C A LVA R Y
CONNECTION
Share Calvary Baptist Church
His
Love July 1, 2009
Phone: 903-297-2138
Fax: 903-297-8053
e-mail: calvary@cbclongview.org
web site: www.cbclongview.org
G.R.O.W.
Summer Schedule
Meets @ 6:30 p.m. in the
OC building. Snacks provided.
July 6 All Teams
July 4th August 3 All Teams
3:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m. See YOU there!
O. C. Building
HiWay 80 Rescue Mission
Activities Include: Summer Schedule
Horse shoes July 7 and August 4
Kid’s Bike/wagon Parade Meals are served at 6 p.m. If you
would like to help with food
Washers preparation please contact
Beth Goodson @ 297‐2138
Inflatables for Preschool‐Youth or Joy Hasley @ 759‐7667.
T‐Force Thank You Calvary for your faithful support in this
Sack Races & Relays mission effort.
Face Painting
Jason Horn & Calvary Choir Bible Study Attendance
Attendance & Giving
FREE FOOD for June 2009 J une 7……..282
J une 14..…....293
Other fun Games and Activities J une 21....…..269
June Giving 6/7 6/14 6/21 *June Total
You still have time to volunteer. Proposed Budget $15,540.00 $15,540.00 $15,540.00 $ 62,160.00
Contact Grady or Phillip.
Budget Received $17,898.50 $12,648.13 $ 9,843.50 $ 40,390.13
“The LORD blesses each nation that Over (under) $ 2,358.50 $ (1,891.87) $ (5,696.50) $ (6,229.87)
worships only him ‐ He blesses his
Building $ 1,260.00 $ 719.00 $ 366.00 $ 2,345.00
chosen ones.” Psalms 33:12 (CEV)
*Total does not reflect attendance and giving for June 28
Faith Explosion Kid's Camp 2009 “You turned my wailing into dancing, you removed may sack-
cloth and clothed me with joy, that my heart may sing to you
Lakeview Encampment and not be silent. O LORD my God, I will give you thanks for-
Lone Star, TX ever”. Psalm 30:11‐12, NIV
July 24-July 27 As we grow older, it appears that adults cease to enjoy
childhood activities except during times with grandchildren.
For children who have Too bad we wait so long for life is so full of fun, joy, songs,
COMPLETED 3rd- 6th Grade dancing, and laughter. At this time in my life, watching rain
drops fall, swinging in the park, making mud pies with a tiny
If you plan to go see Phillip ASAP!!! partner, flying a kite, or whistling along with a bird’s song are
Cost: $150 not foolish but evidence of recognition of the Creator of the
universe who provides free joys so we can give Him thanks
Camp Pastor: forever.
Gene “Bubba” Wright
Kites were made to dance in the skies! Some years ago I
Worship Team: felt more like a kite stuck in a tree due to a severe set back in
Dan Carson and the
my health. Medical advice brought no resolution. At this de‐
Honey Grove Ball Team
spairing time, God unexpectedly brought a new friend into my
life. We shared of hope, and dreams deferred, and God’s light
TeamKID that is always with us. My friend gifted me with music. One
song among many songs became a part of our friendship lan‐
Wednesday evenings guage we prayed for one another and the deep needs in each
6:00 ‐ 7:00 PM Room 208 of our lives. I carry a prayer in my Bible that she wrote for me
the following thought…
Led By Phillip and Vikki Cavaliere
a The prayer kites are flying. As a matter of fact I have pre‐
Description: sented our maker with the following petition… Thank you
TeamKID: Character Challenge, Lord. Amen. I have every confidence that our loving Watcher
will grant my prayer. I am going to keep it flying toward
each week you can teach kids a heaven until He says (in His own way). “Enough, enough,
new character trait God wants you’ve got it.) Love, your Abba Father
them to develop. Ranging from
being honest, being dependable, The Kite Song was the joy in the midst of this season of
pain that became my lesson. I could have stayed stuck. In‐
to being joyful, the topics each stead I began to launch prayer kites to dance in the skies with
week challenge children to prayer needs attached to them. Some needs have been an‐
make that character trait part of swered. Others await their time.
their lives.
God knew my need then and now. He knows yours and is
ready to meet them in unexpected ways. So let’s go fly some
kites. We’ll attach our prayers and soar them into God’s loving
care. Once entrusted to Him, we will await His perfect timing
to respond.
Prayer: Lord there is a time for everything under heaven.
Summer Activities Ecclesiastes 3. Thank you that at times of need a true friend
can come to us bringing hope and love and new ways to sing
for Children to you. Amen.
Prayerfully, Mrs. Connie Douty
We are planning a trip to Splash Kingdom in Canton, Minister of Adult Education
Gators & Friends near Shreveport, and Sci‐Port in
Shreveport. Please watch you mail for dates, times,
and cost for each event.
Don’t miss all the fun!!
The summer has been busy already!
Think about it. Vacation Bible School, FROM THE SHELVES
13 Miles, prayer meetings, on location
Bible studies, Father’s Day, and vacations Non‐fiction books for your summer reading:
have kept us all pretty crazy. I am abso‐ Now That You Are His: first steps in the Christian walk, with companion
lutely pumped about the remainder Bible study guide by David Shibley.
of the summer though. I cannot wait 'You have made a commitment of your life to Christ as Lord and Savior.
to see how the Lord continues to work in our church and student Now that you are His, there are some things you can do to grow in
your faith, such as study you Bible, learn to pray and trust God's
ministry. promises.'
Let me take this opportunity to remind you about a few Kids Online: protecting your children in cyberspace by Donna Rice
upcoming events. Freedom Fest will be here shortly! This is Hughes offers parents hope and help. It gives simple directions for
going to be an awesome time together with others in our keeping kids safe while allowing the many benefits of the Internet.
community. I want to encourage you to pray for and attend It's everything parents need to know but may not know enough to
this time where we can invest in the lives of those around us. ask.
Gripped by the Greatness of God ‐ James MacDonald. Are you
Our country was founded on Christian values and principles, dissatisfied with your dusty, diluted version of God?" This author
regardless of what others may say, and this is going to be a tackles powerful passages from the Old Testament of Isaiah and in‐
time where can celebrate that fact with one another, our spires you to blow the dust off your picture of God and worship Him
families, and those in our community. with passion and intensity.
Also, do not forget about camp. It is only a few days Grace Under Pressure by Penelope J. Stokes. The author is well
away. If you have not completed your camp payments, you aware that suffering is not a favorite part of the Christian life. We
wonder if we have to struggle in order to grow. Stokes says yes: that
need to do so today! Trust me, this will not be “just another engaging in life's struggles and experiencing God's grace are bound
camp.” I promise you that if you miss this camp, you will be together. "Struggles force us to shift our focus from our circum‐
missing an amazing time of worship and study in the Word. stances to God," and enable us to experience grace in the forms of
Finally, allow me to conclude with just a word or two discipline and healing."
about our church. First, I truly am blessed to be a part of In the Footsteps of Faith: lessons from the lives of great men and
such an awesome staff here who gets to serve such an awe‐ women of the Bible by John MacArthur. The author examines the
lives of faithful men and women such as Noah, Rahab, Jonah, Peter,
some church family. I am so very thankful for the opportu‐ and Lydia, as well as Jesus. Their godliness reassures you that faithful
nity to serve God through this body called Calvary. With that living is possible. They also challenge you to be a person whose walk
in mind, I want to encourage each one of you to take a few with the Savior is worth imitating.
moments and jot down all of the amazing people, ministries, What To Do Until Love Finds You: getting ready for Mr. Right ‐
and things at or about our church. I believe that when you Michelle McKinney Hammond. 'Are you ready to be found?" asks the
take the time to do this, you will truly see that the Lord is at author. "Are you ready to leave the single life behind?" This author
offers valuable techniques and insights into making the time of
work in Calvary! Let Him work in you this week. God is up to
preparation joyful and exciting. You'll discover practical steps for
some wonderful things. Why don’t we all decide to come healthy, God‐ centered relationships, advice on how to avoid the
together and join Him as He does so! pitfalls of dating, and the tools needed to lay a solid, biblical founda‐
tion for true love.'
Grady
your balance
Breakthrough Prayer: the secret of receiving what you need from
God by Jim Cymbala. The pastor of Brooklyn Tabernacle, a church
Total cost $259
July 20‐24
Youth Camp
built on prayer‐shares principles from God's Word that will help you
is due July 1
understand important keys to spiritual health and to possessing
God's promises. His insights 'will help you pray in ways that can
transform your life, the lives of those you love, and the world around
you
NEW FICTION
Two by Cathy Marie Hake donated by Bequita and Rachel Mileur Letter
Perfect and Bittersweet. [See back of books for story synopsis].
Tabatha Henderson recently donated several Christian romances:
Grace in Autumn by Lori Copeland & Angela Hunt; A Love Woven
True ‐ Tracie Peterson and Judith Miller; Juloltta: a story of faith &
Summer Calendar love ‐ Tracie Peterson and five books, each of which contains four
complete stories just right for your pool side, beach, camping, patio,
July 4 Freedom Fest 3:00 p.m. or travel reading: Love Afloat: drifting hearts find safe harbor; New
July 6 G.R.O.W. York: hearts are entwined; Colorado: love carves out a home on the
July 13‐17 Student Leadership Camp ‐ mountainside; Inspirational Romance Reader: contemporary collec‐
tion No. 3; and Missouri Gateways: four romances packed with cul‐
Kerrville, TX ture and grace.
July 20‐24 Student Life Camp ‐
The Bema: a story about the judgment seat of Christ by Tim Steven‐
Oklahoma Baptist University son was placed in the library by Angie Smith.
July 24‐27 Kids Camp ‐
Fielder's Choice, a new DVD, is the story of a young man who gains
Lakeview Baptist Assembly custody of his nephew when his sister is killed in an accident. This
August 3 G.R.O.W. responsibility forces him to refocus his priorities.
his chosen ones.” Psalms 33:12 (CEV)
“The LORD blesses each nation that worships only him ‐ He bless
You still have time to volunteer. Contact Grady or Phillip.
FREE FOOD We e k’s Ac tiv itie s
Face Painting
T-Force
Washers
Horse shoes
Sunday
7:30 a.m. Prayer time
3:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.
8:30 a.m. P a s tor’s P ra ye r P a rtne rs
9:00 a.m. Bible Study
Activities Include:
O. C. Building
July 4th
10:15 a.m. Morning Worship
5:00 p.m. Discipleship Training
Jason Horn & Calvary Choir
Sack Races & Relays
Inflatables for Preschool-Youth
Kid’s Bike/wagon Parade
Other fun Games and Activities
6:00 p.m. Evening Worship
Wednesday
7:00 a.m. Me n’s P ra ye r Bre a kfa s t
6:00 p.m. Prayer / Bible Study
Adult Choir
Childre n’s Bible S tudy
6:30 p.m. Student -
Music Notes
Jason Horn and Calvary Singers Concert
July 4, 2009
Calvary Baptist Church
OC Building
Time to be announced
We would love to have you join us. We need you!
Rehearsal ‐ Wednesday’s, 6‐8 p.m. in the choir room
Child care is provided.
Phyllis Dozier and Jason Horn make a GREAT leadership
team. Don’t miss out on this awesome blessing!
Thank You Calvary for your faithful
support of the music ministry.