See pages 10 for details

See inside for 40 Days amp Growth Group Information

6

At the

Trunk or TreatmdashOctober 27

Feast is back

Groups begin Wednesday October 3

diams 600 pm Catered Meal diams 700 pm Adult Youth amp

Childrenrsquos Groups

2

Calvary Evangelical Lutheran Church Staff ldquoOne Church Two Locationsrdquo

(248) 625-3288 Fax (248) 625-3625 6805 Bluegrass Drive Clarkston MI 48346 9101 Highland Road White Lake MI 48386

Jonathan Heierman Sr Pastor Home phone 248-620-2105

E-mail Jheiermancalvary-lutheranorg or Jheiermanaolcom

Pastor Ken Fouty Mission Developer amp Youth Pastor Ext 206 E-Mail Kfoutycalvary-lutheranorg

Susan Batchik Administrative Receptionist Ext 201

Dianne Bretz Director of Operations Ext 204 E-Mail mkdbretzcomcastnet

Daphne DeMaris Clinical Pastoral Counselor Ext 408 daphnelpcgmailcom

Jill Chaffee Administrative Asst amp Bookkeeper

Matt Fuhrman White Lake Worship Leader matthewmcfenterprisenet

Position Available Nursery Coordinator Ext 218

Martha Gordon Wedding Coordinator

Debbie Heierman Director of Spiritual Development Ext 212 E-Mail Dheiermanaolcom

Terri Miller Director of Childrenrsquos Ministry amp Special Friends Inclusion Ministry Ext 207 E-Mail Tmillercalvary-lutheranorg

Deborah Robitaille Administrator amp Youth Program Coordinator Ext 200 E-Mail DeborahRobitaillemsncom

Don Rochford Custodian

James Rochford White Lake Custodian

Keith Van Goor Director of Music Ministry Ext 213 E-Mail Calvarykeithgmailcom

Robert Walters Pastor Emeritus

Cindy Dixon Faith Community Nursing Ext 409 E-Mail cddixoncomcastnet

Lois Keel Calvary Library Ext 214

Church Website wwwcalvaryinfoorg Church Email goodnewscalvary-lutheranorg

unpaid staff The November Newsletter deadline is October 19 2012

Weekly Schedule

Clarkston Sunday Worship Schedule bull 815 am Traditional worship

bull 915 am PraiseLandPraiseTown Middle amp High School Youth

bull 930 am Blended Worship

bull 1045 am PraiseLandPraiseTown 6-9 Grade Youth

bull 1100 am Contemporary Worship

White Lake Saturday Evening Worship Schedule

bull 600 pm Worship bull 600 pm Children amp Youth

Wednesday Evenings at

Clarkston Campus

bull 600 pm Mid-Week Meal

bull 700 pm Adult Growth Groups

bull 700 pm Kids Own Worship

bull 700 pm Youth Groups

bull 700 pm Adoration Choir

3

Get ready to take a step along our new SPIRITUAL GROWTH PATHWAY

Each year during our fall 40 Days Journey we come back together after summer to share a powerful experience of spiritual growth and to focus on our purpose and mission as individuals and as a congregation We launched this important Calvary tradition 10 years ago with the powerful 40 Days of Purpose Now a decade later there is not a week that goes by that someone does not mention to me how that journey or one of those we have taken since has changed their life and brought them closer to Jesus Walk the Talk in which we will explore together Calvarys new Spiritual Growth Pathway will be our 10th Annual 40 Days journey together Through powerful worship celebrations and high-impact messages Growth Group experiences Bible memory verses a prayer emphasis intentional focus on hospitality and a congregation-wide mission service day on November 11 we will each have an opportunity to come as we really are to learn and grow This year the Growth Groups will not all be the same This will encourage each of us to assess where we are today on the Spiritual Growth Pathway and uniquely experience taking a step that will help us to grow spiritually So you will notice that we are offering a variety of groups classes and other experiences geared to help us walk the various steps along The Pathway As a reminder the 4 Pathway steps are Enter Engage Equip and Extend I know that you want to grow spiritually to walk closer with Jesus and to live out your God-given purpose fully so

I encourage and challenge you to not just think about it or talk about it

but to WALK THE TALK with me this fall

WALK THE TALK 10th Annual Fall 40 Days Spiritual Growth Journey

In light of all this herersquos what I want you to do I want you to get out there and walkmdashbetter yet runmdashon the road God called you to travel I donrsquot want any of you sit-ting around on your hands I donrsquot want anyone strolling off down some path that goes nowhere Ephesians 41 Msg

ICalvary to say YES to this 40 Days Journey and to commit to participate in seven life-

transforming ways

1 Become part of a 40 Days Growth Group ndash or start one yourself

Growth Groups will be meeting throughout the week at our Clarkston campus as well as in homes ndash go online at wwwcalvaryinfoorg or see the complete list in the Welcome Center at either campus These groups will meet for just 6 weeks with an option to meet for a week or two more to serve others and just have some fun together

2 Try to hear all 7 ldquoWalk the Talkrdquo weekend messages ndash Sept 30 to Nov 11 at both White Lake and Clarkston campuses

3 Learn the weekly Bible memory verses

4 Share Godrsquos love in community service Sun Nov 11

5 Pray daily for Godrsquos mission amp growth at Calvary

6 Share three minutes of welcoming hospitality with someone new Before or after weekend worship spend at least 2-3 minutes connecting with someone new or that you donrsquot know well Offer words of welcome offer to help in some way or just smile and offer words of encourage ment so that a ldquostranger can become a friendrdquo

7 Read and reflect on daily Bible readings re- lated to the Spiritual Growth Pathway the ldquo4 Ersquosrdquo and ldquowalking the talkrdquo

May the Master take you by the hand and lead you

along the path of Godrsquos love and Christrsquos endurance 2 Thessalonians 35 Msg

4

WT1 mdash DISCOVER CALVARY PART A

For those who are considering membership or just want to know more about Calvary and the Christian faith Anyone is welcome to attend Lunch provided and childcare avail able

Sat Sept 29 ONLY 9AMmdash2PM Pastor Jonathan amp Melinda Moran

WT2 mdash CONNECT

If you are a newer Calvary member or friend or not-so-new but find you still donrsquot feel connected in this group is probably for you Comfortable simple and real A great opportunity to make some lasting friends Wed FEAST 7PM Bill amp Jayne Bannister WT3 mdash 20 SOMETHING YOUNG ADULTS

A group for adults in their 20rsquosmdashmarried and singlemdashwho want to meet others in the same life phase to worship grow and have fun with Study material TBD for this fall Wed FEAST 7PM Matt Fuhrman WT4 mdash DISCOVER CALVARY PART B

Second part of DISCOVER CALVARY Learn the 6 Faith Practices of discipleship Bible study prayer community worship giving spiritual relationships and serving Note that both PARTS A amp B must be completed before becoming a Calvary member Anyone is welcome to attend Same class two options for meeting times Sun 930AM Wed FEAST 7PM Debbie Heierman amp Pastor Jonathan amp Melinda Moran Melinda Moran

5

WT5mdash INTRODUCTION TO THE SPIRITUAL GROWTH PATHWAY

A great group to join this fall if you have still have a lot of questions about Calvaryrsquos new Spiritual Growth Pathway What is it Am I already on it Is it really worth my time Where do I fit Is the Pathway here to stay

Sun1030AM Clark Harris and Chris Cortez

Wed 10AM Wed FEAST 7PM Pastor Jonathan Carol Martus

WT6 mdash BIBLE STUDY 101

Do you find the Bible so overwhelming you avoid opening it yet are sometimes embar rassed you donrsquot know more Do your kids seem to know more than you do Meet others in the same boat and be gently guided through the basics with both prayer and good humor

Wed FEAST 7PM Debbie Heierman WT7 mdash WOMENrsquoS FRIENDSHIP amp STUDY GROUP

Come grow with us as we read the Bible together and discuss topics women both want and need to talk about Friendship guaranteed

Tues 1230mdash2PM Dianne Bretz WT8 mdash THE PURPOSE DRIVEN LIFE

Using Pastor Rick Warrenrsquos bestselling book you will be compelled by truth motivated to change and inspired to obtain unparalleled spiritual growth A Calvary basic that will help you better understand our language and culture

WT9 mdash CALVARY CONNECTIONS

Social planning group with the mission to provide opportunities for Calvary members and friends to get to know one another better through fun fellowship events

WT10 mdash PRAYERmdashDOES IT MAKE ANY DIFFERENCE

The most challenging and perplexing yet deeply rewarding aspect of our relationship with God is prayer But what is prayer And if God already knows all how can it matter What can it change Search for real answers with the help of Philip Yanceyrsquos book and teaching

Tues 715PMmdashVan Goorrsquos home 4060 Cross Rd Annie Van Goor

6

WT11 mdash DISCOVERING GODrsquoS VISION FOR YOUR LIFE YOU AND YOUR SPIRITUAL GIFTS

Discover your spiritual gifts while exploring your lifersquos purpose learn to understand your Christian DNA and plug into Godrsquos amazing powermdashhow the Holy Spirit desires to live through you to reach and serve others A life-changing Calvary basic everyone should experience

Sun 4mdash6PM Debbie Heierman

WT12 mdash SHAPE

Spiritual Gifts Heart Abilities Personality and Experiencesmdashtogether these form your SHAPE for ministry Grow in your understanding of how you have been uniquely designed by God for specific joy-filled service and purpose Helpful to have taken Discovering Godrsquos Vision for Your Life You and Your Spiritual Gifts prior

Wed FEAST 7PM Christy van Solkema amp Deborah Herdman WT13 mdash BECOMING AN EFFECTIVE FACILITATOR

Learn how to (1) build community in your family small group of office setting (2) use group facilitation skills (3) become comfortable praying out loud in a groupfamily setting (4) understand yourself better as a leader and (5) learn which Biblical character models your leadership style Part of Calvaryrsquos ldquoEquipping Effective Leadersrdquo series

Wed FEAST 645PM Marty Chaffee WT14 mdash WHITE LAKE MISSION DEVELOPMENT

Join us as we explore the vision and mission for our White Lake campus through the lens of Calvarys DNA What does it look like to Know Christ and Make Christ Known through the resources God has blessed us with How can we best invite the White Lake community into the Calvary community that seeks to impact the world with the story of Christ to live Better Together

Wed FEAST 7PM Pastor Ken WT15 mdash COMMUNITY IMPACT PLANNING TEAM

On Nov 11 we will culminate our 40DAYS journey with a Community Impact Service Day in which we hope to involve hundreds in serving This team stems from the 2011 Holy Land Pilgrimage whose lives have been transformed to make a difference in the world Gather at the Heiermanrsquos (6279 Lake Waldon Dr) for a weekly meal together to think and plan and execute this churchwide service day

Sun 530PM Pastor Jonathan

7

ACTION STEPS

Worship Baptism Discover Calvary Parts A amp B Join ldquoConnectrdquo or other entry level Growth Group

LIVE AMONG GODrsquoS FAITHFUL PEOPLE AT CALVARY

John 139 - Jesus invites us to lsquocome and seersquo

Come as you really arehellipdiscover Godrsquos grace and learn about the church

Learn the 5 Biblical Purposes worship fellowship discipleship ministry Mission Connect to God through Godrsquos people get involved

Become a part of the Body of Christ at Calvary through Baptism or Affirmation of Baptism Membership

ACTION STEPS

Mission trip participation (behind the scene or front line) Serve on a mission team Develop personal mission statement and faith story to share (classes)

SERVING OTHERS AND FOLLOWING THE EXAMPLE OF OUR LORD JESUS IN THE WORLD

Acts 18 amp Matt 514-16 - The call to go share Godrsquos love and be light to the world

Share your faith experiences with and knowledge of Christ

Pursue your God-given purpose

Live like Jesus 247 Reach out to the worldcultivate your personal mission beyond the church

ACTION STEPS

Regular worship Prayer class Bible study or other Growth Group ldquoPurpose Driven

Liferdquo Group

Serve on a ministry team

HEAR GODrsquoS WORD AND SHARE THE LORDrsquoS SUPPER

Matt 724 - Building life on the foundation of Godrsquos love

Develop a personal relationship with God through Jesus Christ

Grow in the 5 Biblical Purposes

Learn and embrace the 6 Faith Practices of Discipleship Bible study prayer community worship giving spiritual relationships serving

ACTION STEPS

Equip Classes

Spiritual Gifts SHAPE Facilitation Leadership

________

Explore new areas of service

Discover your Spiritual Gifts and find meaningful joy-filled ways to serve

Discover your unique SHAPE for ministry the combination of your spiritual gifts heart (passions) abilities personality and experiences

Become who God created you to be

LIVE AND PROCLAIM THE GOOD NEWS OF GOD IN CHRIST THROUGH WORD AND DEED

1 Cor 127 - Each person using the gifts of the Holy Spirit for the good of all

version 912

8

9

10

October Newsletter 2012

4th 5th 6th Preteens

Friday October 19 Operation Christmas

Child Project Popcorn amp Movie Night 630‐930 PM Bring friends

Kidrsquos Ministry is more than exited to present our PraiseLand 3 year old preschoolers with their very own Bibles Children will receive their new Bible in ldquobig churchrdquo on Sun‐day October 7 939 amp 1100 ser‐vices All of our preschoolers will be singing their song called the B‐I‐B‐L‐E Donrsquot this special milestone event

TRUNK or TREAT HARVEST FEST

Saturday October 27 2012

700 pm

Friends amp Families are invited to decorate the trunk of their vehicle for our Halloween Harvest Fest Sign Up in the Worship Center

Refreshments Treats Prizes Games Bonfire amp Community Garden Celebration

Mid-week Wednesday Evenings

4 years oldmdash5th Grade

Dinner 6 PM Worship 645 PM Kids Stuff 7-8 PM Nursery Available

Halloween Wednesday

October 24 Itrsquos costume night

Job OPENING Nursery care Provider Staff Position 13-20 hours per month Applications in nursery Must be at least 18 years old

Gift Bible Sunday

11

Grief Support Wintrsquos Healing Hearts Grief Support Group for all ages for those who have recently lost a loved one will be held Tuesday October 9 2012 at 7pm The topic of this monthrsquos meeting is ldquoGrieving as a Familyrdquo The meeting will be led by Bereavement Counselor Linda Whiting LPC NCC Meeting location is at the Carriage House in Clintonwood Park on Clarkston Road Clarkston No registration is necessary (walk-in) free of charge Call (248-625-5231) or email wintfuneralhomeaolcom with questions

American Red Cross Emergency Blood Supply

Thank you to everyone who donated their time and blood for our September blood drive Thanks to you we have the potential to help 62 people in need of our life giving blood Jesus gave all of his blood to save us and we will have opportunity to give some of ours to save someone else Please plan to donate at our next drive on Monday January 21 from 1-7pm Yes you can sign up now Contact Deborah Robitaille at (248) 625-3288 and letrsquos get our calendarrsquos booked now so we donrsquot let this opportunity pass us by

Community Garden To date our team has already harvested and donated nearly 2000 pounds of fresh produce to the Open Door Outreach Center to feed the hungry in our community As we prepare for the fall close of the garden and plan for next year there is still a need for volunteers in this ministry Contact coordinator Beth Burnett at (734) 516-9144

Fall Greetings What a joy it is to be a part of the upcoming festivi-ties here at Calvary Confirmation is well under way and we are so blessed this year to have the largest confirmation group ever at Calvary We are at 55 and still growing God is Good We have a great year planned for the faith formation of our young people here at Calvary Another fun event I always look forward to in the Fall is our youth night at the Haunted Corn maze This is coming up soon so please make sure to mark it on your calendar One of the elements of youth ministry wersquore imple-menting this year in youth ministry is the Faith 5 The Faith 5 are Share your highs amp lows Read Godrsquos Word Talk about what yoursquove heard in the Word Pray with each other and Bless one another I invite everyone at Calvary to join our youth this year as they practice the Faith 5

Finally another event I look forward to every year is our annual Trunk-R-Treat and Fall harvest Fest This year wersquove challenged folks to step it up a bit We hope we have even more cars and that this year the youth really outdo themselves We will have a great night of fun fellowship and food so please sign-up to decorate a car Part of this event is a celebration of the bountiful harvest we have been blessed with in our community garden minis-try This year despite the drought and intense heat bugs and critters we will deliver over 2000 pounds of fresh produce grown right here at our White Lake campus Praise be to God I want to thank all of those who have put in the blood sweat and tears this season Without your dedication and hard work to make this yearrsquos harvest one that im-pacts so many lives this wouldnrsquot have been the success it has Thank you so much

12

Youth Pastor Ken Fouty Youth Program Coordinator Deborah Robitaille

Youth Ministry Need We are still praying and trusting God for a leader for our 6th amp 7th graders are 11am on Sunday mornings This is a perfect group if you are a new or prospective youth leader and want to find a place to connect in This is a smaller group of kids with a large capacity for fun Material and training are provided along with a training mentor If you have been considering youth ministry and are interested in talking about this please let us know This is also a ministry area that could be shared by 2 people to accommodate your schedule Staff Contact Deborah Robitaille

Important Upcoming Dates Grades 6-12 Unless Otherwise Indicated

bull October 26 Haunted Corn Maze bull October 27 Trunk or Treat bull October 28 Rite of Confirmation (10th

Grade) bull December 27-30 The Gathering (Grades

9-12) bull January 18-20 Confirmation amp Senior

High Winter Retreat (Grades 8-12)

Adopt A Highway Service Project As we end another season of our AAH project we would like to thank Cheryl Rajala for heading up this team Cheryl has dedicated herself to the organization of this project for many years and we appreciate her passion for serving in the community Be sure to look for our 2013 pick up date in the Spring Thanks to Shawn Dunn Pastor Jonathan Andy Rajala amp Kyle Konzer for their help with our fall pickup

Haunted Corn Maze Friday October 26 we will meet at our Clarkston Campus at 700 pm where we will have a pizza din-ner and then head out to the haunted corn maze At newsletter print time the local corn maze had not opened so location and price will be published soon on our website and in the weekly Happenings Grades 6-college are welcome We will need parents to drive and to help with food Sign up on the youth bulletin board at the Clarkston Campus or contact Deborah Robitaille

Trunk or Treat Youth familiesmdashplease consider decorating a trunk to participate in Trunk or Treat at our White Lake Campus on October 27 at 700 pm This is a very fun family event that is also a service project for our teens to serve the community Be thinking about YOUR possibly prize winning car deacutecor See if you can be the family to beat Pastor Ken and Deborah this year

13

CONFIRMATION 2012shy13 We are thrilled to be starting the 2012‐13 year with the biggest Confirmation class in Calvaryrsquos history We cur‐rently have 56 studentsItrsquos going to be a great year If you havenrsquotenrolled your 8thor 9th grader in the pro‐gram itrsquos not too lateWersquod love to have them join us Please contact me and wersquoll take care of the registration process Parents please remember to check your emails regularly for communications from the Confirmation team You can also stay connected by clicking on the Youth tab on calvaryinfoorg and joining Calvary Connecting Point amp generationCalvary on Facebook Watch for permission slips and registration details for the upcoming events The Gathering ndash Radisson Lansing 1227‐1230 Winter Retreat ndash Camp Michi‐Lu‐Ca l18‐121 Motown Mission ndash Detroit MI 331‐406 I look forward serving in this exciting ministry with your family As always contact me or Pastor Kenif you have any questions Susan Batchik Confirmation Program Coordinator birdlandmiyahoocom 248‐625‐3288 ext 201

Upcoming Confirmation Dates

8thshy9th Grade Oct 14 Family Covenant Ceremony 1100 worship Class 1215shy300 Oct 27 Servant amp Fellowship Event Trunk R Treat shy White LakeCampus Oct 28 Attend Rite of Confirmation 1100 worship Class 1215shy300 Nov 04 Rewind 900shy1100 10th Grade Oct 7 Mini Retreat 1100shy300 Oct 21Confirmation Rehearsal ampFamily Potluck 600shy800 Oct 28 RITE OF CONFIRMATION 1100 worship Reception following Please remember to complete writing your faith story and memorize the Apostlesrsquo Creed

14

August 2012 Church Council Highlights

August 20 2012 diams Council continued book discussion of ldquoAlmost Christianrdquo by Kendra Creasy Dean with a focus on

chapter 7 diams Review amp accept July Council minutes diams Review amp accept July amp YTD financial reports July offering revenues continue to be below the

2012 spending plan expectations thus continue the same YTD trend we have been experienc-ing Discussion about possible year end shortfall

diams 2012 goals and priorities of working groups Leadership development and training ahs been deferred to next year Multisite ministry and site master plan development will continue this fall

diams The staff position of Spiritual Growth Pathway Coordinator has been posted diams SOVA food pantry update diams Review of Carver Governance policy diams We will review Covenant of Racial Reconciliation of the Southeast Michigan Synod next month diams Update on building repairsmdashnew air conditioning until has been installed in Clarkston Flat roof

areas in Clarkston are leaking Estimates are forthcoming Carpet repair estimates for Clark-ston are also forthcoming

diams Walk the Talk Spiritual Growth Pathway materials are in development diams Gift Sunday is November 18 We are currently recruiting volunteers for the Stewardship Team diams Prayer requests diams Prayer

Dear Calvary friends Your prayers and concern have sustained me through my trials over the recent months I have been hospitalized several times and been in physical and occupational therapy at the hospital and a residential rehabilitation center Irsquove had several fingers amputated a systemic infection and a Multiple Sclerosis episode which has led to my inability to walk With therapy determina-tion and Godrsquos fortitude I hope and pray that I will be able to walk again I also hope to regain use of my hands and to retrain my remaining fin-gers I say lsquoI hopersquo but use the term loosely My prayers have turned from lsquohopingrsquo that God will change my situation to imploring Him to grant me the grace faith and endurance to accept my situation as is I strive to find God in unexpected ways and places and to serve him whenever

however and wherever He leads Yoursquove been faithful in visiting me sending notes of love and support to Jeff and me and providing gifts of food meals and snacks This has been a blessing to us as you have generously shared Godrsquos love with us Thank you Presently Irsquom home and enjoying Godrsquos creation in the change of season and of course celebrat-ing our beautiful new-born twin grand daughters Verona and Norah now 2 months old and flour-ishing I pray that Irsquoll be able to be among you again soon I miss you and being among the fellow-ship of all believers You are very dear to me and I thank God for your continued care and con-cern for my family and me In Christian love Gayle Buschur

15

August

Statistics

FAITH GIVING August

General Fund August Giving $ 52844

(Disbursements-August) $ (63340) Year to Date Giving $ 425317 (Disbursements-YTD) $ (523623)

GENERATION TO GENERATION FUND GIVING TOTAL

$1268039

Average WEEKLY Aug Worship Attendance 2010 391 2011 344 2012 345 Average Weekly Attendance YEAR TO DATE 2010 420 2011 427 2012 405

BAPTIZED IN CHRISTrsquoS CHURCH 4 Anthony Jeremy Latozas Alaina Kay Zilka Janie Diane Zilka Madisen Elizabeth Zilka

JOINED IN CHRISTIAN MARRIAGE 1 Jessica Louise Page amp Adam Michael Kliebert

CHRISTIAN FUNERAL WORSHIP 2 Mary Ison Jenny Bannister

JOINED IN MEMBERSHIP 0

Average WEEKLY Aug Sunday School Attendance 2010 na 2011 na 2012 na Average Weekly Sunday School YEAR TO DATE 2010 140 2011 123 2012 85

Average WEEKLY Aug Feast Attendance 2010 120 2011 80 2012 92 Average Weekly FEAST YEAR TO DATE 2010 65 2011 50 2012 65

Average WEEKLY Aug Growth Group Attendance 2010 na 2011 na 2012 na Average Weekly Growth Group YEAR TO DATE 2010 116 2011 72 2012 75

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Calvary Evangelical Lutheran Church Staff ldquoOne Church Two Locationsrdquo

(248) 625-3288 Fax (248) 625-3625 6805 Bluegrass Drive Clarkston MI 48346 9101 Highland Road White Lake MI 48386

Jonathan Heierman Sr Pastor Home phone 248-620-2105

E-mail Jheiermancalvary-lutheranorg or Jheiermanaolcom

Pastor Ken Fouty Mission Developer amp Youth Pastor Ext 206 E-Mail Kfoutycalvary-lutheranorg

Susan Batchik Administrative Receptionist Ext 201

Dianne Bretz Director of Operations Ext 204 E-Mail mkdbretzcomcastnet

Daphne DeMaris Clinical Pastoral Counselor Ext 408 daphnelpcgmailcom

Jill Chaffee Administrative Asst amp Bookkeeper

Matt Fuhrman White Lake Worship Leader matthewmcfenterprisenet

Position Available Nursery Coordinator Ext 218

Martha Gordon Wedding Coordinator

Debbie Heierman Director of Spiritual Development Ext 212 E-Mail Dheiermanaolcom

Terri Miller Director of Childrenrsquos Ministry amp Special Friends Inclusion Ministry Ext 207 E-Mail Tmillercalvary-lutheranorg

Deborah Robitaille Administrator amp Youth Program Coordinator Ext 200 E-Mail DeborahRobitaillemsncom

Don Rochford Custodian

James Rochford White Lake Custodian

Keith Van Goor Director of Music Ministry Ext 213 E-Mail Calvarykeithgmailcom

Robert Walters Pastor Emeritus

Cindy Dixon Faith Community Nursing Ext 409 E-Mail cddixoncomcastnet

Lois Keel Calvary Library Ext 214

Church Website wwwcalvaryinfoorg Church Email goodnewscalvary-lutheranorg

unpaid staff The November Newsletter deadline is October 19 2012

Weekly Schedule

Clarkston Sunday Worship Schedule bull 815 am Traditional worship

bull 915 am PraiseLandPraiseTown Middle amp High School Youth

bull 930 am Blended Worship

bull 1045 am PraiseLandPraiseTown 6-9 Grade Youth

bull 1100 am Contemporary Worship

White Lake Saturday Evening Worship Schedule

bull 600 pm Worship bull 600 pm Children amp Youth

Wednesday Evenings at

Clarkston Campus

bull 600 pm Mid-Week Meal

bull 700 pm Adult Growth Groups

bull 700 pm Kids Own Worship

bull 700 pm Youth Groups

bull 700 pm Adoration Choir

3

Get ready to take a step along our new SPIRITUAL GROWTH PATHWAY

Each year during our fall 40 Days Journey we come back together after summer to share a powerful experience of spiritual growth and to focus on our purpose and mission as individuals and as a congregation We launched this important Calvary tradition 10 years ago with the powerful 40 Days of Purpose Now a decade later there is not a week that goes by that someone does not mention to me how that journey or one of those we have taken since has changed their life and brought them closer to Jesus Walk the Talk in which we will explore together Calvarys new Spiritual Growth Pathway will be our 10th Annual 40 Days journey together Through powerful worship celebrations and high-impact messages Growth Group experiences Bible memory verses a prayer emphasis intentional focus on hospitality and a congregation-wide mission service day on November 11 we will each have an opportunity to come as we really are to learn and grow This year the Growth Groups will not all be the same This will encourage each of us to assess where we are today on the Spiritual Growth Pathway and uniquely experience taking a step that will help us to grow spiritually So you will notice that we are offering a variety of groups classes and other experiences geared to help us walk the various steps along The Pathway As a reminder the 4 Pathway steps are Enter Engage Equip and Extend I know that you want to grow spiritually to walk closer with Jesus and to live out your God-given purpose fully so

I encourage and challenge you to not just think about it or talk about it

but to WALK THE TALK with me this fall

WALK THE TALK 10th Annual Fall 40 Days Spiritual Growth Journey

In light of all this herersquos what I want you to do I want you to get out there and walkmdashbetter yet runmdashon the road God called you to travel I donrsquot want any of you sit-ting around on your hands I donrsquot want anyone strolling off down some path that goes nowhere Ephesians 41 Msg

ICalvary to say YES to this 40 Days Journey and to commit to participate in seven life-

transforming ways

1 Become part of a 40 Days Growth Group ndash or start one yourself

Growth Groups will be meeting throughout the week at our Clarkston campus as well as in homes ndash go online at wwwcalvaryinfoorg or see the complete list in the Welcome Center at either campus These groups will meet for just 6 weeks with an option to meet for a week or two more to serve others and just have some fun together

2 Try to hear all 7 ldquoWalk the Talkrdquo weekend messages ndash Sept 30 to Nov 11 at both White Lake and Clarkston campuses

3 Learn the weekly Bible memory verses

4 Share Godrsquos love in community service Sun Nov 11

5 Pray daily for Godrsquos mission amp growth at Calvary

6 Share three minutes of welcoming hospitality with someone new Before or after weekend worship spend at least 2-3 minutes connecting with someone new or that you donrsquot know well Offer words of welcome offer to help in some way or just smile and offer words of encourage ment so that a ldquostranger can become a friendrdquo

7 Read and reflect on daily Bible readings re- lated to the Spiritual Growth Pathway the ldquo4 Ersquosrdquo and ldquowalking the talkrdquo

May the Master take you by the hand and lead you

along the path of Godrsquos love and Christrsquos endurance 2 Thessalonians 35 Msg

4

WT1 mdash DISCOVER CALVARY PART A

For those who are considering membership or just want to know more about Calvary and the Christian faith Anyone is welcome to attend Lunch provided and childcare avail able

Sat Sept 29 ONLY 9AMmdash2PM Pastor Jonathan amp Melinda Moran

WT2 mdash CONNECT

If you are a newer Calvary member or friend or not-so-new but find you still donrsquot feel connected in this group is probably for you Comfortable simple and real A great opportunity to make some lasting friends Wed FEAST 7PM Bill amp Jayne Bannister WT3 mdash 20 SOMETHING YOUNG ADULTS

A group for adults in their 20rsquosmdashmarried and singlemdashwho want to meet others in the same life phase to worship grow and have fun with Study material TBD for this fall Wed FEAST 7PM Matt Fuhrman WT4 mdash DISCOVER CALVARY PART B

Second part of DISCOVER CALVARY Learn the 6 Faith Practices of discipleship Bible study prayer community worship giving spiritual relationships and serving Note that both PARTS A amp B must be completed before becoming a Calvary member Anyone is welcome to attend Same class two options for meeting times Sun 930AM Wed FEAST 7PM Debbie Heierman amp Pastor Jonathan amp Melinda Moran Melinda Moran

5

WT5mdash INTRODUCTION TO THE SPIRITUAL GROWTH PATHWAY

A great group to join this fall if you have still have a lot of questions about Calvaryrsquos new Spiritual Growth Pathway What is it Am I already on it Is it really worth my time Where do I fit Is the Pathway here to stay

Sun1030AM Clark Harris and Chris Cortez

Wed 10AM Wed FEAST 7PM Pastor Jonathan Carol Martus

WT6 mdash BIBLE STUDY 101

Do you find the Bible so overwhelming you avoid opening it yet are sometimes embar rassed you donrsquot know more Do your kids seem to know more than you do Meet others in the same boat and be gently guided through the basics with both prayer and good humor

Wed FEAST 7PM Debbie Heierman WT7 mdash WOMENrsquoS FRIENDSHIP amp STUDY GROUP

Come grow with us as we read the Bible together and discuss topics women both want and need to talk about Friendship guaranteed

Tues 1230mdash2PM Dianne Bretz WT8 mdash THE PURPOSE DRIVEN LIFE

Using Pastor Rick Warrenrsquos bestselling book you will be compelled by truth motivated to change and inspired to obtain unparalleled spiritual growth A Calvary basic that will help you better understand our language and culture

WT9 mdash CALVARY CONNECTIONS

Social planning group with the mission to provide opportunities for Calvary members and friends to get to know one another better through fun fellowship events

WT10 mdash PRAYERmdashDOES IT MAKE ANY DIFFERENCE

The most challenging and perplexing yet deeply rewarding aspect of our relationship with God is prayer But what is prayer And if God already knows all how can it matter What can it change Search for real answers with the help of Philip Yanceyrsquos book and teaching

Tues 715PMmdashVan Goorrsquos home 4060 Cross Rd Annie Van Goor

6

WT11 mdash DISCOVERING GODrsquoS VISION FOR YOUR LIFE YOU AND YOUR SPIRITUAL GIFTS

Discover your spiritual gifts while exploring your lifersquos purpose learn to understand your Christian DNA and plug into Godrsquos amazing powermdashhow the Holy Spirit desires to live through you to reach and serve others A life-changing Calvary basic everyone should experience

Sun 4mdash6PM Debbie Heierman

WT12 mdash SHAPE

Spiritual Gifts Heart Abilities Personality and Experiencesmdashtogether these form your SHAPE for ministry Grow in your understanding of how you have been uniquely designed by God for specific joy-filled service and purpose Helpful to have taken Discovering Godrsquos Vision for Your Life You and Your Spiritual Gifts prior

Wed FEAST 7PM Christy van Solkema amp Deborah Herdman WT13 mdash BECOMING AN EFFECTIVE FACILITATOR

Learn how to (1) build community in your family small group of office setting (2) use group facilitation skills (3) become comfortable praying out loud in a groupfamily setting (4) understand yourself better as a leader and (5) learn which Biblical character models your leadership style Part of Calvaryrsquos ldquoEquipping Effective Leadersrdquo series

Wed FEAST 645PM Marty Chaffee WT14 mdash WHITE LAKE MISSION DEVELOPMENT

Join us as we explore the vision and mission for our White Lake campus through the lens of Calvarys DNA What does it look like to Know Christ and Make Christ Known through the resources God has blessed us with How can we best invite the White Lake community into the Calvary community that seeks to impact the world with the story of Christ to live Better Together

Wed FEAST 7PM Pastor Ken WT15 mdash COMMUNITY IMPACT PLANNING TEAM

On Nov 11 we will culminate our 40DAYS journey with a Community Impact Service Day in which we hope to involve hundreds in serving This team stems from the 2011 Holy Land Pilgrimage whose lives have been transformed to make a difference in the world Gather at the Heiermanrsquos (6279 Lake Waldon Dr) for a weekly meal together to think and plan and execute this churchwide service day

Sun 530PM Pastor Jonathan

7

ACTION STEPS

Worship Baptism Discover Calvary Parts A amp B Join ldquoConnectrdquo or other entry level Growth Group

LIVE AMONG GODrsquoS FAITHFUL PEOPLE AT CALVARY

John 139 - Jesus invites us to lsquocome and seersquo

Come as you really arehellipdiscover Godrsquos grace and learn about the church

Learn the 5 Biblical Purposes worship fellowship discipleship ministry Mission Connect to God through Godrsquos people get involved

Become a part of the Body of Christ at Calvary through Baptism or Affirmation of Baptism Membership

ACTION STEPS

Mission trip participation (behind the scene or front line) Serve on a mission team Develop personal mission statement and faith story to share (classes)

SERVING OTHERS AND FOLLOWING THE EXAMPLE OF OUR LORD JESUS IN THE WORLD

Acts 18 amp Matt 514-16 - The call to go share Godrsquos love and be light to the world

Share your faith experiences with and knowledge of Christ

Pursue your God-given purpose

Live like Jesus 247 Reach out to the worldcultivate your personal mission beyond the church

ACTION STEPS

Regular worship Prayer class Bible study or other Growth Group ldquoPurpose Driven

Liferdquo Group

Serve on a ministry team

HEAR GODrsquoS WORD AND SHARE THE LORDrsquoS SUPPER

Matt 724 - Building life on the foundation of Godrsquos love

Develop a personal relationship with God through Jesus Christ

Grow in the 5 Biblical Purposes

Learn and embrace the 6 Faith Practices of Discipleship Bible study prayer community worship giving spiritual relationships serving

ACTION STEPS

Equip Classes

Spiritual Gifts SHAPE Facilitation Leadership

________

Explore new areas of service

Discover your Spiritual Gifts and find meaningful joy-filled ways to serve

Discover your unique SHAPE for ministry the combination of your spiritual gifts heart (passions) abilities personality and experiences

Become who God created you to be

LIVE AND PROCLAIM THE GOOD NEWS OF GOD IN CHRIST THROUGH WORD AND DEED

1 Cor 127 - Each person using the gifts of the Holy Spirit for the good of all

version 912

8

9

10

October Newsletter 2012

4th 5th 6th Preteens

Friday October 19 Operation Christmas

Child Project Popcorn amp Movie Night 630‐930 PM Bring friends

Kidrsquos Ministry is more than exited to present our PraiseLand 3 year old preschoolers with their very own Bibles Children will receive their new Bible in ldquobig churchrdquo on Sun‐day October 7 939 amp 1100 ser‐vices All of our preschoolers will be singing their song called the B‐I‐B‐L‐E Donrsquot this special milestone event

TRUNK or TREAT HARVEST FEST

Saturday October 27 2012

700 pm

Friends amp Families are invited to decorate the trunk of their vehicle for our Halloween Harvest Fest Sign Up in the Worship Center

Refreshments Treats Prizes Games Bonfire amp Community Garden Celebration

Mid-week Wednesday Evenings

4 years oldmdash5th Grade

Dinner 6 PM Worship 645 PM Kids Stuff 7-8 PM Nursery Available

Halloween Wednesday

October 24 Itrsquos costume night

Job OPENING Nursery care Provider Staff Position 13-20 hours per month Applications in nursery Must be at least 18 years old

Gift Bible Sunday

11

Grief Support Wintrsquos Healing Hearts Grief Support Group for all ages for those who have recently lost a loved one will be held Tuesday October 9 2012 at 7pm The topic of this monthrsquos meeting is ldquoGrieving as a Familyrdquo The meeting will be led by Bereavement Counselor Linda Whiting LPC NCC Meeting location is at the Carriage House in Clintonwood Park on Clarkston Road Clarkston No registration is necessary (walk-in) free of charge Call (248-625-5231) or email wintfuneralhomeaolcom with questions

American Red Cross Emergency Blood Supply

Thank you to everyone who donated their time and blood for our September blood drive Thanks to you we have the potential to help 62 people in need of our life giving blood Jesus gave all of his blood to save us and we will have opportunity to give some of ours to save someone else Please plan to donate at our next drive on Monday January 21 from 1-7pm Yes you can sign up now Contact Deborah Robitaille at (248) 625-3288 and letrsquos get our calendarrsquos booked now so we donrsquot let this opportunity pass us by

Community Garden To date our team has already harvested and donated nearly 2000 pounds of fresh produce to the Open Door Outreach Center to feed the hungry in our community As we prepare for the fall close of the garden and plan for next year there is still a need for volunteers in this ministry Contact coordinator Beth Burnett at (734) 516-9144

Fall Greetings What a joy it is to be a part of the upcoming festivi-ties here at Calvary Confirmation is well under way and we are so blessed this year to have the largest confirmation group ever at Calvary We are at 55 and still growing God is Good We have a great year planned for the faith formation of our young people here at Calvary Another fun event I always look forward to in the Fall is our youth night at the Haunted Corn maze This is coming up soon so please make sure to mark it on your calendar One of the elements of youth ministry wersquore imple-menting this year in youth ministry is the Faith 5 The Faith 5 are Share your highs amp lows Read Godrsquos Word Talk about what yoursquove heard in the Word Pray with each other and Bless one another I invite everyone at Calvary to join our youth this year as they practice the Faith 5

Finally another event I look forward to every year is our annual Trunk-R-Treat and Fall harvest Fest This year wersquove challenged folks to step it up a bit We hope we have even more cars and that this year the youth really outdo themselves We will have a great night of fun fellowship and food so please sign-up to decorate a car Part of this event is a celebration of the bountiful harvest we have been blessed with in our community garden minis-try This year despite the drought and intense heat bugs and critters we will deliver over 2000 pounds of fresh produce grown right here at our White Lake campus Praise be to God I want to thank all of those who have put in the blood sweat and tears this season Without your dedication and hard work to make this yearrsquos harvest one that im-pacts so many lives this wouldnrsquot have been the success it has Thank you so much

12

Youth Pastor Ken Fouty Youth Program Coordinator Deborah Robitaille

Youth Ministry Need We are still praying and trusting God for a leader for our 6th amp 7th graders are 11am on Sunday mornings This is a perfect group if you are a new or prospective youth leader and want to find a place to connect in This is a smaller group of kids with a large capacity for fun Material and training are provided along with a training mentor If you have been considering youth ministry and are interested in talking about this please let us know This is also a ministry area that could be shared by 2 people to accommodate your schedule Staff Contact Deborah Robitaille

Important Upcoming Dates Grades 6-12 Unless Otherwise Indicated

bull October 26 Haunted Corn Maze bull October 27 Trunk or Treat bull October 28 Rite of Confirmation (10th

Grade) bull December 27-30 The Gathering (Grades

9-12) bull January 18-20 Confirmation amp Senior

High Winter Retreat (Grades 8-12)

Adopt A Highway Service Project As we end another season of our AAH project we would like to thank Cheryl Rajala for heading up this team Cheryl has dedicated herself to the organization of this project for many years and we appreciate her passion for serving in the community Be sure to look for our 2013 pick up date in the Spring Thanks to Shawn Dunn Pastor Jonathan Andy Rajala amp Kyle Konzer for their help with our fall pickup

Haunted Corn Maze Friday October 26 we will meet at our Clarkston Campus at 700 pm where we will have a pizza din-ner and then head out to the haunted corn maze At newsletter print time the local corn maze had not opened so location and price will be published soon on our website and in the weekly Happenings Grades 6-college are welcome We will need parents to drive and to help with food Sign up on the youth bulletin board at the Clarkston Campus or contact Deborah Robitaille

Trunk or Treat Youth familiesmdashplease consider decorating a trunk to participate in Trunk or Treat at our White Lake Campus on October 27 at 700 pm This is a very fun family event that is also a service project for our teens to serve the community Be thinking about YOUR possibly prize winning car deacutecor See if you can be the family to beat Pastor Ken and Deborah this year

13

CONFIRMATION 2012shy13 We are thrilled to be starting the 2012‐13 year with the biggest Confirmation class in Calvaryrsquos history We cur‐rently have 56 studentsItrsquos going to be a great year If you havenrsquotenrolled your 8thor 9th grader in the pro‐gram itrsquos not too lateWersquod love to have them join us Please contact me and wersquoll take care of the registration process Parents please remember to check your emails regularly for communications from the Confirmation team You can also stay connected by clicking on the Youth tab on calvaryinfoorg and joining Calvary Connecting Point amp generationCalvary on Facebook Watch for permission slips and registration details for the upcoming events The Gathering ndash Radisson Lansing 1227‐1230 Winter Retreat ndash Camp Michi‐Lu‐Ca l18‐121 Motown Mission ndash Detroit MI 331‐406 I look forward serving in this exciting ministry with your family As always contact me or Pastor Kenif you have any questions Susan Batchik Confirmation Program Coordinator birdlandmiyahoocom 248‐625‐3288 ext 201

Upcoming Confirmation Dates

8thshy9th Grade Oct 14 Family Covenant Ceremony 1100 worship Class 1215shy300 Oct 27 Servant amp Fellowship Event Trunk R Treat shy White LakeCampus Oct 28 Attend Rite of Confirmation 1100 worship Class 1215shy300 Nov 04 Rewind 900shy1100 10th Grade Oct 7 Mini Retreat 1100shy300 Oct 21Confirmation Rehearsal ampFamily Potluck 600shy800 Oct 28 RITE OF CONFIRMATION 1100 worship Reception following Please remember to complete writing your faith story and memorize the Apostlesrsquo Creed

14

August 2012 Church Council Highlights

August 20 2012 diams Council continued book discussion of ldquoAlmost Christianrdquo by Kendra Creasy Dean with a focus on

chapter 7 diams Review amp accept July Council minutes diams Review amp accept July amp YTD financial reports July offering revenues continue to be below the

2012 spending plan expectations thus continue the same YTD trend we have been experienc-ing Discussion about possible year end shortfall

diams 2012 goals and priorities of working groups Leadership development and training ahs been deferred to next year Multisite ministry and site master plan development will continue this fall

diams The staff position of Spiritual Growth Pathway Coordinator has been posted diams SOVA food pantry update diams Review of Carver Governance policy diams We will review Covenant of Racial Reconciliation of the Southeast Michigan Synod next month diams Update on building repairsmdashnew air conditioning until has been installed in Clarkston Flat roof

areas in Clarkston are leaking Estimates are forthcoming Carpet repair estimates for Clark-ston are also forthcoming

diams Walk the Talk Spiritual Growth Pathway materials are in development diams Gift Sunday is November 18 We are currently recruiting volunteers for the Stewardship Team diams Prayer requests diams Prayer

Dear Calvary friends Your prayers and concern have sustained me through my trials over the recent months I have been hospitalized several times and been in physical and occupational therapy at the hospital and a residential rehabilitation center Irsquove had several fingers amputated a systemic infection and a Multiple Sclerosis episode which has led to my inability to walk With therapy determina-tion and Godrsquos fortitude I hope and pray that I will be able to walk again I also hope to regain use of my hands and to retrain my remaining fin-gers I say lsquoI hopersquo but use the term loosely My prayers have turned from lsquohopingrsquo that God will change my situation to imploring Him to grant me the grace faith and endurance to accept my situation as is I strive to find God in unexpected ways and places and to serve him whenever

however and wherever He leads Yoursquove been faithful in visiting me sending notes of love and support to Jeff and me and providing gifts of food meals and snacks This has been a blessing to us as you have generously shared Godrsquos love with us Thank you Presently Irsquom home and enjoying Godrsquos creation in the change of season and of course celebrat-ing our beautiful new-born twin grand daughters Verona and Norah now 2 months old and flour-ishing I pray that Irsquoll be able to be among you again soon I miss you and being among the fellow-ship of all believers You are very dear to me and I thank God for your continued care and con-cern for my family and me In Christian love Gayle Buschur

15

August

Statistics

FAITH GIVING August

General Fund August Giving $ 52844

(Disbursements-August) $ (63340) Year to Date Giving $ 425317 (Disbursements-YTD) $ (523623)

GENERATION TO GENERATION FUND GIVING TOTAL

$1268039

Average WEEKLY Aug Worship Attendance 2010 391 2011 344 2012 345 Average Weekly Attendance YEAR TO DATE 2010 420 2011 427 2012 405

BAPTIZED IN CHRISTrsquoS CHURCH 4 Anthony Jeremy Latozas Alaina Kay Zilka Janie Diane Zilka Madisen Elizabeth Zilka

JOINED IN CHRISTIAN MARRIAGE 1 Jessica Louise Page amp Adam Michael Kliebert

CHRISTIAN FUNERAL WORSHIP 2 Mary Ison Jenny Bannister

JOINED IN MEMBERSHIP 0

Average WEEKLY Aug Sunday School Attendance 2010 na 2011 na 2012 na Average Weekly Sunday School YEAR TO DATE 2010 140 2011 123 2012 85

Average WEEKLY Aug Feast Attendance 2010 120 2011 80 2012 92 Average Weekly FEAST YEAR TO DATE 2010 65 2011 50 2012 65

Average WEEKLY Aug Growth Group Attendance 2010 na 2011 na 2012 na Average Weekly Growth Group YEAR TO DATE 2010 116 2011 72 2012 75

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3

Get ready to take a step along our new SPIRITUAL GROWTH PATHWAY

Each year during our fall 40 Days Journey we come back together after summer to share a powerful experience of spiritual growth and to focus on our purpose and mission as individuals and as a congregation We launched this important Calvary tradition 10 years ago with the powerful 40 Days of Purpose Now a decade later there is not a week that goes by that someone does not mention to me how that journey or one of those we have taken since has changed their life and brought them closer to Jesus Walk the Talk in which we will explore together Calvarys new Spiritual Growth Pathway will be our 10th Annual 40 Days journey together Through powerful worship celebrations and high-impact messages Growth Group experiences Bible memory verses a prayer emphasis intentional focus on hospitality and a congregation-wide mission service day on November 11 we will each have an opportunity to come as we really are to learn and grow This year the Growth Groups will not all be the same This will encourage each of us to assess where we are today on the Spiritual Growth Pathway and uniquely experience taking a step that will help us to grow spiritually So you will notice that we are offering a variety of groups classes and other experiences geared to help us walk the various steps along The Pathway As a reminder the 4 Pathway steps are Enter Engage Equip and Extend I know that you want to grow spiritually to walk closer with Jesus and to live out your God-given purpose fully so

I encourage and challenge you to not just think about it or talk about it

but to WALK THE TALK with me this fall

WALK THE TALK 10th Annual Fall 40 Days Spiritual Growth Journey

In light of all this herersquos what I want you to do I want you to get out there and walkmdashbetter yet runmdashon the road God called you to travel I donrsquot want any of you sit-ting around on your hands I donrsquot want anyone strolling off down some path that goes nowhere Ephesians 41 Msg

ICalvary to say YES to this 40 Days Journey and to commit to participate in seven life-

transforming ways

1 Become part of a 40 Days Growth Group ndash or start one yourself

Growth Groups will be meeting throughout the week at our Clarkston campus as well as in homes ndash go online at wwwcalvaryinfoorg or see the complete list in the Welcome Center at either campus These groups will meet for just 6 weeks with an option to meet for a week or two more to serve others and just have some fun together

2 Try to hear all 7 ldquoWalk the Talkrdquo weekend messages ndash Sept 30 to Nov 11 at both White Lake and Clarkston campuses

3 Learn the weekly Bible memory verses

4 Share Godrsquos love in community service Sun Nov 11

5 Pray daily for Godrsquos mission amp growth at Calvary

6 Share three minutes of welcoming hospitality with someone new Before or after weekend worship spend at least 2-3 minutes connecting with someone new or that you donrsquot know well Offer words of welcome offer to help in some way or just smile and offer words of encourage ment so that a ldquostranger can become a friendrdquo

7 Read and reflect on daily Bible readings re- lated to the Spiritual Growth Pathway the ldquo4 Ersquosrdquo and ldquowalking the talkrdquo

May the Master take you by the hand and lead you

along the path of Godrsquos love and Christrsquos endurance 2 Thessalonians 35 Msg

4

WT1 mdash DISCOVER CALVARY PART A

For those who are considering membership or just want to know more about Calvary and the Christian faith Anyone is welcome to attend Lunch provided and childcare avail able

Sat Sept 29 ONLY 9AMmdash2PM Pastor Jonathan amp Melinda Moran

WT2 mdash CONNECT

If you are a newer Calvary member or friend or not-so-new but find you still donrsquot feel connected in this group is probably for you Comfortable simple and real A great opportunity to make some lasting friends Wed FEAST 7PM Bill amp Jayne Bannister WT3 mdash 20 SOMETHING YOUNG ADULTS

A group for adults in their 20rsquosmdashmarried and singlemdashwho want to meet others in the same life phase to worship grow and have fun with Study material TBD for this fall Wed FEAST 7PM Matt Fuhrman WT4 mdash DISCOVER CALVARY PART B

Second part of DISCOVER CALVARY Learn the 6 Faith Practices of discipleship Bible study prayer community worship giving spiritual relationships and serving Note that both PARTS A amp B must be completed before becoming a Calvary member Anyone is welcome to attend Same class two options for meeting times Sun 930AM Wed FEAST 7PM Debbie Heierman amp Pastor Jonathan amp Melinda Moran Melinda Moran

5

WT5mdash INTRODUCTION TO THE SPIRITUAL GROWTH PATHWAY

A great group to join this fall if you have still have a lot of questions about Calvaryrsquos new Spiritual Growth Pathway What is it Am I already on it Is it really worth my time Where do I fit Is the Pathway here to stay

Sun1030AM Clark Harris and Chris Cortez

Wed 10AM Wed FEAST 7PM Pastor Jonathan Carol Martus

WT6 mdash BIBLE STUDY 101

Do you find the Bible so overwhelming you avoid opening it yet are sometimes embar rassed you donrsquot know more Do your kids seem to know more than you do Meet others in the same boat and be gently guided through the basics with both prayer and good humor

Wed FEAST 7PM Debbie Heierman WT7 mdash WOMENrsquoS FRIENDSHIP amp STUDY GROUP

Come grow with us as we read the Bible together and discuss topics women both want and need to talk about Friendship guaranteed

Tues 1230mdash2PM Dianne Bretz WT8 mdash THE PURPOSE DRIVEN LIFE

Using Pastor Rick Warrenrsquos bestselling book you will be compelled by truth motivated to change and inspired to obtain unparalleled spiritual growth A Calvary basic that will help you better understand our language and culture

WT9 mdash CALVARY CONNECTIONS

Social planning group with the mission to provide opportunities for Calvary members and friends to get to know one another better through fun fellowship events

WT10 mdash PRAYERmdashDOES IT MAKE ANY DIFFERENCE

The most challenging and perplexing yet deeply rewarding aspect of our relationship with God is prayer But what is prayer And if God already knows all how can it matter What can it change Search for real answers with the help of Philip Yanceyrsquos book and teaching

Tues 715PMmdashVan Goorrsquos home 4060 Cross Rd Annie Van Goor

6

WT11 mdash DISCOVERING GODrsquoS VISION FOR YOUR LIFE YOU AND YOUR SPIRITUAL GIFTS

Discover your spiritual gifts while exploring your lifersquos purpose learn to understand your Christian DNA and plug into Godrsquos amazing powermdashhow the Holy Spirit desires to live through you to reach and serve others A life-changing Calvary basic everyone should experience

Sun 4mdash6PM Debbie Heierman

WT12 mdash SHAPE

Spiritual Gifts Heart Abilities Personality and Experiencesmdashtogether these form your SHAPE for ministry Grow in your understanding of how you have been uniquely designed by God for specific joy-filled service and purpose Helpful to have taken Discovering Godrsquos Vision for Your Life You and Your Spiritual Gifts prior

Wed FEAST 7PM Christy van Solkema amp Deborah Herdman WT13 mdash BECOMING AN EFFECTIVE FACILITATOR

Learn how to (1) build community in your family small group of office setting (2) use group facilitation skills (3) become comfortable praying out loud in a groupfamily setting (4) understand yourself better as a leader and (5) learn which Biblical character models your leadership style Part of Calvaryrsquos ldquoEquipping Effective Leadersrdquo series

Wed FEAST 645PM Marty Chaffee WT14 mdash WHITE LAKE MISSION DEVELOPMENT

Join us as we explore the vision and mission for our White Lake campus through the lens of Calvarys DNA What does it look like to Know Christ and Make Christ Known through the resources God has blessed us with How can we best invite the White Lake community into the Calvary community that seeks to impact the world with the story of Christ to live Better Together

Wed FEAST 7PM Pastor Ken WT15 mdash COMMUNITY IMPACT PLANNING TEAM

On Nov 11 we will culminate our 40DAYS journey with a Community Impact Service Day in which we hope to involve hundreds in serving This team stems from the 2011 Holy Land Pilgrimage whose lives have been transformed to make a difference in the world Gather at the Heiermanrsquos (6279 Lake Waldon Dr) for a weekly meal together to think and plan and execute this churchwide service day

Sun 530PM Pastor Jonathan

7

ACTION STEPS

Worship Baptism Discover Calvary Parts A amp B Join ldquoConnectrdquo or other entry level Growth Group

LIVE AMONG GODrsquoS FAITHFUL PEOPLE AT CALVARY

John 139 - Jesus invites us to lsquocome and seersquo

Come as you really arehellipdiscover Godrsquos grace and learn about the church

Learn the 5 Biblical Purposes worship fellowship discipleship ministry Mission Connect to God through Godrsquos people get involved

Become a part of the Body of Christ at Calvary through Baptism or Affirmation of Baptism Membership

ACTION STEPS

Mission trip participation (behind the scene or front line) Serve on a mission team Develop personal mission statement and faith story to share (classes)

SERVING OTHERS AND FOLLOWING THE EXAMPLE OF OUR LORD JESUS IN THE WORLD

Acts 18 amp Matt 514-16 - The call to go share Godrsquos love and be light to the world

Share your faith experiences with and knowledge of Christ

Pursue your God-given purpose

Live like Jesus 247 Reach out to the worldcultivate your personal mission beyond the church

ACTION STEPS

Regular worship Prayer class Bible study or other Growth Group ldquoPurpose Driven

Liferdquo Group

Serve on a ministry team

HEAR GODrsquoS WORD AND SHARE THE LORDrsquoS SUPPER

Matt 724 - Building life on the foundation of Godrsquos love

Develop a personal relationship with God through Jesus Christ

Grow in the 5 Biblical Purposes

Learn and embrace the 6 Faith Practices of Discipleship Bible study prayer community worship giving spiritual relationships serving

ACTION STEPS

Equip Classes

Spiritual Gifts SHAPE Facilitation Leadership

________

Explore new areas of service

Discover your Spiritual Gifts and find meaningful joy-filled ways to serve

Discover your unique SHAPE for ministry the combination of your spiritual gifts heart (passions) abilities personality and experiences

Become who God created you to be

LIVE AND PROCLAIM THE GOOD NEWS OF GOD IN CHRIST THROUGH WORD AND DEED

1 Cor 127 - Each person using the gifts of the Holy Spirit for the good of all

version 912

8

9

10

October Newsletter 2012

4th 5th 6th Preteens

Friday October 19 Operation Christmas

Child Project Popcorn amp Movie Night 630‐930 PM Bring friends

Kidrsquos Ministry is more than exited to present our PraiseLand 3 year old preschoolers with their very own Bibles Children will receive their new Bible in ldquobig churchrdquo on Sun‐day October 7 939 amp 1100 ser‐vices All of our preschoolers will be singing their song called the B‐I‐B‐L‐E Donrsquot this special milestone event

TRUNK or TREAT HARVEST FEST

Saturday October 27 2012

700 pm

Friends amp Families are invited to decorate the trunk of their vehicle for our Halloween Harvest Fest Sign Up in the Worship Center

Refreshments Treats Prizes Games Bonfire amp Community Garden Celebration

Mid-week Wednesday Evenings

4 years oldmdash5th Grade

Dinner 6 PM Worship 645 PM Kids Stuff 7-8 PM Nursery Available

Halloween Wednesday

October 24 Itrsquos costume night

Job OPENING Nursery care Provider Staff Position 13-20 hours per month Applications in nursery Must be at least 18 years old

Gift Bible Sunday

11

Grief Support Wintrsquos Healing Hearts Grief Support Group for all ages for those who have recently lost a loved one will be held Tuesday October 9 2012 at 7pm The topic of this monthrsquos meeting is ldquoGrieving as a Familyrdquo The meeting will be led by Bereavement Counselor Linda Whiting LPC NCC Meeting location is at the Carriage House in Clintonwood Park on Clarkston Road Clarkston No registration is necessary (walk-in) free of charge Call (248-625-5231) or email wintfuneralhomeaolcom with questions

American Red Cross Emergency Blood Supply

Thank you to everyone who donated their time and blood for our September blood drive Thanks to you we have the potential to help 62 people in need of our life giving blood Jesus gave all of his blood to save us and we will have opportunity to give some of ours to save someone else Please plan to donate at our next drive on Monday January 21 from 1-7pm Yes you can sign up now Contact Deborah Robitaille at (248) 625-3288 and letrsquos get our calendarrsquos booked now so we donrsquot let this opportunity pass us by

Community Garden To date our team has already harvested and donated nearly 2000 pounds of fresh produce to the Open Door Outreach Center to feed the hungry in our community As we prepare for the fall close of the garden and plan for next year there is still a need for volunteers in this ministry Contact coordinator Beth Burnett at (734) 516-9144

Fall Greetings What a joy it is to be a part of the upcoming festivi-ties here at Calvary Confirmation is well under way and we are so blessed this year to have the largest confirmation group ever at Calvary We are at 55 and still growing God is Good We have a great year planned for the faith formation of our young people here at Calvary Another fun event I always look forward to in the Fall is our youth night at the Haunted Corn maze This is coming up soon so please make sure to mark it on your calendar One of the elements of youth ministry wersquore imple-menting this year in youth ministry is the Faith 5 The Faith 5 are Share your highs amp lows Read Godrsquos Word Talk about what yoursquove heard in the Word Pray with each other and Bless one another I invite everyone at Calvary to join our youth this year as they practice the Faith 5

Finally another event I look forward to every year is our annual Trunk-R-Treat and Fall harvest Fest This year wersquove challenged folks to step it up a bit We hope we have even more cars and that this year the youth really outdo themselves We will have a great night of fun fellowship and food so please sign-up to decorate a car Part of this event is a celebration of the bountiful harvest we have been blessed with in our community garden minis-try This year despite the drought and intense heat bugs and critters we will deliver over 2000 pounds of fresh produce grown right here at our White Lake campus Praise be to God I want to thank all of those who have put in the blood sweat and tears this season Without your dedication and hard work to make this yearrsquos harvest one that im-pacts so many lives this wouldnrsquot have been the success it has Thank you so much

12

Youth Pastor Ken Fouty Youth Program Coordinator Deborah Robitaille

Youth Ministry Need We are still praying and trusting God for a leader for our 6th amp 7th graders are 11am on Sunday mornings This is a perfect group if you are a new or prospective youth leader and want to find a place to connect in This is a smaller group of kids with a large capacity for fun Material and training are provided along with a training mentor If you have been considering youth ministry and are interested in talking about this please let us know This is also a ministry area that could be shared by 2 people to accommodate your schedule Staff Contact Deborah Robitaille

Important Upcoming Dates Grades 6-12 Unless Otherwise Indicated

bull October 26 Haunted Corn Maze bull October 27 Trunk or Treat bull October 28 Rite of Confirmation (10th

Grade) bull December 27-30 The Gathering (Grades

9-12) bull January 18-20 Confirmation amp Senior

High Winter Retreat (Grades 8-12)

Adopt A Highway Service Project As we end another season of our AAH project we would like to thank Cheryl Rajala for heading up this team Cheryl has dedicated herself to the organization of this project for many years and we appreciate her passion for serving in the community Be sure to look for our 2013 pick up date in the Spring Thanks to Shawn Dunn Pastor Jonathan Andy Rajala amp Kyle Konzer for their help with our fall pickup

Haunted Corn Maze Friday October 26 we will meet at our Clarkston Campus at 700 pm where we will have a pizza din-ner and then head out to the haunted corn maze At newsletter print time the local corn maze had not opened so location and price will be published soon on our website and in the weekly Happenings Grades 6-college are welcome We will need parents to drive and to help with food Sign up on the youth bulletin board at the Clarkston Campus or contact Deborah Robitaille

Trunk or Treat Youth familiesmdashplease consider decorating a trunk to participate in Trunk or Treat at our White Lake Campus on October 27 at 700 pm This is a very fun family event that is also a service project for our teens to serve the community Be thinking about YOUR possibly prize winning car deacutecor See if you can be the family to beat Pastor Ken and Deborah this year

13

CONFIRMATION 2012shy13 We are thrilled to be starting the 2012‐13 year with the biggest Confirmation class in Calvaryrsquos history We cur‐rently have 56 studentsItrsquos going to be a great year If you havenrsquotenrolled your 8thor 9th grader in the pro‐gram itrsquos not too lateWersquod love to have them join us Please contact me and wersquoll take care of the registration process Parents please remember to check your emails regularly for communications from the Confirmation team You can also stay connected by clicking on the Youth tab on calvaryinfoorg and joining Calvary Connecting Point amp generationCalvary on Facebook Watch for permission slips and registration details for the upcoming events The Gathering ndash Radisson Lansing 1227‐1230 Winter Retreat ndash Camp Michi‐Lu‐Ca l18‐121 Motown Mission ndash Detroit MI 331‐406 I look forward serving in this exciting ministry with your family As always contact me or Pastor Kenif you have any questions Susan Batchik Confirmation Program Coordinator birdlandmiyahoocom 248‐625‐3288 ext 201

Upcoming Confirmation Dates

8thshy9th Grade Oct 14 Family Covenant Ceremony 1100 worship Class 1215shy300 Oct 27 Servant amp Fellowship Event Trunk R Treat shy White LakeCampus Oct 28 Attend Rite of Confirmation 1100 worship Class 1215shy300 Nov 04 Rewind 900shy1100 10th Grade Oct 7 Mini Retreat 1100shy300 Oct 21Confirmation Rehearsal ampFamily Potluck 600shy800 Oct 28 RITE OF CONFIRMATION 1100 worship Reception following Please remember to complete writing your faith story and memorize the Apostlesrsquo Creed

14

August 2012 Church Council Highlights

August 20 2012 diams Council continued book discussion of ldquoAlmost Christianrdquo by Kendra Creasy Dean with a focus on

chapter 7 diams Review amp accept July Council minutes diams Review amp accept July amp YTD financial reports July offering revenues continue to be below the

2012 spending plan expectations thus continue the same YTD trend we have been experienc-ing Discussion about possible year end shortfall

diams 2012 goals and priorities of working groups Leadership development and training ahs been deferred to next year Multisite ministry and site master plan development will continue this fall

diams The staff position of Spiritual Growth Pathway Coordinator has been posted diams SOVA food pantry update diams Review of Carver Governance policy diams We will review Covenant of Racial Reconciliation of the Southeast Michigan Synod next month diams Update on building repairsmdashnew air conditioning until has been installed in Clarkston Flat roof

areas in Clarkston are leaking Estimates are forthcoming Carpet repair estimates for Clark-ston are also forthcoming

diams Walk the Talk Spiritual Growth Pathway materials are in development diams Gift Sunday is November 18 We are currently recruiting volunteers for the Stewardship Team diams Prayer requests diams Prayer

Dear Calvary friends Your prayers and concern have sustained me through my trials over the recent months I have been hospitalized several times and been in physical and occupational therapy at the hospital and a residential rehabilitation center Irsquove had several fingers amputated a systemic infection and a Multiple Sclerosis episode which has led to my inability to walk With therapy determina-tion and Godrsquos fortitude I hope and pray that I will be able to walk again I also hope to regain use of my hands and to retrain my remaining fin-gers I say lsquoI hopersquo but use the term loosely My prayers have turned from lsquohopingrsquo that God will change my situation to imploring Him to grant me the grace faith and endurance to accept my situation as is I strive to find God in unexpected ways and places and to serve him whenever

however and wherever He leads Yoursquove been faithful in visiting me sending notes of love and support to Jeff and me and providing gifts of food meals and snacks This has been a blessing to us as you have generously shared Godrsquos love with us Thank you Presently Irsquom home and enjoying Godrsquos creation in the change of season and of course celebrat-ing our beautiful new-born twin grand daughters Verona and Norah now 2 months old and flour-ishing I pray that Irsquoll be able to be among you again soon I miss you and being among the fellow-ship of all believers You are very dear to me and I thank God for your continued care and con-cern for my family and me In Christian love Gayle Buschur

15

August

Statistics

FAITH GIVING August

General Fund August Giving $ 52844

(Disbursements-August) $ (63340) Year to Date Giving $ 425317 (Disbursements-YTD) $ (523623)

GENERATION TO GENERATION FUND GIVING TOTAL

$1268039

Average WEEKLY Aug Worship Attendance 2010 391 2011 344 2012 345 Average Weekly Attendance YEAR TO DATE 2010 420 2011 427 2012 405

BAPTIZED IN CHRISTrsquoS CHURCH 4 Anthony Jeremy Latozas Alaina Kay Zilka Janie Diane Zilka Madisen Elizabeth Zilka

JOINED IN CHRISTIAN MARRIAGE 1 Jessica Louise Page amp Adam Michael Kliebert

CHRISTIAN FUNERAL WORSHIP 2 Mary Ison Jenny Bannister

JOINED IN MEMBERSHIP 0

Average WEEKLY Aug Sunday School Attendance 2010 na 2011 na 2012 na Average Weekly Sunday School YEAR TO DATE 2010 140 2011 123 2012 85

Average WEEKLY Aug Feast Attendance 2010 120 2011 80 2012 92 Average Weekly FEAST YEAR TO DATE 2010 65 2011 50 2012 65

Average WEEKLY Aug Growth Group Attendance 2010 na 2011 na 2012 na Average Weekly Growth Group YEAR TO DATE 2010 116 2011 72 2012 75

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4

WT1 mdash DISCOVER CALVARY PART A

For those who are considering membership or just want to know more about Calvary and the Christian faith Anyone is welcome to attend Lunch provided and childcare avail able

Sat Sept 29 ONLY 9AMmdash2PM Pastor Jonathan amp Melinda Moran

WT2 mdash CONNECT

If you are a newer Calvary member or friend or not-so-new but find you still donrsquot feel connected in this group is probably for you Comfortable simple and real A great opportunity to make some lasting friends Wed FEAST 7PM Bill amp Jayne Bannister WT3 mdash 20 SOMETHING YOUNG ADULTS

A group for adults in their 20rsquosmdashmarried and singlemdashwho want to meet others in the same life phase to worship grow and have fun with Study material TBD for this fall Wed FEAST 7PM Matt Fuhrman WT4 mdash DISCOVER CALVARY PART B

Second part of DISCOVER CALVARY Learn the 6 Faith Practices of discipleship Bible study prayer community worship giving spiritual relationships and serving Note that both PARTS A amp B must be completed before becoming a Calvary member Anyone is welcome to attend Same class two options for meeting times Sun 930AM Wed FEAST 7PM Debbie Heierman amp Pastor Jonathan amp Melinda Moran Melinda Moran

5

WT5mdash INTRODUCTION TO THE SPIRITUAL GROWTH PATHWAY

A great group to join this fall if you have still have a lot of questions about Calvaryrsquos new Spiritual Growth Pathway What is it Am I already on it Is it really worth my time Where do I fit Is the Pathway here to stay

Sun1030AM Clark Harris and Chris Cortez

Wed 10AM Wed FEAST 7PM Pastor Jonathan Carol Martus

WT6 mdash BIBLE STUDY 101

Do you find the Bible so overwhelming you avoid opening it yet are sometimes embar rassed you donrsquot know more Do your kids seem to know more than you do Meet others in the same boat and be gently guided through the basics with both prayer and good humor

Wed FEAST 7PM Debbie Heierman WT7 mdash WOMENrsquoS FRIENDSHIP amp STUDY GROUP

Come grow with us as we read the Bible together and discuss topics women both want and need to talk about Friendship guaranteed

Tues 1230mdash2PM Dianne Bretz WT8 mdash THE PURPOSE DRIVEN LIFE

Using Pastor Rick Warrenrsquos bestselling book you will be compelled by truth motivated to change and inspired to obtain unparalleled spiritual growth A Calvary basic that will help you better understand our language and culture

WT9 mdash CALVARY CONNECTIONS

Social planning group with the mission to provide opportunities for Calvary members and friends to get to know one another better through fun fellowship events

WT10 mdash PRAYERmdashDOES IT MAKE ANY DIFFERENCE

The most challenging and perplexing yet deeply rewarding aspect of our relationship with God is prayer But what is prayer And if God already knows all how can it matter What can it change Search for real answers with the help of Philip Yanceyrsquos book and teaching

Tues 715PMmdashVan Goorrsquos home 4060 Cross Rd Annie Van Goor

6

WT11 mdash DISCOVERING GODrsquoS VISION FOR YOUR LIFE YOU AND YOUR SPIRITUAL GIFTS

Discover your spiritual gifts while exploring your lifersquos purpose learn to understand your Christian DNA and plug into Godrsquos amazing powermdashhow the Holy Spirit desires to live through you to reach and serve others A life-changing Calvary basic everyone should experience

Sun 4mdash6PM Debbie Heierman

WT12 mdash SHAPE

Spiritual Gifts Heart Abilities Personality and Experiencesmdashtogether these form your SHAPE for ministry Grow in your understanding of how you have been uniquely designed by God for specific joy-filled service and purpose Helpful to have taken Discovering Godrsquos Vision for Your Life You and Your Spiritual Gifts prior

Wed FEAST 7PM Christy van Solkema amp Deborah Herdman WT13 mdash BECOMING AN EFFECTIVE FACILITATOR

Learn how to (1) build community in your family small group of office setting (2) use group facilitation skills (3) become comfortable praying out loud in a groupfamily setting (4) understand yourself better as a leader and (5) learn which Biblical character models your leadership style Part of Calvaryrsquos ldquoEquipping Effective Leadersrdquo series

Wed FEAST 645PM Marty Chaffee WT14 mdash WHITE LAKE MISSION DEVELOPMENT

Join us as we explore the vision and mission for our White Lake campus through the lens of Calvarys DNA What does it look like to Know Christ and Make Christ Known through the resources God has blessed us with How can we best invite the White Lake community into the Calvary community that seeks to impact the world with the story of Christ to live Better Together

Wed FEAST 7PM Pastor Ken WT15 mdash COMMUNITY IMPACT PLANNING TEAM

On Nov 11 we will culminate our 40DAYS journey with a Community Impact Service Day in which we hope to involve hundreds in serving This team stems from the 2011 Holy Land Pilgrimage whose lives have been transformed to make a difference in the world Gather at the Heiermanrsquos (6279 Lake Waldon Dr) for a weekly meal together to think and plan and execute this churchwide service day

Sun 530PM Pastor Jonathan

7

ACTION STEPS

Worship Baptism Discover Calvary Parts A amp B Join ldquoConnectrdquo or other entry level Growth Group

LIVE AMONG GODrsquoS FAITHFUL PEOPLE AT CALVARY

John 139 - Jesus invites us to lsquocome and seersquo

Come as you really arehellipdiscover Godrsquos grace and learn about the church

Learn the 5 Biblical Purposes worship fellowship discipleship ministry Mission Connect to God through Godrsquos people get involved

Become a part of the Body of Christ at Calvary through Baptism or Affirmation of Baptism Membership

ACTION STEPS

Mission trip participation (behind the scene or front line) Serve on a mission team Develop personal mission statement and faith story to share (classes)

SERVING OTHERS AND FOLLOWING THE EXAMPLE OF OUR LORD JESUS IN THE WORLD

Acts 18 amp Matt 514-16 - The call to go share Godrsquos love and be light to the world

Share your faith experiences with and knowledge of Christ

Pursue your God-given purpose

Live like Jesus 247 Reach out to the worldcultivate your personal mission beyond the church

ACTION STEPS

Regular worship Prayer class Bible study or other Growth Group ldquoPurpose Driven

Liferdquo Group

Serve on a ministry team

HEAR GODrsquoS WORD AND SHARE THE LORDrsquoS SUPPER

Matt 724 - Building life on the foundation of Godrsquos love

Develop a personal relationship with God through Jesus Christ

Grow in the 5 Biblical Purposes

Learn and embrace the 6 Faith Practices of Discipleship Bible study prayer community worship giving spiritual relationships serving

ACTION STEPS

Equip Classes

Spiritual Gifts SHAPE Facilitation Leadership

________

Explore new areas of service

Discover your Spiritual Gifts and find meaningful joy-filled ways to serve

Discover your unique SHAPE for ministry the combination of your spiritual gifts heart (passions) abilities personality and experiences

Become who God created you to be

LIVE AND PROCLAIM THE GOOD NEWS OF GOD IN CHRIST THROUGH WORD AND DEED

1 Cor 127 - Each person using the gifts of the Holy Spirit for the good of all

version 912

8

9

10

October Newsletter 2012

4th 5th 6th Preteens

Friday October 19 Operation Christmas

Child Project Popcorn amp Movie Night 630‐930 PM Bring friends

Kidrsquos Ministry is more than exited to present our PraiseLand 3 year old preschoolers with their very own Bibles Children will receive their new Bible in ldquobig churchrdquo on Sun‐day October 7 939 amp 1100 ser‐vices All of our preschoolers will be singing their song called the B‐I‐B‐L‐E Donrsquot this special milestone event

TRUNK or TREAT HARVEST FEST

Saturday October 27 2012

700 pm

Friends amp Families are invited to decorate the trunk of their vehicle for our Halloween Harvest Fest Sign Up in the Worship Center

Refreshments Treats Prizes Games Bonfire amp Community Garden Celebration

Mid-week Wednesday Evenings

4 years oldmdash5th Grade

Dinner 6 PM Worship 645 PM Kids Stuff 7-8 PM Nursery Available

Halloween Wednesday

October 24 Itrsquos costume night

Job OPENING Nursery care Provider Staff Position 13-20 hours per month Applications in nursery Must be at least 18 years old

Gift Bible Sunday

11

Grief Support Wintrsquos Healing Hearts Grief Support Group for all ages for those who have recently lost a loved one will be held Tuesday October 9 2012 at 7pm The topic of this monthrsquos meeting is ldquoGrieving as a Familyrdquo The meeting will be led by Bereavement Counselor Linda Whiting LPC NCC Meeting location is at the Carriage House in Clintonwood Park on Clarkston Road Clarkston No registration is necessary (walk-in) free of charge Call (248-625-5231) or email wintfuneralhomeaolcom with questions

American Red Cross Emergency Blood Supply

Thank you to everyone who donated their time and blood for our September blood drive Thanks to you we have the potential to help 62 people in need of our life giving blood Jesus gave all of his blood to save us and we will have opportunity to give some of ours to save someone else Please plan to donate at our next drive on Monday January 21 from 1-7pm Yes you can sign up now Contact Deborah Robitaille at (248) 625-3288 and letrsquos get our calendarrsquos booked now so we donrsquot let this opportunity pass us by

Community Garden To date our team has already harvested and donated nearly 2000 pounds of fresh produce to the Open Door Outreach Center to feed the hungry in our community As we prepare for the fall close of the garden and plan for next year there is still a need for volunteers in this ministry Contact coordinator Beth Burnett at (734) 516-9144

Fall Greetings What a joy it is to be a part of the upcoming festivi-ties here at Calvary Confirmation is well under way and we are so blessed this year to have the largest confirmation group ever at Calvary We are at 55 and still growing God is Good We have a great year planned for the faith formation of our young people here at Calvary Another fun event I always look forward to in the Fall is our youth night at the Haunted Corn maze This is coming up soon so please make sure to mark it on your calendar One of the elements of youth ministry wersquore imple-menting this year in youth ministry is the Faith 5 The Faith 5 are Share your highs amp lows Read Godrsquos Word Talk about what yoursquove heard in the Word Pray with each other and Bless one another I invite everyone at Calvary to join our youth this year as they practice the Faith 5

Finally another event I look forward to every year is our annual Trunk-R-Treat and Fall harvest Fest This year wersquove challenged folks to step it up a bit We hope we have even more cars and that this year the youth really outdo themselves We will have a great night of fun fellowship and food so please sign-up to decorate a car Part of this event is a celebration of the bountiful harvest we have been blessed with in our community garden minis-try This year despite the drought and intense heat bugs and critters we will deliver over 2000 pounds of fresh produce grown right here at our White Lake campus Praise be to God I want to thank all of those who have put in the blood sweat and tears this season Without your dedication and hard work to make this yearrsquos harvest one that im-pacts so many lives this wouldnrsquot have been the success it has Thank you so much

12

Youth Pastor Ken Fouty Youth Program Coordinator Deborah Robitaille

Youth Ministry Need We are still praying and trusting God for a leader for our 6th amp 7th graders are 11am on Sunday mornings This is a perfect group if you are a new or prospective youth leader and want to find a place to connect in This is a smaller group of kids with a large capacity for fun Material and training are provided along with a training mentor If you have been considering youth ministry and are interested in talking about this please let us know This is also a ministry area that could be shared by 2 people to accommodate your schedule Staff Contact Deborah Robitaille

Important Upcoming Dates Grades 6-12 Unless Otherwise Indicated

bull October 26 Haunted Corn Maze bull October 27 Trunk or Treat bull October 28 Rite of Confirmation (10th

Grade) bull December 27-30 The Gathering (Grades

9-12) bull January 18-20 Confirmation amp Senior

High Winter Retreat (Grades 8-12)

Adopt A Highway Service Project As we end another season of our AAH project we would like to thank Cheryl Rajala for heading up this team Cheryl has dedicated herself to the organization of this project for many years and we appreciate her passion for serving in the community Be sure to look for our 2013 pick up date in the Spring Thanks to Shawn Dunn Pastor Jonathan Andy Rajala amp Kyle Konzer for their help with our fall pickup

Haunted Corn Maze Friday October 26 we will meet at our Clarkston Campus at 700 pm where we will have a pizza din-ner and then head out to the haunted corn maze At newsletter print time the local corn maze had not opened so location and price will be published soon on our website and in the weekly Happenings Grades 6-college are welcome We will need parents to drive and to help with food Sign up on the youth bulletin board at the Clarkston Campus or contact Deborah Robitaille

Trunk or Treat Youth familiesmdashplease consider decorating a trunk to participate in Trunk or Treat at our White Lake Campus on October 27 at 700 pm This is a very fun family event that is also a service project for our teens to serve the community Be thinking about YOUR possibly prize winning car deacutecor See if you can be the family to beat Pastor Ken and Deborah this year

13

CONFIRMATION 2012shy13 We are thrilled to be starting the 2012‐13 year with the biggest Confirmation class in Calvaryrsquos history We cur‐rently have 56 studentsItrsquos going to be a great year If you havenrsquotenrolled your 8thor 9th grader in the pro‐gram itrsquos not too lateWersquod love to have them join us Please contact me and wersquoll take care of the registration process Parents please remember to check your emails regularly for communications from the Confirmation team You can also stay connected by clicking on the Youth tab on calvaryinfoorg and joining Calvary Connecting Point amp generationCalvary on Facebook Watch for permission slips and registration details for the upcoming events The Gathering ndash Radisson Lansing 1227‐1230 Winter Retreat ndash Camp Michi‐Lu‐Ca l18‐121 Motown Mission ndash Detroit MI 331‐406 I look forward serving in this exciting ministry with your family As always contact me or Pastor Kenif you have any questions Susan Batchik Confirmation Program Coordinator birdlandmiyahoocom 248‐625‐3288 ext 201

Upcoming Confirmation Dates

8thshy9th Grade Oct 14 Family Covenant Ceremony 1100 worship Class 1215shy300 Oct 27 Servant amp Fellowship Event Trunk R Treat shy White LakeCampus Oct 28 Attend Rite of Confirmation 1100 worship Class 1215shy300 Nov 04 Rewind 900shy1100 10th Grade Oct 7 Mini Retreat 1100shy300 Oct 21Confirmation Rehearsal ampFamily Potluck 600shy800 Oct 28 RITE OF CONFIRMATION 1100 worship Reception following Please remember to complete writing your faith story and memorize the Apostlesrsquo Creed

14

August 2012 Church Council Highlights

August 20 2012 diams Council continued book discussion of ldquoAlmost Christianrdquo by Kendra Creasy Dean with a focus on

chapter 7 diams Review amp accept July Council minutes diams Review amp accept July amp YTD financial reports July offering revenues continue to be below the

2012 spending plan expectations thus continue the same YTD trend we have been experienc-ing Discussion about possible year end shortfall

diams 2012 goals and priorities of working groups Leadership development and training ahs been deferred to next year Multisite ministry and site master plan development will continue this fall

diams The staff position of Spiritual Growth Pathway Coordinator has been posted diams SOVA food pantry update diams Review of Carver Governance policy diams We will review Covenant of Racial Reconciliation of the Southeast Michigan Synod next month diams Update on building repairsmdashnew air conditioning until has been installed in Clarkston Flat roof

areas in Clarkston are leaking Estimates are forthcoming Carpet repair estimates for Clark-ston are also forthcoming

diams Walk the Talk Spiritual Growth Pathway materials are in development diams Gift Sunday is November 18 We are currently recruiting volunteers for the Stewardship Team diams Prayer requests diams Prayer

Dear Calvary friends Your prayers and concern have sustained me through my trials over the recent months I have been hospitalized several times and been in physical and occupational therapy at the hospital and a residential rehabilitation center Irsquove had several fingers amputated a systemic infection and a Multiple Sclerosis episode which has led to my inability to walk With therapy determina-tion and Godrsquos fortitude I hope and pray that I will be able to walk again I also hope to regain use of my hands and to retrain my remaining fin-gers I say lsquoI hopersquo but use the term loosely My prayers have turned from lsquohopingrsquo that God will change my situation to imploring Him to grant me the grace faith and endurance to accept my situation as is I strive to find God in unexpected ways and places and to serve him whenever

however and wherever He leads Yoursquove been faithful in visiting me sending notes of love and support to Jeff and me and providing gifts of food meals and snacks This has been a blessing to us as you have generously shared Godrsquos love with us Thank you Presently Irsquom home and enjoying Godrsquos creation in the change of season and of course celebrat-ing our beautiful new-born twin grand daughters Verona and Norah now 2 months old and flour-ishing I pray that Irsquoll be able to be among you again soon I miss you and being among the fellow-ship of all believers You are very dear to me and I thank God for your continued care and con-cern for my family and me In Christian love Gayle Buschur

15

August

Statistics

FAITH GIVING August

General Fund August Giving $ 52844

(Disbursements-August) $ (63340) Year to Date Giving $ 425317 (Disbursements-YTD) $ (523623)

GENERATION TO GENERATION FUND GIVING TOTAL

$1268039

Average WEEKLY Aug Worship Attendance 2010 391 2011 344 2012 345 Average Weekly Attendance YEAR TO DATE 2010 420 2011 427 2012 405

BAPTIZED IN CHRISTrsquoS CHURCH 4 Anthony Jeremy Latozas Alaina Kay Zilka Janie Diane Zilka Madisen Elizabeth Zilka

JOINED IN CHRISTIAN MARRIAGE 1 Jessica Louise Page amp Adam Michael Kliebert

CHRISTIAN FUNERAL WORSHIP 2 Mary Ison Jenny Bannister

JOINED IN MEMBERSHIP 0

Average WEEKLY Aug Sunday School Attendance 2010 na 2011 na 2012 na Average Weekly Sunday School YEAR TO DATE 2010 140 2011 123 2012 85

Average WEEKLY Aug Feast Attendance 2010 120 2011 80 2012 92 Average Weekly FEAST YEAR TO DATE 2010 65 2011 50 2012 65

Average WEEKLY Aug Growth Group Attendance 2010 na 2011 na 2012 na Average Weekly Growth Group YEAR TO DATE 2010 116 2011 72 2012 75

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WT5mdash INTRODUCTION TO THE SPIRITUAL GROWTH PATHWAY

A great group to join this fall if you have still have a lot of questions about Calvaryrsquos new Spiritual Growth Pathway What is it Am I already on it Is it really worth my time Where do I fit Is the Pathway here to stay

Sun1030AM Clark Harris and Chris Cortez

Wed 10AM Wed FEAST 7PM Pastor Jonathan Carol Martus

WT6 mdash BIBLE STUDY 101

Do you find the Bible so overwhelming you avoid opening it yet are sometimes embar rassed you donrsquot know more Do your kids seem to know more than you do Meet others in the same boat and be gently guided through the basics with both prayer and good humor

Wed FEAST 7PM Debbie Heierman WT7 mdash WOMENrsquoS FRIENDSHIP amp STUDY GROUP

Come grow with us as we read the Bible together and discuss topics women both want and need to talk about Friendship guaranteed

Tues 1230mdash2PM Dianne Bretz WT8 mdash THE PURPOSE DRIVEN LIFE

Using Pastor Rick Warrenrsquos bestselling book you will be compelled by truth motivated to change and inspired to obtain unparalleled spiritual growth A Calvary basic that will help you better understand our language and culture

WT9 mdash CALVARY CONNECTIONS

Social planning group with the mission to provide opportunities for Calvary members and friends to get to know one another better through fun fellowship events

WT10 mdash PRAYERmdashDOES IT MAKE ANY DIFFERENCE

The most challenging and perplexing yet deeply rewarding aspect of our relationship with God is prayer But what is prayer And if God already knows all how can it matter What can it change Search for real answers with the help of Philip Yanceyrsquos book and teaching

Tues 715PMmdashVan Goorrsquos home 4060 Cross Rd Annie Van Goor

6

WT11 mdash DISCOVERING GODrsquoS VISION FOR YOUR LIFE YOU AND YOUR SPIRITUAL GIFTS

Discover your spiritual gifts while exploring your lifersquos purpose learn to understand your Christian DNA and plug into Godrsquos amazing powermdashhow the Holy Spirit desires to live through you to reach and serve others A life-changing Calvary basic everyone should experience

Sun 4mdash6PM Debbie Heierman

WT12 mdash SHAPE

Spiritual Gifts Heart Abilities Personality and Experiencesmdashtogether these form your SHAPE for ministry Grow in your understanding of how you have been uniquely designed by God for specific joy-filled service and purpose Helpful to have taken Discovering Godrsquos Vision for Your Life You and Your Spiritual Gifts prior

Wed FEAST 7PM Christy van Solkema amp Deborah Herdman WT13 mdash BECOMING AN EFFECTIVE FACILITATOR

Learn how to (1) build community in your family small group of office setting (2) use group facilitation skills (3) become comfortable praying out loud in a groupfamily setting (4) understand yourself better as a leader and (5) learn which Biblical character models your leadership style Part of Calvaryrsquos ldquoEquipping Effective Leadersrdquo series

Wed FEAST 645PM Marty Chaffee WT14 mdash WHITE LAKE MISSION DEVELOPMENT

Join us as we explore the vision and mission for our White Lake campus through the lens of Calvarys DNA What does it look like to Know Christ and Make Christ Known through the resources God has blessed us with How can we best invite the White Lake community into the Calvary community that seeks to impact the world with the story of Christ to live Better Together

Wed FEAST 7PM Pastor Ken WT15 mdash COMMUNITY IMPACT PLANNING TEAM

On Nov 11 we will culminate our 40DAYS journey with a Community Impact Service Day in which we hope to involve hundreds in serving This team stems from the 2011 Holy Land Pilgrimage whose lives have been transformed to make a difference in the world Gather at the Heiermanrsquos (6279 Lake Waldon Dr) for a weekly meal together to think and plan and execute this churchwide service day

Sun 530PM Pastor Jonathan

7

ACTION STEPS

Worship Baptism Discover Calvary Parts A amp B Join ldquoConnectrdquo or other entry level Growth Group

LIVE AMONG GODrsquoS FAITHFUL PEOPLE AT CALVARY

John 139 - Jesus invites us to lsquocome and seersquo

Come as you really arehellipdiscover Godrsquos grace and learn about the church

Learn the 5 Biblical Purposes worship fellowship discipleship ministry Mission Connect to God through Godrsquos people get involved

Become a part of the Body of Christ at Calvary through Baptism or Affirmation of Baptism Membership

ACTION STEPS

Mission trip participation (behind the scene or front line) Serve on a mission team Develop personal mission statement and faith story to share (classes)

SERVING OTHERS AND FOLLOWING THE EXAMPLE OF OUR LORD JESUS IN THE WORLD

Acts 18 amp Matt 514-16 - The call to go share Godrsquos love and be light to the world

Share your faith experiences with and knowledge of Christ

Pursue your God-given purpose

Live like Jesus 247 Reach out to the worldcultivate your personal mission beyond the church

ACTION STEPS

Regular worship Prayer class Bible study or other Growth Group ldquoPurpose Driven

Liferdquo Group

Serve on a ministry team

HEAR GODrsquoS WORD AND SHARE THE LORDrsquoS SUPPER

Matt 724 - Building life on the foundation of Godrsquos love

Develop a personal relationship with God through Jesus Christ

Grow in the 5 Biblical Purposes

Learn and embrace the 6 Faith Practices of Discipleship Bible study prayer community worship giving spiritual relationships serving

ACTION STEPS

Equip Classes

Spiritual Gifts SHAPE Facilitation Leadership

________

Explore new areas of service

Discover your Spiritual Gifts and find meaningful joy-filled ways to serve

Discover your unique SHAPE for ministry the combination of your spiritual gifts heart (passions) abilities personality and experiences

Become who God created you to be

LIVE AND PROCLAIM THE GOOD NEWS OF GOD IN CHRIST THROUGH WORD AND DEED

1 Cor 127 - Each person using the gifts of the Holy Spirit for the good of all

version 912

8

9

10

October Newsletter 2012

4th 5th 6th Preteens

Friday October 19 Operation Christmas

Child Project Popcorn amp Movie Night 630‐930 PM Bring friends

Kidrsquos Ministry is more than exited to present our PraiseLand 3 year old preschoolers with their very own Bibles Children will receive their new Bible in ldquobig churchrdquo on Sun‐day October 7 939 amp 1100 ser‐vices All of our preschoolers will be singing their song called the B‐I‐B‐L‐E Donrsquot this special milestone event

TRUNK or TREAT HARVEST FEST

Saturday October 27 2012

700 pm

Friends amp Families are invited to decorate the trunk of their vehicle for our Halloween Harvest Fest Sign Up in the Worship Center

Refreshments Treats Prizes Games Bonfire amp Community Garden Celebration

Mid-week Wednesday Evenings

4 years oldmdash5th Grade

Dinner 6 PM Worship 645 PM Kids Stuff 7-8 PM Nursery Available

Halloween Wednesday

October 24 Itrsquos costume night

Job OPENING Nursery care Provider Staff Position 13-20 hours per month Applications in nursery Must be at least 18 years old

Gift Bible Sunday

11

Grief Support Wintrsquos Healing Hearts Grief Support Group for all ages for those who have recently lost a loved one will be held Tuesday October 9 2012 at 7pm The topic of this monthrsquos meeting is ldquoGrieving as a Familyrdquo The meeting will be led by Bereavement Counselor Linda Whiting LPC NCC Meeting location is at the Carriage House in Clintonwood Park on Clarkston Road Clarkston No registration is necessary (walk-in) free of charge Call (248-625-5231) or email wintfuneralhomeaolcom with questions

American Red Cross Emergency Blood Supply

Thank you to everyone who donated their time and blood for our September blood drive Thanks to you we have the potential to help 62 people in need of our life giving blood Jesus gave all of his blood to save us and we will have opportunity to give some of ours to save someone else Please plan to donate at our next drive on Monday January 21 from 1-7pm Yes you can sign up now Contact Deborah Robitaille at (248) 625-3288 and letrsquos get our calendarrsquos booked now so we donrsquot let this opportunity pass us by

Community Garden To date our team has already harvested and donated nearly 2000 pounds of fresh produce to the Open Door Outreach Center to feed the hungry in our community As we prepare for the fall close of the garden and plan for next year there is still a need for volunteers in this ministry Contact coordinator Beth Burnett at (734) 516-9144

Fall Greetings What a joy it is to be a part of the upcoming festivi-ties here at Calvary Confirmation is well under way and we are so blessed this year to have the largest confirmation group ever at Calvary We are at 55 and still growing God is Good We have a great year planned for the faith formation of our young people here at Calvary Another fun event I always look forward to in the Fall is our youth night at the Haunted Corn maze This is coming up soon so please make sure to mark it on your calendar One of the elements of youth ministry wersquore imple-menting this year in youth ministry is the Faith 5 The Faith 5 are Share your highs amp lows Read Godrsquos Word Talk about what yoursquove heard in the Word Pray with each other and Bless one another I invite everyone at Calvary to join our youth this year as they practice the Faith 5

Finally another event I look forward to every year is our annual Trunk-R-Treat and Fall harvest Fest This year wersquove challenged folks to step it up a bit We hope we have even more cars and that this year the youth really outdo themselves We will have a great night of fun fellowship and food so please sign-up to decorate a car Part of this event is a celebration of the bountiful harvest we have been blessed with in our community garden minis-try This year despite the drought and intense heat bugs and critters we will deliver over 2000 pounds of fresh produce grown right here at our White Lake campus Praise be to God I want to thank all of those who have put in the blood sweat and tears this season Without your dedication and hard work to make this yearrsquos harvest one that im-pacts so many lives this wouldnrsquot have been the success it has Thank you so much

12

Youth Pastor Ken Fouty Youth Program Coordinator Deborah Robitaille

Youth Ministry Need We are still praying and trusting God for a leader for our 6th amp 7th graders are 11am on Sunday mornings This is a perfect group if you are a new or prospective youth leader and want to find a place to connect in This is a smaller group of kids with a large capacity for fun Material and training are provided along with a training mentor If you have been considering youth ministry and are interested in talking about this please let us know This is also a ministry area that could be shared by 2 people to accommodate your schedule Staff Contact Deborah Robitaille

Important Upcoming Dates Grades 6-12 Unless Otherwise Indicated

bull October 26 Haunted Corn Maze bull October 27 Trunk or Treat bull October 28 Rite of Confirmation (10th

Grade) bull December 27-30 The Gathering (Grades

9-12) bull January 18-20 Confirmation amp Senior

High Winter Retreat (Grades 8-12)

Adopt A Highway Service Project As we end another season of our AAH project we would like to thank Cheryl Rajala for heading up this team Cheryl has dedicated herself to the organization of this project for many years and we appreciate her passion for serving in the community Be sure to look for our 2013 pick up date in the Spring Thanks to Shawn Dunn Pastor Jonathan Andy Rajala amp Kyle Konzer for their help with our fall pickup

Haunted Corn Maze Friday October 26 we will meet at our Clarkston Campus at 700 pm where we will have a pizza din-ner and then head out to the haunted corn maze At newsletter print time the local corn maze had not opened so location and price will be published soon on our website and in the weekly Happenings Grades 6-college are welcome We will need parents to drive and to help with food Sign up on the youth bulletin board at the Clarkston Campus or contact Deborah Robitaille

Trunk or Treat Youth familiesmdashplease consider decorating a trunk to participate in Trunk or Treat at our White Lake Campus on October 27 at 700 pm This is a very fun family event that is also a service project for our teens to serve the community Be thinking about YOUR possibly prize winning car deacutecor See if you can be the family to beat Pastor Ken and Deborah this year

13

CONFIRMATION 2012shy13 We are thrilled to be starting the 2012‐13 year with the biggest Confirmation class in Calvaryrsquos history We cur‐rently have 56 studentsItrsquos going to be a great year If you havenrsquotenrolled your 8thor 9th grader in the pro‐gram itrsquos not too lateWersquod love to have them join us Please contact me and wersquoll take care of the registration process Parents please remember to check your emails regularly for communications from the Confirmation team You can also stay connected by clicking on the Youth tab on calvaryinfoorg and joining Calvary Connecting Point amp generationCalvary on Facebook Watch for permission slips and registration details for the upcoming events The Gathering ndash Radisson Lansing 1227‐1230 Winter Retreat ndash Camp Michi‐Lu‐Ca l18‐121 Motown Mission ndash Detroit MI 331‐406 I look forward serving in this exciting ministry with your family As always contact me or Pastor Kenif you have any questions Susan Batchik Confirmation Program Coordinator birdlandmiyahoocom 248‐625‐3288 ext 201

Upcoming Confirmation Dates

8thshy9th Grade Oct 14 Family Covenant Ceremony 1100 worship Class 1215shy300 Oct 27 Servant amp Fellowship Event Trunk R Treat shy White LakeCampus Oct 28 Attend Rite of Confirmation 1100 worship Class 1215shy300 Nov 04 Rewind 900shy1100 10th Grade Oct 7 Mini Retreat 1100shy300 Oct 21Confirmation Rehearsal ampFamily Potluck 600shy800 Oct 28 RITE OF CONFIRMATION 1100 worship Reception following Please remember to complete writing your faith story and memorize the Apostlesrsquo Creed

14

August 2012 Church Council Highlights

August 20 2012 diams Council continued book discussion of ldquoAlmost Christianrdquo by Kendra Creasy Dean with a focus on

chapter 7 diams Review amp accept July Council minutes diams Review amp accept July amp YTD financial reports July offering revenues continue to be below the

2012 spending plan expectations thus continue the same YTD trend we have been experienc-ing Discussion about possible year end shortfall

diams 2012 goals and priorities of working groups Leadership development and training ahs been deferred to next year Multisite ministry and site master plan development will continue this fall

diams The staff position of Spiritual Growth Pathway Coordinator has been posted diams SOVA food pantry update diams Review of Carver Governance policy diams We will review Covenant of Racial Reconciliation of the Southeast Michigan Synod next month diams Update on building repairsmdashnew air conditioning until has been installed in Clarkston Flat roof

areas in Clarkston are leaking Estimates are forthcoming Carpet repair estimates for Clark-ston are also forthcoming

diams Walk the Talk Spiritual Growth Pathway materials are in development diams Gift Sunday is November 18 We are currently recruiting volunteers for the Stewardship Team diams Prayer requests diams Prayer

Dear Calvary friends Your prayers and concern have sustained me through my trials over the recent months I have been hospitalized several times and been in physical and occupational therapy at the hospital and a residential rehabilitation center Irsquove had several fingers amputated a systemic infection and a Multiple Sclerosis episode which has led to my inability to walk With therapy determina-tion and Godrsquos fortitude I hope and pray that I will be able to walk again I also hope to regain use of my hands and to retrain my remaining fin-gers I say lsquoI hopersquo but use the term loosely My prayers have turned from lsquohopingrsquo that God will change my situation to imploring Him to grant me the grace faith and endurance to accept my situation as is I strive to find God in unexpected ways and places and to serve him whenever

however and wherever He leads Yoursquove been faithful in visiting me sending notes of love and support to Jeff and me and providing gifts of food meals and snacks This has been a blessing to us as you have generously shared Godrsquos love with us Thank you Presently Irsquom home and enjoying Godrsquos creation in the change of season and of course celebrat-ing our beautiful new-born twin grand daughters Verona and Norah now 2 months old and flour-ishing I pray that Irsquoll be able to be among you again soon I miss you and being among the fellow-ship of all believers You are very dear to me and I thank God for your continued care and con-cern for my family and me In Christian love Gayle Buschur

15

August

Statistics

FAITH GIVING August

General Fund August Giving $ 52844

(Disbursements-August) $ (63340) Year to Date Giving $ 425317 (Disbursements-YTD) $ (523623)

GENERATION TO GENERATION FUND GIVING TOTAL

$1268039

Average WEEKLY Aug Worship Attendance 2010 391 2011 344 2012 345 Average Weekly Attendance YEAR TO DATE 2010 420 2011 427 2012 405

BAPTIZED IN CHRISTrsquoS CHURCH 4 Anthony Jeremy Latozas Alaina Kay Zilka Janie Diane Zilka Madisen Elizabeth Zilka

JOINED IN CHRISTIAN MARRIAGE 1 Jessica Louise Page amp Adam Michael Kliebert

CHRISTIAN FUNERAL WORSHIP 2 Mary Ison Jenny Bannister

JOINED IN MEMBERSHIP 0

Average WEEKLY Aug Sunday School Attendance 2010 na 2011 na 2012 na Average Weekly Sunday School YEAR TO DATE 2010 140 2011 123 2012 85

Average WEEKLY Aug Feast Attendance 2010 120 2011 80 2012 92 Average Weekly FEAST YEAR TO DATE 2010 65 2011 50 2012 65

Average WEEKLY Aug Growth Group Attendance 2010 na 2011 na 2012 na Average Weekly Growth Group YEAR TO DATE 2010 116 2011 72 2012 75

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WT11 mdash DISCOVERING GODrsquoS VISION FOR YOUR LIFE YOU AND YOUR SPIRITUAL GIFTS

Discover your spiritual gifts while exploring your lifersquos purpose learn to understand your Christian DNA and plug into Godrsquos amazing powermdashhow the Holy Spirit desires to live through you to reach and serve others A life-changing Calvary basic everyone should experience

Sun 4mdash6PM Debbie Heierman

WT12 mdash SHAPE

Spiritual Gifts Heart Abilities Personality and Experiencesmdashtogether these form your SHAPE for ministry Grow in your understanding of how you have been uniquely designed by God for specific joy-filled service and purpose Helpful to have taken Discovering Godrsquos Vision for Your Life You and Your Spiritual Gifts prior

Wed FEAST 7PM Christy van Solkema amp Deborah Herdman WT13 mdash BECOMING AN EFFECTIVE FACILITATOR

Learn how to (1) build community in your family small group of office setting (2) use group facilitation skills (3) become comfortable praying out loud in a groupfamily setting (4) understand yourself better as a leader and (5) learn which Biblical character models your leadership style Part of Calvaryrsquos ldquoEquipping Effective Leadersrdquo series

Wed FEAST 645PM Marty Chaffee WT14 mdash WHITE LAKE MISSION DEVELOPMENT

Join us as we explore the vision and mission for our White Lake campus through the lens of Calvarys DNA What does it look like to Know Christ and Make Christ Known through the resources God has blessed us with How can we best invite the White Lake community into the Calvary community that seeks to impact the world with the story of Christ to live Better Together

Wed FEAST 7PM Pastor Ken WT15 mdash COMMUNITY IMPACT PLANNING TEAM

On Nov 11 we will culminate our 40DAYS journey with a Community Impact Service Day in which we hope to involve hundreds in serving This team stems from the 2011 Holy Land Pilgrimage whose lives have been transformed to make a difference in the world Gather at the Heiermanrsquos (6279 Lake Waldon Dr) for a weekly meal together to think and plan and execute this churchwide service day

Sun 530PM Pastor Jonathan

7

ACTION STEPS

Worship Baptism Discover Calvary Parts A amp B Join ldquoConnectrdquo or other entry level Growth Group

LIVE AMONG GODrsquoS FAITHFUL PEOPLE AT CALVARY

John 139 - Jesus invites us to lsquocome and seersquo

Come as you really arehellipdiscover Godrsquos grace and learn about the church

Learn the 5 Biblical Purposes worship fellowship discipleship ministry Mission Connect to God through Godrsquos people get involved

Become a part of the Body of Christ at Calvary through Baptism or Affirmation of Baptism Membership

ACTION STEPS

Mission trip participation (behind the scene or front line) Serve on a mission team Develop personal mission statement and faith story to share (classes)

SERVING OTHERS AND FOLLOWING THE EXAMPLE OF OUR LORD JESUS IN THE WORLD

Acts 18 amp Matt 514-16 - The call to go share Godrsquos love and be light to the world

Share your faith experiences with and knowledge of Christ

Pursue your God-given purpose

Live like Jesus 247 Reach out to the worldcultivate your personal mission beyond the church

ACTION STEPS

Regular worship Prayer class Bible study or other Growth Group ldquoPurpose Driven

Liferdquo Group

Serve on a ministry team

HEAR GODrsquoS WORD AND SHARE THE LORDrsquoS SUPPER

Matt 724 - Building life on the foundation of Godrsquos love

Develop a personal relationship with God through Jesus Christ

Grow in the 5 Biblical Purposes

Learn and embrace the 6 Faith Practices of Discipleship Bible study prayer community worship giving spiritual relationships serving

ACTION STEPS

Equip Classes

Spiritual Gifts SHAPE Facilitation Leadership

________

Explore new areas of service

Discover your Spiritual Gifts and find meaningful joy-filled ways to serve

Discover your unique SHAPE for ministry the combination of your spiritual gifts heart (passions) abilities personality and experiences

Become who God created you to be

LIVE AND PROCLAIM THE GOOD NEWS OF GOD IN CHRIST THROUGH WORD AND DEED

1 Cor 127 - Each person using the gifts of the Holy Spirit for the good of all

version 912

8

9

10

October Newsletter 2012

4th 5th 6th Preteens

Friday October 19 Operation Christmas

Child Project Popcorn amp Movie Night 630‐930 PM Bring friends

Kidrsquos Ministry is more than exited to present our PraiseLand 3 year old preschoolers with their very own Bibles Children will receive their new Bible in ldquobig churchrdquo on Sun‐day October 7 939 amp 1100 ser‐vices All of our preschoolers will be singing their song called the B‐I‐B‐L‐E Donrsquot this special milestone event

TRUNK or TREAT HARVEST FEST

Saturday October 27 2012

700 pm

Friends amp Families are invited to decorate the trunk of their vehicle for our Halloween Harvest Fest Sign Up in the Worship Center

Refreshments Treats Prizes Games Bonfire amp Community Garden Celebration

Mid-week Wednesday Evenings

4 years oldmdash5th Grade

Dinner 6 PM Worship 645 PM Kids Stuff 7-8 PM Nursery Available

Halloween Wednesday

October 24 Itrsquos costume night

Job OPENING Nursery care Provider Staff Position 13-20 hours per month Applications in nursery Must be at least 18 years old

Gift Bible Sunday

11

Grief Support Wintrsquos Healing Hearts Grief Support Group for all ages for those who have recently lost a loved one will be held Tuesday October 9 2012 at 7pm The topic of this monthrsquos meeting is ldquoGrieving as a Familyrdquo The meeting will be led by Bereavement Counselor Linda Whiting LPC NCC Meeting location is at the Carriage House in Clintonwood Park on Clarkston Road Clarkston No registration is necessary (walk-in) free of charge Call (248-625-5231) or email wintfuneralhomeaolcom with questions

American Red Cross Emergency Blood Supply

Thank you to everyone who donated their time and blood for our September blood drive Thanks to you we have the potential to help 62 people in need of our life giving blood Jesus gave all of his blood to save us and we will have opportunity to give some of ours to save someone else Please plan to donate at our next drive on Monday January 21 from 1-7pm Yes you can sign up now Contact Deborah Robitaille at (248) 625-3288 and letrsquos get our calendarrsquos booked now so we donrsquot let this opportunity pass us by

Community Garden To date our team has already harvested and donated nearly 2000 pounds of fresh produce to the Open Door Outreach Center to feed the hungry in our community As we prepare for the fall close of the garden and plan for next year there is still a need for volunteers in this ministry Contact coordinator Beth Burnett at (734) 516-9144

Fall Greetings What a joy it is to be a part of the upcoming festivi-ties here at Calvary Confirmation is well under way and we are so blessed this year to have the largest confirmation group ever at Calvary We are at 55 and still growing God is Good We have a great year planned for the faith formation of our young people here at Calvary Another fun event I always look forward to in the Fall is our youth night at the Haunted Corn maze This is coming up soon so please make sure to mark it on your calendar One of the elements of youth ministry wersquore imple-menting this year in youth ministry is the Faith 5 The Faith 5 are Share your highs amp lows Read Godrsquos Word Talk about what yoursquove heard in the Word Pray with each other and Bless one another I invite everyone at Calvary to join our youth this year as they practice the Faith 5

Finally another event I look forward to every year is our annual Trunk-R-Treat and Fall harvest Fest This year wersquove challenged folks to step it up a bit We hope we have even more cars and that this year the youth really outdo themselves We will have a great night of fun fellowship and food so please sign-up to decorate a car Part of this event is a celebration of the bountiful harvest we have been blessed with in our community garden minis-try This year despite the drought and intense heat bugs and critters we will deliver over 2000 pounds of fresh produce grown right here at our White Lake campus Praise be to God I want to thank all of those who have put in the blood sweat and tears this season Without your dedication and hard work to make this yearrsquos harvest one that im-pacts so many lives this wouldnrsquot have been the success it has Thank you so much

12

Youth Pastor Ken Fouty Youth Program Coordinator Deborah Robitaille

Youth Ministry Need We are still praying and trusting God for a leader for our 6th amp 7th graders are 11am on Sunday mornings This is a perfect group if you are a new or prospective youth leader and want to find a place to connect in This is a smaller group of kids with a large capacity for fun Material and training are provided along with a training mentor If you have been considering youth ministry and are interested in talking about this please let us know This is also a ministry area that could be shared by 2 people to accommodate your schedule Staff Contact Deborah Robitaille

Important Upcoming Dates Grades 6-12 Unless Otherwise Indicated

bull October 26 Haunted Corn Maze bull October 27 Trunk or Treat bull October 28 Rite of Confirmation (10th

Grade) bull December 27-30 The Gathering (Grades

9-12) bull January 18-20 Confirmation amp Senior

High Winter Retreat (Grades 8-12)

Adopt A Highway Service Project As we end another season of our AAH project we would like to thank Cheryl Rajala for heading up this team Cheryl has dedicated herself to the organization of this project for many years and we appreciate her passion for serving in the community Be sure to look for our 2013 pick up date in the Spring Thanks to Shawn Dunn Pastor Jonathan Andy Rajala amp Kyle Konzer for their help with our fall pickup

Haunted Corn Maze Friday October 26 we will meet at our Clarkston Campus at 700 pm where we will have a pizza din-ner and then head out to the haunted corn maze At newsletter print time the local corn maze had not opened so location and price will be published soon on our website and in the weekly Happenings Grades 6-college are welcome We will need parents to drive and to help with food Sign up on the youth bulletin board at the Clarkston Campus or contact Deborah Robitaille

Trunk or Treat Youth familiesmdashplease consider decorating a trunk to participate in Trunk or Treat at our White Lake Campus on October 27 at 700 pm This is a very fun family event that is also a service project for our teens to serve the community Be thinking about YOUR possibly prize winning car deacutecor See if you can be the family to beat Pastor Ken and Deborah this year

13

CONFIRMATION 2012shy13 We are thrilled to be starting the 2012‐13 year with the biggest Confirmation class in Calvaryrsquos history We cur‐rently have 56 studentsItrsquos going to be a great year If you havenrsquotenrolled your 8thor 9th grader in the pro‐gram itrsquos not too lateWersquod love to have them join us Please contact me and wersquoll take care of the registration process Parents please remember to check your emails regularly for communications from the Confirmation team You can also stay connected by clicking on the Youth tab on calvaryinfoorg and joining Calvary Connecting Point amp generationCalvary on Facebook Watch for permission slips and registration details for the upcoming events The Gathering ndash Radisson Lansing 1227‐1230 Winter Retreat ndash Camp Michi‐Lu‐Ca l18‐121 Motown Mission ndash Detroit MI 331‐406 I look forward serving in this exciting ministry with your family As always contact me or Pastor Kenif you have any questions Susan Batchik Confirmation Program Coordinator birdlandmiyahoocom 248‐625‐3288 ext 201

Upcoming Confirmation Dates

8thshy9th Grade Oct 14 Family Covenant Ceremony 1100 worship Class 1215shy300 Oct 27 Servant amp Fellowship Event Trunk R Treat shy White LakeCampus Oct 28 Attend Rite of Confirmation 1100 worship Class 1215shy300 Nov 04 Rewind 900shy1100 10th Grade Oct 7 Mini Retreat 1100shy300 Oct 21Confirmation Rehearsal ampFamily Potluck 600shy800 Oct 28 RITE OF CONFIRMATION 1100 worship Reception following Please remember to complete writing your faith story and memorize the Apostlesrsquo Creed

14

August 2012 Church Council Highlights

August 20 2012 diams Council continued book discussion of ldquoAlmost Christianrdquo by Kendra Creasy Dean with a focus on

chapter 7 diams Review amp accept July Council minutes diams Review amp accept July amp YTD financial reports July offering revenues continue to be below the

2012 spending plan expectations thus continue the same YTD trend we have been experienc-ing Discussion about possible year end shortfall

diams 2012 goals and priorities of working groups Leadership development and training ahs been deferred to next year Multisite ministry and site master plan development will continue this fall

diams The staff position of Spiritual Growth Pathway Coordinator has been posted diams SOVA food pantry update diams Review of Carver Governance policy diams We will review Covenant of Racial Reconciliation of the Southeast Michigan Synod next month diams Update on building repairsmdashnew air conditioning until has been installed in Clarkston Flat roof

areas in Clarkston are leaking Estimates are forthcoming Carpet repair estimates for Clark-ston are also forthcoming

diams Walk the Talk Spiritual Growth Pathway materials are in development diams Gift Sunday is November 18 We are currently recruiting volunteers for the Stewardship Team diams Prayer requests diams Prayer

Dear Calvary friends Your prayers and concern have sustained me through my trials over the recent months I have been hospitalized several times and been in physical and occupational therapy at the hospital and a residential rehabilitation center Irsquove had several fingers amputated a systemic infection and a Multiple Sclerosis episode which has led to my inability to walk With therapy determina-tion and Godrsquos fortitude I hope and pray that I will be able to walk again I also hope to regain use of my hands and to retrain my remaining fin-gers I say lsquoI hopersquo but use the term loosely My prayers have turned from lsquohopingrsquo that God will change my situation to imploring Him to grant me the grace faith and endurance to accept my situation as is I strive to find God in unexpected ways and places and to serve him whenever

however and wherever He leads Yoursquove been faithful in visiting me sending notes of love and support to Jeff and me and providing gifts of food meals and snacks This has been a blessing to us as you have generously shared Godrsquos love with us Thank you Presently Irsquom home and enjoying Godrsquos creation in the change of season and of course celebrat-ing our beautiful new-born twin grand daughters Verona and Norah now 2 months old and flour-ishing I pray that Irsquoll be able to be among you again soon I miss you and being among the fellow-ship of all believers You are very dear to me and I thank God for your continued care and con-cern for my family and me In Christian love Gayle Buschur

15

August

Statistics

FAITH GIVING August

General Fund August Giving $ 52844

(Disbursements-August) $ (63340) Year to Date Giving $ 425317 (Disbursements-YTD) $ (523623)

GENERATION TO GENERATION FUND GIVING TOTAL

$1268039

Average WEEKLY Aug Worship Attendance 2010 391 2011 344 2012 345 Average Weekly Attendance YEAR TO DATE 2010 420 2011 427 2012 405

BAPTIZED IN CHRISTrsquoS CHURCH 4 Anthony Jeremy Latozas Alaina Kay Zilka Janie Diane Zilka Madisen Elizabeth Zilka

JOINED IN CHRISTIAN MARRIAGE 1 Jessica Louise Page amp Adam Michael Kliebert

CHRISTIAN FUNERAL WORSHIP 2 Mary Ison Jenny Bannister

JOINED IN MEMBERSHIP 0

Average WEEKLY Aug Sunday School Attendance 2010 na 2011 na 2012 na Average Weekly Sunday School YEAR TO DATE 2010 140 2011 123 2012 85

Average WEEKLY Aug Feast Attendance 2010 120 2011 80 2012 92 Average Weekly FEAST YEAR TO DATE 2010 65 2011 50 2012 65

Average WEEKLY Aug Growth Group Attendance 2010 na 2011 na 2012 na Average Weekly Growth Group YEAR TO DATE 2010 116 2011 72 2012 75

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ACTION STEPS

Worship Baptism Discover Calvary Parts A amp B Join ldquoConnectrdquo or other entry level Growth Group

LIVE AMONG GODrsquoS FAITHFUL PEOPLE AT CALVARY

John 139 - Jesus invites us to lsquocome and seersquo

Come as you really arehellipdiscover Godrsquos grace and learn about the church

Learn the 5 Biblical Purposes worship fellowship discipleship ministry Mission Connect to God through Godrsquos people get involved

Become a part of the Body of Christ at Calvary through Baptism or Affirmation of Baptism Membership

ACTION STEPS

Mission trip participation (behind the scene or front line) Serve on a mission team Develop personal mission statement and faith story to share (classes)

SERVING OTHERS AND FOLLOWING THE EXAMPLE OF OUR LORD JESUS IN THE WORLD

Acts 18 amp Matt 514-16 - The call to go share Godrsquos love and be light to the world

Share your faith experiences with and knowledge of Christ

Pursue your God-given purpose

Live like Jesus 247 Reach out to the worldcultivate your personal mission beyond the church

ACTION STEPS

Regular worship Prayer class Bible study or other Growth Group ldquoPurpose Driven

Liferdquo Group

Serve on a ministry team

HEAR GODrsquoS WORD AND SHARE THE LORDrsquoS SUPPER

Matt 724 - Building life on the foundation of Godrsquos love

Develop a personal relationship with God through Jesus Christ

Grow in the 5 Biblical Purposes

Learn and embrace the 6 Faith Practices of Discipleship Bible study prayer community worship giving spiritual relationships serving

ACTION STEPS

Equip Classes

Spiritual Gifts SHAPE Facilitation Leadership

________

Explore new areas of service

Discover your Spiritual Gifts and find meaningful joy-filled ways to serve

Discover your unique SHAPE for ministry the combination of your spiritual gifts heart (passions) abilities personality and experiences

Become who God created you to be

LIVE AND PROCLAIM THE GOOD NEWS OF GOD IN CHRIST THROUGH WORD AND DEED

1 Cor 127 - Each person using the gifts of the Holy Spirit for the good of all

version 912

8

9

10

October Newsletter 2012

4th 5th 6th Preteens

Friday October 19 Operation Christmas

Child Project Popcorn amp Movie Night 630‐930 PM Bring friends

Kidrsquos Ministry is more than exited to present our PraiseLand 3 year old preschoolers with their very own Bibles Children will receive their new Bible in ldquobig churchrdquo on Sun‐day October 7 939 amp 1100 ser‐vices All of our preschoolers will be singing their song called the B‐I‐B‐L‐E Donrsquot this special milestone event

TRUNK or TREAT HARVEST FEST

Saturday October 27 2012

700 pm

Friends amp Families are invited to decorate the trunk of their vehicle for our Halloween Harvest Fest Sign Up in the Worship Center

Refreshments Treats Prizes Games Bonfire amp Community Garden Celebration

Mid-week Wednesday Evenings

4 years oldmdash5th Grade

Dinner 6 PM Worship 645 PM Kids Stuff 7-8 PM Nursery Available

Halloween Wednesday

October 24 Itrsquos costume night

Job OPENING Nursery care Provider Staff Position 13-20 hours per month Applications in nursery Must be at least 18 years old

Gift Bible Sunday

11

Grief Support Wintrsquos Healing Hearts Grief Support Group for all ages for those who have recently lost a loved one will be held Tuesday October 9 2012 at 7pm The topic of this monthrsquos meeting is ldquoGrieving as a Familyrdquo The meeting will be led by Bereavement Counselor Linda Whiting LPC NCC Meeting location is at the Carriage House in Clintonwood Park on Clarkston Road Clarkston No registration is necessary (walk-in) free of charge Call (248-625-5231) or email wintfuneralhomeaolcom with questions

American Red Cross Emergency Blood Supply

Thank you to everyone who donated their time and blood for our September blood drive Thanks to you we have the potential to help 62 people in need of our life giving blood Jesus gave all of his blood to save us and we will have opportunity to give some of ours to save someone else Please plan to donate at our next drive on Monday January 21 from 1-7pm Yes you can sign up now Contact Deborah Robitaille at (248) 625-3288 and letrsquos get our calendarrsquos booked now so we donrsquot let this opportunity pass us by

Community Garden To date our team has already harvested and donated nearly 2000 pounds of fresh produce to the Open Door Outreach Center to feed the hungry in our community As we prepare for the fall close of the garden and plan for next year there is still a need for volunteers in this ministry Contact coordinator Beth Burnett at (734) 516-9144

Fall Greetings What a joy it is to be a part of the upcoming festivi-ties here at Calvary Confirmation is well under way and we are so blessed this year to have the largest confirmation group ever at Calvary We are at 55 and still growing God is Good We have a great year planned for the faith formation of our young people here at Calvary Another fun event I always look forward to in the Fall is our youth night at the Haunted Corn maze This is coming up soon so please make sure to mark it on your calendar One of the elements of youth ministry wersquore imple-menting this year in youth ministry is the Faith 5 The Faith 5 are Share your highs amp lows Read Godrsquos Word Talk about what yoursquove heard in the Word Pray with each other and Bless one another I invite everyone at Calvary to join our youth this year as they practice the Faith 5

Finally another event I look forward to every year is our annual Trunk-R-Treat and Fall harvest Fest This year wersquove challenged folks to step it up a bit We hope we have even more cars and that this year the youth really outdo themselves We will have a great night of fun fellowship and food so please sign-up to decorate a car Part of this event is a celebration of the bountiful harvest we have been blessed with in our community garden minis-try This year despite the drought and intense heat bugs and critters we will deliver over 2000 pounds of fresh produce grown right here at our White Lake campus Praise be to God I want to thank all of those who have put in the blood sweat and tears this season Without your dedication and hard work to make this yearrsquos harvest one that im-pacts so many lives this wouldnrsquot have been the success it has Thank you so much

12

Youth Pastor Ken Fouty Youth Program Coordinator Deborah Robitaille

Youth Ministry Need We are still praying and trusting God for a leader for our 6th amp 7th graders are 11am on Sunday mornings This is a perfect group if you are a new or prospective youth leader and want to find a place to connect in This is a smaller group of kids with a large capacity for fun Material and training are provided along with a training mentor If you have been considering youth ministry and are interested in talking about this please let us know This is also a ministry area that could be shared by 2 people to accommodate your schedule Staff Contact Deborah Robitaille

Important Upcoming Dates Grades 6-12 Unless Otherwise Indicated

bull October 26 Haunted Corn Maze bull October 27 Trunk or Treat bull October 28 Rite of Confirmation (10th

Grade) bull December 27-30 The Gathering (Grades

9-12) bull January 18-20 Confirmation amp Senior

High Winter Retreat (Grades 8-12)

Adopt A Highway Service Project As we end another season of our AAH project we would like to thank Cheryl Rajala for heading up this team Cheryl has dedicated herself to the organization of this project for many years and we appreciate her passion for serving in the community Be sure to look for our 2013 pick up date in the Spring Thanks to Shawn Dunn Pastor Jonathan Andy Rajala amp Kyle Konzer for their help with our fall pickup

Haunted Corn Maze Friday October 26 we will meet at our Clarkston Campus at 700 pm where we will have a pizza din-ner and then head out to the haunted corn maze At newsletter print time the local corn maze had not opened so location and price will be published soon on our website and in the weekly Happenings Grades 6-college are welcome We will need parents to drive and to help with food Sign up on the youth bulletin board at the Clarkston Campus or contact Deborah Robitaille

Trunk or Treat Youth familiesmdashplease consider decorating a trunk to participate in Trunk or Treat at our White Lake Campus on October 27 at 700 pm This is a very fun family event that is also a service project for our teens to serve the community Be thinking about YOUR possibly prize winning car deacutecor See if you can be the family to beat Pastor Ken and Deborah this year

13

CONFIRMATION 2012shy13 We are thrilled to be starting the 2012‐13 year with the biggest Confirmation class in Calvaryrsquos history We cur‐rently have 56 studentsItrsquos going to be a great year If you havenrsquotenrolled your 8thor 9th grader in the pro‐gram itrsquos not too lateWersquod love to have them join us Please contact me and wersquoll take care of the registration process Parents please remember to check your emails regularly for communications from the Confirmation team You can also stay connected by clicking on the Youth tab on calvaryinfoorg and joining Calvary Connecting Point amp generationCalvary on Facebook Watch for permission slips and registration details for the upcoming events The Gathering ndash Radisson Lansing 1227‐1230 Winter Retreat ndash Camp Michi‐Lu‐Ca l18‐121 Motown Mission ndash Detroit MI 331‐406 I look forward serving in this exciting ministry with your family As always contact me or Pastor Kenif you have any questions Susan Batchik Confirmation Program Coordinator birdlandmiyahoocom 248‐625‐3288 ext 201

Upcoming Confirmation Dates

8thshy9th Grade Oct 14 Family Covenant Ceremony 1100 worship Class 1215shy300 Oct 27 Servant amp Fellowship Event Trunk R Treat shy White LakeCampus Oct 28 Attend Rite of Confirmation 1100 worship Class 1215shy300 Nov 04 Rewind 900shy1100 10th Grade Oct 7 Mini Retreat 1100shy300 Oct 21Confirmation Rehearsal ampFamily Potluck 600shy800 Oct 28 RITE OF CONFIRMATION 1100 worship Reception following Please remember to complete writing your faith story and memorize the Apostlesrsquo Creed

14

August 2012 Church Council Highlights

August 20 2012 diams Council continued book discussion of ldquoAlmost Christianrdquo by Kendra Creasy Dean with a focus on

chapter 7 diams Review amp accept July Council minutes diams Review amp accept July amp YTD financial reports July offering revenues continue to be below the

2012 spending plan expectations thus continue the same YTD trend we have been experienc-ing Discussion about possible year end shortfall

diams 2012 goals and priorities of working groups Leadership development and training ahs been deferred to next year Multisite ministry and site master plan development will continue this fall

diams The staff position of Spiritual Growth Pathway Coordinator has been posted diams SOVA food pantry update diams Review of Carver Governance policy diams We will review Covenant of Racial Reconciliation of the Southeast Michigan Synod next month diams Update on building repairsmdashnew air conditioning until has been installed in Clarkston Flat roof

areas in Clarkston are leaking Estimates are forthcoming Carpet repair estimates for Clark-ston are also forthcoming

diams Walk the Talk Spiritual Growth Pathway materials are in development diams Gift Sunday is November 18 We are currently recruiting volunteers for the Stewardship Team diams Prayer requests diams Prayer

Dear Calvary friends Your prayers and concern have sustained me through my trials over the recent months I have been hospitalized several times and been in physical and occupational therapy at the hospital and a residential rehabilitation center Irsquove had several fingers amputated a systemic infection and a Multiple Sclerosis episode which has led to my inability to walk With therapy determina-tion and Godrsquos fortitude I hope and pray that I will be able to walk again I also hope to regain use of my hands and to retrain my remaining fin-gers I say lsquoI hopersquo but use the term loosely My prayers have turned from lsquohopingrsquo that God will change my situation to imploring Him to grant me the grace faith and endurance to accept my situation as is I strive to find God in unexpected ways and places and to serve him whenever

however and wherever He leads Yoursquove been faithful in visiting me sending notes of love and support to Jeff and me and providing gifts of food meals and snacks This has been a blessing to us as you have generously shared Godrsquos love with us Thank you Presently Irsquom home and enjoying Godrsquos creation in the change of season and of course celebrat-ing our beautiful new-born twin grand daughters Verona and Norah now 2 months old and flour-ishing I pray that Irsquoll be able to be among you again soon I miss you and being among the fellow-ship of all believers You are very dear to me and I thank God for your continued care and con-cern for my family and me In Christian love Gayle Buschur

15

August

Statistics

FAITH GIVING August

General Fund August Giving $ 52844

(Disbursements-August) $ (63340) Year to Date Giving $ 425317 (Disbursements-YTD) $ (523623)

GENERATION TO GENERATION FUND GIVING TOTAL

$1268039

Average WEEKLY Aug Worship Attendance 2010 391 2011 344 2012 345 Average Weekly Attendance YEAR TO DATE 2010 420 2011 427 2012 405

BAPTIZED IN CHRISTrsquoS CHURCH 4 Anthony Jeremy Latozas Alaina Kay Zilka Janie Diane Zilka Madisen Elizabeth Zilka

JOINED IN CHRISTIAN MARRIAGE 1 Jessica Louise Page amp Adam Michael Kliebert

CHRISTIAN FUNERAL WORSHIP 2 Mary Ison Jenny Bannister

JOINED IN MEMBERSHIP 0

Average WEEKLY Aug Sunday School Attendance 2010 na 2011 na 2012 na Average Weekly Sunday School YEAR TO DATE 2010 140 2011 123 2012 85

Average WEEKLY Aug Feast Attendance 2010 120 2011 80 2012 92 Average Weekly FEAST YEAR TO DATE 2010 65 2011 50 2012 65

Average WEEKLY Aug Growth Group Attendance 2010 na 2011 na 2012 na Average Weekly Growth Group YEAR TO DATE 2010 116 2011 72 2012 75

16

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10

October Newsletter 2012

4th 5th 6th Preteens

Friday October 19 Operation Christmas

Child Project Popcorn amp Movie Night 630‐930 PM Bring friends

Kidrsquos Ministry is more than exited to present our PraiseLand 3 year old preschoolers with their very own Bibles Children will receive their new Bible in ldquobig churchrdquo on Sun‐day October 7 939 amp 1100 ser‐vices All of our preschoolers will be singing their song called the B‐I‐B‐L‐E Donrsquot this special milestone event

TRUNK or TREAT HARVEST FEST

Saturday October 27 2012

700 pm

Friends amp Families are invited to decorate the trunk of their vehicle for our Halloween Harvest Fest Sign Up in the Worship Center

Refreshments Treats Prizes Games Bonfire amp Community Garden Celebration

Mid-week Wednesday Evenings

4 years oldmdash5th Grade

Dinner 6 PM Worship 645 PM Kids Stuff 7-8 PM Nursery Available

Halloween Wednesday

October 24 Itrsquos costume night

Job OPENING Nursery care Provider Staff Position 13-20 hours per month Applications in nursery Must be at least 18 years old

Gift Bible Sunday

11

Grief Support Wintrsquos Healing Hearts Grief Support Group for all ages for those who have recently lost a loved one will be held Tuesday October 9 2012 at 7pm The topic of this monthrsquos meeting is ldquoGrieving as a Familyrdquo The meeting will be led by Bereavement Counselor Linda Whiting LPC NCC Meeting location is at the Carriage House in Clintonwood Park on Clarkston Road Clarkston No registration is necessary (walk-in) free of charge Call (248-625-5231) or email wintfuneralhomeaolcom with questions

American Red Cross Emergency Blood Supply

Thank you to everyone who donated their time and blood for our September blood drive Thanks to you we have the potential to help 62 people in need of our life giving blood Jesus gave all of his blood to save us and we will have opportunity to give some of ours to save someone else Please plan to donate at our next drive on Monday January 21 from 1-7pm Yes you can sign up now Contact Deborah Robitaille at (248) 625-3288 and letrsquos get our calendarrsquos booked now so we donrsquot let this opportunity pass us by

Community Garden To date our team has already harvested and donated nearly 2000 pounds of fresh produce to the Open Door Outreach Center to feed the hungry in our community As we prepare for the fall close of the garden and plan for next year there is still a need for volunteers in this ministry Contact coordinator Beth Burnett at (734) 516-9144

Fall Greetings What a joy it is to be a part of the upcoming festivi-ties here at Calvary Confirmation is well under way and we are so blessed this year to have the largest confirmation group ever at Calvary We are at 55 and still growing God is Good We have a great year planned for the faith formation of our young people here at Calvary Another fun event I always look forward to in the Fall is our youth night at the Haunted Corn maze This is coming up soon so please make sure to mark it on your calendar One of the elements of youth ministry wersquore imple-menting this year in youth ministry is the Faith 5 The Faith 5 are Share your highs amp lows Read Godrsquos Word Talk about what yoursquove heard in the Word Pray with each other and Bless one another I invite everyone at Calvary to join our youth this year as they practice the Faith 5

Finally another event I look forward to every year is our annual Trunk-R-Treat and Fall harvest Fest This year wersquove challenged folks to step it up a bit We hope we have even more cars and that this year the youth really outdo themselves We will have a great night of fun fellowship and food so please sign-up to decorate a car Part of this event is a celebration of the bountiful harvest we have been blessed with in our community garden minis-try This year despite the drought and intense heat bugs and critters we will deliver over 2000 pounds of fresh produce grown right here at our White Lake campus Praise be to God I want to thank all of those who have put in the blood sweat and tears this season Without your dedication and hard work to make this yearrsquos harvest one that im-pacts so many lives this wouldnrsquot have been the success it has Thank you so much

12

Youth Pastor Ken Fouty Youth Program Coordinator Deborah Robitaille

Youth Ministry Need We are still praying and trusting God for a leader for our 6th amp 7th graders are 11am on Sunday mornings This is a perfect group if you are a new or prospective youth leader and want to find a place to connect in This is a smaller group of kids with a large capacity for fun Material and training are provided along with a training mentor If you have been considering youth ministry and are interested in talking about this please let us know This is also a ministry area that could be shared by 2 people to accommodate your schedule Staff Contact Deborah Robitaille

Important Upcoming Dates Grades 6-12 Unless Otherwise Indicated

bull October 26 Haunted Corn Maze bull October 27 Trunk or Treat bull October 28 Rite of Confirmation (10th

Grade) bull December 27-30 The Gathering (Grades

9-12) bull January 18-20 Confirmation amp Senior

High Winter Retreat (Grades 8-12)

Adopt A Highway Service Project As we end another season of our AAH project we would like to thank Cheryl Rajala for heading up this team Cheryl has dedicated herself to the organization of this project for many years and we appreciate her passion for serving in the community Be sure to look for our 2013 pick up date in the Spring Thanks to Shawn Dunn Pastor Jonathan Andy Rajala amp Kyle Konzer for their help with our fall pickup

Haunted Corn Maze Friday October 26 we will meet at our Clarkston Campus at 700 pm where we will have a pizza din-ner and then head out to the haunted corn maze At newsletter print time the local corn maze had not opened so location and price will be published soon on our website and in the weekly Happenings Grades 6-college are welcome We will need parents to drive and to help with food Sign up on the youth bulletin board at the Clarkston Campus or contact Deborah Robitaille

Trunk or Treat Youth familiesmdashplease consider decorating a trunk to participate in Trunk or Treat at our White Lake Campus on October 27 at 700 pm This is a very fun family event that is also a service project for our teens to serve the community Be thinking about YOUR possibly prize winning car deacutecor See if you can be the family to beat Pastor Ken and Deborah this year

13

CONFIRMATION 2012shy13 We are thrilled to be starting the 2012‐13 year with the biggest Confirmation class in Calvaryrsquos history We cur‐rently have 56 studentsItrsquos going to be a great year If you havenrsquotenrolled your 8thor 9th grader in the pro‐gram itrsquos not too lateWersquod love to have them join us Please contact me and wersquoll take care of the registration process Parents please remember to check your emails regularly for communications from the Confirmation team You can also stay connected by clicking on the Youth tab on calvaryinfoorg and joining Calvary Connecting Point amp generationCalvary on Facebook Watch for permission slips and registration details for the upcoming events The Gathering ndash Radisson Lansing 1227‐1230 Winter Retreat ndash Camp Michi‐Lu‐Ca l18‐121 Motown Mission ndash Detroit MI 331‐406 I look forward serving in this exciting ministry with your family As always contact me or Pastor Kenif you have any questions Susan Batchik Confirmation Program Coordinator birdlandmiyahoocom 248‐625‐3288 ext 201

Upcoming Confirmation Dates

8thshy9th Grade Oct 14 Family Covenant Ceremony 1100 worship Class 1215shy300 Oct 27 Servant amp Fellowship Event Trunk R Treat shy White LakeCampus Oct 28 Attend Rite of Confirmation 1100 worship Class 1215shy300 Nov 04 Rewind 900shy1100 10th Grade Oct 7 Mini Retreat 1100shy300 Oct 21Confirmation Rehearsal ampFamily Potluck 600shy800 Oct 28 RITE OF CONFIRMATION 1100 worship Reception following Please remember to complete writing your faith story and memorize the Apostlesrsquo Creed

14

August 2012 Church Council Highlights

August 20 2012 diams Council continued book discussion of ldquoAlmost Christianrdquo by Kendra Creasy Dean with a focus on

chapter 7 diams Review amp accept July Council minutes diams Review amp accept July amp YTD financial reports July offering revenues continue to be below the

2012 spending plan expectations thus continue the same YTD trend we have been experienc-ing Discussion about possible year end shortfall

diams 2012 goals and priorities of working groups Leadership development and training ahs been deferred to next year Multisite ministry and site master plan development will continue this fall

diams The staff position of Spiritual Growth Pathway Coordinator has been posted diams SOVA food pantry update diams Review of Carver Governance policy diams We will review Covenant of Racial Reconciliation of the Southeast Michigan Synod next month diams Update on building repairsmdashnew air conditioning until has been installed in Clarkston Flat roof

areas in Clarkston are leaking Estimates are forthcoming Carpet repair estimates for Clark-ston are also forthcoming

diams Walk the Talk Spiritual Growth Pathway materials are in development diams Gift Sunday is November 18 We are currently recruiting volunteers for the Stewardship Team diams Prayer requests diams Prayer

Dear Calvary friends Your prayers and concern have sustained me through my trials over the recent months I have been hospitalized several times and been in physical and occupational therapy at the hospital and a residential rehabilitation center Irsquove had several fingers amputated a systemic infection and a Multiple Sclerosis episode which has led to my inability to walk With therapy determina-tion and Godrsquos fortitude I hope and pray that I will be able to walk again I also hope to regain use of my hands and to retrain my remaining fin-gers I say lsquoI hopersquo but use the term loosely My prayers have turned from lsquohopingrsquo that God will change my situation to imploring Him to grant me the grace faith and endurance to accept my situation as is I strive to find God in unexpected ways and places and to serve him whenever

however and wherever He leads Yoursquove been faithful in visiting me sending notes of love and support to Jeff and me and providing gifts of food meals and snacks This has been a blessing to us as you have generously shared Godrsquos love with us Thank you Presently Irsquom home and enjoying Godrsquos creation in the change of season and of course celebrat-ing our beautiful new-born twin grand daughters Verona and Norah now 2 months old and flour-ishing I pray that Irsquoll be able to be among you again soon I miss you and being among the fellow-ship of all believers You are very dear to me and I thank God for your continued care and con-cern for my family and me In Christian love Gayle Buschur

15

August

Statistics

FAITH GIVING August

General Fund August Giving $ 52844

(Disbursements-August) $ (63340) Year to Date Giving $ 425317 (Disbursements-YTD) $ (523623)

GENERATION TO GENERATION FUND GIVING TOTAL

$1268039

Average WEEKLY Aug Worship Attendance 2010 391 2011 344 2012 345 Average Weekly Attendance YEAR TO DATE 2010 420 2011 427 2012 405

BAPTIZED IN CHRISTrsquoS CHURCH 4 Anthony Jeremy Latozas Alaina Kay Zilka Janie Diane Zilka Madisen Elizabeth Zilka

JOINED IN CHRISTIAN MARRIAGE 1 Jessica Louise Page amp Adam Michael Kliebert

CHRISTIAN FUNERAL WORSHIP 2 Mary Ison Jenny Bannister

JOINED IN MEMBERSHIP 0

Average WEEKLY Aug Sunday School Attendance 2010 na 2011 na 2012 na Average Weekly Sunday School YEAR TO DATE 2010 140 2011 123 2012 85

Average WEEKLY Aug Feast Attendance 2010 120 2011 80 2012 92 Average Weekly FEAST YEAR TO DATE 2010 65 2011 50 2012 65

Average WEEKLY Aug Growth Group Attendance 2010 na 2011 na 2012 na Average Weekly Growth Group YEAR TO DATE 2010 116 2011 72 2012 75

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10

October Newsletter 2012

4th 5th 6th Preteens

Friday October 19 Operation Christmas

Child Project Popcorn amp Movie Night 630‐930 PM Bring friends

Kidrsquos Ministry is more than exited to present our PraiseLand 3 year old preschoolers with their very own Bibles Children will receive their new Bible in ldquobig churchrdquo on Sun‐day October 7 939 amp 1100 ser‐vices All of our preschoolers will be singing their song called the B‐I‐B‐L‐E Donrsquot this special milestone event

TRUNK or TREAT HARVEST FEST

Saturday October 27 2012

700 pm

Friends amp Families are invited to decorate the trunk of their vehicle for our Halloween Harvest Fest Sign Up in the Worship Center

Refreshments Treats Prizes Games Bonfire amp Community Garden Celebration

Mid-week Wednesday Evenings

4 years oldmdash5th Grade

Dinner 6 PM Worship 645 PM Kids Stuff 7-8 PM Nursery Available

Halloween Wednesday

October 24 Itrsquos costume night

Job OPENING Nursery care Provider Staff Position 13-20 hours per month Applications in nursery Must be at least 18 years old

Gift Bible Sunday

11

Grief Support Wintrsquos Healing Hearts Grief Support Group for all ages for those who have recently lost a loved one will be held Tuesday October 9 2012 at 7pm The topic of this monthrsquos meeting is ldquoGrieving as a Familyrdquo The meeting will be led by Bereavement Counselor Linda Whiting LPC NCC Meeting location is at the Carriage House in Clintonwood Park on Clarkston Road Clarkston No registration is necessary (walk-in) free of charge Call (248-625-5231) or email wintfuneralhomeaolcom with questions

American Red Cross Emergency Blood Supply

Thank you to everyone who donated their time and blood for our September blood drive Thanks to you we have the potential to help 62 people in need of our life giving blood Jesus gave all of his blood to save us and we will have opportunity to give some of ours to save someone else Please plan to donate at our next drive on Monday January 21 from 1-7pm Yes you can sign up now Contact Deborah Robitaille at (248) 625-3288 and letrsquos get our calendarrsquos booked now so we donrsquot let this opportunity pass us by

Community Garden To date our team has already harvested and donated nearly 2000 pounds of fresh produce to the Open Door Outreach Center to feed the hungry in our community As we prepare for the fall close of the garden and plan for next year there is still a need for volunteers in this ministry Contact coordinator Beth Burnett at (734) 516-9144

Fall Greetings What a joy it is to be a part of the upcoming festivi-ties here at Calvary Confirmation is well under way and we are so blessed this year to have the largest confirmation group ever at Calvary We are at 55 and still growing God is Good We have a great year planned for the faith formation of our young people here at Calvary Another fun event I always look forward to in the Fall is our youth night at the Haunted Corn maze This is coming up soon so please make sure to mark it on your calendar One of the elements of youth ministry wersquore imple-menting this year in youth ministry is the Faith 5 The Faith 5 are Share your highs amp lows Read Godrsquos Word Talk about what yoursquove heard in the Word Pray with each other and Bless one another I invite everyone at Calvary to join our youth this year as they practice the Faith 5

Finally another event I look forward to every year is our annual Trunk-R-Treat and Fall harvest Fest This year wersquove challenged folks to step it up a bit We hope we have even more cars and that this year the youth really outdo themselves We will have a great night of fun fellowship and food so please sign-up to decorate a car Part of this event is a celebration of the bountiful harvest we have been blessed with in our community garden minis-try This year despite the drought and intense heat bugs and critters we will deliver over 2000 pounds of fresh produce grown right here at our White Lake campus Praise be to God I want to thank all of those who have put in the blood sweat and tears this season Without your dedication and hard work to make this yearrsquos harvest one that im-pacts so many lives this wouldnrsquot have been the success it has Thank you so much

12

Youth Pastor Ken Fouty Youth Program Coordinator Deborah Robitaille

Youth Ministry Need We are still praying and trusting God for a leader for our 6th amp 7th graders are 11am on Sunday mornings This is a perfect group if you are a new or prospective youth leader and want to find a place to connect in This is a smaller group of kids with a large capacity for fun Material and training are provided along with a training mentor If you have been considering youth ministry and are interested in talking about this please let us know This is also a ministry area that could be shared by 2 people to accommodate your schedule Staff Contact Deborah Robitaille

Important Upcoming Dates Grades 6-12 Unless Otherwise Indicated

bull October 26 Haunted Corn Maze bull October 27 Trunk or Treat bull October 28 Rite of Confirmation (10th

Grade) bull December 27-30 The Gathering (Grades

9-12) bull January 18-20 Confirmation amp Senior

High Winter Retreat (Grades 8-12)

Adopt A Highway Service Project As we end another season of our AAH project we would like to thank Cheryl Rajala for heading up this team Cheryl has dedicated herself to the organization of this project for many years and we appreciate her passion for serving in the community Be sure to look for our 2013 pick up date in the Spring Thanks to Shawn Dunn Pastor Jonathan Andy Rajala amp Kyle Konzer for their help with our fall pickup

Haunted Corn Maze Friday October 26 we will meet at our Clarkston Campus at 700 pm where we will have a pizza din-ner and then head out to the haunted corn maze At newsletter print time the local corn maze had not opened so location and price will be published soon on our website and in the weekly Happenings Grades 6-college are welcome We will need parents to drive and to help with food Sign up on the youth bulletin board at the Clarkston Campus or contact Deborah Robitaille

Trunk or Treat Youth familiesmdashplease consider decorating a trunk to participate in Trunk or Treat at our White Lake Campus on October 27 at 700 pm This is a very fun family event that is also a service project for our teens to serve the community Be thinking about YOUR possibly prize winning car deacutecor See if you can be the family to beat Pastor Ken and Deborah this year

13

CONFIRMATION 2012shy13 We are thrilled to be starting the 2012‐13 year with the biggest Confirmation class in Calvaryrsquos history We cur‐rently have 56 studentsItrsquos going to be a great year If you havenrsquotenrolled your 8thor 9th grader in the pro‐gram itrsquos not too lateWersquod love to have them join us Please contact me and wersquoll take care of the registration process Parents please remember to check your emails regularly for communications from the Confirmation team You can also stay connected by clicking on the Youth tab on calvaryinfoorg and joining Calvary Connecting Point amp generationCalvary on Facebook Watch for permission slips and registration details for the upcoming events The Gathering ndash Radisson Lansing 1227‐1230 Winter Retreat ndash Camp Michi‐Lu‐Ca l18‐121 Motown Mission ndash Detroit MI 331‐406 I look forward serving in this exciting ministry with your family As always contact me or Pastor Kenif you have any questions Susan Batchik Confirmation Program Coordinator birdlandmiyahoocom 248‐625‐3288 ext 201

Upcoming Confirmation Dates

8thshy9th Grade Oct 14 Family Covenant Ceremony 1100 worship Class 1215shy300 Oct 27 Servant amp Fellowship Event Trunk R Treat shy White LakeCampus Oct 28 Attend Rite of Confirmation 1100 worship Class 1215shy300 Nov 04 Rewind 900shy1100 10th Grade Oct 7 Mini Retreat 1100shy300 Oct 21Confirmation Rehearsal ampFamily Potluck 600shy800 Oct 28 RITE OF CONFIRMATION 1100 worship Reception following Please remember to complete writing your faith story and memorize the Apostlesrsquo Creed

14

August 2012 Church Council Highlights

August 20 2012 diams Council continued book discussion of ldquoAlmost Christianrdquo by Kendra Creasy Dean with a focus on

chapter 7 diams Review amp accept July Council minutes diams Review amp accept July amp YTD financial reports July offering revenues continue to be below the

2012 spending plan expectations thus continue the same YTD trend we have been experienc-ing Discussion about possible year end shortfall

diams 2012 goals and priorities of working groups Leadership development and training ahs been deferred to next year Multisite ministry and site master plan development will continue this fall

diams The staff position of Spiritual Growth Pathway Coordinator has been posted diams SOVA food pantry update diams Review of Carver Governance policy diams We will review Covenant of Racial Reconciliation of the Southeast Michigan Synod next month diams Update on building repairsmdashnew air conditioning until has been installed in Clarkston Flat roof

areas in Clarkston are leaking Estimates are forthcoming Carpet repair estimates for Clark-ston are also forthcoming

diams Walk the Talk Spiritual Growth Pathway materials are in development diams Gift Sunday is November 18 We are currently recruiting volunteers for the Stewardship Team diams Prayer requests diams Prayer

Dear Calvary friends Your prayers and concern have sustained me through my trials over the recent months I have been hospitalized several times and been in physical and occupational therapy at the hospital and a residential rehabilitation center Irsquove had several fingers amputated a systemic infection and a Multiple Sclerosis episode which has led to my inability to walk With therapy determina-tion and Godrsquos fortitude I hope and pray that I will be able to walk again I also hope to regain use of my hands and to retrain my remaining fin-gers I say lsquoI hopersquo but use the term loosely My prayers have turned from lsquohopingrsquo that God will change my situation to imploring Him to grant me the grace faith and endurance to accept my situation as is I strive to find God in unexpected ways and places and to serve him whenever

however and wherever He leads Yoursquove been faithful in visiting me sending notes of love and support to Jeff and me and providing gifts of food meals and snacks This has been a blessing to us as you have generously shared Godrsquos love with us Thank you Presently Irsquom home and enjoying Godrsquos creation in the change of season and of course celebrat-ing our beautiful new-born twin grand daughters Verona and Norah now 2 months old and flour-ishing I pray that Irsquoll be able to be among you again soon I miss you and being among the fellow-ship of all believers You are very dear to me and I thank God for your continued care and con-cern for my family and me In Christian love Gayle Buschur

15

August

Statistics

FAITH GIVING August

General Fund August Giving $ 52844

(Disbursements-August) $ (63340) Year to Date Giving $ 425317 (Disbursements-YTD) $ (523623)

GENERATION TO GENERATION FUND GIVING TOTAL

$1268039

Average WEEKLY Aug Worship Attendance 2010 391 2011 344 2012 345 Average Weekly Attendance YEAR TO DATE 2010 420 2011 427 2012 405

BAPTIZED IN CHRISTrsquoS CHURCH 4 Anthony Jeremy Latozas Alaina Kay Zilka Janie Diane Zilka Madisen Elizabeth Zilka

JOINED IN CHRISTIAN MARRIAGE 1 Jessica Louise Page amp Adam Michael Kliebert

CHRISTIAN FUNERAL WORSHIP 2 Mary Ison Jenny Bannister

JOINED IN MEMBERSHIP 0

Average WEEKLY Aug Sunday School Attendance 2010 na 2011 na 2012 na Average Weekly Sunday School YEAR TO DATE 2010 140 2011 123 2012 85

Average WEEKLY Aug Feast Attendance 2010 120 2011 80 2012 92 Average Weekly FEAST YEAR TO DATE 2010 65 2011 50 2012 65

Average WEEKLY Aug Growth Group Attendance 2010 na 2011 na 2012 na Average Weekly Growth Group YEAR TO DATE 2010 116 2011 72 2012 75

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10

October Newsletter 2012

4th 5th 6th Preteens

Friday October 19 Operation Christmas

Child Project Popcorn amp Movie Night 630‐930 PM Bring friends

Kidrsquos Ministry is more than exited to present our PraiseLand 3 year old preschoolers with their very own Bibles Children will receive their new Bible in ldquobig churchrdquo on Sun‐day October 7 939 amp 1100 ser‐vices All of our preschoolers will be singing their song called the B‐I‐B‐L‐E Donrsquot this special milestone event

TRUNK or TREAT HARVEST FEST

Saturday October 27 2012

700 pm

Friends amp Families are invited to decorate the trunk of their vehicle for our Halloween Harvest Fest Sign Up in the Worship Center

Refreshments Treats Prizes Games Bonfire amp Community Garden Celebration

Mid-week Wednesday Evenings

4 years oldmdash5th Grade

Dinner 6 PM Worship 645 PM Kids Stuff 7-8 PM Nursery Available

Halloween Wednesday

October 24 Itrsquos costume night

Job OPENING Nursery care Provider Staff Position 13-20 hours per month Applications in nursery Must be at least 18 years old

Gift Bible Sunday

11

Grief Support Wintrsquos Healing Hearts Grief Support Group for all ages for those who have recently lost a loved one will be held Tuesday October 9 2012 at 7pm The topic of this monthrsquos meeting is ldquoGrieving as a Familyrdquo The meeting will be led by Bereavement Counselor Linda Whiting LPC NCC Meeting location is at the Carriage House in Clintonwood Park on Clarkston Road Clarkston No registration is necessary (walk-in) free of charge Call (248-625-5231) or email wintfuneralhomeaolcom with questions

American Red Cross Emergency Blood Supply

Thank you to everyone who donated their time and blood for our September blood drive Thanks to you we have the potential to help 62 people in need of our life giving blood Jesus gave all of his blood to save us and we will have opportunity to give some of ours to save someone else Please plan to donate at our next drive on Monday January 21 from 1-7pm Yes you can sign up now Contact Deborah Robitaille at (248) 625-3288 and letrsquos get our calendarrsquos booked now so we donrsquot let this opportunity pass us by

Community Garden To date our team has already harvested and donated nearly 2000 pounds of fresh produce to the Open Door Outreach Center to feed the hungry in our community As we prepare for the fall close of the garden and plan for next year there is still a need for volunteers in this ministry Contact coordinator Beth Burnett at (734) 516-9144

Fall Greetings What a joy it is to be a part of the upcoming festivi-ties here at Calvary Confirmation is well under way and we are so blessed this year to have the largest confirmation group ever at Calvary We are at 55 and still growing God is Good We have a great year planned for the faith formation of our young people here at Calvary Another fun event I always look forward to in the Fall is our youth night at the Haunted Corn maze This is coming up soon so please make sure to mark it on your calendar One of the elements of youth ministry wersquore imple-menting this year in youth ministry is the Faith 5 The Faith 5 are Share your highs amp lows Read Godrsquos Word Talk about what yoursquove heard in the Word Pray with each other and Bless one another I invite everyone at Calvary to join our youth this year as they practice the Faith 5

Finally another event I look forward to every year is our annual Trunk-R-Treat and Fall harvest Fest This year wersquove challenged folks to step it up a bit We hope we have even more cars and that this year the youth really outdo themselves We will have a great night of fun fellowship and food so please sign-up to decorate a car Part of this event is a celebration of the bountiful harvest we have been blessed with in our community garden minis-try This year despite the drought and intense heat bugs and critters we will deliver over 2000 pounds of fresh produce grown right here at our White Lake campus Praise be to God I want to thank all of those who have put in the blood sweat and tears this season Without your dedication and hard work to make this yearrsquos harvest one that im-pacts so many lives this wouldnrsquot have been the success it has Thank you so much

12

Youth Pastor Ken Fouty Youth Program Coordinator Deborah Robitaille

Youth Ministry Need We are still praying and trusting God for a leader for our 6th amp 7th graders are 11am on Sunday mornings This is a perfect group if you are a new or prospective youth leader and want to find a place to connect in This is a smaller group of kids with a large capacity for fun Material and training are provided along with a training mentor If you have been considering youth ministry and are interested in talking about this please let us know This is also a ministry area that could be shared by 2 people to accommodate your schedule Staff Contact Deborah Robitaille

Important Upcoming Dates Grades 6-12 Unless Otherwise Indicated

bull October 26 Haunted Corn Maze bull October 27 Trunk or Treat bull October 28 Rite of Confirmation (10th

Grade) bull December 27-30 The Gathering (Grades

9-12) bull January 18-20 Confirmation amp Senior

High Winter Retreat (Grades 8-12)

Adopt A Highway Service Project As we end another season of our AAH project we would like to thank Cheryl Rajala for heading up this team Cheryl has dedicated herself to the organization of this project for many years and we appreciate her passion for serving in the community Be sure to look for our 2013 pick up date in the Spring Thanks to Shawn Dunn Pastor Jonathan Andy Rajala amp Kyle Konzer for their help with our fall pickup

Haunted Corn Maze Friday October 26 we will meet at our Clarkston Campus at 700 pm where we will have a pizza din-ner and then head out to the haunted corn maze At newsletter print time the local corn maze had not opened so location and price will be published soon on our website and in the weekly Happenings Grades 6-college are welcome We will need parents to drive and to help with food Sign up on the youth bulletin board at the Clarkston Campus or contact Deborah Robitaille

Trunk or Treat Youth familiesmdashplease consider decorating a trunk to participate in Trunk or Treat at our White Lake Campus on October 27 at 700 pm This is a very fun family event that is also a service project for our teens to serve the community Be thinking about YOUR possibly prize winning car deacutecor See if you can be the family to beat Pastor Ken and Deborah this year

13

CONFIRMATION 2012shy13 We are thrilled to be starting the 2012‐13 year with the biggest Confirmation class in Calvaryrsquos history We cur‐rently have 56 studentsItrsquos going to be a great year If you havenrsquotenrolled your 8thor 9th grader in the pro‐gram itrsquos not too lateWersquod love to have them join us Please contact me and wersquoll take care of the registration process Parents please remember to check your emails regularly for communications from the Confirmation team You can also stay connected by clicking on the Youth tab on calvaryinfoorg and joining Calvary Connecting Point amp generationCalvary on Facebook Watch for permission slips and registration details for the upcoming events The Gathering ndash Radisson Lansing 1227‐1230 Winter Retreat ndash Camp Michi‐Lu‐Ca l18‐121 Motown Mission ndash Detroit MI 331‐406 I look forward serving in this exciting ministry with your family As always contact me or Pastor Kenif you have any questions Susan Batchik Confirmation Program Coordinator birdlandmiyahoocom 248‐625‐3288 ext 201

Upcoming Confirmation Dates

8thshy9th Grade Oct 14 Family Covenant Ceremony 1100 worship Class 1215shy300 Oct 27 Servant amp Fellowship Event Trunk R Treat shy White LakeCampus Oct 28 Attend Rite of Confirmation 1100 worship Class 1215shy300 Nov 04 Rewind 900shy1100 10th Grade Oct 7 Mini Retreat 1100shy300 Oct 21Confirmation Rehearsal ampFamily Potluck 600shy800 Oct 28 RITE OF CONFIRMATION 1100 worship Reception following Please remember to complete writing your faith story and memorize the Apostlesrsquo Creed

14

August 2012 Church Council Highlights

August 20 2012 diams Council continued book discussion of ldquoAlmost Christianrdquo by Kendra Creasy Dean with a focus on

chapter 7 diams Review amp accept July Council minutes diams Review amp accept July amp YTD financial reports July offering revenues continue to be below the

2012 spending plan expectations thus continue the same YTD trend we have been experienc-ing Discussion about possible year end shortfall

diams 2012 goals and priorities of working groups Leadership development and training ahs been deferred to next year Multisite ministry and site master plan development will continue this fall

diams The staff position of Spiritual Growth Pathway Coordinator has been posted diams SOVA food pantry update diams Review of Carver Governance policy diams We will review Covenant of Racial Reconciliation of the Southeast Michigan Synod next month diams Update on building repairsmdashnew air conditioning until has been installed in Clarkston Flat roof

areas in Clarkston are leaking Estimates are forthcoming Carpet repair estimates for Clark-ston are also forthcoming

diams Walk the Talk Spiritual Growth Pathway materials are in development diams Gift Sunday is November 18 We are currently recruiting volunteers for the Stewardship Team diams Prayer requests diams Prayer

Dear Calvary friends Your prayers and concern have sustained me through my trials over the recent months I have been hospitalized several times and been in physical and occupational therapy at the hospital and a residential rehabilitation center Irsquove had several fingers amputated a systemic infection and a Multiple Sclerosis episode which has led to my inability to walk With therapy determina-tion and Godrsquos fortitude I hope and pray that I will be able to walk again I also hope to regain use of my hands and to retrain my remaining fin-gers I say lsquoI hopersquo but use the term loosely My prayers have turned from lsquohopingrsquo that God will change my situation to imploring Him to grant me the grace faith and endurance to accept my situation as is I strive to find God in unexpected ways and places and to serve him whenever

however and wherever He leads Yoursquove been faithful in visiting me sending notes of love and support to Jeff and me and providing gifts of food meals and snacks This has been a blessing to us as you have generously shared Godrsquos love with us Thank you Presently Irsquom home and enjoying Godrsquos creation in the change of season and of course celebrat-ing our beautiful new-born twin grand daughters Verona and Norah now 2 months old and flour-ishing I pray that Irsquoll be able to be among you again soon I miss you and being among the fellow-ship of all believers You are very dear to me and I thank God for your continued care and con-cern for my family and me In Christian love Gayle Buschur

15

August

Statistics

FAITH GIVING August

General Fund August Giving $ 52844

(Disbursements-August) $ (63340) Year to Date Giving $ 425317 (Disbursements-YTD) $ (523623)

GENERATION TO GENERATION FUND GIVING TOTAL

$1268039

Average WEEKLY Aug Worship Attendance 2010 391 2011 344 2012 345 Average Weekly Attendance YEAR TO DATE 2010 420 2011 427 2012 405

BAPTIZED IN CHRISTrsquoS CHURCH 4 Anthony Jeremy Latozas Alaina Kay Zilka Janie Diane Zilka Madisen Elizabeth Zilka

JOINED IN CHRISTIAN MARRIAGE 1 Jessica Louise Page amp Adam Michael Kliebert

CHRISTIAN FUNERAL WORSHIP 2 Mary Ison Jenny Bannister

JOINED IN MEMBERSHIP 0

Average WEEKLY Aug Sunday School Attendance 2010 na 2011 na 2012 na Average Weekly Sunday School YEAR TO DATE 2010 140 2011 123 2012 85

Average WEEKLY Aug Feast Attendance 2010 120 2011 80 2012 92 Average Weekly FEAST YEAR TO DATE 2010 65 2011 50 2012 65

Average WEEKLY Aug Growth Group Attendance 2010 na 2011 na 2012 na Average Weekly Growth Group YEAR TO DATE 2010 116 2011 72 2012 75

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11

Grief Support Wintrsquos Healing Hearts Grief Support Group for all ages for those who have recently lost a loved one will be held Tuesday October 9 2012 at 7pm The topic of this monthrsquos meeting is ldquoGrieving as a Familyrdquo The meeting will be led by Bereavement Counselor Linda Whiting LPC NCC Meeting location is at the Carriage House in Clintonwood Park on Clarkston Road Clarkston No registration is necessary (walk-in) free of charge Call (248-625-5231) or email wintfuneralhomeaolcom with questions

American Red Cross Emergency Blood Supply

Thank you to everyone who donated their time and blood for our September blood drive Thanks to you we have the potential to help 62 people in need of our life giving blood Jesus gave all of his blood to save us and we will have opportunity to give some of ours to save someone else Please plan to donate at our next drive on Monday January 21 from 1-7pm Yes you can sign up now Contact Deborah Robitaille at (248) 625-3288 and letrsquos get our calendarrsquos booked now so we donrsquot let this opportunity pass us by

Community Garden To date our team has already harvested and donated nearly 2000 pounds of fresh produce to the Open Door Outreach Center to feed the hungry in our community As we prepare for the fall close of the garden and plan for next year there is still a need for volunteers in this ministry Contact coordinator Beth Burnett at (734) 516-9144

Fall Greetings What a joy it is to be a part of the upcoming festivi-ties here at Calvary Confirmation is well under way and we are so blessed this year to have the largest confirmation group ever at Calvary We are at 55 and still growing God is Good We have a great year planned for the faith formation of our young people here at Calvary Another fun event I always look forward to in the Fall is our youth night at the Haunted Corn maze This is coming up soon so please make sure to mark it on your calendar One of the elements of youth ministry wersquore imple-menting this year in youth ministry is the Faith 5 The Faith 5 are Share your highs amp lows Read Godrsquos Word Talk about what yoursquove heard in the Word Pray with each other and Bless one another I invite everyone at Calvary to join our youth this year as they practice the Faith 5

Finally another event I look forward to every year is our annual Trunk-R-Treat and Fall harvest Fest This year wersquove challenged folks to step it up a bit We hope we have even more cars and that this year the youth really outdo themselves We will have a great night of fun fellowship and food so please sign-up to decorate a car Part of this event is a celebration of the bountiful harvest we have been blessed with in our community garden minis-try This year despite the drought and intense heat bugs and critters we will deliver over 2000 pounds of fresh produce grown right here at our White Lake campus Praise be to God I want to thank all of those who have put in the blood sweat and tears this season Without your dedication and hard work to make this yearrsquos harvest one that im-pacts so many lives this wouldnrsquot have been the success it has Thank you so much

12

Youth Pastor Ken Fouty Youth Program Coordinator Deborah Robitaille

Youth Ministry Need We are still praying and trusting God for a leader for our 6th amp 7th graders are 11am on Sunday mornings This is a perfect group if you are a new or prospective youth leader and want to find a place to connect in This is a smaller group of kids with a large capacity for fun Material and training are provided along with a training mentor If you have been considering youth ministry and are interested in talking about this please let us know This is also a ministry area that could be shared by 2 people to accommodate your schedule Staff Contact Deborah Robitaille

Important Upcoming Dates Grades 6-12 Unless Otherwise Indicated

bull October 26 Haunted Corn Maze bull October 27 Trunk or Treat bull October 28 Rite of Confirmation (10th

Grade) bull December 27-30 The Gathering (Grades

9-12) bull January 18-20 Confirmation amp Senior

High Winter Retreat (Grades 8-12)

Adopt A Highway Service Project As we end another season of our AAH project we would like to thank Cheryl Rajala for heading up this team Cheryl has dedicated herself to the organization of this project for many years and we appreciate her passion for serving in the community Be sure to look for our 2013 pick up date in the Spring Thanks to Shawn Dunn Pastor Jonathan Andy Rajala amp Kyle Konzer for their help with our fall pickup

Haunted Corn Maze Friday October 26 we will meet at our Clarkston Campus at 700 pm where we will have a pizza din-ner and then head out to the haunted corn maze At newsletter print time the local corn maze had not opened so location and price will be published soon on our website and in the weekly Happenings Grades 6-college are welcome We will need parents to drive and to help with food Sign up on the youth bulletin board at the Clarkston Campus or contact Deborah Robitaille

Trunk or Treat Youth familiesmdashplease consider decorating a trunk to participate in Trunk or Treat at our White Lake Campus on October 27 at 700 pm This is a very fun family event that is also a service project for our teens to serve the community Be thinking about YOUR possibly prize winning car deacutecor See if you can be the family to beat Pastor Ken and Deborah this year

13

CONFIRMATION 2012shy13 We are thrilled to be starting the 2012‐13 year with the biggest Confirmation class in Calvaryrsquos history We cur‐rently have 56 studentsItrsquos going to be a great year If you havenrsquotenrolled your 8thor 9th grader in the pro‐gram itrsquos not too lateWersquod love to have them join us Please contact me and wersquoll take care of the registration process Parents please remember to check your emails regularly for communications from the Confirmation team You can also stay connected by clicking on the Youth tab on calvaryinfoorg and joining Calvary Connecting Point amp generationCalvary on Facebook Watch for permission slips and registration details for the upcoming events The Gathering ndash Radisson Lansing 1227‐1230 Winter Retreat ndash Camp Michi‐Lu‐Ca l18‐121 Motown Mission ndash Detroit MI 331‐406 I look forward serving in this exciting ministry with your family As always contact me or Pastor Kenif you have any questions Susan Batchik Confirmation Program Coordinator birdlandmiyahoocom 248‐625‐3288 ext 201

Upcoming Confirmation Dates

8thshy9th Grade Oct 14 Family Covenant Ceremony 1100 worship Class 1215shy300 Oct 27 Servant amp Fellowship Event Trunk R Treat shy White LakeCampus Oct 28 Attend Rite of Confirmation 1100 worship Class 1215shy300 Nov 04 Rewind 900shy1100 10th Grade Oct 7 Mini Retreat 1100shy300 Oct 21Confirmation Rehearsal ampFamily Potluck 600shy800 Oct 28 RITE OF CONFIRMATION 1100 worship Reception following Please remember to complete writing your faith story and memorize the Apostlesrsquo Creed

14

August 2012 Church Council Highlights

August 20 2012 diams Council continued book discussion of ldquoAlmost Christianrdquo by Kendra Creasy Dean with a focus on

chapter 7 diams Review amp accept July Council minutes diams Review amp accept July amp YTD financial reports July offering revenues continue to be below the

2012 spending plan expectations thus continue the same YTD trend we have been experienc-ing Discussion about possible year end shortfall

diams 2012 goals and priorities of working groups Leadership development and training ahs been deferred to next year Multisite ministry and site master plan development will continue this fall

diams The staff position of Spiritual Growth Pathway Coordinator has been posted diams SOVA food pantry update diams Review of Carver Governance policy diams We will review Covenant of Racial Reconciliation of the Southeast Michigan Synod next month diams Update on building repairsmdashnew air conditioning until has been installed in Clarkston Flat roof

areas in Clarkston are leaking Estimates are forthcoming Carpet repair estimates for Clark-ston are also forthcoming

diams Walk the Talk Spiritual Growth Pathway materials are in development diams Gift Sunday is November 18 We are currently recruiting volunteers for the Stewardship Team diams Prayer requests diams Prayer

Dear Calvary friends Your prayers and concern have sustained me through my trials over the recent months I have been hospitalized several times and been in physical and occupational therapy at the hospital and a residential rehabilitation center Irsquove had several fingers amputated a systemic infection and a Multiple Sclerosis episode which has led to my inability to walk With therapy determina-tion and Godrsquos fortitude I hope and pray that I will be able to walk again I also hope to regain use of my hands and to retrain my remaining fin-gers I say lsquoI hopersquo but use the term loosely My prayers have turned from lsquohopingrsquo that God will change my situation to imploring Him to grant me the grace faith and endurance to accept my situation as is I strive to find God in unexpected ways and places and to serve him whenever

however and wherever He leads Yoursquove been faithful in visiting me sending notes of love and support to Jeff and me and providing gifts of food meals and snacks This has been a blessing to us as you have generously shared Godrsquos love with us Thank you Presently Irsquom home and enjoying Godrsquos creation in the change of season and of course celebrat-ing our beautiful new-born twin grand daughters Verona and Norah now 2 months old and flour-ishing I pray that Irsquoll be able to be among you again soon I miss you and being among the fellow-ship of all believers You are very dear to me and I thank God for your continued care and con-cern for my family and me In Christian love Gayle Buschur

15

August

Statistics

FAITH GIVING August

General Fund August Giving $ 52844

(Disbursements-August) $ (63340) Year to Date Giving $ 425317 (Disbursements-YTD) $ (523623)

GENERATION TO GENERATION FUND GIVING TOTAL

$1268039

Average WEEKLY Aug Worship Attendance 2010 391 2011 344 2012 345 Average Weekly Attendance YEAR TO DATE 2010 420 2011 427 2012 405

BAPTIZED IN CHRISTrsquoS CHURCH 4 Anthony Jeremy Latozas Alaina Kay Zilka Janie Diane Zilka Madisen Elizabeth Zilka

JOINED IN CHRISTIAN MARRIAGE 1 Jessica Louise Page amp Adam Michael Kliebert

CHRISTIAN FUNERAL WORSHIP 2 Mary Ison Jenny Bannister

JOINED IN MEMBERSHIP 0

Average WEEKLY Aug Sunday School Attendance 2010 na 2011 na 2012 na Average Weekly Sunday School YEAR TO DATE 2010 140 2011 123 2012 85

Average WEEKLY Aug Feast Attendance 2010 120 2011 80 2012 92 Average Weekly FEAST YEAR TO DATE 2010 65 2011 50 2012 65

Average WEEKLY Aug Growth Group Attendance 2010 na 2011 na 2012 na Average Weekly Growth Group YEAR TO DATE 2010 116 2011 72 2012 75

16

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12

Youth Pastor Ken Fouty Youth Program Coordinator Deborah Robitaille

Youth Ministry Need We are still praying and trusting God for a leader for our 6th amp 7th graders are 11am on Sunday mornings This is a perfect group if you are a new or prospective youth leader and want to find a place to connect in This is a smaller group of kids with a large capacity for fun Material and training are provided along with a training mentor If you have been considering youth ministry and are interested in talking about this please let us know This is also a ministry area that could be shared by 2 people to accommodate your schedule Staff Contact Deborah Robitaille

Important Upcoming Dates Grades 6-12 Unless Otherwise Indicated

bull October 26 Haunted Corn Maze bull October 27 Trunk or Treat bull October 28 Rite of Confirmation (10th

Grade) bull December 27-30 The Gathering (Grades

9-12) bull January 18-20 Confirmation amp Senior

High Winter Retreat (Grades 8-12)

Adopt A Highway Service Project As we end another season of our AAH project we would like to thank Cheryl Rajala for heading up this team Cheryl has dedicated herself to the organization of this project for many years and we appreciate her passion for serving in the community Be sure to look for our 2013 pick up date in the Spring Thanks to Shawn Dunn Pastor Jonathan Andy Rajala amp Kyle Konzer for their help with our fall pickup

Haunted Corn Maze Friday October 26 we will meet at our Clarkston Campus at 700 pm where we will have a pizza din-ner and then head out to the haunted corn maze At newsletter print time the local corn maze had not opened so location and price will be published soon on our website and in the weekly Happenings Grades 6-college are welcome We will need parents to drive and to help with food Sign up on the youth bulletin board at the Clarkston Campus or contact Deborah Robitaille

Trunk or Treat Youth familiesmdashplease consider decorating a trunk to participate in Trunk or Treat at our White Lake Campus on October 27 at 700 pm This is a very fun family event that is also a service project for our teens to serve the community Be thinking about YOUR possibly prize winning car deacutecor See if you can be the family to beat Pastor Ken and Deborah this year

13

CONFIRMATION 2012shy13 We are thrilled to be starting the 2012‐13 year with the biggest Confirmation class in Calvaryrsquos history We cur‐rently have 56 studentsItrsquos going to be a great year If you havenrsquotenrolled your 8thor 9th grader in the pro‐gram itrsquos not too lateWersquod love to have them join us Please contact me and wersquoll take care of the registration process Parents please remember to check your emails regularly for communications from the Confirmation team You can also stay connected by clicking on the Youth tab on calvaryinfoorg and joining Calvary Connecting Point amp generationCalvary on Facebook Watch for permission slips and registration details for the upcoming events The Gathering ndash Radisson Lansing 1227‐1230 Winter Retreat ndash Camp Michi‐Lu‐Ca l18‐121 Motown Mission ndash Detroit MI 331‐406 I look forward serving in this exciting ministry with your family As always contact me or Pastor Kenif you have any questions Susan Batchik Confirmation Program Coordinator birdlandmiyahoocom 248‐625‐3288 ext 201

Upcoming Confirmation Dates

8thshy9th Grade Oct 14 Family Covenant Ceremony 1100 worship Class 1215shy300 Oct 27 Servant amp Fellowship Event Trunk R Treat shy White LakeCampus Oct 28 Attend Rite of Confirmation 1100 worship Class 1215shy300 Nov 04 Rewind 900shy1100 10th Grade Oct 7 Mini Retreat 1100shy300 Oct 21Confirmation Rehearsal ampFamily Potluck 600shy800 Oct 28 RITE OF CONFIRMATION 1100 worship Reception following Please remember to complete writing your faith story and memorize the Apostlesrsquo Creed

14

August 2012 Church Council Highlights

August 20 2012 diams Council continued book discussion of ldquoAlmost Christianrdquo by Kendra Creasy Dean with a focus on

chapter 7 diams Review amp accept July Council minutes diams Review amp accept July amp YTD financial reports July offering revenues continue to be below the

2012 spending plan expectations thus continue the same YTD trend we have been experienc-ing Discussion about possible year end shortfall

diams 2012 goals and priorities of working groups Leadership development and training ahs been deferred to next year Multisite ministry and site master plan development will continue this fall

diams The staff position of Spiritual Growth Pathway Coordinator has been posted diams SOVA food pantry update diams Review of Carver Governance policy diams We will review Covenant of Racial Reconciliation of the Southeast Michigan Synod next month diams Update on building repairsmdashnew air conditioning until has been installed in Clarkston Flat roof

areas in Clarkston are leaking Estimates are forthcoming Carpet repair estimates for Clark-ston are also forthcoming

diams Walk the Talk Spiritual Growth Pathway materials are in development diams Gift Sunday is November 18 We are currently recruiting volunteers for the Stewardship Team diams Prayer requests diams Prayer

Dear Calvary friends Your prayers and concern have sustained me through my trials over the recent months I have been hospitalized several times and been in physical and occupational therapy at the hospital and a residential rehabilitation center Irsquove had several fingers amputated a systemic infection and a Multiple Sclerosis episode which has led to my inability to walk With therapy determina-tion and Godrsquos fortitude I hope and pray that I will be able to walk again I also hope to regain use of my hands and to retrain my remaining fin-gers I say lsquoI hopersquo but use the term loosely My prayers have turned from lsquohopingrsquo that God will change my situation to imploring Him to grant me the grace faith and endurance to accept my situation as is I strive to find God in unexpected ways and places and to serve him whenever

however and wherever He leads Yoursquove been faithful in visiting me sending notes of love and support to Jeff and me and providing gifts of food meals and snacks This has been a blessing to us as you have generously shared Godrsquos love with us Thank you Presently Irsquom home and enjoying Godrsquos creation in the change of season and of course celebrat-ing our beautiful new-born twin grand daughters Verona and Norah now 2 months old and flour-ishing I pray that Irsquoll be able to be among you again soon I miss you and being among the fellow-ship of all believers You are very dear to me and I thank God for your continued care and con-cern for my family and me In Christian love Gayle Buschur

15

August

Statistics

FAITH GIVING August

General Fund August Giving $ 52844

(Disbursements-August) $ (63340) Year to Date Giving $ 425317 (Disbursements-YTD) $ (523623)

GENERATION TO GENERATION FUND GIVING TOTAL

$1268039

Average WEEKLY Aug Worship Attendance 2010 391 2011 344 2012 345 Average Weekly Attendance YEAR TO DATE 2010 420 2011 427 2012 405

BAPTIZED IN CHRISTrsquoS CHURCH 4 Anthony Jeremy Latozas Alaina Kay Zilka Janie Diane Zilka Madisen Elizabeth Zilka

JOINED IN CHRISTIAN MARRIAGE 1 Jessica Louise Page amp Adam Michael Kliebert

CHRISTIAN FUNERAL WORSHIP 2 Mary Ison Jenny Bannister

JOINED IN MEMBERSHIP 0

Average WEEKLY Aug Sunday School Attendance 2010 na 2011 na 2012 na Average Weekly Sunday School YEAR TO DATE 2010 140 2011 123 2012 85

Average WEEKLY Aug Feast Attendance 2010 120 2011 80 2012 92 Average Weekly FEAST YEAR TO DATE 2010 65 2011 50 2012 65

Average WEEKLY Aug Growth Group Attendance 2010 na 2011 na 2012 na Average Weekly Growth Group YEAR TO DATE 2010 116 2011 72 2012 75

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13

CONFIRMATION 2012shy13 We are thrilled to be starting the 2012‐13 year with the biggest Confirmation class in Calvaryrsquos history We cur‐rently have 56 studentsItrsquos going to be a great year If you havenrsquotenrolled your 8thor 9th grader in the pro‐gram itrsquos not too lateWersquod love to have them join us Please contact me and wersquoll take care of the registration process Parents please remember to check your emails regularly for communications from the Confirmation team You can also stay connected by clicking on the Youth tab on calvaryinfoorg and joining Calvary Connecting Point amp generationCalvary on Facebook Watch for permission slips and registration details for the upcoming events The Gathering ndash Radisson Lansing 1227‐1230 Winter Retreat ndash Camp Michi‐Lu‐Ca l18‐121 Motown Mission ndash Detroit MI 331‐406 I look forward serving in this exciting ministry with your family As always contact me or Pastor Kenif you have any questions Susan Batchik Confirmation Program Coordinator birdlandmiyahoocom 248‐625‐3288 ext 201

Upcoming Confirmation Dates

8thshy9th Grade Oct 14 Family Covenant Ceremony 1100 worship Class 1215shy300 Oct 27 Servant amp Fellowship Event Trunk R Treat shy White LakeCampus Oct 28 Attend Rite of Confirmation 1100 worship Class 1215shy300 Nov 04 Rewind 900shy1100 10th Grade Oct 7 Mini Retreat 1100shy300 Oct 21Confirmation Rehearsal ampFamily Potluck 600shy800 Oct 28 RITE OF CONFIRMATION 1100 worship Reception following Please remember to complete writing your faith story and memorize the Apostlesrsquo Creed

14

August 2012 Church Council Highlights

August 20 2012 diams Council continued book discussion of ldquoAlmost Christianrdquo by Kendra Creasy Dean with a focus on

chapter 7 diams Review amp accept July Council minutes diams Review amp accept July amp YTD financial reports July offering revenues continue to be below the

2012 spending plan expectations thus continue the same YTD trend we have been experienc-ing Discussion about possible year end shortfall

diams 2012 goals and priorities of working groups Leadership development and training ahs been deferred to next year Multisite ministry and site master plan development will continue this fall

diams The staff position of Spiritual Growth Pathway Coordinator has been posted diams SOVA food pantry update diams Review of Carver Governance policy diams We will review Covenant of Racial Reconciliation of the Southeast Michigan Synod next month diams Update on building repairsmdashnew air conditioning until has been installed in Clarkston Flat roof

areas in Clarkston are leaking Estimates are forthcoming Carpet repair estimates for Clark-ston are also forthcoming

diams Walk the Talk Spiritual Growth Pathway materials are in development diams Gift Sunday is November 18 We are currently recruiting volunteers for the Stewardship Team diams Prayer requests diams Prayer

Dear Calvary friends Your prayers and concern have sustained me through my trials over the recent months I have been hospitalized several times and been in physical and occupational therapy at the hospital and a residential rehabilitation center Irsquove had several fingers amputated a systemic infection and a Multiple Sclerosis episode which has led to my inability to walk With therapy determina-tion and Godrsquos fortitude I hope and pray that I will be able to walk again I also hope to regain use of my hands and to retrain my remaining fin-gers I say lsquoI hopersquo but use the term loosely My prayers have turned from lsquohopingrsquo that God will change my situation to imploring Him to grant me the grace faith and endurance to accept my situation as is I strive to find God in unexpected ways and places and to serve him whenever

however and wherever He leads Yoursquove been faithful in visiting me sending notes of love and support to Jeff and me and providing gifts of food meals and snacks This has been a blessing to us as you have generously shared Godrsquos love with us Thank you Presently Irsquom home and enjoying Godrsquos creation in the change of season and of course celebrat-ing our beautiful new-born twin grand daughters Verona and Norah now 2 months old and flour-ishing I pray that Irsquoll be able to be among you again soon I miss you and being among the fellow-ship of all believers You are very dear to me and I thank God for your continued care and con-cern for my family and me In Christian love Gayle Buschur

15

August

Statistics

FAITH GIVING August

General Fund August Giving $ 52844

(Disbursements-August) $ (63340) Year to Date Giving $ 425317 (Disbursements-YTD) $ (523623)

GENERATION TO GENERATION FUND GIVING TOTAL

$1268039

Average WEEKLY Aug Worship Attendance 2010 391 2011 344 2012 345 Average Weekly Attendance YEAR TO DATE 2010 420 2011 427 2012 405

BAPTIZED IN CHRISTrsquoS CHURCH 4 Anthony Jeremy Latozas Alaina Kay Zilka Janie Diane Zilka Madisen Elizabeth Zilka

JOINED IN CHRISTIAN MARRIAGE 1 Jessica Louise Page amp Adam Michael Kliebert

CHRISTIAN FUNERAL WORSHIP 2 Mary Ison Jenny Bannister

JOINED IN MEMBERSHIP 0

Average WEEKLY Aug Sunday School Attendance 2010 na 2011 na 2012 na Average Weekly Sunday School YEAR TO DATE 2010 140 2011 123 2012 85

Average WEEKLY Aug Feast Attendance 2010 120 2011 80 2012 92 Average Weekly FEAST YEAR TO DATE 2010 65 2011 50 2012 65

Average WEEKLY Aug Growth Group Attendance 2010 na 2011 na 2012 na Average Weekly Growth Group YEAR TO DATE 2010 116 2011 72 2012 75

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14

August 2012 Church Council Highlights

August 20 2012 diams Council continued book discussion of ldquoAlmost Christianrdquo by Kendra Creasy Dean with a focus on

chapter 7 diams Review amp accept July Council minutes diams Review amp accept July amp YTD financial reports July offering revenues continue to be below the

2012 spending plan expectations thus continue the same YTD trend we have been experienc-ing Discussion about possible year end shortfall

diams 2012 goals and priorities of working groups Leadership development and training ahs been deferred to next year Multisite ministry and site master plan development will continue this fall

diams The staff position of Spiritual Growth Pathway Coordinator has been posted diams SOVA food pantry update diams Review of Carver Governance policy diams We will review Covenant of Racial Reconciliation of the Southeast Michigan Synod next month diams Update on building repairsmdashnew air conditioning until has been installed in Clarkston Flat roof

areas in Clarkston are leaking Estimates are forthcoming Carpet repair estimates for Clark-ston are also forthcoming

diams Walk the Talk Spiritual Growth Pathway materials are in development diams Gift Sunday is November 18 We are currently recruiting volunteers for the Stewardship Team diams Prayer requests diams Prayer

Dear Calvary friends Your prayers and concern have sustained me through my trials over the recent months I have been hospitalized several times and been in physical and occupational therapy at the hospital and a residential rehabilitation center Irsquove had several fingers amputated a systemic infection and a Multiple Sclerosis episode which has led to my inability to walk With therapy determina-tion and Godrsquos fortitude I hope and pray that I will be able to walk again I also hope to regain use of my hands and to retrain my remaining fin-gers I say lsquoI hopersquo but use the term loosely My prayers have turned from lsquohopingrsquo that God will change my situation to imploring Him to grant me the grace faith and endurance to accept my situation as is I strive to find God in unexpected ways and places and to serve him whenever

however and wherever He leads Yoursquove been faithful in visiting me sending notes of love and support to Jeff and me and providing gifts of food meals and snacks This has been a blessing to us as you have generously shared Godrsquos love with us Thank you Presently Irsquom home and enjoying Godrsquos creation in the change of season and of course celebrat-ing our beautiful new-born twin grand daughters Verona and Norah now 2 months old and flour-ishing I pray that Irsquoll be able to be among you again soon I miss you and being among the fellow-ship of all believers You are very dear to me and I thank God for your continued care and con-cern for my family and me In Christian love Gayle Buschur

15

August

Statistics

FAITH GIVING August

General Fund August Giving $ 52844

(Disbursements-August) $ (63340) Year to Date Giving $ 425317 (Disbursements-YTD) $ (523623)

GENERATION TO GENERATION FUND GIVING TOTAL

$1268039

Average WEEKLY Aug Worship Attendance 2010 391 2011 344 2012 345 Average Weekly Attendance YEAR TO DATE 2010 420 2011 427 2012 405

BAPTIZED IN CHRISTrsquoS CHURCH 4 Anthony Jeremy Latozas Alaina Kay Zilka Janie Diane Zilka Madisen Elizabeth Zilka

JOINED IN CHRISTIAN MARRIAGE 1 Jessica Louise Page amp Adam Michael Kliebert

CHRISTIAN FUNERAL WORSHIP 2 Mary Ison Jenny Bannister

JOINED IN MEMBERSHIP 0

Average WEEKLY Aug Sunday School Attendance 2010 na 2011 na 2012 na Average Weekly Sunday School YEAR TO DATE 2010 140 2011 123 2012 85

Average WEEKLY Aug Feast Attendance 2010 120 2011 80 2012 92 Average Weekly FEAST YEAR TO DATE 2010 65 2011 50 2012 65

Average WEEKLY Aug Growth Group Attendance 2010 na 2011 na 2012 na Average Weekly Growth Group YEAR TO DATE 2010 116 2011 72 2012 75

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15

August

Statistics

FAITH GIVING August

General Fund August Giving $ 52844

(Disbursements-August) $ (63340) Year to Date Giving $ 425317 (Disbursements-YTD) $ (523623)

GENERATION TO GENERATION FUND GIVING TOTAL

$1268039

Average WEEKLY Aug Worship Attendance 2010 391 2011 344 2012 345 Average Weekly Attendance YEAR TO DATE 2010 420 2011 427 2012 405

BAPTIZED IN CHRISTrsquoS CHURCH 4 Anthony Jeremy Latozas Alaina Kay Zilka Janie Diane Zilka Madisen Elizabeth Zilka

JOINED IN CHRISTIAN MARRIAGE 1 Jessica Louise Page amp Adam Michael Kliebert

CHRISTIAN FUNERAL WORSHIP 2 Mary Ison Jenny Bannister

JOINED IN MEMBERSHIP 0

Average WEEKLY Aug Sunday School Attendance 2010 na 2011 na 2012 na Average Weekly Sunday School YEAR TO DATE 2010 140 2011 123 2012 85

Average WEEKLY Aug Feast Attendance 2010 120 2011 80 2012 92 Average Weekly FEAST YEAR TO DATE 2010 65 2011 50 2012 65

Average WEEKLY Aug Growth Group Attendance 2010 na 2011 na 2012 na Average Weekly Growth Group YEAR TO DATE 2010 116 2011 72 2012 75

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