calvary church

Calvary Church707 E Beltline Ave NEGrand Rapids MI 49525

PO Box 1600Grand Rapids MI 49501

Ph (616) 956-9377 Fax (616) 956-9723 calvarygr.org

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FOR THE RECORD • FISCAL YEAR 2018-19

Projected Offerings

Actual Offerings

Surplus/ (Deficit)

Last Week

$140,963 $125,592 ($15,371)

Fiscal YTD Sept. 1 - Jun. 30

$6,877,529 $6,554,096 ($323,433)

Jerusalem Project

$277,143

When God Ignores Us Isaiah 58-59

Jim Samra

Senior Pastor

July 7, 20199:00 & 10:45am

congregational care

open positions

Is it time to go? Two trips just returned from Greece. As we gear up for more, we wanted to keep you, our Calvary family, in the loop on what short term mission trips you can join.

Lesvos - Trips for WomenIn Lesvos we love women and children who come to a women and children’s center across from a refugee camp named Moria. Braid hair, paint nails, give smiles, and encourage the team working at this center. There is also an opportunity to go inside the camp and serve the women a meal. Heart-breaking, life changing, kingdom work.

• Lesvos, Greece I September 27 – October 6Three spots remaining on teamTalk to a Lesvos trip representative and drop off your application: July 7 | Connection Point | between and after Sunday services

• Lesvos, Greece I November 22 – December 1Several openings available Talk to a Lesvos trip representative and drop off your application: July 28 | Connection Point | between and after Sunday services

Mozambique - Trip for Men & WomenIn Mozambique teams teach adults and children about the Lord. Teams utilize the love on them, and help them get their energy out.

• Mozambique I October 1 – October 13Talk to a Mozambique trip representative and drop off your application: July 14 | Connection Point | between and after Sunday services

Would you please consider these dates and start praying about going? Ap-plications are due as soon as possible and can be found online on Calvary’s website under the Mission and Outreach tab. Contact Courtney Hoekwater with questions (choekwater@calvarygr.org or 616.956.9377 ext.5652).

weekly focus: mission trips

Calvary Church currently has opening for the following positions:• Assistant Director of Facilities (Full-Time) • Assistant Director of Technical Services (Full-Time) • Middle School Ministry Facilitators (Part-Time)• Calvary Care Ministry Assistant (Part-Time)

Full job descriptions are available at calvarygr.org/jobs. All employees must be or be willing to become members of Calvary Church. Interested applicants should submit a resume and cover letter to Chris DeHaan (cdehaan@calvarygr.org).

RECENTLY HOSPITALIZED PRAYER LIST

If you have been hospitalized, or antic-ipate hospitalization, and would like to be added to the prayer list or receive a visit from a Calvary staff member, call the church office at 956-9377.

Attention former teachers: Would you pray about teaching children in our mid-week programs for moms with young children? We are in need of more teach-ers and helpers when we start up again mid-September, Tuesday or Thursday mornings. Lives have been impacted for eternity as children learn about Jesus. Thanks for considering! Contact women@calvarygr.org.

teachers needed

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welcome

WE ARE GLAD YOU’RE HERE!

Whether you’re new to the church or just ready to try something new, visit the Connection Point (across from the main Sanctuary entrance just inside the Gathering Place) following the service to take your next right step at Calvary.

NEXT STEPS - GET CONNECTED

CONNECTING BEYOND THE BULLETINWe produce a quarterly Calvary Life magazine with ministry updates, and faith-enriching articles. Pick one up at the back of the Sanctuary. We also share regularly on Facebook (CalvaryChurchGR) and Instagram (calvarygr) and would love to connect with you there. Find an archive of sermons, our events calendar, a staff email directory and more at calvarygr.org.

Language Interpretation: During the 9:00 service, the sermon is interpreted into Mandarin and Farsi. At 10:45, the worship service is interpreted into both Korean and Arabic. Pick up a receiver at the Welcome Center (across from the main Sanctuary entrance).

LISTENING TO TODAY’S MESSAGE

Hearing Assistance: If you need hearing assistance, listening devices are available at the Welcome Center in the Crosswalk.

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Pre-Service Prayer | 8:30-8:50am | Room 255: Pray for our worship services with the morning’s teaching pastor.

Boiler Room | 8:50-11:50am: Visit room 222 behind the Sanctuary to pray over every aspect of the worship service as the Holy Spirit leads, including staff-initiated requests.

PRAYER

Middle School 78: Michigan’s AdventureJuly 11 | 10:30am-8:30pm | $30 | Meet at Entrance DWhether you’re a fan of twisty roller coasters, wild waterslides, over-priced hot dogs or the lazy river, you won’t want to miss this fun-filled day! Due to the logistics of this event, space is limited and late registra-tions will not be accepted. Register at mycalvarygr.org by July 9.

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Mental Illness Support GroupJuly 11 | 6:30-8:00pm | Room 114If you are caring for a loved one with mental illness, this support group is designed to give you encouragement, training and fellowship with oth-ers walking a similar journey. Questions? Contact Leslie Iverson (men-talhealth@calvarygr.org) at ext. 3623.

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Middle School 56: Climb OnJuly 9 | 2:00-4:00pm | $5 | Higher Ground Rock Climbing CenterLet’s see how high we can climb! Join us as we test our skills at scaling walls at Higher Ground Rock Climbing. Climbers of all abilities welcome! Register at mycalvarygr.org by July 7.

OASIS (Older Adults) Bike & BreakfastJuly 12 | 9:00am-12:00pmWeather permitting we will bike the Musketawa Trail to Ravenna starting at Musketawa Trail parking lot off 8th Ave. Questions? Contact Al Barton (bicycleal@gmail.com) at (586) 822-5874.

UNITED Day in Grand HavenJuly 16 | 1:00-7:00pm | $12We’ll enjoy the day together, experi-encing the best that beautiful Grand Haven has to offer. Dinner at Pronto Pups and ice cream from Dairy Treat included. Register at mycalvarygr.org.

Popsicles on the PlaygroundJuly 17 | 9:30-11:30am Camelot Park (2230 Rowland Ave SE)Join Calvary Kids families for frozen treats at Camelot Park. We will have a great time of fellowship and fun

Middle School 56: MVP Pool DayJuly 19 | 1:00-4:00pm | 115 Crahen NESwim, splash, and slide with all your friends at MVP’s outdoor pool! Grab your suit and sunscreen and meet us for an afternoon of fun and sun. Reg-ister at mycalvarygr.org by July 17. Cost: $10 + $ for concessions.

GenRising: Double Feature Movie NightJuly 19 | 6:30-11:00pm | Room 108Young Adults ages 22-34 are wel-come to come hang out with us and watch a double feature and eat popcorn!

College: Fun in the SunJuly 20 | 2:00-7:00pm | FREECome to Spring Lake with us and have a great beach day together. Meet and Return: Calvary Church, Entrance D.Monday Men’s BasketballMondays | 7:00-9:00pm | Gym Come play basketball with others who love the game!

UNITED High School SummerSundays | 6:30-7:30pm | Room 208Join us this summer at UNITED as we seek to know the truth about God and the truth about ourselves through our series, “Freedom for the Sons and Daughters!” Summer is also the perfect season to stick around for Overtime at the conclusion of UNIT-ED! You’ve got no homework, so why go home? Instead, stay and enjoy an awesome game with us or catch up with friends. Questions? Contact Josh (jkarhan@calvarygr.org) at ext. 5053.

Middle School 78: Donuts & DevotionsEvery Wednesday 10:30am-12:00pm Gathering Place (Entrance C) Cost: FREE Let’s eat donuts & study the Bible together! During Donuts & Devo-tions we will explore some tools and tips for spending time in God’s Word, will take time to put what we learn into practice, and will gather together to pray and discuss what we experience along the way. Bring your Bible, notebook and pen... Note: We will not be meeting July 3

coming events & announcements

BEYOND SUNDAY MORNINGWe send out a reflection email each Tuesday morning to help you engage with today’s message and apply it to your life all week long. Sign up at mycalvarygr.org.

Isaiah Reading Plan For Week of July 8: Isaiah 60-61, Luke 4:14-30 and Revelation 20

We are glad to have more kids in the worship service this morning!There are baskets with extra note sheets, pipe cleaners and such ateach Sanctuary entrance for your use. Don’t be afraid if you feel like you’re being disruptive, God has you here this morning for a purpose. We love to see families worshiping together. Thanks for being here.

TODAY IS A FAMILY SERVICE

Calvary Around Town: Movie in ParkJuly 12 | 7:00pm | John Collins ParkAre you new to Calvary? We want to get to know you and wel-come you into the community of Calvary Church! Come and watch Mary Poppins Returns with us. This family friendly movie will be shown on an inflatable screen at dusk on the shores of Reeds Lake. Questions? Contact Rebekah (rkennedy@calvarygr.org) at (616) 956-9377, ext. 5095.

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Middle School 56: Waffles & The WordEvery Wednesday 10:30am-12:00pm 108 (Entrance E) | Cost: FREE Join us as we enjoy waffles and then time in the Word! Bring your notebook, pen, and Bible so we can dig into God’s Word together and learn different ways to interact with it!

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