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We’ve been waiting for you! I know that it sounds strange, but it’s true. We believe that every person who comes into the circle of this special fellowship was sent by God Himself. It’s not by accident that we have the joy of encountering you. So, above all else, we want to express Christ’s love to you with genuine, heartfelt warmth. We’re eager to know you, and we’re excited to share with you the marvelous ways God is working in our church, our home.
It won’t take you long to discover that this is truly a family home, rich in the relationships that matter most. Growing together, we worship, we serve, we laugh, we cry, we learn, and we reach out to the world with life-changing truth. If you’ve been thinking, praying, searching and hoping for a place to belong, a home to go to, we say again—Welcome Home!
Our Mission
We are Mt. Calvary Lutheran Church, a people called by the grace of God to faith in Jesus Christ, by the Holy Spirit through the Gospel. That Word of God that gives us new life with Him is at the center of our gathering, our worshipping and our serving. The Word that gathers us also sends us out into the world of people around us to proclaim Jesus Christ, Redeemer and Lord. In order to be more completely involved in fulfilling our Lord’s commission to “Go and make disciples” Mt. Calvary is an active member of the Lutheran Church-Missouri Synod.
What We Believe
- We believe that the Bible is God’s true Word. 2 Timothy 3:16-17, John 20:31
- We believe in the Triune God — Father, Son and Holy Spirit. 1 Corinthians 8:4, Matthew 28:19
- We believe that Jesus Christ was both God and man. John 1:1-2,14, 1 Timothy 2:5
- We believe that God created all things, including us. Genesis 1, Psalm 33:6,9
- We believe that by nature, people are sinful. Psalm 51:5, Galatians 5:17, 1 Peter 5:8
- We believe that because of sin, we are all under the penalty of eternal death. Romans 6:23, Leviticus 26:18
- We believe that on our own, we cannot save ourselves. Romans 6:15-25, Ephesians 2:8-9, Hebrews 11:6
- We believe that Jesus lived, died, and rose from the dead that our sins may be forgiven. Galatians 4:4-5
- We believe that we will be resurrected to life after death, because of Jesus’ work. John 11:25-26, 1 Peter 1:3
- We believe that by the power of the Holy Spirit we are called to care for and serve others just as God cared for and served us. Galatians 5:13, John 14:15, Philippians 1:6
“But in your hearts set apart Christ as Lord. Always be prepared to give an answer to everyone who asks you to give the reason for the hope that you have. But do this with gentleness and respect.”
1 Peter 3:15
Our Staff
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Pastor Steve Hayden |
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Church Secretaries (left to right) Emily Gardyasz, JoAnn Pulse |
How To Find Us
We are located on Hwy. 92 just under 2 miles east of the Hwy 65/69 intersection and directly across from Pickard Park.
Mt. Calvary Lutheran Church
P.O. Box 174
2214 E. Second Ave
Indianola, Iowa 50125Phone: 515.961.4321
Fax: 515.961.2986
Email: mtcalvary@hughes.net
The City of Indianola is only 12 miles south of Des Moines. Founded in 1845, Indianola today is an exciting blend of growing neighborhoods, great schools and nationally known institutions. The Des Moines Metro Opera and the National Balloon Classic call Indianola home. Simpson College, a four-year liberal arts institution that has taught students such as George Washington Carver, and the National Balloon Museum are also in town. You may get to town by following the Highway 65 bypass south from I-80, or by exiting on Hwy 92 east from I-35. Mt. Calvary is proud to serve the people of Indianola, Iowa.
We offer two different services with two different formats every Sunday:
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8:00am |
Living Heritage |
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9:15am |
Sunday School, Youth and Adult Bible Classes |
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10:30am |
Living Today |
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7:00pm |
Wednesday Worship |
Children are welcomed and cherished at Mt. Calvary. Families may sit wherever they feel comfortable. That may mean certain parts of the worship service feature the background noise of shuffling feet and tiny voices, but we celebrate them as models of faith to which our Savior pointed us.
Coffee, Rolls, and Conversation are available immediately following worship on most Sundays in the fellowship area. All are invited for something to drink and to visit with one another. This is a great time to meet some of our family here at Mt. Calvary.
Daily Devotion
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News
Announcements
CALVARY'S CURRENT FOR THE WEEK of 11/16/08
SUNDAY(11/16):
8:00 Worship with Communion
9:15 Sunday School & Bible Class
10:30 Worship with Communion
11:30 Congregational Potluck & Semi Annual Meeting
MONDAY: 8:30 Preschool
12:30 Preschool
TUESDAY: 8:30 Preschool
WEDNESDAY: 8:30 Preschool
12:30 Preschool
6:00 LIFE Classes
6:00 Choir Practice
THURSDAY: 8:30 Preschool
FRIDAY: PASTOR'S DAY OFF
8:30 Preschool
NEXT SUNDAY (11/23):
8:00 Worship
9:15 Sunday School & Bible Class
10:30 Worship
COME to Adult Bible Study and learn of St. Paul’s travels in Israel, Turkey, Greece, and Italy. St Paul had a great influence on the founding of Christianity. Today we learn of “the new Saul: Paul’s desert experience and early ministry in Cilicia. Next week: the first mission journey: Paul and Barnabas bring the Gospel to Cyprus, Pamphylia, and Galatia. This is a tremendous video series on St. Paul-- please come join us!
FLOOD RELIEF: On November 23rd we will be taking up a door offering to help flood victims in Iowa. Thrivent Financial (Warren County Chapter #31174) will match $1.00 for every $3.00 donated. If you have any questions see one of Mt. Calvary Coordinators - Colleen DeLanoit, Linda Norton, or Jo Pulse.
OPERATION CHRISTMAS VOLUNTEERS NEEDED: Operation Christmas is a group of lay people from several Indianola churches who come together to distribute food and gifts to people in need at Christmas. If you can help recipients shop at WalMart on Sunday, Dec. 7 from 5:45 to 8:00 pm, or help distribute food at Helping Hand on Sunday, Dec. 7 from 5:45 to 8:00 pm. Please call JENNIE DAWSON at 961-3916 by December 2 to volunteer.
FOUND: A cell phone was found after a church service 2 weeks ago. It is a “Virgin Mobile”. You can claim it in the office.
BRING NON-PERISHABLE FOOD ITEMS for the food drive that continues through November 22nd. The food items collected will go the to the food pantry at Helping Hand so that families less fortunate can have a happy thanksgiving.
Discipleship Committee
DID YOU KNOW that the Vision Statement of Camp Okoboji is “Jesus at the Lake”? We believe that you will find the Savior in the people, the programs, and the facilities that together are dedicated to our mission of “Serving Christ in Outdoor Ministry” at Camp Okoboji.
GRAIN TRAIN TO LOAD CONTAINER: The Orphan Grain Train will be loading a container on Tuesday, November 18th, starting at 9:00 am. It usually takes 2-2.5 hours to lead, and is a great way to serve. If you can’t help physically, please pray that this load will arrive on a timely manner, not be stolen from by dishonest gov’t officials on the other end, and open doors for the Gospel. Thanks!
DID YOU KNOW that your congregational mission dollars support the District budget in a variety of missions, including $150,000 for DEAF MISSIONS? Our two full-time missionaries, Rev. Dennis Konkel and Patricia Monroe, and our deacon, Patrick Sell, are leading the deaf church and interpreting services to these deaf people in areas like Des Moines, Ames, Fort Dodge, Sioux City and Council Bluffs. The deaf missionaries are training and empowering the members to lead services and teach Bible classes in their area. They are helping to reach out to many isolated deaf persons in small towns and rural areas and sharing the good news about Jesus with them.
STAY ON TOP OF MEDICATE PART D: Every Fall Medicare prescription drug plans (Part D) announce changes to their premium, co-pays and the drugs they cover. Stay on top of these changes. You may be able to save money by choosing a different plan. November 15 through December 31, 2008 you can change your Medicare Part D plan for 2009 or enroll in Medicare prescription drug coverage (Part D) if you haven’t done so. The Village, 1203 N E Street, Indianola is hosting a Medicare Part D Check-Up Event on Tuesday, December 2nd from 2:00 pm to 6:00 pm. SHIP volunteers will be available to help you compare Part D plans for 2009. Appointments are required. Call SHIP @ 800.351.4664 to schedule your appointment. You will need to bring your Medicare card, current Part D plan card and a list of your medications from your pharmacy which includes drug name, quantity and dosage.
STEWARDSHIP CORNER: Thanksgiving is a culmination of all the labor of the preceding year - the tilling of the soil, the planting of the seed, the rain and sunshine nourishing the crop, and then the harvest! The same principle of hard work followed by a reward holds true in the spiritual realm. “Let us not become weary in doing good, for at the proper time we will reap a harvest if we do not give up“ (Galatians 6:9). “For the Lord your god will bless you in all your harvest and in all the work of your hands, and your joy will be complete“ (Deuteronomy 16:15b)
“EACH WOMAN WHO CHOOSES LIFE for her child affirms our reverence for human life and ennobles our society. Each child is a unique, unrepeatable gift, and every child who escapes the violence of abortion is an immeasurable victory for life.“ not change”. Ronald Reagan, former President of the United States. A Life Quote from Lutherans For Life www.lutheransforlife.org / 888-364-LIFE
RESOURCES FOR STEWARDSHIP: 1 THESSALONIANS 4:13-18: As Christians we live with the sure hope that the best is yet to come regardless of what challenges we face in life. Therefore we can use all of life and life’s resources according to God’s purpose not just our own. That truth makes our stewardship free and joyous in our living and our giving.
THE LUTHERAN HOUR can be heard on WHO radio 1040am on Sunday mornings at 7:30am.
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