by Sara Klaassen | Sep 21, 2018
Weekly Portraits of Calvary Life
Sarah Bourdess, graduate student, played Sonata Op. 109 in E Major.
Last Friday Calvary dedicated the grand piano and piano microphone which will be used for chapel services, concerts, and recitals in Liberty Chapel. Through this Dedication Concert we acknowledged the generosity of Mrs. Inci Bashar, Mr. and Mrs. Jerry Winkley, Mr. and Mrs. Bill Kelly, and Mr. and Mrs. Michael Silvers. We are extremely grateful for their gifting of this instrument, and we look forward to using it for God’s glory for years to come. Praise the Lord for His provision!
Program
The concert consisted of performances by Un Chong Christopher, Sarah Bourdess, and Dr. Mark Strozier. Mrs. Christopher, an Associate Professor of Music here at Calvary, played two solo piano pieces as well as accompanying Dr. Strozier and playing a duet with Sarah Bourdess. Dr. Mark Strozier played three flute pieces. Sarah Bourdess is one of our graduate students, and she played a solo and a duet on this special gift.
Dr. Mark Strozier played Cantabile et Presto accompanied by Un Chong Christopher.
Sara Klaassen
Alumni Relations Coordinator
Upcoming Soccer Games
September 21, 4:00 p.m. at Home vs. Faith Baptist Bible
September 22, 2:00 p.m. at Home vs. Emmaus Bible
September 24, 4:00 p.m. at Springfield, NE vs. Nebraska Christian
Upcoming Volleyball Games
September 21, 6:00 p.m. at Home vs. Faith Baptist Bible
September 22, 2:00 p.m. at Home vs. Emmaus Bible
September 25, 5:00 p.m. at Home vs. Kansas Christian
September 25, 7:00 p.m. at Home vs. Manhattan Christian
Upcoming Calvary Events
President’s Dinner September 27
CU Experience October 11-12
Fall Theatre Production: All My Sons October 11-14
Clay Shoot October 20
by Sara Klaassen | Sep 14, 2018
Weekly Portraits of Calvary Life
On September 6, representatives from more than thirty churches and ministries gathered in Liberty Chapel for the Christian Ministry Fair. New students were introduced to many local churches. This is extremely helpful as they are just starting to search for a body with whom to worship and fellowship. Since Calvary requires eight semesters of Christian Ministry for a four-year degree, the fair was also a great time to check out all of the opportunities for serving the Lord through a church or ministry organization. Students were encouraged to visit with at least ten different representatives during the fair.
Sara Klaassen
Alumni Relations Coordinator
Upcoming Calvary Events
Piano Dedication Concert September 14
President’s Dinner September 27
CU Experience October 11-12
Fall Theatre Production: All My Sons October 11-14
Upcoming Soccer Games
September 15, 2:00 p.m. at Ankeny, IA vs. Faith Baptist Bible
September 21, 4:00 p.m. at Home vs. Faith Baptist Bible
Upcoming Volleyball Games
September 15, 4:00 p.m. at Home vs. Barclay
September 18, 4:00 p.m. at Home vs. Union
September 18, 7:00 p.m. at Home vs. Ozark Christian
September 21, 4:00 p.m. at Home vs. Faith Baptist Bible
by Sara Klaassen | Sep 7, 2018
Weekly Portraits of Calvary Life
Last Friday’s ConnectFest was a brand new idea for serving our local community. We are estimating that 700 people were on campus throughout the course of the 10-hour event. While we definitely enjoyed seeing alumni and friends of Calvary, it was extra wonderful to welcome those who have never set foot on this campus before. What a fun introduction to our school!
Friendly faces welcomed guests to ConnectFest.
Free Fun
ConnectFest was like a carnival and a community festival all rolled into one FREE day of excitement. Attendees were given 20 free tickets to play carnival games and win prizes. There were also more than a dozen rides, inflatables, and other attractions that young and old could do for free.
Trackless train ride
Slip ‘n’ Slide
Bubble soccer
Vendors and local businesses set up booths to sell their items or promote their services, and they did not have to pay any fees to participate. Several local churches also used this opportunity for community outreach.
Music, Food, and Fireworks
Josh Freerksen sang on stage.
No festival would be complete without live music, and we had plenty! Calvary students, Blue Ridge Christian School students, and local artists performed on an outdoor stage. We also enjoyed spoken word, drama, dance, poetry, and comedy mixed into the performance schedule. Terry Magelssen, a Christian illusionist, performed a show that was enjoyed by all ages. Of course, I can’t forget to mention the delicious food that was available to purchase from various food trucks. To top off a great day, we had a 13-minute fireworks show!
Thank You
Thank you, Lord, for holding back the rain and providing a breeze on a hot day. Thank you, Admissions Team and ConnectFest committee, for all your hard work in dreaming up, planning, and implementing this BIG IDEA! Finally, thank you, volunteers, for running games and rides, picking up trash, handing out tickets, giving out prizes, etc. This event would not have been such a success without YOU!
Sara Klaassen
Alumni Relations Coordinator
Upcoming Soccer Games
September 7, 4:30 p.m. at St. Louis, MO vs. Concordia Seminary
September 11, 4:00 p.m. at Overland Park, KS vs. Kansas Christian
September 15, 2:00 p.m. at Ankeny, IA vs. Faith Baptist Bible
Upcoming Volleyball Games
September 7-8 at Minneapolis, MN for NCU Tournament
September 11, 6:00 p.m. at Overland Park, KS vs. Kansas Christian
September 15, 4:00 p.m. at Home vs. Barclay
Upcoming Calvary Events
Piano Dedication Concert September 14
President’s Dinner September 27
by Sara Klaassen | Aug 31, 2018
Weekly Portraits of Calvary Life
As faculty lined the aisle, new students made their way to the front of Liberty Chapel for our annual Convocation on Wednesday. Dr. Bitner welcomed them and explained the history and purpose of a Convocation.
Dr. Bitner explained the purpose of a Convocation.
Arianna Erixson, Student Senate President, gave a charge to the entire student body in regard to being a family and supporting each other. Dr. An provided special music, and the new students were introduced to the school song for the first time. Dr. Cone shared a message and gave some humorous answers to frequently asked questions.
Dr. Cone shared a message.
We are excited to welcome both new and returning students for another year of training and service.
Welcome to Calvary, new students!
Sara Klaassen
Alumni Relations Coordinator
Upcoming Calvary Events
Christian Ministry Fair September 6
Piano Dedication Concert September 14
President’s Dinner September 27
Upcoming Volleyball Games
September 7-8 at Minneapolis, MN for NCU Tournament
Upcoming Soccer Games
September 7, 4:30 p.m. at St. Louis, MO vs. Concordia Seminary
by Sara Klaassen | Aug 24, 2018
Weekly Portraits of Calvary Life
A large portion of this year’s Registration Day was rainy and dreary here in Kansas City. However, we did not let that dampen our excitement over welcoming new students to Calvary!
A sizable group of men and women went through the check-in process on Thursday, and some of them also moved into the dorm. Thankfully the afternoon brought clearer skies for transporting student belongings.
We are anticipating a terrific school year, and we are certainly thankful for each student whom the Lord has brought to Calvary.
Please join us in praying especially for these new students and their families as they adjust to a new normal.
Sara Klaassen
Alumni Relations Coordinator
Upcoming Soccer Games
August 24, 3:30 p.m. at Lincoln, NE vs. Union
August 27, 4:00 p.m. at Home vs. Nebraska Christian
Upcoming Calvary Events
Cycle 2 begins August 27
Connect Fest August 31
Christian Ministry Fair September 6
Upcoming Volleyball Games
August 28, 6:00 p.m. at Springfield, MO vs. Baptist Bible
