by Sara Klaassen | Oct 27, 2017
Weekly Portraits of Calvary Life
Last Friday 30 men and women took part in Calvary’s third annual Clay Shoot Benefit. It was a windy day at Powder Creek Shooting Park in Lenexa, Kansas, but the Lord gave us pleasant temperatures and no precipitation. I even heard that the wind made for a nice excuse if a participant happened to miss a shot! Bushnell sponsored the event, and the team they fielded took first place. The team from Olathe Bible Church came in second place. Besides those teams, we also gave prizes to the top two shooters, the two shooters who made the most consecutive shots, and the shooter who needed the most encouragement. Due to the generosity of many companies and individuals, we were also able to hand out dozens of door prizes. All proceeds from the event will go toward student scholarships.
The Olathe Bible Church team which took second place
Ray Zuercher and Sterling Smith, the top shooters for the day
Sara Klaassen
Alumni Relations Coordinator
Upcoming Calvary Events
Ryrie Lecture Series featuring Grant Hawley October 24-27
Masterworks Chorus presents Elijah November 10
Charis Schneeberger’s Senior Recital November 18
Upcoming Soccer Games
October 26-28, Midwest Christian College Conference Tournament at Joplin, MO
Upcoming Volleyball Games
October 27-28, Midwest Christian College Conference Tournament at Dubuque, IA
Upcoming Basketball Games
October 30, 6:00 p.m. Men vs. Union at Home
November 3-4, Oklahoma Wesleyan Classic at Bartlesville, OK
by Sara Klaassen | Oct 20, 2017
Weekly Portraits of Calvary Life
The cast of Traveler in the Dark: (l to r) Christy Stone, Corey Ruehling, Jon Van Pelt, and Aaron Clabough
Calvary University Theatre presented four performances of Traveler in the Dark last weekend. With only four characters in the cast, each one had many lines to learn, and they did a terrific job! Of course, there were many people who had a part behind the scenes, and they each contributed to the success of the show. Corey Ruehling played Dr. Sam Carter, the play’s titular “traveler in the dark.” The other characters were his wife, son, and father, and the play is all about their relationships. Mrs. Pat Miller, our Biblical Counseling Department Chair, had this to say about the show, “What I like most about this play is the title! We are all travelers in the dark without the Light of the World – Jesus. We often lose our way and stumble in the dark. Only in the truth of God will we ever be set free.”
The Carter family: (l to r) Everett, Sam, Glory, and Stephen
Sara Klaassen
Alumni Relations Coordinator
Upcoming Soccer Games
October 20, 4:00 p.m. vs. Alumni at Practice Field (More info.)
October 26-28, Midwest Christian College Conference Tournament at Joplin, MO
Upcoming Volleyball Games
October 20, 6:30 p.m. vs. Alumni at Home (More info.)
October 27-28, Midwest Christian College Conference Tournament at Dubuque, IA
Upcoming Calvary Events
Ryrie Lecture Series featuring Grant Hawley October 24-27
Masterworks Chorus presents Elijah November 10
Charis Schneeberger’s Senior Recital November 18
Upcoming Basketball Games
October 30, 6:00 p.m. Men vs. Union at Home
by Sara Klaassen | Oct 13, 2017
Weekly Portraits of Calvary Life
Coach Ashley Spicer, Paige Specht, Alyssa Splitter, Tasha Krahn, C.J. Lewallen, Kristen Jolly, Kaela Gingrich, Tori Stahr, Arianna Erixson, and Alyssa Krestan sang during the service.
Last Sunday our women’s volleyball team and Zeb Green, a member of the men’s basketball team, traveled to Graham Union Church in northwest Missouri to take part in the morning service. They were invited by Randy Grimm, Calvary’s Chief Operating Officer, who is also the pastor of the church. The team sang a few worship songs just like they do before and after their matches. Zeb and each of the ladies shared how they came to attend Calvary and what they like about the school. Though Graham Union Church is small in numbers, they are generous supporters of Calvary. For several years, they have provided scholarships for students, and they enjoy getting to meet students and hear how God is working.
Zeb Green
Sara Klaassen
Alumni Relations Coordinator
Upcoming Calvary Events
Theatre Production: Traveler in the Dark October 12-15
Outpour Youth Leadership Conference October 19
Clay Shoot October 20
Ryrie Lecture Series featuring Grant Hawley October 24-27
Upcoming Volleyball Games
October 14, 2:00 p.m. vs. Barclay at Home
October 17, 6:00 p.m. vs. Manhattan Christian at Manhattan, KS
October 20, 6:30 p.m. vs. Alumni at Home (More info.)
Upcoming Soccer Games
October 14, 3:00 p.m. vs. Barclay at Haviland, KS
October 17, 4:00 p.m. vs. Kansas Christian at Home (613 W Mill, Belton, MO)
October 20, 4:00 p.m. vs. Alumni at Practice Field (More info.)
by Sara Klaassen | Oct 6, 2017
Weekly Portraits of Calvary Life
Last Thursday nearly 200 people gathered at the Memorial Station in Belton for Calvary’s annual President’s Dinner. We enjoyed delicious prime rib from Silber Spoons Catering to celebrate our eighty-fifth anniversary. We also listened to the Chorale sing two songs and watched a presentation about Calvary’s history. In his Presidential Address, Dr. Cone looked back to the founding of Kansas City Bible Institute and a quote from Dr. Walter Wilson which referenced Luke 14:28. “For which of you, intending to build a tower, does not sit down first and count the cost, whether he has enough to finish it.” Dr. Wilson saw KCBI as a tower, and Dr. Cone reminded us that the tower is not finished yet. There are still more men and women to train for the Lord’s service.
Dr. Cone gave the Presidential Address.
The evening’s offering went toward student scholarships. We were blessed to hear testimonies from three students while sixteen others assisted the caterer with set-up, serving, and clean-up. Randy Grimm presented the Hand-in-Hand award to Calvary alumni Dr. Mark and Brenda Pearson because of the financial support they have provided for many students over the years.
Randy Grimm presented the Hand-in-Hand award to Dr. Mark and Brenda Pearson.
Sara Klaassen
Alumni Relations Coordinator
Upcoming Soccer Games
October 7, 2:00 p.m. vs. Lincoln Christian at Lincoln, IL
October 14, 3:00 p.m. vs. Barclay at Haviland, KS
Upcoming Volleyball Games
October 10, 7:00 p.m. vs. Ottawa JV at Ottawa, KS
October 14, 2:00 p.m. vs. Barclay at Home
Upcoming Calvary Events
Theatre Production: Traveler in the Dark October 12-15
Discover Calvary: Visit Day October 13
Outpour Youth Leadership Conference October 19
Clay Shoot October 20
by Sara Klaassen | Sep 29, 2017
Weekly Portraits of Calvary Life
One of the places where Calvary’s increased enrollment is most visible is the soccer field. In the past, there were years when we wondered if there would even be enough players to have a team. This year we actually have substitutes for players who need a break or get injured. What a blessing! At this point, the Warriors are still seeking their first win of the season, but Coach Daniel Nichols is seeing improvements in each game. On Tuesday, the team plays at home (613 W Mill, Belton, MO) against Ozark Christian at 4:00 p.m. I know that they would appreciate your support.
2017 Warriors Soccer Team: (Front row, l to r) Seth Bielenberg, Sam Her, Jordan McFarland, Noah Wittenbach, Ben Willis, and Toyosi Ishola; (Middle row) Micah Wildasin, Takuya Takagi, Masaki Ouchi, Nate Her, RiCarlos Hunt, Thomas Elder, Nick Herren, Head Coach Daniel Nichols, and Assistant Coach Josh Suermann; (Back row) Assistant Coach Cameron Vande Velde, Mark Rodenberg, Andrew Busakula, Paulbryant Holyfield, Austin Johnson, Telson Jones, and Marcus Hirsch
Sara Klaassen
Alumni Relations Coordinator
Upcoming Soccer Games
September 29, 4:30 p.m. vs. Faith Baptist Bible at Ankeny, IA
October 3, 4:00 p.m. vs. Ozark Christian at Home (613 W Mill, Belton, MO)
October 7, 2:00 p.m. vs. Lincoln Christian at Lincoln, IL
Upcoming Volleyball Games
September 29, 8:00 p.m. vs. Faith Baptist Bible at Ankeny, IA
September 30, 11:00 a.m. vs. Emmaus Bible at Dubuque, IA
September 30, 1:00 p.m. vs. Dayspring Bible at Dubuque, IA
October 3, 4:00 p.m. vs. Union at Home
October 3, 7:00 p.m. vs. Ozark Christian at Home
Upcoming Calvary Events
Theatre Production: Traveler in the Dark October 12-15
Discover Calvary: Visit Day October 13
Outpour Youth Leadership Conference October 19
Clay Shoot October 20
