The May 2015 Chronicle THE DAY OF PENTECOST CONFIRMATION 2015 Fifty days after the resurrection of Jesus on Easter, the disciples were gathered together in Jerusalem when the Holy Spirit descended upon them with wind and fire and tongues, and the church was born and thousands of believers were baptized and welcomed into the emerging faith community called the church. It is recorded in the book of the Acts of the Apostles, 2: 112, like this: As we anticipate that same Spirit in the life and ministry of Calvary Church, on Sunday, May 17, we receive the Confirmation Class of 2015 into full membership in the church at the 11:15 am worship service. Plan to be present and welcome these new brothers and sisters in Christ into the church as they profess their faith, as they join the great choruses of witnesses to our Lord, and as the Spirit of the Lord is ever-present and apparent in our midst. We welcome: When the day of Pentecost had come, they were all together in one place. And suddenly from heaven there came a sound like the rush of a violent wind, and it filled the entire house where they were sitting. Divided tongues, as of fire, appeared among them, and a tongue rested on each of them. All of them were filled with the Holy Spirit and began to speak in other languages, as the Spirit gave them ability. Now there were devout Jews from every nation under heaven living in Jerusalem. And at this sound the crowd gathered and was bewildered, because each one heard them speaking in the native language of each. Amazed and astonished, they asked, ‘Are not all these who are speaking Galileans? And how is it that we hear, each of us, in our own Sofia Barkat Annie Fowler Sophia Hartman Mac Hutcheson Brooke Quillen Ryan Riffle Samantha Smithson native language? Parthians, Medes, Elamites, and residents of Mesopotamia, Judea and Cappadocia, Pontus and Asia, Phrygia and Pamphylia, Egypt and the parts of Libya belonging to Cyrene, and visitors from Rome, both Jews and proselytes, Cretans and Arabs—in our own languages we hear them speaking about God’s deeds of power.’ All were amazed and perplexed, saying to one another, ‘What does this mean?’ But others sneered and said, ‘They are filled with new wine.’ But Peter, standing with the eleven, raised his voice and addressed them: ‘Men of Judea and all who live in Jerusalem, let this be known to you, and listen to what I say. Indeed, these are not drunk, as you suppose, for it is only nine o’clock in the morning. No, this is what was spoken through the prophet Joel: “In the last days it will be, God declares, that I will pour out my Spirit upon all flesh, and your sons and your daughters shall prophesy, and your young men shall see visions, and your old men shall dream dreams. Even upon my slaves, both men and women, in those days I will pour out my Spirit; and they shall prophesy. And I will show portents in the heaven above and signs on the earth below, blood, and fire, and smoky mist. The sun shall be turned to darkness and the moon to blood, before the coming of the Lord’s great and glorious day. Then everyone who calls on the name of the Lord shall be saved.” The color of Pentecost is red. Wear RED as a sign of the Spirit of the Lord upon us on Pentecost Sunday, May 24, 2015! Worship services at 8:45/11:15 (traditional) and 10 (contemporary). Just like the Christmas season, when the music stops, the decorations come down, the presents get returned and exchanged, and the next shopping events are already in full swing—so very soon after Christmas day—so it is with Easter. Not so much in the commercial and secular world—because Easter is not nearly the commercial enterprise that Christmas is—but even in the life of the church. The lilies die, the crowds don’t return, the trumpets are silenced. The day and days after Easter— it’s over. Except….except the reality is that it isn’t. A song from the 60’s declares that “every morning is Easter morning from now on.” A hymn of the church declares “Easter people, raise your voices. Every day to us is Easter with it resurrection song.” The liturgical season of the church year lasts for 50 days. It’s not all over on Easter Monday after the chocolate bunnies are eaten and the Easter eggs are found and turned into egg salad. The celebration continues. And in reality, it continues for more than 50 days. Now, because of Easter, we are, in fact, an Easter people; every Sunday becomes a celebration of Easter; all life and death is colored and understood through the lens of Easter’s resurrection news; cemeteries are a place to inter our mortal bodies, but the faith understands that our souls live in immortality, in heaven, alive forever in the presence of God. Easter over? Hardly! the valley of the shadow to the other side where there is light and life and joy eternally? Still coming to church? So what are you doing this Easter season? Still celebrating resurrection? Still understanding and acknowledging that death—which touches all of our lives, our family and friends, our community and nation, and finally even us—is not an end but only a journey “through” Doesn’t get much better than that, eh? See you in church. Filled with life, love, and laughter! Blessings! And then, in 50 days, another church celebration takes place. You won’t find it in the stores—no Pentecost trees or decorations or presents or parties or songs—just a church celebration and recognition of the coming of the Holy Spirit to the disciples to empower and engage them in the ministry of being an Easter people. If we are an Easter people, then the church is certainly a Pentecost product, led by the Spirit to make disciples, transform the world, tell the good news, proclaim salvation. So how will you celebrate Pentecost? Open your hearts and minds and doors to the movement of the Spirit within you? Be guided and directed not by your own desires and wants but by the leading of the Spirit within you? Be so Spirit-filled that it oozes out of every pore and word and action of your being? And like Easter, it’s not a one-day event—but keeps going on and on—the Spirit is let loose, and nothing—not anything nor anyone—will stop its moving amongst us. Easter over? Hardly. Pentecost coming? Absolutely! Both ongoing? Oh yeah! We are an Easter people. We are a Pentecost church. We are the people of God, living eternally and spirit-filled—in this day and time, and forever. Chip CONGREGATION NEWS On April 12, 2015 we celebrated the Sacrament of Baptism for: Sophie Madison Baldwin Linderman, who is the daughter of Russell and Kimberly Linderman THANK YOU! Calvary Church, Please express to the congregation my sincere appreciation for the lovely cards and notes so many have sent. DIRECTORY UPDATES May Rynex 1401 Flagstone Court Severn, MD 21144 Kristi Giuliano 105 Stone Point Drive Unit 169 Annapolis, MD 21401 [email protected] Katie Gateau [email protected] These expressions of thoughtfulness and friendship have made me feel a part of the congregation even though I cannot physically attend. Many thanks and please keep me in your prayers. Sincerely, Joan Dennis ALTAR GUILD VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITY Only 3-4 hours of your time PER YEAR! The Altar Guild helps prepare the altar for Communion on the first Sunday of the month. The majority of the set up is done by the chairperson prior to Sunday morning. Team members are needed to put out the elements approximately 45 minutes prior to the first service and replenish the elements as well as do a quick clean up prior to the 2nd service. Volunteers are also needed to help clean up after the 3rd service. This takes about 15- 30 minutes and you can choose when you want to help, depending on the service you attend. Training is provided and you will always serve with a current member. We'd love to have you join us! Please contact Kim Bowman 410-531-0052 or [email protected]. This year’s annual conference, May 28-30, held at the Waterfront Marriott Hotel in Baltimore, is an opportunity for United Methodist from 631 churches in Washington, D.C., Maryland, the panhandle of West Virginia, and Bermuda to gather for worship, fellowship, learning, and holy conferencing as they conduct the business of the church. Attending from Calvary Church will include Rev. Wright, Rev. Crane, and lay members Bill Abner, Doris Glover, Al Keyser, and Roberta Liddick. Pray for the leaders of our church as they gather to conference together and guide us in making disciples for Jesus Christ. Page 3 MISSIONS 2015 Guatemala Mission Results Over the past fifteen years, a short-term mission team from Calvary Church has ventured on a mission to Guatemala each year. Despite this year’s small team, the mission was successful. Bill Abner and Nelson Gardner comprised this year’s group. They departed BWI on April 18 and returned April 26 after spending one week with Dr. Hugo Gomez and Global Che Enterprises (GCE) in Monte Cristo near the Pacific Coast. They worked side-by-side with local villagers to build a cinder block parsonage for the Monte Cristo church’s pastor. The team also ministered to the village’s children with a VBS educational program. Highlights included coloring books with Bible stories and games featuring water balloons, jump rope, and balls teaching Christian community. Of course, music was part of the program using an acoustic guitar and songs, along with rewards like juice and cookies. The team looks forward to sharing their experiences with Calvary’s congregation members soon. Their earnest hope is that these experiences spark more interest in this annual trip. In years past, as many as 14 congregation members participated, so please consider the instrumental role that you could play in 2016 by making the trip and joining the mission. The 2015 team sincerely appreciates your support by having kept them close in your prayers and being generous with your donations. Because of your support, we returned safely, we made good progress on the construction, and we experienced Christian brotherhood with the local villagers. A most special thank you is reserved for the Mission Ministry Team and the United Methodist Men who championed the cause. Nelson Gardner THANK YOU! THANK YOU! Thank you to the many who donated furniture, dishes, kitchen utensils, bedding, towels, time and money to help our mission family get settled into their home. Because of your thoughtfulness, the family is well settled with everyday and good dishes, pots, pans, crockpot, coffee maker, kitchen towels, bath towels, sheets for every bed, love seat, rocking chair, dining table, even cleaning supplies. The generosity of Calvary members never ceases to amaze. The Mission Family Committee Page 4 MUSIC AND ARTS The final performance on this season of the Calvary Concert Series is coming up at the beginning of May. The Capital Ringers, an auditioned handbell group from Dover, DE, will present a program entitled "Broadway to Hollywood" on Saturday, May 2 at 7 pm. See their trailer at www.capitalringers.org/. Tickets are $10 for adults, $5 for students, and may be purchased at the door or by visiting: http:// ringers.bpt.me. The Calvary Concert Series would not exist without your attendance and direct donations to the concert series fund. We thank you for your support. The second annual Fine Arts Festival will be May 10-17. Special performances will be featured on those Sundays, including the second movement of Bernstein's Chichester Psalms on May 17 with choirs, organ, harp, and percussion. Fine art from professional and amateur artists will be on display in Room 103 that week, including some representative samples from the Calvary School. The Performing Arts Showcase on Thursday, May 14 at 7 pm (Fellowship Hall) will feature church and community talent in "Broadway Bound", with great songs and scenes from the Broadway stage. Donations for the performance, benefitting the concert series, will be accepted at the door. Moses is coming to Calvary UMC! The spring children's Disciple Ship musical, entitled "Moses and the Freedom Fanatics," will be presented at the 10 am service on Sunday, May 31. Be sure to support the children’s choir as they cap off their year in Sunday night Disciple Ship. Page 5 DATES TO REMEMBER: May 3 Disciple Ship Choirs (8:45—K-2nd & 11:15—3rd-5th) May 10 Sunday School (Moms & Muffins) May 31 Disciple Ship Choir Presentation at 10 am Special Disciple Ship Choir Rehearsals at 4 pm (May 3 & 17) Disciple Ship at 5 pm (May 3, 17, 31) 4 BE COUNTED ON THE EXPEDITION TODAY!! July 13-17 from 5:30-8 PM (Dinner at 5 PM) It is time to get your gear together to join the expedition to the summit. Sign-up today through the link: www.groupvbspro.com/ vbs/ez/calvaryumc. Then you’ll be able to join us in the incredible Bible experiences, cool Bible songs, teambuilding games, tasty treats, and science fun gizmos to learn from. We’ll need expedition leaders for our crews as well. On July 18, we’ll be leading the Sunday worship services to share where we met God that week! Meet ya at base camp! WHAT A WALK! Walking in Jesus' footsteps during that first Holy week was incredible! It gave us new insight into what Jesus experienced. Thank you to all the parents and leaders! You did a phenomenal ministry which glorified God and blessed the children. More pictures are posted on Calvary’s FaceBook page. Page 6 Coming Up: 5/3/15-SNY 5/10/15– NO SNY (Mothers Day) 5/17/15– Confirmation Service 11:15 SNY 5/24/15-No SNY Summer Time Madness: 5/31/15– SNY Youth Sunday: June 7 6/7/15– Youth Sunday (all 3 services) Inflatable Day– Summer Kickoff: June 14 SNY 6/14/15– Summer Kick Off Event: Camp at West River– Open to Middle and High School, this is the week that Sarah will be there to help direct June 28– July 3. Also if your student is interested in being a Counselor in Training at all during the summer, please let her know, there is a training session on the weekend of June12-14! Inflatable Day Calvary Vacation Bible School–the week of July 13 Mission Trip with Urban Promise, to Camden, New Jersey: July 27– August 1 2014 Summer Mission Team, hope you can join us in 2015! Please stay tuned to the weekly email updates, for all times and other details of our events. If you 2015 Confirmands and Mentors !!! Page 7 would like to receive the updates please contact Sarah at [email protected] UNITED METHODIST WOMEN On Saturday, April 11, the United Methodist Women sponsored a one day retreat here at Calvary. What a wonderful day as forty-three woman gathered to hear Pastor Mernie Crain take us on “A Walk In The Psalms”. Do you know how many psalms there are? Check your Bible. Did you know that the Psalms are divided into five books and that each book ends with a praise psalm? The day was filled with singing, discussions, and a deeper understanding of the psalms. At lunch we were able to visit and socialize with friends and get to know other women who attend other services. We were quite a jolly group. Pastor Mernie had us get into groups and each group was to prepare a choral presentation of Psalm 1. We were to determine mood, use our voices effectively, and practice, practice, practice, and share. After lunch the thespians shared their presentations. All the groups were great and each group gave a different interpretation of the psalm. In reflection, I realize that the group that Betty Hepler was in had accompaniment during their performance and the group that Bev Eanes was in had choreography as a part of their presentation. The day was uplifting and very informative. I am sure that each one of us went home with a new understanding of the Psalms. For me, Psalms is no longer that bit in the middle of my Bible that gets me closer to Chronicles or Isaiah. It is a stopping off place. A place to wander through, visit, and reflect. I can pass thru laments, thanksgiving, praise, royal & kingship to wisdom or torah all the Psalms are a part of my life. I will end with Psalm: 150:6 “Let everything that breathes praise the Lord! Praise the Lord!” Always in His Love, Claudette Cozad Page 8 UNITED METHODIST MEN There was a Yard Sale, It is indeed Spring! On the beautiful spring weekend of April 11 and 12 the UMM gathered to sell heirlooms from ancestors and Disney World to the passing public. Sales and the spring breeze were brisk and the Fund for Missions account grew considerably. A VERY SPECIAL THANKS Ken Forrester and the rest of the UMM Board wish to extend a very special thank-you and God bless to all of those guys and gals who made donations, contributions and collected a few aches and pains in making this year’s yard sale a success. Without your efforts and contributions, we would not have been able to raise the funds we did. Again, thank you so much and God bless you. Meetings and Missions The Men of Calvary are invited to gather on Tuesday evening, May 19 for an evening of faith, fellowship and fun. Fellowship Hall at 1830 is the place and time. Pizza is the default cuisine. Fairways of Faith While the tournament has yet to be played, we will report the rounds and what we hope will be another stunning triumphant for Dave Born’s Boys of the Back Nine in the next edition. The Shower Ministry will stand-up again in late April for a run to October. Anticipated start date is April 28. Check the Sunday Bulletin and other Calvary media for details. God Bless, Dave Myers PLEASE REMEMBER: All men of Calvary are UMM members. Just share your name and some basic contact info to join our group or just come to our monthly meeting—we are a friendly group. You can serve at will and when you can. Contact information can be sent to [email protected] or [email protected], or you can just say “hi” at church! Page 9 Page 10 25 MEMORIAL DAY Church Offices Closed WORSHIP SCHEDULE 10:00 Children’s Musical 5:00 Sunday Night Youth 5:00 Disciple Ship* 5:00 John Bible Study 27 9:15 Men’s Cov. Disc. 7:00 Book Club 7:00 Chancel Choir 26 8:30 Men’s Cov. Disc. 6:00 Shower Ministry 7:15 Handbells 8:00 Men’s Cov. Disc. 9:15 Men’s Cov. Disc. 10:30 Bible Study 1:00 Harmony Circle 7:00 Book Club 7:00 Church Council 7:00 Chancel Choir 8:30 Men’s Cov. Disc. 6:00 Shower Ministry 6:30 UMM 7:00 Friendship Circle 7:15 Handbells 8:00 Men’s Cov. Disc. (Wear Red) WORSHIP SCHEDULE 5:00 SNY 20 19 24 DAY OF PENTECOST 31 9:15 Men’s Cov. Disc. 7:00 Book Club 7:00 Combined Choirs 8:30 Men’s Cov. Disc. 6:00 Shower Ministry 6:00 UMM Board 7:00 SPR MT 7:15 Handbells 8:00 Men’s Cov. Disc. 6:30 Confirmation Banquet 29 UNLESS OTHERWISE NOTED Traditional Worship Children’s Sunday School 10:00 Contemporary Worship Children’s & Adult Sunday School 11:15 Traditional Worship * Bible Study and Children’s Choirs 8:45 10:00 Children’s Dress Rehearsal 30 23 16 7:30 Maintenance Breakfast 10:00 Choirs 9 7:00 Handbell Concert 2 Saturday WORSHIP SCHEDULE ANNUAL CONFERENCE— MAY 27-30 9:00 Employment Support 6:00 Disciple IV 7:00 Praise Team 7:30 Calvary Choir 28 9:00 Employment Support 6:00 Disciple IV 7:00 Praise Team 7:30 Calvary Choir 21 22 15 9:00 Employment Support 6:00 Disciple IV 7:00 Performing Arts Showcase 7:00 Finance MT 7:00 Trustees MT 7:00 Praise Team 8 1 Friday 14 9:00 Employment Support 6:00 Disciple IV 7:00 Praise Team 7:30 Calvary Choir 7 Thursday FINE ARTS WEEK—MAY 10-17 13 12 9:15 Men’s Cov. Disc. 7:00 Book Club 7:00 Missions MT 7:00 Chancel Choir 12:30 Staff Meeting 6:00 Women’s Cov. Disc. 12:30 Staff Meeting 6:00 Women’s Cov. Disc. 6:30 Worship MT WORSHIP SCHEDULE 10:00 Moms & Muffins 5:00 John Bible Study 6 8:30 Men’s Cov. Disc. 6:00 Shower Ministry 6:30 UMW Board 7:15 Handbells 8:00 Men’s Cov. Disc. Wednesday 5 Tuesday 18 11 10 MOTHER’S DAY WORSHIP SCHEDULE 8:45 & 10:00 Receive New Members 11:15 Confirmation 4:00 Children’s Choir 5:00 Sunday Night Youth 5:00 Disciple Ship* 5:00 John Bible Study 12:30 Staff Meeting 6:00 Women’s Cov. Disc. 7:00 New Member Class 17 4 WORSHIP SCHEDULE 1:00 New Member Class 4:00 Children’s Choir 5:00 Sunday Night Youth 5:00 Disciple Ship* 5:00 John Bible Study Monday 3 Sunday May 2015 Events MAY BIRTHDAYS 1 Paul Armstrong Ashley DiIonno 2 Andrew Caple Matt Caple John Phillips Brenda Wintrode 3 Kenneth Alban Bill Bourne Alexander Cregan Glenn Gottschalk 4 Mary Beth Davis JoAnn Glancy Edgar Hammersla Tony Rodriguez Nelson Stammer 5 Rick Chappell Erica Wood 6 David Balinsky Judith Griebel-Ramos Carmel Tuttle 15 Carol Clary Alex Griffin Richard Karsten 9 Dick Dickenson Andrea Forrester Geri Donald Jo Hook Jessica Hosmer Dunavan Knight Amanda Vragovich Cynthia Wharton Shawn Wharton 16 Joan Dennis Jane Wilson 10 Dick Hott Johnna Parker Yusuan Smithson 13 Seth Cosgrove Dana Strotman 21 Amy Clarkson Tom Mosser Helen Sherman Barry Van Ry 22 Paula Truffelli 17 Derek Allman Jay Moore 23 Gregory Caple Michael Long 18 Gregory Bishop Hannah Goldbeck Amy Mahoney 24 John Elberti Carole Jacoby Lydia Mazza Bob Shoemaker 19 Judith Collinson Danny Shearer 20 Paul Deafenbaugh Larry Thompson 25 Tony Fowler Patrick Guidry Sabra Ladd Kurt Waldron 26 Bev Hay Steve Rice 14 Shakeel Barkat Roberta Liddick Page 11 27 Carole Doxey 28 Ruth Day Mike Geers Julie Snow Heather Williams Denise Zucco 29 Peyton Cassidy Jean Graf Jaime Hanafourde Carla Schwartz 30 Mike Biggs Douglas Dawson Caroline Tringali 31 Stan Livengood Tom Scott Jennifer Sevec Non-Profit Organization U.S. Postage PAID Annapolis, MD Permit 207 Calvary United Methodist Church 301 Rowe Boulevard Annapolis, Maryland 21401 Ph: 410-268-1776 Fax: 410-268-5283 E-mail: [email protected] www.calumc.org As a committed United Methodist community, we strive to know and worship God, the Father, Son, and Holy Spirit; to grow in faith and love through ministry, discipleship, and fellowship; and to go into the world to bring others to Christ through mission. We at Calvary Church are committed to making disciples of Jesus Christ for the transformation of the world. Know….Grow…Go... MAY HIGHLIGHTS May 2 May 3 & 4 May 9 May 10 May 14 May 15 May 17 May 24 May 25 May 27-30 May 31 Handbell Concert New Member Class Maintenance Breakfast Mother’s Day Moms & Muffins Performing Arts Showcase Confirmation Banquet Receive New Members and Confirmation Pentecost—Wear Red! Memorial Day—Offices Closed Annual Conference Children’s Musical
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