Andrew LydaYouth Leaderandrewlyda@bellsouth.net(864)-542-6078

We desire that we may be affected by the gospel so that we may be effective for the gospel. We hope to create a CHRIST centered Movement here in our spiritually deprived city in order that we may share how CHRIST has redeemed us and liberated us from our sin in order that we may worship the one true GOD. We are not a social hospital seeking to make LifeSong famous. But rather we are a spiritual hospital located in a spiritually deprived city, seeking to equip our students to reach others through SERVICE and TRUTH. With that we want to strive to build DISCIPLES that live by GODS word and display humility but not lacking truth, display patience but not lacking assertiveness, in all of this in order to glorify CHRIST.Andrew LydaYouth Leaderandrewlyda@bellsouth.net(864)-542-6078

Missions Hello, my name is Andrew Lyda. I am the youth leader here at LifeSong and our vision for the youth is “to equip students to reach others through SERVICE and TRUTH. I graduated from Byrnes High School 2007 and now attend USC Upstate seeking a degree in Special Education. My heart and passion is to see youth share what Christ has done in their life to a spiritually deprived city, to bring glory to our GOD. I grew up “knowing” all about this man named Jesus. But the truth of this matter is that I never truly KNEW him, I was spiritually isolated from GOD because I did not know that this JESUS came on a rescue mission to save not just me, but all sinners. 1 Timothy 1:12-1512 I thank HIM who has given me strength, Christ Jesus our LORD, because he judged me faithful, appointing me to his service, 13 though formerly I was a blasphemer, persecutor, and insolent opponent. But I received mercy because I had acted ignorantly in unbelief, 14 and the grace of our LORD overflowed for me with the faith and love that are in CHRIST JESUS. 15 The saying is trustworthy and deserving of full acceptance, that Christ Jesus came into the world to save SINNERS, of whom I am the FORMOST.

EVENTS AND ACTIVITIES Sunday Morning - 3 Services 8:30, 10:00 & 11:30Current Series: Dr. Tomorrow's Robot Repair Shop

I am the Discipleship Pastor at Lifesong Church. My wife Lynn and I have 2 sons and a daughter-in-love. Lynn and I have been married for 26 years, and she is the love of my life. I earned a bachelor's degree in Christian Education at Andersonville Theological Seminary of Georgia.My heart and desire is to see people GROW in God's Word, and GROW in a love relationship with Jesus, that it would create such a radical life change, a ripple effect will be felt around the world, and the Good News of Christ is heard throughout the nations.3 things I enjoy:Coffee with my woman- Pecan Pie- Mountain Biking

We Are Looking for a 2 female leaders with the passion of sharing CHRIST to a lost generation. We need a female leader that woould be able to lead a Middle School girls small group and one woman to lead a High School girls small group once a week.If you have a heart for the youth please cntact me (andrew lyda).Any questions please contact meAndrew Lydaandrewlyda@bellsout.net(864)-542-6078

SMALL GROUPS I asolutely love LifeSong church. The LifeSong Church "family" is totally responsible for me becoming close to God! I finally "get it" after 53 years. God truly loves me and has always loved me. I can't wait to go to church on Sundays and I can't wait to go to my LifeSong study group. I have never felt this way about attending a church. The pastors and people are so real and loving. LifeSong Church is awesome! Penny Robinson"The greatest God filled church we have ever been apart of! Joe and Sue GarrettWe found LifeSong Church through a community outreach. Someone from the church had placed a flyer on our door. When we came we found a home and a place where we can make an impact in the community. This church is a fresh breathe and focused on others instead of ourselves. Jon and Kim AdamI am thankful and blessed that God led me to LifeSong church. The church family has been there for me in the services, counseling, and more during challenging times. No matter if the storms are raging in my life or the seas are calm I know that my church family is there to lead, guide and pray. God has a plan for me and I know that a part of it is to be at LifeSong Church. JanetBefore coming to LifeSong Church I didn't know where I fit in, but through these last 9 months of attending LifeSong I have clarity and a new direction in my life. My family and i have grown so much. We wake up early on Sunday mornings looking forward to going to church! Amy, Robert, Emily and Hannah Brooke

All of us are aware of the devastating natural disaster that hit the country of Haiti a few months ago. There are thousands of people who are living in tent cities and are going without proper medical care and food. As a part of our Worldcare Ministries we will be going to Haiti in June to provide support in rebuilding orphanages, distributing food and medical supplies, but most of all to show unconditional love. If you are interested in going we need to here from you soon! Email me at jeff@lifeSongchurchonline.comThis trip is open to : THE COMMUNITYWhen: June 2010Where: HaitiWhat: Variety of humanitarian activitiesCost:$900You will need to be in good health, have a pasport, be will to stay in a tent outside, be willing to love people unconditionally and not be a complainer.It is important that if you are planning that you go on this trip that you are working on getting your passport as soon as possible. Best option is to do it through the post office. Here is the website: www.usps.gov/passport Here is some additional information about shots you will need to get before you go.Here is the website: http://wwwnc.cdc.gov/travel/content/news-announcements/relief-workers-haiti.aspx

The vision of LifeSong church is to lead every person we have influence over to become the hands, feet and mouth of Jesus Chirst. Jesus love for us and our love for Him will compel us to love people with the purpose of seeing as many people as possible saved by the grace of God.As a part of transforming our community we are committed to providing free events, labor, and social services in a variety of ways. Here are a few of the upcoming community impact events and initiatives:- Good News Club ay Lyman Elementary( We have over 200 kids every week)-Involved in planting a new church in Las Vegas (http://www.lifesonglasvegas.com)- Community wide Easter Egg Hunt- Free Kidzzone at Lymanfest on May 15th - New year-round camping ministry. (Huge community changing ministry. Lots more on this coming soon)- Mission trip to Haiti in June.- July 3rd Freedom Celebration and professional fireworks show- Back to School Splash. Free admission to the waterpark for everyone.-Free Medical and Dental Clinics for the people of our community.These are just a few of the many ways we invest in our community, nation and the world.Women's MinistryFor more information visit our AROMA blog at or email us aroma@lifesongchurchonline.com

All positions are volunteer unless otherwise notedChildren's MinistryPastor of Families Administrative Assistant- Help Pastor of Families with organization, clerical, communication etc.Assimilation Coach- Lead a team to make sure workers are scheduled, contacted, developed, trained, etc.Recruiting Captain- Recruit and screen new children's workersSafety Captain- Cirriculem Captain-Leadership Captain-Resource Captain for Nursery-Preschool Coach-Team Captain for K-5 Sparks-Team Captains for...SPARKS ITNT Girls ITNT Boys ISPARKS IITNT Girls IITNT Boys IILifeSong Kidz Producer-Puppet Ministry Coach-Children's Praise Band Coach-Helping Hands Coach-Games Coach-Youth MinistryYouth Director-Junior High Coach-Senior High Coach-Youth Refreshments Coach-Youth Activities Coach-Youth Events Coach-Lead Pastor MinistriesPrayer Team Coach- Develop and lead a team that will pray during our services on Sunday. Take the prayer request each week and distribute to team to pray for them. Prayer Team- Work with Prayer coach to pray during Sunday services and for the needs of our people.Counseling Coach- Develop and lead a team of people who will be available during services for spiritual counseling.Counseling Team- Work with Counseling coach to be available during services for spiritual counseling.Lead Pastor Assistant- Keep lead pastors calendar, schedule appointments, help with communication and whatever else he needs help with. (Interview Process Required)Worship Pastor MinistriesHospitality Coach- Church-wide Fellowship Set-up Captain- Lead a team of people to set up for churchwide fellowship events.Church-wide Fellowship Clean up Captain- Lead a team to clean up after churchwide fellowship events.Church-wide Fellowship Serving Captain- Lead a team of people to serve during churchwide fellowship events.Discipleship Pastor MinistriesSmall Group Leaders- Lead a group of 8 to 16 people in sharing life together.*Requires the gift of teaching Host Homes for Small Groups- Aloow a small group to use your home as a place to share life once a week.Administrative Pastor Ministries: Teller Team Members - (4 Needed) Able to stay following the 3rd Worship Service and count monies received that morning. Attention to detail and confidentiality is a must. Team members serve on a rotational basis that averages about once per month.

E-NEWS / MARCH 4th 2010Meet our Newest Pastor! - Our new Pastor of Community Development, Hayden Wengrow, and his wife Seana will be at LifeSong on Sunday to meet you. You will have the opportunity to be introduced to Hayden and Seana during our worship services and will get to meet and greet them in the Cafe after each service. We hope to see each of you this Sunday so that you will learn more about the camps at LifeSong that they will be starting and how he will be overseeing the community development aspect of the ministry .Men's Bible Study - A new men's study based on the book "Why Men Hate Going to Church" by David Murrow will be starting this Saturday, March 6th at 9:00 am. The group will meet on the 1st and 3rd Saturday of each month for 3 months. This study looks into why and how men are important to the church and why many men find such difficulty in finding their "place" in the church. ALL men are invited to come and are encouraged to bring other men from outside of the LifeSong family as well. Cost of the book is $11.00.Discovery Dinner - Interested in becoming a LifeSong Partner and or want to learn more about LifeSong? Join us on Saturday, March 27th from 5:30pm to 6:45pm for our Discovery Dinner. Email Ashley Moore at ashley@lifesongchurchonline.com to sign-up. (Please indicate if you need child care.) Starting Point Class - Starting Point is a 7 week class where you learn how to read the Bible, how to pray, discover Spiritual Gifts, learn biblical money principles, opportunity to partner with LifeSong, and get plugged in through serving in a ministry area and joining a LifeGroup. Contact Pastor Tim (tim@lifesongchurchonline.com) to sign up. The next Starting Point Class begins Sunday, March 28th.Ladies Retreat - Registration for the 2010 Ladies Retreat is now closed. Further information will be coming soon for all ladies who have registered. 2 payments of $35 each are now due if you have not yet paid. Please see Barbie George in the Cafe on Sunday for payments, balance or other arrangements."First Touch" Team - Our greeters ministry, "First Touch", is in need of parkers and greeters for the 8:30 am and 11:30 am services. This is a great way to get to know new people at LifeSong and make a first impression with our guests! If you have a friendly personality and smile, we need you on our team. Please contact Starr Foster or Pastor Larry to be a part of this important ministry.Save the Date:Saturday, March 6th: New Men's Study Begins 9:00 amSunday, March 7th: Meet Hayden & Seana Wengrow!Fri, March 19th - Sun, March 21st: Spring Marriage Retreat in TNSaturday, March 27th: Discovery Dinner 5:30 pmSunday, March 28th: Next "Starting Point" Class Begins 11:30 amFri, April 16th - Sun, April 18th: Ladies RetreatSaturday, May 15th: LymanFESTSaturday, July 3rd: Independence Day Celebration & Fireworks!

Let everything that has breath... Ps 150:6 Carrying out the vision... "You shall love the Lord your God with all your heart, and with all your soul, and with all your strength, and with all your mind; and your neighbor as yourself." Luke 10:27 Loving the Lord your God with all your heart, mind, soul and strength is a daily act of worship. At LifeSong, we believe that "worship" is more than corporately meeting and singing together. Worship is what we were created to do. It is our purpose for living.

THE LIFESONG KIDZ MINISTRY CONSISTS OF SEVERAL TEAMS WORKING TOGETHER IN THE WILL OF GOD: DECLARING THE GREAT AND MIGHTY WORKS OF THE LORD TO THE NEXT GENERATION.ADMINISTRATION: SCHEDULING CHECK-IN INFORMATIONSUNDAY MORNINGS: KIDZ CAFE: Sunday Morning snacks NURSERY STAFF PRESCHOOL STAFF ELEMENTARY STAFF WORSHIP TEAM AWANA LEADERSHIPOTHER OPPORTUNITIES SUMMER CAMP SPORTS OUTREACH GOOD-NEWS CLUB (Weekday Ministry at Lyman Elementary) COMMUNITY TRANSFORMATION PROJECTS LYMANFEST HALLOWEEN DOWNTOWN EASTER EGG ROLL FREEDOM CELEBRATION

What you need to know:All children are checked-in prior to being admitted to their ministry area. This provides our volunteers with necessary information to properly care for the child, keep accountability, and provides contact names for emergency. A card will be given to the parent that must be used to pick-up the child after service.Nursery and younger pre-school children will go to Tiny Town where they will have plenty of areas to explore and learn. During their time in Tiny Town they will be cared for by our loving nursery team. We want your child to have devoted attention to their needs so we have implemented a policy to have no more than 4 children per adult and strive to make it no more than 3 children per adult. Throughout the morning the children will hear praise songs and scripture Truths as well as participating in learning activities. Older children ( 3 years +) will begin their Sunday morining by getting a snack from the KidZ Cafe and then joining their friends for fellowship. KidZ fellowship usually involves sliding, coloring, playing dodge ball or just hanging out at the clubhouse.Next, they will participate in large group worship where they will sing praise and worship songs (similar to the ones in the adult worship service), then Pastor Allan will preach a sermon-ette. The sermon's are Christ-centered and explain the great and mighty works of the Lord.Finally, the children will break out into age-appropriate small groups. In these groups they will work on memorizing different passages of the Bible. This work is self-paced and the child will be given a book (currently we are using curriculum from AWANA) that they can take home and study scriptures. As the child progresses through the book they will receive awards and points. The points can be used to buy items from the AWANA Store.Our goal is for you to be confident that your children are in a safe, caring, exciting environment and they are learning the basics of Faith in Jesus Christ. Thank you for your confidence and please provide feedback to Pastor Allan regarding any situation you may encounter.God Bless and hope to see you soon,LifeSong KidZ

LifeSong Vision: INVEST our lives into the mission field of the next generation. The Lord is emphatic about ministering to children and we are too! Everyone who is capable is encouraged to join us in being a witness and testimony to the children of our community & around the world. Learn about Missional Opportunities at "Read More".

As pastor of families I seek the Lord's direction for the ministries of our Children, Youth, Women's & Men's Ministry and the Senior Adults. The LORD has impressed in my heart His desire for us to Love Him and Love One Another as we live the life He has set before us together. I was raised in the mountains of California, then a few years in Dallas Texas. Spent a couple of years in the U.S. Army and 8 in the SC National Guard. After moving to SC I met the love of my life, my soul-mate, Debbie. We married on Aug 6, 1988. The Lord has blessed us with 2 wonderful daughters; Erin and Alaina. I was able to attend college and graduated from Limestone College and am currently working on finishing my Masters of Christian Education at Covington Theological Seminary. In addition to serving on staff at LifeSong I am also a Science Teacher at Blacksburg High School.The Lord has allowed us to serve Him in many ways throughout the years but in August, 2001 I began to serve Him in vocational Ministry as a Youth Pastor and was ordained in November, 2005. Debbie and I love to see God transform the hearts and lives of people and grow them in their Faith just as He does in our own family. God Bless.

Come Partner With Us I am the administrative assistant here at LifeSong Church. My husband, Dan and I have been married for 26 years. We have three sons, a lovely daughter-in-law and a beautiful granddaughter.I am a Christ follower, not so good at times, but getting there with His help. I love serving here and watching the Lord move in the hearts of the people to become a Luke 10:27 church.

Pastor of Community Development Coming Soon! Soon you will be able to access all of our sermons from this site, but until then you can find them at this link. (Click Here)

Hayden Wengrow

The LifeSong Worship Team strives to lead people to worship in Spirit and Truth through the elements of music. At LifeSong, our worship celebrations feature elements of high energy music leading to a passionate time to encounter God on a personal level.Our Worship Team is made up of three different elements:Celebration Singers- This is a group of singers who will lead worship at all of our corporate worship gatherings. This team is an auditioned group with requirements of vocal part singing and harmony recognition.Celebration Band- This is a Group of Instumentalists (guitar, bass, drums, keyboards) who will play all of our corporate worship gatherings. This team is an auditioned group with requirements of sight reading and proficient playing skills.Audio/Video Tech- This is a group who have a passion for muti-media components. This will be a volunteer group who will serve on a rotational schedule each week. This team will also handle all sound and video needs for other areas of LifeSong.If you would like to be apart of the Worship Team, please contact our Worship Pastor to schedule an appointment at larry@lifesongchurchonline.com.

Sermons From LifeSong Church The LifeSong KidZ ministry strives to provide a fun, exciting, Jesus-Centered environment for Children up to 6th grade (12 years old). On Sunday morning we have three fundamental elements for Christian Growth; Fellowship, Worship Service, and Scripture Memorization. Go to "Read More" for details. See ya soon.

WORSHIP The History Of LifeSong Church God planted Lifesong Church in 2007 to love and connect our community to Christ. We are seeing alots of new faces showing up on our campus each week. We hope you'll come join us and become a part of our story!

Our Story Keep up with the latest events, happenings and important information from LifeSong Church. This weekly email will give you everything you need to stay on top of the exciting things God is doing at LifeSong Church. Just put in your email and hit subscribe.

Subscribe to LifeSong E-News A Refreshing Approach Being a LifeSong partner is a refreshing approach to becoming apart of a body of believers. Our vision is to reach our community for Christ. When you partner with us you commit to joining a team of people who are seeing God make it happen.Our Discovery Dinner once every few months and outlines what partnership means, as well as how to become a partner. Next Discovery Dinner: March 27th, 2010 at 5:30 pm @ Lifesong Church. To sign up, e mail Tim@lifesongchurchonline.com

Amanda Patton - Administrative Assistant Andrew Lyda - Youth Leader Allan Smith - Pastor of Families Larry Lawson - Pastor of Worship Tim Lyda - Pastor of Discipleship Jeff Hickman - Lead Pastor Brian George - Pastor of Administration VISIT MY BLOG HERE I am the Pastor of Administration at LifeSong Church. My beautiful wife Barbie and I have three children - Addie, Aiden & Austin.I am a graduate of the University of South Carolina Upstate with a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration. I am also nearing completion on a Master of Divinity degree from Southern Seminary in Louisville, KY.Barbie and I are humbled and grateful to serve with such a unified body of believers...partnering together on one team to be missionaries in every aspect of life - and allowing HIM to truly lead as we seek to transform our community in and for His Name.

Pastor Brian's Blog BRIAN GEORGE BLOGBLOG

I am the Planter and Lead Pastor of LifeSong Church. My wife Amy and I have four daughters, McKenna, Bailey, Avery, and Quinn. I am a graduate of Charleston Southern University(1994) and Southeastern Seminary(1999). Our family believes that the church should be an expression of the love of God to our community and beyond. We believe that God has called us to help people find their way back to Him.

Pastor Jeff's Blog LARRY LAWSONHi- I am privileged to be the Pastor of Worship at LifeSong Church, Lyman. I am single just for the record! (and happy right now!) I graduated from Limestone College in Gaffney, SC with a Bachelors of Arts degree in Music -Church Music a long time ago. One of my greatest passions is worship and leading others to worship our Savior through the avenue of music. My other passion is people and investing in their lives. I have had the wonderful privilege of serving in some awesome churches in SC and NC- FBC-Cowpens, Anderson Mill Road Baptist (Ordained in 2000), Osborne Baptist Church, Eden, NC, Downtown Church, Greenville, SC and Kirby Memorial, Gaffney SC. LifeSong Church is a unique place and I look forward to serving God here for many years with these wonderful people. If not at the church you can find me on the tennis courts enjoying my favorite past time.But I encourage you to come and see what LC is allabout! Experience church like never before! Come, love and be loved!

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New Groups Start Throughout the YearWe have 13 Groups with 4 groups that are still open.Suzanne McClendon - Tue. Nights Location / Duncan & MooreSean Chevalier - Wed. NightsLocation / Greer Hwy 101Tony Crist - Sun. NightsLocation / DuncanShirley Edmonds - Life Bible study Sunday mornings 11:15 @ LifeSong Church (seniors)If you would like to join one of these groups please contact pastor Tim@lifesongchurchonline.com

LIFESONG KIDZ CONNECT CURRENT SERMON SERIES UPCOMING SERMON SERIES

LIFE GROUPS LifeSong LifeGroups New Semester Septembe13th!

These groups are designed to take you beyond Sunday morning worship, teaching and fellowship. We want to you to "share life" with others in our fellowship. Each gathering will study God's Word, fellowship around the table , do missions and pray together.Contact Pastor Tim for more information. Tim@lifesongchurchonline.com

REVIVE MOVEMENT Youth Life Groups:These groups meet in homes during the week and provide a great opportunity to develop deep friendships, learn God's Word and share life.

Youth Mission Statment:Equiping student to reach others through SERVICE and TRUTH

Youth Wednesday Night BigGROUP:This large group setting is designed to connect youth in the community to Jesus Christ through FUN games, FREE food and dynamic teaching. -First and Third SATURDAY of each month starting at 6:30 @ LifeSong Church

We are located at 12481 Greenville Hwy. Lyman SC. Our worship times are 8:30 AM, 10:00AM & 11:30AM on Sundays.

Our passion is to love God and others. We want you to sense how important you are by the way we love and serve you. If you have been out of church for awhile, don't worry ...you will feel right at home. You'll love the people. You will love the music. You will understand the message. We will make sure you have a great time!Casual. Come as you are. Just be yourself!

Let's face it , we've got alot of competition. You could be out boating, golfing, catching up on yardwork... Or better yet, sleeping in. We want to make Sunday mornings the best hour you spend all week. When you come to Lifesong Church the services will be upbeat and exciting. The music will make you sing to the top of your lungs and the messages will be practical, inspiring and easy to understand. Give us a try. We will change the way you think about church!

ABOUT US LifeSong Church not only loves Jesus and people, but we love God's Word. We stand on the moral absolutes of God's Word and preach it unashamedly. To learn more about what we believe click on "Read More" right below this box.

OUR BELIEFS OUR MISSION We want to see our community transformed through the power of Jesus Christ. We want people to know why they are here on this earth.

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Pastor Tim and Arlene Shafer were born and raised in central Pennsylvania, both received Jesus Christ as savior in their teens and were high school sweethearts. They were married in 1965, have four married children and seven grandchildren living in in Florida, Massachusetts and New Hampshire. Pastor Tim was called into the ministry while serving in the U.S. Navy and was involved in student ministries in Hawaii, Pennsylvania, Oklahoma, and Southern California. Pastor Tim and Arlene have helped start two churches, one in Southern California and one in central Pennsylvania.Pastor Tim and Arlene bring over 40 years of experience to the area. Pastor Tim in the areas of youth ministry, counseling, seminars, mission’s conferences, and retreats. Arlene is experienced in ladies ministries and music.Pastor T.J. and Kari Whitford grew up in families deeply involved in ministry and are both graduates of Baptist Bible College in Springfield, MO. T.J. and Kari a burden for teenagers and are in charge of our student ministries. Kari is part of our worship team.Our worship leader is Brad Blackie. Brad attended Liberty University and has over five years experience in praise and worship.Gail Murray has been our office administrator and bookeeper for seven years and handles the day to day operation of the Calvary office and finances. Gail is also a teacher in our Sunday morning Faith Weaver.

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Everything we do at Calvary fulfills our purpose,"Helping Seekers Find, Helping Servants Serve".If you are seeking a relationship with God, we can help you find what you are seeking. If you are a believer looking for a place to use your gifts to serve the Lord, we will help you find a place at Calvary.

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OPPORTUNITIES

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SUNDAYS 9:30 AM Faith Weaver - Small, age graded groups designed to help weave the Christian faith Into the Family. 10:45 AM Worship - A service of blended music and Bible teaching. Kids Own Worship - Pre K - 4th children are dismissed to their own service after Praise & WorshipWEDNESDAYS 6:15 PM AWANA - A program (Sept - May) for pre-K thru 6th grade that equips kids to be Christ followers for life. 6:30 PM UTURN - A ministry reaching students 7th-12th grade with a relevent gospel. 6:30 PM REALITY CHECK- A ministry of Bible study & prayer for adults with an emphasis on a mid-week spiritual reality check.CARE GROUPS - Small groups providing an atmosphere to build intimate relationships and biblical principles for life. Contact the church office to connect to a group. BACK to MAYBERRY - A "nostalgia based" program for all those who love "The Andy Griffith Show" (11:30 - 1:00 2nd Thursdays September - June)

Pastor Tim and Arlene Shafer were born and raised in central Pennsylvania, both received Jesus Christ as savior in their teens and were high school sweethearts. They were married in 1965, have four married children and seven grandchildren living in in Florida, New Hampshire and Massachusetts. Pastor Tim was called into the ministry while serving in the U.S. Navy and served in youth ministry in Hawaii, Pennsylvania, Oklahoma, and Southern California. Pastor Tim and Arlene have helped start two churches, one in Southern California and one in central Pennsylvania.Pastor Tim and Arlene bring over 40 years of experience to Calvary with backgrounds in music, youth ministry, counseling, seminars, mission’s conferences, and retreats. Arlene has developed choirs and choral groups in several previous churches.T.J. & Kari Whitford are graduates of Baptist Bible College in Springfield, MO. They grew up in families that were committed folowers of Jesus Christ and deeply involved in ministry. Their ministry is focused on touching the lives of students with a relevent gospel message and helping them become Christ followers.Our Worship Leader, Brad Blackie, attended Liberty University and has had several years experience serving in praise bands and worship teams.Gail Murray manages all details of Calvary's office and finances along with teaching in one of our Faith Weaver classes.

Expectations

We care more about you and your family than what you wear or acting religious. We teach a simple faith not a list of rules. We want to help you develop a relationship not a religion.

WE WILL PROTECT THE UNITY OF OUR CHURCH FAMILY By acting in love toward other members and supporting unity within the body By refusing to gossip or display a critical/contentious spirit By following Biblical church leadership By graciously accepting one another’s differences and being open to change. By willingness to keep offenses private and practice forgiveness WE WILL SHARE THE RESPONSIBILITY OF OUR CHURCH FAMILY By praying for my church family By being a light and witness to the unchurched By inviting them to attend church with me By warmly welcoming all those who attend By encouraging others who serve in the church By giving regularly, faithfully, generously, and cheerfully WE WILL SERVE IN THE MINISTRY OF OUR CHURCH FAMILY By discovering and using my gifts and talents By being equipped to serve by my pastors By developing a servant’s heart and spiritWE WILL SUPPORT THE TESTIMONY OF OUR CHURCH FAMILY By attending faithfully By living a godly life as an example to others By being prepared to share my faith as God gives me the opportunity

About the Bible The Bible is God’s Word to all humanity. It was written by human authors, under the supernatural guidance of the Holy Spirit. It is the supreme source of truth for Christian beliefs and living. Because it is verbally inspired by God, it is truth without any mixture of error.About God God is the Creator and Ruler of the universe. He is holy, self-existent, and eternally self-revealing in three distinct persons: the Father, the Son and the Holy Spirit. These three are co-equal and are one God.About the Holy Spirit The Holy Spirit is equal with the Father and the Son as God. He is present in the world to make people aware of their need for Jesus Christ. He lives in every Christian from the moment of salvation sealing them as part of the family of God. He provides the Christian with power for spiritual living and growth, understanding of spiritual truth, and guidance in doing what is right and spiritual gifts for ministry in the body. Each believer should seek to live under His control daily. We hold to a non-charasmatic view in regards to spiritual gifts (gifts of apostle, prophecy, tongues, interpretation, healings, miracles, discerning spirits, word of wisdom, word of knowledge were validating "sign" gifts that ceased upon the completion of the New Testament)About Humanity Humans were made in the spiritual image of God, to be like Him in character. Humans are the supreme object of God’s creation. Although people have tremendous potential for good, we are marred by an attitude of disobedience toward God called sin. This attitude separates human beings from God and they have no ability to remedy this situation outside of Jesus ChristAbout Eternity Human beings were created to exist forever. We will either exist eternally separated from God in Hell because of the sin of rejecting Jesus Christ or in union with God in Heaven because we have received forgiveness and salvation by trusting Jesus as our Savior. Heaven and Hell are the only places of eternal existence.About Jesus Christ Jesus Christ is the Son of God, was born of a virgin and is co-equal with the Father. Jesus lived a sinless human life and offered Himself as the perfect sacrifice and substitute for the sins for all humanity by shedding His blood and dying on a cross. He arose from the dead after three days to demonstrate His power over sin and death and God’s acceptance of His sacrifice. He ascended to Heaven’s glory and will return again to take his family to heaven. Then at the end of the Tribulation He will return to earth to reign as King of Kings and Lord of Lords.About Salvation Salvation is a gracious gift from God to humanity. Human beings can never make up for their sin by self-improvement or good works. Only by repentance toward God and faith in Jesus Christ as God’s offer of forgiveness can people be saved from sin’s penalty and have a place in God’s family. Eternal life begins the moment one receives Jesus Christ into their life by faith.About Eternal Security Because God gives those who sincerely repent and believe eternal life through Jesus Christ, the believer is secure in that salvation for eternity. Salvation is maintained by the grace and power of God, not by the self-effort of the Christian. It is the grace and keeping power of God that gives this security.About the Church The Church is the body of Jesus Christ who is its head. The Local Church is a fellowship of baptized believers, gathering together in a certain locality, bound by a covenant of commitment to common beliefs, to glorify Jesus Christ in worship, spiritual growth, and in evangelistic effort to proclaim God’s love in Jesus Christ. The Lord has given the Church two ordnances, the immersion of each believer in water (Baptism) as a symbol of their identification with Jesus Christ as Savior, and the Lord’s Supper which is a symbol of the sinless life and sacrificial, blood-atoning death of Jesus Christ.About Evangelism It is the responsibility and obligation of all believers to be witnesses to the grace of God and the Lord Jesus Christ in every area of our life, actions, attitudes and words. It is the corporate responsibility and obligation of believers through their local church to proclaim the Gospel around the world by going and sending… going ourselves to those who have not believed the Gospel and sending others through financial and prayer support.

We believe in certain foundational truths found in the Bible that are the pillars of Christianity.

Our Commitment

We believe that God has called believers to life in community and that means a call to commitment.

Tim Shafer, Lead PastorArlene Shafer, Music DirectorT.J. & Kari Whitford, Student MinistriesBrad Blackie, Worship LeaderGail Murray, Office Administrator

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We attempt to provide a worship atmosphere blending traditional and contemporary, giving creative and credible opportunities for people to begin a personal relationship with Jesus Christ, grow in that relationship through a caring community of faith, and reach out to others with the truth and love of Jesus in a way that expresses who God made them to be.


View Larger Map Thousands of years ago, Jesus began calling people to begin a spiritual journey by following him. He offered something much more powerful and transforming than just making a living. He offered a way of life -- a way of living and being, a way of believing and serving, a way of connecting with ourselves, other people, and with God. Jesus offered all this, and He offered himself.Those first followers of Jesus had no idea where their journey would take them. They could never have guessed the enormity of this new beginning -- yet they did have a sense that this was the thing for which they had hungered all their lives. Completely clueless about what the future would hold if they dared follow Jesus, they dared to follow Jesus anyway -- and invited their closest friends and family to follow too.Like those first followers, you too may have hungered for something all your life. You do not know where such a spiritual journey may ultimately lead -- yet you may sense that there is a Power greater than yourself, a Power that leads to New Beginnings, a Power that calls us to Life, a Power that transforms the human soul. That Power is God -- who came among us as one of us, in Jesus Christ.If you are curious about what such a journey might mean for your life or, if you have already begun that spiritual journey, we would like to assist you in Building Your Life and the Lives of Your Family and Friends. Join us this Sunday or contact us for a personal appointment.

Helping Hands MinistryWe believe that as brothers and sisters in Christ, we are called upon to help one another. Our Helping Hands ministry was designed to assist people in our church who are facing temporary difficulties or are otherwise experiencing temporary challenges in carrying out day-to-day responsibilities. These may include situations such as a death in the family, the birth of a child, or a short-term illness or injury that prohibits a parent from caring for the household responsibilities.

Through the Roof (Special Needs Ministry) DescriptionWe believe that children with special needs are important to God and they can make a difference in the lives of other people. The purpose of Through the Roof is to provide an environment where children with special needs can experience and learn about God and receive proper care while allowing their parents to attend the worship service. Each child is matched with a well-qualifi

Missions Ministry DescriptionAt DCC, we believe that God has called us to not only impact our community but the entire world. We accomplish this through mission trips (overseas and within the U.S.), supporting local missions and missionaries.

Impact DescriptionWe believe that impacting our community and our world is what God is calling us to do. Through church wide impact drives and events, we give our congregation the opportunity to truly show God’s love to others and make a difference in their lives.

We believe that God has called us to impact our community in a huge way. Our DCC Impact ministries focus on doing just that. Through events, drives, mission trips and helping those in need within our congregation, we strive to make a lasting difference in the Delaware community and around the world.

Student Ministry DescriptionWe believe that students are important to God and students can make a difference in the lives of other people. Our student ministry provides an opportunity to experience God through worship, grow together with other students, grow in their relationship with God and impact the world around them. We strive to give our students everything they need to become true followers of Christ in the tough world in which they live.

Children’s MinistryWe believe that children are important to God and children can make a difference in the lives of other people. Our Kidzone Children’s Ministry is specifically designed to provide children an opportunity to experience God through worship, grow in their relationship with God through large and small group time, and impact the world around them.

Women's MinistryWe believe women of all ages need to grow in a life-changing relationship with Jesus Christ and each other. Through this ministry women are encouraged to take the next step closer to God and share in the lives of other women through group events and BIble studies. By becoming part of this ministry, real women experience real life together.

Men’s Ministry DescriptionBuilt around Bible study and fellowship, the men’s ministry is designed to help men grow closer to God and each other. Studies typically run Fall-Spring on Saturday mornings. For information, contact Al Perry… al@dccwired.org

Small Groups Ministry DescriptionOur hope is that every person who calls DCC home will be involved in a small group. We offer groups for men, women and married couples. Groups meet on a tri-mester basis, taking a break during the months of April, August & December. For questions about small groups,

Our Grow ministries exist to help us take our next step towards God. We believe we should constantly be working on our relationship with God and growing closer to Him. Whether it’s joining a small group, a men’s or women’s Bible study, or teaching children about Jesus, there are many opportunities to take your next step towards God at DCC.

Host Ministry DescriptionThe Host Ministry Team prepares the Family Life Center for our worship services each week. This team serves before, during and after both worship services. Members of this team have the opportunity to provide a positive first impression to visitors as well as members and regular attenders of DCC. Our goal is to make our Sunday morning services the best worship experience possible for everyone.

First Impressions Ministry DescriptionWe believe the first impression we make on DCC guests may be the most important. Because of this, we strive to give our guests the friendliest welcome we possibly can. Through greeting people as they walk through our doors, helping parents find children’s classrooms and providing valuable information at our information table, it’s our goal to make our guests Sunday morning worship experience a great one.

Worship Ministry DescriptionWe believe worshipping as a community is extremely important because it is our opportunity as a congregation to be encouraged and feel God’s presence through music, scripture, communion, offering and other creative elements of our worship services. Each and every week we

At Delaware Christian Church we believe in experiencing God in a real and personal way. All of our Experience ministries focus on making our Sunday morning worship services a true experience with God.



EXPERIENCE The Gallery can be rearranged many different ways. Please see the ReadMe.htm file for further instructions.

This is the same module as the previous with a few altered settings. The gallery is now created from an xml file instead of a directory. Also the gallery has been attached to the smooth scroller 2 module.CustomizingOpen the thumbnails module and set imagesFromDirvar imagesFromDir = falsePlease see the demoSite.fla source for working examples.EditingWhen editing your website, right click over Gallery thumbnails and "Select a File" and choose an xml file of images. You will find the example gallery.xml file in the data/xml directory. Flashblocks ML will take care of the rest, creating both thumbnail and full size images to the specified dimensions.

The Quotes Module fades in and out displaying a list of quotes to the visitor. The speed at which each quote is displayed varies depending on the length of each quotes text and the speed that the designer designated while designing the website.This Module allows the administrator to easily add, delete and rearrange items, all from withing Flashblocks ML.

Quotes Module Scroll through and select the product that you wish to learn more about. Then select the product from the description area, on the right, to add that item to your PayPal shopping cart.This example is, once again, created by the List Module. The contents are the same as those found in the previous example Although this time, on the right, there is an additional movie clip, that displays the full text from the original list. As before products may be added, rearranged, edited, and deleted by the administrator.

The List Module powered News feed allows for many more options then previously available. Display news in a running list or, as in this example, display just the headlines, with additional viewable details, as in the News 2 example that follows.All three of these News Example are reading from the same file, list_news.xml.Right-Click or press Ctrl+Shift while your mouse is over each module to see editing options.

The News Module and RSS Subscription Module work well together allowing your visitors to view your latest news and subscribe via RSS feed.Administrators may edit multiple news files, in RSS format, right from Flashblocks ML, adding, deleting and rearranging news items.Right-Click or press Ctrl+Shift while your mouse is over each module to see editing options.

It's easy to create this gallery in Flash with Flashblocks ML. All you need is a directory of images or a single XML file and everything will be resized and created for you.Editing from a DirectoryWhen editing your website, right click over the Gallery thumbnails and "Select a Directory" of images. Flashblocks ML will take care of the rest, creating both thumbnail and full size images to the specified dimensions.DesigningJust drop the "Gallery thumbnails" movie clip onto the stage and give it a unique instance name. Resize it to the dimensions you wish for the scrolling thumbnails.Then drop the "Gallery full size image" movie clip onto the stage and give it a unique instance name. Resize it to the dimensions you desire for your full size image.CustomizingOpen the movie clips, "Gallery thumbnails" and "Gallery full size image". You will see many option for customizations. Please see the ReadMe.htm file for further instructions.

Gallery Example This Template example uses individual external XML data files for each template instance.Edit the menu below and change the template from horizontal to vertical layout. The image will automatically resize and crop to fit the new template. Text will auto wrap to fit the new template.

Flashblocks Template Example 2 Name Email Phone TEMPLATE1 EXAMPLE The template movie clip is attached from the library and given a unique instance name to differentiate each instance's data. In this example we store all data in the current data file.

Feel free to contact Flashblocks from here. Also consider using the forum for technical issues, ideas and helpful hints.It is very simple, while logged in, to change the email address that this form is sent to. Just Right-Click or press Ctrl+Shift while your mouse is over the send button to see the necessary editing options.

Flashblocks Contact Form Flashblocks Template Example 1 Flashblocks News Flashblocks News 2 Email a Message SEND info@flashblocks.com Template Instance #3 Template Instance #2 Template Instance #1 $120 Flashblocks ML additional license. Ask about bulk licenses as low as $30 each. $240 Flashblocks ML The Flash Content Management System. On this page you will find two PayPal Modules. Both allow the visitor to easily add items to a PayPal shopping cart.The first example, on the left, is created by the List Module. It is very powerful allowing for products to be added, rearranged, edited, and deleted by the administrator. Scroll through and select the product that you wish to add to you PayPal shopping cart.The second example, on the right, is less dynamic but even easier to add to your website and even simpler to edit.Try editing content now. Right-Click or press Ctrl+Shift while your mouse is over each module to see editing options.

Flashblocks Store Flashblocks Store 2 Subscribe to the Flashblocks RSS News Feed Two years after the well received release of Flashblocks Developer, comes Flashblocks ML, the Flash CMS component set. Flash Content Management is now more powerful, endlessly expandable, and yet simple.You are welcome to login and immediately start editing this websites content. Just Right-Click or press Ctrl+Shift to Login and begin. Once logged in, you will see glowing areas, designating content that you may edit. Move your mouse over each glowing area and, once again, Right-Click or press Ctrl+Shift. This time you will see editing options, specific for each type of content that your mouse is placed over. Explore, relax, and have fun. Flashblocks ML is easy.This demonstration website comes with your purchase of Flashblocks ML. The source is included, and all of the modules that you see here are fully customizable, allowing you to learn from example and get up to speed quickly.

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Most people are spending their lives just “Making a Living” for themselves and their family. At Calvary we are focused on helping families “Build a Life.”

SUNDAYS 9:30 AM Faith Weaver 10:45 AM WorshipWEDNESDAYS 6:30 PM AWANA (preK-6th) UTURN (7th-12th) Reality Check (adults)

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What We BelieveGOD- God is the creator and ruler of the universe. He has eternally existed in three personalities: the Father, the Son, and the Holy Spirit. These three are co-equal and one God.Genesis 1:1, 26-27 ; 3:22, Psalms 90:2, Matthew 28:19, I Peter 1:2, II Corinthians 13:14MAN- Man is made in the spiritual image of God, to be like Him in character. He is the supreme object of God's creation. Although man has tremendous potential for good, he is marred by an attitude of disobedience toward God called "sin". This attitude separates man from God.Genesis 1:27, Psalm 8:3-6, Isaiah 53:6a, Romans 3:23, Isaiah 59:1-2Eternity- Man was created to exist forever. He will either exist eternally separated from God by sin, or in union with God, through forgiveness and salvation. To be eternally separated from God is Hell. To be eternally in union with Him is eternal life. Heaven and Hell are places of eternal existence.John 3:16, I John 2:25; 5:11-13, Romans 6:23, Revelation 20:15Jesus Christ- Jesus Christ is the Son of God. He is co-equal with the Father. Jesus lived a sinless human life and offered Himself as the perfect sacrifice for the sins of men by dying on the cross. He arose from the dead after three days to demonstrate His power over sin and death. He ascended to Heaven's glory and will return again to reign as King of Kings and Lord of Lords.Matthew 1:22-23, Isaiah 9:6, John 1:1-5, 14:10-30, Hebrews 4:14-15, I Corinthians 15:3-4, Romans 1:3-4, Acts 1:9-11, I Timothy 6:14-15, Titus 2:13Salvation- Salvation is a gift from God to man. Man can never make up for his sin by self-improvement or good works. Only by trusting in Jesus Christ as God's offer for forgiveness can man be saved from sin's penalty. Eternal life begins the moment one receives Jesus Christ into his life by faith.Romans 6:23, Ephesians 2:8-9, John 14:6; 1:12, Titus 3:5, Galatians 3:26, Romans 5:1Eternal Life- Because God gives man eternal life through Jesus Christ, the believer is secure in that salvation for eternity. Salvation is maintained by the grace and power of God, not by the self-effort of the Christian. It is the grace and keeping power of God that gives this security.John 10:29, II Timothy 1:12, Hebrews 7:25; 10:10-14, I Peter 1:3-5The Holy Spirit- The Holy Spirit is equal with the Father and the Son of God. He is present in the world to make men aware of their need for Jesus Christ. He also lives in every believer from the moment of salvation. He provides the Christian with power for living, understanding of spiritual truth, and guidance in doing what is right.II Corinthians 3:17, John 16:7-13; 14:16-17, Acts 1:8, I Corinthians 2:12; 3:16, Ephesians 1:13; 5:18 Galatians 5:25The Bible- The Bible is the Word of God to all men. It was written by human authors under the supernatural guidance of the Holy Spirit. It is the supreme source of truth for Christian beliefs and living. because it is inspired by God, it is truth without any mixture of error.II Timothy 3:16-17, II Peter 1:20-21, II Timothy 1:13, Psalm 119:105, 160,Psalm 12:6, Proverbs 30:5

Flashblocks a Flash Content Management System for Flash Websites. http://flashblocks.com/ Flashblocks Flash CMS http://flashblocks.com Just move your mouse over this list. Then right-click or Press Ctrl+Shift together. Select "Edit List" from the contextual menu to launch the XML editor and edit this current list. You will then see a data tree on the right. Open each branch to discover more data. Select the item you wish to edit from the editor. Change the any information you wish. You may open each item to edit more information, such as, leading text, description text and even select an image to include in the listed items. The new List Component has been added to the demo site that comes with Flashblocks ML The new List Module is very useful and can be used to format and display a simple blog, latest news, or even PayPal store. See the demo site for examples. Insert images into each item of the List Module The List Module was created as a working example of the many possibilities of the XML Editor. This first example uses the List Module much like a blog or latest news listing - all news entires are displayed in sequence. title, date, leading and description attributes are read from an RSS 2.0 formatted XML file. Simply what this means is that all data is stored in a very simple XML file that can be edited through Flashblocks or with a text editor. In addition, this file can be subscribed to by an RSS application. The new Smooth Scroller 2 Module is useful when posts extend beyond the viewable area. The Smooth Scroller 2 Module can display all kinds of data. The "News 2" and "Store 2" examples both use the new Smooth scrolling Module, "Smooth scroller2", found in the demo site library. The new List Module is very useful and can be used to format and display a simple blog, latest news, or even PayPal store. display a simple blog, latest news, or even PayPal store. Please see the demo site, for the List Module source code, and get started right away.

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