June 2014

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June 2014

A Monthly Newsletter of the Calvary-Centennial Memorial Cooperative Parish

the Messenger Dear brothers and sisters of Calvary & Centennial Memorial, As it is recorded in the Acts of the Apostles, forty days after the resurrection of our Lord, Jesus ascended into heaven. The fortieth day after Easter Sunday always falls on a Thursday. This year it occurred on May 29th. Do you remember what you were doing that day? This is one of the most amazing dates in our church year, yet we barely celebrate it at all. It is the date that Jesus finally returned home to his Father, never again to be seen on earth until the Second Coming. It was such an important date to our founder, John Wesley, that it was one of only three non-Sunday dates that he included in the Prayer Book for Methodists in America: Good Friday, Christmas and Ascension Day. John Wesley believed that Thursday, May 29th was as important as Good Friday and Christmas Day. Now do you remember what you were doing on that day? The impact of what happened that day is huge. When Jesus’ feet left this earth, he handed over his entire ministry to humankind, to us. Jesus said, “I will no longer be here doing the work. From now on, it’s up to you. You will do all that I have done, and more.” From this moment on, we should be deeply aware of the reality that we must continue the work of Christ, or the work of Christ will not be done. This seems like an impossible task, and certainly we fail at it almost more often than we get it right. But the miracle of the day is that Jesus believes in us. He believes we can do it. He believes we will do it. He has given us everything we need to do his work successfully. Perhaps you have read this story before: When Jesus arrived at his Father’s side after the Ascension, a host of heavenly angels gathered to celebrate his return. They all had questions and wanted to hear his story. They wanted to know what it was like to be born

Inside… Pastor’s Message …….Page 1 Stewardship ……..Page 3 Centennial Corner ……..Page 5 Children and Youth ……..Page 8 VBS ……..Page 9 Ministries …….Page 12 WDS …….Page 16 Celebrations ……..Page 17 Helpers/Calendar ….Pages 18/ 19

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on earth, raised in a humble home, and what his life was like. They wanted to know about all the work he did. One angel paused and asked, "Lord, now that you are no longer physically on earth, who will continue to do the work and spread the news of God?" Jesus answered: “Oh, my disciples will. They will spread the good news, they will heal those who are sick and broken, they will feed those who are hungry. They will.” At this the angel was shocked. "But Lord, that's a bunch of fishermen and a tax collector. One has betrayed you, and another denied you. What if they fail? What is your backup plan?" And Jesus simply answered, "I have no backup plan." Jesus has left us a job to do: to be the Body of Christ in the world. He believes in us. He has created no backup plan to bring the world into the kingdom of God – but us. He has left us each other to count on, to rely, to do what each one of us is best at doing. And together, we will get the work done. Summer is coming. Perhaps that seems like a good time to rest and relax, but let us remember that Christ's work does not pause for vacation time. Our time to serve is from now until Christ comes again. Wherever you are this summer, wherever your feet may roam, remember the work that has been given to you. It matters so much. Someone’s life depends on you. And when you are in town, come and be part of the family. Centennial Memorial and Calvary will still be faithfully in work and worship all summer! See you at church. Faithfully, Pastor Alice

THOUGHTS OF THANKS As May brought us a time of appreciation for our mothers, this month offers a special day to say “thank you” to our fathers. Thank you for your support, dedication, guidance, and love for your children. Whether it is a necktie, special dinner, homemade gift, or a simple “I love you, Dad” – I know they will find great joy in being remembered and appreciated. We also understand that there are many who did not receive, for whatever reason, the full benefit of a dad. I, for one, remember finding much needed solace at church during troubled times of my early youth – times when my dad was not available because of alcoholism. I hasten to add that before my dad got me a home organ, and before I could drive, he was the one who took me to church so I could practice. He would sit across from me in the choir loft, listening and reading a book while I played. I thank him for those times and for his dedication to my dream of playing the organ. He did the best he could for me, and the church was there for me when he could not be. And so we are grateful that we also have a Heavenly Father that loves and guides us beyond all measure. We are thankful that our children have a church home that nurtures and protects them – who and whatever they may be. May Calvary only grow in its extension of love and support to all of its children - God’s children. This month also brings to a close yet another choir season. I want to express my heartfelt thanks, along with all of our appreciation, to our volunteers for their commitment and dedication. Because of them we have great musical leadership at Calvary. We thank them for sharing their talents and gifts with all of us – Soli Deo gloria – to God’s glory alone. It seems I am thankful for many things this month, as I know you are. I suddenly realize I am grateful I had the opportunity to reflect on this subject while writing here. But wait - yet one more note of thanks – I am most thankful for you, my Calvary family! Faithfully, Joche 2

Stewardship Corner PRAYER Receiving the word of God through any means, worship-sermons, Scripture reading and study, use of devotionals, is the basis of how we grow in faith. Without God’s word given to us, we could not move into greater faith. Last month we looked at “meditation” as a discipline. Meditation upon God’s word allows us to take God from the mind and place him upon our heart. Meditation introduces us to the inner faith life and sets the scene to enter prayer communication with God. Prayer as a discipline is essential because it moves us into lasting communion with God. Prayer brings us into the deepest and highest work of the human spirit leading us to hear God’s word and to discern His plan for us, even if only as a whisper. The closer we come to the heartbeat of God (through our prayer) the more we see our own need and the more we desire to be conformed to Christ. Jesus prayed – He prayed a lot. “But Jesus often withdrew to lonely places and prayed.” (Luke 5:16) Jesus wanted to pray and He needed to pray to be close to his Father. Since He was the Son of God, obedient and perfect, how great is our need for prayer as a lesser people. Knowing our need, God commands us to pray to Him. There are a number of different kinds of prayer. Intercessory prayer is most often prayed, is a prayer for another in their need, the praying for a world change or divine intervention. There is no “I” or “me” in a prayer of intercession. It is simple and uncomplicated. There are many books and devotionals about prayer. But, book knowledge will get you only so far. “The beginning point then in learning to pray for others is to listen for guidance. …If we are still (meditate), we will learn not only who God is, but how his power operates.” (Foster, pg. 39) “Celebration of Discipline” by Richard J. Foster “”Spiritual Disciplines for the Christian Life” by Donald S. Whitney

We took 107 items from the wheelbarrow to the food bank for the month of May. Keep up the donations! Summer months are generally lean for the food bank and they can use our extra donations!

CHURCH COUNCIL WANTS YOU! Our Church Council is looking for a few good men and women to be part of a task force to review our policies regarding how we retain our records. This will help us better manage our historical documentation as well as our required legal records. It is our desire to move from paper to digital retention of records where possible. Please contact Amy in the church office, 301-662-1464 or [email protected] to let her know if you can help with this important task.

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Community Outreach During our Lenten Meals Program, our parish stepped up to the challenge of helping those in need in our community. We have committed to preparing and serving meals monthly at the Frederick Rescue Mission and at Centennial Memorial UMC, our sister parish. This is a great opportunity for our parish to reach outside our doors and to share the blessings that God has showered on Calvary with those less fortunate in our community. At the Frederick Rescue Mission (FRM), we will prepare a meal for the 30 residents who are currently undergoing the year long, Christ-centered addictions recovery program. The men in this program are required to give back to the Frederick community by working in the FRM soup kitchen, the FRM pantry and food aisle, the clothing and furniture distribution center, or another community outreach program at FRM that provides services to those in need in the Frederick community. By preparing dinner and sharing it with the men at FRM on the 1st Monday of each month, Calvary has an opportunity to join in fellowship with these men who are working so hard to move from addictions to wholeness as well as to provide them with a meal that has been prepared especially for them. We will prepare the meal in Calvary's kitchen the Sunday afternoon before we are scheduled to serve at FRM so that it SAVE THE DATES! can be easily reheated the night of our meal. In April, eight people met after church to prepare spaghetti, salad and bread. Thanks to Chuck Kinsley, Paulette Shockley, Judy and Larry Johnson, Steve Jarvis, Cora and Randal Gunn who joined me in preparing the delicious meal. Marcia Rose Fuoss, Cora and Randal Gunn and I served the meal the next day at FRM. Not only did we get to serve the meal, but we worked together with many of the men as we reheated the sauce and cooked the pasta. It was amazing to hear the testimonies and witnesses of God's work at FRM. We too were able to sit with the residents and share the meal. For the May Meal, Cora and Randal Gunn helped me prepare chicken casseroles and salad and fruit for the residents, and Marcia, Cora, Randal and I served the meal.

Join Us to Serve God’s Hungry People Centennial:

June 21 July 19 Sept. 20 October 18 December 20

August 16 November 15

Frederick Rescue Mission July 6/7 August 31 & Sept 1 Nov. 2 & 3 Nov 30 & Dec 1

August 3 & 4 Oct. 5 & 6

CAA Soup Kitchen June 28 October 11

August 23 December 13

At Centennial Memorial UMC, our cooperative parish, a meal is served to the community each Saturday night, feeding @100 people. Calvary is scheduled to serve on the 3rd Saturday night each month. We start preparing the meal in Calvary's kitchen @1:00 p.m. on the day of service. Once the meal has been cooked, we will transport the food a block and a half down Second Street, to be served at Centennial. In April, Chuck Kinsley, Barbara Piper, Cora Gunn and I made a ravioli casserole, salad, bread, fruit and cookies. Marcia Rose Fuoss joined the preparation crew at Centennial and we served over 90 people from the community. After dinner, several of us went to,the Praise and Worship service and participated in their Easter Vigil that was lead by Pastor Alice and Pastor Helen. How can you get involved in this wonderful ministry? We need people with the following skills and gifts: Menu planners, Food shoppers, Cooks, Servers, Volunteer recruitment This is a developing ministry and we are always looking to for new ways to be successful and to involve new people. Please call Paula Gregg at 301-471-7726 or email [email protected] to volunteer or to receive additional information. You can sign up to help on the bulletin Board on the Parish Hall. 4

CENTENNIAL CORNER WORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES IN JUNE 2014 AT CENTENNIAL MEMORIAL UNITED METHODIST CHURCH Open Hearts, Open Doors, Open Minds Saturday Evenings at 5:15 p.m. and Sunday Mornings at 10:30 a.m. Saturday, May 30 Sunday, June 1

Saturday, June 7 Sunday, June 8

Saturday, June 14 Sunday, June 15

Saturday, June 21 Sunday, June 22 Saturday, June 28 Sunday, June 29

Seventh Weekend of Easter Recognition of Our Graduates The Sacrament of Holy Communion Scripture Lesson - Luke 24:44-53 Morning Message - "As Witnesses, Called To Be Faithful" Pentecost Weekend Confirmation Sunday Scripture Lessons - Acts 2:1-4 and John 7:37-38 Morning Message - “The Great Day” Trinity Weekend Father’s Day Peace with Justice Sunday Scripture Lessons - Genesis 1:1-5, 26-31and Psalm 8 Morning Message - “A Little Lower Than God” Second Weekend After Pentecost Scripture Lesson – Matthew 10:24-39 Morning Message - “Taking Up Your Cross” Third Weekend After Pentecost Scripture Lesson – Matthew 10:40-42 Morning Message - “A Cup of Cold Water”

Confirmation Sunday, June 8 Being confirmed in our faith in Jesus Christ and welcomed into our church family is an important time for those being confirmed and those witnessing confirmation. On Sunday, June 8 at our morning worship, Jessica Rose and Jayden Anthony Branch will be confirmed as members of Centennial Memorial United Methodist Church and welcomed into our fellowship. Jessica and Jayden have been participating in Confirmation Classes and activities during this year in conjunction with other youth at Calvary United Methodist Church. Jessica has been mentored by Mary Ann Gearinger and Jayden has enjoyed being mentored by Beth Stitely during this time of confirmation. We congratulate Jessica and Jayden, their parents Doris and Mike Branch, grandparents Nellie and Howard Graham and their mentors, Mary Ann Gearinger and Beth Stitely on this wonderful milestone. A joint reception will be held at Calvary UMC on Sunday, June 8 at Noon in the Parish Hall and all are welcome to attend and celebrate with Jessica and Jayden.

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CENTENNIAL CORNER June Thoughts... As graduation time comes and summer reunions and vacations get planned, we tend to recall the passage of milestones in our life. With each special occasion and passing accomplishment, we remember the journey and sometimes are amazed at all the wonders life includes! But each of these accomplishments and special events whether graduation from kindergarten or high school, college or technical school, retirement from a chosen vocation, completion of an internship or the rigors of boot camp, the covenant of marriage, the celebrations of children and family life, or simply surviving daily challenges, is accomplished through the endurance and persistence of individuals. The foundation stones that give strength for such endurance come from many sources - our personal fortitude, our family, our good friends and hopefully, our faith in the Lord. We live in a tremendously busy and active world. We often take our world and our life for granted. We might find that we have everything under control when suddenly because of surprising actions; we are caught with a feeling of our world being out of our control. Our memories of how quickly the world can change around us were never more apparent than on days like December 7, 1941 or September 11, 2001. Our physical world’s fragile nature is becoming clearer as huge glaciers melt at an alarming rate, sea level rises and extreme climate changes jar our complacency. When change seems inevitable, we are given the choice of whether to act or remain still. People of faith often turn to God to seek direction but ask with some concern, “Lord, what will tomorrow bring?” and “Oh, God, will there be a tomorrow?” The task of the Church amidst life is to proclaim the Word of God to all and to share the love of Jesus Christ. “And Jesus came and said to them, “All authority in heaven and on earth has been given to me. Go therefore and make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father, Son and Holy Spirit, and teaching them to obey everything that I have commanded you. And remember, I am with you always, to the end of the age.” (Matthew 28:18-20) In doing this, the Church becomes the instrument through which people can come to build their relationship with a power greater than humans ...greater than any worldly force ... a relationship with God in Christ. In the strength of this relationship with the Lord comes the reassurance that despite whatever happens, God will be with us and will care for us. But have we in the church been insistent about teaching the lessons needed to help answer such concerns? Have we given enough ways for seeking people to be familiar with a loving God? Have we been dedicated to teaching the lessons of God’s Word and trying to get this message out into the world, offering reassurance in a busy sometimes terrifying world? The Church as a human vessel dedicated to God surely works at this. But the distractions and pulls of our world are strong. Humans struggle with trying to stay in touch with the Lord, knowing the Lord’s will for them and discerning what the Lord is calling them to do. Our summer worship will accent how Christ’s Church calls us to action. We will consider Pentecost, the day when thousands were baptized and brought into the faith, the Great Commission when Jesus tells his disciples what their mission is, the challenges of Abraham and the apostle Paul and others. We are going back to basics! We stand in need of strong foundations as we live in this world of ours. As believers in Jesus Christ, we are strengthened by the foundations discovered in God’s Word. We invite you, your family and friends to come along with us as we worship, learn, fellowship and work together to strengthen our faith through the knowledge of God’s Word. We believe the Lord is calling us to open our doors and offer the Good News! Come and be fortified by God’s Word in these challenging days! With Christ’s love, Pastor Helen 6

CENTENNIAL CORNER Invitation to Joining our Church Servant Team We are excited about our call to serve the Lord Jesus Christ through the ministry at Centennial Memorial United Methodist Church as a member of the Calvary-Centennial UM Cooperative Parish. It is our privilege to welcome others to join us in this unique time in our history as we plan how we will serve Christ and our surrounding community. Our mission is to offer radical hospitality to those who come to worship, study, share in ministry and experience the love of Jesus Christ. We invite all those interested in learning more about our Centennial UMC family, becoming a member of Centennial UMC, how or becoming more active in our shared ministry, what the United Methodist Church’s beliefs are and be able to join others in this fellowship of discovery, to attend our Summer Member Classes which will be held on Saturday afternoons at 3 p.m. on July 26, August 2 and August 9 in the church office. This will be a time getting acquainted with various ways for you to share your talents in ministry. We look forward to welcoming many of you and hope you will join us. If you have questions or concerns, feel free to contact Pastor Helen and Pastor Leo for further information.

“What's a Christian Look Like?” By Pastor Leo Yates, Jr. During the season of Pentecost, we are often reminded of God's gift of the Holy Spirit being extended to the Gentiles. For some of the Jewish-Christians, this was somewhat surprising, as they were first in receiving it on the day of Pentecost. The Apostle Peter was present when the Spirit was poured out over the Jews and was also present at Cornelius’ house (a Gentile home) (Acts 10:24-48). Seeing the Spirit coming upon the Gentiles, as it did on him and the other Jewish-Christians, not only opened Peter's eyes to God's limitless love, but showed him that he had false expectations of what and who God's salvation is for. It's for everyone. How often have we heard, "So and so professes he/she is a Christian, BUT..."? Not that Peter didn’t have good reason to expect who God’s salvation was for, as he grew up in the Jewish faith; moreover, he likely heard, or was taught, or believed (or all three) that salvation was for the Jews. I believe that Peter’s relationship with Jesus put him in the position to see that Christ was sent for everyone, as Jesus had offered healing, love and forgiveness to Gentiles they came in contact with. Like Peter, sometimes we may mistakenly have a bias or a belief of what we believe a Christian should be. This may limit our understanding of what God is doing or is trying to do in a person’s life to the point where we may mistakenly be a hindrance or possibly thwart the work of the Holy Spirit because of our limited expectation. Sometimes I like to ask myself, “Where is God’s grace in this encounter?” If I can’t quite see it, then I quickly remind myself, “I just might be the steward of God’s grace” as Peter describes in his letter (1 Pet 4:10). Heaven forbid I was limiting it for someone, as I wouldn’t want it limited to me. I quickly shift my thinking and ask God, “Lord, make me an instrument of your grace.” This way, the person has a better chance of encountering God through me (through us). So what’s a Christian look like? Perhaps it’s people you least expect.

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Children and Youth Ministry PROMOTION SUNDAY: June 15th Join us on Sunday, June 15th as we celebrate our Elementary aged students on Promotion Sunday! We will be handing our awards at 9:45 in the Sanctuary.

Congratulations Graduates! Please join Calvary in congratulating the following students on their High School Graduations!        

Kaitlyn Cosby will be graduating from Frederick High School and plans to attend Juniata College where she will major in Art Therapy. Kathryn Dragan will be graduating from Tuscarora High School and plans to attend West Liberty University where she will major in the Pre-Pharmacy program. Rachel Jones will be graduating from Tuscarora High School and plans to attend Lebanon Valley College where she will double major in Early Childhood Education and Special Education. Edwin Kinsey will be graduating from Tuscarora High School and plans to attend Virginia Wesleyan where he will major in Biology. Katherine Lopez will be graduating from Tuscarora High School. Zachary Mossburg will be graduating from Middletown High School and plans to attend St. Mary’s College where he will major in Political Science/Pre-Law. Thomas Stokes will be graduating from Frederick High School and plans to attend North Carolina State University where he will be majoring in Aerospace Engineering. Ben Davies will be graduating from Linganore High School and attending FCC. Other Calvary family who are graduating this year include:

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Natalie Duggan, daughter of Robin and Bonnie Duggan will be graduating from Emory University with a Bachelor Degree in Journalism and Anthropology. Amy Duvall will be graduating from Hood College with a Masters Degree in Curriculum and Instruction. Josh Herber, son of Dave and Pat Herber will be graduating from George Mason University with a Masters Degree in Public Policy. Katie Herber, daughter on Dave and Pat Herber will be graduating from Philadelphia University with a Masters Degree in Sustainable Design. Emma Kinsey, daughter of Ed and Jen Kinsey will be graduating from Lynchburg College with a Bachelor Degree in English. This fall she will be a graduate student at Auburn University. Shea Rust, daughter of Mike and Melissa Rust will be graduating from St. Mary’s College with a Masters Degree in Education. Kathryn Schumacher, daughter of Fred and Lynn Schumacher will be graduating from the University of Michigan with a PhD in Operations Research. Emily Yeager will be graduating from Hood College with a Bachelor Degree in Biochemistry. She will be pursuing a PharmD at Shenandoah University School of Pharmacy in the fall. Andrea Trio graduated from Hood College with a Masters of Science Degree in Educational Leadership.

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Vacation Bible School: June 23rd to 27th 9:00 am to 12:00 pm Join us this summer as we travel through the wilderness with Moses himself! In your Tribe, you will join the Israelites as they escape Egypt and travel to parts unknown-trusting God all the while! Everyday children will have celebration time, snacks, games, music and dance, a visit to Moses’ tent and tribe time. We will also be visiting an Israelite camp where you will be able to visit the following tents: Baker, Butter Churner, Camel Herder, Camp Cleaner, Sand Artisan, Sandal Stitcher, Weaver and Rope Maker. All children ages 4 through 5th grade are invited to join us. Three year olds are able to participate if a parent is volunteering for the week! Please register online today. Do you love working in Ministry? Do you love to watch children’s faces light up as they learn and worship? We have a place for you! Wilderness Escape offers a wide range of places that you can volunteer from traveling with a tribe as a tribe leader to teaching children how the Israelites made rope or butter or tambourines-the choices are endless. Trained childcare is available for your younger children if you are volunteering.

WE NEED YOU! Are you a Camel Herder? Do you churn butter for your family? Then, WE NEED YOU for VBS 2014. This year we will present "Wilderness Escape - Where God Guides and Provides". In the Wilderness we will join Moses as he and the Israelites escape Egypt and travel to parts unknown- trusting God all the while. We hope our Wilderness Escape VBS will allow God's Word to come to life like never before.....touching lives, changing hearts, and drawing kids and adults closer to Christ. Our VBS will be in session June 23 - 27 (9:00 - noon). We are in need of youth and adult leaders to help move our tribes of children through an Israelite camp in the Wilderness. In addition, we need adults who can help us with activities in the tents (the Israelite camp in Fellowship Hall). A recreation leader is a must for any VBS. Can we depend on YOU??? Hopefully, God will touch your heart and lead you to call Rebecca Dean (301-662-1464) ([email protected]) or Becky Isaacs (301-304-0439) ([email protected]) to offer your help. We need folks to fill our tribes and camp. Please consider helping. We look forward to seeing you in the wilderness!

Please remember that during VBS, there is no parking in the church lot. Please join us on Sunday June 22nd as we commission our VBS team this year!

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Some Memories are Hard to Lose In the summer of my 3rd grade year, I was to go to “Grandparents Camp” with my Grandfather at West River Camp and Retreat Center. I wasn’t sure what to expect, my family had gone camping before, but that was mostly because it was cheaper than getting hotel rooms for the six of us. Growing up in Southern Baltimore City, I was wasn’t exactly thrilled about the prospect of a week away from my friends and bike. Sunday afternoon rolled around and my Grandfather pulled up in his white Chevy pickup truck to take us both to camp. We didn’t listen to the radio, my Grandfather could carry a tune just as well in a never ending symphony of whistles. At church I was the shy kid who hid behind my mother, and laid on the floor under the pews coloring during the service….meeting new people was not exactly my forte. But somehow, even on the first night, all of the grandkids(myself included) ended up in one of the spare bedroom playing cards until our Grandparents had to pull us apart. I remember so many things about that week: dragging the net and catching minnows, sailing, swimming in the pool, hiking along the swamp and taking pictures of frogs. I remember the silly things too, like the red “bug juice” and the way the building looked. I don’t have many memories from 3rd grade, perhaps I simply forgot to remember. I remember when I broke my leg, or when Sarah(“accidentally”) popped my arm out of my socket---some are hard to lose. I remember good things too: playing in our yard, visiting family, Christmases and birthdays. But somehow, a week that might have otherwise been forgotten---blended into a soup of T.V. shows and aimless wandering --that week, I’ll never lose. Not every week of camp is fortunate enough to host our Grandparents as well, and I’m blessed I have that memory with my Grandfather, but every week is just as memorable as the next. Even now that I work at a summer camp I find each week as different as my first. Money is temporary, time is fleeting, but memories can last you a lifetime---let’s make those hard to lose memories the best ones!

Meatballs for Mission--- June 28th---5-7pm The Youth Summer Mission Trip is quickly approaching, and with it our final fund raising drives. Join us Saturday the 28th for a Spaghetti Dinner and Silent Auction presented by Calvary Youth to benefit our Mission Trip. This year is one of our biggest Mission Trips yet, as we’ll be sending out 28 volunteers to Michigan to live out God’s call in our lives. While a great problem to have, it comes with great expenses. Every bit of help goes a long way. 10

New Boy Scout Troop Wins 1st Place at Appalachian Trail District's Spring Camporee Troop 1770 from Frederick, Maryland, chartered by Calvary United Methodist Church, hit the ground running by attending the AT Spring Camporee, just two weeks after most of the Scouts bridged from Cub Scout Pack 278, Braddock Heights, Maryland. These Scouts, along with three senior Scouts, scored exceptionally well in fire building, hatchet throwing, signaling and cooking. The Scouts built and slept in survival shelters both nights of the camporee, which endured heavy rains, strong winds and chilly temperatures. They tested their skills at various stations throughout the day, which their performances were scored on. Many of the stations required good scout skills and teamwork. At the closing Campfire the Troop led the camp in song as a final requirement for the days events. When the scores were tallied, Troop 1770's number was called as the winning Troop. Their trophy was a brand new E-Tool folding camp shovel! The key to their early success has been the very active and motivated Senior Scouts, well-trained Leaders and younger scouts willing and eager to lean how to become Boy Scouts. The Troop has also performed three service projects within the Frederick community. These projects included the AT District Scout Sweep, cleaning of flower beds at a local church, and assisting with a Frederick City event that included recruiting Cub Scouts aged boys. During the first few Troop meetings the Scouts have planned and participated in two camp outings. At both, the Scouts decided to sleep in scout built shelters or to sleep under the stars, without tents. This summer the Troop will be attending Camp Marriott at Goshen in June, with 100% participation. Two of the Troops senior Scouts, Life Scout Clayton Dean and Life Scout Paul Hinch Jr., will be camp counselors at Camp Airy in Thurmont, Maryland in August. Life Scout Clayton Dean will also be attending National Youth Leadership Training course (IMPEESA) prior to leaving for Goshen. Troop 1770 is building a solid foundation for current Scouts and for future Troop members to contribute to. Good Luck! Pictured starting from the front, left to right: Scout Ethan Moser, Scout Peyton Matejovich, Scout Aidan Noonan, Scout Liam Noonan, Life Scout Clayton Dean Troop Guide, Life Scout P.J. Hinch Jr. Senior Patrol Leader, Scoutmaster Paul Hinch, Camporee Director Warren Paire, ASM Todd Matejovich, and COR David Dean. (Picture taken by Troop 1770 Committee Chair Liz Matejovich).

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Coming This Fall This fall we will be starting a new Disciple I study led by our new Associate Pastor Matt Trussell. We will also be offering Disciple III- Please stay tuned for more information on both classes.

Ministries United Methodist Women The UMW Executive Meeting will not meet until Tuesday, August 5, 2014 when we will plan for the upcoming year. We will meet at Mary Crum’s home beginning at 9:30 am. The following up dates:  Tuesday,May 13, 2014 The UMW met in the Parish Hall to assemble birthing kits, layette kits and sewing kits to be taken by the Sheppards to Guatemala with the mission team. The extra baby items left over will be given to Heartly House and Fort Detrick to be given to infants who need them. Circle Meetings for June, July and August will not be held until September:  Mary Martha Circle-Thursday, - Pat Staggs 301-865-4827  Miriam Circle- Wednesday - Mary Crum 301-695-9109  Weslyan Circle- Betsy Bryant 301-662-1032/ Jean Shaff, 301-663-8582  Prayer Shawl Group- Ginger Ward 301-668-0761 All women of the church are welcome to join one of the circles. Beside study programs that each circle decides to study, the friendships that are made are very rewarding.

Women’s Retreat Based on the Book Lost and Found by Carol deLaski September 26-28 Mar-lu-Ridge Join us for a fantastic women’s retreat led by Carol deLaski, author of Lost and Found, and Pat Herber. To reserve your spot, please send your retreat “hold my spot” deposit of $25 in an envelope marked “Women’s Retreat” to the church office by June 20th. Look for further information in the weekly bulletin and newsletters regarding this retreat. We hope to do some fundraising to offset the costs and hope to provide scholarships as well. Check the webpage and upcoming bulletins for more information.

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Church and Society Taking the Mask off Homelessness in Frederick County In the early months of 2014, Calvary’s Church and Society ministry felt the Holy Spirit was guiding us to learn more about poverty, homelessness in particular, in Frederick County. We realized we didn't know much at all about the people living on our streets, sleeping on our church grounds, and living in the woods, cars and local motels. It was as if there were a mask covering their faces. Thanks to Joe Ward, we had a title for the Lenten study series, “Taking the Mask Off Homelessness in Frederick County.”

The Stereotypes Mask In general, stereotypes are qualities assigned to groups of people based on their socioeconomic status, race, religion, age, educational background, etc. One of the problems with stereotypes is that they “mask” the faces and identities of individual people. One of the reasons a stereotype gains broad-based acceptance and is assumed to be true/fact/reality is that there is an element of truth in it. For example, one stereotype of people who are homeless is that they are addicted to alcohol or other drugs and throw their money away on these substances. About 25% of people who are homeless abuse alcohol and other drugs. That means that about 75% don’t. Further, most of those who have access to services and treatment, be become self-sufficient and move from homelessness to wholeness.

Stereotypes of People Who are Homeless We’ve all heard a litany of stereotypes about people who are homeless. Many of these blame the people who are experiencing homelessness. Here are a few. People are homeless because …  they’re lazy and don’t want to work  they don’t want to obey their parents’ authority  they’re mentally ill  they want to be homeless.  they’re addicted to drugs Stereotypes like these mask the faces and obscure the realities of our sisters and brothers who are homeless here in Frederick County.

Checking the Facts These stereotypes don’t hold up when examined under the light of statistics.  Nationally, 25% of people who are homeless are employed. In Frederick County, 75% of people in families who are homeless are employed.  About 25% of people who are homeless are mentally ill. About 1% of those who are mentally ill need long-term hospitalization; most can become self-sufficient with access to health care, treatment, and support. Many of these people are the same ones struggling with alcohol and drug abuse.  As many as 40% of youth who are homeless are lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender or questioning their sexual orientation. Many have run away because of abuse and many have been thrown out of their homes by their parents/guardians.  Approximately 12 to 36 percent of youth ages 18 to 21 exiting the foster care system become homeless.  The two biggest factors contributing to homelessness are the growing shortage of affordable rental housing and a simultaneous increase in poverty.

What Does the Bible Say About Stereotyping? When we as Christians stereotype people and believe stereotypes, we get caught in a trap that leads to us judge 13

others. We need to examine stereotypes to avoid alienating, dehumanizing, and hurting people. Scripture makes it clear that judgment, an element of stereotypes, is not consistent with God’s command to love one another. In Matthew 7:1-5, Jesus instructs: “Judge not, that you be not judged. For with the judgment you pronounce you will be judged, and with the measure you use it will be measured to you. Why do you see the speck that is in your brother’s eye, but do not notice the log that is in your own eye? Or how can you say to your brother, ‘Let me take the speck out of your eye,’ when there is the log in your own eye? You hypocrite, first take the log out of your own eye, and then you will see clearly to take the speck out of your brother's eye.”

A Frederick County Reality Check The Frederick County Human Needs Assessment Report, published by The Community Foundation of Frederick County in August 2011, indicates that nearly 10,500 Frederick County residents live below the poverty line (earn less than $11,136/year) and an additional 16,000 residents are working poor earning up to $24,000/year. This puts more than 13% of the total population of Frederick County at risk for homelessness on the basis of income alone. The 2013 Needs Assessment of the Aging Population in Frederick County, Maryland highlights some of the challenges that put older adults at risk of becoming homeless. Many older adults whose homes are not appropriate because they are in poor condition or cannot accommodate mobility limitations don’t have viable alternatives. The report states, “Frederick County’s current housing stock is not affordable for many people. Assisted living can be a solution in some cases, but most of it is too costly for all but the affluent. Those who choose to move into another home in the county may find that they cannot afford to buy or rent at current housing costs.”

Behind the Mask When we remove the stereotypes mask from the faces of people who are homeless we see people of all ages and races. We see people who are working, sometimes working 2 or 3 jobs, and people who are not able to work due to physical and mental disabilities. We see families with young children and young adults who are aging out of the foster care system. We see older adults and middle age adults who are “old” beyond their years. We see people who have served their country in the military and people who have served their community in jobs that are no longer available. Church and Society looks forward to joining in future conversations on Calvary’s responses to homelessness in Frederick County. For more information to enhance our conversations, check out the Church and Society blog at www.calvarycsc.blogspot.com and watch for our new bulletin board outside Fellowship Hall.

Advocates for Homeless Families in Frederick County has a wish list. The homeless families in our programs are always in need of the following: Liquid laundry detergent Body Wash Women’s deodorant Men’s deodorant Paper towels Toilet paper Dish detergent All purpose cleaners Donations can be dropped off at the office(Advocates for Homeless Families, Inc., 216 Abrecht Place, Frederick, MD 21701) between 9:30 am and 4:00 pm. We suggest you call first, so we can make sure a member of our staff is available to receive the goods. (301-662-2003)

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“In as much as you have done it to the least of these, My brothers, you have done it unto Me.” Matthew 25:40 Are you willing to do the Lord's Laundry? For the last four winters, Calvary has run a free clothes-laundering service. We serve clients from both the Linton Shelter and Centennial Memorial UMC. The Lord’s Laundry program (TLL) has grown now that the Linton shelter is open year round and we are looking for additional volunteers. The goals of the Lord’s Laundry are to:     

Provide personal dignity to the poor by providing them with clean clothing. Relieve the working poor of having to spend money on laundering their clothing thus allowing them the opportunity to save some money. Provide a very practical service that allows clients to maintain and care for their own possessions. Provide volunteers an opportunity to serve in a ministry that is flexible, non-threatening, spiritually fulfilling, and doesn’t require special skills (we all do laundry). Provide a living witness of a loving God to a watching world.

We have washed over 1,000 bags of laundry in the last four years!

We are looking for additional volunteers. How Can You Get Involved? This is a ministry where anyone who is willing to do a few loads of laundry can serve. You do not need to be available to serve every week.  Each week you receive an email announcement sent late on Wednesday evenings. You click on the link in the email and sign up online if you are available to serve.  At your convenience, you pick up the soiled laundry (available 24/7) from Calvary church, take it home to wash and return it clean 3 to 4 days later (usually on Sundays).  We are also seeking volunteers willing to transport laundry: pick up (Wednesdays after 8 pm) or drop off laundry (Sunday evenings) to the Linton Shelter. If you are interested in learning more about this outreach program, please contact Pat Herber at [email protected] or 301-401-0522.

A single act of kindness can change a person's life forever. Expanded Volunteer Opportunities for Year-Round Shelter Operation The Religious Coalition has expanded volunteer opportunites to serve in the Alan P. Linton Jr. Emergency Shelter program. We are seeking volunteers who are willing to serve at least three evenings, from 6-8 pm and from 8-10 pm. Two volunteers are needed for each 4 hour shift. Volunteers must be 18 years of age or older. Duties include signing in guests, making them feel welcome, assigning beds, enforcing shelter rules and offering encouragement to shelter clients. Training Dates and Times: June 11th , 7 p.m. or June 14th at 10 a.m. To register, call the shelter at 301-631-2670 x112 15

Calvary Weekday School News Greetings from the Weekday School. As we end the school year with kindergarten graduation on June 5th, we are already looking forward to the next school year. We are excited to have four students joining us on full scholarship. This opportunity to help four children achieve school readiness was made possible through the Community Foundation and the Charles V and Louise Main Endowment Fund. The scholarships will cover all tuition, supplies, activity fees, photo packages, snacks and any other costs that come up during the year. We will also be providing transportation for these students. The Weekday School still has openings in our 3 yr. old Monday, Wednesday, Friday classes as well as our 3 / 4 split class on Monday afternoon, Tuesday, Thursday morning. Please help spread the word to your friends and family about these openings.

Appreciation

Dear Calvary Family, I want to thank everyone for the cards, phone calls, emails, gifts, and especially prayers during this time of major change in my life. God surely has another assignment for me, and will show me at the right time. Please know that I miss all my dear friends at Calvary very much, and would love to hear from you. With love, Joyce Friel ([email protected])

To Our Calvary Family and Friends: Many thanks for the lily from the altar of our church. We are so blessed to be a part of Calvary. Please convey our thanks to all who helped make the delivery. God Bless All, Bob and Betty Waltz

To Our Calvary Family, What a great church family! Thank you for stepping up and helping out with my grand-daughters’ family loss. We are so grateful for your support and thoughtfulness. Blessings, Margie and Andrew, Kristina, Cierra, Elissa and Isabelle Wilde

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Worship Helpers : June Greeters

Lay Readers

Coffee Host

Tea Time Host

Becky & Ray McKinnon

Dave Adams

Judy & Lou Finneyfrock

11:00 a.m.

Susan Tobley & Bob Fawley

Caroline Strakonsky

Miss Karla Claire Hembree & Stephen & Katherine

8:30 am

Rick & Susan Miller

Linda Reed

Mary & Bob Pfister

Sue Krause

11:00 am

Joyce Dixon

Preston Kinsey

8:30 am

Beth & Frank Strakonsky

Kyle Bostian

The Mills Family

Paulette ShockeyPetrucci

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Linda & Paul Muehl

Rita Sharpe

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Tom & Linda Mullineau

Amy Stone

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Michael & Nancy Leftwich

Charlie Jones

Miss Alyxandra Hoover & Stephanie Slovikosky

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Barbara Piper

VBS Sunday

Jeff & Amy Stone

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June 29 11:00 am

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Sally & Cliff Meyers

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Altar Linda Muehl Rita Sharpe Joan Cooley Connie Mason

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McClement Family

Pulpit

Greg Shipley Charles Jackson

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JUNE CALENDAR 1 Family Life 12:30 pm Kitchen Committee 6:30 pm 2 Education Ministry 7 pm Finance Meeting 7 pm SPRC 7 pm 3 Communion Service 9:30 am Study of Hebrews 9:30 am Pastor’s Bible Study 10 am Lunch Study of Hebrews 11 am UMW Executive Cmte 1 pm Joyful Noise Handbells 7 pm Gospel Choir 7:30 pm 4 Men’s Bible Study 7 pm VBS Youth Leader Trng 7 pm Women’s Bible Study 7 pm 5 ATP Health/Fitness 5:15 pm. Guitar Ensemble 6:30 pm Kitchen Committee 6:30 pm Cathedral Choir 7:15 pm 6 UMW Yard Sale 7:30 am Softball-Pinecliff #3 6:15 pm 7 UMW Yard Sale 7:30 am Prayer Shawl Ministry 10 am 9 Worship Ministry 6:45pm Stephen Ministry 7 pm 10 Communion Service 9:30 am Pastor’s Bible Study 10 am Stewardship Committee 7 pm Joyful Noise Handbells 7 pm Gospel Choir 7:30pm 11 Men’s Bible Study 7 pm Mom’s Bible Study 7 pm Women’s Bible Study 7 pm 12 Mary Martha Circle 1 pm ATP Health/Fitness 5:15 pm Guitar Ensemble 6:30 pm Cathedral Choir 7:15 pm

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Regular Sunday Schedule: 8:30 am - Worship 9:30 am - Coffee Hour 9:45 am - Sunday School 11:00 am - Worship 12:00 pm - Tea Time 12:30 pm - Genesis Choir 1:00 pm - Bells for Jesus Sonshine Choir 4:45 pm - Voices of Praise 5:45 pm – Youth Fellowship

June Worship Study Themes June 1, 2014 “Forgiveness: Renew or Release” Ephesians 4:31-32 Matthew 5:23-24 Rev. Alice Ford preaching

June 15, 2014 Trinity Sunday Genesis 1:1-2:4a Matthew 28:16-20 Rev. Alice Ford preaching

June 8, 2014 Pentecost Sunday/ “Sparks” Confirmation/ Rev. Sarah Schlieckert’s Last Sunday Rev. Sarah Schlieckert preaching

June 22, 2014 Guest preacher June29, 2014 VBS Sunday 19

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Calvary United Methodist Church Rev. Alice Ford, Senior Pastor MTW-10 am-9 pm,Th-11 am-5 pm [email protected]

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Rev. Sarah Schlieckert, Associate Pastor T-F-9 am-4 pm [email protected] Rev. Ken Humbert, Visitation Pastor T,Th-8 am-4:30 pm [email protected]

Centennial Memorial United Methodist Church 301-663-5273 www.centennial-umc.org [email protected] Rev. Dr. Helen Smith, Pastor [email protected] 301-432-5644

Leo Yates, Jr., Minister of Outreach [email protected] 443-535-5380 20