CALVARY CHURCH WEEKLY NEWS | |
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There are two ordinances in the church: baptism and the Lord’s Supper. Baptism focuses on the individual demonstrating that he or she has personally received Christ as Savior and Lord. On the other hand, communion is corporate. We do not observe communion by ourselves but rather in the community of believers. We celebrate not only our union with Christ but our communion with our brothers and sisters in Christ.
On Sunday morning, we have the joy of seeing several of our brothers and sisters in Christ being baptized. Then at 6:00 PM, we will celebrate communion. In the evening, we continue our series in Ephesians and consider Paul’s injunction “to be filled with the Spirit.” What does that mean? And what are the implications of it?
If you have stopped attending in person because of Covid-19, let me encourage you to return to Calvary unless you have some health concerns. Christ is building His church!
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Newcomers Reception
This Sunday morning, Pastor Munro and Gudny will host a Newcomers Reception. If you're new to Calvary, this is your opportunity to meet them and hear more about the mission and ministry of our church. Please stop by the Calvary Café at 11:15 AM.
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Worship with us this Sunday | |
⌚ Don't forget to SPRING FORWARD! Set your clocks ahead one hour on Saturday evening. Daylight Savings Time begins this Sunday, March 12. | | |
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Sunday, March 19
9:45 AM, "Reach Welcome Grow"
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Sunday, March 26
Reach Welcome Grow – Commitment Sunday
9:45 AM, "Forward By Faith"
6:00 PM, "Grounded in the Word" Psalm 1
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Calvary Building Expansion Project | |
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Our proposed building expansion project is a 15,000-square-foot addition designed to enhance our welcome of newcomers, facilitate our growing teaching and prayer ministries, and build community in the body of Christ at Calvary Church.
The Reach Welcome Grow campaign, which supports the expansion, strengthens our ability in very practical ways to share the Gospel and more effectively be and make authentic followers of Jesus Christ.
Pick up a brochure & a NEW FAQ handout at Galleria table 1 on Sunday! Or learn more at calvarychurch.com/RWG.
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Q&A in Adult Life Groups
Sundays, March 12 & 19 | 8:30 & 11:15 AM as scheduled
Elders and pastors will visit the Adult Life Groups to give an overview of Reach Welcome Grow over the next two Sundays. Be sure to attend one of these informal Q&A sessions. If you're not yet involved in an ALG, you are welcome to visit any group!
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RWG Prayer Opportunities
Wednesdays, March 15 & 22 | 6:30–8:00 PM, Room 240
Join these gatherings led by Elder Timothy Brown to pray for the Reach Welcome Grow campaign and all phases of the Calvary building expansion project.
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You're invited to dinner!
Thursday, March 23, or Saturday, March 25 | 6:30–8:00 PM, Crown Room
Please join us for a Reach Welcome Grow dinner to hear more about the vision for expanding ministry at Calvary! There is no charge. Childcare for nursery through 5th grade is provided on Thursday only. Please RSVP by registering below:
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If you have questions, prefer to register by phone, or need assistance, please call the church office at 704.341.5323. | |
Serving Opportunity — Support the Reach Welcome Grow effort by volunteering with Calvary Food Service at one or both campaign dinners on March 23 & 25. LEARN MORE | |
Student Coffee House
Sunday, March 12, 6:00–7:30 PM
Middle and high school students, join us for a fun evening with coffee, refreshments, music, and fellowship in CLC 1400. Bring your friends to this outreach event!
GET DETAILS
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Family Transitions — 1st Grade
Sunday, March 12, 11:15 AM, Conf. Rm. A
As first graders learn to read, it’s the perfect time for parents to begin teaching basic Bible skills at home. Discover ways to help your child grow in understanding and loving God’s Word!
REGISTER NOW
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English as a Second Language
Spring Semester: March 20 – May 25
Improve your English pronunciation and understanding in multi-level ESL classes on Mondays and Thursdays, 9:00 AM–Noon.
REGISTER NOW
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Senior Adult Luncheon
Thursday, March 30, 12:00–1:30 PM
Join us in the Crown Room for uplifting fellowship, a delicious lunch, and an inspiring program by the Musical Heirs, a local children's choir. Don't miss the organ concert and devotions at 11:00 AM.
REGISTER NOW
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Fellowship Dinner — Wednesday, March 15
Join us for dinner in the Crown Room, 5:00–6:15 PM. No reservations needed!
MENU: Salisbury Steak with Gravy, Scalloped Potatoes, Peas & Carrots, Rolls with Butter, Beverage & Dessert // Adults $8 Children $4 // FULL DETAILS
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MAGNOLIA MEMORIAL GARDENS | |
The semi-annual Magnolia Memorial Gardens cemetery cleanup will occur on Tuesday, April 4, at 3:00 PM. Calvary will remove and dispose of all flowers and decorations from the fall and holiday seasons. Please remove any items that you would like to save before this date. If you have any questions, please contact Matthew Thompson at 704.887.3697 or mthompson@calvarychurch.com. Thank you! | |
FOR THE RECORD
$203,280 — General Fund offering the week of 3/5
$175,000 — General Fund weekly giving goal
$ 75,899 — Annual Missions Offering received
$125,000 — Annual Missions Offering goal
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