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For the Week of March 13-20              
Vol. 10, Issue 10
Listening to Sermons Online
Good afternoon, everyone! I have some news that I'd like to share. Quite a few of you have been wondering what's been going on with our online sermon access. Long story short: Our provider switched over to a new server and the process took much, much longer than they'd anticipated.

The switch has finally been made, however, and our sermons are now all back online. (I'm working on throwing up the past couple of Sundays, plush Ash Wednesday, online today and tomorrow, so look for those later.)

So, why the switch? The switch was made so that it is now much more user-friendly for churches to upload their sermons and it's much more user-friendly for YOU to download/listen to sermons. All sermons are now mobile-friendly, meaning all of those of you with iPhones and iPads - who didn't have Flash - can now navigate and listen to all of the sermons we have online.

Go ahead and give it a spin and let me know what you think: http://calvaryop.sermoncampus.info.

If you've already set up your phone or a computer with a RSS feed for listening to podcasts, here's the link you'll want to use: http://calvaryop.sermoncampus.info/rss/main. (If what I've just said is very foreign to you, just ignore this paragraph.)

If there are any problems, let me know. Shoot me an email at matta@calvaryop.org. I'm also working on having our sermons uploaded and accessible through iTunes. I'll let you guys know when that happens.

Have a great weekend everyone!

  

-Matt 

One Thing: A Church-Wide Book Study

Join us in reading a book together as a church

 

We are 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.

You are invited to get the book and read with us.

For the week of March 16, please read Chapters 3 & 4.

Questions for Thought / Discussion for Chapter 3 & 4

1)What is beauty?

2)In what ways is God beautiful?

3)Does experiencing God's beauty change us? Have you experienced this? How?

4)Do you believe that God is sovereign over everything?

5)What is worship?

6)For you, what is something about God that causes your heart to break out in worship?

7)As you read chapter 4, in what new ways does it beckon you to worship?

Job Networking Group
Looking for employment or unemployed?
 

Our next meeting will be held on Thursday, March 20 from 7:00-8:30 p.m. in room #252. The speaker at the meeting this week is from The Hub. The Hub helps people with housing, mortgages, education and helps people find jobs. For more information, go here. 

 

This is open to the community, so invite your friends and neighbors to this wonderful opportunity for finding employment. Be sure to bring your résumé with if you have one. There will be prayer warriors available for those who have needs as well. Please contact Earl at earl@calvaryop.org for more info. 

GEMS Pancake Breakfast
Hungry for pancakes - or breakfast in general? Come on by!
 

bible studiesJoin us on Saturday, March 22 from 7-11 a.m. in Calvary's gym for a delicious breakfast prepared by our GEMS girls and counselors! A freewill offering to the GEMS program will be appreciated. All donations will help support their upcoming spring campout. For more information on the GEMS program, visit our website here.

Spring DivorceCare Sessions Coming
This 13-week support group is starting back up soon
 

DivorceCare, a weekly video seminar and support group for all separated and divorced men and women, will encourage you and help you through the emotional, physical and spiritual trials of this time of your life. It might seem like there are not many people around you who understand the pain your separation or divorce has caused. To you. Your family. Your friends. But that's why we're here, the reason for DivorceCare.

This group meets weekly on Sundays from 1-3 p.m., starting on March 23. For more information, please contact Nancy at amera6@att.net.

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.

Need dessert for your Easter Celebration?
The Guatemala Mission Team is selling GFS pies and cookie dough for a fundraiser! Please see one of the team members at a table in the foyer on Sunday for more information! Sale starts March 23 and last date to order is April 1, 2014. 
Summer Church Camp for 2nd-12th Grade

It's time to start thinking summer!

 

Don't forget the early bird pricing ends on March 31st.  

 

Register your 2nd-12th grader for summer camp at Camp Manitoqua now and save money!   Calvary offers financial assistance, let us help you get your child to camp! Visit the camp table upstairs outside The LOFT and Youth Rooms or email Tiffany for more information at children@calvaryop.org.

Calvary Mission Work Day at Manitoqua

Want a serving opportunity but can't join the mission trips?

 

We have a local mission project for Calvary to take part in!   Sign up at the Welcome Center to help beautify Camp Manitoqua in Frankfort, IL so it can offer wonderful Christian programs throughout the year. Spring Clean-Up Work Day is set for Saturday, April 12 from 9am-2:30pm. Come when you can! Lunch will be served and childcare provided for ages 4-9.

 

There are a variety of projects that need to be done that day: painting, weeding/raking, cleaning windows, creating/designing decorations for the summer programs, building projects and more!

 

Calvary families are highly encouraged to make this a "family mission project." Support Camp Manitoqua as well as instill the importance of serving others into your child's heart!  

 

Questions? Email them to Tiffany Johnston at children@calvaryop.org and sign up at the Welcome Center by Sunday, April 6.

Easter at Calvary

Mark these dates in your calendar

 

Here are the dates and times for our Easter services here at Calvary Church:

- Good Friday (Communion Service), April 18 at 7 p.m.
Childcare will be provided for infants through age 4.

- Easter Sunday, April 20 at 8, 9:30 or 11 a.m.
All KidsLife programs will be offered as usual during our 9:30 and 11 a.m. services while childcare (through age 4) will be provided for all three morning services.

This is a very special time at Calvary as we praise and give thanks for the price paid and our redemption through God's one and only son, Jesus Christ.

EASTER CHILDCARE VOLUNTEERS NEEDED:

There is a new board in the lobby to sign up for Tiny Town volunteers at our Good Friday and Easter Sunday services. Thank you for your prayerful consideration to serve our children. Questions, contact Tiffany at children@calvaryop.org. 

 

Jesus said, "Let the little children come to me, and do not hinder them, for the kingdom of heaven belongs to such as these." Matthew 19:14

KidsLife Easter Celebration

Join us on Saturday, April 19 at 10:00-11:30 a.m.

 

Mark your calendars for April 19th for an Easter Celebration at Calvary. Families, join us for an Easter craft, an egg hunt inside the church, and refreshments afterwards! Open to the community! Invite your friends and neighbors!

 

DONATIONS & VOLUNTEERS NEEDED: CANDY, COOKIE BAKERS, STUFFERS, EVENT DAY ASSISTANCE

 

Last year we stuffed over 2,000 eggs! We are in need of LOTS of small wrapped candy and small trinkets that will fit inside a plastic egg. Be on the lookout for those Easter sales and drop off your donations near the Welcome Center by Sunday, April 6th.

 

Want to help stuff or hide eggs, bake cookies, or help on the event day? Call Tiffany at the church office, email at children@calvaryop.org, or sign up at the Welcome Center.

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.

  

Spring Luncheon with Providence Life Services

The Providence Life Services Auxiliary of Palos Heights invites you to their Spring Luncheon at the Garden Chalet on Tuesday, April 8 at 12 noon. Enjoy delicious food, uplifting fellowship, and a special presentation by chalk artist George Vogrin. George's specialty is a "Musical Chalk Talk." On a giant easel, he will render beautiful scenic images enhanced by an entertaining, interactive show. You'll recognize the music that accompanies the presentation, and you'll enjoy George's heartwarming stories. Join the Providence Auxiliary of Palos Heights for this unforgettable afternoon. Call your Key Lady or Helen Noort to RSVP by April 1 for tickets and information at (708) 448-9241.

   

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.

  

Fundraiser for Jay Iwema

Calvin Christian Reformed Church of Oak Lawn member, Jay Iwema, a paraplegic of 2-1/2 years after falling from a ladder, needs to continue his therapy to regain the use of his legs. His improvement thus far has been steady. Friends at Calvin are raising funds with a supper, fun fair for all ages, and a silent auction at 101st and Central Avenue in Oak Lawn on Saturday, May 3, from 5-8:30 p.m. Volunteers and auction items needed. Also, please come and enjoy yourself! Tell us how many are coming to eat. Can't come? Donations are welcome. Call 708-843-3597 for information.

 

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!


Southwest Chicago Christian Schools News

Parent University Night

Southwest Chicago Christian Schools will host a Parent University night on Monday, March 24 at 7pm, in the CCHS auditorium. As entertainment and education becomes increasingly driven by and dependent on technology, brains, relationships, and sense of self are often short-changed.  Dr. Doreen Dodgen-Magee will speak on the latest research in this area and will consider the impact of over-reliance on technology and how to appropriately engage this challenge.


Elementary Musical 

Southwest Chicago Christian Schools Oak Lawn Campus Elementary Musical will be held Thursday, March 20, with performances of "Under God's Sea in 3D" at 9am and 7pm.  The 4th and 5th grade students will perform this musical sharing ways that we can daily dive deeper into Gods world and word.

  

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.
In This Issue
Prayer Series
One Thing: A Church-Wide Book Study
Job Networking Group
GEMS Pancake Breakfast
DivorceCare
Summer Guatemala Mission Trip
Summer Church Camp
Calvary Mission Work Day
Easter at Calvary
Easter Egg Hunt
KidsLife Easter Celebration
Local Community News
What's the What
This Week @ Calvary!

 

THURSDAY (3/13):

- 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

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

 

FRIDAY (3/14):  

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

SATURDAY (3/15):  

- 5:00 p.m.  New Hope Fellowship Service 
   
SUNDAY (3/16):
- 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
- 11:00 a.m.  Worship Service
- 7:00 p.m.  Sr. High School Youth Group 

 

MONDAY (3/17):       

- 9:30 a.m.  Girlfriends' Bible Study (Here & Now)
- 7:00 p.m.  Girlfriends' Bible Study (Gideon) 

- 7:00 p.m.  New Hope 

    

TUESDAY (3/18):

- 6:00 p.m.  Praise Band Rehearsal

- 7:00 p.m.  Revelations Bible Study

  

WEDNESDAY (3/19):

- 9:30 a.m.  Coffee Break
- 6:30 p.m.  Cadets
- 6:30 p.m.  The Hangout
- 6:30 p.m.  Girlfriends Bible Study (Discover Prayer)
- 7:00 p.m.  Choir Rehearsal

 

THURSDAY (3/20):

- 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.   Job Networking Group

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

- 7:30 p.m.  NOAH 

 

FRIDAY (3/21):  

- 1:00 p.m.  Stitch 'n Time & Sassy Scrapbookers

SATURDAY (3/22):  

- 7:00 a.m.  GEMS Pancake Breakfast Fundraiser
- 5:00 p.m.  New Hope Fellowship Service  

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Coffee Break: Discover Easter
Women of all ages are invited to join our new study which will take us right into Easter. There's more to Easter than bunny rabbits and colored eggs. The real story of Easter is part of the world's most amazing love story. God loves us so much that he sent his Son, Jesus Christ, to set things right again in this broken world. Jesus saved us by paying for our sin through his death on the cross and rising again in victory over death, giving hope and the promise of new life forever for all who believe!

 

Coffee Break is held on Wednesday mornings from 9:30 to 11 a.m. Childcare is available. For more information, contact Jenny at coffeebreak
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.
Calling All Knitters and Crocheters!
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 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.

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.
Thursday Night Women's Bible Study
Stepping Up by Beth Moore provides a personal study experience in this in-depth women's Bible study of Psalms 120-134. 

 

Explore the major feasts of Israel and journey with Beth through this study on Thursdays at 7 p.m. in Room 104.  

 

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! 

 


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.