Ministry Update Mar2015 - Calvary Evangelical Free Church

March
CALVARY NEWS
Pastor Kevin on Hiatus
Pastor Kevin is currently on hiatus from his responsibilities
at Calvary as he, and the children, are healing from the loss of
Emma. In the meantime, we will be well cared for as Dr. Eliason
preaches, Steve Washechek oversees the staff, and lay leaders
continue to do what God has gifted them to do - the work of
ministry.
Doors Locked
As a new security measure, Calvary is keeping all exterior
doors locked, including the kitchen (Door #4). The main entrance (Door #1) will remain open during business hours.
Baptism
Baptism class is for those who would like to learn more about
what baptism means and how it is done at Calvary. Sign up
online at www.calvaryefc.org under Connect, or check the box on the
Connection Card in the pews. Baptism classes will be held Sunday,
March 22, 10:30 – 11:45 am, or Monday, March 23, 5:00 – 6:15 pm
in the Prayer Room. Baptism, Sunday, April 12.
New Bible Study
Pastor Larry’s Bible study on Haggai, Zechariah & Malachi will
be ending soon. He will be starting a new Bible study on
Wednesday’s. It will be for men at 6 am; and for both men &
women at 11 am. Watch your email, or the church website, for
more details and start dates.
New to Calvary?
Are you new to Calvary? Come join us for a brief Welcome
Reception every first Sunday of the month,10:15-10:45 am in the
Fireside Room right next to the Information Center.
Upgraded Website
Check out our updated website, www.calvaryefc.org. If you
are new to Calvary, take a peek at the “I Am New” section. If
you missed a recent sermon, they are available for you to click
and listen or download.
Young Adult & College
Young adult and college-aged group meets on Tuesdays
from 6:30-8:00 pm. For information contact Connor Cabalka at
ccabalka@calvaryefc.org, 507-250-5580; or Renee Cabalka at
reneecabalka@gmail.com, 507-244-1307.
In the Event of Bad Weather
To know if a Sunday service has been cancelled, check out
KTTC closing listings, or go to www.calvaryefc.org, or look at
your all-church Calvary email. Weekday activities, both daytime and evening, are normally cancelled if area schools are
cancelled. Check our website to be sure.
Donation Location
Donations for Salvation Army and In His Name should now be
dropped off, at the new location, by the Gym doors (Door #5).
2015 Ministry Update
HOLY WEEK AT CALVARY
Palm Sunday, March 29
Services at 9:00 and 10:30 am.
Good Friday, April 3
Tenebrae Services at 7:00 and 8:30 pm
Join us for this time of remembrance of our Savior’s great
sacrifice of love.
Easter Sunday, April 5
Worship Services at 8:00, 9:30, and 11:00 am
No Sunday School (K-12) or Kings Kids
Nursery available at all three services (Infants-2 yr olds)
Preschool at the 9:30 & 11:00 am services only
No Mini-congregations
Families attending the 8:00 am service are encouraged to
enjoy the breakfast and the service together.
Note: Adults helping serve the breakfast or leading worship who need
coverage for a pre-schooler during the 8:00 am service should RSVP
tnelson@calvaryefc.org.
Easter Breakfast, 7:15-11:00 am. Join us for breakfast on
Easter morning in the Fellowship Hall. Free-will donations will
benefit the Calvary youth mission trip to the DR this summer/
WORSHIP
Worship Chorale
Wednesdays, 6:30-8:15 pm (childcare provided). The Worship
Chorale is looking for singers. Formal musical background or
training is not required. The ability to read music is helpful
but not necessary. We ask only that you be able to match
pitch and have a heart for music ministry. March is a great
time to join. Come sing with us!
Hallelujah! Kid’s Choir
Sundays 5:30-7:00 pm, for grades 2-6. For information please
contact Laura Rohrbaugh at reedbrook@live.com. New singers welcome! The choir is preparing to participate in the worship services on March 15. Their spring musical is on May 3.
Upcoming dates
Men’s Chorus - March 8
Daylight Savings Time - March 8
Communion - March 22
Baptism - April 12
MEN
Men's Chorus Weekend
Join with other men (9th grade-adult) in leading worship. One
rehearsal, one Sunday morning commitment.
March 7 Men’s Breakfast 8:30-9:15 am
March 7 Rehearsal 9:15-10:30 am
March 8 Sing during both morning services, 9:00 & 10:30 am
SENIORS
People Enjoying People, PEP (Our ministry to adults over 55)
March 3, Public Library, 9:30-11 am
April 7, MN Adult & Teen Challenge tour (meet at Calvary and
drive over), 9:30-11; optional lunch
CHILDREN
Awana
Tuesdays at 6:30 pm. Contact: Amy Bowers at
awana@calvaryefc.org.
Upcoming Dates:
Mar. 3 - Cubbies show ‘n tell / or Junk in your pocket
Mar. 10 - All Groups - March Madness - Wear team shirt jersey
Mar. 17 - All Groups Store Night, wear green
Mar. 24 - All Groups - Missions emphasis night
Mar. 31 No Awana - Spring break
STUDENT NEWS (Grades 6-12)
Hey Parents, stay up to date with the latest news from student
ministries with our weekly parent emails. To subscribe go to
www.calvaryefc.org under resources, email-subscriptions or
email John at jchaco@calvaryefc.org and let him know you
would like to be added.
WOMEN
Monday Renovare’ Bible Studies
Monday Nights. 6:30-8:30 pm, (no childcare). Featuring worship, coffee & connecting time, and small group studies. For
more information check the Calvary website,
www.calvaryefc.org, or contact Dianne Orth, 507-269-7112,
orth.dianne@gmail.com.
Thursday Renovare’ Bible Studies
Thursday Mornings 9:15-11:15, Featuring worship, coffee &
connecting time, and small group studies. Childcare available.
For more information check the Calvary website,
www.calvaryefc.org, or contact Ingrid Ansell, 269-3483.
Precept International Ministries
Women’s inductive Bible study. Sign up online. We begin upstairs
in Room 223, Thursdays, 9:15-11:15 am. Childcare available.
Questions: contact Stacy Edwards at ske541@hotmail.com, or
271-7432. Joshua (Jan. 15 - Mar. 5) Judges (Mar. 12 - May 7)
Devoted Hearts (Women’s event held at Autumn Ridge Church)
Friday, April 24 - Saturday, April 25. A weekend of encouragement, practical bible teaching, and powerful worship. Register at
devotedheartsrochester.com.
WINTER CARE GROUPS
Special Needs Support
Receiving news that your child will have some level of special
needs, or possibly a chronic illness brings a variety of thoughts
and emotions. Join others facing the same situation, please contact Yvette Kidman by calling 259-5210, or email her at
yvettekidman@gmail.com.
GriefShare
A GriefShare group meets on Mondays at 6:00 pm in Room 223
(not Fireside). For information and registration, contact Mary
Lou Hindal at 507-206-6621 or mlhindal@charter.net.
Marriage Enrichment
Discover God’s purposes for your marriage, as God intended.
The book being used is Intimate Allies. The Sunday night discussion and prayer group is open to all, and is for ANY marriage. Meets Sundays, from 6:00-7:30 pm, Calvary Room 222.
Facilitated by Steve & Ann Lansing. Contact 507-292-1379.
Adoption Families Potluck Lunch
Potluck for adoptive families and couples/families interested in learning more about adoption. Noon, March 8, in the
Fellowship Hall at Calvary. Lunch and discussion time
(while kids play in the gym). Bring a Main dish and salad or
dessert. Contact KathyBergquist at KBergquist88@gmail.com or
285-5089.
Single Adult Fellowship
Single adult fellowship will meet Sunday March 1, 4-6 pm in
the Fireside room for snacks and games. Questions, call
Mary Lou Hindal 206-6621 or Nancy Monsen 281- 4152.
Journey of Hope MN
A group for those who live with or support a loved one with
mental illness. Meet with others on the same journey in a loving,
nonjudgmental, and strictly confidential environment. Meets the
second and fourth Sunday, 6-7:30 pm at Calvary. Contact Randy
or Lucinda Stroetz, www.journeyofhopemn.org or 507-722-1047.
Compassion Counseling Center
Hospitality and security volunteers are needed on Thursday
nights. In most cases you would serve about once every 4-5
weeks. Contact Steve at skallen8432@gmail.com.
COMMUNITY
Salvation Army Fundraiser
Annual Taste of the Town Culinary Event & Auction. March 1,
Rochester Event Center 5-7:30 pm. Help us raise awareness
for our local programs and services. Call (507)288-3663 or
email haley_earley@usc.salvationarmy.org.
Summer Staff and Volunteers Needed
Camp Victory in Zumbro Falls has a variety of overnight specialty camps. They hire 50 -70 seasonal summer staff and
volunteers. Counselors must be at least 18 years old or have
participated in the camps LIT (Leaders in Training) program.
They also need volunteers and teenagers 16 and older to
help as program, kitchen, office and maintenance assistants. For application and more information visit
www.campvictory.com.
Baby Items Needed
New Life Family Services is in need of new infant carseats,
boxes of size 5 diapers, cans of Similac Advance Formula,
and boxes of baby wipes. Calvary has been, and continues
to be, a great blessing to this ministry. Questions, call Janelle
at 282-1932. The clinic is located at 902 N Broadway (9-5
Monday-Friday).
Concert
NEEDTOBREATHE and Switchfoot with Drew Holcomb and
The Neighbors, and Colony House present Tour De Compadres, tickets at www.ticketmaster.com, Friday, July 24 at
Cabooze Plaza, Minneapolis, MN.
Booth Brothers Concert
Saturday, April 18, 6 pm, Bloomington, MN. For tickets call
651-638-6333 or visit www.musicforthemaster.com.
Announcements for April should be emailed to Nancy Sobczak in the church office at nsobczak@calvaryefc.org by March15.