April 2017 Monthly Newsletter
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From Our Pastor “Ad Fontes” (Back to the Sources) The above phrase was one that was popular in Martin Luther’s day, as many scholars continued to encourage society to return to the original sources to find renewed wisdom and study. While many of those scholars were encouraging a return to the original Greek and Latin classics of centuries earlier, Martin Luther and many other faithful Christian teachers called their learners back to the sources of the Scripture. This October 31, 2017 will mark 500 years since the Reformation began with the posting of Luther’s 95 Theses. Over the coming months, I will be sharing a variety of resources and studies to help the people of Calvary go back to the sources of our Lutheran faith, which always lead us back to the source of Scripture alone. I invite you to check in each month for our newsletter to see more Lutheran history and theology, helping us grow deeper in our faith in Christ. And now for our first installment.
--Pastor Kurt Ebert On October 31, 1517, in Wittenberg, Germany, Martin Luther posted his thoughts about some theological topics and the practices of the Church. That simple action began the Reformation — a movement that changed Western society. One man stood against the corruption of the establishment. Luther’s fight was, of course, one of theology. But it was still one man, a monk, against the massive Holy Roman Empire. Luther was threatened, exiled, condemned and labeled a heretic. But his teaching grew in popularity throughout his life. Those who follow Luther’s teachings number in the millions. Most Protestant churches today trace their lineage, in some part, to the teachings of Luther. The German language exists as it does today in large part due to Luther’s translation of the New Testament. Luther’s writings on the freedom of the Christian to serve the government, and the role of the government to establish justice and to protect citizens, have greatly influenced our view of authority. Though he was a theologian, Luther wrote and thought about all of life. He was concerned for the children in his town. He was involved in the politics of his day. He was an academic. He was a family man. He was a revolutionary. He was involved in the lives of the poor and the common man. Yet this Reformation anniversary is not a celebration of Luther. Even the Lutheran church does not celebrate Luther. Lutheran does not mean a follower of Luther, but of his theological teachings. Luther and the other Reformation theologians believed that all mankind is sinful, that everyone is guilty of error in God’s sight. They also believed that God will punish those who do what He forbids. The problem is not only that everyone sins, but that mankind’s sinful condition means there is no way to do enough good things to earn God’s love. The Reformation proclaimed that the solution to the problem is not in man, but in God. Luther and his followers taught that the Bible teaches salvation by God’s grace, through faith, because of Jesus. The message of the Reformation is that the Scriptures teach that God has grace on sinners. He gives forgiveness freely to all who believe in Him. This forgiveness is given through the death of Jesus Christ on the cross and His resurrection from the dead. All who believe in Jesus as their Savior receive forgiveness and eternal life. All of this is a free gift from a loving God. Check out more at this month’s digital resource: http://lutheranreformation.org/history/
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Staff Spotlight
Stacey Faubion
Ruth Armao
What do you do at Calvary?
What do you do at Calvary?
I’m the 6th-8th grade science teacher.
I am the 4 day and 5 day preschool 4-5’s teacher and Early Childhood Director for the school.
What is your favorite thing about Calvary? I have so many! But my absolute favorite thing about Calvary is the kids! I love sharing my faith & growing together in Christ. I also love the excitement science can bring to each school day. Recently, I have really enjoyed coaching the Bible Quiz team as well as sponsoring Calvary’s Student Council. Both groups do amazing work for our school & community. Favorite Book/Verse of the Bible? Right now it is, “Be still, and know that I am God.” Psalm 46:10. I’m in a busy time of my life & this reminds me to take time to pray & be with God. Favorite Hobby? My favorite thing in the world is watching my boys play sports! I also love reading & traveling. And since I’m a teacher, I’m kind of a Pinterest junkie!
What is your favorite thing about Calvary? I am thankful that Calvary has always been supportive of the Preschool ministry. Consequently, we are blessed to have amazing classrooms that assist the children to develop, learn and grow in Christ each day. Favorite Book/Verse of the Bible? Romans 8:28 (KJV) And we know that all things work together for good to them that love God, to them who are called according to his purpose. Favorite Hobby? I enjoy doing calligraphy in projects for school or at home, walking for exercise or relaxing with a good book. Favorite Sport/Team(s)? Nebraska Cornhuskers, of course, but the Fort Wayne Komets are my favorite sport to watch.
Favorite Sport/Team(s)?
Favorite Food?
Calvary Knights & Lutheran Saints!
Dark Chocolate!
Favorite Food?
Hidden Talent/Little Known Fact about You?
Pizza & Salsa
I LOVE baking and always have goodies frozen and ready to share with repairmen that fix things in our home!
Hidden Talent/Little Known Fact about You? I worked a the zoo before I was a teacher—it was an easy transition! LOL
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Associate Pastor Call Update At the February 12 Congregational Voters’ Meeting, the voters of Calvary extended a “designated but limited” call to any of three seminary students: Joseph Beran, Joshua Reifsteck, John David (JD) Zischke. Call Day at Concordia Seminary St. Louis will be on Wed., April 26, when they will announce where each seminary student has been placed for their first call. If we receive one of these candidates, we will find out on that day who it will be. If we do not receive a seminary candidate, we may hear a little earlier, but it is uncertain until the final-slotting process takes place just a few days prior to Call Day. We pray for God’s guidance for the Council of Presidents and seminary placement directors as they work through the placement process.
Director of Youth & Family—Call Update At the Mar 12 Voters’ Meeting, a call was extended to Sam Troemel of Napa, CA. Please keep Sam, his wife (Molly), and his congregation in your prayers as he deliberates on our call. Sam and Molly visited Calvary on March 24th—26th.
Great first month for Calvary’s new website Calvary’s new website and mobile app have had a great first month with over 4,000 page views and 700 users. That is a 100% increase in page views from this time last year. If you haven’t had a chance, be sure to check out the new mobile friendly website www.clcs.org which features recorded sermons, a comprehensive calendar, and member directory. Instructions on accessing the members-only directory is online at http://clcs.org/learning/ resource-links/. If you need help finding something online please contact the Communications Ministry Team at
[email protected] or stop by our booth during the Time and Talent fair the weekend of April 29.
Already 50 downloads to Calvary’s new mobile app Now you can add Calvary to your home screen – just search Calvary Lutheran Church/School in iTunes, Windows Phone Marketplace, Amazon Appstore and Google Play or go to http://get.theapp.co/ddc9/. From the app you can listen to recorded sermons, read the daily devotions, make an online donation, and access an ESV version of the bible.
3rd Annual CrossWalk/Run/Ride Mark your calendar, save the date, and spread the word!! Calvary is hosting our 3rd Annual CrossWalk/Run/Ride on May 12-13. The weekend is packed with LOTS of fun events for the entire family. Friday includes a Bike Rodeo for kids PS-5th grade and a dinner sponsored by Buca di Beppo. On Saturday, lace up your shoes and enjoy a 3k walk or challenge yourself with a 5k run. A Kid Zone, food booth, and Corn Hole Tournament will also be a part of Saturday's events. Look for more details on times and registration to come in early April. If you're interested in volunteering to help with the planning or during the event, please notify the church or school offices.
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Community German History Luncheon Lutheran Child and Family Services is hosting a luncheon on April 6 at the Rathskeller Guest speaker will be Dr. Giles Hoyt, Professor Emeritus of German and Philanthopic Studies, Director Emeritus of the IUPUI Max Kade German-American Research and Resource Center of the German American Center in Indianapolis. Topic: The Guns of August: WWI, German-American Lutherans, Religion and Immigration Issues Then and Now The hardly very homogeneous group of people with a German background faced a strong anti-German nativist wave stirred up by government propaganda against Germany in WWI. We will look at some of the issues then and draw possible parallels to questions facing American society today. Religion and tradition plays a role. The Rathskeller is located in downtown Indy at 401 E. Michigan St., 46204. Light lunch will be provided, but beverages are not covered. All RSVPs should be directed to Sven Schumacher at
[email protected] or 317.359.5467 ext. 222
Passion Play As part of the 500th anniversary of Reformation, Central Indiana Lutheran Church Missouri Synod (LCMS) congregations will be performing “Passion Play”. The theatrical stage production will be performed at 7:00 p.m. at Lutheran High School of Indianapolis on the following dates: Friday, March 31st, Saturday, April 1st, Friday, April 7th and Saturday, April 8th. The stage production emphasizes the LCMS’s 2017 theme of “It’s Still All About Jesus”. The production depicts the life and passion of Jesus Christ. Opening scenes begin with the Feeding of the 5,000 and take the audience through Jesus’ Crucifixion and Ascension. One of the goals of putting on this production is to spread the Gospel to the local community. Passion Play leader, Pastor David Shadday of St. Paul’s Lutheran Church in Indianapolis said, “Our goal in reaching out to the community is to have people bring others to the Passion Play so they can see the heart of our faith: Jesus' death and resurrection to save us. We wish to communicate Jesus to our community. Our boast is Him alone. He loved us so much that He came to save us by His death and resurrection.” The performance will take place at Lutheran High School of Indianapolis. The school is located at 5555 S. Arlington Ave, Indianapolis, IN 46237. Tickets to the production are free of charge but must be reserved either by visiting www.passionplayindy.com or contacting St. Paul’s Lutheran Church at 317-787-4464.
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Parish Education **Please remember from Feb-Apr we are trying out a new time of 9:20-10:20 a.m.** Children Sunday School: Our Sunday School theme this year is “Walking in God’s Word”. We have wonderful teachers placed in each room and a curriculum appropriate for your student, ages pre-school through 8th grade. (See bulletin for assigned rooms) Known and Loved Intergenerational Event (Apr 9) : Everyone (young and old, families and singles, Sunday school families and children, Adult Bible study groups, etc.) is invited to join us for food, fellowship, and an engaging discussion around God’s Word. (Gym) “Into the Word”: Philippians (Mar 5-Apr 9): What does it mean to be joyful in Christ, no matter the circumstances? Join us as we look more into Paul’s encouragement in the midst of life’s difficult experiences Weekly Scriptures (Apr 23-Apr 30): Join us as we study the Scriptures of the day. Children and Social Media (Tentative Dates: Apr 2-Apr 30): This study is being planned for parents with school age children. Please see the weekly bulletins for more information regarding this upcoming study. Young Adults: Romans (Apr 2-Jul 30): Join the Young Adults as they begin a study of the book of Romans. (Conference Room- Hansen) Saturday Night Classes for Adults, 5:00pm: Topic to be announced, please see the weekly bulletins for more information. (Conference Room- Pastor Main) We look forward to seeing you!
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Adult Ministry Lunch OUT! Wednesday, April 5th, 11:30 am Gold Coffee Pancake House Adult Ministry’s Restaurant Outing for April was recommended to us by Judy Kirkland. Located at 8810 S. Emerson Avenue (North of County Line Road, across from Kroger) this new restaurant offers breakfast favorites, plus sandwiches, salads, steaks and more. No reservation needed; tables will be saved for Calvary Lutheran. Please join us! —————————————————————————————————————————————————————–——
Lunch & Learn Wednesday, April 19th 11:30 am Program: RecycleForce “A cleaner environment. A stronger workforce.” Our guest speaker: Charles Neal, RecycleForce volunteer, Pastor and Re-entry Director at Brookside Community Church Provided entrée: Seasoned Pork Loin What to bring: $2 and a dish to share Time: 11:30 am Come early for free blood pressure checks A non-profit organization, RecycleForce offers comprehensive and innovative recycling services while providing life-changing workforce training to formerly incarcerated individuals. Revenue generated by its recycling business are used to help individuals rebuild their lives by providing gainful employment and comprehensive social services. RecycleForce takes the electronic waste and other recyclables, deconstructs these items, recycles the materials and disposes of the waste safely and cleanly. Scrap metals and other reusable materials collected are then sold to help pay for job training programs and employment opportunities for formerly incarcerated men and women in order to support their re-entry back into society. ———————————————————————————————————————————————————————--
Perry Senior Services’ SENIOR EXPO – April 1st 9:00 am to 12:00 pm FREE EVENT! Come learn about Perry Senior Services and other community resources for older adults at the PSS Center, 6901 Derbyshire Road (Southport Park & Police Station Building.) This is a Luau-themed free event! Food will also be available for purchase. Title Sponsors: Senior Helpers of Greenwood, Connect Hearing, and Oak Street Health. For more info call PSS at 317-783-9231.
ROGER FOSTER’S 75TH BIRTHDAY! Roger Foster will turn 75 on April 7th! Please join Roger & his family in the Calvary gym on Sat., April 8th from 2:00-5:00 p.m. to help him celebrate his birthday!
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Calvary Lutheran School News from Principal Rensner
It is FINISHED! FINISHED - ended or completed; completed or perfected in all details These are the words that Christ spoke on the cross as He bowed His head to die. Yes, the plan of salvation initiated by God with Adam and Eve was now finished. Or was it? The sacrifice was made to save us. Yes, it was finished. This sacrifice was once and for all. But had Christ remained in the grave our faith would have been in vain. Yet Christ is risen from the dead. Easter Sunday was the triumph over death and the devil. Christ is risen! He is risen indeed!! Alleluia. We still have work to do. God has called each of us to work in His kingdom. We are gathered in His Name to serve Him. It is not finished. The harvest is plentiful, but the workers are few. We are to be ready with an answer as we step out in faith caved to serve. I like to clean up the saw dust, put the tools away, and view the finished product. At this point I know that this project is finished. Investments of time, resources, and energy have created a finished product. God invests in each of us as His Son cried, “It is finished.” He has sent to us His Holy Spirit creating faith in our hearts. Yet again, we are not finished nor is God finished with us. God desires us to grow each day in Him. This is our joy each day as we share the Risen Savior with the students. We see God’s plan as the students grow and learn. We see faith in action. May God grant to all His grace and peace as we walk in His will. 2017-18 School Registration Registrations for the 2017-18 school year are currently being accepted. Staffing and other needs are being planned as we open the doors to a new school year in August. Please contact the school office for additional information. Inquiries are to be directed to our Admission Counselor, Amy Andre. 2017-18 Calvary Lutheran School Teacher Update After much prayer and seeking God's Will and direction, Mrs. Rensner has come to the decision that she will not return next year as our 2nd grade teacher. She desires to spend more time with family and especially her 7 grandchildren. She also feels that the Lord is Calling her to serve Him in other avenues of ministry. We thank God for His gifts in Mrs. Rensner and her combined 21 years of teaching ministry to the students and families of Calvary. We ask the Lord to be with her as she experiences this transition. Position Available The Christian School Ministry Team is currently accepting teacher candidate names for second grade for the 2017-18 school year. Please call the school office to submit names or for additional information. We ask the Lord to lead us according to His will. Fine Arts Fair The 6th – 8th grade choir and 5th – 8th grade band students will be spend part of the day at the Lutheran High School of Indianapolis on Friday, April 21. The students will be under the watchful eye of a clinician. Students from the other Lutheran Schools in the area will join them. We invite you to attend the choir and band concert that evening at 7:00PM. Student art projects will also be on display during this fine art fair. We thank God for the gift of these talents. An evening of music and art await you. We thank Mrs. Judy Morrison, Choir Director, Mrs. Heather Alexander, Band Director, and Mrs. Ruth Armao, Art Department Head for their work in preparing this opportunity for our students.
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Calvary Lutheran School News from Principal Rensner
National Day of Prayer Thursday, May 4 is the National Day of Prayer. A special chapel service will be held on this day beginning at 8:10AM. We are so blessed to live in a country where freedoms allow for a day such as this. The service is being coordinated through our Prayer Ministry Team. Everyday is a day of prayer. We take it to the Lord. All Indianapolis Lutheran Elementary School Track Meet The Lutheran Elementary School Community will gather on May 5 for our annual track meet. Calvary’s 5th-8th grade co-ed track team will be competing in this meet. ISTEP Multiple Choice Test Window Students in 3rd-8th grade will take the ISTEP+ part II segment of the test beginning on Monday, April 24. This testing will continue through May 5. Students in our third through eighth grade will be taking their ISTEP tests online in our computer lab and on their Chromebooks. We thank our Tech Committee, Dustin Smith, and Ethan Strange for their expertise and efforts enabling this to occur. Good Friday Chapel The students will gather for chapel at 2:00PM on Good Friday, April 14. We will be dismissed in silence following chapel. All are invited to attend this Good Friday chapel service. Easter Monday - No School Calvary will be closed on Monday, April 17 for Easter Monday. This day is established to help assist families with Easter travels. Please note: this day will be a snow make-up day if needed.
NEWS FROM LUTHERAN HIGH SCHOOL OF INDIANAPOLIS Summer Sport Camps – June 2017 LHS will offer summer camps for boys and girls who have completed grades 4–8. Cross Country camp will be held June 6–8; Boys (completed grades 2–8) and Girls (completed grades 1–8) Basketball camps will run June 5–9; Boys/Girls Volleyball (completed grades 1–8) camp will be held June 12–16; Boys/Girls Soccer camp will be June 19–23; Wrestling camp will run June 19–22; and Tennis camp will be held June 26–30. For information and to register, visit lhsi.org or call 317787-5474. Golf Outing – June 3, 2017 Save the date! Lutheran High School’s annual Golf Outing will be held on Saturday, June 3 at Smock Golf Course. Get more information at lhsi.org or 317-787-5474. Preview Night – April 6, 6:30 pm LHS invites anyone who is still looking for a high school home to join us for our Spring Preview Night on Thursday, April 6. We’ll begin at 6:30 pm in the Ruth Lilly Auditorium. RSVP to Deidre Barnett at
[email protected].
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Women in Mission Extravagant Sharing
We blessed the shoppers at the Lutheran Child and Family
Services Sharing Place with our boxes of facial tissues last month. So many more will be blessed with our ordinary but extravagant sharing of boxes of breakfast cereal in April. Beginning the day with breakfast is so important for our health at work and school. Support those in need with your cereal donations. Our ordinary gifts express the love of Jesus to many who have special needs. Place your cereal donations on the Extravagant Sharing shelves in the church narthex. Thank you!
Women's Saturday Bible Study Sat., Apr 1 8:30-9:30 a.m., in the Epic Library - from pages 20-21 of the Spring 2017 Lutheran Women’s Quarterly, “Engage! Encourage! Equip! Enjoy!” Led by Kalai Udhayanesan.
BLANKETS FOR BABIES - Our dates are Thursdays 6-8 p.m. in the cafe area: April 6th and 20th Questions? Contact Susan Daniels 317-882-3691
Women in Mission
will meet Wed., Apr 12 at 9:30 a.m. in the
north narthex. Women of all ages are invited; we will be crafting special gifts for our confirmands and for our spring visits with shut-ins. If you enjoy hands-on projects and fellowship, please join us. Bring scissors. Refreshments will be provided. Contact Emily Spelde, 317-783-2000.
Memorials for April In Memory of Diane Werling from: Mr. & Mrs. Ray Moore, Pauline Miller, Deb Kunce, Kevin Klasing, Mr. & Mrs. John Remetta In Memory of Jerry McFarland from: Mr. & Mrs. Dennis Sherfy, Patricia Jones
In Memory of Hazel Haberhern from: Mr. & Mrs. Fred Krampe, The Anderson Family In Memory of Jeff Irwin from: Mr. & Mrs. Gil Mascher, Mr. & Mrs. Ray Moore In Memory of Kenneth Waterman from: Steve Waterman In Memory of Jean Spruell from: Mr. & Mrs. John Remetta, Pat & Bryan Finke, Paula Fisk, Bryan & Lisa Fisk, Jan Meiners, Mr. & Mrs. Steve Bardonner, Ellie Huotilainen, Elise Wolf, Genevieve Gray
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Fellowship Ministry Reverse Purse Party Calvary’s Weekend of Service is around the corner! You are invited to sort donated items and pack purses/cinch bags April 8th and 9th for the Reverse Purse Party hosted by Fellowship Team in Room 125. Thank you for all your donations from our Wish List! Sorting Party - Saturday, April 8th at 5:30 – 6:30 pm Packing Party – Sunday, April 9th at 9:20 – 10:20 am
What is a Reverse Purse Party? The idea came from Project Purse Indianapolis and emphasizes "peer to peer giving" rather than "peer to peer selling." New or gently used purses are collected and filled with personal health and beauty items, as well as a card of hope and affirmation. The filled purses/bags are then distributed to homeless and disadvantaged women throughout the area. The Fellowship Team is working with the Homeless Initiative Program that services homeless veterans. Since the response from the congregation has been overwhelming, we intend to give purses/cinch bags to other homeless initiatives in the Indianapolis area in addition to homeless veterans. If you have questions, contact Linda Bugher at
[email protected] or 317-432-1865. Sunday School Attendance Awards Winter 2016-2017 Faithful Jason Bolton Rachel Bolton Maddox Bush Laney Deckard McKenna Deckard Abigail Ebert Rebekah Ebert Brianne Francis Caleb Hudson William Hudson Perfect Paisley Langhammer
Hayden Langhammer Anton Laut Dylan Miner Annika Morrison Matthew Naing Clarrisa Oskins Aislynn Sinn Kaydence Sinn Amanda Sorenson
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Stewardship Emphasis Easter is a moveable feast. Easter isn't on the same calendar date every year in the way that Christmas is always celebrated on December 25. The date for Easter each year always falls on the first Sunday after the first full moon after the Spring equinox. And once you find the date of Easter, everything else finds its place—Good Friday and Maundy Thursday, Ash Wednesday and the Transfiguration, the Ascension of our Lord and Pentecost. All this is a long way of saying that Easter determines everything. Easter defines everything. It orders not only the entire church year, but it orders our very lives. It defines and gives meaning to our lives, as well to the things that happen in them. And since Easter defines everything, that means it changes everything too. It redefines who we are and where we stand with God and with one another. Easter makes all things new.
Without Easter, Jesus would not be raised from the dead. Without Easter death would still reign, we would still be in our trespasses and sins, and our faith and hope would be in vain. But Jesus is raised from the dead. Easter changes everything. It makes all things new. Therefore, darkness is overcome with light, wrath with peace, fear with hope, angst with rest, sadness with joy, hatred with love, sin with righteousness, and death with life. Easter changes everything, redefines everything, determines everything. Easter makes all things new. Thus, Easter also changes our attitude about giving. For if God gave us His own Son into death so that we will live, how will He not give us everything else we need? He will, and He does. He provides for us. He even gives us the gifts that we give back to Him for service in the church. Easter demonstrates that we have a God who loves us, a God who provides for us, a God who presses us into His service, a God who has made us new in the death and resurrection of His Son. For when you give to the church, you pass along those things that God alone has given to you. You pass along the message to others that Easter changes everything and makes all things new, even as it has done this for you. This is not a burden, but pure joy. For God has given you a part in the administration of His kingdom. He provides for the needy through your hands. He ensures that the Gospel is preached and the Sacraments are given out through the work of your hands and in the gifts that you give. And He honors and blesses this work and generosity as it redounds to those around you. So when you sit down on the first day of the week to make your offering to the place where Easter is proclaimed and where the gifts of Easter are given out, remember: Easter changes everything. It makes all things new. More than that: Easter has changed you and made you new. Because Jesus who was crucified for our transgressions is raised for our justification.
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It’s National Volunteer Month! Thank you to Calvary’s Volunteers!! Calvary is so blessed to have so many wonderful people who give themselves out of love for God and in service to His Church and School. We love you and thank God for all of you! Accompanists
H2H Mentors
Praise Band
Acolytes
Habitat for Humanity
Prayer Angels
Altar Guild
Handbell Ringers
Prayer Ministry Team
Archives
Handycamp
Prayer Chain
Athletic Team Coaches
Homebound Visitors
Promise Keepers – C-MOPS
Attendance Posters
Lutheran Child & Family Services
PTL Leaders and Volunteers
Bakers & Cooks Banner Makers Bible Study Leaders Blankets for Babies
Lutheran High School LMM (Lutheran Multicultural Mission)
Puppy Pillow Ministry Quilters School Board Ministry School Alumni Committee
Bulletin & Newsletter Stuffers
LWML (Lutheran Women’s Missionary League)
Camp Lakeview
Lamplighters
Carpenters & Painters
Lawn & Flowerbeds
CD Ministry
Lay Readers
Children’s Ministry
Library Helpers
Choirs
Light & Sound Technicians
Church Christmas Decorating
Lunch Room Helpers
Church Office Helpers
Mailbox Stuffers
Cleaning Crews
Market Day
Clothing Drive
Men’s Bible Study
Sunday School Teachers & Helpers
Coffee Makers & Servers
Mission Teams
Support Group Leaders
Communications Ministry
New Member Sponsors
Technology Committee
Community Garden
Nursery Volunteers
Ushers
Compass Group
Offering Counters
VBS Teachers & Helpers
Compassion Ministry
Older Adult Ministry
V-Tech Projectionists
Computer Wizards
Outdoor Sign
Easter Breakfast
Outreach Ministry
Visitor Post Cards & Phone Calls
Facilities Ministry
Parish Education Ministry
FAME (Fun Adult Ministries, Etc.)
Parish Council Leaders
Fellowship Ministry Food Pantry Donors & Delivery Funeral & Surgery Meals
Parish Nurses
School Office & Classroom Helpers Sharing Place-Donors & Delivery Shepherds Small Group Host Homes Soloists & Ensembles Spiritual Care Ministry Stewardship Ministry
Wedding Hostesses Women In Mission Youth Ministry
Pen Pals for 6th graders Pianists & Instrumentalists
And many other areas…
Greeters
Thank you for all of the things that each member does to touch Calvary and our community with the love of Christ. May He richly bless us as we walk together in His grace.
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Youth Ministry
Compassion Ministry Bottles for Babies—Indianapolis Life Centers Pick up a baby bottle in the narthex, fill with loose change, cash or check, and return to Calvary by Easter Sun., Apr 16. Checks can be made to Life Centers. The funds collected go to support Indy's Life Centers, which help women in unplanned pregnancies and moms who choose life for their babies. For more information about Life Centers and services they provide, see http://lifecenters.com/. Thank you for "changing lives with your change."
Like to Cook? Interested in Serving? Compassion Ministry is looking for people willing to provide meals for members after surgery or with a new baby. You would be contacted and free to respond, if available. This is an awesome opportunity to do something ordinary that will extraordinarily bless others. Claudia Benyon 317-835-1140.
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Worship for Shut-Ins Lutheran Ministries Media, Inc. Toll-Free: (888) 286-8002 www.worshipforshutins.org Sunday 10:00 AM - WHMB-TV 40 Sunday 11:30 AM - Direct TV Channel 377
April 2017 April 2, 2017 – Fifth Sunday in Lent Psalm: 130; Epistle: Romans 8:1-11; Gospel: John 11:17-27, 38-53 “The Death of a Friend” - Sermon Text: John 11:17-27, 38-53 by Rev. Paul E. Shoemaker, Emanuel Lutheran Church ~ New Haven, IN The death of a loved one changes our world. Jesus had a friend who died and He felt great sorrow at the loss. The Good News is that Jesus has conquered death. As Jesus says, “He who believes in Me shall never die.”
April 9, 2017 – Palm Sunday/Sunday of the Passion Psalm: Psalm 118:19-29; Epistle: Philippians 2:5-11; Gospel: John 12:12-19 “Palm Sunday Exclamation” - Sermon Text: John 12:13b by Rev. Dr. Daniel J. Brege, St. Paul Lutheran Church ~ Decatur, IN On Palm Sunday the people shouted a profound exclamation: They were quoting from the Old Testament, they were labeling the work that Jesus was about to perform, and they were describing Christ's work among us now through Word and Sacrament: "Hosanna, Blessed is He who comes in the Name of the Lord."
April 16, 2017 – The Resurrection of Our Lord – Easter Day Psalm: Psalm 118:15-29; Epistle: Acts 10:34-43; Gospel: Matthew 28:1-10 “This Is The Day!” - Sermon Text: Psalm 118:24 by Rev. Dr. Thomas R. Ahlersmeyer, Holy Cross Lutheran Church ~ Fort Wayne, IN Can you point to one day that changed the entire course of your life? Absolutely! Jesus’ Easter Sunday victory over death has changed your eternity as well as how you face each day of your life. “THIS IS THE DAY that the Lord has made” is a hope-filled, joy-filled reality because Jesus Christ IS risen!
April 23, 2017 – Second Sunday of Easter Psalm: Psalm 63:1-8; Epistle: 1 Peter 1:3-7; Gospel: John 20:19-31 “In Trials, Rejoice!” - Sermon Text: 1 Peter 1:3-7 by Rev. Dr. Walter A. Maier III, Concordia Theological Seminary ~ Fort Wayne, IN The apostle Peter encourages us to rejoice even in trials, and he tells us why we can do this. God has caused us to be born again to a living hope. Also, the genuineness of our faith is found through trials.
April 30, 2017 – Third Sunday of Easter Psalm: Psalm 116:1-14; Epistle: 1 Peter 1:17-25; Gospel: Luke 24:13-35 “Resurrected Redeemer” - Sermon Text: Luke 24:21 by Rev. Dr. Daniel J. Brege, St. Paul Lutheran Church ~ Decatur, IN The Emmaus disciples had hoped that Jesus was the long awaited Redeemer. Alas, they thought He had failed, because He had been crucified. Amazingly this crucifixion is precisely the center of our redemption!
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CALVARY LUTHERAN CHURCH & SCHOOL 6111 Shelby Street Indianapolis, Indiana 46227 www.clcs.org Phone: 317-783-2000
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CALVARY LUTHERAN CHURCH & SCHOOL Worship: Saturdays 6:30 PM Sundays 8:00 & 10:45 AM Family Education Hour (Sunday School) 9:20 AM Senior Pastor: Kurt Ebert
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Deaconess: Emily Spelde
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Director of Youth & Family Ministry: Abram Sinn
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Tamil Indian Ministry: Pastor Udhay Raji
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Director of Children’s Ministry: Paula Streib
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Principal: Stephen Rensner
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Admissions Counselor:
Amy Andre
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Administrative Assistants:
Shari Lipps
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Shari Shaker
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Sue Ann Kruger
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Bookkeeper: Julie Combs
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Business Mgr: Gary Bugher
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Church Office: (317) 783-2000
School Office: (317) 783-2305
Church Website: www.clcs.org
School Website: www.choosecalvary.com
