Orland Park Events

Starting Point - New Member Class | Fri., Oct. 25 (6 PM) | Sat., Oct. 26 (9 AM)

Starting Point is a weekend experience designed to help you discover God’s vision for your life as Jesus’ disciple. In unpacking Calvary’s three Pillars of Discipleship, you will learn how to grow, connect, and serve at Calvary while meeting other new people and several church leaders. If you’re new at Calvary, or looking to get more involved, this is your perfect place to start! Click the photo for more information and to register.

Story Time Sat., Oct. 26 @ 9:30 AM

We are so excited for you and your child/children to join us for STORY TIME! A live story time, scripture, music, a craft and a snack are just a few of the things that will be waiting for you. Plus, you get to experience it all while making fun family memories! We have designed everything from start to finish with your child in mind. Click on the photo to sign up!

ONE Service at 10 AM | November 10

Mark your calendars for Sun., Nov. 10 as we will have one combined worship service at 10 AM followed by a congregational meeting. We will have updates on the lead pastor search, budget, and Oak Lawn campus changes.

Kingdom Calling | Thurs., November 14 @ 7 PM

Men of Calvary, join us for a discussion on Kingdom Calling: Vocational Stewardship for the Common Good by Amy Sherman as we continue exploring how to integrate all of our faith into all of our work. This conversation builds on the themes from our men's retreat this fall, but no need to have attended the retreat to join in. We're here to help you connect your faith with your work. You can purchase a paperback or Kindle version of the book here or listen to the audiobook here. Even if you haven’t read the entire book, come ready to engage and learn together!

Encounter Night of Worship Fri., Nov. 15 at 7 PM at the Oak Lawn Campus

Join us on Friday, November 15 at the Oak Lawn campus (10056 Central Ave). We will share a time of worship — including music, scripture, and prayer as we encounter our heavenly Father!

Tailgate Party | Sun., Nov. 17 following the 2nd service

Join us on Sunday, November 17 as we will have a tailgate party, watch the game on the big screen and fellowship together following the 2nd service. Be sure to bring your favorite tailgate food to share! Hot dogs and drinks will be provided.


KidsLife Story Time
Feb
24

KidsLife Story Time

Saturday, February 24th | 9:30-11AM | Orland Park Campus

You are invited to STORY TIME – a free one and one half hour special event created just for you and the young children in your life!

We are so excited for you and your child/children to join us for STORY TIME! A live story time, scripture, music, a craft and a snack are just a few of the things that will be waiting for you. Plus, you get to experience it all while making fun family memories! We have designed everything from start to finish with your child in mind.

All of this fun will take place on Saturday, February 24 from 9:30-11:00 AM at Calvary Church of Orland Park!

You are welcome to invite any friends and family who also have young children! We want everyone to come!

Register Here

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Pray for Me Pizza Party
Feb
23

Pray for Me Pizza Party

Friday, February 23rd | 6-7:30PM | Orland Park Campus

Prayer champions and students who are involved in the Pray for Me Campaign, along with their families, are invited to join us for a pizza party to meet your prayer team! Please register your number of guests attending below. 

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Weekly Online Prayer
Feb
21
to Mar 13

Weekly Online Prayer

Wednesdays | 12-12:30PM | Starting February 21st | On Zoom

We long to be a church "United in Prayer" and are thrilled to invite you to our brand new Wednesday Noon 30-Minute Prayer Meeting, starting Feb 21st from 12-12:30pm. Whether you have 5 minutes, 10 minutes, or the full half-hour to spare, you're invited to join us in uniting our hearts and minds in prayer.

You can access the Zoom link here

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Family Movie Night
Feb
16

Family Movie Night

Friday, February 16th | 6:30-9PM | Orland Park Campus

Join us on Friday, February 16th at 6:30 PM for our KidsLife Family Movie Night.  Make sure to Invite your family and friends to spend the evening with us. The movie we have chosen is Disney’s ENCANTO. We will provide Popcorn and candy treats for all. Wear cozy PJ’s and bring your blankets and pillows. No childcare will be provided.

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Starting Point Class
Feb
9
to Feb 10

Starting Point Class

Friday, February 9th 6-9PM | Saturday, February 10th 9-11AM

Starting Point is a weekend experience designed to help you discover God’s vision for your life as Jesus’ disciple. In unpacking Calvary’s three Pillars of Discipleship, you will learn how to grow, connect, and serve at Calvary while meeting other new people and several church leaders. If you’re new at Calvary, or looking to get more involved, this is your perfect place to start!

Register Here

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Prayer Night
Feb
8

Prayer Night

Thursday, February 8th | 7-8PM | Orland Park Campus

We encourage you to join us for a sacred assembly as we gather together to unite in prayer! We will worship through song, spoken word, and a walk around the church to cover the whole building in prayer! If you are able, we encourage you to fast prior to the gathering. Whether it’s for 12 hours, breaking fast just before, or after the prayer night, or fasting a singular meal, we believe that there is benefit in it.

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GEMS Fiesta Night
Jan
31

GEMS Fiesta Night

Wednesday, January 31st | 6PM | Orland Park Campus

Join us for a fun-filled Fiesta Night on Wednesday, January 31st at 6pm. Our GEMS (Girls Everywhere Meeting the Savior) Group is planning fun for the entire family; music, great food, and kids activities. You don’t have to be a part of the ministry to join in on the fun and show your support, ALL are welcome!

Any questions email our KidsLife Director, Jennie Hoekstra, at JennieH@thisiscalvary.org. Hope to see you all there!

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Campus-wide Congregational Meeting
Jan
28

Campus-wide Congregational Meeting

Sunday, January 28th | 4PM | Orland Park Campus

We will hold an all campus wide congregational family meeting on Sunday, January 28th at 4 pm at Orland Park. During this meeting we will update the congregation on the senior pastor search process and year end finances in 2023.

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Roseland Christian Ministries
Jan
28

Roseland Christian Ministries

The Calvary Mission Team is looking for volunteers to help make and serve breakfast at Roseland Christian Ministries on Sunday, January 28th . We will meet at Roseland at 8:00am to begin preparing breakfast to serve at 9:00am. Cleanup to follow. We generally finish around 10:00am. Anyone interested in serving please contact Rick Aardema at missions@thisiscalvary.org.

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Calvary Newcomers Lunch
Jan
21

Calvary Newcomers Lunch

Sunday, January 21st | 11:30AM | Calvary Orland Park

If you’ve been attending Calvary for a short while, and are looking to get acquainted with our Staff Leadership Teams and Pastors, please join us! We will meet after the 10:30AM service, on Sunday, January 21st at 11:30AM.

Lunch will be provided, and childcare offered.

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Ukraine Drive
Jan
21
to Feb 10

Ukraine Drive

As the hardships of orphaned children and fatherless families continue to grow because of the war, Calvary has an opportunity to minister to Ukrainians in need. Our church family will be providing critical items by collecting warm clothing and medicine. These donated goods will ship by sea container through Love Cradle International.

Please bring donations to the Missions Table in The Gathering Place at the Orland Park Campus on January 21st, January 28th, and February 4th. We will then pack the boxes on Saturday, February 10th at 10AM in the Orland Park Gym. Packers are needed!

The Following Donation Items will be collected:  

  • Jars of Peanut Butter

  • New or gently used warm coats/hats/mittens for all ages

  • Fleece garments for all ages

  • New Undergarments for children

  • Warm socks for all ages

  • Tylenol/Advil

  • Children’s pain medicine 

  • Children’s Flu/Cold Medicine

  • Mix-In Cold/Flu Medicine

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Band of Brothers Morning Gathering
Jan
20
to Feb 24

Band of Brothers Morning Gathering

Starts Saturday, January 20th | 6 Weeks | 7:30-9AM

Join Band of Brothers for our 6-week Saturday morning gatherings starting January 20th from 7:30-9 am. This year, we will address and overcome the idols that men tend to face. This is a great place to invite new men to Calvary, build community, and enjoy breakfast together. Sign up and bring a friend!

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Family Movie Night
Jan
19

Family Movie Night

Friday, January 19th | 6PM | Orland Park Campus

Join us on Friday, January 19th for our Family Movie Night. We will have a pizza party at 6pm followed by the movie Elemental at 7pm. "Elemental" is a fun film set in Element City, where the characters representing fire, water, land, and air navigate through the challenges on living all together. Looking forward to seeing you all there.

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Romans Bible Study
Jan
18

Romans Bible Study

Starts January 18th | Sunday Mornings or Thursday Evenings | 9AM or 7PM | 15 Weeks

Consider investing some time in the Word of God this winter. We are offering a verse by verse study of the foundational book of Romans. This study will ground your faith in the essential truths every Christian needs. We are offering two times - Sunday mornings at 9am, and Thursday evenings at 7pm.  The class will last an hour, and meet for approximately 15 weeks. Hope to see you there! 

Class Contact: Joe Dampf at jdampf22@gmail.com

Registration for Sunday Mornings

Registration for Thursday Evenings

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Christmas Eve Candlelight Services
Dec
24

Christmas Eve Candlelight Services

Sunday, December 24th | 10:30AM & 3PM | Calvary Orland Park

Join us for one of our candlelight Christmas Eve services as we worship together, sing songs and celebrate the birth of our Savior! Invite a friend to join you. Services are identical.

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Christmas Caroling
Dec
16

Christmas Caroling

Saturday, December 16th | 2PM | Cross-Campus

This is the season to love, give and sing! Yes, sing. Have you been itching to sing some Christmas carols? Here is your opportunity! Join with our Worship Team in visiting South Suburban Rehabilitation Center in Homewood at 2PM on Saturday, December 16th.

Register to participate by Saturday, December 9 at the following link:

South Suburban Registration

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Family Movie Night
Dec
15

Family Movie Night

Friday, December 15th | 6:30PM | Orland Park Campus

Join us for our Grinch Family Movie Night. Our WHOBILATION will include Popcorn and candy treats for all. Wear cozy PJ's and bring your blankets and pillows. No childcare will be provided.

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Advent Celebration
Dec
13

Advent Celebration

Wednesday, December 13th | 9:30AM | Orland Park Campus

Calvary’s Coffee Break Ministry invites you to join in on their Advent Celebration, as we prepare our hearts and minds for the coming of our Lord and Savior. The program will retell the story of Advent through scripture and song. Refreshments will be served afterwards for a time of fellowship.

All are welcome, invite a friend!

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KidsLife Christmas Program & Party
Dec
9

KidsLife Christmas Program & Party

Saturday, December 9th | 10AM | Orland Park Campus

Join us for our KidsLife Nativity Program and Christmas Party. Everyone is welcome to stay following the program for lunch, hot chocolate, crafts, and a silent auction benefiting Calvary KidsLife!

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Roseland Christian Ministries
Nov
26

Roseland Christian Ministries

The Calvary Mission Team is looking for volunteers to help make and serve breakfast at Roseland Christian Ministries on Sunday, November 26th. We will meet at Roseland at 8:00am to begin preparing breakfast to serve at 9:00am. Cleanup to follow. We generally finish around 10:00am. Anyone interested in serving please contact Rick Aardema at missions@thisiscalvary.org.

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Thanksgiving Worship Service
Nov
22

Thanksgiving Worship Service

Wednesday, November 22 | 7PM | Orland Park and Oak Lawn Campuses

Join us for our annual Thanksgiving Eve Service as we “Enter His gates with Thanksgiving and His courts with Praise. Give thanks to Him and praise His name.”

- Psalm 100:4

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KidsLife Story Time
Nov
18

KidsLife Story Time

Saturday, November 18th | 9:30-11AM | Orland Park Campus

You are invited to STORY TIME – a free one and one half hour special event created just for you and the young children in your life! 

We are so excited for you and your child/ children to join us for STORY TIME! Fun music, a craft, snack and a live story time are just a few of the things that will be waiting for you. Plus, you get to experience it all while making fun family memories! We have designed everything from start to finish with your child in mind. 

All of this fun will take place on Saturday, November 18 from 9:30-11:00 AM at Calvary Church of Orland Park!

You are welcome to invite any friends and family who also have young children! We want everyone to come!

Register HERE

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Worship & Prayer Night
Nov
17

Worship & Prayer Night

Friday, November 17th | 7PM | Orland Park Campus

Join us for an all-campus Calvary Worship & Prayer Night. We’re looking forward to getting together as three campuses in one to seek the Lord and lift our praise.

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Foundations Class
Oct
29
to Dec 10

Foundations Class

This class, lead by Pastor Matt, will meet for six weeks to dive deeper into our three Pillars of Discipleship - Growing in Intimacy with God, Developing the Character of Christ, and Joining Jesus in His Mission. In this class, you will learn how to live out each pillar in your everyday life.

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Starting Point Class
Oct
20
to Oct 21

Starting Point Class

Friday, October 20th 6-9PM | Saturday, October 21st 9-11AM

Starting Point is a weekend experience designed to help you discover God’s vision for your life as Jesus’ disciple. In unpacking Calvary’s three Pillars of Discipleship, you will learn how to grow, connect, and serve at Calvary while meeting other new people and several church leaders. If you’re new at Calvary, or looking to get more involved, this is your perfect place to start!

Register Here

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Women’s Conference
Oct
14

Women’s Conference

Saturday, October 14, 2023 | 8AM - 3:30PM

Join the women of Calvary for a day full of encouragement and refreshment. We will hear from various speakers, worship and pray together, engage in breakout sessions, and shop the Purchase with a Purpose vendor stands.

Register HERE

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Calvary Newcomers Lunch
Oct
1

Calvary Newcomers Lunch

Sunday, October 1st | 11:30AM | Calvary Orland Park

If you’ve been attending Calvary for a short while, and are looking to get acquainted with our Staff Leadership Teams and Pastors, please join us! We will meet after the 10:30AM service, on Sunday, October 1st at 11:30AM.

Lunch will be provided, and childcare offered.

Register Here

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Roseland Christian Ministries
Sep
24

Roseland Christian Ministries

The Calvary Mission Team is looking for volunteers to help make and serve breakfast at Roseland Christian Ministries on Sunday, September 24th. We will meet at Roseland at 8:00am to begin preparing breakfast to serve at 9:00am. Cleanup to follow. We generally finish around 10:00am. Anyone interested in serving please contact Rick Aardema at missions@thisiscalvary.org.

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Men's Retreat
Sep
15
to Sep 16

Men's Retreat

We are inviting all the adult men of Calvary to the Band of Brothers Men’s Retreat on September 15th and 16th at Dickson Valley Camp in Newark, IL (approx. 1-hr west of Calvary Orland Park). Check-in starts at 6 pm on Friday, and we will head home at 4 pm on Saturday.

This year’s theme is Brotherhood--you were not made to walk alone.

Don’t miss out on the perfect opportunity to take a break from the everyday rhythms of life to focus on building deeper relationships with God and other men at Calvary Church.

The early bird price is $115 through August 27th and $130 after.

If you have questions or would like a reduced rate, please contact matts@thisiscalvary.org.

Friday Itinerary

6-7pm Check-in | 7-8pm Session 1 | 8-10pm Bonfire and Late Night Pizza

Saturday Itinerary

8:30-9am Breakfast | 9-10am Session 2 | 10-12pm Excursions (Walk/Hike, Tactical Laser Tag, Fish, Ropes Course) | 12:30-1pm Lunch | 1-2pm Time with God | 2-3pm Breakout Groups Time | 3-4 pm Session 3

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