The next GriefShare session begins August 19 and finishes on November 11. We will meet from 6-8 p.m. on Tuesday evenings in Room 111. 
On November 18, plan to join a special one night event called, “Surviving the Holidays.” This is a 2 hour event on Tuesday night from 6-8 p.m. also in room 111. 
For any questions, please reach out to Sharyl Jennings. 

Join us for the next season of The Chosen and follow along with a book you can purchase from The Chosen or on Amazon. The study will take place on Wednesday mornings from 10:00 a.m. to noon in room 111 from August 13 to October 1. For any questions, please contact Sharyl Jennings.
The Chosen Season 5 focuses on the events leading up to Jesus's final week, culminating in the Last Supper. It portrays the growing tension between Jesus and the religious and political powers, highlighting the increasing stakes as the religious leaders plot to silence him. The season also delves into the internal struggles of the disciples, particularly Judas, as they grapple with Jesus's unconventional path and the impending betrayal. 

FIA is adding care receivers again. Those that need help with dialysis and cancer care are considered a priority. We are still working to add volunteers! If you can be a volunteer, please go to www.bnfia.org or see Jan Kibler.

Activities coming up - please support FIA!

- Fall Bus Trip to Montreal, Ottawa, and Quebec City – from Sep 27th to Oct 04, 2025. For more information, call Mary (309.827.7780) or visit https://bnfia.org/event/new-orleans-bus-trip/.

-Transitions by Go Green Commercial Cleaning Fundraiser – (continues all 2025!)
When you book their service and mention Faith in Action in 2025, Transitions will donate a portion of the proceeds! Visit https://bnfia.org/event/transitions-by-go-green-commercial-cleaning-fundraiser/ or call 309.585.0423.

-Dine and Donate at Rob Dob's - Tuesday, July 22nd - all day. A percentage of all profits will be donated to FIA.

-Take Action FIA luncheon is scheduled for Thursday, August 28th at Doubletree. This is a FIA fundraiser. Jan Kibler will be hosting a table. Let Jan (jckibler11@me.com) know if you are interested in attending.

-FIA Mum Sale pickup is scheduled for September 11th. These mums are gorgeous! You can order online or take a check to the FIA office.

Safe Harbor 
The following dates are available for you to serve at Safe Harbor: 

• August 15

• September 19

• October 5 & 24

• November 21

• December 5 and 19

If you are interested in serving, please contact Tammy Carlson. If you are new or have questions, please feel free to reach out! 

Register online or walk in to donate blood at Calvary's Blood Drive. This month when you donate, receive a pair of goodr sunglasses. Join us in the gym on Monday, July 14 from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. 

During VBS this year our students will assemble Personal Dignity Kits for our Outreach partner, Midwest Mission. You can be part of this by helping to supply the items that we need. The needed items are very specific so please follow the sizes listed. Please drop off items on Sundays behind the Welcome Center or throughout the week on the black table in the main entryway. We would like to have items by July 7. Thank you so much for your help!
Items needed--pleases note, ALL items must be new:
Hand towels (no kitchen towels)
Washcloths (no dishcloths)
Adult toothbrushes (must be wrapped individually, no multipacks)
Bar soap (3-4 oz)
Shampoo (12-19 oz)
Deodorant (2-3 oz - stick, roll on, or pump)
Lotion (8-10 oz)
$2 donation to cover the carrying bag and toothpaste

Be part of one of the most exciting weeks of the year--Calvary's VBS! People of all ages are encouraged to engage in the fun of Vacation Bible School July 21-24 from 6-8 p.m. Adults of all ages and older students are needed as leaders. We'd love to help you find a place to serve! Children age 4 by Sept 1 through 5th grade this past school year are eligible as students. Register by June 22 so you don't miss out on the excitement and fun! Child and volunteer registration links are available at www.connectwithcalvary.org/vbs . Contact Lori Short with any questions.

Calvary food pantry is available to anyone who is in need. While not monitored, we do know it is used regularly. Sometimes it's hard to remember to bring in an item. During the summer, let’s create a new habit and challenge ourselves to pick up at least 1 extra item each week to set aside for blessing others.
This month's focus for our Food Pantry is meals in cans that can be opened without a can opener. Examples: soup, Spaghetti-O’s, ravioli, beef stew, etc. Please continue to bring them in to church so we can grow in our capabilities of serving our neighbors. 
Thank you for your generous response to the June focus of breakfast items! We hope to have enough to last the rest of the summer!
Questions? Contact Susan Sopek.
If you are hoping to receive items from the pantry, it is located in our entryway and available at any time of the day to anyone.

Heaven. Who goes there? Where is it? What will we do there? In this seven – session video based study, Jennifer Rothschild explores the subject of heaven from a biblical perspective. As you walk through the study, you’ll not only gain a deeper understanding of what God has prepared for His children, but also learn how to live with confidence today as you look forward to the glorious unending that awaits. We will meet in room 111/Adult Education starting June 11 from 10 a.m. to noon. Purchase the study book on Lifeway or Amazon. 

Dream Weavers (previously known as The Loom Project) will take the summer off and resume on Sunday, September 7, with a “regroup, refresh and review” meeting in room 111. At that time, we’ll resume regularly scheduled weaving sessions.
In the meantime, be on the lookout for BRIGHTLY COLORED plastic bags that we can use.

For more information, contact Sandy Dickson or Lurinda & Larry Venezia.