That I may dwell in the house of the Lord...

Living in the personal presence of God at all times while engaging the world around us.

Friends in Christ, He is risen! He is risen indeed! Alleluia!   This morning, I was reading from psalms, and I stopped to think about these words from Psalm 27.   One thing have I asked of the Lord,     that will I seek after: that I may dwell in the house of the Lord     all the days of my life, to gaze upon the beauty of the Lord     and to inquire in his temple. (Psalm 27:4)   David wrote this prayer before the temple was built. The tabernacle was still the place of worship for God's people, but David wants to "inquire in his temple" (By the way, meditate is another way to translate the Hebrew word behind inquire).   I think David is pointing to a spiritual temple, not a physical location. He's not asking or planning to move his living quarters into the tabernacle. He wants to live his life in God's presence.   This prayer isn't about retreating from the world in order to be with God. This is about living in the personal presence of God at all times while engaging the world around us. It's a great prayer which we can take up for ourselves. I invite you to pray Psalm 27:4 with me this week as we follow Jesus together. Here for you, Matt Behrens, Pastor   Worship 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. Home Worship - printable Can You Help? Jan Curler and Margie Luehrs are looking for some help with altar guild responsibilities. If you can help on a rotating basis, please contact Margie (510-852-3059) or Jan (510-506-2581). This group takes care of the flowers, candles, and altar dressings for each worship time. Small Groups 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. BayAreaMarriageCourse.com Women's Bible Study This daytime group centers on connections with sisters in faith and connection to God's Word. New study topic and Zoom info will be provided next week.   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) Received this By Forward? Want to Sign Up? If you received this email from a friend and you want to be added to Calvary's email list, use the link below. Welcome, friend!   Sign-Up for Emails Copyright © 2021 Calvary Lutheran Church, All rights reserved. You are receiving this email because you opted in via our website. Our mailing address is: Calvary Lutheran Church 17200 Via Magdalena San Lorenzo, CA 94580-2928 Add us to your address book Want to change how you receive these emails? You can update your preferences or unsubscribe from this list.

We have much to be thankful for...

Consider the people, events, opportunities, sights, sounds, and insights you're thankful for.

Friends in Christ, He is risen! He is risen indeed! Alleluia! Easter greetings during this season of celebration (the season of Easter lasts for 50 days, by the way).   We have much to be thankful for. The resurrection stands on top of the list, but we can also mention blue skies, friends & family, relief from covid restrictions, and more. I encourage you to make your own list of thanks as an act of prayer. Consider the people, events, opportunities, sights, sounds, and insights you're thankful for.   Oh give thanks to the Lord, for he is good,     for his steadfast love endures forever! Let the redeemed of the Lord say so,     whom he has redeemed from trouble and gathered in from the lands,     from the east and from the west,     from the north and from the south. (Psalm 107:1-3)   Rejoice always, pray without ceasing, give thanks in all circumstances; for this is the will of God in Christ Jesus for you. (1 Thessalonians 5:16-18) Here for you, Matt Behrens, Pastor   Worship 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. Home Worship - printable News Howard Goldhammer wanted to share his contact information with our Calvary family. He has moved to Santa Cruz in order to be close to his daughter.   Howard Goldhammer    c/o Dominican Oaks 3400 Paul Sweet Road, unit B209 Santa Cruz, CA 95065 Ph. 831-316-7184  Can You Help? Jan Curler and Margie Luehrs are looking for some help with altar guild responsibilities. If you can help on a rotating basis, please contact Margie (510-852-3059) or Jan (510-506-2581). This group takes care of the flowers, candles, and altar dressings for each worship time. Small Groups 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. BayAreaMarriageCourse.com Women's Bible Study This daytime group centers on connections with sisters in faith and connection to God's Word. New study topic and Zoom info will be provided next week.   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) Received this By Forward? Want to Sign Up? If you received this email from a friend and you want to be added to Calvary's email list, use the link below. Welcome, friend!   Sign-Up for Emails Copyright © 2021 Calvary Lutheran Church, All rights reserved. You are receiving this email because you opted in via our website. Our mailing address is: Calvary Lutheran Church 17200 Via Magdalena San Lorenzo, CA 94580-2928 Add us to your address book Want to change how you receive these emails? You can update your preferences or unsubscribe from this list.