tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6902217908321807868Fri, 13 Sep 2024 14:08:34 +0000Harvey House5th gradeHarvey YMCAHomework TrailerJackie RiveraKids CafeMrs. Melvinfood7th Grade8th gradeCalvary AcademyMiss MistonMrs. HovingMrs. McKnightWindmillpray6th gradeDay CareMiss CooperMrs. SullivanSouth Hollandcommunityministrypreschoolersservice projectsStudents and teachers from Calvary Academy in South Holland are sharing the love of Christ in their community!http://caserves.blogspot.com/noreply@blogger.com (Unknown)Blogger37125en-usnoStudents and teachers from Calvary Academy in South Holland are sharing the love of Christ in their community!noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6902217908321807868.post-8636858462848071929Mon, 02 Mar 2009 18:18:00 +00002009-03-02T12:19:46.823-06:00Our 7th grade students want to share some of the experiences that they have had throughout their missions trips. Read and enjoy. Mathew Jameshttp://caserves.blogspot.com/2009/03/7th-grade-memories.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Mathew James)26tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6902217908321807868.post-4732058502397231859Thu, 15 May 2008 16:57:00 +00002008-05-22T12:11:44.509-05:00Once again there was a special connection between the students and the residents today. It was very evident that God was using these little ones to minister to the seniors. They were given cards and photos made by each student. There was alot of interaction as students talked and prayed with individual residents. There was an abundance of smiles and laughter on both parts. Hugs were exchanged andhttp://caserves.blogspot.com/2008/05/2nd-graders-bless-residents-at-windmill.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Unknown)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6902217908321807868.post-2245585903273038244Tue, 13 May 2008 16:52:00 +00002008-05-22T11:57:35.494-05:00The first graders used a patriotic theme as they sang songs, read verses, and passed out crafts to the seniors at Holland House. Many were blessed as a result of their visit as evidenced by those who shared positive comments afterward. Great job FIRST GRADERS!http://caserves.blogspot.com/2008/05/1st-grade-students-minister-to-holland.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Unknown)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6902217908321807868.post-5105201710900752095Thu, 01 May 2008 19:49:00 +00002008-05-01T14:58:42.709-05:00Once again another group of students went to the Thrift Store to help clean, dust, sort, and organize the donated items. Some students dusted the funiture, some sorted clothes and books, and some helped organize items. Their help was greatly appreciated.http://caserves.blogspot.com/2008/05/3rd-graders-helps-out-at-thrift-store.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Unknown)1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6902217908321807868.post-3541319894341249775Thu, 01 May 2008 19:30:00 +00002008-05-01T14:48:50.014-05:00Miss Talbert and Mrs. Mathews took their classes on a field trip today to visit and minister to the elderly at Rest Haven South. They sang "Our God Is An Awesome God", "Shout to the Lord", "Trading My Shame", and "I Need You". The motions to the songs were very fun to watch. They also quoted Psalm 100 in unison as the residents listened. In between songs they walked around and talked with the http://caserves.blogspot.com/2008/05/kindergarten-travels-to-rest-haven.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Unknown)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6902217908321807868.post-2931876236376802625Tue, 29 Apr 2008 20:17:00 +00002008-05-01T15:27:19.656-05:00Today about 15 students went to the Thrift Store to help out. Some sorted stuffed animals into clean and dirty bins, others cleaned and dusted furniture, and some opened bags of clothing and sorted them into different categories. Their cheerfulness and enthusiasm was a blessing to all! Great job 3rd Graders!!!http://caserves.blogspot.com/2008/04/3rd-grade-serves-at-thrift-store.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Unknown)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6902217908321807868.post-6824186827953287252Thu, 24 Apr 2008 20:09:00 +00002008-05-01T15:13:10.541-05:00A group of 8th graders ministered to the residents at the Harvey YMCA today by performing a skit, singing songs, and talking and praying with them and for them. As always, the residents greatly appreciated the love shown by the Calvary students.http://caserves.blogspot.com/2008/05/8th-graders-travel-to-ymca.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Unknown)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6902217908321807868.post-7094897930348608247Thu, 24 Apr 2008 20:06:00 +00002008-05-01T15:09:47.043-05:00The students helped out today by sorting clothes, vacuuming floors, taping puzzle boxes, and doing whatever they were asked to do. The best part is that they did it with a willing and joyful spirit!http://caserves.blogspot.com/2008/04/3rd-graders-serve-at-restoration.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Unknown)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6902217908321807868.post-2656095078472323539Fri, 18 Apr 2008 20:41:00 +00002008-04-18T15:44:09.211-05:00Today 6B went to the Daycare to serve the younger children. They were involved in playing with them, singing, praying, and with the Bible story time. They also made paper hearts for each preschooler and passed them out. This made each child feel special and loved!http://caserves.blogspot.com/2008/04/6b-to-daycare.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Unknown)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6902217908321807868.post-994429010146101006Thu, 17 Apr 2008 20:39:00 +00002008-04-18T15:41:35.018-05:00Today Mrs. McKnight and six 8th graders went to the YMCA in Harvey. They sang songs and played Bible trivia with the residents. They introduced them to a new song that was very lively and fun. The residents will surely remember it and may request it next time!http://caserves.blogspot.com/2008/04/8th-graders-visit-ymca.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Unknown)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6902217908321807868.post-7075154153472486651Tue, 15 Apr 2008 20:36:00 +00002008-04-18T15:38:59.343-05:00Today several 7th graders went to Windmill to minister and serve. They participated in a game of "balloon volleyball" with some of the residents. It was a fun time to laugh and play together.http://caserves.blogspot.com/2008/04/7th-grade-to-windmill_15.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Unknown)9tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6902217908321807868.post-1553754747270789162Fri, 11 Apr 2008 20:33:00 +00002008-04-18T15:36:30.000-05:00Today Mrs. Kramer took her 6th grade class over to help with the preschoolers. They were able to share the lover of Jesus with these precious little ones. There were times of singing, praying, and Bible stories. It was a great time!http://caserves.blogspot.com/2008/04/6a-to-daycare.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Unknown)1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6902217908321807868.post-3967602096089062324Wed, 09 Apr 2008 20:45:00 +00002008-04-09T15:48:30.443-05:00Miss Cooper and six of her students went to Windmill today to show the residents the love of Jesus. They sat with them and talked and made a craft together. The craft was a flag made of bits of colored paper glued to a cardboard base. They attached a hangar so that it can be displayed on Memorial Day, Flag Day, and the 4th of July.http://caserves.blogspot.com/2008/04/7th-grade-to-windmill.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Unknown)3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6902217908321807868.post-517139146020450234Thu, 03 Apr 2008 19:32:00 +00002008-04-04T08:11:51.130-05:00Mrs. Sullivan and six 8th graders performed in a skit entitled, "Jesus Can Dance." It was a clever bit of acting that portrayed the joy and freedom we have in Christ by using the skit in a figurative way. The seniors laughed while the students sang and danced and they applauded the students at the end of it. They definitely got their message across to the residents. Great job!http://caserves.blogspot.com/2008/04/8th-graders-entertain-seniors-at-ymca.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Unknown)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6902217908321807868.post-9199933226403807856Thu, 20 Mar 2008 20:21:00 +00002008-03-20T15:33:42.087-05:00Mrs. Brown and her second grade class visited the residents today and helped them prepare for the Easter holiday. They visited while eating cake and sharing punch. The students later recited some Bible verses and sang some songs. Their voices were strong and united as the recited their "confession verses." They marched around the tables as they sang, "This Is The Day". The residents really did http://caserves.blogspot.com/2008/03/2nd-grade-goes-to-windmill.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Unknown)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6902217908321807868.post-2208042022660769660Thu, 20 Mar 2008 20:17:00 +00002008-03-20T15:21:07.117-05:00Today several 8th graders and their teacher, Mrs. McKnight, traveled to the Harvey YMCA to minister to the residents during their weekly Bible study. Since it it the Easter season, they talked about the events surrounding the first Easter. It was a good visit.http://caserves.blogspot.com/2008/03/8th-graders-travel-to-ymca.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Unknown)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6902217908321807868.post-2859828788960505315Wed, 19 Mar 2008 02:35:00 +00002008-03-19T05:37:00.285-05:00Oh I know that I can make itI know that I can standNo matter what may come my wayMy life is in Your hands.This was the message in song that these 7th grade young ladies brought to the residents of Windmill today. It was sung a cappella and done beautifully. It was enjoyed by the residents and was a blessing to all. The students also helped the residents make an Easter craft and their help was http://caserves.blogspot.com/2008/03/7th-graders-sing-to-windmill-residents.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Unknown)13tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6902217908321807868.post-7246172276160332313Tue, 18 Mar 2008 16:09:00 +00002008-04-18T14:50:53.428-05:00Mrs. Santana, Mrs. Barrett, and their 47 enthusiastic first graders visited residents at Holland Home today. The students started with a program which included singing, reciting Bible verses, and reading poetry related to Easter. The seniors really enjoyed the program! When finished, the first graders passed out handmade cards and bookmarks, along with Easter greetings, smiles, and hugs. Whathttp://caserves.blogspot.com/2008/03/1st-graders-go-to-holland-home.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Unknown)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6902217908321807868.post-7115718037246776051Fri, 14 Mar 2008 11:05:00 +00002008-03-18T09:49:45.346-05:00Mrs. Kramer took the 6th graders to serve at the Calvary Daycare Center. They did a variety of activities with the preschoolers. They first went into the classrooms to help in whatever way they were needed. Some sat on the floor and played with the children and some sang songs with the children. After this small group time, they went into the large group and helped lead in singing worhip songs. http://caserves.blogspot.com/2008/03/6th-graders-go-to-daycare.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Unknown)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6902217908321807868.post-1616780545948670483Fri, 14 Mar 2008 00:15:00 +00002008-04-14T12:39:05.514-05:00Mrs. Balentine and her entire class of 2nd graders visited the residents this afternoon. They sang a song to begin with and from the reaction of the residents it really blessed their hearts. Then the children passed out homemade cards with special greetings and bible verses to the residents. After that they sat among the residents and made an Easter craft together. All these things made the http://caserves.blogspot.com/2008/03/2nd-graders-visit-windmill-nursing.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Unknown)2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6902217908321807868.post-1283118300538151656Fri, 14 Mar 2008 00:04:00 +00002008-04-14T12:17:44.703-05:00 It was a very musical ministry day at the YMCA today! Mrs. Sullivan and several students encouraged the residents by playing their instruments (saxophone and french horn), and by leading them in several songs. They also performed a skit that provided some laughs while bringing home a Bible truth to their hearts. The residents appreciate the joy and enthusiasm that the Calvary students bring on http://caserves.blogspot.com/2008/03/8th-graders-make-music-at-ymca.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Unknown)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6902217908321807868.post-2431499778585893698Wed, 12 Mar 2008 18:12:00 +00002008-03-16T19:04:12.466-05:00Several 7th grade students traveled with Miss Cooper to Windmill today to help stuff plastic eggs with candy for the egg hunt this coming weekend. The students worked hard to get the entire giant box filled with eggs. The director was very thankful for their diligence in helping her get this job done.http://caserves.blogspot.com/2008/03/7th-graders-to-windmill-nursing.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Unknown)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6902217908321807868.post-1964929318320428878Fri, 07 Mar 2008 13:57:00 +00002008-03-14T18:46:22.808-05:006th gradeDay CarepreschoolersMrs. DuBose and her 6th grade class helped out at the Day Care by spending time with the preschoolers on Friday. They visited the classes in small groups and then went to the activity room to help with the singing and Bible study in the large group. It was a special time for the little ones to see the older children involved and ministering the the younger ones.http://caserves.blogspot.com/2008/03/6th-grade-serves-at-day-care.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Unknown)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6902217908321807868.post-1649438124388437390Fri, 07 Mar 2008 01:42:00 +00002008-03-09T07:32:08.620-05:008th gradeHarvey YMCAMrs. SullivanSeveral Calvary 8th graders traveled with Mrs. Sullivan to the Harvey YMCA today. One student played a song on her french horn and others acted out a skit about how someone can be washed from their sins. After the bible study, the students visited and prayed with the residents. The residents always seem to appreciate it when Calvary students are involved in their Thursday bible study.http://caserves.blogspot.com/2008/03/8th-graders-visit-ymca.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Unknown)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6902217908321807868.post-1806591895055910138Tue, 04 Mar 2008 16:06:00 +00002008-03-09T07:32:44.324-05:007th GradeCalvary AcademyWindmillSome 7th graders and Mr. Ross visited the elderly at Windmill Nursing Facility. They were able to visit with some of the residents before they helped with a bowling activity. A surprise meeting occurred when a lady sitting near an elderly man was asked if she thought her father would enjoy meeting a couple of 7th grade boys. She asked him and he agreed and the exchange was pleasant. We came to http://caserves.blogspot.com/2008/03/7th-graders-serve-at-windmill.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Unknown)8