2026 Daily Texts - Tomorrow is the Deadline!
It’s time again to order your copies of the Daily Texts for next year! We ask that you consider how many copies you would like for yourself and for gifts, so that we can take advantage of the publisher's early bird pricing and purchase an accurate number of preorders. Please submit your preorders by August 8th to lock in the early bird pricing below. We will be purchasing very few extra copies with this first order. We, of course, can order more later at an increased price. Email Jacob at jacob@calvarymoravian.org with your order or call the church office. No prepayment is needed, we will take payment when the books arrive this Fall. Thank you!
Prices through August 8th
Hardcover - $15.50
Small paperback - $13.00
Large print paperback - $14.50
Journal edition - $17.00
Blessing of the Backpacks
This Sunday, August 10th, we’ll celebrate the start of a new school year!
During worship, we’ll have new stickers and tags as we participate in our annual Blessing of the Backpacks & Devices! Students, teachers, administrators, staff, all educators: Bring your bags! We can’t wait to pray ourselves into a new year remembering that with God all things are possible.
Church-wide Retreat - Deadline is this Sunday!
We’re heading to Laurel Ridge for our annual retreat! It’s happening over Labor Day Weekend, August 29th-31st, and all members/families are invited. Expect a weekend full of connection, worship, fun, and peace in the mountains. Bring the whole family: there’s something for everyone! You can also elect to stay an extra night on Sunday for the holiday weekend. To register, please fill out the Google form below and then contact Karen Eagle at Laurel Ridge (336.359.2951 ext. 231 or guests@laurelridge.org) to book your room(s). If you prefer to not register electronically or have any questions, you can also reach out to Elaine Peddycord (peddycj@bellsouth.net or (336) 692-3236). The deadline for registration is Sunday, August 10th. Hope to see you there!
Brew Your Faith
On August 12th at 7 PM, Pastor Chaz will begin leading a discussion group called Brew Your Faith on the 2nd Tuesdays of each month. The meetings will be held at Lot 63 in Old Salem (614 S Main St). We hope to see you there for fellowship!
Opportunity for Community & Prayer
Virtual prayer meetings will be offered on the 2nd and 4th Tuesdays of each month, at 9:00 AM via Zoom. The next meeting will be Tuesday, August 12th. We will pray for ourselves, for those on our prayer list, and for our church and world. This Zoom prayer time will last about 15 minutes, and gives us an additional opportunity to check in and share the people and things that we hold in our hearts. Confidentiality will be an essential part of these times together; when talking with someone else about the prayer time, it’s OK to say what you yourself shared, but not OK to say what anyone else shared. The link to join the meeting is https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81364100880
Women’s Bible Study and Opportunity for Fellowship
Our Wednesday morning women's Bible study will resume on September 10th from 10-11:30 AM in the Burke Room and go through November 19th. It is not necessary to attend every week. Feel free to attend when you can and bring a friend if you'd like. We will be studying Genesis 1-11 this fall with the book “God of Creation” by Jen Wilkins. The book is available at the following link: Click here to purchase. For any questions or if you need help getting a book, you can contact Bette Peterson (321-403-1707 or bettepeterson@icloud.com)or Barbara Howard (336-254-4572 or howardbb97@gmail.com).
Calvary Moravian Women’s Day
All women who are members and friends of Calvary Moravian Church are invited to the Calvary Women's Day on Saturday, October 4th, here at Calvary! We will gather for coffee and fellowship (and some fun!) around 9:30-10:00 am. The Rt. Rev. Carol Foltz, who served here as Assistant Pastor, will lead us in a Bible study and conversation. Following a meal prepared and served by our brothers, we will share in a service project as directed by David Holston, Executive Director of Sunnyside Ministry. We will close with devotions, and be on our way encouraged and inspired before 3:00 pm. Register by clicking HERE or by calling the church office. Child care will be available. Transportation will be available for those who don’t drive! Questions? Contact Pastor Nola.
Calvary’s Day at the Dash Game
The Christian Education Committee is hosting another Calvary Moravian Day at the Dash baseball game on Sunday, August 17th at 2 PM. Below is a link to purchase tickets in our block of seats. Tickets are $12 (plus a processing fee) and will be emailed to you. The link may also be shared with friends and family who want to join in the fun. We hope you will join us!
www.gofevo.com/event/Calvarymoravian27
The Next Breakfast Bunch
August 19th, 9 AM at Carriage House. Please contact Pat George (336) 971-3429 or Linda Smith (336) 978-6082 to RSVP.
Financial Deep Dive - September 14th
On Sunday, September 14th, following worship, our Finance Committee will hold another deep dive session and share financial information connected to the feasibility study, and talk about how the Joint Board plans to address the top priorities identified by our congregation. Lunch will be served. Please RSVP by contacting Jacob (jacob@calvarymoravian.org or 336-722-3703).
Chicken Pie Making
Who wants to help make chicken pies? Let's get this joyful (and yummy!) tradition re-started here at Calvary! If you're interested in taking part, even if you've never done it before, please contact Jan Bullins (jtbullins@gmail.com, 336-655-9444). We'd like to get started in September!
Friendship Sunday School Class
Join the Friendship Class this fall beginning on September 7th for an engaging 12-week New Testament study. Participants will read a manageable 3-5 chapters of the Bible daily in preparation for the weekly meetings at 9:45 on Sunday mornings. Please contact Justin or Lauren Stultz to sign-up by 8/17 so we can order study manuals for all participants.
Tuesday Night Band Class
Beginning band class will start on Tuesday September 2, 2025, at Home Moravian Church. Sponsored jointly with Salem Congregation, Beginning Band Class will once again be offered under the leadership of Robah Ogburn and Connie Merritt. Each Tuesday night, the class will meet at 6:30pm for all student’s 6th grade and up (we have had students starting in their 80’s). If you do not know what instrument you want to learn, the leaders will help you make that decision on the first night. Salem Congregation Chorale Band will meet at 7:30 each Tuesday and is open to all interested players. This group is targeted for all players that have at least completed Beginning Band as well as those that have played for many years. Both bands will meet in the Rehearsal Room on the lower level of the Rhondthaler building. Please contact Connie (kapwing@triad.rr.com) or Robah (RobahOgburn@Yahoo.com) if you have questions or need additional information.
Upcoming Committee Meetings
August 11th at 1 PM - Finance Committee Meeting
August 14th at 7 PM - Christian Education Meeting
August 18th at 5:30 PM - Joint Board Meeting
August 19th at 5 PM - Stewardship Committee Meeting
Calvary Moravian Acolytes
We would love to have your youngest Moravian join our worship team as an acolyte this summer. Please review the available slots at the link below and sign up there. Once you sign up, if you are unable to attend the service, please try to switch with someone if possible, and notify Jayne Grubbs (jwgrubbs8@gmail.com or 336-254-1527) OR Jennifer Carter (carterfamily2512@gmail.com). Thank you for helping our youngest members as they help lead us in worship!