John Calvin Presbyterian Church

Introduction to the Living word Curriculum 

What is the Narrative Lectionary?

The Narrative Lectionary is a 9-month lectionary that begins on “Rally Day” (the first Sunday in September after Labor Day) and continues through to Pentecost (usually the end of May or beginning of June). As opposed to the Revised Common Lectionary’s standard four Bible readings for each worship service, the Narrative Lectionary provides one central Bible reading for each service. The readings begin at creation in September, and cover many of the important figures and events of the Old Testament in the Fall, reaching the promise of the Messiah in the Prophets during Advent. The Sunday before Christmas, the readings turn to one of the four Gospels (one year for each Gospel, therefore a four-year cycle) and continue in that Gospel through Easter. After Easter, the readings give a brief look at the early church in the Book of Acts and the Epistles (Letters).

Summer Christian Education Activities: 

Youth and Music: The first Sunday of every month the Youth (all ages) are invited to learn the new hymn of the month at 9:45 am and then help teach the congregation in service that day. Our next practices will be Sunday July 3rd and Aug 7th. 

Independence day Celebration: Youth and families come Join us July 3rd at 6:30 PM for a party at the Ocharts. We will have Music, food, fun and fireworks. Bring a swimsuit and towel if you want to take a dip in the pool or run in the sprinklers. We will also have some video games like Just Dance and Wii sports.   

White Sands Beach Day: TBD. Join us at White sands beach for a day of fun in the Sun. Cost will be $10 per person. The church will cover the cost of cabana rental and adults coming as chaperons. Please bring money for Food.