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Top Stories at
Calvary
- Pastor Cornell on
Sabbatical Leave In May through July of 2009, Pastor
Lori Cornell will take a sabbatical in which she will explore
what it means to be authentically and meaningfully Lutheran in
the Pacific Northwest in a way that is welcoming and
attractive to young adults. Take a look at her sabbatical
webpage and
blog. Her whole family is currently with her in Jerusalem.
- Summer Worship Schedule
Beginning June 14, we will change – for the summer only-
to worship at 9:30 in the sanctuary and 11:00 for Deeper life.
- Vacation Bible School
Many folks are excitedly planning for this year's VBS,
scheduled for August 3-7 with the theme "Taking Care of God's
Creation". Download information and
register.
- Food for the Poor On
Sunday, July 5, Pastor Ron Starenko, will be our guest
preacher, representing again the ministry of
Food For
The Poor. Many of us already support this ecumenical,
Christian service. Still, in the face of the world's financial
woes, we need to remember the needs of the poorest of the poor
who suffer the most during hard times.
Cottage Meetings
Calvary members received in their mail an invitation to attend
one or more of the "cottage meetings" to discuss, share ideas
and create the solution to our current financial condition.
The Stewardship Cottage Meetings are scheduled at the
following times: (Feel free to choose one of the following)
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Wednesday, June 24 at 7:00 PM
(Learning Center #1)
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Sunday, June 28 at 12:30 PM (Lunch
at Sandy Harley's home)
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Sunday, July 12 at 10:30 AM
(Learning Center #1)
Your invitation included an RSVP
postcard. Please drop the completed card into the offering
basket or contact to the
office to let us know when you plan to
attend.
Fun Nights for Calvary Family
Four special nights have been planned for you to enjoy our
Calvary family. Everyone is welcome, and we encourage you to
also invite friends and neighbors. Here's what you will enjoy:
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June 24 Hike at Dash Point. Meet at
6:30 p.m. at the Dash Point picnic area (SW Dash Point Rd.,
Federal Way). Bring a sack lunch. Hike from 7:00 - 8:00 p.m.
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July 8 Swimming at FW Community Pool
(876 S. 333rd St., Federal Way, near Celebration Park) 2 for 1
swim passes will be available from Children Youth & Family team
at the Community Center lobby. (Pass prices: $8 Adults, $5 Teen,
$4 Youth, Under age 2 are free) Meet at 6:30 p.m. in the
Community Center Lobby.
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July 22 Service Project Meet at the
church at 6:30 p.m. to do a service project.
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August 19 Guitar Hero Night at 6:30
p.m. Please bring a snack to share.
For more information, contact Bonnie & Steve Nagode through the
church office.
Vacation Bible School
August 3-7, 2009
Find out more
and register!
Donations Needed For VBS
Please place donations in the VBS green “recycle” tub in the
main church lobby.
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Clothes hangers with cardboard tubes
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Small seashells, 1” or less
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Narrow paper curling ribbon
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Colorful feathers
Calvary Coffee House
Friday June 26
Take a look at some
Coffee House pictures!
Special Congregational Meeting
Sunday, July 19
12:15 p.m.
Update on the state of Calvary’s Economy
Lunch: Chili & Hot Dogs/Bratwurst on grills
Will you bring your favorite pot of chili? Tell Mary Stobie
(253) 848-3786
Potluck by last name:
A-F Hot dogs, Bratwurst, & Buns
G-L Muffins/Breads/Desserts
M-Z Fruits/Veggies/Salads
Graduates Honored
On June 14th we honored our High
School and College graduates. The youth were given a quilt or
prayer shawl in recognition of their accomplishments and a
special blessing was given upon them.
Nursery Attendant Hired
We welcome Sarah Benoit to our nursery staff. Sarah is lovingly
watching over the children each week during worship, along with
Emilie Thoreson.
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