High School is looking for new employees and paraprofessionals, those who are interested in or has experience in working with students who have multiple disabilities / autism? For more information, please contact Geri at thekeanes222
@gmail.com
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Job Opportunity III
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Camp Manitoqua & Retreat Center is now hiring cooks, kitchen assistants and part-time housekeeping staff. Cooks must have food service experience; sanitation license preferred. Call (815) 469-2319 for an application or contact salli@manitoqua.org for kitchen positions & don@manitoqua.org for housekeeping.
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Chicago Christian Counseling News
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Part of Chicago Christian Counseling Center's mission is to educate about health and wholeness from a Christian perspective.
We pray that you will be blessed by the professional mental health information provided by our Christian therapists.
There are two articles available for you to read this month.
1. "A Love Hate Relationship With Your Addiction - by Jerome Ford, MA, LAMFT, CADC
(There is a very powerful "Letter from Your Addiction" included in this article)
2. MEDS - Who Needs Them Anyway?! by Diane Kapp MA Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist (LMFT)
We also educate from a Christian perspective on our Facebook page. Let your friends and colleagues know. There's lots of good stuff there and the topic changes every month.
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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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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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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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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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