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Calvary Church High School Ministry | 2014-2015

WELCOMEto UNITED, we are so glad to have you as a part of our community!

What do you believe?

This year in UniTed we will be discovering what we as Christians believe. We will be answering questions like… Who is God, and what is He like? is the Bible reliable and trustworthy? What is the trinity? How does prayer work? Are angels, Satan and demons real? How does Salvation work? Can i lose my salvation? What happens when i die? What happens when Jesus returns?

These are the big questions of life, and the Christian faith. As we answer these questions you will be surprised to find that the answers are not merely intellectual, but that they are transformational. When we learn more about God and who He is and what His plan is, we are drawn closer to Him in relationship. Whether you are a Christian or just exploring what Christianity is about we invite you to join us this year as we embark on a journey to answer life’s greatest questions.

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UNITED Kick-offSeptember 7 | 6-8:30pm | Room 108High School Students today is when we kick-off the new ministry year. You will have time to meet one another, to be introduced to your small group leaders and our very own UniTed worship band will lead us all with some extended worship time! Bring a friend.

Calvary CrewMayor’s Grand River CleanupSeptember 20 | 8:45am-12:00pm Meet at Sixth Street ParkSign up through September 7 outside the Calvary Café. if you are a student under the age of 18 your parent/guardian will need to go to the sign-up booth and sign a waiver for you.

SEP.

Fall Retreat: United in Christ—United as the Church

October 17, 5:30pm - October 19, 5:30pmMeet at entrance d | Cost: $140Because of sin we are all separated from God but through Christ we are united in Him. Come explore how we can be united in Christ, community and caring. Register at MyCalvaryGR.org by October 13.

OCT./NOV.

REACH Kickoffnovember 8 | 1:00-5:00pm drop-off/Pick-up: entrance JReACH is a student-led initiative to share the gospel among our peers in Grand Rapids. no matter where you are at in your ability to share the Gospel this group is just for you. We hope to build community and encourage one another as we grow in our faith.Register at MyCalvaryGR.org.

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Thanksgiving Family Dinnernovember 23 | 6:00-8:30pm | Room 108Come enjoy a night of delicious food as we remi-nisce about the great things God has done in our lives. We will provide the turkey, rolls and table-ware. Please bring:

• Freshman – stuffing• Sophomores – mashed potatoes and gravy• Juniors – side dish• Seniors - dessert

UNITED at FOLdecember 14 | 5:45-9:00pm | FreeCome support your UniTed friends as we enjoy this year’s Festival of Lights performance (FOL). We will meet in room 108 and walk to our seats together.Register at MyCalvaryGR.org so we know how many seats are needed.

NOV./DEC.

3 Mile ProjectJanuary 9 | 7:00-9:00pm | Cost: $5Meet at 3 Mile Project (3050 Walkent nW)Students this is your time to shake off the winter blues! Come play reball, air hockey, foosball or hang out in the movie theater. To find out more about 3 Mile Project visit their website: 3mp.org.

JAN./FEB.

Mission Trip Info. MeetingJanuary 18 | 12:30pm | Room 108Learn about our High School mission offerings available to students. We would like to take this time to tell you about the trips, answer any questions you may have, and hand out the applications. Light snacks will be provided.

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Bingo NightFebruary 25 | 6:00-8:30pmHigh School Students this is your night to be rewarded through service and have a ton of fun with the folks involved in Calvary’s Special needs Ministry. We will need each and every one of you to help create goodie bags, set up games, host a table and hand out prizes.

FEB.UNITED Tubing, Eating, Sleeping ExtravaganzaFebruary 20 | 3:00pm - February 21 | 2:00pmdrop-off/Pick-up: entrance J | Cost: $30This is your chance to spend the night at Calvary! Guys and girls will go tubing at Pando and have time together for games throughout the church. Then you will be separated into your own wings for “sleeping” (or more games) with just your small group peeps and leaders. All food provided.Register at MyCalvaryGR.org. Please make note of any food allergies, so we can prepare accordingly.

Spring Break: Random Acts of Kindness & REACH OutreachApril 6, 7 & 8Students, we are planning these events in order to help us be a presence around the Grand Rapids area, serving our community and sharing the love of Christ. Please stay tuned for more information.

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UNITED End of Year PartyMay 17 | 6:00-8:30pm | Room 108don’t miss this night of extended worship and over the top games.

March MadnessMarch 19-20 | noon - MidnightCalvary Church Gym | Free Will donationBring Friends and head on over to the church after school to watch the basketball games, eat good food and win some prizes (you have to be present to win). Register at MyCalvaryGR.org.

UNITED×parent connection×

Are you looking to connect with other parents for fellowship and support? Parenting teenagers can be uniquely rewarding and challenging and we don’t want anyone to face the journey alone. UNITED Parent Connection (UPC) meets monthly for prayer, support and connection.

UPC is also a point of support for Calvary’s High School Ministry. We pray regularly for the staff and volunteers of UNITED and provide opportunities to show appreciation for their ministry. If you’ve ever wondered what’s going on at UNITED or how you can best pray for your child’s small group leader, be sure to meet up with the UPC.

We meet at 6:00pm in room 129. Whether your child is connected with UNITED or not, all parents of high school students are encouraged to join us.

Date topic

September 28 connect & Vision for UniteD

october 12 prayer for Fall retreat

november 23 Help serve thanksgiving meal

February 1 connect - Missions Focus & Visit Small Groups

February 20-21

Help plan Lock-in event

March 8 prayer

May 3 Small Group Leader appreciation

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Teaching TopicsIntro to TheologyThe BibleGod’s AttributesThe TrinityCreationProvidencePrayerAngels, Satan and DemonsSinElectionThe Gospel CallRegeneration and ConversionJustification and AdoptionSanctification and GlorificationEternal SecurityThe ChurchBaptism and CommunionThe Filling of the Holy SpiritThe Return of ChristThe MillenniumFinal JudgmentThe New Heavens and New Earth

UNITED meets Sundays from 6:00-8:30pm in room 108, except when there are Family Services or exten-uating circumstances (the kind we cannot predict this far in advance). As of right now, these are the dates we know we will not be meeting.

When We Meet:

October 19Fall Retreat

November 30Family Service for Thanksgiving weekend.

December 21 & 28Family Services for Christmas & New Year’s holidays.

April 5Family Service for Easter holiday.

May 24Family Service for Memorial Day weekend.

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SSunday MorningGet connected to serving in the church, check out our HSM Serving Opportunities flyer to discover where you can get involved in serving on Sunday mornings and/or Wednesday nights. Pick one up online or at UniTed.

Senior Pictures Parents/Students can start dropping off or sending Senior pictures to calvarystudents@calvarygr.org in order to be included in the Calvary Life in the spring. Please provide your student’s name and the high school he/she is graduating from in the body of your email or on the back of your photo.

Event RegistrationNew Registration Process if your student plans to attend UniTed, you need to register them at MyCalvaryGR.org. This will ensure that we have accurate contact information for each family and help us get medical release forms on file for every student. Contact natalie in the Student Ministries Office with any questions.

Option 1: Register online at MyCalvaryGR.org. if you have questions or problems with the site, email mycalvary@calvarygr.org.

Option 2: Call our office at 956-9377, ext. 5181.

Option 3: email calvarystudents@calvarygr.org.

Make sure your student has a parent-signed 2014-2015 medical release form on file (available at calvarystudents.com), turns in the required cost or deposit of an event, and completes any extra paperwork indicated.

Remember pre-registration is essential. it ensures that we are able to feed you, transport you, and provide enough leaders to keep you safe!

Medical Release FormA parent-signed medical release form is required for participating in events. it is available at calvarystudents.com or at UniTed. One form is effective all year (through October 2015).

HIgH SCHOOL MINISTRY STAFF

Byron dickey Pastor to Students

Aaron Bolduc High School Pastor

Cheyenne Boluyt High School Facilitator

natalie Uecker Ministry Assistant

david Alcook High School Resident

Stay ConneCtedemail: calvarystudents@calvarygr.org

Phone: 956-9377, ext. 5181

Web: calvarystudents.com

Facebook: UniTed (Calvary Church High School Ministry) Request an invite to our closed group.

Calvary Church High School MinistryPO Box 1600 | Grand Rapids MI | 49501(616) 956-9377 | calvarygr.org 2014-2015