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Calvary Evangelical Lutheran Church of Dover PA Building on 500 Years of Lutheran Heritage Calvary Evangelical Lutheran Church Of Dover PA Building On 500 Years of Lutheran Heritage The Rev. John M. Woods, Pastor www.calvarylutherandover.org 717-292-3891 WELCOME TO CALVARY “The Holy Spirit calls us together as the people of God!” Thank you for worshipping with us today. You are always welcome at Calvary! 500th Anniversary Of The Reformation - October 29, 2017 Traditional Worship Bulletin: Page 7, Contemporary Worship Bulletin: Page 16 On this day we celebrate the heart of our faith: the gospel of Christ—the good news—that makes us free! We pray that the Holy Spirit would continue to unite the church today in its proclamation and witness to the world. In the waters of baptism we are made one body; we pray for the day that all Christians will also be one at the Lord’s table. Commemorations for this week… Reformation Day Tuesday, October 31, 2017 By the end of the seventeenth century, many Lutheran churches celebrated a festival commemorating Martin Luther's posting of the Ninety-five Theses, a summary of abuses in the church of his time. At the heart of the reform movement was the gospel, the good news that it is by grace through faith that we are justified and set free. All Saints Day Wednesday, November 1, 2017 The custom of commemorating all of the saints of the church on a single day goes back at least to the third century. All Saints Day celebrates the baptized people of God, living and dead, who make up the body of Christ. On this day or the following Sunday, many congregations will remember the faithful who have died during the past year. Martín de Porres, renewer of society, died 1639 Friday, November 3, 2017 Martín was the son of a Spanish knight and a freed black slave from Panama. As a lay brother in the Order of Preachers (Dominicans), he engaged in many charitable works in Lima, Peru. He founded an orphanage, a hospital, and a clinic for cats and dogs. The Sanctuary is a place of reverence and worship to honor our Lord. Please...do not bring beverages or food into the Sanctuary, however you may have these items in the other areas of the church. TODAY...Cards for the Troops must be turned in TODAY, so we can get them delivered by Nov. 1! Time & Talent Forms are ready for you to fill out...they have been the centerfold of both October & November Callers...and there are some in the Narthex. Please fill out one per person, children too! , and put them in the box in the Narthex. We need you!!! 2017-2018 Music Scholarship Applications will be available November 1-26...please see Walt or Suzanne Tilley for an application. The next benefit concert “My Christmas Wish” will be on December 9! November 4, 7AM-10:30 AM...Pancake Breakfast. There will be Buttermilk and Buckwheat Pancakes, Scrambled Eggs, Sausages from Weaver’s of Wellsville…Bring Everyone You Know! November 5...Time Change...Remember to turn those clocks! (Autumn-”fall back”) November 5, both Worship Services, ALL SAINTS SUNDAY. If your loved one has passed since November 6, 2016 and you would like to have them remembered at this special service please let Pastor Woods or the church office know BEFORE Tuesday, October 31. November 10, 10-2PM, Village at Kelly Dr., Aux. to SpiriTrust Lutheran, Holiday Bazaar. Contact is Ann Bridge. Details in November Caller. Nov. 11 & 12, Brookside Park, Salem’s annual Fall Festival. Details are in the November Caller, Page 36. November 19: 1 Service at 10 AM, followed by Congregational Meeting and Brunch in the Social Hall. November 21, 7:00 PM There will be a special SURVIVING THE HOLIDAYS session of GRIEF SHARE led by Deb Harlacher in the Parish House Parlor. Please talk to her at church to register, or you may call (717-292-3891) or email [email protected] and the information will be forwarded. November 22, 7:00 PM… Thanksgiving Eve Worship at Calvary 2 This Week At Calvary... Sunday,October29…500thAnniversary REFORMATION Leviticus 19:1-2, 15-18, Psalm 1, 1Thessalonians 2:1-8, The Extra Floral Arrangement on the Matthew 22:34-46 altar is presented To The Glory Of God, In 8:30 AM Traditional Worship Celebration of Pastor Appreciation Month 9:40 AM Children’s Choir Rehearsal, Room 5 10:00 AM Sunday School for All Ages and in Recognition Of The 11:00 AM Contemporary Worship Rev. John Wood’s Ministry at Calvary. SH Reserved, Caitlyn’s 13th Birthday-PM Monday, October 30 Psalm 119:41-48, Deuteronomy 6:1-9, 20-25, James 2:8-13 Parents With Infants/Toddlers: If children become restless 7:00 PM Move It Monday, Social Hall during worship, you may take them to the Narthex Area Tuesday, October 31 (behind the glass windows at the rear of the Sanctuary) and Psalm 119:41-48, Deuteronomy 10:10-22, James 2:14-26 allow them to move around and enjoy their snacks. (There are 6-8 PM, Hand Out Candy changing tables in most restrooms. ) Wednesday, November1, All Saints Day Psalm 119:41-48, Proverbs 16:1-20, Matthew 19:16-22 The rose on the altar is in celebration of the birth of 6;30 PM Ponder With The Pastor, Narthex SEBASTIAN JACK-VINCENT IAVARONE. Sebastian 6:45 PM Wiggle It Wednesday, Social Hall was born on October 11, 2017, weighing in at 8 lb. 13 oz., 21 Thursday, November 2 inches tall to proud parents Jinian and Jake Iavarone. We Psalm 43, 1Samuel 2:27-36, Romans 2:17-29 congratulate new grandparents Zina and Joe Compton also! 6:45 PM Handbell Choir Rehearsal 8:00 PM Adult Choir Rehearsal Blessings and God Speed to Mark, Amber, Carmen, Mari- Friday, November 3 ah and Tess Glover who will be moving to Wisconsin! We Psalm 43, Ezekiel 13:1-16, 2Peter 2:1-3 will miss you. 2:30-4:30 PM-Dover Football, Social Hall Saturday, November 4 Please sign CHRISTMAS CARDS FOR THE TROOPS Psalm 43, Malachi 1:6-2:9, Matthew 23:13-28 TODAY! Show that you appreciate their service and the 7-10:30 AM Pancake Breakfast sacrifice that they and their families make to keep us safe and 10:00 AM Crossroads Praise Band Rehearsal free! SH Reserved, PM, Slater Party Narthex Reserved, PM, White’s Renewal of Vows November 5 is ALL SAINTS SUNDAY. If you have a Sunday, November 5...ALL SAINTS SUNDAY, loved one who has passed away since November 6, 2016 and Thankful for Your Stewardship in the World Sunday would like to have them remembered on Nov. 5, please con- Micah 3:5-12, Psalm 43, 1Thessalonians 2:9-13, tact Pastor Woods or the church office with full name/date Matthew 23:1-12 of birth and date of death by Tuesday-October 31st. 8:30 AM Traditional Worship 9:40 AM Children’s Choir Rehearsal, Room 5 Can you believe it...time to start thinking about ordering 10:00 AM Sunday School for All Ages those beautiful poinsettias! Colors will be red, white, pink 11:00 AM Contemporary Worship and cost will be $8.50/plant. Roberta Downs and Donna Sharp will take orders on Nov. 5, 12 and 19. they will also be accept- Attendance: ing donations for the music fund. Plants will be at the church October 1 70 Traditional 67 Contemporary on Christmas Eve. October 8 62 Traditional 58 Contemporary October 15 70 Traditional 34 Contemporary 2017 Flower and Bulletin Sponsor Lists are on the bulletin October 22 74 Traditional 45 Contemporary board in the 1st floor hallway. Please sign up today. There are October 29 only a few 2017 dates still available! The 2018 papers will be up on the board by next Sunday. Weis and Giant Gift Cards: If you make purchases at Weis and/or Giant, pick up gift cards here on Sunday mornings and NOVEMBER 19-ONE SERVICE AT 10:00 AM help support this significant Calvary fund raiser! They are Followed by Congregational Meeting and Brunch available in the small room off the Sanctuary prior to both Please bring a pot luck dish to share...beverages worship services and during coffee fellowship time. Questions and place settings will be provided. may be directed to Sharon Spangler. Simply Giving Program: Enjoy the convenience of electronic giving. which allows you to make donations on a scheduled, 3 The SPECIAL OFFERING for OCTOBER will benefit NEW HOPE MINISTRIES-DOVER New Hope News… toilet paper, paper towels, shampoo, body soap, toothpaste, deodor- October 70+ Birthdays ant, dish detergent, cleaning supplies, size 4&5 diapers, baby wipes….complete list on bulle- 7 Maxine Klunk tin board! Just put items in the shopping cart in our hall way! We thank Bob White for 19 Jason Gross being our New Hope Representative and for taking the basket items to the food 25 Irvin Baumgardner bank! 29 Robert Fickes 31 Wayne Crone October 29 Worship Volunteer: November 5 October Anniversaries Karen Dehn Bulletin Folder Irv & Carolyn 1 Ralph & Tina Blackburn Baumgardner 1 Jinian & Jake Iavarone 5 Derrick and Alyssa Girouard The Dusich Family Coffee Fellowship Lindsey & Mary Markle 8 Kerry & Wendy Zinn Gerald & Gloria Markle 14 Joseph & Barrett Skandera Wayne & Penny Communion Marlene Zech 23 Leroy & Althea Crone 24 Alan & Cheryl Reigart Gentzler Elements 27 Adam & Megan Myers Wayne & Penny Gift Card Table Shirley Gross Gentzler Jane English 8:30 11:00 Worship 8:30 11:00 October 29 October 29 Volunteer: November 5 November 5 Eden Dusich Nash Menard Acolyte LeeAnn Marsden Nena Menard Penny & Wayne Trena Hall Altar Guild Wes & Ann Zina Compton Gentzler Bridge Shirley & Carl Christine Harlacher Greeters Lindsey Markle Ludwig Kardos Gross Need One Eden Dusich Need One Jamie Brandstadter Caitlyn Laird Lay Reader Donna Keefer Lauren Hoffheins Alan Reigart Deb Harlacher Offering Tellers Jenni Melhorn Dave Quickel Cheryl Reigart Janet Oaster Sharon Spangler Janet Quickel Lauren Hoffheins Janice Oaster Alan Reigart Jason Gross Ushers Wilma White Jackie Busser Cheryl Reigart Samantha Schrum Sharon Spangler Jason Gross Janine Paff Deb Harlacher Jenni Melhorn Janice Oaster LeeAnn Marsden Chris Harlacher Michael Melhorn Dodie Menard Zina Compton Dodie Menard Worship Assistant Jason Gross Diane Brosius Altar Flower Sponsors October 29—In Memory of My Parents, by Jason Gross November 5—In Honor of Marissa Schrum’s Birthday by Deb Harlacher Bulletin Sponsors October 29—in Honor of Our Great-Granddaughter’s Birthday by Jane & Blair English 4 Sandy Bear Michael Martin Janet Becker Dave Meiler Joyce Bender Donald Miller Sarah Black Dulcie Mishkin Allen Border Nancy Moser requests for Glen Brosius Valerie Mundis our Friends..
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