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10/28/2026

🌿 When was the last time you allowed yourself to be still?

Between work, responsibilities, and everything competing for our attention, it's easy to move through the day without taking a moment to pause.

But Scripture offers us a simple invitation:

“Be still, and know that I am God.” — Psalm 46:10

Sometimes, we need the reminder that we don't have to carry everything on our own. We can rest in the presence and faithfulness of God.

💬 What's one way you make room for stillness in your week?

10/26/2026

💬 Just because someone wants an argument doesn't mean you have to give them one.

We've all seen it. A heated comment, a personal attack, or someone online who seems determined to get under our skin. And sometimes, our first instinct is to give it right back!

But what if following Jesus means responding differently?

In Sunday's message, Ready for Trolls, Don reminded us that we're called to something better than retaliation, resentment, or looking down on others.

We're called to love our enemies, practice humility, and recognize that not every argument deserves our attention.

Romans 12:21 puts it this way:

“Do not be overcome by evil, but overcome evil with good.”

That doesn't mean every hurtful comment needs a response. Sometimes the most Christlike thing we can do is pray for someone, extend grace, and choose not to engage.

❤️ Here's a challenge for this week: The next time someone pushes your buttons, whether online or in person, consider what it would look like to respond with the love and wisdom of Christ.

10/23/2026

In a world obsessed with the perfect selfie, Pastor Don reminds us that our worth isn't measured by likes, but by the grace and love of God.

10/21/2026

🤖 Everyone's talking about AI. But what does our faith have to say about it?

Artificial intelligence is changing how we work, communicate, and live. But beyond the latest tools and technology, there are some important questions Christians should be asking.

This Sunday, join us for our next Life of the Mind Lecture as Rev. Don Everts explores Pope Leo XIV's recent encyclical, Magnifica Humanitas, and offers reflections from a Reformed and Protestant perspective.

We'll consider what it means to be human, how technology shapes our lives, and how Scripture can guide us through these rapidly changing times.

📅 Sunday, October 25
🕓 4 PM
📍 Fellowship Hall | First & Calvary Presbyterian Church

Whether you're excited about AI, skeptical of it, or simply curious, we invite you to join us for an afternoon of thoughtful conversation!

💬 What questions do you think Christians should be asking about artificial intelligence?

10/19/2026

📸 Ready for Selfies? We sure are!

In honor of Sunday's sermon, Ready for Selfies, we asked our First & Calvary staff to share some of their favorite selfies. And they delivered! 😂

But as Don reminded us Sunday, there's a difference between enjoying a good selfie and getting caught up in how others see us.

Our worth isn't measured in likes, shares, or getting the perfect angle. We're sinners saved by grace, and our heavenly Father sees us and loves us.

Now it's your turn! 👇

Drop your favorite selfie in the comments! We'd love to see those smiling faces!

Listen to this week’s message here: https://open.spotify.com/episode/6UmxS5qFUi4K7E5Z0kjJLa?si=2W_X1uZ_QdinD_pdR6CG7w&utm_source=copy-link

10/16/2026

Are we allowing distractions to pull us away from what matters most?

10/12/2026

📱 When was the last time you gave something your undivided attention?

In Sunday's sermon, Ready for Distractions, we explored the story of Mary and Martha in Luke 10:38–42 and how even good things can distract us from what matters most: being with Jesus.

Like Mary, we're invited to slow down, sit at Jesus' feet, and listen. Through Sabbath, solitude, and silence, we can make room for the Holy Spirit to work in our lives.

Here's a challenge for this week: Find 10 minutes to put away your phone, turn off the noise, and simply spend time with God.

What might change if we made more room for Jesus in our everyday lives?

🎨 Christ in the House of Martha and Mary (c. 1654–1656) by Johannes Vermeer.

10/09/2026

🍂 What a beautiful evening under the bell tower!

Our October First Friday Art Walk, Autumn Under the Bell Tower, brought together good food, live jazz, and wonderful conversations in our courtyard.

From the fall decorations and delicious treats to the music and fellowship, it was a lovely way to spend an October evening together.

Thank you to everyone who joined us, brought food, shared their musical gifts, and helped make the evening possible!

We're grateful for opportunities like these to open our doors and welcome our Springfield neighbors. ❤️

10/07/2026

🇰🇪 What a wonderful Sunday of celebration, fellowship, and learning together!

A couple Sundays ago, the halls of First & Calvary were already smelling pretty incredible as lunch was being prepared for our Kenyan Luncheon.

After the 11:00 service, our church family gathered around the table to enjoy a delicious meal and hear from Pastor Harrison about iServeAfrica and the wonderful work God is doing through this ministry in Kenya.

We also had another reason to celebrate as we rejoiced together in Nikolas Thuku’s baptism! ❤️

We’re grateful for Sundays like this, when we can worship together, celebrate God’s work in one another’s lives, share a meal, and learn more about what He is doing through His Church around the world.

Address

820 E Cherry Street
Springfield, MO
65806

Opening Hours

Monday	8:30am - 4:30pm
Tuesday	8:30am - 4:30pm
Wednesday	8:30am - 4:30pm
Thursday	8:30am - 4:30pm
Friday	8:30am - 4:30pm
Sunday	8:30am - 4:30pm

Telephone

+14178625068

Website

http://www.firstandcalvary.org/

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