Friends in Christ,
I'm feeling small today… in a good way. Last weekend I was at a bi-lingual ordination service, and English speakers were in the minority. For Pentecost worship I recently reviewed a video of the Lord's Prayer recorded in multiple languages.
I've been reminded that my Christian family is much, much bigger than I often imagine. The perspectives, cultures, languages, histories, experiences, and resources of God's people are so much bigger than my life; my family; my context. I'm a small part of a very big family in Christ. You are too! This is a good thing.
It's good to remember that we are a small part of something very, very big. It's also good to know that God loves the small, individual people who make up this family.
There is one body and one Spirit—just as you were called to the one hope that belongs to your call— 5 one Lord, one faith, one baptism, 6 one God and Father of all, who is over all and through all and in all. 7 But grace was given to each one of us according to the measure of Christ's gift. (Ephesians 4:4-7)
Go ahead and feel small today… and know that God brings us small people into his big plans!
Here for you,
Matt Behrens, Pastor | |  Strong is a group of men who want to keep each other strong in faith by reading God's word together over a mug of coffee. Join Dave Mueller and Pastor Matt Thursday mornings at 8:30am in the Parish Hall. (Bring your Bible) | | What's Your Next Step?
Pastor Matt wants to help you find your next step in following Jesus and connecting at Calvary. If you're interested, come to Calvary 101 in the courtyard after worship on June 6. We'll have some good snacks. You'll meet some (possibly new) friends at Calvary. You'll get some help finding the right next step for you as we follow Jesus together. Contact Pastor Matt
mbehrens@calvaryslz.org if you have questions. Hope to see you there! | | | The Marriage Course
After Pastor Matt and Sherrah went through this course, they wanted to bring it to more people at Calvary and in the Bay Area. Now it's available for you and your friends. Sign up for yourself, or share this invitation with a friend. The Marriage Course is private, self-paced, and available online now. Click below for more information. | | | Women's Bible Study
Join us on Wednesdays at 3pm on Zoom to study the Sermon on the Mount. No study book necessary, just bring your Bible! | | | The Truth Project
The Truth Project study group meets in-person following Sunday worship. Videos and discussion will take place in the sanctuary immediately following worship. If you have questions, feel free to contact Dave Schultz by email or phone (510-507-5634) | | | Worship This Sunday
We gather in the sactuarry at 9:00am this Sunday. The printable worship below is provided for those who might worship at home, or those who would like a print copy as they follow the service. | | This Week at Calvary, May 24 - 30
Monday - 24th 7:00pm Board of Governance (Zoom)
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