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Weekly Highlights
National Day of Prayer
National Day of Prayer is Thurs., May 2. We hope to have a round-the-clock vigil from Calvary's members. You may pray at church, from home, or at work. A sign-up board is located in the narthex where you can choose a time that works for you. You are also invited to attend a special service of prayer with Calvary's school children at 8:15 a.m. in the sanctuary, or join Calvary's Prayer Ministry Team for a special time of prayer at approximately 9:00 a.m. You can also view a special prayer broadcast on www.nationaldayofprayer.org that evening beginning at 8:00 p.m.
Pentecost Pizza Party (Sat., May 4)
The Children's Ministry team will be hosting a Pentecost Pizza Party in the school cafeteria on Sat., May 4 at 4:00 p.m.
Come join us for pizza and our special guest speaker, Luke Simons from Athletes in Action, to learn about Pentecost and what our missionaries do when they work with children to spread the news of Jesus. This will be a great family event for all ages! Questions? Contact Heather Marrero. Sign-up at https://tinyurl.com/2sp9vuph.
Mother’s Day Flower Sale
The Community Garden Team will be selling hanging Petunia baskets to celebrate Mother’s Day. The cost is $20 each, with all proceeds supporting the Lilly Boys & Girls Club. E-mail your order to Jake Allen. Baskets will be available for pick-up at church May 11/12. Thanks in advance for your support of this important Calvary ministry.
Thank You Confirmation Mentors & Prayer Angels
We thank all who made this year’s confirmation ministry a success. The staff, families, and people of Calvary appreciate your love for the Lord and the youth of our congregation.
Small group mentors: Ruth Deckard, Jeff Evans, Josh Engelking, and Janet McWilliams. Prayer angels: Dawn Schultz, Mckenna & Ruth Deckard, Nicole Reese, Linda Simons, Tia Kochan, Brenda Irwin, Rhonda Hansen, Ann Arnold, and Betty Bardonner. Prayer angel coordinator: Diana Blazek.
Calvary’s Vacation Bible School
Mon., Jun 24—Fri., Jun 28 from 9:00—11:30 a.m.
Electrifying Bible adventures, catchy songs, fun games, and memorable crafts are all part of the VBS experience!
Register a child today for this year’s fun! Registration forms are in the church office or register online at clcs.org/registerforvbs.
Interested in volunteering? All skill levels, time availability, and areas of passion are welcome. Forms are near the welcome TVs or signup online at clcs.org/volunteerforvbs. Questions? Contact Kara Hiatt.
Help us get the word out! Think about a friend, family member, neighbor, or coworker that you can talk to about our VBS program. Share our VBS Facebook post on your timeline. Share our VBS info on your neighborhood’s Nextdoor app.
State of the Church Update (May 19)
Join us after worship services Sun., May 19 at 12:00 p.m. as we help set the direction of our church for the year ahead. We will meet to share upcoming initiatives, celebrate ministry accomplishments, approve the 2024-25 budget, elect ministry leaders, and carry out other congregational business.
The nominations slate, proposed budget summary, and other materials are available online at clcs.org/voters.
If you still have a name to suggest or would like to volunteer, please contact Kara Hiatt.
Ladies’ Bible Study (Sat., May 4)
This month’s study will be from the Lutheran Women’s Spring 2024 Quarterly and shared by everyone. Join us in the Church Library on Sat., May 4 at 8:30 a.m.
Lunch Out! (Wed., May 1, 11:00 a.m.)
For our “First Wednesday” May outing we’re meeting Bubba’s 33, 7799 US 31 South. Tables will be saved for Calvary Lutheran. Adults of all ages are welcome.
Church Work Scholarships Available
Scholarships are available for Calvary members studying to be church workers from both the Wessler Family Endowment and the Student Assistance Fund. Recent scholarships supported Aaron Levenhagen (who is currently a fourth-year seminary student at Concordia St. Louis). Anyone who is considering pursuing an education in church work and would like more information on scholarship opportunities please reach out to the Stewardship Ministry Team.
Annual Yard Sale (Sat., June 1)
The yard sale will be Sat, June 1 from 8:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. in the gym. Donation drop-off information will be posted in May. No clothing or shoes. Volunteers will be needed to set -up, help shoppers during the day, and clean up afterwards. Contact Paula Fisk or Candy O’Bryan with questions.
GriefShare (Wednesdays through June 5)
Faith-based grief support, help & encouragement after the death of a spouse, child, family member, or friend. Wednesdays through June 5, 6:00-8:00 p.m. Led by trained facilitators Mike Louden & Roxanne Deardurff. Sessions include videos by experts in grieving, group discussion, personal study/reflection. Open to everyone. Contact Mike or Roxanne.
Looking to serve? Do you have a name to suggest?
Calvary’s Nominations Committee is beginning its work of recruiting volunteers for our congregation’s ministry teams and leadership positions. If you would like to volunteer or have a suggestion of someone who would be a good fit for a position, please let us know. Contact Kara Hiatt. Ministry teams include Christian School, Communications, Compassion, Facilities, Fellowship, Outreach, Parish Education, Spiritual Care, Stewardship, and Youth.
Summer Women’s Bible Study
June 4 - July 16 9:00 a.m. & 6:30 p.m.
When You Pray ~ A Study of Six Prayers in the Bible
In this 7-session study, join with six beloved Bible teachers who will help you study prayers in the Bible that can inspire your own. You’ll learn that God welcomes your praise and lament, your thanksgiving and intercession. You’ll see examples of how to pray when you’re alone and when you’re gathered with others. Above all, you’ll notice there’s no one right way to pray. As you draw near to God through prayer, you’ll find your faith strengthened and your heart united to Christ. Sign-ups will begin mid-May.
Extravagant Sharing
Peanut butter and jelly, along with breakfast cereal is requested for the Extravagant Sharing shelves, across from the center church doors, during the month of APRIL. Thank you for your support of this ministry in extending Jesus’ love for all.
Calvary Welcomes Tia Kochan
We are happy to introduce Tia Kochan as Calvary's new Chief Administrative Officer. Tia and her husband and children, Tony, Al, and Savannah are members of Calvary. Tia looks forward to serving alongside our staff and leaders, as she manages the financial and operational needs of Calvary.
9th Annual Bike Rodeo & Community Cookout
On May 3 at 5:00 p.m., Calvary students and community members, ages preschool through 5th grade, are invited to participate in a Bike Rodeo! There will also be a Community Cookout in the south parking lot during the Rodeo!
Lutheran High Summer Sports Camps – June 2024
LHS will offer Summer Sports Camps in various sports during June for boys and girls who are in or have just completed grade school. For information and to register, visit lhsi.org.
SAVE THE DATE! Lutheran High Golf Outing - June 2
The LHS Golf Outing will return to Martinsville Golf Club on June 2 (12:30 p.m. check-in with lunch and 2:00 p.m. tee off).
Prayer Support
Submit prayer requests to the church office at (317) 783-2000 or click here for our online Prayer Page.
STRENGTH & HEALING
Janet Carney; David Geiger; Pastor Ray Smith; Tracy Finke, daughter-in-law of Pat Finke
ONGOING CARE—CALVARY
Midge Clark; Ellen Vance; Jim Vance; Jim Birdwell; Gene Redding; Denise Fix; Pastor Bill Yates; Dan Weeden; Glory Van Arsdel; Bonnie Brink; Sherry Ritchotte; Art Messer; Bob Heid; Janelle McCoy; Sherri Terry; Linda Heckman; Connor Miles
ONGOING CARE—COMMUNITY
Jared Hall, grandson of Jim & Jan Dunaway; Jiraiya Marqua, grandson of Michael Marqua & great-grandson of Sandra Marqua Staten (former members of Calvary); Belinda Patton, daughter of Susie Holton; Shirley Wehmeier, sister of Bill Wittlief; Julie Miller, daughter-in-law of Pauline Miller; Christina Albrecht, daughter of Al & Marsha Albrecht; Judy Webb, friend of Amber Young; Jerry Plummer, brother-in-law of Steve Bardonner; Sophie Wildauer, granddaughter of Craig & Amy Wildauer; Layla Stockinger, a 4th grade student at Emmaus Ft. Wayne; Richard Parr, father of Cheryl Rensner; Rev. Harold & Joy Kallio; Jim Foster, friend of Jim & Kristen Schark; Bob Locke, friend of Jim & Kristen Schwark; Evan Stephan, friend of James & Melissa Mayo; Darrell Shaw, friend of Becky Leslie; Steve Bruner, brother of Patty Rothkopf; Ella Kay Bardonner, sister-in-law of Steve Bardonner; Jane Weeks; Kelly Fromer & Paula Spears, friends of Kristen Schwark; Norman Parks, brother of Ellwyn Parks; Gertrude Heiden, mother of Judy Morrison
IN THANKSGIVING
For our second-year confirmation students as they publicly affirm their faith this weekend
FOR GOD’S GUIDANCE
For Pastor Maxx Fisher as he prayerfully deliberates our Associate Pastor call
For Brian Krohmer as he prayerfully deliberates our Youth Director call
GOD’S PROTECTION
Taylor Sessions (CO); Brent Ogunmakin, husband of Taylor Sessions (CO); Trevor Frank (AZ); Abigail (Leslie) Tipton (deployed); Nate Moore (FL); Corey Langhammer (KS); Grant Behning (WA); Addison Utterback, granddaughter of Judy Stanford (US); Drew Utterback, grandson of Judy Stanford (US); Austin McClure, grandson of Judy Stanford (deployed); Michael Van Arsdel, grandson of Glory Van Arsdel (deployed); Tommy Austin, friend of Erin Woempner (deployed); Dylan Bruner, nephew of Patty Rothkopf (US); Joseph Fox, grandson of Anita Fox (US); Nicholas Haviland, nephew of Steve & Laura Currier (NC); Caleb, Japheth, & Seth Hougesen, grandsons of Rich Wilson (US); Austin Turner, nephew of Glenda Roundtree (WA); Wayde Cochran, great-nephew of Steve & Pattie Bardonner; Christina Etzler, niece of Denise Fix (deployed)