Highlights
- Welcome 44 New Members! Find out more about our new members and how you can take this next step to formalize your relationship with calvary church here.
- Global Ice Cream Social: Join us for ice cream and a chance to interact with Global Partners. RSVP by August 9.
- Family Night: Join us on August 26, starting at 4:45pm, for dinner, then stick around for the Annual Meeting at 6:30pm, Order of the Towel presentation, and dessert afterwards. There will be programming available for kids ages Nursery through 6th grade. More info.
- CSM Baptism Night: Celebrate with us in the Lower Auditorium as several students publicly proclaim their faith in Jesus through baptism. More info.
- Starting Point: What if it were possible to explore faith freely, ask the questions we all have, and work together to find a new starting point for faith? If you’re new to faith, just checking it out, or coming back to church after some time away, this eight-week small group is a great first step! Join us for Starting Point on Sundays at 9:30am, starting September 13. Sign up.
- Essentials: Looking for a fresh way to engage with the Bible this fall? Join Essentials, an interactive small group that explores the “One Story” of Scripture and helps you understand how to read, apply, and live it out. The next unit begins on Sunday, September 13, at 9:30 and 11:00am. Sign up.
- Emotions & Faith: This eight-week elective class is designed to help you grow in both emotional and spiritual maturity by exploring how your inner life shapes your walk with God. The next group begins September 13 11:00am. Space is limited. Join the waitlist.
- Marriage Builders: Newly married or engaged? Marriage Builders is an Adult Bible Fellowship where you’ll build a Christ-centered marriage alongside other couples through practical biblical discussion and encouragement. Begins September 13 at 11:00am. Inquire for more info.
- Checkpoints help our Calvary Kids environments stay safe and secure. Guest Services is looking for Checkpoint volunteers on Sundays during the 9:30 and 11:00am services. This is a great way to interact with families while ensuring only authorized personnel have access to kids’ areas. More information.
- You can play a part in discipling the next generation by helping to lay a foundation of biblical truth in their lives. Positions are available in Nursery-6th grade. Get involved.
- The following Elder and Deacon nominees will be presented for approval during the August 26 Annual Meeting, for three-year terms beginning January 1, 2026: Rick Grunden and Pat Paredes (New Elders), Cliff Hurter & Mike Smucker (Continuing Elders), Nathan Isaac and David Marshall (New Deacons), Jeff Ibach and Pam Shellenberger (Continuing Deacons). Read their bios here.
Weekly Resources
Weekday Ministries
Women’s Bible Study
Tuesdays at 9:30 am or Wednesdays at 11:00am, starting September 15 & 16
Our fall study, Woven, Vol. 2, will follow women who’ve been woven into God’s story. We’ll dive into deep relationships and see the impact these women can have on our lives today.
Men’s Bible Study
Wednesdays at 6:30, starting September 16
Through Paul’s letter to the Colossians, we’ll explore the person of Jesus Christ, the good news of His work on the cross, the challenge to think deeply and live purposefully, and how to live godly lives in difficult contexts.
Student Groups
Wednesdays at 6:30pm, starting September 16
Students are placed in groups based on grade and gender with adult leaders who help them pursue life in Christ in a smaller setting. For students in grades 7-12.
Discovery Clubs
Wednesdays at 6:30pm, starting September 16
Each week focuses on Bible truths that help kids develop a heart for the world and be a part of what God is doing right here and around the globe. For kids 6 months-6th grade.
Support Groups
Support groups provide a safe environment within community for you to receive the help you need for healing, restoration, and growth.
Take a Next Step
Pray
Short-Term Ministry Teams: Pray for the CSM Brazil Team, returning August 2, and the Philippines Team, returning on August 3.
Breakaway Camp: Pray for several students in grades 5-8 who will be at Breakaway Camp from August 3-7.
Hospitalizations: Pray for
Marian Gingrich, Wayne McLeod, and Joel Miklas who are hospitalized this week.
Global Prayer Initiative
This month, we are praying for Northeast Asia. This region consists of eight different countries. Of the 708 unique people groups throughout the region, 520 (73%) are considered unreached.