The current mission will focus its efforts on other basic human needs – water, hygiene and shelter.  This is where you can personally make a difference in the life of someone in Haiti.  Supplies are needed for the team and the time is short.

H.E.L.P. – Haiti Emergency Living Pack – was introduced at the Calvary services last Sunday and many have already stepped up generously.  If you were one of those individuals, thank you!!

For as little as $9.00 you can provide water purification tablets, or as much as $300 you can donate an entire Pack including a tent that will house a family of four.  Please see the flyer attached to this E-mail for a full list of supplies needed for H.E.L.P.  Tents must be new and waterproof, and time is critical – we must have everything at Calvary by March 7 to make the shipment.

Make a difference – H.E.L.P.:  water, a mess kit, a tent or something in between.  Every item received by March 7 will be used directly for someone in Haiti. Every contribution will go 100% for Haiti Relief. You can make a difference.  If you prefer to have the Haiti Relief team do the shopping, send a donation to Calvary at the address below and mark H.E.L.P. – Haiti on the Memo Line

Date: December 12th, 2010

Contact Bev Ingram if you would like to join a one-day trip to visit Grace Children’s Home just outside of Rosarito, Mexico.  They will be bringing needed supplies down to the children and throwing a pizza party.  Cost $50   bevjingram@cs.com

ISRAEL

Our team will be working in partnership with Musalaha Ministry of Reconciliation at a weeklong camp for Palestinian youth in Bethlehem.  Watch this video to learn more about the camp.  The team will also be spending a week walking where Jesus walked on a tour of the Holy Land.  This is an amazing opportunity to see Israel while also getting the chance to serve and show the love of Jesus.

Dates: July 3rd-17th

Cost: $2,300 approx.

Contact: Elsa Navarro  elsan@amgen.com

Israel Trip Photo Gallery

UGANDA

The Uganda Medical Team will be setting up mobile clinics in our partner churches of Kampala to treat the poor within their communities in need of medical care.  They will also provide treatment and lots of love to the children at God Cares School.  We are still looking for more doctors, nurses, and anyone else who is willing to serve and share the love of Jesus.

If you would like to support the trip financially or with medical supplies, please contact brian.field@calvarycc.org

Dates: January 14-25, 2010

Cost: $2400 approx.

Contact: Jordan Lee  jordancooperlee@gmail.com

Apply: Short Term Trip Application (download) Please return completed applications to Brian Field, Mission Director at the Calvary Staff Offices or email it to  brian.field@calvarycc.org

Join the team from Calvary as we deliver shoe boxes filled with Christmas gifts and serve the community of Bella Vista in Ensenada, Mexico.  We will be staying at Mt. Zion Church serving alongside Pastor Luis & Mimi Ojeda and their ministry.  There will also be a day trip to the Kumeyaay Indian community.  This is a family-friendly trip for children 7 years and up.  Spots will fill up fast so make sure to sign up early!

Dates: December 11th-13th, 2009.    The team will depart Calvary at 6am on Friday morning and return Sunday evening.

Team Meetings: There will be two team meetings that you will need to attend in preparation for the trip.

1st Meeting: Sunday, November 15th, 12:30pm  (After the 11am service); Trip introduction, connect with team and organize projects for the trip.

2nd Meeting: Monday, December 7th, 6:30 Shoebox Wrapping Party and final preparations for trip.

Cost: $75 adult/$45 children, Checks made payable to Calvary Community Church, Write in memo: Mexico Shoebox Trip

Transportation: We are encouraging everyone to ride in Calvary vans.  There is no cost to you for transportation if you ride in one of our vans.  If you choose to take your own vehicle, you will be responsible for the cost of gas/insurance (approx. cost $100/gas & $45 Mexico insurance per vehicle www.bajabound.com ).  It will also be required that you pair off with another vehicle the entire way there and back.

Travel Documentation: Those 16 or older are required to carry a passport when traveling to Mexico.  Children under 16 may use an original or copy of their birth certificate.  Click here for official travel guidelines.

Applications: Applications are required to participate on the trip.  Download one Short Term Trip Application or pick up at the mission counter.  You are only required to fill out the first page of the application for weekend Mexico trips and sign the Release on page two.  Children’s info can be included on the parent/guardians application.  Completed applications should be turned into Brian Field in the Calvary Staff Offices or dropped off at the green Community/World drop box at the mission counter.

Distance to Ensenada: Approx. 220 miles.

What to Bring: Packing List

Contact: Brian Field, Mission Director, brian.field@calvarycc.org or 818 575-2266

Philippi, West Virginia

Come on a journey with us June 2010 for one week in the Appalachians.  In partnership with World Vision Appalachia, we will be giving a helping hand to those in real need in Philippi, West Virginia and it’s surrounding communities.  There will be many opportunities for everyone to serve–from construction projects and sports camp to vacation bible school.  Whether you are a student, teacher, single, married, or a whole family, this trip is open to all ages and is a great opportunity to serve on a mission trip in the United States.

Dates: June 27th-July 5th.

Cost: $1,000 approx.

Deposit of $50 is required to book your flight.  Full payment of flight will be due by May 14th.  As of Jan. 13th the airfare is $450.  DON’T DELAY IN GETTING IN YOUR DEPOSIT AND Short Term Trip Application.

Accommodation: The team will be staying in the residence hall of Alderson Broaddus College with access to an indoor swimming pool and play field for free time fun!

Contact Linda Krukowski: Linda_Krukowski@yahoo.com or (805) 379-0125

Info Meeting:  January. 28th, 7:00pm Room 2104, Calvary Community Church

Team Meetings will begin in February.