2nd Grade Goes to Windmill

Mrs. 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 enjoy seeing them and talking with them. The smiles and energy of the children, along with their friendly hello's, brought great cheer to all.

8th Graders Travel to YMCA

Today 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.

7th Graders Sing to Windmill Residents

Oh I know that I can make it

I know that I can stand

No matter what may come my way

My 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 greatly appreciated. Their servant heart was evident during the visit.

1st Graders Go To Holland Home

Mrs. 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. What a great opportunity to share the love of Jesus with others!

6th Graders Go to Daycare

Mrs. 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. They also helped in a special Easter activity where they helped children better understand the Trinity by using an egg illustration as directed by the teacher. They had a great time and the children were excited to receive such special attention.

2nd Graders Visit Windmill Nursing Facility

Mrs. 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 residents feel very special and there were smiles abundant in that room! Afterwards some of the residents shared their thoughts and how much they were blessed by the afternoon. One man cried as he told me, "I enjoyed myself more than I have for years." Thank you 2nd graders for being such a blessing. Your visit was definitely a true act of love and service.

8th Graders Make Music at YMCA

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 their weekly visits.

7th Graders to Windmill Nursing Facility

Several 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.

6th Grade Serves at Day Care

Mrs. 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.

8th Graders Visit the YMCA

Several 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.

7th Graders Serve at Windmill

Some 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 find out that she was a Calvary Academy Graduate and was thrilled to see that the students were serving the Lord in this way. She also agreed to a video interview which can be viewed at a later date.