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SCRIP Program

I am very excited to announce that our newly expanded Scrip Program is active. Over the last two months, the fund-raising committee has been working to get the word out about this new program. We have been shouting from high upon the mountain tops, and by your response, we know we've been heard. The very first shipment of Gift Cards, from your favorite department stores, restaurants, gas stations and other retailers, arrived August 17th. As you know, these cards are available to Calvary at a discount from the participating retail businesses, which allows us to sell them to you at face value and keep the proceeds for Calvary Church. As of the writing of this article, August 23rd, you have collectively purchased $1650.00 worth of gift cards. In addition, there are orders for more than $1500.00 in card purchases pending. Not bad for being in business for less than a week. I want to thank everyone who has inquired about the program and especially those who have decided to participate. I urge all parishioners to look into this program and support our effort on behalf of Calvary Church. You can find out more about the Scrip Program at coffee hour after the 10:30 service or by contacting me at This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it or 831-431-0649. Now onto new business:

 

September 11th, 2011 marks the 10th anniversary of the attack upon the United States of America. In recognition of this tragedy, Calvary Church has organized a gathering, to mourn the loss of those who have gone before us, and acknowledge the valiant effort of those who have fought to keep us safe since. On Sunday, Sept. 11th , two events have been planned to honor this date. Beginning at 5pm, we will gather to share a Spaghetti dinner complete with salad, bread and a choice of wine or non-alcoholic beverage. The dinner is supported by a donation of $10.00 for adults and $5.00 for children under 10. Following the dinner all are invited to attend a truly unique prayer and praise service at 7pm. We will process over to the Parish Church to experience the classic sounds of U2, Doobie Brothers, and Crosby Stills and Nash set to an engaging visual production. The music is being performed live by  the sensational Mike Hadley Band along with Jock and the Juggernauts. The evening is sure to be a must attend event for the whole family. Collection plate proceeds from this event will go to benefit the Calvary Outreach program supporting Santa Cruz homeless and families in need.

 

I would like to personally invite all parishioners to attend these events. On September 11th, 2001, I like all Americans, was deeply saddened by the days events. As much as I grieve for those who lost their lives on that day and for the families they left behind, I too grieve for the thousands of soldiers and families who have lost their lives in battle since to keep us safe. The sacrifices made by the hundreds of thousands of young men and women in the armed forces and their families is a testimony to the strength and character of this nation. America has long been a beacon of hope; a great nation of promise in the midst of a world of injustice. Our nation was built on the premise that we are all created equal; that all people should have the opportunity to pursue happiness and justice. I feel strongly that Calvary Church, by its unique geographic location within Santa Cruz serves this same purpose. That we as a people of faith find ourselves surrounded by need. I am grateful that we have the opportunity to serve the homeless and those families in need through our outreach programs. For every person we feed, every family we give groceries to, all may be witness to the word of God through our actions. I hope to see all of you on September 11th, to remember those who have died;  those who live and fight for our safety;  and for those who live among us that are in need.

 

Sincerely,

Richard Enriquez
Last Updated on Monday, 12 September 2011 14:57
 
Announcements - September 2011

September 4th will begin the expansion of our Calvary Scrip Program.  Richard Enriquez will be on hand to sell scrip “gift cards” in the Parish Hall following the services of Holy Eucharist at 8:00am and 10:30 am There is no costs to this program. It simply is a means of directing normal retail purchases of gas, groceries, and restaurant expenses through the Calvary  Scrip Program.  More than 100 retail establishments are represented in the program.  Calvary Church will benefit from approximately a 3-8% return on purchases made through the Scrip Program.

 

September 4th also begins sign-ups for a New Photo Church Directory.  Chris Perrin and Melinda Martin will be on hand in the Parish Hall to make appointments for Olin Mills Photography studios who will be at the church October 12 – 15.  All who participate in the program will receive a $25 gift certificate towards a family or  individual photo.   In addition the church receives $2 in credit for every family unit that sits for a photo session.

 

Book Table:  Al Reetz and Patrick Dexter will occasionally be manning a book table in the Parish Hall at Coffee Hour following the 8:00 and 10:30 am services of Holy Eucharist.  Immediately available will be the recently published book by Bishops Mary Gray-Reeves and Michael Perham, The Hospitality of God.  Many of the Diana Butler  Bass’ books will also be available.  In addition we have a limited number of Bishop Shalita’s autobiography for sale, From Goatskin to Woolen Suit


U2+2charist:  September 11th a fundraising dinner and Eucharist for the Calvary Food Pantry.  This Eucharist is a celebration of compassion and commemorates the 10th anniversary of the 9/11 attack.   An offering for the Calvary Food Pantry will be taken. 23% of the homeless population are veterans who should be recognized as collateral victims of the 9/11 tragedy.  There are many veterans from the two gulf wars who avail themselves of our services at the Calvary Food Pantry and Monday Night Coffeehouse.  At 5:00 pm there will be a Spaghetti  Dinner –cost $10 and $5 for children. The U2+2charist will begin at 7:00 pm.

 

Evening Guild: Thursday, September 15th at 6:00, and every 3rd Thursday of the month.

All are welcome for a potluck meal and fellowship.

 

Needlework Guild: We will resume meetings Monday September 19th.  Stitch and chat in the Fireside room from 1-3 every 1st and 3rd Monday. Bring you unfinished projects that have been sitting around – knitting, crochet, needlepoint embroidery, and quilting.

 

ECW:  Friday, September 23rd :  The business meeting will begin at 10am sharp. The ECW will elect officers and lay out a plan for the year.  The Centering Prayer presentation will begin at 10:30.

 

A Centering Prayer with The Rev. Deacon Kathleen Crowe. For our opening ECW program on Friday, September 23rd, we are honored to have the Reverend Deacon Kathleen Crowe present a program on Centering Prayer, a spiritual discipline to practice quieting the mind and the emotions so that God’s life and grace can work more easily in us and through us. Her teaching is based on the writings of Fr. Thomas Keating and Fr. Basil Pennington.  This program is open to everyone, male and female, church members and friends.  You are also invited to bring a sandwich and join us for lunch after the program. Please let Sally Green know if you plan to be present so we can provide enough salad and dessert for everyone.

 

Exploring our Destiny and Destination: Sunday, September 25th. The Reverend John Buenz is preaching at both 8:00 and 10:30 am services with a pot luck following.. We will be forming small groups to meet in October with the goal of examining the values at Calvary Church and endeavor to redefine our mission as a parish.  There are plans for three house meetings which will explore our individual experience of practice, tradition, and wisdom in the church, and how the church has formed us to be the people that we are today.  Plans are to record interviews with Bishop Mary Gray-Reeves, Father John Buenz and Father Donald Schell to get us started in our sharing.   
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