calvary chapel newsletter may-june 2012

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fgt i wom miit w But sancfy the Lord God in

your hearts, and always be

ready to give a defense to eve-

ryone who asks you a reason for

the hope that is in you, with

meekness and fear 1 Peter

3:15

The heading in my Bible over 1

Peter 3:13-15 reads, Godly

living before the world for right-

eousness sake. The context is

that when people come against

us for doings good, when they

mock our faith and when we

suer at their hands, we need

not fear. Why? Because we

have set apart the Lord Jesus in

our hearts giving rst place to

Him. We have turned everythingover to Him. He is Lord of our

life and He is ruling over the

control center of our being.

When Jesus is the center of our

life we are able to respond to

the scoers and unbelievers in

condence and are able to give

an answer to anyone who asks

for the hope that lies within us.

The key is to have Jesus Christ

sanced in your heart.

What is that hope, Colossians

1:27 says T o them God willed

to make known what are the

riches of the glory of this mys-

tery among the Genles: which

is Christ in you, the hope of

glory. Our hope as Chrisans is

the resurrecon of the dead and

eternal life in Gods glory.

When we rst moved here I

took a part me job with

Washoe County school District. I

was thankful to have a job, the

church was very small then and

there wasnt much money. The

only negave thing about my

job was my co-worker. She was

very new-age and I suspected

she was into Wicca. She threw

salt everywhere, she burned

white sage, and she wore crys-

tals and spoke of her Spirit

guide oen. One me I found

her on the playground spinning

in circles. She explained to me

that she was spinning o evil.

She mocked my Chrisanity and

even looked for inconsistencies

in my life so she could point

them out to me. I felt like I was

in a war. I came home from my

three hour job exhausted every

day. Something had to change

and it wasnt going to be me.

I was a Chrisan, I knew the

word of God and I was ready to

let her have it. Every me she

said something quesonable

(like today my aura was black)

or did something weird (like

throwing salt on me) I coun-

tered with a scripture. At rst it

didnt go so well. She became

antagonisc and oen provoked

as I beat her with my sword.

Things were going from bad to

worse; I had to change my tac-

cs. I went back to the manual; I

went back and read my bible.

I read 1Peter 3:15 again. First

of all I needed to sancfy Jesus

in my heart. How do we do this?

We turn everything over to Him

in prayer, and live only to please

Him and glorify Him. It means

we fear displeasing Him more

than we fear what men may do

to us or what they might say

about us. One of the evidencesof a sanced heart is the readi-

ness in which we tell others

about Him. The light bulb went

o. I needed to share the love

of Jesus with her. I needed to

tell her what he had done for

me and that by accepng Him

she could have eternal life. And

one more thing, I needed to do

it meekly and in a humble and

modest way.

You know what happened,we actually became friends and

she listened when I shared the

things of God with her. She

would even bring in books for

me to see if they were okay to

read. I really dont know if she

ever became a Chrisan or not.

She never prayed with me but I

know seeds were planted and I

hope to see her again one day in

Heaven.

A Quote I came across says it

best. Every Chrisan should be

capable of defending the Gos-

pel. In order to do so, set apart

Christ as Lord in your heart, and

in order to do so eecvely

answer with gentleness and

respect. anon

Love, Sandie

Portraits From Sandie

Calvary Chapel Reno-Sparks May-June 2012

What is Christian Discipleship?

Portraits From Sandie 1

Prayer, Poetry & Praise 2

Fruit of Her HandsRecipe

3

Apron Strings 4

Joyful Books 5

Devotional 6

Expressions of Love 7

Calvary Chapel Info

Calendar

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Inside this issue:

OUR DESIRES FOR THEWOMENS MINISTRIES ARE: To encourage deeper relation-

ships and spiritual growth for the

women in the body of Christ. To provide a place where women

will be encouraged and uplifted toseek Gods best for their lives.

To give opportunity to study the

Word of God together that women

might grow in the grace and

knowledge of our Lord Jesus. To equip women to be lights in

their homes, neighborhoods and

workplaces reflecting the love of

Jesus Christ to all.

1 Peter 3:15


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Thank YouRay Boltz

I dreamed I went to heavenAnd you were there with me;We walked upon the streets of goldBeside the crystal sea.We heard the angels singingThen someone called your name.We turned and saw a young man run-ningAnd he was smiling as he came.

And he said, "Friend you may not knowme now."And then he said, "But wait,You used to teach my Sunday SchoolWhen I was only eight.And every week you would say a prayerBefore the class would start.And one day when you said that prayer,I asked Jesus in my heart."

Thank you for giving to the Lord.I am a life that was changed.Thank you for giving to the Lord.I am so glad you gave.Then another man stood before youAnd said, "Remember the timeA missionary came to your churchAnd his pictures made you cry.You didn't have much money,But you gave it anyway.

Jesus took the gift you gaveAnd that's why I'm here today."

Thank you for giving to the Lord.I am a life that was changed.Thank you for giving to the Lord.I am so glad you gave.One by one they cameFar as the eye could see.Each life somehow touchedBy your generosity.Little things that you had done,

Sacrifices made,Unnoticed on the earthIn heaven, now proclaimed.

And I know up in heavenYou're not supposed to cryBut I am almost sureThere were tears in your eyes.As Jesus took your handAnd you stood before the Lord.He said, "My child, look around you.Great is your reward."

Thank you for giving to the Lord.I am a life that was changed.Thank you for giving to the Lord.I am so glad you gave.Thank you for giving to the Lord.

I am a life that was changed.

Thank you for giving to the Lord.

I am so glad you gave.

Praise & Worship:Exalt the LORD our God, and worship at His holy hill;

for the LORD our God is holy. Psalm 99:9

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Harvest American

Coming to Calvary Chapel Reno-Sparks

August 26, 2012

Of all the ways we can prepare for Harvest America, by

far the most vital is prayer. Pray for laborers to come and

help. Pray for friends, family, neighbors and those you

work with that you would like to see come to Jesus Christ!

List (5) folks you want to begin praying for and begin

praying today!

ALL CHURCH PRAYER every 2nd and 4th Sunday

of each month, after each service; 10:15 in the front

lobby and 12:15 in the 3rd and 4th grade classroom.

PRECIOUS IN THE SIGHT OF

THE LORD IS THE DEATH OF

HIS SAINTS.

Psalm 116:15

MARTYRS FOR CHRIST

The power of salvation is found in the

Word of God, and He has called us to

share that message with as many

men, women and children as possi-

ble. We need to pray to be bold, to

obey this commandment and to show

we believe in the promises of our God

and Lord and Savior Jesus Christ.

HOME MISSIONS:

Pray forTami Smith; our Mission-

ary sister serving with Wycliffe

Bible Translators in Papua New

Guinea.

Pray forJessica Kelly; Currently

attending Gospel For Asias

School of Discipleship; preparing

to go to India.

Pray forSalomon & Rosario; as

they consider planting a church in

Mexico.

ALL CHURCH PRAYER

For those hurting from cancer,

physical illness and pain; pray for

full dependence on God. Trusting

in His promises, comfort and the

love of Jesus no matter what the

outcome.


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Hom i Go Joy Good B FouDid you know that God keeps a good house? Did you know there is joy and goodness to be found

when we desire to be in the presence of God? His word tells us we shall be satised.Blessed is the man You choose, And cause to approach You, That he may dwell in Your cours.

We shall be satised with the goodness of Your house, Of Your holy temple.Psalm 65:4

Each day plan to visit with the Lord; spend time in His Word. He is fll of love, mercy, gace and righteousness.

As you visit you will bring more of His joy and goodness into your own home, as you lear to become more like Him.

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Fruit of Her HandsGive her of the fruit of her hands, And let her own works praise her in the gates. Proverbs 31:31

OUR DESIRE OF FRUIT OF HER HANDS MINISTRY

Fear the Lord, respect for spouse, foresight, encouragement, care for others, concern for the poor, wis-dom in handling money, Proverbs 31, Titus 2:3-5 and Galatians 5:22-23 encompasses the Fruit of Her

Hands Ministry. Fruit of Her Hands is: Giving to Others, Fellowship & Developing New Skills.

Recipe for a PicnicSunday, June 10th is the annual church picnic at Bowers Mansion. What

do you think you might bring? Who might you like to sit and chat with?

Have you thought about bringing your neighbor?

Grasshopper Brownies4 squares Bakers Unsweetened Chocolate

3/4 cup butter

2 cups sugar

3 eggs

1 teaspoon vanilla

1 cup flour

10 chopped Kebbler Grasshopper Cookies

Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Greasea 13X9 pan.

Microwave chocolate and butter in a microwaveable bowl 2

minutes or until butter is melted.

Stir until chocolate is completely melted. Stir in sugar.

Blend in eggs and vanilla. Add flour and chopped Grasshopper

Cookies, do not over-mix.

Spread in prepared pan and Bake @ 350 for 30-35 min. Do not

over bake. Cool.


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Books for YoungWomen

His PrincessBy Sheri Rose Shepherd

Do the teen girls you know thinkthey're beautiful, smart, special? Probablynot!Shepherd's message from theirheavenly Father reassures young wom-en of God's devotion to them---nomatter who they are, what they look

like, or what others say about them. A beautiful giftfilled with Scripture, prayers, and the promise of un-conditional love.

UncompromisingBy Hannah FarverWritten to young women, Farver serves as agood example of how you don't have to knowall the answers about what God wants; and yet,she is able to write a book that will help otheryoung girls find their way to Him and to help

others search for His Cause in their lives. Aninspirational verse Farver includes in her book

is Colossians 3:1-3 (NIV), which states, "Since, then, you havebeen raised with Christ, set your hearts above, where Christ isseated at the right hand of God. Set your minds on things above,not on earthly things. For you died, your life is now hidden withChrist in God."

Sharing LivesSharing lives is a wonderful opportunity foryoung women 16-25 to come and learn Biblicalprinciples of Homemaking and what it means tobe a Girl after Gods Own Heart.Contact: Kim Bowser (775) 856-1110May 5th, 12thJune 9th, 16th, 23rd & 30thJuly 7th & 28th(Saturdays, 9:30-12:30)


Apron StringsThat the older women likewise, that they be reverent in behavior, not slanders, not given to much wine, teachers of good thingsthat they admonish the young women to love their husbands, to

love their children, to be discreet, chaste, homemakers, good, obedient to their own husbands, that the word of God may not be blasphemed. Titus 2:3-5

Calvary Chapel Reno-Sparks

Womens RetreatRuth

June 1-3, 2012

Zephyr Point

Conference Center

Lake Tahoe

SAVE THE DATE

July 9th13th

Get excited! VBS is on its way!

If you are a High School Student through

Retirement, then grab your flip-flops and

get ready to tell children that Jesus Loves

them! Do little children scare you or exces-sively loud noises bother you? No problem!

Kid clean-up is always appreciated!

PRAY about Serving and Watch for moreInformation from Pastor Juan Coming Soon!

July 9th-13th Ages 38th grade.


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Womens Ministry Book of theMonth

Discipleship, The Road Less

Taken

By Greg Laurie

When it comes to the word

disciple do you ever wonder

what that word means? Does

it describe your own relationship with Jesus

Christ?

Why this book?

Join us on Wednesday mornings for Joyful

Books Book Club. We meet at 9:30 in the

3rd and 4th grade classroom. You can al-

so read along at

http:joyfullbooks.blogspot.com

For Parents and ChildrenI Couldnt Love You More

by Matt Hammitt, Jason Ingram

When Hammitt's third child, a son named Bowen,

was born with Hypoplastic Left Heart Syndrome (HLHS), the

infant was required to undergo two major open heart surgeries. By

God's grace he survived and is an integral part of the Hammitt

family. However, during the recovery times, Hammitt wrote a song

to his little son, assuring the child that no one could love the little

guy more than Jesus.

If you are a parent, grandparent, or if Jesus is simply calling you to

tell children about him, then this is a book for you! Share the

Love of Jesus Christ with a child today!

For Young Women through

Adults (New Fiction)

Wildflowers from Winter

By Katie Ganshert

This is a powerful story of love, faith and

healing. Like winter, grief has a season.

This book is highly recommended.For Learning

Calvary Chapel Distinctives

by Pastor Chuck Smith

It is good to know what makes Calvary

Chapel different from the church across

the street. Learn about why we value

teaching the Word of God and the Work

of the Holy Spirit.

FOR YOUR MARRIAGE

Love &Respect

by Dr. Emerson Eggerichs

Find out what all the Friday night mar-

riage groups have been reading, learning

and talking about! (Idea) Find another couple and go

through the Love and Respect book together.


Joyful BooksLet your light so shine before men that they may see your good works,

and glorify your Father in heaven. Matthew 5:16Therefore encourage one another and build each other up, just as in fact you are doing. 1 Thessalonians 5:11 (NIV)

Our life as women is often busy with a

to-do list that is often over the top.

Wouldnt it be great to know how to

place our priorities so they line up with

how Jesus wants us to live? Pastor

Greg Laurie explains the true meaning

of discipleship and how to be a follow-er of Jesus Christ.

If you would like to receive weekly updates re-

garding upcoming Womens Ministry events, JoyfulBooks Ministry, Fruit of Her Hands Ministry and

Koinonia Photos; as well as a PDF copy of the

Womens Ministry Newsletter as soon as it comes

out, please email,

[email protected] leave your

name and email on the clipboard on the Womens

Ministry Counter.


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DevotionalBut sanctify the Lord God in your hearts, and always be ready to give a defense to everyone who asks you a reason for the hope that is in you, with

meekness and fear; 1 Peter 3:15


Women Reaching Women Through TESTIMONY and LIFESTYLE

Are you READY? Have you thought about who you would like to tell about Jesus Christ this year? Have you thoughtabout answering the question, What is the reason for the HOPE that I have? Have you wondered what a Christian Dis-ciple is and how to disciple someone else?Here are some thoughts to think about:

As a Disciple:1. You will be saved and have a personal relationship with Jesus Christ wanting to glorify God with your life. Isaiah

43:7 Everyone who is called by My name, Whom I have created for My glory; I have formed him, yes, I have madehim.

2. You will follow Jesus Christ by studying your Bible, learning scripture and applying it to your life through a life ofobedience. 2 Timothy 2:15 Be diligent to present yourself approved to God, a worker who does not need to beashamed, rightly dividing the word of truth.

3. You will share your faith with others and pass on what you have learned in your study of Gods Word; both by yourwords and also by the way you live your life. 1 Peter 3:15 But sanctify the Lord God in your hearts, and always beready to give a defense to everyone who asks you a reason for the hope that is in you, with meekness and fear;

4. You will be a person of prayer. 1 Thessalonians 5:17 pray without ceasing,5. You will be persecuted. John 15:20 Remember the word that I said to you, A servant is not greater than his master.

If they persecuted Me, they will also persecute you. If they kept My word, they will keep yours also.

IDEAS FOR SHARING YOUR FAITH (One person at a Time.)

Go and make disciple of others 1 Cor 9:16; Matt 28:18-20Discipling someone isnt just teaching; its also being a friend!

Be Bold, Be Ready, Be Encouraging, Be Consistent, Be a Light, Be a Friend!

Focus on Jesus.PRAY to be a Bold witness for Jesus Christ!Communicate through scripture and personal testimony.Embrace the Scriptures enthusiastically and BE READY.Build relationships and community by sharing fellowshipwith one another. (Invite them to your home for a meal.)

Be EncouragingBegin a Bible study together and be consistent.Invite them to churchListen to what they are saying and show LOVE.Express genuine humility, grace and forgiveness.Live your life as an example before them; be a light.


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Expressions of LoveLove each other with genuine affection, and take delight in honoring each other. Romans 12:10 (NLT)

lluv2Greet4Jesusby Mary Jane Robinette

It was a beautiful hot summer afternoon on August 23,2008 when I was baptized in Lake Tahoe. What tremen-dous joy for me to publicly profess my faith in the deathand resurrection of Jesus Christ. It wasnt long before itbecame discernible to me that the Lord wanted to use meto spread His message to others. I had already receivedGods call to be a Greeter at church. It was soon thereaf-ter I was blest with the fruit of the Spirit with a gift forwriting Gods gospel messages. I had always dreamed ofwriting. It wasnt until the Holy Spirit revealed Hiswords into my heart that my dream became a sweetsmelling fragrance to my fingers. My words became myprayerful aromas of Gods truths to be shared. It blessesme to write of my love for Jesus in the Fragrant LifeWomens Newsletters. Whenever I comment on our Cal-vary Chapel Joyful Book Blog on the internet a thrill ofthe presence of the Holy Spirit fills my heart knowing mywords seek to harvest souls aroundthe world. Our God uses us in wayswe least expect. We are to be obedi-

ent disciples of Jesus Christ ready toshare our faith with others. My prayeris that I will always have the joy ofgreeting for Jesus and this treasure ofwords to write. Yet I know that whenGod closes one door He always opensanother. It is a test of our faith to al-ways be ready to surrender to GodsWill.

It takes courage and boldness to witness about JesusChrist. Some of us say but I dont have a testimony. As my

daughter reminded me when I said those words, we allhave a testimony. For some of us it is without incident,

just a quiet personal conversation with Jesus Christ.While for others their story is more powerful to unveil.For me I came to know Jesus as my Lord and Savior quiet-ly in my heart in prayer. I had realized that my parentshad chosen a religion for me; but I didnt want or need areligion. I wanted to have Jesus Christ come into my heartand be the Lord of my life. From that moment on He hasguided my journey. When we surrender our life to Jesus

Christ we are to be obedient to share with others the joy,

the love, the overwhelming essence of having a spiritualunion with the Son of God. Some people may not want tolisten. Some people may say harsh words to you. Weshould never be afraid to speak the gospel of Jesus Christ.When we exalt the name of Jesus in conversation to oth-ers, we are sanctifying His name. As a believer our testi-mony is what the Lord does in our life everyday. We needto always be in readiness with just simple statements oftruth of the gospel to share with others. We need voicesready to speak out to glorify the name of Jesus Christ andwhat His death on the cross did for us and will do forthem. Our hearts are our sanctuaries, the place where we

commune with Jesus Christ in worship and prayer. Ourminds and bodies should exemplify the humbleness andobedience of Jesus Christ. We were bought at a price, weare possessions of our Lord and Savior. We are to walk inHis ways and shine His light forward to all those we greetin our life. 1Peter 3:15 But sanctify the Lord God in your hearts,and always be ready to give a defense to everyone who asks you areason for the hope that is in you, with meekness and fear. Our fearis in not pleasing God. With humble hearts we are to bedisciples of Jesus Christ.

We all have hard times, espe-

cially these days with the economythe way it is. Major setbacks inpeoples lives are happening allaround us. As Christians we are touse these circumstances to shinethe light of Jesus to others. Do nothave an introverted heart. Do notbe afraid to share your story withanyone who is willing to listen. Donot allow the enemy to grow fearof doubt to speak your testimony.

Always be persistent and bold to speak about Jesus

Christ and what He did for you, even to those that seemto stubborn to be still to listen. I pray for all of us to havethe courage and the wisdom to speak out and to greetothers by sharing what having Jesus in our life has donefor us. Iluv2greet4Jesus on Sundays in church, at the gro-cery store, shopping at the mall. When you feel the Lordtug on your heart in the presence of other people to sharethe gospel message, speak in love. Let your words shineHis light on to someone that assuredly the Lord placed inyour path.



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May-June 2012

HOW CAN I GET INVOLVED AT CALVARY CHAPEL?

First: Present yourself to God (Romans 12:1) for confirmation that He has planted you in this fellowship. If so, then discover your

gifts and Gods calling your life.

Second: Study to show yourself approved unto God (2 Timothy 2:15). As you grow in your relationship with God, let Him prepare

you for effective service.

Third: Be doers of the Word (James 1:22). Commit yourself to the work of Jesus Christ in this fellowship. Get involved as a yielded

vessel to Gods guiding anywhere He directs.

Helps Ministry: Food Pantry, Meal Ministry

Caf 2:42

Womens Greeters

Womens Monday Bible Study

Womens Conferences, Koinonias &

Retreats

Womens Thursday Morning Prayer

Family Worship Night

Childrens Ministry, Nursery, Childcare

Widows Meeting (Encourage &Prayer) 2nd Sunday of the Month in

Caf 2:42 8:15 am

Moms In Prayer, Mondays 1pm. This ministry is for moms who want

to get together and pray for their children. We meet on a weekly basis in

the 3rd/4th grade classroom. Child care will be shared as needed. Call

DiAnn at 972-4264.

Spirit Led Writing/Recipes for Newsletter.

[email protected] or Kelly Gardner (775)657-6422

Contact the Church Office and Fill Out a Ministry Questionnaire

(775) 856-1110


220 Edison Way, Reno, NV 89502

(775)856-1110 FAX (775) 856-2031

Senior Pastor Tom Luitwieler

Admin. Pastor Rob Wolfe

Youth Pastor Juan Rodriguez

Worship Pastor Scott Cresta

Evangelism Pastor Leonard Sanchez

Secretary KimBowser

PRAYER CHAIN

ANN-(775)673-1238

EILEEN (775)972-1790

CHURCH OFFICE: (775) 856-1110

7,14,21 Womens Bible Study

2,9,16,23,30 Joyful Books 9:30 am

3,10,17,24,31 Womens Prayer 9 am

6th Missions Prayer 12:30 pm13th Widows Meeting 8:15 am

12th Fruit of Her Hands 10-2

5,12 Sharing Lives 9:30

3rd National Day of Prayer

1st3rd Womens Retreat

6,13,20,27 Joyful Books 9:30 am

7,14,21,28 Womens Prayer 9 am

3rd Missions Prayer 12:30 pm

10th Widows Meeting 8:15 am

10th Church Picnic Bowers

9th Couples Potluck 6pm

9,16,23,30 Sharing Lives 9:30

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