Christian history and theology reveals a vast diversity of ways that we can come to know God, to worship and to serve him. There are many different denominations and streams within the body of Christ, all of them reflecting various aspects of God’s glory and different approaches to a true relationship with God through Jesus Christ. Each approach has its own set of strengths and weaknesses. Growing to affirm our unity and celebrate our diversity is a part of our maturing process as unique ... Read More
What breaks my heart?
In a recent article, the author challenged twenty somethings to ask themselves some questions to help them get in touch with where God wants to partner with them. One question grabbed my attention. What breaks my heart? “What injustice makes you angrier than a parrot being poked with a stick? And what’s something you can do about it right now? Knowing what breaks your heart can clarify what makes you feel whole” (Paul Angone, www.RelevantMagazine.com, August 13, 2013). Calvary, we have signed ... Read More
Journey Guide Commission
Four challenges to leaders: 1) Live ahead of your contemporaries 2) Live above your circumstances 3) Live deeper than your calamities 4) Live beyond your capabilities ... Read More
At What Cost? BY CAROLYN WHALEY VOSBURG
What if . . . when you arose Sunday morning to go to your church, you went even though you knew it might be your last time? What if . . . you realized there was a good chance a suicide bomber would strike the church as you gathered with friends and family to worship God as revealed through Jesus, His Son? What if . . . you went anyway because you were willing to pay the price to testify by your presence there that Jesus Christ is Lord, and a real and living presence in your life? These ... Read More
Faithwalking Testimony
Faithwalking helped me understand why I do some things I do not want to do and not do some things that I want to do. And most importantly Faithwalking provided the tools, the opportunity, and a supportive, loving environment to overcome many of those things. My wife and I have had many breakthroughs in our relationship that I believe would not have happened without this class. This next sentence is part of the Faithwalking purpose statement and it is very descriptive of what Faithwalking is ... Read More
The Joys of Mentoring by Jane Winnie
I have had the awesome honor and privilege to be a mentor at Hairgrove Elementary School for three years. I started with a first grader and have continued spending 45 minutes with her each week during the school year. She is an excellent student, but very, very shy and quiet! The first year she barely talked to me and when she did say something, it was so quiet that I still could not carry on a meaningful conversation with her. She loves to play games and I was always learning to be creative in ... Read More
Marcella Rundio: Volunteer of the Year for 2014 at Mayde Creek HS By Cheryl Moses
As we prepare to honor those who serve throughout the year in different capacities with Hairgrove Elementary, we thought we'd highlight a special Calvary member who has faithfully served at another school in our area. Hairgrove is not the only place where you'll find our church members giving of their time and efforts on behalf of teachers, students, and school staff. We have many Calvary members who serve throughout our neighborhood school districts and who are making a difference in their ... Read More
A Mentoring Story By Jeff Chapman
I greatly enjoy getting out into the community and connecting and serving whenever I can. Mentoring at Hairgrove Elementary allows me to do both. This is my third year mentoring students. I always look forward to stepping onto the campus and seeing my nametag printing as I reach the front desk. It makes me feel like an honored guest. As I wait for my mentee in the cafeteria (the term “mentee” sounds so esoteric- I prefer to call him “My Little Buddy”), I love to look at the array of whimsical ... Read More
Memories from Myanmar
Editor’s note: Lynda Gilpin is writing to share a report from our trip to Myanmar from February – March 2014. We had a team of six people who made the trip: Jeff Chapman, Lynda Gilpin, Jeff McGee, Carol Monahan, Karen Tarpley, and Jane Winne. Thanks for your prayers and support for our trip and for our friends in Myanmar. Several have asked about our Mission to Myanmar. This may seem long, so I am putting it in sections to make it easier to read. There were many awesome experiences from ... Read More
Fourteen Ways God Speaks to Us
FreshWater is the pastors mentoring fellowship God has given us to oversee here at Calvary. I meet once a month with pastors that come from Beaumont, Centerville, Austin and from around the Houston area. At our last session, I taught 14 ways that God communicates with human beings. It was suggested that I place this on my blog for others to be equipped in hearing the life-giving voice of God. These are ways that the Bible teaches us that God speaks to us. I pray they will help you become more ... Read More