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On Wednesday evening, we completed another round of our annual service project of filling and wrapping ditty boxes for seafarers coming in and out of the Port of Wilmington around Christmastime. Thanks to all who donated and organized!

Last Sunday afternoon, Calvary hosted its annual Fall Festival & Trunk-or-Treat. Pumpkin painting, giant Jenga, bowling and carnival games were featured for friends and families who came out on a beautiful day!

This past weekend the Calvary Youth Group served as the hands and feet of Jesus in the city of Philadelphia. We joined approximately 70 youth from 6 churches for a time of fellowship, worship, and service with The Philadelphia Project. On Saturday we worked at Roxborough Church helping with various projects including removing AC units from windows, turning over plots in a community garden, moving tables for a flea market, and re-stocking a recently renovated kitchen. In the evenings there was plenty of time for games and fellowship along with a moving worship experience that challenged our students. Sunday morning we went back to Roxborough Church to worship with their congregation before heading home.

On Sunday, more than 15 people decided that a little drizzle couldn’t spoil their fun and came out for a wagon ride and bonfire complete with hot dogs, s’mores, and even a game or two.

Last Saturday Calvary ladies gathered for a devotion, food and fun, celebrating that we are “diverse in culture, united in Christ!” Thanks to Pam for leading and organizing.

On Sunday, September 15, Calvary once again hosted a table at Newark Community Day held on The Green at UD. They had great conversations with atheists, UD faculty, families, and people new to the area.

Food Fun and Fellowship group organized a trip to Sight and Sound Theater to see the production of Daniel in Lancaster, PA. The immersive performance brought the story to life and was enjoyed by all.

On Sunday, Sept 1, Calvary hosted our last summer picnic of the year, featuring all the usual fellowship and fare, but this time with some added live music from the Calvary praise band. We also gave away more than 20 free backpacks with school supplies.

Last weekend, 8 Calvary women attended our region’s Thrive women’s retreat at Camp Hebron. It included inspiring messages about rest from ABCOPAD pastor Kelly Legg, worship, and mission updates on the work of American Baptist Women locally and around the world.