Midweek Meditation: Wednesday, September 25, 2024
Dear Calvary family,
How did Jesus teach? He wanted the followers, the listeners of Him, to know how to pray. Did Jesus put on a prayer seminar or discuss the various types of prayer? Did He bring the biblical basis for “why prayer”? Or did he have a committee to research and bring the results? No. He didn’t give them techniques. Jesus taught them by praying. We have enough knowledge. We have enough power, strength, reasons… we just need to do it. Just pray. Just share. Just serve. Let God lead you. Let’s lean even more for God’s leadership. Lean on his Spirit.
How about this week we only pray with two sentences: Your Kingdom Come. Your will be done on earth as it is in heaven. Stop after a few words that you say: Your Kingdom. What is His Kingdom? Should I surrender then my kingdom?
We will gather on Sunday and you are invited to join us. Your presence is so important to our body of Christ here at Calvary. There is an empty hole if you are not here with us. We know that we are not functioning at our best without you. If you can, please join us in prayer, worship, and service.
Come Jesus, Come.
Pastor Jolita
Here’s what’s happening in the life of our Church and how you can get involved:
CRAFT FAIR
Our 3rd Annual Craft Fair is coming up quickly so it’s time to get things lined up! The Craft Fair is Saturday, October 12. Many volunteers are needed the day of, but also in the days leading up to this! This is a major fundraiser for our church… and we need everyone’s help! Please click on this link to volunteer: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/60B0F45ABAC2AA3F85-50481635-craft#/ Please click on this link to donate baked goods for the Bake Sale: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/60B0F45ABAC2AA3F85-50481828-craft#/
CONGREGATION WORKDAY
This Saturday, September 28, from 8:00am until noon will be a workday around the building and grounds for our church family. Please join us! Remember many hands will make light work! Thank you in advance!
OCTOBER IS PASTOR APPRECIATION MONTH
We want to join together in expressing love, appreciation, and encouragement to our wonderful pastors, Rev. Michelle Knight and Rev. Jolita Erbele. We also are including Dr. Mark Herris, our Director of Music and Worship. While the Staff Parish Committee has some treats planned, like lunch on the 30th, we would like to celebrate them in other ways as well. We hope all of our church family will take various opportunities throughout the month to show Michelle, Jolita, and Mark your appreciation. Here are some possible ways to do this:
-Three baskets will be in the Narthex throughout October to drop off notes and cards. There are many cards for Pastor Appreciation in the stores already this month or there will be some cards available next to the basket. Don’t leave out the children, as cards and pictures from them would be cherished! They can be added to the mail basket, too.
-On Sunday, October 6, we will recognize our retired clergy.
-On October 27, we will have a special prayer during the service. We would also love any photos you might have of the pastors and Mark to include on the screens that morning. Following the service, we will continue the celebration in Fellowship Hall with cake! Plan now to join us for this church-family time!
-Any personal gifts, surprises, or acts of kindness for them would be thoughtful as well! If you might not be sure how to express this, but would like to be a part of some, the Staff Parish Relations Committee is planning some gifts, and you are welcome to contribute financially toward those. Contact Christy Bailey for details and to donate: drobbc@aol.com or 317-529-6172.
-Above all else, we ask especially for daily prayers for our pastors during this month – for strength, wisdom, good health, energy, and blessings.
Let’s make sure they feel the love from their Calvary family next month! Thank YOU for being a part of this wonderful family!
~The Staff Parish Relations Committee
FALL FAMILY FESTIVAL
Invite other families you know! The Missions Team is hosting a Fall Family Festival on Saturday, October 5 from 1:00pm to 3:00pm. There will be various activity stations including: alpaca education outside, a balloon twister, two face painters, mini pumpkin decorating, Photo Booth with frame decorating, cookie decorating, and make your own candy apples, along with snacks and drinks.
ALTAR GUILD VOLUNTEERS
Have you noticed how the décor in the sanctuary changes with the seasons, both the liturgical and calendar seasons? That is thanks to our Altar Guild members who share their time in this way. If that’s something you’d like to help with or find out more about, let us know! Contact the office today! office@calvaryunited.org
CALVARY WOMEN’S RETREAT
This year’s retreat is on November 2, 2024, and Asheritah Ciuciu, an author and speaker known for her dynamic online ministry, will be presenting her message entitled “Delighting in Jesus.” This message encourages us to embrace God’s profound invitation to a life filled with joy and delight by encountering Jesus in the daily rhythms of life. Remember to mark your calendars and extend an invitation to your family and friends! Register online at https://calvaryunited.org/womens-retreat/ or download a registration form. Forms are also available in the Calvary office.
FALL HANDBELLS
Whether you’re new to handbells or getting ready to ring after the summer break, it’s going to be a great time of making music together again! Wednesday evening rehearsals are tonight from 6:00 to 7:00pm in the sanctuary.
ADULT CHOIR
Please join us tonight for Choir practice in the choir room at 7:00. Beginners are welcome! Come give it a try!
YOUTH GROUP UPDATE
The Youth Group will meet this Sunday, September 29, in the Youth Room from 6:00pm to 7:30pm.
NATIONAL NIGHT OUT AGAINST CRIME
We will be joining more than 70 other organizations and businesses at Brownsburg’s Night Out on Tuesday, October 1 from 5:30pm-7:30pm at Arbuckle Park. Come by and say “hi” at this major community event! Note: in the event of rain, the event will happen October 2 instead.
MONTHLY MISSIONS
Our September Mission giving will support the Lucille Raines Residence. Lucille Raines Residence is a facility located in downtown Indianapolis, owned and operated by The United Women in Faith of Indiana (formerly The United Methodist Women of Indiana) since 1977. Those living at LRR, up to 49 individuals, are actively engaged in rebuilding their lives from substance abuse. They all share in learning to function independently in day-to-day life. Many are finding Christ to be the source of successful recovery. You can find out more at https://lucillerainesresidence.org/.
SHIELDING THE COMMUNITY
The Brownsburg Police Department is hosting a presentation and panel for residents of Hendricks County to educate and empower with knowledge regarding scams and how better to protect yourself against them. The event is October 29 from 10:00am until Noon at Eaton Hall (61 N. Green St). To reserve a seat, call 317-852-1109, ext 2127 or email KCummins@BrownsburgPolice.org.
CONCERT AT AVON UMC
Avon UMC is hosting Carrie Newcomer with pianist Gary Walters in their sanctuary on Saturday, November 16. Doors open at 6:30 and the cost is $20 per person. If you’re interested, visit this page https://onrealm.org/AvonUMC/PublicRegistrations/Event?linkString=MjliZDc3YTAtYmQ3MS00Njk1LTg1YTAtYjFkYTAxMDNjMTU1 or contact Avon UMC at 317-272-4068.
WORSHIP:
-Sunday, September 29, 10:00am Rev. Jolita Erbele Healing Service
“Pray This Way: The King and His Kingdom” Matthew 6:10 (ESV)
-Sunday, October 6, 10:00am Rev. Michelle Knight World Communion Sunday
“Pray This Way: The Bread Provider” Matthew 6:11 (NRSV)
SAVE THE DATE:
-Entire Church Family Building and Grounds Workday – Saturday, September 28, 8:00am-Noon
-National Night Out Against Crime: Visit our booth! – Tuesday, October 1, 5:30-7:30pm at Arbuckle Park
-Fall Family Festival – Saturday, October 5, 1:00pm to 3:00pm throughout and around Church
-First Monday of the Month Prayer Time – Monday, October 7, 6:30am in the Sanctuary
-Craft Fair – Saturday, October 12, 9:00am to 3:00pm throughout and around Church
-Lunch Bunch – Wednesday, October 16 at Noon at Green St. Pub & Eatery
-Euchre – Saturday, October 19 at 6:00pm in Fellowship Hall
-Classics Luncheon – Tuesday, October 29 at Noon in Fellowship Hall
-Women’s Retreat – Saturday, November 2, 9:00am-3:00pm throughout Church