Will and Cara Meyers, progeny of Dave and Alice sure succeeded in gaining the spotlight in this months’ Better Homes and Gardens!

We received an email from Bishop Shalita that he is feeling much stronger and thanks Calvary Church for their prayers.

Faustine Stasi was baptized on August 7^th at the 10:30 am Eucharist.

Bingo Night, August 19^th: A good start in what is believed to be the first ever Bingo night at Calvary Church.  We anticipate doing this again.  Fun was had by all.  The “big winners” for the evening  -- Joshua Reinke, Richard Enriquez, Faustine Stasi, Cathy Watson and Father Joel. No explanation was given as to why Josh and Richard who planned the event were also the biggest winners.  Hmmm???

Many have commented about the new candles in the church.  The candles are a memorial gift from Les Haber in memory of Candice Phillips.  In addition, there will be a tray of votive candles above the oblation table in Candice’s memory where prayers may be commemorated with the lighting of a candle. The new holders for the pavement candles in the chancel were also made by Les.  They provides a place for acolytes to set their torches during the liturgy (instead of having to go to the sacristy when they are needed).  They also enable us to observe the historic tradition in the church of lighting the pavement candles during the ministry of the word and then lighting the Eucharistic candles during Holy Communion.

COPA will launch a Stand Up and Take charge Campaign  (SUTC) on Sunday, September 18^th with the following components:

1. One Regional Agenda
2. A core leadership Team of 60-100
3. A Broad Leadership Team of 600-1000
4. A Consituency of 30,000 Voters
5. Proof of Voting on Election Day
6. Public Officials and power Broker commitment

Stand up and Take charge is a regional initiative of solidarity by COPA in preparation for the 2012 elections. COPA asks for Calvary’s support to promote social justice in the upcoming elections.

Returning Students at Calvary Episcopal Church:

Emma Brokaw -- Santa Cruz High School

Kelley Brokaw – University of Oregon Eva Canter

Eva Canter –  Westlake Elementary

Helen Canter – Westlake Elementary

Orville Canter – UCSC

Dominic Churchill – Aptos High School

Richard Enriquez –  UCSC

Julian Garcia - Scotts Valley High School

Jillian Gere – Bayview Elementary

Bobby Gere – Bayview Elementary

Molly Hansen – York School

Niels Hauksson – UCSC

Josef Miller – Cal Poly, Pomona

Rebecca Miller – Cal Poly, San Luis Obispo

Tobias Miller – Aptos High School

Griffen Morse – Westlake Elementary

Johanna Nickel – Arts Academy in San Francisco

Joshua Reinke – UCSC

Luke Smith -- Rio Del Mar Elementary

Savannah Smith – Aptos Jr. High School

Natalie Wyman – Soquel High School               

Dale Gray’s ashes we scattered at sea and prayers for his son Larry Gray were offered as both Dale and Larry were committed into God’s care aboard the Velocity on June 11^th.  The family held a lovely reception at Vi and Dale’s home following the Committal.

A bench, crafted by Jeff Chance, (Mr. Liann Chance) was dedicated at the pre-School.

Participation is welcome and encouraged in all parish ministries and committees. The following schedule is an invitation to congregational involvement and input in our parish life.  All are welcome to any or all committee meetings.  Please call the office if you have any questions regarding any ministry or parish committees at Calvary Church.

Buildings & Grounds: 1^st Saturday, 9:00 am

COG: 1^st Tuesday, 5:00 pm

Finance: 2^nd Tuesday, 3:00 pm

Fund-Raising: 1^st Tuesday, 10:00 am

Outreach: 2^nd Sunday, 12:00 after church

Parish Life: 2^nd Tuesday, 4:00 pm

Worship: 3^rd Friday, 3:00 pm

Stats from the Pews

Includes Saturday evening and Sunday services of Holy Eucharists and Offices of Prayer

Average Sunday Attendance and Revenues Comparison for July 2010 and 2011.

Average Sunday Attendance, July 2011 – 85

Average Sunday Attendance, July 2010 – 69

Revenues, July 2011 – $  22,417.00

Revenues July 2010 – $ 21,326.13

Budgeted Revenues July 2011 -  $ 21,422.00

Budgeted Revenues, July 2010 – $ 20,422.00

Expenses, July 2011 – $ 24,104.00

Expenses, July 2010 – $ 24,360.00

Budgeted Expenses, July 2011 – $ 24,267.00

Budgeted Expenses, July 2010 – $ 24,004.00

Year to Date Revenues 2011 – $ 156,421.00

Year to Date Revenues 2010 – $ 163,793.00

Year to Date Expenses 2011 – $ 172,388.00

Year to Date Expenses 2010 – $ 171,778.00

**Actual Year-to-Date Income/Expense Balance 2011 – $ - (15,966.00)

Actual Year-to-Date Income/Expense Balance 2010 –

$ - (7,985.00)

**Projected Year-to-Date Income/Expense Balance 2011 – $ - (13,630.00)

Projected Year-to-Date Income/Expense Balance 2010 – $ - (6,411.00)

*Attendance and revenue numbers are given for the month preceding the previous month in the Crossroads because balance sheets for the previous month are not available until after the Crossroads is published.

**We have included a comparison of actual and projected income/expense balances which are based upon data collected over the past several years

ECW Diocesan Luncheon: Sally Green was honored as Woman of the Year from Calvary Episcopal Church, and all enjoyed a luncheon menu prepared by the ECW ladies.  Proceeds went toward supporting the UTO Thanksgiving offerings.   This year some of the money raised went to purchase a four-wheel vehicle for the Diocese of Western Tanganika, our sister diocese to the Diocese of El Camino Real.

The Jesus Seminar March 4-5 was attended by over 125 people.  Those in attendance joined the in the scholarly quest for the historical Jesus at First Congregational Church on High Street. Twelve from Calvary Church were in attendance at the two day seminar.  Both Dr. Thomas Sheehan form Stanford University and Dr. Brandon Scott from Phillip’s University in Tulsa presented evidence of an historical Jesus with a passion for social justice.

Shrove Tuesday:  March 8^th was Mardi Gras or Fat Tuesday, for those who want the literal translation of the French.  At Calvary Church we enjoyed buttery pancakes and sausage, and were entertained by several Calvary musicians before we began our Lenten observance on Ash Wednesday, the next day.  Thanks to Tom and Cathy Watson’s generous donation of food and talent.  We raised $330 from the proceeds of the Shrove Tuesday dinner. 66 dinners were served.

Ash Wednesday we commenced the observance of Lent with the imposition of ashes and Holy Communion.  Interestingly of the 66 who ate pancakes the night before only 58 came for the imposition of ashes.  Who are those Mardi Gras celebrants that aren’t observing Lent?

First Sunday of Lent, March 13, Bishop Ernest Shalita from Uganda preached at both services of Holy Eucharist.  Bishop Shalita is the retired bishop of Mahubura, Uganda and was the dean of the Cathedral in Kampala during the reign of Idi Amin.  He shared about the persecution of the church in Uganda during his ministry and particularly of the assassination of Archbishop Luwum by Idi Amin.  His autobiography is available in the church office for $15.

The Te Deum Concert was well attended on March 27.  The choir preformed an   arrangement of the Te Deum by Edward Elgar and by Henry Purcell.  Joel P. Rogers preformed a selection by William Matthias on the organ.  A reception followed.

Ski Trip March 18-20. Lots of driving -- over 20 hours. Lots of Junior High humor – a van load of eight Jr. High boys.  Molly Hanson was spared the boys comradeship and humor, as she along with her parents traveled in another car. Christina and  Rebecca Miller also journeyed in another car along with Robert Heinvetter. Unfortunately there was no skiing or snow boarding this weekend.  Highway 80 was closed from an accident on Friday night and blocked by bad weather on Saturday morning. We made a valiant effort to drive to Homewood, but were forced to turn back.  However, we did have Evening Prayer on the top of Highway 17 before coming back to church on Saturday night.

Shadowbrook Restaurant fundraising endeavor was supported by 31 Lenten diners.  Yes, we are allowed to eat during the Lenten fast. Our Shadowbrook dining did not violate the canons for Lent.  We are anticipating more than $500 in revenues from the event.

Mark, Erin and Samantha Duncan were displaced by the huge rock and mudslide near their house. Unable to drive on the road leading to their home, they have taken refuge at Mark’s sister’s home in Santa Barbara until repairs are made to the road.

Luis Moro, Caryn Machado’s husband and Julian’s stepdad was recognized for his gourmet chocolate in the Santa Cruz Sentinel.

The Reverend Donald Schell, March 20 preached and celebrated at both services of Holy Eucharist.  Father Schell is one of the founding rectors at St. Gregory’s Episcopal Church in San Francisco.  Father Schell engaged the Adult Forum in a lively and profitable discussion of church growth in a changing world.

Stats from the Pews

Includes Saturday evening and Sunday services of Holy Eucharists and Offices of Prayer

*Average Sunday Attendance and Revenues for February 2010 and 2011

Average Sunday Attendance, February 2011 –  92

Average Sunday Attendance, February 2010 –  97

Revenues, February 2011   – $ 22,148.00

Revenues, February 2010 – $ 19,214.00

Expenses, February 2011 – $ 24,935.00

Expenses, February 2010 – $ 24,148.00

Budgeted Revenues February 2011 -  $ 23,771.00

Budgeted Revenues, February 2010 – $ 24,151.00

Budgeted Expenses, February 2011 – $ 25,111.00

Budgeted Expenses, February 2010 – $ 24,191.00

Year to Date Revenues 2011 – $ 42,247.00

Year to Date Revenues 2010 – $ 43,840.00

Year to Date Expenses 2011 – $ 48,745.00

Year to Date Expenses 2010 – $  49,279.00

**Actual Year-to-Date Income/Expense Balance 2011 – $  - (6,4.98.00)

Actual Year-to-Date Income/Expense Balance 2010 –

$  -  (5,439.00)

**Projected Year-to-Date Income/Expense Balance 2011 – $  - (6,228.00)

Projected Year-to-Date Income/Expense Balance 2010 – $  -  (7,451.00)

*Attendance and revenue numbers are given for the month preceding the previous month in the Crossroads because balance sheets for the previous month are not available until after the Crossroads is published.