Friday, July 25, 2025

FROM THE SENIOR PASTOR

Summer Ministry

In the providence of God, at Calvary we have a superb location, a large campus, and beautiful and functional facilities. God, in His grace, has given all this to be used for His glory and the furtherance of the Gospel of our Lord Jesus Christ. I recently reflected on how much our campus and facilities are being used during these summer months! Many people may only see Calvary through the lens of our morning worship service. Although that service is the summit of our worship, it is only part of the life and ministry of Calvary. 


During the summer, we have hosted numerous ministry activities, including two Calvary Kids Music Camps, Freestyle Camp, and CHAMP Sports camps. Hundreds of children are hearing of the love of Jesus Christ and the truth of God’s Word. Bible studies have continued, funerals and weddings have taken place, our sports fields and gym have been well used, and we have commissioned GO Trips to Senegal, Germany, Romania, and Kenya. The Gathering has become a place where people not only enjoy a cup of coffee but also form lasting friendships. Although Calvary Christian Academy is on vacation, the Calvary Child Development Center continues to serve many children this summer. We rejoice that our campus remains a beacon of light in the Carolinas and around the world. 

Pastor John H. Munro

THIS WEEK’S AVIZANDUM PODCAST — "Celebrities in the Pulpit"

Listen to THE VERDICT radio program on weekdays at 7:00 AM in Charlotte on 960 AM.

WORSHIP AT CALVARY

This Sunday, July 27


9:45 AM Psalm 42

Pastor Jim Cashwell

Stream on YouTube or Facebook Live

August 3

9:45 AM — "The Greatest and the Least"

Luke 7:18–35 / Communion

August 10

9:45 AM — "Forgiven Much" Luke 7:36–8:3

11:15 AMAnnual Congregational Meeting

GROWING TOGETHER

Summer Popsicle Party

Tuesday, July 29, 10:00–11:30 AM, CLC


Families with kids (ages 4–8) and their siblings and friends are invited to join us for popsicles and fun playtime with bubbles and sidewalk chalk at the Calvary Life Center. Parents, here's an opportunity for you to connect and enjoy fellowship with other families!


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High School Breakfast & Open Gym

Wednesday, July 30, 8:30–10:00 AM


All high school students are invited to join Pastor Cameron and our summer interns for game time in the gym, followed by breakfast!


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6th Grade Families Meet & Greet

Friday, August 8, Drop-in 6:00–8:00 PM


Meet Middle School Pastor Micah Burdett and his wife, Riley, at the Pavilion! Parents will have an opportunity to speak with Micah and Riley, meet other families, and enjoy fellowship and snacks. Students and siblings, wear your swimsuit and bring a towel! We'll have a water slide and lots of fun games out on the fields.


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Summer Family Devotions — Zoom

Friday, August 8, 7:00–7:30 PM


Gather with Pastor Nathaniel Pearce online for a special time of family devotions! Register to receive the Zoom link.


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Calvary Men's Conference

Friday, August 15, 6:00–8:30 PM

Saturday, August 16, 8:00 AM–12:30 PM


Come and be challenged by biblical teaching and honest discussion! It will be a great weekend of encouragement and equipping to live the Christian life with boldness. Please register by Wednesday, August 6.


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Join our volunteer team! We need folks to serve at the sign-in tables and as greeters. LEARN MORE

Support Ministry

Mondays, 6:30–8:00 PM, beginning Sept 8


DivorceCare, GriefShare, & HeartCare

Get support when you're going through life's most challenging experiences! Join us for biblical encouragement, practical insights, prayer, and perspective from others who care and understand.


LEARN MORE & REGISTER

SERVING SPOTLIGHT

🎼 Calvary Worship Ministry — Choir, Orchestra & Tech Team

We're welcoming new team members in August and September! In this dynamic ministry, vocalists, instrumentalists, and audio/video technicians (high school age and older) use their gifts and talents to glorify God and serve the body of Christ. Wednesday rehearsals are times of musical preparation and rich spiritual community. Calvary membership is required. Contact Christy Pressley at cpressley@calvarychurch.com to visit a rehearsal in August and begin the process.


📖 Children’s Ministry Team

Nursery, Preschool, Kid Zone, Zone 345, Special Needs, & Family Welcome Desk

All new and returning workers must register to serve for the 2025–26 school year and sign up for our annual training. LEARN MORE & REGISTER


Children’s Ministry Training — Choose ONE session:

  • Tuesday, August 12, 6:30–8:00 PM, Banquet Room
  • Sunday, August 17, 12:35–2:30 PM, Crown Room (lunch provided)


📚 Children’s Bible Club TeamAwana, Gopher Buddies, & C-Track

All new and returning workers must register for the 2025–26 school year and complete our annual training. LEARN MORE & REGISTER


  • Bible Club Training Wednesday, August 27, 6:30–8:00 PM, Crown Room


👐 Find more ways to get involved at calvarychurch.com/serve:

CHAMP Sports Coaches, Good News Club Leaders, Cricket Hospitality & Field Crew, Men’s Conference Hosts, Special Needs Ministry, Children’s Ministry, Family Day volunteers, and more!

THIS WEEK AT CALVARY

Calvary pastors and leaders are here for you. So if you need to talk or pray with someone, please reach out!

Pastor of the Week (7/27–8/2): Andrew McIntyre, 541.912.6761, amcintyre@calvarychurch.com

Elder of the Week: Bob Boogaard, 980.253.0275, bob_boogaard@wycliffe.org

Deacons of the Week: Hector Castillo, hectorcastillo7@verizon.net

Douglas Chen, doug.chen@aya.yale.edu

David Dafoe, dd0001@yahoo.com

Allen Spain, allenspain6@gmail.com

Alex Maroz, marozalexadm@gmail.com

Larry Pratt, prattlccl@aol.com

🌏 Missionaries of the Week: Benjamin & Missy Hatton, serving in Papua New Guinea

🙏 How can we pray for you? calvarychurch.com/prayerrequests

📖 Calvary Kids Weekly Bible Lesson: calvarychurch.com/sundayspotlight

💧 Baptism Opportunity, August 17: calvarychurch.com/baptism

Annual Congregational Meeting, August 10: calvarychurch.com/meeting


Prayer Points

  • Pray for the GO Kenya missions team serving from July 25 to August 6.
  • Pray for the kids and coaches participating in CHAMP Soccer Camp next week, July 28–August 1.


🧑‍🦰 Employment Opportunities:

CELEBRATING BAPTISM

These believers were baptized on Sunday, July 20:


Charlotte Allen

Tony Blalock

Ellen Clark

Daria Hanley

Julia Jenkins

Jackson Willis

Jordan Willis

DEEPEST SYMPATHY TO…

Sterling & Tiana Karnan and family in the passing of Sterling's mother, Mrs. Faith Karnan, on July 21


LaDonna Mann and family in the passing of her son, Mr. David Mann, on July 18

FOR THE RECORD


$147,975 — General Fund offering the week of 7/20

$180,000 — General Fund weekly giving goal


$25,110 RWG Building Expansion offering the week of 7/20


Please clearly designate your offering so that we can properly apply your Reach Welcome Grow (RWG) giving toward your Faith Promise. Thank you!

Children's Bible Clubs

Begin September 10

Gopher Buddies, Awana, & C-Track

Register now!


Calvary Membership Course

Six Wednesday Evenings

September 10–October 15

Sign up today!


CHAMP Fall Leagues

Practice begins August 25

Players & Coaches

Register now!


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Sunday Worship at 9:45 AM


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