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Let's connect during the week.

Christian faith formation is a lifelong journey. That's why we are doing our best to make it easy for you to connect with God and others in authentic relationships throughout the week. No one person is an island and the faith journey is not meant to be done alone, so are working together to make it easier for you to join a faith community in this COVID season and beyond.

Children

Youth

Adults

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Children's Ministries

Sunday Morning REGISTER Your Kids! Children & Racism Doing School @ Home

Sunday Morning

Calvary's KIDZONE rocks every Sunday morning at 9:15-9:45. Kids will discover Jesus and the Bible with fun, hands-on activities, videos, and live interaction. Through live and pre-recorded stations, kids will experience cooking, science, art, drama, music, technology, and fun games as we learn about the Bible and our Savior Jesus. Come 10 minutes early just to chat!

Our schedule and downloadable resources are below!

September 20- CREATION: Kids will learn how God created everything good and that like Adam and Eve we are stewards, caretakers of this beautiful world. Even more. we are created in the very image of God! Kids will also consider the wildly artistic miracle of creation by creating their own creatures out of clay.

Quizlet Bible Point Challenge invites kids to memorize the 7 Bible points of our Kidzone lessons between now and December 20. Those who complete this challenge get a pizza party and can draw prizes from our Kidzone Treasure Box.

Download these resources for kids for use during the week!

Nature Hike Video

Creation Coloring

Creation Family Page

The Creation Story Bible Maze Activity

The Creation Story Sunday School Crossword Puzzle

Zoom link available through our weekly E-news and Children, Youth & Family Update

REGISTER YOUR KIDS!

Register your kids for Calvary's Children, Youth, and Family ministries for the 2020/2021 academic year. This includes Sunday School, youth groups, confirmation, service projects, fellowship experiences, retreats, Bible studies, and much more. Your registration allows us to serve you safely and optimally. Click the following link for an online version. Calvary's Children & Youth Ministry Registration

You can download a hard copy version and complete it and return it to the church office. Children & Youth Registration 2020-2021

Children & Racism

Talking about race with children defeats racism and prevents kids from drawing their own generalizations and conclusions. Below are a few helpful resources to guide parents in considering and starting these critical, life-shaping conversations with children.

Teaching Tolerance
Raising Race Conscious Children
Embrace Race
Teaching for Change
Talking to Kids About Race in Living Lutheran magazine
31 Children's Books to Support Conversations on Race, Racism and Resistanc e
Talking about Race and Racism with Children by Christine Hides, a Christian Educator in the United Methodist Church on her blog, “Weaving Faith into Everyday Life”

Doing School @ Home

Parents, we understand that in-person or remote schooling is a huge issue for you and your children. We are here to help! Check out these helpful multi-subject and grade websites. They are free! They offer video-based instruction and homework help specific to subject and grade.

KAHN ACADEMY- Video instruction on all subjects for all grades.

FACT MONSTER- Homework help for K-8, all subjects

PARENT TOOLKIT- All grades help with benchmarks in math and English.

How to structure the day

While it is not necessary (or realistic) during this COVID-19 crisis to create a strict, regimented schedule for your household, having a routine for each day reduces stress for you and your kids. Routines have the added benefit of producing a sense of security and promotes productivity. Here are some tips for establishing a routine or schedule:

Wake up at the same time, change from pj's into “real clothes” (whatever that means for you), and eat breakfast at an established time.
Provide a variety of activities and play, including chores throughout the day.
Incorporate regular breaks into the schedule, which should include opportunities for exercise and free play.
Eat dinner together as a family and use that time as an opportunity to discuss the day and problem-solve together.
Put your schedule in writing as a checklist, spreadsheet, or calendar.

Faith Formation for Youth

Middle School Confirmation HS Youth Reconnect HS ZOOM CAFE REGISTER Your Kids for Ministry

Middle School

GAME NIGHT is a Zoom experience at 7 PM every Monday night! Students in grades 6-8 connect, compete, and encourage each other in their faith journey. Each night we share a life-verse from scripture, play a game, or 2 and pray. We enjoy Escape Room Challenges, Jackbox Games, Kahoot Quizzes, and much more. To connect with us on Monday nights contact Jeff Moeller our Director of Children, Youth, and Family Ministry.

Our ministry to middle schooler's and their families includes resourcing parents, confirmation, retreats, small group Bible studies, community service, and youth gatherings. Contact our Director of Children, Youth, and Family Ministries, Jeff Moeller for more information.

ZOOM link is available in our Children, Youth and Family Ministry Weekly Update.

Confirmation

HS Youth Reconnect

Save Sunday, September 20 on your calendar!

Calvary’s HS students are reconnecting at church from 3 to 4 PM. We are connecting to build something and to be what God is calling us to be as a faith community.r youth group Our reopening guidelines require us to:

Taking temperatures
Wearing masks
Maintain social distancing.
Bring your own chair
Meet outside in the courtyard.

Help us reignite our youth group for the mission to which we are called. Young people are the church of today and the Lord has gifted them specifically and intentionally. Let's discover our gifts and calling and engage our mission.

HS ZOOM CAFE

THURSDAY NIGHT ZOOM CAFE at 6:45-7:30

Thursday nights jump to a new time, 6:45-7:30. Drop in this week, it's a Jackbox week. The Life Verse we will reflect on is Genesis 28:15-

Behold, I am with you and will keep you wherever you go, and I will bring you back to this land.

Drop in Thursday nights! Email Jeff for more info.

Zoom link available in the Children, Youth and Family Weekly Update.

REGISTER YOUR KIDS!

You can download a hard copy version and complete it and return it to the church office. Children & Youth Registration 2020-2021

Faith Formation of Adults

Sunday Morning Adult Forum Life Circles Anti-Racism COVID-19 Small Group Leader Resources

Sunday Morning Adult Forum

Sunday Morning Adult Forum is a discussion Forum by Zoom, on Sundays at 11:15 a.m.

High school youth & adults are invited to attend – Guests and visitors welcome!
A variety of subjects throughout the year, including bible studies and seasonal and topical studies
A link to the Zoom sessions and the topics go out each week in the Weekly Connection enews. Please email the church office for the meeting information.

This Sunday in Adult Forum: Spirituality and Racial Justice

Join us for the four-part series on “Spirituality and Racial Justice” facilitated by Pastor Larry Hand. Participants will learn about the spiritual dimensions and responsibilities inherent in social justice. Michael Curry, the Presiding Bishop of the Episcopal Church, provides a sobering yet hopeful outlook on both the sin and reconciliation of racial justice. The classes feature short video presentations by the Bishop and time for discussion. The first presentation is on the topic of “Conversation.” Click here to see the introductory video on YouTube.

Life Circles

LIFE Circles is our small group ministry. They meet in seasons (periods of 6-8 weeks) though some may meet continuously. LIFE Circles form around specific interests, topics, or affinities. The interests, topics, or affinities are typically identified and developed by the passions and interests of the leaders. LIFE Circles provide a context for people to contemplate faith, experience community, and implement the Great Commission of making disciples for Jesus Christ. Calvary Lutheran is developing affinity-based small groups of 3 -12 people to serve our community and to nurture faith. These groups are encouraged to connect weekly, or biweekly, and engage at different levels or intensities, the spiritual disciplines of worship, Bible study, prayer, fellowship, and service. Our LIFE Circles serve the mission of the church, mobilize people for ministry, and is a component of our faith transformation process.

For more information concerning LIFE Circles, contact our Director of Children, Youth, and Family Ministries Jeff Moeller at 858-755-2855 or email at Jeffmoeller@calvarylutheranchurch.org.

Fall Season: October 4- November 15

Winter Season: January 24- March 20

Spring Season: April 18- May 22

Summer Season: June 20 - July 31

Starting Point - 8 sessions/8 weeks.

Not sure about what you believe? Struggling with healthy doubts? Giving Church A Second Chance? Looking to jumpstart your faith and relationship with God? Starting Point is for you!
Small group experience where you can discuss the questions or concerns you have about faith. Your curiosities and your doubts are welcome into the conversation.
Interested in joining the next group? Email Pastor Hand at clcpastor@calvarylutheranchurch.org or call the church office, 858-755-2855.

Bible Explorers - Wednesdays by Zoom, 6:30 - 8:00 p.m (on summer hiatus)

Do you have a desire to dig deeper into what the Bible teaches? Here is your chance.
Centers on a new book of the bible each year.
Great discussion and insights as we unearth new treasures every week.
Time for sharing and caring and connecting with each other.
It’s never too late to join us!

Joyful Bible Belles - First and third Thursdays, 10 am (on hiatus). We focus on different books of the bible throughout the year.

Anti-Racism

Check out the recommended resources below to help understand the dynamics of this social justice issue. Transforming our society begins with informing ourselves.

These are not offered as a solution to the crisis in our country, but as a help to move forward to reconciliation.

Take this self-assessment from the Anti-Defamation League to help identify your own biases.

Talking about Race: Resources from the National Museum of African American History and Culture
ELCA Social Statement on Race, Ethnicity, and Culture
Teaching Tolerance
Raising Race Conscious Children
Embrace Race
Teaching for Change
Race Conversations-pdf
TED Talks Playlist on Racism
How You can be an Ally in the Fight for Racial Justice: A Summary of Remarks during a Facebook Live Conversation with DeRay McKesson at TED headquarters
Animated Short on Systemic Racism

COVID-19

San Diego County news and resources.

Information on the correct way to wash hands.

Information on talking to children about COVID-19.

Prepare for Worship by Creating a Sacred Space

“100 Things to do with Your Kids this Summer during the Pandemic” is from Milwaukee, Wisconsin, but many of the ideas are good for San Diego too.

“What to Know about the Coronavirus and Summertime Activities” in the Washington Post 6.20.20.

“Tracking Covid-19” is an up-to-date page at kpbs, giving the latest information on the pandemic in San Diego, state-wide, nationally, and internationally.

Celebrate Independence Day safely! Check out this Good Housekeeping website for ideas of how you can observe the Fourth of July during the pandemic, including best patriotic cupcakes, best movies to watch, and American trivia!

Small Group Leader Resources