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Calvary Lutheran Church 303 Fifth Street PO Box 23 Spencer, NC 28159
704-636-2152
Calvary Senior’s MealSite The Spencer Community Nutrition Site is hosted
by Calvary Church through Rufty-Holmes Senior Center, Salisbury. All Seniors ages 60 & older are
welcome. There’s food, fun, fellowship & activities. Hours: Mon.-Fri. 10:00 AM–12:30 PM
Meals@12:00. Call the Nutrition
Program at Rufty-Holmes Senior Center 704-216-7702 or Calvary
Church for more information.
CROSS-TIES____________________________ _______________
Ruminations… Souper Bowl Sunday
I’ve only played on one championship team in my lifetime. I was the shortstop on the 1967 Rowan County Little League baseball regular season and tournament champion St. John’s Lutheran team. Fifty years ago it happened, but I can still feel the joy and the excitement of receiving that trophy and being crowned a champion. I can still remember the game when I hit my one and only homerun, a homerun that decided a hard fought game with a worthy opponent – the Elks Lodge team with Ronnie Roberson (Robertson?) pitching. Some of you may remember the Roberson boys – Ronnie and Donnie. After playing so many games of home run derby with whiffle balls and bats in our neighborhood backyards, this time the homerun was real. It counted; and I circled those bases in a full gallop as if I were running on air. I was so excited that I could not sleep at all that night. I remember tossing and turning, replaying that homerun over and over in my thoughts as I lay there in bed trying to fall asleep. But I couldn’t, and I still remember how odd it felt to see the sunlight peeking through the blinds after a night in which utter joy refused to let me sleep. My dad used to use expressions to describe people, good people, whom he appreciated, looked up to, and admired. He used to say, “He’s a prince of a fellow,” or, “that person’s a real champ.” I knew right away that when I heard my dad describe a person in such a way, that person was different from other folks. That person was a person who could always be counted upon to do the right thing, a person who lived a life of deep compassion for all the people around him or her. Whenever I met such a person while with my dad, I could feel the love and warmth from this stranger by and with the way he/she welcomed me and looked upon me lovingly as if the he/she felt honored to meet me. That’s a uniquely wonderful feeling for a kid who is still trying to understand his place in the world. To be a champ, a champion - the word comes from the Latin word campio which means “gladiator, fighter, combatant in the field.” A “champion” is a warrior, a fighter for a king, a militant advocate or defender of a noble cause; one that does battle for another’s right or honor. To be a champ or a champion is to be one who looks outward and upward, one who sees a bigger picture and stands for a greater cause than simply his or her own personal well-being. A champion, according to its original meaning, is a person who stands for others and is willing to fight so that others might receive the honor they deserve.
The Stewardship of Our Treasure
Ron Corriher Treasurer Ron Thomas Investment Trustee Jeff Hendrix Investment Trustee TBA Investment Trustee Carrie Hendrix Financial Secretary
CALVARY
First Class
Postage
We Are Thankful For:
Sunday School & Worship Services 9:15 AM Sunday School Fellowship 9:30 AM Sunday School
10:30 AM Worship Services
Sunday School & Worship Services 9:15 AM Sunday School Fellowship 9:30 AM Sunday School
10:30 AM Worship Services
Emergency Numbers
The Rev. Wayne Cobb 912-844-7975
Denise Waller 704-637-6680
Church Staff
The Rev. Wayne Cobb Pastor Ron Corriher Handbell Choir Director
Denise Waller Parish Secretary
Sylvia White Custodian
Ministry Committee Chairpersons
Bereavement Peggy Bringle Columbarium Agnes Spagnolo & Ron Thomas CyberMinistry Jeff Hendrix
Hospitality Linda Beaver
Learning Elizabeth Smith
Lutheran Men In Mission Ben Beaver Meals On Wheels Sonny Koontz Outreach Cornelia Briggs Property Terry Butler
Spencer Council of Churches Martha Pulliam-Edwards Sunday School Superintendent Toby Perdue
Support Tracey Bumgardner Synod Delegates Elizabeth Smith & Ron Corriher
W.E.L.C.A. Elizabeth Smith
Worship & Music Ron Corriher
Youth TBA
2016
www.LutheransInSpencer.org
Pastor Wayne’s email: [email protected]
Denise’s emails: [email protected] &
www.LutheransInSpencer.org
Pastor Wayne’s email: [email protected]
Denise’s email: [email protected]
Congregational Council
Terry Butler 2017
Shannon Helms 2017
Elizabeth Smith 2017 President Paul Briggs 2018
Martha Pulliam-Edwards 2018 Ben Beaver 2019 Vice President
Jeff Hendrix 2019
The apostle Paul calls us ambassadors, another word to describe people who know that their calling is to be sent into the world to represent and, if need be, fight for the rights and well-being of others. A champion is someone who cannot help but give their love away. In 2 Corinthians 5:20, Paul claims that “we are ambassadors for Christ, since God is making his appeal through us.” And the appeal that God is making through us is that we be champions for Christ in our world, people who stand and fight, if need be, for those who have not received the honor and dignity they deserve in their lives. Such is the world of anyone who dares claim the title “Christian” as his or her own. A champion will arise this coming Sunday night, either a Falcon or a Patriot. It’s only a football game, a momentary diversion from our lives that are filled with so many concerns that are so much more important than a football game. But yet, still, there is something to be gained in the battle that will take place in Houston on Sunday. The battle will be fought by two teams of men who have sacrificed everything in pursuit of the crown they fight for. For the course of this football season, these men will have given everything they have had to give in hopes of reaching their dream – to be champions. The efforts and sacrifices they will have made in pursuit of their dream are admirable. Such effort and dedication is a reminder that we all have battles to fight that require our all if we are to achieve our dreams. As champions for Christ, Jesus asks that we be “all in” in our efforts to win the world for the Father. And we win this world for the Father through our acts of love that share the Father’s love with those who most need it. So, this Sunday, let’s remember to bring a gift for the hungry and hurting, a small token of our love for Christ and for our brothers and sisters in Christ. Please try to bring some non-perishable food items with you when you come to church. We’ll make sure that they get into the hands and hearts of people who need them – into the hands and hearts of people who need us to rise up and become champions for Christ. Thanks in advance for your willingness to help others. It’s never too late to become a champion, and how wonderful it feels when we do…
With love and appreciation…
Pastor Wayne
Please bring non-perishable food items THIS SUNDAY to share with the hungry folks in our community through the Souper Bowl of Caring! This is a very worthy cause that Calvary participates in each year! Mark your calendar to help Calvary help make a difference in the lives of Jesus’ children!
Pray….for our family, our friends & all of God’s people
(Please inform office of any additions or change in status)
By your power, great God, our Lord Jesus healed the sick and gave new hope to the hopeless. Though we cannot command or possess your power, we pray for those who are need of healing. Mend their wounds, soothe their fevered brows, and make broken people whole again. Help us to welcome every healing as a sign that, though death is against us, you are for us, and have promised renewed and risen life in Jesus Christ the Lord. Amen.
Death: Evelyn Benson (David Holder’s grandmother) Homebound Members: Mary Sain at Carillon; Dorothy Dunham at Autumn Care; Gaynell Leonard at the Lutheran Home; Dot Bingham at Trinity Oaks; Becky Hammond & Julian Torrey at home Members: Jim Sain, Ann Cobb, JoAnn Thomas, Bradley Butler, Barbara McCorkle, Brad Lindsay, Brentyn Heffner, Willie Edwards & Martha Pulliam-Edwards, Paul & Cornelia Briggs, Terry & Sandra Butler, Jesse Troutman, Denise Waller Members’ Prayer Friends & Family: Bobby Lomax, Harold Chaffin, Angela Sidden, Thom Beech, MaryAnn Koppendaver, Kelli Waller-Doyle, Debbie Boger, Anna Shue, Sylvia White, Leon Moore, Bob Shinn, Bob Bishop, Mike Herring, David Dowell, Dot Swing, Lins Barwick, Betty Lomax, Cynthia Lomax, Coy Shives, Lizzie & Zeke Overcash, Steve Williams, John Doe, Michael Hartman, Dawn Kessler, Sawyer Black, Jim Bradley, Brenda Dangerfield, Sandy Charette, Donna Stewart, Bob & Pat Schmidt, Christopher Concannon, Ken Maine, Toby Wilson, Ruenell Hammond, Taylor Brewer, Marie Lomax, Natasha Briggers, David & Kathy Leasure, Peter Marcotte, Collins Barwick, Chase Bivins & family, Shirley Glover, Greg Blake, Cynthia Anderson, Kristen Seamans & family, Lynn Lankford, David Swaim, Cynthia Gwynn, Scotty Adcock, Madison Jones, Ronnie Henry, Bob Hammond, Lois Stallings, Peter Marcotte, Dorothy Baker, Melvin Harmon, Helen Jackson, Carlton Miller, Rachel Raper, John Whitehead, Joan Seymour, Jeff Summers, DJ Throckmorton, Paul & Kay Lamb, Dianne Brawley, Mildred Brooks
Congregational Sympathy & Assurance of the Resurrection
To David, Julie, Baden & Evie Holder, & their family, at the death of
David’s grandmother, Evelyn Benson.
2016 Annual Reports, Monthly Reports & 2017 Directory
Please turn in your Annual Reports by the end of February! Feel free to email these
to: [email protected] or [email protected]. Last year, I was unable to produce an Annual Report because I only received 1 report!
Chairpersons: Please forward your members list & "cc" me on your monthly reports.
If the Council Minutes read “attached” about your committee, I don’t actually have a copy of your minutes to add to the records.
Please note that I may not see the Council Meeting Minutes before they are actually
approved & therefore may not have up to date additions/changes/etc., to assemble accordingly in the newsletter. If you have upcoming events, please be sure to let me know, I’d rather be told twice than not have accurate information.
Please check your address, phone, cell, email, etc., & report any changes by the end
of February! I would also like to have birthdays & wedding anniversaries!
Thanks! Love to all, Nise
Operation Homefront – Carolinas
Operation Homefront Carolinas provides emergency financial & other assistance to the families of our
service members & Wounded Warriors. Operation Homefront – Carolinas hosts “Star-Spangled Babies Baby Showers” to
benefit expecting military mothers & military spouses throughout NC & SC.
Please consider becoming a sponsor of our “Star-Spangled Babies” Baby Showers by making a cash or in-kind donation. Your generosity will be used to provide necessary
newborn baby items to military families in need.
In-Kind Donation Suggestions: *Crib Bedding-Bumpers & Crib Sheets *Stroller Blankets *Baby Safety Items – Cabinet
Locks, Gates, etc. *Changing Table Pads & Covers *Clothing – All Sizes *Sleep Sets *Hooded Towels *Pacifiers *Car Seats – Infant & Toddler Sizes *Cribs *Exercisers *Bouncy Seats *Pack n’ Plays *Diapers/Pampers *Baby Wipes *Swaddle Blankets
*Baby Bottles *Baby Food / Formula *Teething Toys/Rattles/Baby Stuffed Toys/Books *Bassinets *Strollers *Baby Swings *Highchairs *Baby Carriers/Slings
Thanks for supporting our military families! Contact: Marylyn Koontz 704-957-0080.
Michael Dean Hartman, Jr.,
Child of God,
received the Sacrament of Holy Baptism at Calvary’s July 24, 2016 Worship Service.
“Mikey” was born to Michael and Megan Hartman, Sr., on December 18, 2015!
His grandparents are Tommy & Debbie Swing, John & Nilda Richardson, &
the late Teresa Nisbet Tuliski.
Calvary Lutheran was overjoyed to hold this Sacred Event for Mikey & his family!
The Altar flowers were given to the glory of God & in honor of Mikey at his baptism by Marylyn &
Sonny Koontz. The rose on the altar was in honor of Mikey by the members of Calvary. The
Congregation enjoyed a luncheon in Mikey’s honor following the service.
We joyfully welcome Mikey into our family of faith & Christian Ministry!
We pray God’s blessings upon Mikey, Michael & Megan as they continue their Christian journeys with us!
Calvary is accessible to ALL! We want everyone as comfortable as possible so they can enjoy praising God with us.
If you need any assistance please ask!
Calvary Lutheran Church Mission Statement
Calvary Lutheran Church is a fellowship of Christian believers who are led by the Holy Spirit. We welcome all into our fellowship to
hear the Word of God preached and to worship together. We see our mission to be one of witnessing to God’s grace by reaching out to all, using our talents actively to show our love and concern for
others. In doing this we work to show how exciting being a Christian is and how we hope to attain a unity of our faith.
Spaghetti Lunch & Dinner Fundraiser
Friday, February 24
Lunch: 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM Dinner: 5:00 PM – 8:00 PM $6 – Adults $3 – Children under 12 (VFW Post #3006 1200 Brenner Ave.)
Meal: Spaghetti, Salad, Garlic Bread, Dessert & Drink (Sauce available w/or w/o meat) Dine In or Carry Out Music with Mel while you eat!
(Free delivery of 5+ to same work address – NO DRINK w/deliveries)
Baked items (plain cakes, cookies, brownies), volunteers & diners needed! Call 704-636-5700, option 9 to volunteer. Please help out the Humane Society!
Rowan County Department of Social Services One Church One Child Program
Dear Calvary Lutheran Church, January 19, 2017 Words are not enough to tell you how much we deeply appreciate all that you do for our children. We have been richly blessed with all you have done through the years. Thank you for your wonderful generosity. Today, I am especially grateful for your gift of $76.00 which will used to purchase life essential items for children who have been traumatized by child abuse or child neglect. The items purchased with your magnificent financial gift will be a wonderful blessing to the children who receive them. You are bringing the love of Jesus to the children served by the ROCOC Ministry. May God richly bless you, your families and your wonderful congregation.
In His Name! John Hunter, Coordinator
704-216-7914 / [email protected]/rococ / www.rowancountync.gov.rococ
WELCA Collecting Pennies For A Village Well In Africa! Please bring your pennies through December, 2017! This wonderful project
will help provide clean drinking water, irrigation, better hygiene, etc., for this needy village. The impact of this on their lives will be astronomical! Please help!
Please Remember the Food for Thought Back Pack Project of Rowan County! We collect money to help provide food for school children! We have a box in the Narthex to collect money for the “Food For Thought Program” (Comm-
unities In Schools Program)! This money helps make sure that school children receive backpacks with food to help them have food at home! Children
perform much better in school & life when they eat on a regular basis! If you aren’t already, please consider contributing to this important ONGOING ministry!
Please Remember These Additional WELCA Projects!
Rowan Helping Ministries Bring food on Sunday mornings! (Basket in the Narthex).
Pennies for Legacy Scholarships. (normally)
Aluminum Can Pop-tops for the Mugumo Project, an orphanage & school in Kenya.
Give your cans to Denise for the Humane Society of Rowan County! Campbell’s Soup labels, Box Tops & Bar Codes for Education
benefits North Rowan Elementary School!
Used Cell-Phone Recycling Program benefits the Family Crisis Council of Rowan Co.
Please encourage your friends/family to collect/recycle for these worthy causes!
Communities In Schools Calvary helps the CIS Rowan County’s on-going backpack project but, did you know that there is so much more to CIS? They have a great facebook page that gives all kinds of information on upcoming events, how to volunteer, etc. Founded in 1998, CIS’s “Mission is to surround students with a community of support, empowering them to stay in school, learn, and achieve in life.” CIS is the nation's leading dropout
prevention organization. Join us in helping keep kids in school. CISRowanNC / Call (704) 797-0210 to volunteer!
Also, I’m very proud to say that the chairman of the Rowan County CIS board of directors is Ron Turbyfill. He was then the Principal of Hanford Dole Elementary
School. He’s has always been very active in our community & plays in bands. This year will definitely be outstanding through his & the wonderful board of directors efforts.
Please plan to give on Sunday mornings to the backpack project!
Evangelical Lutheran Church in America. God’s Work. Our Hands.
February Service Helpers Elizabeth Smith WORSHIP ASSISTANT
Martha Pulliam-Edwards LECTOR
Mark Mauldin & Toby Perdue USHERS
Remember that due to vacations, kid’s custody, etc., everyone can’t always fulfill their duties. Please keep an open heart & be ready to “jump in” as needed! If you
know you can’t help on a particular Sunday, arrange a replacement or call
Elizabeth Smith at 704-855-5458. Thanks!
Altar Flowers
5 – 12 – Huffines
19 – 26 –
The 2017 Flower Chart is on the bulletin board in the Educational Building.
We have very few Sundays taken! (If you want to put flowers in on a Sunday that is
marked as “Huffines”, we can change them to another Sunday.)
PLEASE RESERVE FLOWERS!
The Young@Groupmeets the
1st Thursday of every month at 11:30 AM at DJ’s Restaurant! All ladies are
welcome to join us for good food & lots of fun!
1 Toby Perdue 6 Tracey Bumgardner JoAnn Thomas
9 Emily Goforth Lily Goforth
12 Parker Helms 13 Jamie Swing
Damon Swing 14 Jack Fisher 15 Norma Talbert 19 Becky Lindsay 21 Kim Bailey Murray 25 Ron Thomas
Please report omitted/misspelled names, corrections, etc.
www.nclutheran.org is an
excellent source of information on what’s happening within the NC Synod & the churches it unites. You can sign up to receive the Synod newsletters, learn more about the Lutheran Church’s
history, donate to worthy causes & more!
Everyone’s Invited to Join for Breakfast!
Calvary’s Men In Mission make breakfast for the entire church on the 4th Sunday of each month! It’s wonderful to have a
great meal & the fellowship has truly brought the members of Calvary even
closer! Anyone that hasn’t yet, please plan to join us!
RHM is in need of cash donations to help people with their
electric bills! The “Items of the Month” for February Are Canned or Dried Soup! Any non-perishable food items/paper
products are appreciated. Items may be placed in the basket in the Narthex.
Thank you Calvary for your continued support! More info: 637-6838 or visit
RHM Needs You!
Volunteers are needed NOW to help in our food pantry during the
holiday season. There is an increase in the number of clients with food needs
during the holidays as they try to provide special meals for their families. It takes a minimum of 12 volunteers each day JUST in the Food Pantry to
meet the needs.
Shifts: 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM, 12:00 PM – 3:00 PM & 3:00 PM – 5:30 PM Mon. – Fri. - 4 people needed per shift.
If you can help for a whole shift or part of a shift, one day or several days each week, we would LOVE to meet you & get you started. Please contact Emily Huffman at 704-637-6838 x112 or
RHM’sChristmas Cards are still available for collectors!
2016 was the 30th year! A minimum donation of $5.00 will honor someone special & help
someone in need.
National Wear Red Day! Friday, February 3
This is a fun way to draw attention to a serious subject – Hearth Health
Issues for Women! Heart disease is not just a man’s problem. Each year 1 in 3
deaths among women are caused by heart disease & stroke. Learn the warning
signs & lifestyle changes to protect your heart health.
North Middle Needs Volunteers
NRMS is seeking volunteers to serve as student tutors. Tutoring opportunities are available before & after school hours. All sessions will be at the school. Volunteers will need to complete a short training offer-ed by Communities in Schools. If you are interested please see Ron Corriher.
Spencer Literacy Project
Recent research shows that the Spencer Community has the highest
illiteracy rate Rowan County. As Christians & citizens of Spencer, we have a
responsibility to change this sobering statistic. We are seeking dedicated
volunteers to help tutor at North Rowan Elementary. To volunteer, please contact Marsha Wood: [email protected]
or 704-639-3042, ext. 112. To be added to a mailing list for updates on the Spencer Literacy Project contact Wendy Barnhardt
Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday
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2 Groundhog Day!
11:30 AM
Young@Group
@DJ’s
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5 5th Sunday After Epiphany 9:15 AM Sunday School Fellowship 9:30 AM Sunday School 10:30 AM Holy Communion Service 5:00 PM Handbells Rehearsal
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12 6th Sunday After Epiphany 9:15 AM Sunday School Fellowship 9:30 AM Sunday School 10:30 AM Holy Communion Service 5:00 PM Handbells Rehearsal 6:00 PM “SSSS” (Second Sunday Supper at Six)
13 14 Happy Valentine’s Day!
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19 7th Sunday After Epiphany 9:15 AM Sunday School Fellowship 9:30 AM Sunday School 10:30 AM Holy Communion Service 2:00 PM Council Meeting 3:30 PM WELCA Meeting 5:00 PM Handbells Rehearsal
20 President’s
Day!
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23 24 Spaghetti Lunch & Dinner Fundraiser
11:00 AM – 1:00 PM &
5:00 PM – 8:00 PM
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26 Transfiguration of Our Lord 9:00 AM & EVERONE Breakfast 9:30 AM Sunday School 10:30 AM Holy Communion Service 5:00 PM Handbells Rehearsal
27 28 6:00 PM Shrove Tuesday Pancake Supper!
Sponsored by (Freewill Offering)