Weekly ScheduleDecember 28, 2014-January 3, 2015

Sunday Worship & Communion (WC) 8:00, 9:30 & 11:00 AM

Monday ‘Get it Together’ (216) 8:30 AM

Worship & Communion (WC) 6:30 PM

College Age Ministries (LSR) 7:00 PM

Tuesday

Wednesday Childcare Chapel (WC) 10:45 AM

Thursday New Year’s Day

Office Closed

Traditional Worship (WC) 10:00 AM

Friday ‘Perfektly Broken’ (216) 9:30 AM

Kid’s Night Out (UFH, LFH) 6:00 PM

Saturday Men’s Bible Study (MPR) 8:00 AM

Prayer Group (216) 8:30 AM

Iron Men (229) 9:30 AM

Sunday Morning StudiesThere will be NO Adult Bible Classes, Kidnect Sunday School or Youth Services this morning. Join us next weekfor the following Bible Studies:

Significance . . . This women’s class uses Bill Hybels’ study of “endangered qualities” that Christians must

reclaim to impact our fallen world. 9:30 - La Vista Site - Room 229 - led by Rachel Grimm

The Story . . . will resume picking up where it left off before Advent. 9:30 - La Vista Site - UFH - led by Blake

Cole

Discovery Class . . . This 8-week course on basic Christian teachings, especially for those interested in joining

Beautiful Savior. 9:30 a.m. - La Vista Site - Room 215 and 8:30 a.m. - Northwest Site. There will also be aweeknight class beginning, Wednesday, January 7, 6:30 p.m. - La Vista Site - Room 229

Office ClosedThe Church office will be closed on Thursday, January 1 for New Year’s Day.

Kid’s Night OutNeed to recover after all the Christmas festivities? How about a date night? Or do you just need a

night at home without the extra pitter patter of little feet? Let our high school and college youth

take care of your kids for an evening of dinner, playtime, and a movie in a Christian environment.

Suggested donation is $15 for the first child and $5 for each sibling. We will be providing care on

Friday, January 2. All proceeds go to assists the students with their summer mission trips.

New Bible StudyThe Monday evening Ladies Bible study will begin “Twelve Women of the Bible” on Monday, January

5, 7:00 p.m. at the La Vista Site in room 216. Unearth fresh insights for you life from women who lived

thousands of years ago. During each stand-alone session you will discover lessons from each of the

Biblical women that will help you persevere through circumstances you are facing today. Please

contact Lisa Draper (402-679-6652) or Penny Freyer (402-676-0860) if you have any questions.

Midweek5 & 6 Grade Bible Challenge, 7 Grade Confirmation, Student Dinner, 8 Grade Life Groups and HSMth th th th

Encounter will all resume on Wednesday, January 7.

Ladies Bible StudyJoin us for a new Women’s Bible Study on Thursday, January 8, 9:00 a.m. We will be studying “Sermon

on the Mount” by Jen Wilkin. This study will challenge us to think differently about what it means to be

a follower of Jesus, a citizen of the kingdom of heaven. This study is led by Nancy Weiss. Please

contact her for questions (402-593-9411)

Health MinistryThe next Blood Drive will be held on Saturday, January 10, 7:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m. at the La Vista Site in the LowerFellowship Hall.

210 ProjectThe 210 Project is a 12 session study based on Ephesians 2:10, that is designed to help

you answer two pressing questions to help you find your place in God’s story. Our

next session will begin on Saturday, January 10 and Sunday, January 11. Contact

Marv Vala (402-331-1624) or Brenda Acers (402-331-5117) for more information or to

register. Deadline to register is Saturday, December 20.

Grief Support GroupThis group is open to anyone, men or women, who are dealing with grief. The group will begin meeting every

other month on Tuesday, January 13 at 7:00 pm in the Lower Fellowship Hall.

Worship RetreatThis retreat for confirmation students will be held on Friday, January 16, 6:00-9:30 p.m. at the La Vista

site in the Student Center. There will also be an optional lock-in starting at 10:00 p.m. Everyone

should bring a 12 pack of pop and a snack to share. Contact Josh Keithley (josh@bslcomaha.org)

for more information.

Women’s ConnectionThe next Women’s Connection brunch will be held on Saturday, January 17, 9:30 a.m. at the La

Vista Site in the Lower Fellowship Hall. The speaker will be Peggy Lee from Prairie Village, KS and her

topic is “Surviving Life’s Detours.” We will also be featuring Origami Owl. Please join us for this fun

morning. Cost is $11.50. Please call Susan Parsons (402-731-1937) with reservations by Wednesday,

January 14.

Financial Peace UniversityThe next Financial Peace University class will be held Mondays, 6:00-8:00 p.m. beginning January

19. This class will be held at the Northwest Site (15656 Fort Street). Free childcare will be available

by contacting Janet Schmidt (402-850-0929 or janetschmidt@gmail.com) Please register at

http://www.daveramsey.com/fpu/locations/org/40478/class/267188 . There will be no spring class

at the La Vista Site.

Church Statistics December 21, 20148:00 am 195 Monday 6:30 pm 36

9:30 am 491 Northwest 147

11:00 am 342 Mod 17 23

life|story 109 Advent 335

TOTAL 1678

Env. Offering $38,608.12 Loose Offering $32,688.45

New HorizonsThere will be no January meeting for New Horizons. Their next meeting will be held Thursday, February 5.

Volunteers NeededWe are looking for some friendly faces to join our usher teams at the 11:00 a.m. service. If you are

interested in becoming a part of this great ministry, please contact Gayla Ezra (402-932-1159 or

nedolphinlover@cox.net)

Job OpeningMt. Calvary Lutheran Church is looking for a part-time church secretary to work mornings

Monday-Friday. Responsibilities include preparing worship folders and newsletters, handling

phone calls, correspondence and other office procedures. Applicants should be familiar with

Microsoft Office programs, have a knowledge of Shepherd’s Staff and be able to update the

church website. Please contact officemtcalvary@cox.net or call 402-551-0244 for more

information.

Week of December 28, 2014

For Blessing & Guidance • Frances & Sarah Keitz • Matt Hansen • mother & father of Susan Wilson • Bernie, Jody, Brian & Scott• Roger Haferbier, brother of Judy Hannon • Matt • Melissa • Amanda • Camrynn • Patrick Noonan •Sean Kocarnik, friend of Alice Hall • Francis, friend of Joyce Schmidt •

Mission, Ministry & Workers• Jake Malek, brother of Christi Leupold, in Kyrgzstan • Bissonnette family in Germany • Judy Newhouse, Jennifer Davilla, Nic& Danielle Cass & Debra Boelk in Hong Kong • Gloria Sauck in Kenya •

For Those Serving in the Military• Mark Baden • Victoria Rogers, granddaughter of Earl & Connie Rogers • Gary Davis • Timothy Swigert, son of JanetBenzing • Corey Harder, nephew of Jeanne Harder • Evey, friend of Meg McWilliams • Geno Velaso, nephew of Gary &Ann Wallace • David Batres, son-in-law of Scotte & Annie Hansen • Ben, friend of Jessica Bultez •Noah Cemper • MikeBoyde, friend of Meg McWilliams • Will Kousma, cousin of Jessica Evertson • Caleb Mueller, son of Longfellow & DebMarquez • Joseph Jorgensen, brother of Kristin Fittje • Nathan Herold, grandson of Howard & Dottie Toelle • Steven Parks,nephew of Nancy Coleman • Aaron Ziegelbein, son of Al & Carol Ziegelbein • John & Drew Witte, nephews of Dave & JanGlenn • Claire Houser • Aaron McGinty, son of Jill Merkert • Harrison Leeper, nephew of Roger Leeper • ChristopherFjelstad, son of Tim & Susie Fjelstad • Emerson Cole • Richard Luth Jr., son of Richard & Linda Luth C Brian McCleaves & DavidMcCleaves, grandsons of Harold & Karen Knapp C Matt Zilisch, son-in-law of Heidi Parsons C Stephen Finnell, grandson ofMary Hazelhurst C Cory Dellamano, Jeff Mogus & Kara Miller grandchildren of Toby Dellamano C Nick Mumm, son of JudyMumm C T.J. Zahm, nephew of Denny & Cindi Herd • Zac Albertson • Ben Henery • Dan Smith • Megan Smith •

Baptized into the Faith• Creeson Asher Drumheller, son of Michael & Sara (Newton) Drumheller; sponsors are Rosss & Shannon Newton and Nate &Karen Garrett • Emmit Michael Nielsen, son of Michael & Heather (Brockmann) Nielsen; sponsors are Tori Nielsen & BriannaLofgren •

Peace and Comfort to the families of• Janet & Phil Blum at the death of their son, Jacob •

For Healing & StrengthRecovering from surgery/treatment• Betty Hamik, aunt of Bill Anderson • Suzie Mollner, friend of the Jerry Shank family • mother of Becki Swanson • LaurenMogensen • Jan Rosenquist • Nicole Keil • Lynn Sheard • Linda Dammann • Upcoming Surgery • Reneé Huon • DianeReviea •Long-term or recurring health issues • Irene Kawa, sister of Jean Dellamano • Sue Milbourn • Felicia Harrison • Kim, sister of Pam Watkins • Jeff Mollak, brother ofPaul Mollak • Larry Wallace • Julian Rivera, grandson of Tom & Trinity Chappelear • Randy Kemp • Scott Williams, nephewof Mike & Pattie Callahan • Ann Marko • Larry & Betty Wallace • Randy Bennett, friend of Dan Tomasello • Tom Guernsey •Linda Moniger • Don Peters • Tom Haynes C Lynn Buttercase, father of Janelle Andresen • Steve Logelin, friend of Teri Bultez• Irwin Nelson, friend of John & Jane Jones • Macie Noell, friend of Denny & Cindi Herd • Kyle, friend of the Prazan family •Russ, Marge & Tonya Spawn • Bill Moore, friend of Leanna Fritz • Phyllis Stouder, mother of Paula Craig • Curt Krause, cousinof Elaine Tomsu • Harry, step-father of Ted Dlouhy • Larry Hanson, father of Martin Hanson • Patty Jahns, friend of ChristineSlezak • Cora Schmidt • Ryan Haskin, grandson of Jeannette Bonaventure • Kala Simon, granddaughter of LaMaeHamblen • Donna Tatro, friend of Leanna Fritz • Ennis Smith, father of Dave Smith • Cheryl Simon, Cindy Hamblen & JerryHamblen, children of LaMae & Kenny Hamblen • Bev Schroeder • Donna Gibson, sister of Kenny Hamblen • CeceliaBrunberg • Emma Gehring, friend of Nicole Burns • Jannell Baker • Keri Ramaekers • Lou Marko C Bonnie Bartels C GloriaDubas • Cancer Patients• Thomas, cousin of Katie Sievers • Matt Hansen • Aunt of Becki Swanson • Shirley Bauer, sister-in-law of Phil Bauer • MaryAnn Folkers, aunt of Nick Beard • Dan Barrows, brother of David Barrows • Kathy Owen, friend of Diane & Jim Cahill • MaryKuhlmann, aunt of Stacie & Joel Kuhlmann • Ian Keisacker, friend of Bruce & Kara Zirpel • Jane Davis, sister of Alice Smith •Virginia Kahl • Larry McWilliams • Gary Hall, friend of Wes & Kathy Lyons • Delbert Lafrentz uncle of Beth Johnson & DeniseJansen • Kathy Reynolds, mother of Diane Williams • Elaine Petersen • Deb Pruss, friend of Kim & Kevin Fitch • WayneDodge, brother of Lorraine Krause • Kelly, cousin of Andrew & Lori Barry • Wes Rowecliffe, uncle of Jason Dammen • BryanRyba • Ed Sempeck, friend of Doug & Pam Zbylut • Gaylen Anderson, uncle of Jodi Beckstrom • Kris McChesney • MatthewWill, nephew of Harold & Evadine Uhing • Jane Lichtenburg, friend of Kevin & Kim Fitch • Ruth Heikkinen, friend of DeniseKlein • Tony Liesveld, father of Penny Freyer • Dan Cook, father of J.D. Cook • RaeAnn Zorko, friend of Rita Oswald • MikeJacobson • Tracy Windsor, friend of Cindy Boex • Tim Jones, friend of Nick Beard • Kim Loontjer, sister-in-law of JessicaLoontjer • Gordon Childs, brother of Nancy Coleman • Linda Velasquez, friend of Malorie Hergert • Bea Houck, friend ofKendra Sorensen • Ken Jenkins • Kim Brunt, friend of Linda Wagman • Gene Lund, brother of Mary Hazelhurst • LoriHautzinger, friend of Jill Merkert • Janelle Andresen • Linda Parsons, sister-in-law of Pat & Susan Parsons • Neil Burr, friend ofWendy Denman • Jan Charf, niece of Rod Charf • Casey Charf, great-niece of Rod Charf • Tom McCain, uncle of CarrieCrossman • Tony Rokas, brother-in-law of Bev Schroeder • Gary Rhoades C Angie Bendinger •