Live in Sun City? You’re invited!
WORSHIP & CONNECT TODAY
8:30 am Adult Life Groups [ ALGs ]
9:45 am Worship Service
“The Antichrist”
Revelation 13
9:45 am Nursery, Preschool, & KidZone
11:15 am Nursery, Children’s Ministry,
Student Ministry, & ALGs
6:00 pm Evening Service
“Engaging the Culture:
Depression”
Pastor Jorge Prado
If you live in Sun City Carolina Lakes, Calvary Church now offers an
Adult Life Connection group just for you!
You can be part of this new group that extends discipleship, fellowship, and community
support right in your own neighborhood. It’s a great way to grow in your faith, serve others,
and enjoy Christian fellowship beyond Sundays. Join us to find out more and get involved!
Adult Life Connection Kick-off | Friday, February 3, 10:00 am
The Lodge at Sun City Carolina Lakes | Meeting Room 2
Come meet the Adult Life Connection leadership team and get to know your Sun City and
Calvary Church neighbors. Pastor Munro will share a special challenge! Contact: Pastor
Nathaniel Pearce, 704.341.5424, [email protected]
Calvary Church Weekly News
A Light for theNations
MI SSI O N S CO N FERENCE 2017 | February 25 – March 5
Calvary welcomes 21 of our missionary families from around the world to the Missions
Conference this year. During conference week, you’ll hear dynamic speakers in our worship
services and Adult Life Groups. Plus, you’ll have many opportunities to meet our missionaries
through a variety of special conference events: calvarychurch.com/missionsconference.
Housing & Dinner Hosts | A terrific way to get to know our missionaries personally is
to serve as a “Housing or Dinner Host” during conference week! We need meal hosts for
missionaries on Monday, Friday, and Saturday evenings. You may provide dinner in your
home or at a restaurant. We also need “pet-free” housing for many missionaries during
conference week. Visit Galleria table 3 today to sign up. Meals Contact: Kelly Biltz, kellybiltz@
me.com // Housing Contact: Lisa Robinson, [email protected]
Ladies’ Missions Luncheon | Tuesday, February 28, 11:00 am –1:00 pm, Crown Room
Missionaries will speak at our women’s Bible studies and then join us for lunch! The program
will feature a panel discussion on the topic, “Let Your Light Shine” moderated by Marilyn
Chambers. Panelists include Heather Yearwood, Liz Howard, Tami Harrington, Andrea Korschot,
and April Cousens. Hallie Allen will provide special music. Cost is $10. Please register in advance
at calvarychurch.com/missionsconference. Contact: Jennifer Sharpless, 704.341.5417,
[email protected]
Calvary to elect leadership today
Calvary’s annual election of elders and deacons will be held this morning at a brief
congregational meeting at the conclusion of the 9:45 am service. Calvary Church members who
are ages 18+ may vote. Ushers will distribute the ballots. No absentee ballots will be accepted;
ballots must be submitted during the election in the Sanctuary. When finalized, results will be
announced to the congregation and posted at calvarychurch.com/election.
Open your heart and home this summer
Calvary HOME Ministry is partnering with New Horizons for Children to offer families
an opportunity to host an orphaned, school-aged child from Latvia or Ukraine for six weeks this
summer. Host family applications and deposits/sponsorships are accepted through April; children
will arrive in June. The estimated cost per child is $2950. Get details at calvarychurch.com/
newhorizons. Contact: Debbie Davis, [email protected]
Hey Coach, we need you!
VOLUNTEER COACHES | How does CHAMP Sports
Outreach teach kids to play sports, reach out to families, and share the
Gospel? It’s through our COACHES! It’s all about a desire to serve the
Lord and make a difference in the lives of CHAMP players and families.
The time commitment is about two to three hours per week — one
weeknight practice and a Saturday game. The spring season runs
February 27 through May 20. Come be part of a great team! Stop by
Galleria table 4 today to meet our staff and register online! Contact:
Kelly Lamb, 704.887.3689, [email protected]
YOUTH LEAGUES | This spring we’re fielding youth soccer (ages 4–18), flag
football (ages 6–15), T-ball (ages 5–6) and coach-pitch baseball (ages 7–8). Most leagues
have one weeknight practice and play a game on Saturday. Register soon!
ADULT BASKETBALL & VOLLEYBALL | These intramural-style leagues
are so much fun! Invite your friends to be on your Men’s Basketball team or Coed Volleyball
team. Open to ages 16+. The seasons runs February 27 through May 5. Basketball games are
played on Mondays and Thursdays; volleyball games are on Fridays.
FITNESS CLASSES | Check out CHAMP group exercise for ages 16+. Weekday
morning classes include a variety of options with moderate cardio and strength training. Improve
your overall balance, energy, and fitness level! Cost is $20 per month for unlimited participation.
Register at champsportsinfo.com
n C A LVA RYC H U RC H .CO M
J A N U A R Y 2 9 , 2 0 17
From the Senior Pastor
Leadership
at Calvary
A
fter the morning worship service
today, there is the congregational
vote on the elder and deacon
candidates. I trust you have
prayerfully considered who you are going to
vote for this morning. All of us are agreed that
leadership is vital for
the nation, the family,
the economy, and
certainly for the Church
of Jesus Christ.
Our Lord Jesus is the
head of the Church
(Colossians 1:18), and
therefore it is essential
John & Gudny Munro
that we follow His
instructions as given in Holy Scripture. Our
conviction from Scripture is that there is to be
a plurality of leaders in the church, and that
the leadership is not from outside of the local
church. Rather the Holy Spirit raises up within
the Body those who not only are qualified to
lead, but have a deep love for the church.
I count it as the highest of privileges to serve
as a leader at Calvary. This is a very weighty
responsibility. Paul writes: “We ask you
brothers, to respect those who labor among
you and are over you in the Lord and admonish
you, and to esteem them very highly in love
because of their work. Be at peace among
yourselves” (1 Thessalonians 5:12–13). n
Are you ready
for membership?
Calvary Membership Course
n Wednesdays, March 8–April 12,
6:30–8:00 pm, Room 232
n Saturdays, March 18 & 25,
9:00 am –12:15 pm, Room 232
At Calvary, we see membership as a significant
spiritual decision. It’s an ongoing commitment
to participate in the life and ministry of our
church family. Led by Senior Pastor John Munro,
the Calvary Membership Course provides a
common foundation for those who wish to
join. We want everyone to understand who
we are, what we believe, and the mission and
vision of our church. Please bring your Bible!
Register now for the upcoming 6–session
class on Wednesdays or the 2–session
class on Saturdays at calvarychurch.com/
membership. Childcare is not available
on Saturdays. Contact: Miriam Aneses,
704.887.3679, [email protected]
High school
Let’s get coffee…
International Coffee House
Internatıonal
COFFEE
HOUSE
Saturday, February 18, 6:00–8:30 pm, CLC 1400
High school students, let’s grab a cup of coffee, sit back, and
enjoy hearing our friends from around the world share their
unique cultural heritage, background, and food traditions.
Let’s celebrate Calvary’s diversity! Cost is $5. Please register
at calvarychurch.com/coffeehouse. Are you willing to
share your testimony? Contact: Pastor Dean Hawkins,
704.341.5327, [email protected]
Make plans for Woodlands Camp
Summer Camp Info Meeting | TODAY, 12:30–1:00 pm, Crown Room
L E A DE R S OF T H E W E E K
Elder Bob Gowdy
704.607.9377
Deacons Mark Furr
704.847.8520
Hugh Grey704.619.8116
PA S T OR OF T H E W E E K
Nathaniel Pearce, 704.626.8625
M I S S IONA R I E S OF T H E W E E K
Doug & Rachel Flaherty serving with
InterVarsity Christian Fellowship at UNCA,
Asheville, NC n calvarychurch.com/
missionaries
Parents, this is your chance to ask questions about Woodlands — join us today!
I N T H E GA L L E R I A T ODAY
Mark your calendar for June 12–16 — that’s our Zone 345 week at Woodlands Camp this
summer! Kids ages 8–11 (currently in grades 2–5) will be challenged with powerful Bible
teaching and have tons of fun with all their favorite camp activities. Cost is $395 for the
traditional Junior Camp or $495 for the more rustic Xtreme Junior Camp. A few open spots
remain! Register with a non-refundable deposit by February 19 at calvarychurch.com/
woodlandscamp. Contact: Sue Ridge, 704.887.3695, [email protected]
@Calvary Ministry Guide
Table 1
CHAMP SportsTable 4
Elder & Deacon Candidate Profiles Table 2B
Missions Conference Hosts
Table 3
Prison CrusadeTable 8
Today’s Message on CD
Table 2A
Widows LuncheonTable 7
College & Young Adults hit the slopes
Winter Retreat | February 17–19, Sugar Mountain Resort New Dates!
We’re heading to “snow country” for a fun weekend of skiing, snowboarding, tubing, and
more! We’ll leave Calvary at 6:00 pm on Friday, February 17 and return Sunday, February 19
around 8:00 pm. We’ve planned a special Bible study time. Cost is $75, plus additional resort
activities charges and some meals. Register calvarychurch.com/ski. Contact: Pastor Khalil
Ayoub, 704.887.3688, [email protected]
Movie shares adoption insight & inspiration
“FIND ME” Movie Night | Friday, February 10, 7:00–9:00 pm, CLC 1400
Calvary HOME Ministry presents “Find Me,” a compelling documentary film that follows the
emotional saga of three families who journey to China to discover the backstory of their adopted
children. Each family learns how adoption also affects the Chinese parents, nannies, and past
caretakers. This free event will be informative and inspirational for families that are interested in
adoption! The film is not appropriate for children under age 6. Childcare will be provided for $5
per child for those preregistered by January 30 at calvarychurch.com/movienight. Contact:
Jennifer Sharpless, 704.341.5417, [email protected]
News & Notes
n Child Dedication Parents who wish to publicly dedicate their children to the Lord
should contact the church office about the upcoming opportunity planned for Sunday morning,
March 26. Contact: Erika Morton, 704.341.5331, [email protected] n career
Workshop Join us for a free Career Ministry workshop on Monday, January 30 at
7:00 pm in room 401 dealing with the popular online networking tool, LinkedIn. Register
at calvarychurch.com/career. n Mark Message Series Did you know that many of
Pastor Munro’s past sermon series are available online? “Following Jesus: The Gospel of
Mark” is now posted — check it out at media.calvarychurch.com. n Baptism Class If
you wish to publicly declare your faith and commitment to Jesus Christ through baptism, please
plan to attend the Baptism Preparation Class on Sunday, February 12, at 5:00 pm in room 401.
The baptism service will be on Sunday, February 19, at 6:00 pm. Register at calvarychurch.com/
baptism. n Widows Luncheon You’re invited to attend the “Inspiring Hope” luncheon
for widows of all ages on Thursday, February 9, at 12:00–2:00 pm in the Crown Room. Cost is
$6; stop by Galleria table 7 for details. Contact: Jennifer Sharpless, 704.341.5417, jsharpless@
calvarychurch.com n Food Pantry We need Calvary members to volunteer in the Calvary
Food Pantry on Mondays and Thursdays. Volunteers help shelve the donated food and pack
the grocery bags we give away to people experiencing a crisis. Contact: Caroline Abernethy,
704.607.9504, [email protected]
F E L L OW S H I P DI N N E R
Join us in the Crown Room, 5:00–6:15 pm
Cost: $7 / adult, $4 / child, $20 max per family
No reservations: purchase ticket at the door
MENU n Wednesday, February 1
Pot roast with gravy, potato wedges, peas &
carrots, rolls, dessert, & beverage
Child’s Meal: Mini burger & fries (or sub apples
& carrot sticks), dessert, & beverage
Salad Entrées: Chef Salad or Veggie Salad
E M P L OY M E N T OPPORT U N I T I E S
CHAMP Sports | Seeking part-time substitute
group fitness instructor for weekday morning
adult exercise classes. Must be certified or
willing to obtain certification. Must be a Calvary
member. Contact: Kelly Lamb, 704.887.3689,
[email protected]
Calvary Child Development Center |
Seeking full-time and part-time staff in the
Infant/Toddler department, and part-time staff in
the Preschool department. Contact: Pat Collins,
704.341.5360, [email protected]
DE E P E S T S Y M PAT H Y T O…
Bryan & Suzanne Knupp and family in the loss
of Suzanne’s brother, Danny, on January 22
The family of Mrs. Dianne Barnes in her
passing on January 20
F OR T H E R E C OR D
General Fund Offering on 1/22 $128,863
General Fund weekly goal
$150,000
U P C O M I NG M E S S AG E S
Senior Pastor John Munro will bring the
messages below, unless otherwise noted:
am “Victory and Judgment”
Feb 5 9:45 Revelation 14
6:00 pm “Engaging the Culture:
Parenting”
Pastor Rodney Navey
Feb 12 9:45 am Pastor Khalil Ayoub
6:00 pm “Engaging the Culture:
Economic Inequality/
Poverty” & Communion
Pastor Khalil Ayoub
am Pastor Rodney Navey
Feb 19 9:45 6:00 pm “Engaging the Culture:
Capital Punishment”
Pastor Nathaniel Pearce
N E W T O C A LVA R Y ? W E L C O M E !
Thank you for choosing to visit Calvary Church today! Please stop by the
Calvary Café following the service this morning. We’d love to meet you, answer
any questions, and give you a small welcome bag. We’re glad you’re here!
Families with children, teens, or special needs — Stop by the Family Welcome
Desk on the first floor near the elevators. We’ll be glad to help you register your
children, get security name tags if needed, and find the appropriate classrooms.
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