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Weekly Highlights
Outdoor Worship & Picnic (Sun, Sept 27)
Annual Outdoor Worship Service and Church Picnic is Sun., Sept 27 at 11:00 a.m. Location: German Park (8600 S. Meridian Street) Picnic Food will be provided by Jug’s Catering. The portal is now open for picnic patrons who would like to help defer costs by making a designated gift. Additionally, we are looking for volunteers to help with greeting, parking, and monitoring bounce houses. To help, please contact Joe Pluckebaum.
Save the date for the Annual Holiday Bazaar!!!
The 57th Annual Holiday Bazaar is Sat, Nov 14, 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Bazaar planning has begun! Find details at clcs.org/bazaar. We are currently looking for many volunteers to help with the planning stages. Coordinators are needed to organize various aspects of the bazaar. Team members are needed to work with coordinators to accomplish tasks. To volunteer please contact Karen. Booth sales are open. If you or someone you know is interested in having a booth at the bazaar they should contact Angie Ransdell. A booth can also be reserved at https://calvary-women-in-mission.square.site/.
Ladies’ Pinochle Club (Mon., Sept 14)
Whether it’s your first time or you’re an old pro, join us for Pinochle! We meet the 2nd Monday of each month at 5:30 p.m. in the Conference Room. Pinochle will meet Sept 14. Questions? Sandra Wilson.
Ladies’ Pickleball (Saturdays at 10:00 a.m.)
Have you ever wanted to try pickleball? Join other women for a relaxed friendly game where beginners are welcome. Come learn and play with us! We meet in the school gym most Saturday mornings. Check the weekly church calendar to confirm the schedule. Bring good tennis shoes and patience. Questions? Contact Sandra Wilson.
Extravagant Sharing
Lutheran Child and Family Services will support many who need soup and soup mixes, as well as boxes of cereal at The Sharing Place. Please support these needs by bringing them to the Extravagant Sharing shelves in the church narthex throughout the month of September. Thanks, and God bless your sharing hearts.
LHSI Homecoming - September 18
Come cheer on our Saints football team as they face Cardinal Ritter at 7:00 pm at Homecoming 2026. LHS Alumni will enjoy free admission, an Alumni family tent, food and prizes. 2026 graduates can pick up their yearbooks. Alumni may RSVP at LHSI.org.
Help Indiana Families Impacted by Floods
Thrivent is helping support families & communities affected by the recent flooding across Indiana. For every $2 donated to Convoy of Hope through Thrivent’s online giving platform, Thrivent will add $1—up to a total match of $10,000—and cover all processing fees. The match is available until Oct 19, or until the matching funds are fully used. You can also help by leading a Thrivent Action Team using promo code “Disaster 2026” or, if eligible, directing Thrivent Choice Dollars to an organization supporting disaster-response efforts. To donate or learn more, visit: https://thrivent.cotribute.co/events/1383596/detail. Thank you for helping our Indiana neighbors during this difficult time!
First Friday Coffee & Convo with Pastor Sam
All are invited for First Friday coffee and conversation on Greg Finke’s book, “Joining Jesus On His Mission: How to be an Everyday Missionary.” This will be a discussion-based study with video use as well. Our first meeting is Fri., Oct 2, 9:00-10:00 a.m. in the café. A sign-up and books (donation optional) are in the church office. Contact Pastor Sam at
for more information.
Cancer Companions – Cancer Support
Calvary offers individual or group support for those experiencing cancer. Daily devotionals, scripture, fellowship, prayer, and encouragement are a part of this program. Calvary and non-Calvary members can attend. Do you know someone who could benefit from such a program? Contact Rosalie Behning or Denise Fix.
GriefShare (Wednesdays through Nov 11)
Wednesdays, through Nov 11, 6:00-8:00 p.m. Open to everyone. Begin attending at any time; sessions are not sequential. Contact Mike Louden or Roxanne Deardurff for more information.
Congregational Bible Study: Everyday Revolutionary
This six-session Bible study by J.D. Greear explores how to live with bold faith in a world that often challenges our beliefs. Leader sign-ups begin Aug 22, and participant sign-ups begin Sept 19. Study groups begin Oct 17 and will be supported by a sermon series. Groups will meet at Calvary, in homes, and online. We’d love for you to join us!
Digital Announcement Request Form
Does your Calvary ministry or group have something you would like announced to the Calvary community through the website, narthex info TVs, or other digital signage at Calvary? Use the following website (clcs.org/announcement) to submit your announcement request, as well as any accompanying files, graphics, etc. This form automatically emails all necessary Calvary staff and volunteers in one easy step.
Interested in Helping our V-Tech Team?
We are seeking additional volunteers to help with our v-tech projectionist needs at our traditional services (Sat 5:30 p.m. & Sun. 8:00 a.m.). Whether you have previous experience or are brand new, we are happy to provide the training needed for the role. Contact Steve Bardonner to find out more information or express interest.
Bible Study Sunday Evenings
There's still room! Join the Bible study at the Morrisons' home Sunday evenings from 5:30 - 7:30 p.m. They are presently studying "Every Thought Captive" by Kyle Idleman. The books are $15. Contact Judy for details.
Lunch & Learn (Wed., Sept 16, 11:00 a.m.)
Presenter: Kristen Schwark
Program: Housing concerns and decisions
Lunch: Salisbury Steak, Mashed Potatoes, Green Beans, & Dessert
Cost: Suggested donation: $5.
Questions? Barb Sorgius, 317-783-2000.
Prayer Support
Submit prayer requests to the church office at (317) 783-2000 or click here for our online Prayer Page.
PREPARING FOR SURGERY
Heather Marrero (Sept 15); Pat Meyer (Sept 15)
STRENGTH & HEALING
Eunice Miller, sister of Steve Rensner; Mariana Simons, mother of Greg Simons
ONGOING CARE—CALVARY
Joe Townsend; Bob Handschy; Don Meyer; Jim Vance; Dave Craggs; Rich Wilson; Jamie Rainey; David Mills; Bristol Wilson; Susan Wright; Dee Appleton; Kathy Lamin; Erin Woempner; Art Messer; Ray Main; Carol Lange; Mary Ann Knaus; Pastor Bill Yates; Bonnie Brink
ONGOING CARE—COMMUNITY
Karen Blank, mother of Diane Robinson; Tommy Brewer, brother of Danny Brewer; Paul Zabel, brother of Diane Gibson; Sarah Fix, daughter of Denise Fix; Nick Grimes, cousin of Heather Marrero; Asher McDonough, family of Amy Soberalski; Dan Medcalf, brother-in-law of Christy Wessler; Jeremy Daake, brother of Mike Daake; Jim Currier, brother of Steve Currier; Bob Meier, brother of Tim Meier; Norma Krall, mother of Mike Carpenter; Jim DeHoney, father of Kevin DeHoney; Jane Vandivier, mother of Steve Vandivier; Judy Webb, friend of Amber Young; Shirley Wehmeier, sister of Bill Wittlief; Steve Bruner, brother of Patty Rothkopf; Beth Zorman and Paula Spears, friends of Jim & Kristen Schwark
GOD’S PEACE
Barb Ryan
FOR THOSE WHO MOURN
Family and friends of Tiffany Collins, niece of Duane & Sherri Lytle; Ji’Von Devell Smith Jr., son of Amber Hopkins, a friend of Jim & Kristen Schwark
THANKSGIVING
For the birth of Owen Brock Friederich (Sept 8)
Parents: Derek & Ally
FOR WISDOM AND GROWTH
For our confirmation students to grow in faith and service to our Lord Jesus
GOD’S PROTECTION
Riley Bauer (deployed); Taylor Sessions (FL); Abigail (Leslie) Tipton (US); Nate Moore (deployed); Corey Langhammer (OK); Drew Utterback, Payton Utterback, Ian Troutner & Carsyn Stanford, grandsons of Judy Stanford (US); Austin & Laurel McClure, grandson & his wife of Judy Stanford; Addison Utterback, granddaughter of Judy Stanford (US); 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); Mason St. John, nephew of Steve & Laura Currier (US); Caleb Hougesen, grandson 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)