CALVARY CHURCH WEEKLY NEWS |
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FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 24, 2021 |
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Life has been very difficult for many of us over this past year. We are tired of the political divides, the relentless rhetoric, and the debates about vaccines, masks, and social distancing. It seems that illness and death have impacted Calvary Church more than usual. You may be discouraged, tired, hurting, bereaved, or disappointed.
As I have reflected on these past months, I have grown in my appreciation of our worship and fellowship at Calvary. Looking up to our Heavenly Father and reflecting on the unsearchable riches of Christ are real tonics to our souls. As we come into the Sanctuary, our spirits are uplifted; we hand over our burdens to the Lord, and our souls are refreshed. In Psalm 34 David writes, “I will bless the Lord at all times.” But then he asks the congregation of the righteous to “Magnify the Lord with me, and let us exalt His name together!”
We may enjoy the sweetness of the Lord alone in our homes, watching by Livestream, and getting together with a few friends. Yet, nothing can compare with the wonder and blessing of worshiping the Lord with our brothers and sisters in Christ, drinking from His Word, fellowshiping with His people, and serving others!
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Worship with us this Sunday |
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Sunday, September 26
Worship Service at 9:45 AM
Calvary Connect at 9:40 AM
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"Jesus and the Gay Debate"
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Thank you for giving generously! Please give your tithes and offerings via the link below, by mail, or on Sundays at the worship service. Our God is faithful!
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Calvary pastors and leaders are here for you. So if you need to talk to somebody or pray with someone, please reach out!
🌎 Missionaries of the Week: Jesse & Erica McCallister serving in Germany 🔊VIDEO
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Growing & Serving Together |
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Tying the Knot
Tuesdays, Oct 5 – Nov 9, 6:30–8:00 PM
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Engaged couples and newlyweds, join us via Zoom! We'll cover foundational issues and biblical principles that will help you establish and maintain a healthy marriage.
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Life Chain — Annual Nationwide Event
Sunday, October 3, 2:00–4:00 PM
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Join us in this public, prayerful, peaceful witness against legalized abortion. We'll stand united in prayer and repentance.
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Shoe Distribution for Kids
Thursday, October 21, 9:45 AM–2:00 PM
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We need 120 volunteers to serve at our Samaritan's Feet outreach at South Pine Academy. Help wash the kids' feet and fit them with new socks and shoes!
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We need many volunteers to care for our littlest ones on a rotating schedule. Choose Sunday AM / PM or Wednesday PM. There are lots of ways you can help!
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Congregation News & Notes |
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$151,514 — General Fund Offering the week of 9/19
- $170,000 — General Fund weekly giving goal
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Diane Amato
Marcia Arnold
Robert Arnold
Sukumar Balla
Connie Carpenter
Sidney Carpenter
Amanda Daly
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Colette McCollum
Stewart McCollum
Stella Pedapati
Oksana Romarniuk
Pavlo Romarniuk
William Tant
Matthew Thompson
Sparkle Thompson
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SAMARITAN'S PURSE is now accepting applications for seasonal employment at the Operation Christmas Child processing center in Charlotte. Check out their in-person hiring event on Saturday, October 9, 10:00–3:00 PM.
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TRAUMA HEALING TRAINING sponsored by SIM International will be offered October 11–15, 8:30 AM–4:00 PM at Gordon-Conwell Seminary with missionary Nancy Writebol. Get details and register by October 4.
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Bill & Debbie Lineberger and family in the loss of Debbie’s brother, Mr. Dan Briscoe, on September 19
Wes & Karen Robinson and family in the loss of Karen’s mother, Mrs. Una (Rae) Shoaf, on September 15
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“Do nothing from selfish ambition or conceit, but in humility count others more significant than yourselves. Let each of you look not only to his own interests, but also to the interests of others.” — Philippians 2:3–4
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Sunday Worship at 9:45 AM
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