the bible tells me so show
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Calvary Bapt i s t Church i s a Chr is t -centered communi ty o f fa i th devoted to the worship o f the l iv ing God.
Commit ted to a deeper unders tanding o f God 's word , we asp ire to grow personal ly and communal ly, to become a sanctuary for a l l God 's people , and to pour out God 's
love in the local and g lobal communi t y.Th
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The Bible Tells Me So ShowPresentations: June 25 & 28
by: Randall Bradley
Music & Missions Trip to El Salvador
From May 16 to 26, forty-one Baylor students and faculty traveled to El Salvador to minister through music by offering concerts, music
teaching, cultural connections, and worship leadership. Five Calvarians participated in the trip – Brenda Bradley, Isaac Bradley, Randall Bradley, Amy Farnell, and Ross Tarpley. Additionally, we were able to connect with Elizabeth Ross for three days of the trip.
A highlight of the trip included teaching in public and private schools. The team was prepared to teach two levels of five different core music subjects: singing, music reading, movement, drumming, and crafts. At any given time, the team was able to teach ten simultaneous classes. We offered these sessions both in a Catholic parochial school in Chalchuapa for one morning and in a public school in La Palma for two full days. Neither of these schools offers regular music classes, and the school in La Palma has appealed unsuccessfully to the Peace Corp to send a music teacher for the past ten years.
Additionally, we were able to assist in preparing and serving a meal in a soup kitchen in the Charismatic Catholic Center in Chalchuapa. Following the meal, we sang a mini-concert to the fifty or so mostly older people, who without the soup kitchen’s regular meals, would not be able to have at least one hot meal per day. Since the workers in the facility were cooking much of the meal on an open
fire, our team was inspired to collect enough money to purchase a gas range for their use. We gave the stove in honor of a Houston couple who gave generously to the El Salvador trip.
Also, we were in El Salvador during the beatification of Arch Bishop Oscar Romero. Saturday, May 23, over 260,000 people from all over the world gathered in San Salvador for the celebration. In addition to thousands who arrived in busses into the capitol city, hundreds of pilgrims and reporters gathered from North
America, Europe, and beyond. Our team had been invited to participate in the celebration by joining with an El Salvadoran choir to offer a concert at El Rosario Catholic Church. However, prior to the concert, we visited Romero’s crypt and sang a spontaneous mini concert for those gathered there to offer their homage to Romero. As one
reporter commented, people from all over the world came to offer their prayers and flowers, but only one group (all the way from America) came to offer their music.
Lastly, we were able to participate in leading worship in three different congregations, and we sang several other concerts in schools, churches, parks, and outdoor locations. With a
majority of our program in Spanish, we were able to make instant connections with the people we encountered.
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May 2015 Actual Budget Receipts:
$56,543May 2015 Actual Budget Expenses
$51,963Receipts Over
Expenses$4,580
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Sunday, June 21stSunday SchoolSunday WorshipHillcrest Rehab. WorshipMusic Camp Rehearsal
Tuesday, June 23rd
Meals on WheelsZumba
Thursday, June 25thMeals on WheelsZumbaMusic Camp Presentation
Monday - ThursdayGED & ESL ClassesMusic CampFun With Friends
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5-8:30
10:00a7:00p
10:00a7:00p7:30p
9-2p6-8:30
SPECIAL DATESCalvary Day at Hawaiian Falls Water ParkCalvary's Day at Hawaiian Falls will be Sunday, July 19! We will head to Hawaiian Falls after worship and enjoy the rest of the day together. (The park closes at 6 PM). Tickets will be $18.99 per person and include a meal (hot dog, chips, cookie, and soft drink ). Season ticket holders will have the option of purchasing a meal ticket for $6.00. Children ages 2 and under are free. You can RSVP with Mary Alice ([email protected]). All money is due to Mary Alice by Sunday, July 12.
CHILDRENMusic CampCalvary Music Camp 2015 will be preparing and presenting “The Bible Tells Me So Show” on June 25 (7:30 pm) and June 28 (10:45 am). Rehearsals will begin on Sunday, June 21 (5-8:30 pm) continuing on June 22-25 (6-8:30 pm). You can register your children (completed 1st - 6th grade) in the welcome center on Sunday for $25 per child, and they will immediately receive a CD of the musical. If you have any questions, please contact Michael Womack ([email protected] or 918 513-1450).
Fun with FriendsFun with Friends will be on the evenings of June 21-25 this year. Fun with Friends is for children who have completed Pre-K and K. Mark your calendars and save the date for this fun and exciting time!
FELLOWSHIPAgrarian Social Work ClubWe are a small community of individuals who strive to care deeply about God and all of His creation. Join us every Wednesday in Calvary’s Community Garden from 6:00-7:00pm to discuss theology, planting, cooking, and community, all while weeding around carrots in the garden. All ages and skill levels are welcome- you do not need to be a social work person to join! For more info feel free to contact Kathleen at [email protected].
SERVICE OPPORTUNITIESHillcrest RehabilitationCalvary will lead worship with staff, visitors and patients at Hillcrest Rehabilitation (the old Hillcrest Hospital) on Sunday, June 21, 4:15pm, in the 3rd floor cafeteria. All are welcome to join together in praise of our Lord.
China Book CollectionThe China team is collecting money to purchase books for their teacher training this summer. Caterpillar has donated 100 copies of The Hungry Caterpillar for the children at English camp, and Calvary has an opportunity to donate that same book for the teachers. The cost of one book is $8. Erin Tang or a member of the China team will be in the Welcome Center for you to sign up. With questions, contact Agnes Tang [email protected].
YOUTHBe in prayer for our youth who are traveling to Passport Choices Camp this week in Greensboro, North Carolina. They departed on June 13th and will return on June 20th. Pray for safe travels, spiritual growth, and a good time had by all. Thank you!
by: Michael Womack
Birthdays this week
Prepare for Worship
Sally Dickenson 06/18
Harrison DeHay 06/19
Josiah Tate 06/20
Jeanette Rudd 06/21
Travis Corley 06/24
Sunday, June 21st
Text:Numbers 23:27-24:13
Sermon:Set Your Face
Preaching:Jim Coston
Motivated by Music
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Pastoral StaffTC Baack, Minister of Global Missions ([email protected])Mary Alice Birdwhistell, Associate Pastor ([email protected])Randall Bradley, Minister of Music ([email protected])Jim Coston, Senior Pastor ([email protected])Ali Chappell, Minister to Youth ([email protected])Emmitt Drumgoole, Minister of Community Missions ([email protected])Carole Meriwether, Minister to Collegians ([email protected])Will Ward, Minister to Children ([email protected])
Ever since I was little kid, music camp has always been
an important part of my summer. Whether I was five years old and sitting at my dad’s feet while he helped kids run their lines, was an adolescent teen trying to keep my voice from cracking while singing a solo, or finally having the joy of teaching songs to young kids about the promises found in the Bible, I can’t stress how important music camp has been to me throughout my life. Much of what I learned about being a young Christian was from the music I learned at church, and if pressed, I know I could remember many of those music camp songs even today.
This summer, your kids will be learning about numerous Bible stories and promises as we prepare and present Kathie Hill’s musical “The Bible Tells Me So Show.” This musical is
presented in the form of a Family Feud-like game show, with ten songs that talk about God’s faithfulness to take care of His children.
Rehearsals begin on Sunday, June 21st (5-8:30 pm) and will continue June 22nd through 25th (6-8:30 pm). The two presentations of the musical will be Thursday, June 25th (7:30 pm) and Sunday, June 28th (10:45 am). The price is $25 per child (for children who have completed 1st-6th grade). As soon as you register your children, they will receive a CD of the musical. If you would be willing to help us with snacks, set construction, or any other projects, we definitely have a place for you. Please feel free contact
me with any questions you may have ([email protected] or 918 513-1450).