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For the Week of February 27-March 6            
Vol. 10, Issue 8
Parents' Night Out
This week I was asked, if I could, to highlight that our bi-monthly Parents' Night Out will be coming up next week. There are still vacant spots open and still a need for volunteers to help out with this popular event.

If you have the time, please consider giving Calvary parents a break by helping out with this night out where we can safely watch their children while they enjoy a few hours out by themselves.

You can find out more about this by clicking on Parents' Night Out graphic below or by contacting Tiffany at children@calvaryop.org.

See you all next week!

  

-Matt 

*NEW* Beth Moore Bible Study
Join us on Thursday nights!

Stepping Up by Beth Moore provides a personal study experience in this in-depth women's Bible study of Psalms 120-134. Traveling pilgrims sang these psalms both on the way to the great festivals of the LORD and as key elements of the worship at those festivals. Just as a song or poem can express feelings of fear, doubt, hope, and joy, these 15 psalms model how we can voice our own petitions and praises to our God, who is always available and ready to hear us.

 

Explore the major feasts of Israel and journey with Beth through this 7-session study, starting TONIGHT, Thursday, February 27 at 7 p.m. in Room 104. Themes of unity, joy, gratitude, redemption, repentance, the power of blessings, facing ridicule, and more are explored in detail. Modern-day believers in Jesus Christ can learn much from these treasured Psalms in their journey toward greater intimacy with God.

 

For more information, please contact Girlfriends at girlfriends@calvaryop.org.
Join Us for the Pinewood Derby!

Who will take home the prize?!

 

Saturday, March 1
Register at 12 noon
Competition starts at 1:00 p.m.

Come and check out the show and chow on the world-famous Cadet jambalaya and hot dogs and chips! Come for a great time and fellowship!
Want to Become a Member?

Join our membership class!

 

Interested in learning more about Calvary Church? Interested in becoming a member? Join us for our next membership class on the following Sundays: March 2 & 9 from 9:30-10:30 a.m. in Room 104! Contact Earl Vander Wall at earl@calvaryop.org or 708-429-2200 if you are interested in attending or want to know more information.
Member Directory Photos

Missed the table? Don't worry, you can still do it yourself!

 

Thank you for all of those who had their pictures taken for our Membership Directory. We had fifty families participate in this! I thought it was a good start. We will be setting up a table periodically in the future for more opportunities to have your picture taken for the online directory.

 

But don't fret if you missed this opportunity. You can upload the photos you want yourself! You can pick up instructions at the Welcome Center or get them here. We're looking to have another round of photos taken in the spring. 

One Thing: A Church-Wide Book Study

Join us in reading a book together as a church

 

Beginning the week of March 9, during our The Words of Jesus sermon series, we will be reading together as a church One Thing: Developing a Passion for the Beauty of God by Sam Storms.

The goal of our creation was not simply that we might be happy but happy in appreciating God's own glory. Not in reviewing our own accomplishments or in the enjoyment of our own sensual appetites. Not in the development of a healthy self-esteem or in the acquisition of a four-bedroom home with a three-car garage. We were made to glorify God and enjoy him forever. Nothing is more important than understanding this truth.

The book is available in our Revelations Bookstore for $10. You are invited to purchase the book and read with us.
Calling All Knitters and Crocheters!

Can you help make our new babies warm?

 

Tiny Town passes out handmade baby blankets to all of our newborns. We have welcomed many little ones to our congregation in the past two years alone and we have a few due this Spring! Our baby blanket supply is dwindling. We would appreciate any handmade donations in either pink, blue, or neutral colors.

Blessings for sharing your talent to our newest additions at Calvary!
Revelation is Relevant Bible Study
This popular Bible study is back!

This verse-by-verse study of the Revelation of John will help you experience the awesome spiritual power that resides in this final book of the Bible. Revelation's message is truly for every generation: "Blessed is the one who reads the words of this prophecy, and blessed are those who hear it and take to heart what is written in it, because the time is near." Rev. 1:3.

Show up on Sunday mornings at 9:30 a.m. in room 241 OR Tuesday nights at 7 p.m. in room 252 to receive this blessing from God! Questions? Contact Joe Dampf at jdampf22@gmail.com.

Summer Church Camp for 2nd-12th Grade

It's time to start thinking summer!

 

Camp Manitoqua, a local Christian camp we work with, has just begun summer registration. They have many wonderful camp opportunities for your child, whether it's just a one- or three-day overnighter for the young ones, or a full week for those entering 3rd grade and up.  

 

We are very excited to have designated "church weeks" this year where hopefully many of our children can attend camp together. To support the high value we place on church camp in a child's life, Calvary offers financial assistance based on family membership and/or regularly active attendance in KidsLife or Youth programs.

 

Stop by the Camp Table upstairs near The LOFT and Youth area to pick up a Manitoqua packet and a detailed registration letter from Tiffany Johnston, the KidsLife Director. Early bird pricing deadline is March 31. 

Summer Guatemala Mission Trip

We would love to have you join us on this trip  

 

Looking for an opportunity to serve on a mission team? Join the team headed for Zacapa, Guatemala on July 11-20, 2014! Our team will work with Hearts in Motion (H.I.M.) providing basic construction, medical and educational support as well as providing Vacation Bible School in local villages. No specific skills are required. There are jobs available for everyone. Interpreters are present at all work sites. We are looking to have the team formed by April 20. Please start thinking and praying if you would like to come on this trip now. For more information, please contact Donna Doff at hnddoff@yahoo.com or visit the H.I.M. website at www.heartsinmotion.org.
Local Community News
Concert at Faith United Methodist Church

A concert featuring The Suburban Youth Symphony & The Incredible Opportunity Program will be presented at Faith United Methodist Church, 151st and 80th Avenue, Orland Park, IL on April 27 at 4 p.m.  

  

The Suburban Youth Symphony Orchestras are composed of about forty talented young musicians from Chicago's south and southwest suburbs who present an annual subscription series as well as a number of other performances in the area. Over 30 southern suburbs are represented in our two performing groups, and, though each carries its own character, they all unite under the common goal of making music together.

  

Tickets are available for adults ($10) and children ($5) at our website.

  

Southwest Chicago Christian Schools:

Open Houses 

Southwest Chicago Christian Schools will host a Daytime Open House at both the Oak Lawn and Tinley Park campuses on Monday, March 3 from 9am to noon.  Prospective parents and students are invited to visit classrooms and meet teachers & administrators to learn more about our elementary programs. Please call 708/388-7656 for more information.

  

Southwest Chicago Christian School's Oak Lawn campus invites you to experience a "Free Day of Preschool" on Monday, March 3 from 9 to 11 am.  Meet our faculty, learn about our program and experience our well-equipped facilities.  To register call Carol at 708-636-8550 or email cdenbesten@swchristian.org.

 

Alzheimer's - Family Learning Day

Are you interested in learning more about Alzheimer's and how to care for someone who has memory loss? Join this awesome opportunity at Family Learning Day by the Alzheimer's Association of Illinois on Saturday, March 29 at 8:30 a.m. in Bolingbrook, IL. You can register for this day by visiting www.alz.org/illinois.

  

Camp Manitoqua Open House

You are invited to our Summer Camp Open House on Tuesday, March 18 from 4-7 p.m. Come take a tour of our facility and meet the staff! Summer campers, now is the time to bring your friends and introduce them to the camp!

  

A Harmony of Generations

The Men of A-Chord is pleased to announce a combined concert with the Illiana Christian High School A Capella Choir for a "Harmony of Generations." The concert will be on Saturday March 22, 2014. The program will begin at 7:00 p.m. at the First Christian Reformed Church of South Holland located at 16248 South Park Ave, South Holland, IL. Each choir will sing numbers separately and they will also join together as one mass chorus and sing several songs together with Justin Rich and Kathy Sliekers directing. There will be brass instrumental and plenty of audience participation in song. Make your plans now for a great evening of song and praise. Proceeds from a free will offering will benefit the Illiana Christian High School Choral Department. Join us for a Harmony of Generations. For information please see our website www.menofachord.org or contact any member of the Men of A-Chord.

  

FREE Home Visitation Seminar at Trinity Christian College
On Thursday, February 27 from 7:30-9:00 p.m. Christian Service Ministries will present a free seminar with Trinity Christian College at the Van Namen Recital Hall of Trinity. The seminar will feature tips on how to visit someone at a hospital or nursing home led by Chaplains Corky DeBoer and Betty Vander Laan. Everyone is invited! To reserve a seat, please call Jan at Christian Service Ministries 708-307-2370 or write jvisser.csm@gmail.com.  
In This Issue
Prayer Series
*NEW* Beth Moore Bible Study
Membership Class
Ash Wednesday
Directory Photos
Parents' Night Out
One Thing: A Church-Wide Book Study
Calling All Knitters and Crocheters
Revelation is Relevant Bible Study
Local Community News
What's the What
This Week @ Calvary!

 

THURSDAY (2/27):

- 7:00 a.m.  Men's Barnabas Bible Study

- 9 a.m. - 12 p.m.  Food Pantry is Open!

- 1:00 p.m.  Men's Bible Study

- 6:00 p.m.  Praise Band Rehearsal 

- 6:00 p.m.  Girls Biddy Basketball

 

FRIDAY (2/28):  

- 9:00 a.m.  Momtourage
- 7:00 p.m.  Jr. High Youth Group 

SATURDAY (3/1):  

- 1:00 p.m.  Cadet Pinewood Derby Race
- 5:00 p.m.  New Hope Fellowship Service   
   
SUNDAY (3/2):
- 7:45 a.m.  Prayer Meeting
- 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.  Revelations Bible Study
- 9:30 a.m.  New Members Class
- 11:00 a.m.  Worship Service
- 7:00 p.m.  Sr. High School Youth Group 

 

MONDAY (3/3):       

- 7:00 p.m.  Girlfriends' Bible Study (Gideon) 

- 7:00 p.m.  New Hope 

    

TUESDAY (3/4):

- 6:00 p.m.  Praise Band Rehearsal

- 7:00 p.m.  Revelations Bible Study

- 7:00 p.m.  Elders & Deacons Meeting

- 8:30 p.m.  Executive Council 

  

WEDNESDAY (3/5):

- 9:30 a.m.  Coffee Break
- 7:00 p.m.  Ash Wednesday Service

 

THURSDAY (3/6):

- 7:00 a.m.  Men's Barnabas Bible Study

- 9 a.m. - 12 p.m.  Food Pantry is Open!

- 1:00 p.m.  Men's Bible Study

- 6:00 p.m.  Praise Band Rehearsal 

- 6:00 p.m.  Girls Biddy Basketball

- 6:30 p.m.  Stephen Ministry

- 7:00 p.m.  ONE Marriage Book Study (Hedges)

- 7:00 p.m.  Girlfriends Bible Study (Stepping Up)

- 7:30 p.m.  NOAH (offsite) 

 

FRIDAY (3/7):  

- 5:30 p.m.  Parents' Night Out  

SATURDAY (3/8):  

- 12:00 p.m.  We Care Spring Luncheon
- 5:00 p.m.  New Hope Fellowship Service  

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Job Fair
Chicago Career Fair
Thursday, March 6th, from 11 AM to 3 PM

Chicago Marriott Schaumburg
50 North Martingale Rd
Schaumburg, IL 60173
Free Admission/Free Parking

Pre-register here! 

 


The date is set for
June 23-27 at 9 a.m. to 12 noon for Vacation Bible School for ages 4 thru 12. Mark your calendars!

 

Volunteer forms will be coming out in mid- April. 

Men's Barnabas Group
We will be beginning a new book study by Max Lucado entitled You'll Get Through This. Do you believe that God is still in the business of redeeming the broken? He was then, He is still.

All men are welcome to join us on Thursday mornings at 7 a.m. in room #204. Light refreshments and coffee are served. Contact John Brooks at brooksjnb@att.net for more information.
Prayer Opportunities
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!
Discover Prayer: A Beginner's Bible Study for Women
Join us as we begin the year studying Discover Prayer on Wednesday nights at 6:30 p.m.

This Bible study is open to all women who are beginning their walk with the Lord.

Find out more here.
Help Us Stock Our Food Pantry!

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!