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Ash Wednesday and Lenten Services 02/21/12Signs of Salvation
Join us each Wednesday this Lent as we observe the “Signs of Salvation.” Throughout the Bible many signs and events show our Lord’s power and His love for us. These signs point us to Christ, our humble, selfless substitute. Join us as we observe these signs that point to the cross, the tomb, and Jesus’ victory – our victory – over sin, death, and the devil.
Ash Wednesday
February 22nd
10:30 a.m. (followed by a light lunch) and 6:30 p.m. (Ashes and Communion)
“The Sign of the Ashes” (Jeremiah 6:26)
February 29th
10:30 a.m. (followed by a light lunch) and 6:30 p.m.
“The Sign of the Rainbow” (Genesis 9:13)
March 7th
10:30 a.m. (followed by a light lunch) and 6:30 p.m.
“The Sign of a Baby” (Luke 2:12)
March 14th
10:30 a.m. (followed by a light lunch) and 6:30 p.m.
“The Sign of Healing” (John 4:46-54)
March 21st
10:30 a.m. (followed by a light lunch) and 6:30 p.m.
“The Sign of Celebration” (John 2:11)
March 28th
10:30 a.m. (followed by a light lunch) and 6:30 p.m.
“The Sign Spoken Against” (Luke 2:34)
Palm Sunday
April 1st
9:00 a.m. Traditional Service
10:15 a.m. Sunday School and Bible Class
11:00 a.m. Mosaic Praise
Maundy Thursday
April 5th
10:30 a.m. and 7:00 p.m. (Communion)
Good Friday
April 6th
10:00 a.m. Children’s Service
1:00 and 7:00 p.m.
Easter Vigil
April 7th
7:17 p.m. (Liturgical Center of the Church Year; Communion)
Easter Sunday
April 8th
9:00 a.m. Festival Service
11:00 a.m. Mosaic Praise
As a result of our communications audit late last year with Gretchen Jameson of PurePR, Mt. Calvary has convened a Social Media Ministry Committee. Today (Super Bowl Sunday), the Committee will be “going live.” What that means is that you will begin to see a great deal of Mt. Calvary related content on our Facebook Page, our Twitter feed, our web site, and the Facebook pages and Twitter accounts of the following Mt. Calvary members (“Friend” them on Facebook!): Teresa Coleman, Diane Krenzke, Kristi Kreklow, Erica Schroeder, Jenny Tomklaski, John Tomkalski, and Rachel Wachs. You may even see one of more of them using their phone in church (!) as they “live tweet” the sermon, or take a picture. Perhaps one of them will ask you to answer a question on video that can be posted online. If so, please respond affirmatively and “smile big” for the camera. Please join us on Facebook and Twitter as we extend all week long the community we share on Sunday mornings.
Mt. Calvary presents a six-week series entitled: Christianity, Cults, and World Religions. In this Bible-based introduction to other belief systems, we will emphasize the uniqueness of the Christian faith and how we might share the Gospel with others. Topics include Mormonism, Jehovah’s Witnesses, Christian Science, the Unification Church, Muslims, Baha’i, Hinduism, the New Age Movement, Astrology, and Satanism. Dr. Roland “Cap” Ehlke (a member of the Philosophy Department at Concordia University Wisconsin) will be leading the study. Books that he wrote on the topic will be available for purchase.
It’s been two years since our last sale, so it’s time for another one! The sale will be held March 30-31, and will benefit both church and school projects. Start saving your rummage now for the great fundraising effort. Call Sandy Felsing at 414-476-1664 for more information, or to volunteer with sorting, pricing, set up, and selling.
It was just about a year ago that Joey Tuozzo, son of Joe and Shelley, was born. The first indication that there might be something wrong was when his rapid breathing couldn’t be controlled. From there it was discovered that he had a blood sugar problem called “Hyperinsulinism” (the opposite of Diabetes). He also had potential heart problems, a spinal cord that was “tethered” requiring surgery, and, ultimately, a diagnosis of Costello Syndrome.
As a result, Joey has spent a major portion of his young life in the hospital (much of it in the Intensive Care Unit). You can well imagine what an expensive proposition this must be. Even with insurance, there is much that is not covered. It has become a significant financial burden on the family.
On Sunday, December 11th, at 10:15, Mt. Calvary will hold its annual Bake Auction. In the past, this incredibly fun event has benefited the youth of Mt. Calvary for travel to the triennial National Youth Gathering. This year, all proceeds will be given to the Tuozzo family to help defray medical expenses.
Please plan on bringing your favorite holiday cookies, cakes, pies, homemade salsa, or any other holiday treats to church this Sunday. This year’s auction will even feature freshly made egg rolls and fried rice. Pastor Eggebrecht will be baking Spritz cookies. His mother will be baking her famous pies. I’m sure you can also count on homemade salsa and other treats that we’ve become accustomed to.
Then join us at 10:15 as we auction off each item. The event is always filled with fun, laughter, and great fellowship. This year, the event takes on new purpose and meaning as we show our love and support for little brother in Christ.
More than anything else, please continue to keep Joe, Shelley, and Joey (as well as Bob and Carol Krenzke, who help out in a significant way with caregiving) in your prayers. Thank you in advance for all of your help and support. It’s always great to see God working through His people to provide His grace and mercy.
Over the past week, a newsletter called the Reporter has been distributed around Mt. Calvary’s immediate neighborhood. It was written and produced by Allen Neuwirth and distributed by Janet Abts and others.
The Reporter was written to keep our community connected with Mt. Calvary and informed of church events, neighborhood opportunities, and issues that we have in common with our neighbors. We, of course, want to be a good neighbor and want to use every opportunity possible to share the Good News of Jesus.
Click here to view a copy of the Reporter.
If you missed Sunday’s congregational meeting, or want to review what you saw and heard, here are links to some of the information.
Here is a link to Pastor Eggebrecht’s presentation on Communications at Mt. Calvary: Communications Audit
Here is a link to Edgar Russel’s presentation on Outreach to the Sherman Park community: Edgar Russell’s Presentation on Neighborhood Outreach
If you have any questions or comments, you are encouraged to contact Pastor Eggebrecht or Edgar Russell.
On Sunday at our congregational meeting, there will be a presentation of the 2012 Ministry Plan (Budget). So that you have the opportunity to review it prior to the meeting, here is a draft of it. Please come to the meeting with your questions and comments. We value them.