CHILDREN, YOUTH & FAMILY MINISTRIES
A Weekly Resource for Parents & Families.
January 21, 2021
IN THIS ISSUE:
  • Farewell to Pastor Larry
  • Celebrating Frontline Workers
  • First Communion
  • Parent Huddle
  • Kidzone
  • Game Night
  • Confirmation
  • HS Campfire Sundays
Farewell to Pastor Larry
We want to send off Pastor Hand with our love, blessings, and gratitude for the years he has faithfully served Calvary Lutheran Church. Here’s how you can participate:
  • Participate in a Zoom celebration on Sunday, January 31. Sign up with the office for a specific half-hour time slot (1:30, 2, 2:30, or 3:00 p.m.). Numbers will be limited. Please email Quinn by Thursday, January 28. 
  •  Send a monetary gift for Pastor Hand. Calvary will collect the gifts and issue one check to Pastor Hand. You may give by check or through the Give Now App. (Please note: this is not considered a donation to the church) All monetary gifts should be delivered to the office no later than Thursday, January 28.
  • Drop off a physical gift and/or card to the office by Thursday, January 28. A table will be set out in front of the office where gifts or cards for Pastor Hand can be placed. Please call the office(858-755-2855) to let know Quinn you are coming. Cards mailed to the church will be forwarded to Pastor.

Have questions? Email Teresa Kaldor or Karen Morrell.
Celebrating Frontline Workers!
Calvary members serve our community in a variety of ways as frontline workers during the pandemic. These include healthcare workers, teachers, protective service workers (police, firefighters), grocery store workers, and others. We want to know who you are! We would like to show our support for you and one of your colleagues in the month of February. Please email Teresa Kaldor with your information and that of your colleague.
FIRST COMMUNION
Children in grades 3 and up are invited with their parents to participate in this 3-session experience. First Communion classes are on Saturdays March 13, 20, and 27. First Communion will be celebrated on Maundy Thursday, April 1. Life is full of meaningful moments. This milestone of First Communion is a time to reflect more deeply with children on the blessings of Holy Communion and its significance in their lives. Register Here!
Parent Huddle
Dear parents, let's huddle up and engage in a conversation concerning your needs as a household and how Calvary can improve in service to your children and family. Let's connect on Saturday morning, January 30 at 10 AM.
Getting Our Hands Dirty at the KIDZONE!
Jesus parable of the Sower invites kids to be good soil for the seed of God's Word. Ms. Edie will lead us in making edible dirt! It's a delicious dessert. Download the recipe here. To join us this Sunday at 9 AM- 9:30 AM, just click the following link; KIDZONE!
Game Night - not your typical Zoom experience.
I know, young people are Zoomed out. I get it, but it's one of the few ways young people can connect. Recently we have been playing our version of Among Us. No need to download anything. This Monday every participant receives a $5 gift card to Jamba Juice! So, invite your middle school or high school student to drop in at 7 PM this Monday for an hour of fun. They will experience encouragement from scripture, conversation with friends, and a faith community. Check it out. Just click the following link for our Monday Game Night ZOOM.
Confirmation this Wednesday
Jeff Moeller leads the class this Wednesday, Jan. 27, at 7:30 PM. We will be exploring Holy Communion. We will be taking what we learn and compete against each other in the Jackbox game TKO. Be advised, you'll need a second device. The class link is below.
HS Campfire Sundays
Sunday nights are back on via Zoom. We are exploring Romans. Students are invited to grab a Bible and join us around a virtual campfire at 7-8 PM each Sunday. As they reconnect with friends we will discover how God can use us to make a difference.

Jeffery Moeller DCE MBA
Director of Children, Youth and Family Ministries
330-618-7837