CALVARY LUTHERAN CHURCH

Belleville, Illinois

News and Notes

Do you have any good news?  If so, please share it with the Church office, and we will publish it in the Chronicle.  Any good news you are willing to share is appreciated!

The first Sunday of each month is Celebration Day!  If you have anything you would like us to celebrate (new job, new baby, new pet, promotion at work, etc.) please let the Church office know.

Text Box: God’s Harvest Community Garden is finished for the season! If you would like to volunteer your time for next spring, please contact the church office at 618-234-7189 or by email at calvary@calvarybelleville.org. Text Box: Pastor Buhs’ 50th Ordination Anniversary Celebration It was a great day, complete with an inspirational worship service followed by a luncheon at the St. Clair Country Club. Everyone at the worship joined in the celebration with hearts filled with praise and thanksgiving. Joy was abounding, prayers were heartfelt, and singing filled the church in thankfulness for the life of a man who gave so many moments of his life ministering to others. Bishop Freiheit presided and preached at the Eucharistic Service and it was a memorable gift. People from congregations where Pastor served in past years, along with members from Calvary, participated in the day and it was wonderful to hear old and recent stories. Pastor Buhs shared in his own words what the day meant to him and extended his gratitude to all. The luncheon followed and the meal was great. Everyone shared at their tables and it was an uplifting afternoon. Display boards were present where people could look at old and present pictures as memories were shared. It was a day where the meaning of the Body of Christ and faith-filled community was alive and well. Congratulations to you, Pastor Buhs, a humble servant who has blessed our lives with the touch of Christ. Your presence has made a difference in our lives and we will never be the same!