Part of the Master's Plan

God has a wonderful plan for each person's life! Jim and Marilyn (Calvary) have known John since he was a high school student in Africa. His father and mother were members of the tribe that the Ericksons worked with for many years. God blessed John and his family with a good education. Several years ago, John graduated from Seminary in Africa and desired to pursue further education. He was chosen by his church synod overseas to come to the USA for a higher degree. In June, he recieved his Master's degree.

John receiving his diploma: his Master's in Divinity
The proud and happy graduate!
Barbara (a friend) was the proud photographer.

Jim and John

Some of the excited and happy friends that were able to attend the graduation ceremony.
John has now returned to his home and family to follow God's leading as he serves the Master.

God's richest blessings on you John!

A Huge Step of Faith

Immanuel Church has taken a huge step of faith! They are raising funds for a well project in Africa. This small group of dedicated people have been praying and planning and raising money for the past many months and God is blessing and using them.

Because of his past experience in working with these types of projects, Jim was called on to give advice and insight.
Pastor Steve and Pastor Jim were collegues in Africa and continue to share their love for the peoples of those countries, and their desire to see these nations develop both spiritually and economically.
Immanuel Church has appreciated the help and concern of Pastor John as he has shared his heart for his homeland. His love for the Lord and the Word of God have strengthened the hearts of his fellow church members at Immanuel. We wish him God's blessings as he returns home.

Milestones

Pastor Henry, visitation pastor at Calvary CC, just celebrated his 89th birthday. Praise God for the many lives that have been touched by this godly man and his precious wife Shirley, and for the many years of ministry God has blessed them with! And no, he does not plan to retire any time soon!

Memorial Day weekend visitors

On Memorial Day weekend, several of the youth group members from Living Word made the long journey to Fullerton for their annual "outing." The group was a bit smaller this year, but they all had fun--in spite of the cooler, rainy weather they encountered in southern California!

On Sunday morning, the group joined the worshippers at Calvary. They presented a skit for the audience about friendship and practicing the love of Jesus to others that come into your life. The acting was superb and the message of the skit was loud and clear!
They also shared a song with the group. Great job, kids! CalvaryCC is already looking forward to the next visit from Living Word.