9:00 a.m. & 10:30 a.m.
A Survey of Biblical Hospitality
Selected Scriptures
Pastor David Kaneversky
6:00 p.m.
Acts 11
Marty Buffenbarger
God’s Helping Hands - Jeff Awe
Go Groups to follow
You shall not oppress a stranger, since you yourselves know the feelings of a stranger, for you also were strangers in the land of Egypt. - Exodus 23:9
Be devoted to one another in brotherly love; give preference to one another in honor, not lagging behind in diligence, fervent in spirit, serving the Lord; rejoicing in hope, persevering in tribulation, devoted to prayer, contributing to the needs of the saints, practicing hospitality. Bless those who persecute you; bless and do not curse. Rejoice with those who rejoice, and weep with those who weep. Be of the same mind toward one another; do not be haughty in mind, but associate with the lowly. Do not be wise in your own estimation. Never repay evil for evil to anyone. Respect what is right in the sight of all people. If possible, so far as it depends on you, be at peace with all people. Never take your own revenge, beloved, but leave room for the wrath of God, for it is written: “Vengeance is Mine, I will repay,” says the Lord. “But if your enemy is hungry, feed him; if he is thirsty, give him a drink; for in so doing you will heap burning coals on his head.” Do not be overcome by evil, but overcome evil with good.
- Romans 12:10-23
NEWS
Student Ministry Director Update: Praise and thanks to God! We are pleased to announce that Nathaniel Mumau will be joining our staff as Student Ministry Director! Nate and his wife Adrianna already live in Kalamazoo, and he will be starting on May 20.
The Elders have approved the following people for Membership: Sue Essar, Marlene Jean, Eric & Lynn Samuelson, and Kathryn Spieldenner.
Final Men’s Breakfast for the season will take place on Saturday, May 18 from 8:30 a.m. - 10:00 a.m. Share a delicious breakfast, a challenge to lead spiritually, and brotherly fellowship. Bring your dad, son, brother or friend! We encourage you to read “Prayer and Worship” pages 75-80 in our book ahead of time, so that you will be in tune with the speaker’s challenge and prepared to discuss the content with the guys at your table. Call the Church Office or click here to sign up.
The Calvary Choir is now accepting new members for the 2024-2025 season. If you are High School age or older and desire to serve the Lord through the choir ministry or would like additional information, please click here. In addition, the choir is welcoming guest singers during the AM services on June 2, July 28, and August 25. If you¹d like to get a feel for what the choir ministry is all about or if you just would like to take this opportunity help lead our congregation in worship, we¹d love to have you join us on any or all these mornings! To participate, please email Mark or contact the Church Office.
The Ministry Support Staff is looking for a Summer Intern to help with special projects. This is a paid position for someone looking to gain office experience. The candidate must regularly attend Calvary Bible Church, and be in agreement with our Constitution and Statement of Faith. We are looking for someone with some computer experience and a love to serve the Lord. Please contact the Church Office or email Heather Schutz for more information.
Operation Christmas Child will be phasing out SOAP as an allowable item over the next few years. Because it is applied directly to a child’s skin, countries are increasingly restricting soap in the boxes. It will NOT be removed from shoeboxes this year. Many items can be packed to replace the soap. (socks, small ball or toy, sunglasses, crayons).
Congratulations to our college graduates! If you are completing an undergraduate or advanced degree this spring or summer (or fall 2024), click here to complete the form so we can celebrate the Lord’s provision and your hard work.
OPPORTUNITIES TO SERVE
ANGEL TREE Summer camping is just around the corner. If you want to fill a backpack with camping supplies, sign up in the Fellowship Center, Library, or your Life Group. Contact the office for more information.
Bus Driver Needed: We are in need of an additional driver to serve one Sunday afternoon per month with our ministry to immigrants from Africa. We host a Swahili service from 2 p.m. - 4 p.m. each Sunday, but many who would like to attend are unable due to lack of transportation. If you are not already an approved driver, we can work to get you trained! If you would like to serve in this capacity, please contact Russ Smith in the Church Office.
The Children’s Ministry needs volunteers for the summer to serve once a month for 3 months. (If you are only available one or two times, that is fine also) This is a great way to serve with your spouse or with a friend. Thank you for considering this ministry opportunity to serve the Lord and our children. If have any questions, please email Lora West at Lora West.
There is a need for additional door greeters for our morning worship services. If you enjoy welcoming people to Church, especially newcomers and visitors, being a door greeter is a great ministry for you. Contact Dan Johnson Here or contact the Church Office.
Elder Focus
Jim West is married to Lora, and they have four grown children: two biological and two by marriage, and three grandchildren; Eric and Jessi O’Shea with Everett and Jake and Brooke West with JT and Kennedy. Jim is our Pastor of Adult Disciple-Making and served as the Director of Adult Ministries prior to that. He and Lora have been with Calvary since June of 2021.
León de Judá te da la bienvenida!
Estamos agradecidos por que decidiste unirte con nosotros en nuestra reunión de adoración a Dios hoy. Nuestro deseo es compartirte el gozo de conocer y seguir a Jesucristo con todo su pueblo. Únete con nosotros en el salón a las 10:30 a.m. Dios te bendiga!
NEXT GENERATION MINISTRIES
To find out more about Next Gen. Ministries, visit our webpage here. To be added to our weekly parent emails, contact Hannah Haney. To access all of our forms, registrations, and applications click here.
UPCOMING EVENTS AT A GLANCE
*Refer to the full announcements for more information
5/12 - Parent Dedication
5/18 - Men’s Breakfast (final for the season)*
5/26 - Senior Recognition Sunday
5/27 - Memorial Day (Office Closed)
6/2 - Fellowship Sunday & Baptisms 10:00 a.m.
6/9 - Move Up Sunday
6/23 - Evening Service in the Chapel
6/24-28 - VBS Week
6/30 - Annual Meeting 6:00 p.m.
7/4 - Independence Day (Office Closed)