Volume XVI, Issue 6

Spring 2012

Anniversary Weekend

Following a wonderful winter season filled with a variety of events in celebration of Calvarys 150th anniversary, we are now preparing for our culminating weekend, June 1-3. We hope everyone has received a save the date postcard from Calvary and are planning to join us for the events during Calvarys 150th Anniversary Weekend, June 1-3. A formal invitation and more details will follow. Join us Friday evening, June 1 at 7:30 p.m. in the Sanctuary for a festive concert. A special commissioned piece by the young composer Joshua Coyne will be the centerpiece of the program. Then be sure youve made your reservation and dusted off your party dress for dinner on Saturday evening, June 2 in Woodward Hall. Finally, dont miss Sunday morning worship and Calvary family reunion on June 3. More details to come! Dont miss a minute of Calvarys 150th birthday celebration weekend!

Continuing a Legacy of Service to DC

On MLK Day, January 9, as a part of Calvarys Anniversary, 30 Calvary members volunteered at Family Place in Adams Morgan. They helped organize classrooms, cleaned windows, completed garden maintenance and replaced flooring.

Saturday, May 5

To continue Calvarys legacy of service and giving, you are invited to participate in the D.C. Crop Walk in Anacostia. The Crop Walk will take place Saturday, May 5, and in conjunction with local churches, we will raise funds for both local and international hunger relief organizations and food banks. Participants are expected to raise funds or pay an entry fee. Please see Myra Houser myra.ann.houser@gmail.com for more information or to sign up.

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From Our Pastor

Rev. Dr. Amy Butler Senior Pastor Dear Calvary, Happy birthday to us. This Spring weve been highlighting 150 years of being a church here on the corner of 8th & H streets in Washington, D.C. 150 years is a lot of yearsit makes me think of when my children were in elementary school and were assigned to bring in 100 of something to celebrate the 100th day of school. Perhaps I should assign everyone to bring 150 friends to church on June 3? There will, indeed, be many friends from Calvarys past and present joining us over the gala weekend as we celebrate 150 years, but how can we fully appreciate the gift of all of these years, longer than any one human life, long enough to encompass many lives, even your life and mine? The foresight and faithfulness that planted a church on this corner has meant that in some way, some how, this community has been for us each a means of gracea glimpse of God. From important public figures wielding international power to people scraping the bottom of life, Calvary has been a place to welcome us all, a place where we could do the messy work of community as we try to live the way of Jesus. I am looking forward to seeing so many of you whose lives have been touched by this place, and whose investment of time and resources has insured that Calvary continues as a vital community dedicated to living out the Gospel. Please join us as we celebrate together 150 years of being the church! Looking forward to celebrating with you, Pastor Amy

Moving Forward in 2012

Ken Butler, Chairman Calvary Board of Trustees The new Calvary Baptist Church Board of Trustees held its organizational meeting on January 22, 2012, and elected the following officers: Ken Butler, Chairman Amanda Butler, Vice Chair Ellen Sulerzyski, Secretary Barbara Hoffer, Treasurer The Board expresses its deep appreciation for Phil Renfrow who Chaired the Trustees for the last two years and whose service has been invaluable for moving Calvary forward. We intend to keep the momentum going throughout 2012 as we celebrate our 150th Anniversary and deal with the many issues and challenges to our church facility and congregation that comes with being in existence for such a long time. Our major goals for 2012 include the following: 1. Conduct a major study to ascertain what we need to maintain and improve our beautiful sanctuary at Calvary and our other facilities and what would be the cost of those improvements; 2. Finalize a review of Calvarys finances from 2008 to 2011; 3. Work to improve our budgetary position in order to continue Calvarys service to its congregation and the community; 4. Find a partner to work with us on Camp Fraser and utilize that asset for what it was intendedserving our inner city youth and others while at the same time reducing the financial burden it has placed on Calvarys finances. Those are just a few of the challenges we face on the Board to keep moving ahead. With your help and support, 2012 will be a positive step forward.

Direct Debit Available

If you would like to set up a regular automatic payment, contact Paul Rosstead in the Church Office. Contributions can still be made online using your credit card by visiting the Calvary website, www.calvarydc.org, or if you pay your bills online, consider instructing your bank to make a regular payment to Calvary Baptist Church. 2

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Moderators Column
Soren Dayton, Calvary Moderator As many of you know, Calvarys Moderator writes a quarterly column and I wanted to use this opportunity to both introduce myself and tell you how I envision the next year at Calvary. Amanda and I have been members at Calvary since 2006. We joined when we were dating, and Calvary became a community for us in a variety of ways, including as a grounding home in D.C. as Amanda was in law school in Chicago, while I continued to work in politics in D.C. Since then, I have served as Chair of the Board of Missions, member of the Church Council, member of the Personnel Committee, Chair of the Pastor Search Committee that called Pastor Leah, and ordination committees. I grew up in and around churches. My (ordained Brethren in Christ and then Congregational) mother is a pastoral counselor while my (Wesleyan) father and (ordained United Methodist) step-father are seminary professors. And yes, I am named after Soren Kierkegaard the Danish theologian through whom my father found his way back to faith. Though my father taught at Northern Baptist Theological Seminary, I did not grow up Baptist and Calvary was the first Baptist church I attended. Amanda grew up Methodist and has the ambivalences about Baptists that come from being a Southerner, and I was baptized in a Congregational church; our unique story is one of many that connects us to this different kind of Baptist church. It is interesting that I find myself as Moderator of Calvary at such an important moment in our congregations past and future. First and foremost we have an opportunity to reflect on the truly remarkable history of our church and wonder about ourselves, Why are we committed to serving our community, be it our congregation, our city, our country, or our world? What is our role as a high-profile church in our nations capital? Our self-awareness in how we answer these questions will be critical as we come to terms with and answer a series of questions that our church has faced over the years. The two most immediate ones are following through on the discussion about leaving the Southern Baptist Convention and the ongoing discussion about how to fulfill the mission of Camp Fraser in a financially sustainable way. At the same time there are fiscal and church-governance issues that we must address. Five years ago, we had a discussion about investing in the future of our congregation by tapping our endowment at a higher level. This added investment has been used to grow and restructure our staff, grow our membership, and reorganize our programs. This will be the fifth year of our plan, and it is time to look forward and begin planning how our next phase of growth will look. During this process, we have discovered a series of problems with the way our churchs by-laws are structured. These are all long-term questions about our identity.

My role as moderator is to listen to our congregation and staff and to guide our discussions as we work through these and other issues this year.

-Soren Dayton,

My role as moderator is to listen to our congregation and staff and to guide our discussions as we work through these and other issues this year. In that capacity, I will preside over many of our business meetings and participate in many conversations about our church. In the end, however, my goal is to work with you to make our faith community flourish. If you have questions or concerns about what is happening at Calvary, please reach out to me by phone at 202-552-1860 or by email at soren.dayton@gmail.com. I look forward to working and worshiping with every one of you.

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Calvary Caller Natalie Rogers and Susan Sevier perform in a Calvary 150th Anniversary Concert, Rumors of Spring, February 11. Proceeds benefited Christ House, in Adams Morgan. Pastor Edgar joins D.C. Councilmember Jim Graham and others, February 2, to advocate for fair drivers license access. Annette Martinez, Liubov Russell, Rev. Edgar Palacios, and Carol Blythe visit with Congressman Danny Davis on immigration reform, December 9. Calvary Youth and Young Adults pass out hot chocolate to people watching the Chinese New Years Parade, January 29.

Letters and Snapshots

12.5.11 My heartfelt greetings to my friends at Calvary. Im happy to receive email messages about whats going on and Im hoping to join you at sometime during your 2012 celebrations of your 150th Anniversary. Blessings to you and Calvarys wonderful outreach to the community and beyond. Rena Mary Jirack 12.8.11 Dear Reverend Palacios: I am writing to express my sincere thanks for joining me and my colleagues and other spiritual leaders at todays press event on the moral issue of our nation. [] I would like to let you know I have nothing but the greatest respect for your lifes work. Today was only the beginning, and I look forward to working with you in the future. Congressman Charles B. Rangel 1.10.12 Dear Rev. Dr. Butler [and congregation]: Thank you for your December 2011 contribution of $100.00 to Calvary Womens Shelter. [] On behalf of everyone at Calvary, thank you for your concern and support. Kristine K. Thompson Executive Director

2012 Officiary
Moderator: Church Clerk: Council of Churches: Downtown Cluster: Soren Dayton Claudia Moore Sarah Livingston Laura Canfield Vice Moderator: Chuck Andreatta Nominating Committee: John Taylor DCBC Executive Board: Yolanda Appiah-Kubi Trustees: Amanda Butler, Ken Butler, Julie LaFave, Paul Lansing, Francisco Pereira, Jr., Phil Renfrow, Eugenia Reyes, Kim Sisk, Ellen Sulerzyski, Victor Tupitza Diaconate: Ashley Dalton, Meara Dietrick, Rachel Johnson, Kathie Lansing, Corina Lopez, Jay Mayfield, Pat Neighbarger, Jose Nelson Duran, Jose Nunez, Sandra Nunez, Lorena Periera, Nancy Renfrow, Roberto Reyes, Harold Ritchie, Susan Sevier, Jodi Smith, Becky Vaughn, Ernie Williams Christian Education: Anabel Cruz, Allen Dalton, Myra Houser, Laura Lee, Mike Overby, Danyelle Robinson, Mission: Salima Appiah-Kubi, Caroline Armijo, Carol Blythe, John Duffell, Rick Goodman, Julie Greene, Josh Keller, Jessica Lynd, Francisco Pereira, Sr., Courtney Rice, Liubov Russell, Gretchen White

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Mission and Christian Education Boards

Carol Blythe, Mission Board Co-Chair The Mission and Christian Education Boards are meeting and working together again this year. We held a planning meeting on February 12. Pastor Edgar challenged us with the goal of transforming the world so that all people can live in the righteousness, justice and love of the household of God. This year, Danyelle Robinson and Laura Lee will serve as Co-Chairs of Christian Education, Jessica Lynd and Carol Blythe serving as Co-Chairs of Mission. Rick Goodman will serve as secretary for both boards. We also voted to appoint Allen Dalton to the Board of Christian Education. For these first three months of the year, we will continue our work with W.I.N. in organizing both for practical immigration efforts (D.C. drivers licenses), the downtown play-ground project, fair housing and employment. Throughout the year, we will be planning many events to support both the Shalom Scholarship and our sister-church relationship with Shalom Baptist Church, including the Good Friday concert on April 6, and the regular sale of fair trade coffee and Salvadoran crafts. We began plans on some after-worship forums where we hear from our own members on the good work they are doing in human rights, gender issues and the world food system. Ecumenical Advocacy Days is March 23-26. The years theme: Is This the Fast I Seek? Join other Christians in seeking a global economy and a national budget that break the yokes of injustice, poverty, hunger and unemploymentheeding the call in Isaiah 58 to become repairers of the breach and restorers of streets to live in. If you are interested in joining a group from Calvary that will attend this conference, please speak with Carol Blythe, Pastor Edgar Palacios or Jason Smith. If you are interested in helping teach English as a Second Language, speak to Myra Houser. If you are interested in helping with the Downtown Social Club (a program for residents of St. Elizabeths hospital) which meets the first and third Thursdays of each month, from 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m., please speak to Carol Blythe. The first session of the Holistic Health Project will start March 9, and run through May 18. The Alliance of Baptists Convocation meets in Austin, TX from April 11 to 15. The Mission Board agreed to pay the registration fee for any Calvary members who can attend (you will need to provide your own transportation and lodging). Please speak to Jessica Lynd if you are interested.

CBF recognizes Calvary for Faithful Partnership

One of the deepest symbols of the Christian faith is Communion, when brothers and sisters in Christ join together to feast at Christs table. As a symbol of friendship and partnership in global missions and ministries, Steve Graham from the Cooperative Baptist Fellowship recently presented Calvary with a handmade chalice and paten. Calvarys faithful participation in and gifts to the Fellowship enable life-changing mission and ministries around the world, ensuring that people across the globe have access to the resources they need to live and to the Gospel of Jesus Christ they need to live abundantly. From everyone at CBF, thank you Calvary Baptist Church for continued partnership and commitment to join Gods mission in the world.

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Music Department
Cheryl Branham, Director of Music

Easter Festival Choir Looking for a fun and rewarding Lenten discipline, or a great way to celebrate Resurrection Sunday? Consider Easter Festival Choir! Rehearsals begin Sunday afternoon, February 26, and continue through Palm Sunday. Well meet each week after worship, 1:003:00 p.m. in the Music Suiteand childcare is available each Sunday. So grab a quick lunch after worship and come sing with us! All are welcome. Calvary Childrens Choir Calling all Calvary Kids of all ages, you are invited to participate in another session of Music for Kids this Lenten season. Beginning February 26, well meet each Sunday, 12:301:00 p.m. in the Music Suite for singing, movement and fun. Please remember that Music for Kids is our opportunity to prepare the Childrens Choir to sing in worship on Palm Sunday. Make plans now to stick around after worship, grab a snack, and join us! Sanctuary Choir If you love to sing, heres another great opportunity for you. Join us any Sunday morning at 10:00 a.m. for Sanctuary Choir rehearsal in the Sanctuary. Then stick around, robe up, and sing with us in worship. Come in one day to try us on for size, or make the weekly commitment when you are ready. Calvary Concert Choir On June 1, well enjoy a 150th Gala Anniversary Concert in the Sanctuaryand we need you in our Concert Choir! Stay tuned for rehearsal information, and plan now to join us. Good Friday Concert This season, Calvarys Good Friday Concert series continues with the oratorio Der Tod Jesu (The death of Jesus) by Carl Heinrich Graun (1704-1759). Join us Good Friday, April 6, at 7:30 p.m. in the Sanctuary when soloists, chorus and chamber orchestra will bring this beautiful and rarely heard piece to life. Admission is free, and donations will benefit Shalom Scholarship Fund. Walking through the Passion story on Good Friday is a great way to prepare your heart and mind for the joy of resurrection on Easter Day. Make plans now to attend, and be sure to invite friends and family!

2012 Johansen Competition

The Friday Morning Music Club invites the public to performances by some of the most gifted young string players in the world, coming to Calvary March 2224 to compete in the 2012 Johansen International Competition for Young String Players (JIC). Performances are free and open to the public and will take place in Woodward Hall. Judges for the 2012 JIC are world-renowned musicians Hiroko Yajima, Michael Tree, and Ronald Leonard. Semi- Finals Thursday and Friday, March 22-23, 2012 9:00 am to 5:30 p.m. Finals Saturday, March 24, 2012 9:00 am to 5:00 p.m. Prize money totals $66,000.There are separate awards for violin, viola, and cello. First prize for each category is $10,000; second is $7,000; and third is $5,000. The Johansen International Competition was founded in 1997 through the generosity of a trust fund established by Anna Storch Johansen. This is the sixth time the Johansen Competition has been held in Washington, D.C.

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Church Receives $250,000 Kendall Mission Fund Gift

Phil Renfrow, Member, Board of Trustees The purpose of the Trust was to help establish new Sunday schools in the District of Columbia that would grow into new self-sustaining Baptist churches. Several churches were started in early years. Success, however, has been very limited in recent years. At a meeting of Calvarys Board of Trustees on The Tru s t Inden ture November 13, 2011, almost exactly on the provided that the whole anniversary of Amos Kendalls death 142 years regulation of the trust shall be under the earlier, the Board of Trustees humbly and gratefully management of the Trustees and the funds shall be voted unanimously to accept the disbursed and accounted for under gift and to abide by the donors such regulations as they may restrictions. To that end, at the The purpose of the establish, and with the trustees or Annual Church Business Trust was to help estheir successors being the sole Meeting on January 22, 2012, judges of the manner and objects tablish new Sunday Standing Resolution 66 formally trust may established the Kendall Mission Schools in the District of for which income from the Trustees, be devoted. The Kendall Fund as a donor restricted fund Columbia that would under this authority, determined of Calvary Baptist Church. that the Trust could be better used. grow into new selfThe Kendall Trust was In their sole judgment and in sustaining Baptist established October 15, 1869, keeping with the original intent of when Amos Kendall named five Kendall, they decided to offer all churches. trustees and conveyed to those remaining assets to Calvary. trustees and their successors The Kendall trustees feel this is an appropriate step $17,000 of Camden and Amby Railroad Coupon as Amos Kendall played a very important part in the bonds of 1868, bearing six percent interest. The early history of Calvary. He was the primary donor to responsibility to administer the trust has been support building the sanctuary that continues as dutifully carried out by a long line of Calvary Calvarys House of Worship today. The Trustees members serving as trustees, including the late have made other gifts to Calvary from the Trust, Charles H. Burton, J. Richard Thomason, Dr. Henry including, but not limited to, a substantial sum toward Wray, and Austin Hollway. Bill Harward and Al the recent building renovation program, installation of Nielsen and the remaining trustees, have continued the Kendall Plaque at the entrance to Kendall Hall, that tradition to manage the trust in honor of the and funds to start the Calvary Burmese Church intent of Amos Kendall. which recently celebrated its 15th anniversary. Trustees of the Kendall Mission Fund Trust, have transferred all assets of the fund, approximately $250,000, to Calvary Baptist Church, as a gift in observance of the churchs 150th anniversary. This transfer was made with a donor restriction that the principal and income be used solely for extra ordinary maintenance and major replacements for the Calvary sanctuary building (largely financed by Amos Kendall), not for operation and ordinary maintenance costs.

Deacon Digest
Rachel Johnson, Chair of the Diaconate Board Life in community is never stagnant and Calvary's deacons are privileged to have the opportunity to walk alongside members of our community as we grow and change. The diaconate seeks to be a pastoral presence, reminding each of our members of the love of their broader church family. This past February, the new deacon board met for the first time and shared our hopes for Calvary in the year to come and the ways we will help our pastors minister to the congregation. So keep an eye out for the people with the snazzy name tags during worship, and we look forward to serving with you this year as we strive to live out God's call for the people of Calvary Baptist Church.

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Out of the Mouths of Babes Calvary Baby Spotlight!

Myra Houser

Wyatt Bensussan Harvey

Born: December 19, 2010 Parents: Katie and Ryan Harvey Live-In Aunt: Jenny Smith Big Sister: Maya McChesney Harvey (4) Favorite Food: Yogurt; apples Favorite Toy: School bus and Mardi Gras beads Favorite Musician: Beyonc Special Skills: I learned to walk at nine months and am already running! Fun Fact: I am saying new words every day, and really love to hang upside down Favorite Part of Being a Calvary Baby: Climbing on the stage and running during Music for Kids.

Francisco Alcides Pereira Estrada

Born: December 1, 2011 Parents: Francisco Alcides Pereira and Marcela Alejandra Estrada Favorite Food: Bottles of milk and apple juice, so far. Favorite Toy: My flat hippo and colorful ball Favorite Musical Group: Well, Calvarys choir, Bob Marley, Christmas music :) Special Skills: Talking! Fun Fact: I am very curious! I love to take baths, like plenty of attention, and enjoy taking naps in the car Favorite Part of Being a Calvary Baby: Being loved by everyone since my first day at Calvary; lots of attention and arms willing to carry me!

Wetein Mohame Hassan

Born: January 30, 2011 Parents: Maha and Mohamed Hassan Favorite Food: yogurt with strawberry flavor and banana. Favorite Toy: my picture story books collections Favorite Musical Group: The Backstreet Boys Special Skills: Walking everywhere, speaking Arabic and English baby language fluently. Fun Fact: I like to dance, clap my hands and watching Liverpool F.C. soccer match with Daddy! I wake up at 6 a.m. every day, even on the weekend. Favorite Part of Being a Calvary Baby: being around all those nice people.

Bridget Dorothy Slater

Born: April 22, 2011 Parents: Michael Slater and Erin Cline Big Brother: Patrick (3) Favorite Food: Applesauce, and (one day) Chinese food Favorite Toy: I prefer Eric Carle books over toys. Favorite Musical Group: My Kindermusik class! Special Skills: Bouncing and jumping up and down Fun Fact: My family lives pretty far away from Calvary, and it is a long schlep for my brother and I, so we aren't able to make it all the time but we are happy to see your smiling faces on Sunday!

Nolan Edward Meier

Born: December 20, 2010 Parents: Amy Ward-Meier and Ed Meier Big Sister: Penelope Jane (3) Favorite Food: Peas Favorite Musical Group: Anything, seriously 8 Favorite Toy: The remote control Special Skills: Wrestling my big sister to the ground. Fun Fact: I already know how to dance. Favorite Part of Being a Calvary Baby: All the people who want to love on me!

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New Members
Andi and Trey Sullivan moved to D.C. in July 2011. They each recently completed their M. Div. degrees from the McAfee School of Theology. While they do miss the South, Andi and Trey are beginning to feel at home in D.C. Andi grew up outside of Paris mastering world languages, devouring books and brie, and winning art contests, and Trey grew up in Northeast Georgia mastering the southern accent, devouring biscuits, and winning cleanest uniform in every sport. Despite their differences, they have found some things they love to do together, including hiking and ridiculous television. Andi is a masters student of international politics at American University, and Trey is a chaplain resident at Georgetown University Hospital. They are very grateful for the home they have found at Calvary, and they look forward to becoming a part of the work and witness of the church.

Calvary Stitch Along Group

Karla Fahey The Calvary Stitch Along group is happy to share our love of knitting with others! In addition to working on our own personal crafts we have taken on a mission project of making hats, blankets and eye shields for newborns in El Salvador. In November 2011, Pastor Edgar Palacios delivered handmade blankets and eye shields used to protect newborns during light treatments to his son-in-law, Dr. Mario Castro, a neonatologist in San Salvador. Join us Sunday, March 11, April 15, May 6 and June 10you are also welcome to knit or crochet at home and bring your crafts to church. Hats should be made of acrylic baby weight yarn. For more information, contact Claudia Moore or Karla Fahey.

Womens Missionary Society

Vivian Nielsen It is amazing how far-reaching the effects of an hour or two of working together can be. In the case of WMS, rolling bandages and hemming baby blankets for a mission station the other side of the world can provide a much needed bit of comfort for a child with a broken arm, and a new cover for a tiny baby of a poor family. It also keeps us informed about world conditions that are not always provided by the news broadcasts. The mission work of women at Calvary, as well as through the DCBC Women's Department began in the 1800's.The WMS provides help through the work of our hands, as well as financial aid as requested. Each year brings new information with requests for specific items. New members are always welcome and needed. The usual meeting time is 10:30 a.m. on the first Tuesday of each month of the school year. In February, we held the meeting in Maryland so that Dee Robbins could attend. Always adjustable, those present took up the work with renewed enthusiasm. We welcome anyone who wishes to join us and "Study Missions, Do Missions and Pray for (and learn about) missions." 9

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Spring Birthdays
1 2 March Osmond Cain Leah Grundset Matthew Daley Holleyanne McDaniel Brenda Perlera Annie Sharp Laura Canfield Arlene Hudson Bill Tatham Henry Wray Kelly Taylor Becky Vaughn Michael Fahey Sarah Irvine Allison Lee-Villanueva Pat Neighbarger Marion Ritchie Hank Altman Annette Orabona Bobbie Michael Ken Carr Ashley Coates Matthew Hoffer Rameen Chaharbaghi Hayden Butler Ryan Harvey Wanda Gilson Lynnette LeeVillanueva Katie ThomasCanfield Susan Jean Cornwell Mike Overby 28 David Mein 29 Caroline Armijo 30 Grace Lipman Jos NuezSantamaria 31 Sandra Eusebio Nia Rogers 1 2 3 4 8 9 11 13 14 April Ted Hughes Jr. Cedie Labis John Salazar Jr. Annie Curd Michael Labis Betty Mein Sandra Pereira-Nuez Ronnie Scott Martha Peck Sarah Livingston Howard Ammerman Mayra Durn Ko Nyi Kathy Wray Jerry Gilson Virginia Teller Ken Butler Stella Mary Joseph Trey Sullivan Deacon Robinson Beth Sorrell Luk Lagwi Anna Settels-Palacios Bridget Cline Slater Laura Beth Blythe24 25 26 30 Goodman John Dehnel Yu Mon Min Henry Armijo Gordon Harris Harry F. S. Ng Cristian Durn Allyson Wisdom Vamplew Russell Harrison Doris Shaw Anabel CruzMontesano May Sadie Healy Theodore Kyin Oo Harold Ritchie Chelsea Thomas Andrea Mae Angdisen Andrew Iwanik Aung Myint Sandra Chang Lorena PereiraDecorado Ben Mann William Michael Jr. Hka Tawm Maran Lucy Armijo James W. Ammerman Mohamed Hassan Jocelyn Lopez-Arias David Grise Jacquelyn Ballew 26 Van Rin 27 Gene Goon 29 Bill Harris Jr. John Thayer Carol Thomason 30 Tina Angdisen Tin Hlaing 31 Liliana Guandique George Lucas 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 13 14 18 19 20 21 22 23 25 June Kim Sisk Rosie Stafford Fredy Tejada Bill Michael Sr. Gene Shipp Katie Harvey Najung Kim Ellen Sulerzyski Hannah Butler James Goon Allyson Robinson Ernie Williams Angelica Angdisen Lizzie Bebber Burl Whitmer Samuel Butler Terry Hlaing Brian Toense Christina Abbasi 22 Molly Carr Cathy Cooper Julia Nelson Judy Russell

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Easter Lilies
Easter Lilies displayed in the sanctuary will help make our Easter worship services very beautiful. These plants may be ordered in memory or honor of the person(s) of your choice. Our Easter worship bulletin will include a listing of the donors and the persons being honored. Lilies can be ordered ($10 each) at www.calvarydc.org or by calling the church office on or before Monday, April 2 I / We would like to order _______ Lily(ies) at $10.00 each. Total enclosed $___________ After worship I/we would like to: In Memory of: In Honor of:

donate the Lily(ies)

deliver them to a shut-in

take them home

Donors Name(s): ___________________________________________________________________________________

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Please print all names, and indicate relationship where appropriate. Use an additional sheet to list additional names if needed.

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On the Calvary Calendar

For current information and additional details regarding Calvary programs and events, visit Calvarys website, calvarydc.org or Calvarys facebook page for our Google Calendar. March 3 Penn Quarter Play-date 4 2nd Sunday in Lent 7 Holistic Health Project, first meeting 8 Church Council Meeting 9 Youth Lock-In, Fast for El Salvador 11 3rd Sunday in Lent Theology and Pop Culture Small Group Begins 18 4th Sunday in Lent Prayer for Peace Service 22-24 Johansen Competition 25 5th Sunday in Lent April 1 Palm Sunday 5 Maundy Thursday Service, Dinner and Discussion 6 Good Friday Concert 8 Easter Day Worship 12 Church Council Meeting 22 Quarterly Business Meeting 29 Mission Board Forum on Human Rights May 7-10 Children and Youth Conference 10 Church Council Meeting 28 Memorial Day, Church Offices Closed June 1 150 Anniversary Concert 2 150 Anniversary Gala 3 150 Anniversary: Worship and Meet and Greet

2012 Business Meetings

The Church Council has set the following dates for this years Business Meetings in 2012, and for the Annual Business Meeting in January 2013. 1:00 p.m., Sunday, April 22 7:00 p.m., Wednesday, July 25
(Ice Cream Social at 6:00 p.m.)

Please join the Calvary Congregation for a Wedding Celebration in honor of

Leah Grundset
and

John Davis
Sunday, June 17, 2012 following worship, in Woodward Hall. Leah and John are registered at Crate and Barrel, Macys, and Target.

1:00 p.m., Sunday, October 28 1:00 p.m., Sunday, January 27, 2013

Calvary: A Missionary Congregation

Rev. Edgar Palacios, Associate Pastor for Christian Education At Calvary we endeavor to create community through education programs and worship in order to become an agent of transformation. We aim to bring the Kingdom to this historical context by sharing Jesus Christ with those in pain and suffering and in situations that deny life and human dignity, labor rights, and women's rights. One of the ways we intend to bring the Kingdom of God in a local context is through advocating for driver licenses for all D.C. residents, low income housing opportunities for poor families, and jobs for the unemployed. Nationally, we are called to promote a culture of peace, to achieve comprehensive immigration reform, and to work for a national budget that prioritizes economic justice for all. Internationally, our mission is to strengthen and be strengthened by our mutually supportive relationship with Shalom Baptist Church in San Salvador. Shalom helps bring Jesus Christ to the poor of San Salvador, Shalom has limited economic resources, but with the guidance of the Spirit they are rich in service and creativity. We are inspired by the progress Shalom has made in San Salvador and hope to emulate their vision of the Kingdom in our own community. On local, national, and international levels, Calvary Baptist Church is a missionary church. May the Spirit of God continue to encourage us to advance this sublime task.

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CYNKC ConferenceMay 7-10

Question: Guess where Tony Campolo, Jim Wallis, Shane Claiborne, and Jeremiah Wright will be May 7-10? Answer: Here at Calvary! They will join other notable contributors including our own pastor, Amy Butler, for the Children, Youth, and a New Kind of Christianity Conference led by Brian McLaren. For more information or to register, visit children-youth.com. Hope you will be able to participate in this exciting opportunity hosted here at Calvary!

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