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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.

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Children's Ministries

Kidzone Camp Monumental this Summer!

Kidzone

Our KidZone Schedule:

May 22 & 29 David: The lesson in the story of David is that God is so great, powerful, marvelous, and loving that He works through even the smallest of children. God blesses us to do important work in His Kingdom no matter our weaknesses or faults.

June 5 Solomon: After Solomon built an amazing temple to God, Solomon, for his people of Israel, prayed, and thanked God. He also prayed that the people of Israel would follow God’s Word and purposes.

June 12 Sundae Sunday: We end our KidZone year with an Ice Cream Sundae and celebrate all that we have learned about Jesus and the Bible.

COVID PRECAUTIONS: Calvary Lutheran is committed to providing a safe and supportive learning environment for children that supports their spiritual, social, and emotional development. The KidZone in-person version during COVID will follow community mandates and also include:

Utilize in-person volunteers who are vaccinated.
Limit each crew to a maximum of 5 kids each Sunday.
Complete temperature screening of all participants at drop-off.
Clean and disinfect each station prior to kids' arrival each Sunday.

Register your kids for Children's Ministries here at Calvary Lutheran!

For online registration click here!
To download a paper registration form click here.
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Camp Monumental this Summer!

Register for Camp Monumental this summer where kids 3 years old through those entering the 6th grade will celebrate God’s greatness! Camp Monumental will take place from 9 AM to 1 PM and be filled with awesome Bible-learning experiences kids see, hear, and touch! Sciency-Fun, friend-building games, unforgettable Bible songs, and tasty treats are just a few of the standout activities that help faith flow into real life.

Join the fun June 27- July 1, and July 18-22. Registration is $75 per child or $150 per family. Register today!

For more information contact our Director of Children, Youth, and Family Ministries, Jeff Moeller.

Phone 858-755-2855 ext. 237

jeffmoeller@calvarylutheranchurch.org

Faith Formation for Youth

Boomers! REBOUND Confirmation God's Work Our Hands Leadership & Service!

Boomers!

Kick off the summer at Boomer's Family Fun Center in Vista! Students in grades 6-12 can enjoy go-kart racing, miniature golf, an arcade, bumper boats, batting cages, and Laser Tag! Join us Sunday June 5 from 1 to 3 PM. $20 gets you unlimited go-karts and mini golf and 1 Laser Tag match. Bring your friends but sign up by Sunday, May 29!

REBOUND

A WEEK OF "GATHERING-LIKE" FUN, FELLOWSHIP, SERVICE & DISNEYLAND HOSTED BY LRCC.

Luther Glen Farm - July 24-29

The all-inclusive price includes the Rebound program, event shirt, Disneyland ticket, lodging, and all but 3 meals.

Rebound is for high school youth and is intended as a National Youth Gathering alternative. The program features all-group gatherings, guest speakers, service with local organizations, food trucks, camp-style fun, nightlife, workshops, excursions, and Disneyland! We are partnering with our friends from California Lutheran University & Lutheran Social Services to help bring you this "gathering-like" event.

Rebound Program Details: (A complete schedule will be given out in the weeks leading up to the event.)

Sunday, July 24 - Welcome Day

Registration opens at 3 pm and is followed by dinner and our first mass gathering, Rebound Rally #1.

Monday, July 25 - Camp Day

A day of on-site fun featuring large group games, community building, low ropes, workshops, a massive slip & slide, bouldering wall, and plenty of time with our farm animal friends! The day will conclude with Rebound Rally #2.

Tuesday, July 26 - Service day with Lutheran Social Services and local food banks

Explore food justice in our local community and make a positive impact serving those in need. After lunch on the road, we will head to the Palm Springs Aerial Tramway to take in the views and hike around. The day will conclude with Rebound Rally #3.

Wednesday, July 27 - Disney Day! -

After breakfast, we hit the road for the Rebound takeover of the "Happiest Place on Earth!" (Groups are responsible for lunch and dinner at the park.)

Thursday, July 28- Sleep in and Block Party -

Start the morning with a late breakfast followed by workshops led by our staff and special guests. The afternoon is free time for you to head out on your own excursion or stay put and enjoy more camp activities. Oak Tree Mountain, a short walk from camp features shops, ax-thowing, and ice cream. The day is highlighted by a block party featuring a DJ, food trucks, and carnival games. The day will conclude with Rebound Rally #4.

Friday, July 29 - Time to say goodbye.

After breakfast, we conclude with a closing worship. The program will end with lunch at 12 pm.

The site, Luther Glen Farm, sits on 40 acres in Oak Glen, California and includes a lodge, spacious cabins, a retreat center, barn, farm animals, a garden, and lots of fresh produce. All participants will be given ample time to enjoy the farm, garden, dogs, sheep, goats, alpacas, chickens, pigs & all the surrounding beauty of the site.

Confirmation

God's Work Our Hands

God's Work Our Hands!

The Spring Edition is from Saturday, April 30 to Sunday, May 1. Sign-up this Sunday. We will work together to provide food and clothing to those in need in our community, care for our environment, promote literacy, and support refugees. Visit the Mission Outreach Table to get more information, make a donation, and/or sign up for a project.

Habitat Restoration

On Saturday, May 7 join the effort to restore natural habitat in the San Dieguito River Valley. Details are forthcoming!

Calvary Cares Food Drive

Our next distribution day for the Calvary Cares food drive program is planned for May 3 and we will be organizing food the weekend before as part of CLC's God's Work/Our Hands event. We need volunteers during the following dates/times:

Sat, 4/30, 11 am-1 pm (8 people) to sort food.

Sun, 5/1, 11 am-1 pm (6 people) to sort food.

Tues. 5/3, 12:30-2 pm (3 people) to set up for distribution to families.

Tues. 5/3, 2:00-4 pm (6 people) to distribute food to families

You can also sign up at church on Sunday or click this link or email Marybeth Norgren.

Leadership & Service!

Student Leaders Rock!

Young people are the church of today. They are gifted, talented, and called by God to put to use their gifts and talents to join Jesus in His mission to seek and save the lost. This is what is happening in Calvary Lutheran's faith community.

Students in grades 6-12 your gifts, talents, and presence are needed to lead our faith community into this new world. Click the links, sign up, and put yourself out there for the following opportunities to be your awesome self!

Student Leadership Team- This group of youth and adults meets on the first Sunday of each month from 11:15-12:15 in the Gathering Room on the lower level. Church membership is not required. Our mission is to develop and carry out a vision to mobilize young people for spiritual growth and to battle homelessness and its many maladies. Join us!
Children's Messages- We are looking for some young people to jump into the pool of volunteers who are recording Children's Messages. Young people in grades 6-12 are invited to record a completely scripted object lesson that will be shared with children at each worship service. You can even personalize the script. Sign up here for a Sunday!
Make a Joyful Noise!- Matt & Ellie Kuehnert has formed a singing group of youth that will lead in our worship on Sundays. A world tour is just around the corner! Sign up here. shared with children at each worship service.
Crew Leader- Lead a group of 5 children through various stations each Sunday at the Kidzone from 9-9:55 for 6 weeks. No teaching or preparation is involved! You just relate with, connect to, and help navigate a crew of 5 awesome kids! Calvary needs parents and students in grades 6-12 to share their gifts, talents, time and shine the light and love of Jesus into a young person's life. Sign up here!
TACO! Help feed the homeless and food-insecure on the 4th Monday of each month at First Lutheran in San Diego. We meet at 3 PM at Calvary's lower parking lot and return by 6 PM. Read more!

Our ministry to middle and high school students and their families includes resourcing parents, retreats, small group Bible studies, community service, and youth gatherings. Contact our Director of Children, Youth, and Family Ministries, Jeff Moeller for more information and the Zoom links!

Register for Student Ministries at Calvary Lutheran!

Click here for online registration.
To download a paper registration form click here.

Faith Formation of Adults

Bro's & Brews Resources for the Christian Home Sunday's Adult Forum Library

Bro's & Brews

Join us at Pizza Port, Solana Beach from 6:30-7:30, where men are encouraged and equipped for Christ-like servant leadership in their families, workplaces, church, and community. We connect on the 1^st and 3^rd Thursday of each month. For more information call or email Jeff Moeller. Sign up here!

Resources for the Christian Home

RightNow Media is a tool that can help you live out your faith in every area of your life—at home, at work, and in your community. In addition to a series on books of the Bible, RightNow Media has videos for everyone in your family on a variety of topics like marriage, parenting, personal finances, mental health, and more. There’s even a library just for kids with over 2,000 safe, entertaining videos. RightNow Media has a free app that’s available on all major streaming devices so you and your family can access content anywhere, anytime.

To receive FREE access to RightNow Media, click here!

WEB RESOURCES FOR PARENTS:

Helping Kids Make Wise Choices
Saying I Don't Know is Okay
Characteristics of Middle Schoolers
Thanksgiving Prayers
Raising Adults Not Kids
Making Life Easier
High School Survivor Guide
Kind and Compassionate Kids.
Affirmations for the worried parent.
Safe Kids - Online safety resource
Common Sense Media
Kahn Academy- Academic help website

For more information contact Director of Children, Youth & Family Ministries Jeff Moeller at 858-755-2855 ext. 237 or email at jeffmoeller@calvarylutheranchurch.org

Sunday's Adult Forum

This Sunday

We welcome Nicole Mione-Green, executive director of Casa di Amistad, one of our partner organizations during Launch Sunday. Since 1997, Casa de Amistad, a non-profit organization, has served children and families in coastal North County San Diego through education and mentoring programs. Its academic mentoring program has grown from serving 3 children on its first night to serving over 260 children and their families annually.

Please join us in person in the Fellowship Hall

at 11:15 a.m. or by Zoom at:

https://us02web.zoom.us/j/472975188

Meeting ID: 472 975 188

Library

Our Church Library is open each weekday from 10 AM - 3 PM and on Sunday mornings from 10- noon. Perhaps you are doing some biblical research or are looking for a devotional book, our library can be of service to you. Click here to see the titles that are available to you through our library!

Calvary’s Library Welcomes You

Our library is open anytime when the building is open, and any book may be borrowed on a self-checkout basis. You can view all the titles in the collection on the Calvary website (find the link under “How We Connect” at calvarylutheranchurch.org; look in the “Adults” section)

The original building plan for our sanctuary, which opened in 2005 with a price tag of $5.8 million, included this library.

Ken Treshow, a longtime member and retired librarian for the University of California at San Diego, worked many hours organizing the initial library collection. He would not let his cerebral palsy define his life. He dedicated his life to library work to help others. He passed away in 2017, but his strong, giving spirit of service and dedication to our church lingers in this room.

Our library had been neglected for some time and was in dire need of updating. We tossed many outdated, worn-out books. To allow for easier browsing, I entered all 865 titles into a Google doc so that anyone may view the collection from home. This digital inventory will allow Jeff Moeller and others to manage the collection since adding or deleting a title is a fairly simple process.

Today, the thrust of our collection is the Christian life and the Bible. More than 60 titles from Mel Kieschnick’s personal library were added recently. The gift books to the children's section by Bill and Carole Hilderbrand are worth mentioning.

There is no book budget or personnel for the library, and its value depends on the donation of quality books. Together, we’ll need to continually prune and augment the collection to enhance its relevance for the community. It’s up to us to fill the shelves with good books.

Many thanks to Tasha Donahue, Jutta Schmidt, Glee Thompson, Mel and Jane Kieschnick, Quinn Weixel, and Jeff Moeller for their help in this renewal project.

Pat Matsumoto