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Deacons
an update from the
The beginning of the year was a busy one for the Deacons as we said
goodbye to the men who finished their terms and welcomed the men
God chose to serve for the next three years. We’ve received our new
committee assignments and have begun to settle in to working in those
areas.
The Deacons have several priorities for the upcoming year. One of the
biggest is spending time praying and thinking about the nuts and bolts
of benevolence at Calvary. God has blessed us with a great benevolence
ministry with steady financial funding and committed staff and volunteers
to help make the ministry possible. As we look forward, we’re seeking
God’s direction on any changes that may need to be made, especially as
we look to involve more volunteers in the ministry and better serve those
who need help.
current
deacons
Steve Bagley
Scott Bowman
Dan DeVries
Brian Haskin
Darren Herweyer
Rick Huls
Josh Hulst
Paul Koprowski
Matt Kromke
Mike Metcalf
Jon Rudolph
Rob Umstead
Calvary has the opportunity to work with the Luis Palau Association
alongside many other area churches to bring CityFest to Grand Rapids in
September. The Elders have asked the Deacons to prayerfully determine
to what level Calvary will be involved financially. We continue to pray and
discuss and look forward to finalizing our commitment.
In addition to our large group priorities, several of the Deacon committees
are in the middle of important work:
The Risk Advisory Committee continues to update our emergency
procedures. The additions and changes to our building have changed
the way we handle evacuations, fires, and other needs. The group is
updating documents posted in each room as well as training staff and
volunteers on how to respond if the need arises.
The Personnel Committee is in the middle of bringing staff policies up to
date and reviewing the staff handbook.
It’s a joy to serve God and Calvary Church as Deacons and we’re thankful
for your prayers and support. If you should ever have a need, whether
it be benevolence or anything else, please contact us at deacons@
calvarygr.org.
Kim Velting
Chris Walkup
Dan Wiersma
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By Josh Hulst
Deacon Treasurer