ANNOUNCEMENTS July 29, 2018 WE WELCOME YOU as honored guests or treasured members. Before the service, speak to the Lord in prayer. During the service, listen as the Lord speaks to you through His Holy Word. After the service, speak to one another. (If standing or kneeling during any portion of the worship service is a problem, you may sit or remain seated.) VISITORS & MEMBERS, please be sure to sign the Attendance Register in the pew so that your visit can be noted. ORDER OF WORSHIP is Matins, page 219 of Lutheran Service Book. Refer to the Worship Insert for readings, hymns and to guide you through the service. A triangle preceding a hymn stanza indicates that we stand for the verse(s). CHANCEL PARAMENTS are green for the season of Pentecost to symbolize the new life in Christ s church. CHANCEL FLOWERS are given to the Glory of God by Ed & Rhonda Wesselman in honor of their 14 th anniversary that was on July 24. Congratulations! PARENTS, FOR YOUR CONVENIENCE A CRY ROOM is located at the back of the nave. Please do not leave children unattended. All the restrooms are equipped with changing tables. SUNDAY MORNING CLASSES meet at 9:30 a.m. ADULT CLASS meets in Classroom A. All ages are welcome and encouraged to attend. Please join us as we study and learn together. SUNDAY SCHOOL is meeting in the choir loft for opening each Sunday. PLEASE LIFT UP IN PRAYER Jennifer Beatty Earl Buchert Harold Cox Ted Decker Elizabeth DuVall Mid Grolich Trudie Hovarter Pat Jaeger Larry Merkel Lori Meyer Vicki Miller Maxine Myers Eric Piazza Tom Schleg Marlis Snyder Carolyn Tanner Jean Taylor James Wolf Polly Wolf The Family of Heather Baumgartner Pilgrim Manor: Jim Allen, Bill Satorius Miller s Manor: Don Day Military: Haley Hampton, Jeremie Espich THANK YOU We would like to thank Pastor Ahlemeyer for coming to the hospital when Tim passed away unexpectedly and for his words of hope and comfort. We appreciated so much the beautiful Christian service he provided at the church. We will be forever grateful. We also want to thank the ladies of the church for the wonderful meal they provided. Thank you also to the congregation for all the prayers and comforting words shared. The Snyder Family
OUR DEEPEST SYMPATHY and Christian love is extended to the family of Heather Baumgartner, who died on Saturday, July 20. Heather s funeral was on Thursday, July 26, at Johnson-Danielson Funeral Home. Please keep Cliff & Kelly and Forrest and Autumn in your prayers. Come to me, all who labor and are heavy laden, and I will give you rest. Matthew 11:28 HEARTFELT THANKS We would like to thank all the people who helped make our wedding day a success! It was a beautiful day outside and inside! Dan & Kristi Ritter CHURCH MAILBOX Be sure to check your church mailboxes. The August calendar and birthdays & anniversaries are out. Extra copies are on the cabinet in the Narthex. BAGS FOR BRAILLE Our Braille Center is in need of clean, plastic bags for packing our books to send. All sizes are welcome and plastic dry cleaning bags will work also. The plastic bags are used for cushioning the books so they reach their destination in the best condition possible. Please leave your bags in the bin under the mailboxes or on the library table. ERIC PIAZZA S ADDRESS Eric Piazza, Brian s brother, has been in the hospital with medical problems. Many of you know him from when his father was pastor at Calvary. Eric is going to be in rehab and thought he might like to hear some words of encouragement from Calvary. Please continue to pray for Eric. His address is Eric Piazza Parkview Rehab Randallia 2200 Randallia Drive Fort Wayne IN 46805 SPECIAL OLYMPICS SCARF PROJECT A way for us to support the Special Olympics is to knit or crochet scarves for the athletes, coaches, volunteers, and supporters. Located on the bulletin board are directions. The scarves need to be special colors. The scarves can be any kind of pattern, but need to have fringe. Anyone wishing to make a scarf or many, please pick up the instruction sheet. They will need to be done by December 1. If you have any questions, please contact Barb Cole. LEFTOVER ITEMS FROM VBS There are still some props that were used for VBS here at the church. If you are missing something or just forgot to pick up your items, please check the old Vicar s office for your items.
GET YOUR TICKETS TODAY Tickets are available for members to purchase. We also have packets of tickets for members to take and sell to family, friends, neighbors, and co-workers. Please help make the Ice Cream Social a big success again this year. HELPERS NEEDED The sign-up sheets are up for the help we will need for the Ice Cream Social. Please stop by the board in the Narthex and sign up where you are able to help. We will need help the week leading up to Saturday, August 4. This is a great fundraiser. If you have any questions, please contact Co-Couple, Ron & Cheryl Geik, or the church office. DONATIONS FOR THE ICS Thank you for your generosity!! Our donation board is empty. We still need pies for the Ice Cream Social. THANKS IN ADVANCE FOR YOUR HELP AND GENEROSITY!!! CHURCH PICNIC SUNDAY, AUGUST 19 ONE WORSHIP SERVICE at 10:00 a.m. No SS/ABC
YOUTH DAY at LAKE MAXINKUCKEE The Youth are going to Lake Maxinkuckee TODAY. The Youth and any adults joining them will eat at the church after the 2 nd service. Lunch will be pizza, provided by the Board of Youth. After eating, all will get changed into their swimsuits and head to Lake Maxinkuckee. We plan to be at the lake 1:00-5:00 p.m. At 5:00, we will get cleaned up and head back to the church for any youth that need to be picked up by their parents. All youth will need to have a permission slip signed by their parent or legal guardian. The permission slips are located on the bulletin board. ADULT CONFIRMATION SUNDAY On Sunday, August 12, we will confirm 4 Confirmands during the 2 nd worship service. Please join them as they affirm their faith and become a full member of Calvary. CONFIRMATION BIBLE BOOT CAMP SATURDAY, AUGUST 25 CONFIRMATION STUDENTS & PARENTS On Sunday, August 5, after the 2 nd service, there will be a meeting for the parents and students who are interested in joining the Fall Confirmation class (grades 4-8). We will be discussing information for the coming year and the August 25 th Bible Boot Camp. PRAYERS The start of school is just around the corner. Please keep students, teachers, bus drivers, crossing guards, and parents in your prayers as they start another year. PRESCHOOL REGISTRATION There is still time to register for preschool. Registration forms and handbooks are by the church office window in the Narthex. Be sure to share with your family, friends and neighbors.
LOOKING AHEAD Aug. 7 Board of Elders 7:00 p.m. Aug. 12 Adult Confirmation (during 2 nd service) Aug. 14 Braille 9:00 a.m. / 1:00 p.m. Board of Preschool 4:30 p.m. Board of Trustees 6:30 p.m. Aug. 15 Challenge Articles Due to the Church Office Aug. 19 One Service 10:00 a.m. (No SS/ABC) Bring a Friend Sunday New Member Recognition Church Picnic (after service) Aug. 21 Braille 9:00 a.m. / 1:00 p.m. Aug. 25 Confirmation Bible Boot Camp Aug. 26 Board of Stewardship (after 2 nd service) Aug. 27 Preschool Orientation 3:30-6:00 p.m. Aug. 28 Braille 9:00 a.m. / 1:00 p.m. Aug. 31 Sept. 3 Blueberry Festival Parking THOSE WHO SERVE TODAY (7/29) THOSE WHO SERVE NEXT WEEK (8/5) ACOLYTE: Cameron Ewing (10:45) ACOLYTE: Ava LoMagro (10:45) ALTAR GUILD: Deb Buchtel ALTAR GUILD: Trudie Hovarter, Tabitha Young ELDER: John Ott (8:15) ELDER: Ray Uhlig (8:15) Gene Matzat (10:45) Adam Beery (10:45) GREETERS: Ralph Wille (8:15) GREETERS: Jim & Sue Ross (8:15) Joanne Straka (10:45) Loretta Caldwell & Larry Howdeshell (10:45) ORGANIST: Linda Matzat ORGANIST: Sarah Rippy TELLER: Brenda Meyers TELLER: TBD USHERS: Paul Skibbe, Steve Skibbe (8:15) USHERS: Gene Matzat, Jim Ross (8:15) Doug Snyder, Devin Straka (10:45) Jack Holm, Paul Skibbe (10:45) TODAY THIS WEEK AT A GLANCE (July 29 August 5) Worship, 8:15 a.m. and 10:45 a.m. Sunday School and Adult Bible Class, 9:30 a.m. Youth Lake Day @ Lake Maxinkuckee (1:00-5:00 p.m.) MONDAY-SATURDAY Preparations for Ice Cream Social TUESDAY SATURDAY SUNDAY NO Braille 18 th Annual Ice Cream Social 4:00 p.m. 7:00 p.m. Divine Service, 8:15 a.m. and 10:45 a.m. Sunday School and Adult Bible Class, 9:30 a.m. Board of Christian Education & SS Teachers Mtg (after 2 nd service) Confirmation Students & Parents Mtg. (after 2 nd service)
NEWS FROM THE ARNDT FAMILY Dear members of Calvary Lutheran Church As I'm sure you can imagine these past couple months have been pretty busy, but I send you greetings from our new home in Lester Prairie, MN. I pray that you are all well and enjoying the summer months. Also, before I fill you in on the details of what's been happening for our family lately, I'd like to thank you all for the love and support you provided for me and my family this past year. We all know how important it is to have a church family and you all helped make that possible for us this past year; as well as allowing me to grow and develop as I finished my studies at seminary. I can definitely say serving you all at Calvary over the past year helped me grow in my understanding of keeping Christ at the heart and center of our lives. I also became more comfortable preaching and leading service. Thank you! After our last Sunday at Calvary, we spent about a month in Indiana before moving to Minnesota on June 25th. We rented a moving truck and a member from the St. Peter congregation in Lester Prairie, graciously offered to fly out and drive the truck, which made it a lot less stressful for Ivy. The move went smoothly and we were welcomed to Minnesota by several members of the congregation who helped us unload into our beautiful parsonage just across the parking lot from the church. It didn't take us long to get things unpacked and settled in. We also spent some time with my family before my ordination/installation service on July 8 th. The ordination service was very nice, If I remember correctly there were 17 Pastors who attended. After the service there was a nice meal and time to celebrate. Almost three weeks have passed and I'm really grateful to be called as the Pastor here at St. Peter. The congregation has been welcoming and loving, the community is quiet and friendly, and I'm able to spend plenty of time with Ivy and Anastasia. By the way, Anastasia is growing fast, she's now able to crawl around and pull herself up on furniture. Maybe in another couple months she'll be walking. I pray the Lord continues to bless you, we'll stay in touch. In Christ, Pastor Arndt & family The Arndt family s mailing address is below. Pastor Joshua & Ivy Arndt 90 Kennedy Avenue S Lester Prairie MN 55354
MISSION STATEMENT OF CALVARY LUTHERAN CHURCH "To bring alive The Triune God's plan of salvation in the congregation, community, and world (Matthew 28:19-20) by providing an atmosphere for spiritual growth, embracing the Spirit, and sharing our God-given gifts in Christian love. WELCOME TO CALVARY LUTHERAN CHURCH! The people of God at Calvary extend to you a most warm and friendly welcome. Please join us again soon. A Visitors Packet is available from an usher. If you are interested in further information about the church, or if you desire to become a member, please contact the church office at 936-2903. Thank you for worshiping at Calvary. CHURCH OFFICE HOURS: 8:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. Monday through Friday. PASTOR IN STUDY: Tuesday through Friday mornings. Afternoon and/or evenings by appointment. E-MAIL: pastor@calvarylutheranplymouth.org CELL PHONE NUMBER: 812-525-3800 CONTACT THE CHURCH: OFFICE: (574) 936-2903 E-MAIL:church@calvarylutheranplymouth.org WORSHIP SCHEDULE: For Your Convenience, Open Every Sunday 7:30 a.m. to 12:00 noon The Lord s Supper is celebrated the 1st and 3 rd Sundays of each month. 8:15 a.m. Worship/Divine Service 9:30 a.m. Sunday School and Adult Bible Classes 10:45 a.m. Worship/Divine Service THE LORD S SUPPER As we celebrate the Sacrament of The Lord s Supper, all confirmed Lutheran Church- Missouri Synod guests are invited to partake with us. After kneeling, please open your mouth or hold out your hand to receive the bread from the Pastor. The wine is offered in the chalice by the Pastor. Please assist the Pastor with the chalice by placing your hand under the cup and tilting it until you receive a drink of the wine. If you desire an individual plastic container, please take one when the assistant passes.