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October 2019 Monthly Newsletter
Celebrating the Reformation May we always stand on grace alone, faith alone,
God’s Word alone, and Christ alone.
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From the Pastors
42 They devoted themselves to the apostles’ teaching and to fellowship, to the breaking of
bread and to prayer… 46 Every day they continued to meet together in the temple courts.
They broke bread in their homes and ate together with glad and sincere hearts, 47 praising
God and enjoying the favor of all the people. And the Lord added to their number daily
those who were being saved. -Acts 2:42, 46-47
Our 2019-20 Ministry Year Theme is “Everyday Blessings.” This year, we hope to take
inspiration from the example of the early followers of Jesus, following the helpful acronym,
BLESS. Each month, our newsletter will look at different letter of this acronym to see how it
might help guide our life together in the 21st century.
B - Begin with prayer. L - Listen. E - Eat. S - Serve. S - Share.
This month’s focus is:
B - Begin with prayer. 42 They devoted themselves… to prayer.
Do you pray for your neighbors? The last few months have seen many Bible studies and
sermons on prayer, but we too seldom talk about the important task of praying for others.
Praying for our neighbors is not normal. But few things are a better expression of the selfless
love and concern which Christians are encouraged to demonstrate.
It’s unusual, because praying for your neighbors—for their wellbeing, security, good-
fortune, or happiness—doesn’t get you anything. In fact, the happiness and success of our
neighbors is often a source of anxiety in modern American culture! How many times have
you looked longingly across the fence at a neighbor’s new car, or their new deck, or their
new roof? The desire to “Keep up with the Joneses” truly can make your neighbors’
success and happiness into a bitter thing.
But how would things be different if you regularly prayed for your neighbor? While prayer
may not completely eliminate all jealousy, that neighbor’s new car could become instead
an answer to prayer. Your neighbor’s happiness then is a reason to celebrate with them,
not envy them.
Prayer connects us with our neighbors. It tunes us into their needs and desires, as we learn
those needs and desires and lift them up in prayer. It helps us become more aware of who
they are. This makes us into better neighbors. It makes us better friends.
This month, I’m challenging myself to pray regularly for my neighbors—and not just for the
people who live next to me. I’ll pray for coworkers, the family which sits next to mine in the
restaurant, and for friends. I challenge you and your family to do the same. Let’s invigorate
our prayer life by praying for others. And let’s ask God to bless our relationships with those
people as well. Maybe, just maybe, people will say of us, “They devote themselves to
prayer.”
God’s Peace, Pastor Josh Reifsteck
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Staff Spotlight
Leo Darts
What is your role at Calvary?
Facility Director
What motivates you to give of your time and talent
in this way?
I have a lot of abilities and talents.
What is your favorite thing about serving at
Calvary?
Helping any way I can.
Favorite Book/Verse of the Bible?
Luke 18:1—”Then Jesus told his disciples a
parable to show them that they should always
pray and not give up”.
Favorite Dessert?
Pie
What is one thing that the people of Calvary can
keep in their prayers for your area of ministry?
Pray for the men and women who serve to
make Calvary a better place.
Leslie Huntington
What is your role at Calvary?
Third grade teacher, Extended Care worker
What is your favorite thing about serving at
Calvary?
My favorite thing is being able to share my faith.
Who has been the biggest influence on your faith?
Why?
I really don’t have a specific person. Each person
closest to me has been an influence in one way or
another.
Favorite Book/Verse of the Bible?
Psalm 121
Favorite Dessert?
Most anything chocolate
What is the one thing that the people of Calvary can
keep in their prayers for your area of ministry?
Prayers for the children and their different needs.
Prayers for me to serve them in the best way I can.
Volunteer Focus
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General
Calvary Connect Contemporary Worship
The September Calvary Connect worship service will take place Sunday, October 13th at
10:30 am. Refreshments are provided. All are welcome for this time of worship and
fellowship. Questions or want to help out? Sam Troemel, [email protected] or 317-783-2000.
Congregational Study Begins October 19/20
We’re happy to announce that we’ve selected our 2019 Congregational Study, Vanishing
Grace by Philip Yancey. During the Congregational Study, we encourage the entire
congregation to join together in studying the Scriptures as we explore the topic through
weekly small group Bible studies and our worship services.
Lutherans are grace experts; we talk about grace all the
time. Philip Yancey challenges us to not only talk about
grace, but live it. Through this study, we will—as Hebrews
says—“consider how to stir up one another to love and
good works.”
Study group signups are on-going throughout October,
with the study formally starting Oct. 19th & 20th. If you
don’t see a group which fits your schedule, let us know...
or consider leading one! It’s not too late to sign up to be a
small group leader for Vanishing Grace.
For more information, contact Corina Hendershott,
[email protected] or 317-525-7021.
Save the Date: Breakfast for Jesus! (Dec 7th)
Join our Praising Hands Puppet Ministry for a morning of food, puppets, and crafts to
celebrate the birth of our Savior. Mark your calendar now for this fun family event meant for
all ages (Sat., Dec. 7th from 9:00 a.m.-10:30 a.m.). If you have questions or are interested in
assisting as a volunteer, please contact Sarah Ebert ([email protected] or
815-751-3931).
Second Helpings Outing
Would you like to be one of 10 individuals to experience ”Second Helpings “ with no
calories? On Thurs., Oct 17, from 11:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. volunteer with others from Calvary
for a tour, lunch, and help Second Helpings (a service organization) with food preparation
for those in need. At Second Helpings, 1121 Southeastern Ave, Indianapolis, rescued food
provides hunger relief and culinary job training for many. You will learn about and help
change our community one meal at a time. Sign up for this opportunity or get more
information by emailing Rosie Blazek, [email protected], or calling 317-885-9426. The
opportunity is available to about 10 people at a time so please respond by October 10.
Guidelines for this opportunity will then be forwarded to you. Second Helpings is also being
supported through Calvary’s 52nd Annual Holiday Bazaar Nov 9, 2019.
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OCTOBER IS PASTOR APPRECIATION MONTH
October is when we take time to recognize the love and care that our church ministry
staff show to each of us. Please share with them kind words of thanks, say a prayer, or
send a card. A box will be provided in the narthex to drop a card or note.
Pastor Kurt (& Sarah) Ebert (Senior Pastor), Pastor Josh (& Laura) Reifsteck (Associate
Pastor), Pastor Udhayanesan (& Kalai) Raji (Tamil Indian Church and hospital chaplain),
Sam (& Molly) Troemel (Director of Youth & Family) who is currently going through
pastoral education, and Deaconess Emily (& Tony) Spelde (Adult Ministry).
Members of Calvary Pastor Bob (& Ruth) Armao (Lutheran High teacher and campus
pastor) and Pastor Bill (& Debbie) Yates (Director, Air National Guard Chaplain Corps).
We are also blessed to have Pastor Howard (& Bev) Fabricius (retired), Pastor Harvey
(& Carol) Lange (retired), Pastor Gene (& Betty) Lauterbach (retired), Pastor Ray (& Jan)
Main (retired), Pastor Jim (& Connie) Myers, (retired) and Pastor Art (& Joy) Wehrmeister
(retired) as members of Calvary.
Noodle-Making Workshop
Friday, October 25 3:00pm Come learn how to make homemade noodles and help make oodles of noodles for the
Holiday Bazaar! No experience necessary!
If you have a rolling pin, pizza cutter, pastry mat, bring them along.
We'll meet in the Calvary School Kitchen at 3:00pm and will be done by 6:00pm.
Let Karen Wright know if you are coming so she can have enough ingredients:
[email protected] or 317-903-9917.
Got meds or medical supplies you can’t use? During the month of October Calvary will be collecting meds and medical supplies for
Franklin’s St. Thomas Free Clinic. If you have changed prescriptions and still own
medications you can no longer use, St. Thomas clinic will distribute them to needy
individuals. Please note:
1. Prescription medications need to be less than 1 year old
2. Please leave medication name and “use by” date on containers
3. Narcotic painkillers cannot be accepted
4. Over-the-counter unopened, valid date items are accepted:
antacids, ointments, vitamins, nutritional supplements,
incontinence supplies
5. Used orthopedic braces and splints are also accepted.
For safety reasons, please drop these items off at Calvary's church office, NOT the donation
bins. Thank you for helping others to be healthy. Questions? Nancy Brandt, 317-787-5950.
St. Thomas was very thankful for our June collection that was delivered in July.
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Adult Ministry
Lunch OUT! Wed., Oct. 2nd 11:30am Rise and
Shine! For Adult Ministry’s October outing we’ll
meet at this new restaurant at 6140 Thompson
Road (northeast corner of Arlington Avenue and
Thompson Road, just east of CVS.) Treat yourself to
breakfast or lunch – the large menu includes eggs,
pancakes, etc., plus burgers, salads, wraps, even
tacos! Tables will be saved for Calvary Lutheran. Come join us!
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Lunch & Learn Wednesday, Oct. 16th 11:30am Calvary Narthex
PROGRAM: "Collectors' Roadshow"
PRESENTERS: Attendees are invited to
bring a collectible or
vintage item to "show and
tell."
PROVIDED ENTRÉE: Fried Chicken
WHAT TO BRING: $2 and a dish to share, if you are able.
TIME: 11:30am. Come early for free blood pressure checks!
Compassion Ministry
VINTAGE
TREASURES
Thanksgiving Food Collection
Compassion Ministry will be collecting food again this year for
Thanksgiving baskets. Grocery bags will be available with
suggestions of needed food items. Stop by the Compassion
Ministry table in the narthex after services on October 19 & 20.
Contributions can be placed in the donation bin located in the
narthex. Sorting and distribution will take place on November 17.
You can learn more about the projects of our Compassion Ministry
Team the weekend of October 19 & 20.
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FLIGHT—High School Youth Group
FLIGHT meets Sunday evenings from 5:30-7:00 pm in the youth room.
Events typically include food, Bible study, and an activity. This group is
open to all students currently in grades 9-12.
Join us on October 6th for our small groups kick-off! Contact Sam
Troemel to sign up to be part of a high school small group.
LAUNCH (5th & 6th)
LAUNCH will meet this month on Wednesday, October 23rd from 5:30-7:00 pm.
This event will include a Bible study, snack, and an activity.
SAIL (7th & 8th)
SAIL will meet this month on Wednesday, October 30th from 5:30-7:00 pm.
This event will include a Bible study, snack, and an activity.
Youth Ministry
Pacers Game—Calvary Faith & Family Night
Youth and family night at the Pacers game is coming up on Friday, November 1st! Join us for
the 7:00 pm game against the Cleveland Cavaliers. If we sell 50 tickets, the first 12 youth in
grades 2-8 with tickets will go on the court to watch the team warm-up. Tickets are $25 and
include admission, a Pacers hat, and Chick-Fil-A meal voucher. Note that there is not a
Chick-Fil-A at Banker’s Life Fieldhouse. Ticket forms can be found in the church office and
are due by Friday, October 25th.
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Notable Anniversaries
During 2019-2020 a number of notable anniversaries have been or will be recognized and remembered.
The 75th anniversary of D-Day which began the Normandy Invasion of WW II was remembered this past
June 6th. We thank all those that have and are serving in our Armed Forces helping to keep us safe and
enjoy the freedoms that have come at such a high cost. Just recently we celebrated the 50th
anniversary of the first man on the moon on July 20. “That's one small step for a man, one giant leap for
mankind.” And of course we cannot forget the 100th anniversary of the start of the Chicago Bears.
As we begin this new school year we praise and thank God for the 70th anniversary of Calvary Lutheran
School. We celebrate God’s good gifts as He leads and directs this ministry for generation to generation.
What joy to know that over these 70 years thousands of children and their families along with hundreds of
teachers and staff have shared and heard the saving Word of God. We can only imagine the steps of
all those individuals have taken across the face of the earth proclaiming the Name of God the Father,
God the Son, and God the Holy Spirit in thought, word, and deed. We begin this new year with that
same conviction and heart as we seek to clearly see through the eyes of faith God’s will for our lives.
It is indeed a sincere joy to welcome you to our 70th school year. We are blessed to have the
opportunity to share this year with you and all the learning and growth that will take place. We ask
God’s blessings upon all that enter these doors.
First Quarter Completed
Our first quarter will be completed on Friday, October 4. Report cards will be distributed on Wednesday,
October 9. Parent Teacher conferences are scheduled for Wednesday, 10/9 and Thursday, 10/10 from
4:00-8:00PM. Students in Kindergarten through 8th grade will be dismissed on Friday, 10/11 at 1:00PM.
Please note: Preschool PM 5 year old session will not meet on Friday, 10/11. Preschool Extended Care
sessions will close at 1:00 PM on Friday, October 11. No K-8 Afternoon Extended Care on 10/11.
Fall Break
School will not be in session on Monday, October 14 through Friday, October 18. This fall break matches
one week of Perry Township’s fall break. School will resume on Monday, 10/21.
Bible Quiz
Our Bible Quiz team will be competing in an academic competition at the Lutheran High School of
Indianapolis on Tuesday, October 22. The team has been studying the Old Testament Book of II Samuel.
They will answer questions on this book as they compete with the other Lutheran elementary schools in
the Indianapolis area. We thank Mrs. Faubion for her efforts as Bible Quiz coach. We thank the Lutheran
High School of Indianapolis for sponsoring this event.
Service Hour Program
Many hands have been used in service this school year. Over 1,000 service hours have already been
given in the work of our Lord at Calvary Lutheran Church and School. We thank all for their willingness to
serve as we provide for the needs of others. Many more tasks are needed to be completed. Please stop
by the church or school office to see a list of these service opportunities. Each week this list is emailed
with our Gazette.
SMILE SMILE SMILE—School Pictures
The students of Calvary Lutheran School will have their school photographs taken on Tuesday-
Wednesday, October 1-2. The majority of our students will have their picture taken on Tuesday. Tuesday
will be a non-uniform day allowing the students greater choices for their photographs. Any absentees
from Tuesday will have their pictures taken on Wednesday.
Would you like a copy of our weekly school newsletter?
The Gazette is distributed on Thursdays during the school year. To receive a copy of
the Gazette, please send your request to: [email protected]. A copy
will be emailed to you each Thursday communicating the events and activities of
Calvary Lutheran Church and School.
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TOO GOOD TO BE TRUE?!
God has opened the doors to families who would not have considered Christian education opportunities
within their financial abilities. How are these doors being opened?
Scholarship Grant Organization Program [SGO]
Private and corporate funded mechanisms are in place providing tuition scholarships to qualified
families. All students are eligible for these scholarship grants. The same household income levels are
used for the Indiana vouchers and the scholarship tax credit program. Calvary Lutheran Church and
School has established our own Scholarship Tax Credit fund through The Lutheran SGO of Indiana, Inc.
Why should I consider donating to the Scholarship Grant fund?
Benefit #1: Each year Calvary Lutheran Church and School provided over $30,000.00 in scholarship
money to families unable to pay the entire tuition costs. Donating to the SGO fund has eliminated these
budgeted scholarships.
Benefit #2: All of your donated money comes right back to Calvary Lutheran Church and School.
Benefit #3: Students granted an SGO scholarship in 2019 will have it converted to an CHOICE Scholarship
Indiana voucher for the 2020/21 school year.
Benefit #4: 50% of your corporate or private donation is an Indiana state tax CREDIT. If your state tax
liability is less than your CREDIT, that CREDIT is extended for up to 9 years.
Currently, $65,500.00 is needed to fully fund the 29 scholarship grant applications. Please send in your
donation by December 31.
Please call the school office for further information. You are invited to visit www.lutheranSGO.org for
additional information. Donor forms are available in the school and church offices and on line.
Please prayerfully consider making a special thank and praise offering through the SGO scholarships as
we celebrate the 70th school year of Calvary Lutheran Church and School. Be sure to identify Calvary
Lutheran Church and School as the recipient of your donation.
Calvary Lutheran School News from Principal Rensner
NEWS FROM LUTHERAN HIGH SCHOOL OF INDIANAPOLIS
The Mouse That ROARED – October 4, 5, & 6
What happens when the smallest country in Europe declares war on the United States...and wins?
That is the premise of the Saints on Stage production of The Mouse That ROARED, October 4 & 5 at 7:00
pm and October 6 at 3:00 pm in the Ruth Lilly Auditorium at Lutheran High School. Tickets are $10 adult /
$5 student or senior in advance at www.lhsi.org and increase to $12 adult / $8 student or senior at the
door.
Community Recycling Event – October 5
Save your metal and old documents for recycling! Our business partners, Hanna’s Wrecker, Parts &
Recycling and Allshred Services, will haul away any kind of metal and securely shred documents on
Saturday, October 5, 9:00 am – 12:00 noon. Hanna’s will donate proceeds from the sale of the metal; we
ask $5 per bag or box of paper.
PINK NIGHT – October 8
Join us in raising awareness and funds for breast cancer research on Tuesday, October 8 for PINK NIGHT.
All cancer fighters and survivors will be admitted free to the volleyball matches at LHS (JV starts at 6:00
pm; Varsity follows at 7:00) and will be recognized following the JV match. Proceeds will be given to Pink
Ribbon Connection.
SugarPlum Holiday Fair booths available
Do you have hand-made crafts or other products to sell? Reserve a booth through October
14 for the 7th annual SugarPlum Holiday Fair, Saturday, October 26 at Lutheran High School.
Contact Lori at 219-895-1543 or [email protected], or visit lhsi.org – click on the picture labeled
“SugarPlum Holiday Fair.” Proceeds benefit the fine arts (band, choir, theatre, and art) at
LHS.
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Women in Mission
Extravagant Sharing The Sharing Place of Lutheran Child and Family Services continues to appreciate the
sharing of Calvary members and friends. Our sharing meets so many needs. We’ve helped
fill their shelves with macaroni and cheese. In October please bring toilet paper and paper
towels. Those items cannot be purchased with food stamps. Please continue to support
those in Indianapolis with their needs through EXTRAVAGANT SHARING! Put your donations
of toilet paper and paper towels throughout October on the Extravagant Sharing shelves in
our church narthex. God blesses each of His cheerful givers!
There will be NO Extravagant Sharing collections made in November or December as
Calvary makes many special efforts to meet the needs of others at holiday time.
Ladies’ Saturday Bible Study Sat., October 5, 8:30 a.m. This month’s study will be from the LWML Fall Quarterly and led by Jane Smith. Join us in the
EPIC Library at 8:30 a.m.
Blankets for Babies Our October dates are Thursday, October 10 & 24 from 6:00-8:00 p.m. in the cafe area. Our
mission is to share God's love and care by knitting/crocheting blankets for newborn
babies whose parents are in need of emotional, spiritual and financial support. Our
blankets are donated to the Life Center on Hanna Ave. Fall is a terrific time to start a
project or learn a new skill. We have teachers and free yarn to get you started. All ages
and skill levels welcome. Questions? Call Susan Daniels 317-882-3691
Parish Education
Sunday School Information The new Sunday School year is off to a good start with the first three weeks under our
belts. We have an opening that is from 9:10-9:25 a.m. that begins in the cafeteria with the
children dismissed to the classroom to have the lesson with their teachers. At the end of the
lesson time, the children are returned to the cafeteria to be picked up by their parents. We
started off the new season with Genesis 1 - 'In the beginning...' and are progressing with
various lessons through the Old Testament. We have classes for preschool through 8th
grade and have a place for your child so you can attend a Bible study if you wish. Please
come join us as we learn the wonders that God has done.
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Facilities
Fellowship Ministry We thank our Picnic Patrons for their generous support!
Gold
Jake and Kyle Allen The Birdwell Family Rosie and Bob Blazek
Phil and Jill Borst Emerson House
F.I.S.H. Painting The Lange Family
Paul & Nancy McMichael (in loving memory of Laverne Bernhardt) Bud and Julie Pflug Jim and Ellen Vance
The Vandivier Family The Wurster Family
Anonymous Picnic Patrons (9)
Silver Steve and Laura Currier
The Delk Family Tom and Dawn Schultz
Larry and Judy Stanford Karen Wright
Anonymous Picnic Patrons (8)
Bronze Dan and Jerrlyn Jones
Judy Kirkland Lisa and Joe Pluckebaum
Mabel Schwark Alan and Pat Struss
Anonymous Picnic Patrons (6)
The Facilities Team needs your help from 8:00-11:00 a.m., Saturday,
October 5th. We will be moving metal items from Calvary to
Lutheran High School for recycling. We are in need of trucks or
trailers to move several items: chairs, racks, light fixtures, desks and
other items. Meet in the south parking lot near the barn.
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Stewardship Emphasis
Stewardship Update By Rachel Daeger, Chair, Stewardship Ministry Team
India Mission
Support Calvary’s India Mission during a sending service at 8 am on Sunday, Oct. 6. The mission trip
will last from Oct 10-20. There will be a door offering at all services that weekend to support the
mission team purchase of Bibles, hymnals and scholarships. During a ministry moment you can learn
about the work they will be doing including how you can help students at the Tailoring and Tuition
center with scholarships. Look for a table in the narthex with colorful hand-crafted bangles for sale.
Follow their journey at https://www.facebook.com/TheCalvaryIndiaMission/.
2020 Giving Envelopes
Stewardship is preparing to order giving envelopes for next year. If you are primarily making
contributions online and do not want envelopes please let us know at [email protected]. If you
did not receive envelopes this year but would like envelopes please let us know that too at
[email protected]. This is also a good time to make sure the church office has your current
address, phone number and email address. Call the office at 317-783-2000 or email
Calvary supports Habitat for Humanity
Thank you to the 12 volunteers from Calvary who worked at our Habitat
day on August 28. The home at 5025 W. Minnesota was dedicated in
September.
Picnic reaches Patron goal
Thank you to the Picnic Patrons that supported the food costs of Calvary’s annual outdoor service
and picnic lunch. Having the event catered means volunteers do not need to cook but can enjoy
the day with their families.
Thrivent supporting Financial Peace courses
Thank you to Thrivent for an Action Team grant that is supporting the
supplies needed for the Financial Peace class being led by Gene
Jend, Josh and Renee Finke with Chris and Kara Hiatt. Prayers for the
12 class participants as they learn about handling their finances with
biblical principles.
Setting up an automatic donation to Calvary
Your contributions to Calvary can be deducted on a regular basis by setting up an account
through Calvary’s website. Go to https://www.clcs.org/giving/ to indicate the amount and
frequency of your donation. You will have full control over the frequency and amount of each
donation if desired. If you need assistance in creating your online account or designating the funds
you’d like support in addition to weekly envelopes please contact Stewardship at
Calvary also has a mobile app to make giving convenient from Apple and Android devices.
Download the GivePlus app, enter zip code 46227, and select Calvary Lutheran Church & School.
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Save the Date
Calvary’s 52nd Annual Holiday Bazaar “Joy to the
World”
Saturday, November 9, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.
You can find details at clcs.org/bazaar.
Preview Weekends
October 26-27 Ministry Team Baskets
Silent Auction Preview
Check out some of this year's Silent Auction donations online! You can find the bazaar
page on the Calvary website at clcs.org/bazaar. There are 3 tabs of information (You may
need to scroll down.): Event Details, Silent Auction Items, and Gift Certificates. View some
of the items for bidding from the Silent Auction Items tab. Please note, this is only a sample.
There will be many more items available for bidding the day of the Bazaar. The Gift
Certificates tab includes gift certificate and coupon values that will be available for
bidding as well.
Save Vendor Space
Are you crafty or know someone who is? Applications now being accepted for vendors for
Calvary’s 52nd annual bazaar on November 9th. Details and application can be found in
the cafe area near the south entrance of the church. You may email Angie Ransdell
([email protected]) or give her the paperwork. Space is limited.
Save Your Time
The Holiday Bazaar needs a lot of volunteers. Helpers needed before, during and after
November 9. Time commitments vary and some tasks can be as simple as making phone
calls. You can find sign up sheets on the Women in Missions table in the south narthex. You
can also email Jan Main ([email protected]).
Save (& Share) Your Treasures
Do you have an auction item? Are you willing to donate a service? Can you ask the
company you work for to donate items and/or services? You can help make this year’s
SILENT AUCTION a great success! Pick up a donation form at the Women in Missions table in
the south narthex and return to the church office. We must have the items by Oct 20.
Save things to be sold in The Attic. Since space to store attic items is limited at Calvary,
PLEASE bring your PRICED donations Friday, Nov. 8th from 3:30-7:00 pm or Saturday, Nov. 9th
from 7:30-9:00 am. If that is not convenient for you, please ask someone to bring them to
Calvary at that time. (Please no clothing, large appliances or building materials.)
Support These Worthy Causes
Proceeds from this year’s bazaar will benefit Mike Rowe Foundation (Provides Work Ethic
Scholarships to help people get trained for skilled jobs that are in demand.), Second
Helpings (Rescues unused food from restaurants, retailers, and wholesalers and delivers
nutritious meals to social service agencies. The Culinary Job Training program trains
disadvantaged adults for careers in the food service industry), and Calvary Lutheran
Church and School (New folding chairs/racks and speakers for the gym to enhance
worship, fellowship, and school activities).
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Operation Christmas Child
Operation Christmas Child from Samaritan's Purse is a project that brings the Good
News of Jesus Christ to impoverished children in more than 100 countries through
gift-filled, shoe-box-sized Christmas boxes. Calvary's Older Adult Ministry is pleased to
be teaming up with CLS students again this year to support this worthwhile ministry.
Donations of small gifts to go inside these boxes are needed. Suggestions for gift
donations can be found below. The boxes are now furnished by Samaritan's Purse,
so shoe boxes are not needed. Please help us reach our goal of 185 boxes.
The boxes will be packed Thursday morning, November 21. Each student in Grades
K-4 will fill a box with gifts and an “All About Me” page with the assistance of an
older adult. Samaritan's Purse will add Christian materials to each box. Please bring your donations to the church by Sunday, November 17 and leave them in the bin in
the Narthex. More information about Operation Christmas Child can be found at
www.samaritanspurse.org. Questions? Sarah Cunningham, 317-881-2723 or
317-289-4156. GIFT SUGGESTIONS
TOYS – small cars, balls, dolls, stuffed animals, kazoos, harmonicas, yo-yos, jump
ropes, small Etch A Sketch®, toys that light up or make noise (with extra batteries),
Slinky®, etc.
SCHOOL SUPPLIES – pens, pencils and sharpener, crayons or markers, writing pads or
paper, solar calculators, coloring and picture books, etc.
NON – LIQUID HYGIENE ITEMS – toothbrush, comb, washcloth, and bar soap.
OTHER –T-shirts, socks, ball caps; sunglasses, hair clips, toy jewelry, watches, and
flashlights (with extra batteries)
Remember: Items must fit in a shoebox. Do NOT include
candy, toothpaste, gum, used or damaged items,
war-related items, seeds, food, liquids or lotions,
medications or vitamins, breakable items, glass
containers or aerosol cans.
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Worship Anew
Lutheran Ministries Media, Inc.
Toll-Free: (888) 286-8002 www.worshipanew.org Sunday 10:00 AM - WHMB-TV 40 Sunday 11:30 AM - Direct TV Channel 377
October 2019
October 6, 2019 – Seventeenth Sunday after Pentecost
Psalm 62; 2 Timothy 1:1-14; Luke 17:1-10
“Spirit of Power” - Sermon Text: 2 Timothy 1:1-14 - Rev. Bill Mueller
God always gives what God’s people always need at the time it is always most effective.
The Apostle Paul reminds us that God has not given us a spirit of timidity but the Spirit of
Power. What does this mean? While it doesn’t mean we can leap tall buildings, it does
mean God does not desert us in the midst of extreme challenges. In fact, He is with us to
grow us in faith in Jesus.
October 13, 2019 – Eighteenth Sunday after Pentecost
Psalm 111; 2 Timothy 2:1-10; Luke 17:11-19
“I’m Grateful” - Sermon Text: Luke 17:11-19 - Rev. Dr. Thomas Ahlersmeyer
“I’m Grateful” not only is the appropriate response all the blessings of body and soul given
to us by our great God, but it also has the power to change the lives of those around us
and even shape the world in which we live. An attitude of “I’m Grateful” is a gift from God
in response to the gifts of God, especially the “inexpressible Gift” of our Lord and Savior
Jesus Christ.
October 20, 2019 – Nineteenth Sunday after Pentecost
Psalm 121; 2 Timothy 3:14-17; Luke 18:1-8
“Total Protection” - Sermon Text: Psalm 121 - Rev. Dr. Walter Maier III
We live in a dangerous world. But Psalm 121 assures us that we have total protection from
God. The good news is that God guards us in all aspects of our life.
October 27, 2019 – Twentieth Sunday after Pentecost *Reformation Observed
Psalm 46; Romans 3:19-28; John 8:31-36
“Trust in Jesus” - Sermon Text: John 8:31 - Rev. Dr. Lawrence Rast, Jr.
The Reformation was a miracle done purely by God’s grace, which returned the church’s
focus to faith in Jesus Christ. Today the church is struggling in the United States with
continuing decline. But that is nothing new, as John 8:31-26 shows us.
The basic message has been the same yesterday, today, and into
the future: Trust in Jesus.
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