CALVARY WEEKLY NEWS
FRIDAY, OCTOBER 23, 2020
FROM THE SENIOR PASTOR
Trump or Biden?
Many churches, Christian leaders, and pastors are advocating that people vote for either Trump or Biden. There is a group called “Evangelicals for Trump” and another group called “Evangelicals for Biden.” What is the position of Calvary Church? At Calvary, our commitment is to the proclamation of the Gospel, not to advocate a particular political candidate or party. We are much more concerned with the spiritual vitality of the church than seeking political power or influence. The late Francis Schaeffer wrote The Great Evangelical Disaster, which predicted that Evangelicalism would end in disaster if it turned from the Word of God. Isn’t his prediction coming true?

Do any of us really want to claim that Jesus is on the side of our chosen political candidate? That would mean that anyone who voted for the opposite candidate was voting against Jesus! I encourage you to be informed about the issues of this election, listen to the candidates at all levels of government, and vote for the candidates whom you believe are most likely to uphold the principles of the Word of God.

Remember that the governing authorities are instituted by God (Romans 13:1–2). “It is God who executes judgment, putting down one and lifting up another” (Psalm 75:7). So our trust should not be in any political party or candidate but in the living God — in Christ alone. Do any of us know the purposes of God regarding our nation? We do know that God is in control and Lord of all, whether Donald Trump or Joe Biden is elected president. At Calvary, our mandate will remain to be and make authentic followers of Jesus Christ.  

All of us need to be in prayer for our nation in these difficult times and ask God to guide us as we go to the voting booth. Whoever is elected, we will not panic, we will not be shaken, but we will continue to proclaim the Gospel and trust our great unchanging and unchangeable God.
Pastor John H. Munro
Worship with us this Sunday
Sunday, October 25
Worship begins at 8:30 & 11:00 AM
Calvary Connect at 8:25 & 10:55 AM
"Proclaiming the Gospel of Light"
November 1, 8:30 & 11:00 AM
"Restless Hearts"

November 8, 8:30 & 11:00 AM
"Lord of the Sabbath"
November 15, 8:30 & 11:00 AM
"Hope for the Nations"

November 22, 8:30 & 11:00 AM
"The Unforgiveable Sin"
Matthew 12:22–32 // Communion
Thank you for giving generously! Please give your tithes and offerings via the link below, by mail, or on Sundays at the services. Our God is faithful!
This Week at Calvary
Calvary pastors and leaders are here for you. If you have a need or want to talk to somebody or pray with someone, please reach out!

Pastor of the Week: Eric Hill, 990.833.3273, ehill@calvarychurch.com

Elder of the Week: Jeremy Hyman, 704.576.7069, jeremywhyman@outlook.com

Deacons of the Week:
Matthew Hagler, mhagler@kwcommercial.com

Missionary of the Week: Laura Armitage serving in Niger

New to Calvary? Text NEW to 704 543 1200 to connect
Church Office: info@calvarychurch.com
Baptism Information: calvarychurch.com/baptism
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Worship Service by Phone: 833.256.4701
Spanish, Russian & Chinese Translation: calvarychurch.com/translation
Join us in the Sanctuary!
Calvary service times are 8:30 & 11:00 AM. Thank you for reviewing this checklist so that you'll be prepared to join us on campus for worship this Sunday!

Ministry Highlights
Invite a Friend Sunday
November 1 at 8:30 & 11:00 AM
Begin praying now for those you will invite to hear a special Gospel message! Ask God to open doors and give you courage. Invite others to come with you to Calvary or to watch the Livestream. MORE
Calvary Membership Course
Saturdays, November 7 & 14 via Zoom
Considering membership at Calvary? Register now for the 2-session course with Pastor Munro on Saturday mornings.

Grow in God's Word with us
Wednesdays at 6:30 PM, through Nov 18
Module 2 of our Wednesday Bible study electives continues this week via Zoom. Let's connect, learn, and grow together!

Family Transitions
Equipping Parents of 4th Graders
Join us on Tuesday, November 10 at 6:45–7:45 PM in the Chapel for this parenting series with Pastors Navey and Thompson.

Operation Christmas Child
Reach the world through a simple gift!
NEW — Build a custom shoebox gift online! Or pick up a box in the Galleria, pack your gift, and return it to Calvary.

Info for Students & Kids
Nursery & Preschool
Sundays at 11:00 AM
We're offering limited Nursery & Preschool (Infants–K) classes during worship with weekly preregistration.

The Zone — 1st–5th Grades
Tuesday, October 27, 6:30–8:00 PM
Register now for the upcoming Children's Ministry event in the CLC!

Student Ministry REGROUP
Wednesdays, 6:30–8:00 PM
Students, join us for worship, Bible teaching & small groups on campus:

Children's Choir Bonfire
Sunday, October 25, 4:00–5:00 PM
Parents, our next choir rehearsal is this Sunday with FALL FUN outside!

Congregation Notes
For the Record
  • General Fund offering week of 10/18: $119,029
  • General Fund weekly goal: $165,000
Birth Announcement
Congratulations to Ryan & Katie Smith on the birth of their daughter, Jemma Kate Smith, on October 17
Deepest Sympathy to…
Steve & Tracie Weeks and family in the loss of Tracie's father, Mr. Bill Reynolds, on October 18

Annette Rogers and family in the loss of her husband, Mr. Steve Rogers, on October 2
Seasonal Employment with OCC
Samaritan's Purse is accepting applications for a variety of seasonal employment opportunities at the Charlotte Operation Christmas Child Processing Center, including positions for 16 and 17-year-olds! GET DETAILS
Join us on Social Media
We have more videos and ministry content than ever on our social media channels — so join us and share with others. Stay connected at Calvary!
For the Lord gives wisdom; from his mouth come knowledge and understanding.” — Proverbs 2:6
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