calvarygalway.com Church Blog http://www.calvarygalway.com/ en-us 10 Haiti disaster relief http://www.calvarygalway.com/blog_view.aspx?articleid=44 If you would like to join us in our support in collecting funds to help those in Haiti, we will be working through Sovereign Grace ministries who have ministry contacts in both Haiti and the Dominican Republic. They will be delivering food, medicine and other needed aid. We, as a church, will be doing this over the next 4 Sunday's (or until 14th of February). You can either mail a check to our Yorba Linda address (you can find when you hit donate key) or you can go directly to the Disaster Relief Fund at: www.sovereigngraceministries.org Sat, 16 Jan 2010 10:07:00 GMT Copenhagen http://www.calvarygalway.com/blog_view.aspx?articleid=43 Go onto our Facebook page and tell us what you think about the topics, countries, proposed solutions at this event. You can do this in the discussions tab. Also, you can read the article that we posted from World Magazine's blog in this weeks bulletin (download on homepage). Sat, 19 Dec 2009 10:59:00 GMT Is "Cap & Trade for Babies Next? http://www.calvarygalway.com/blog_view.aspx?articleid=42 by Albert Mohler Jr. (condensed from an his article) Just when you thought you’d seen everything, a pair of scientists at Oregon State University has published a study arguing that any effort to limit carbon emissions must consider the impact of “reproductive choices” on the ecological equation. Paul A. Murtaugh and Michael G. Schlaz make their case in “Reproduction & the Carbon Legacies of Individuals,” published in the journal, Global Environmental Change. “While population growth is obviously a key component of projections of carbon emissions at a global level, there has been relatively little emphasis on the environmental consequences of the reproductive choices of an individual person,” they argue. After all, there are not only the “immediate effects” caused by each offspring, but also the “additional impacts” if these offspring eventually produce further offspring. According to the study, a single female’s decision to reproduce even a single child could have tremendous ecological effects. In order to make their case, the researchers traced a hypothetical single females “genetic contribution to future generations” and projected the carbon legacy this contribution would entail. They posit that each child will add 9441 metric tons of carbon dioxide to the carbon legacy of an average female. The researchers argue (that) clearly, an individual’s reproductive choice can have a dramatic effect on the total carbon emissions ultimately attributable to his or her genetic lineage. Understanding the ways that an individual’s daily activities influence emissions & explain the huge disparities in per capita emissions among countries is obviously essential, but ignoring the the consequences of reproduction can lead to a serious underestimation of an individual’s long-term impact on the global environment. The logic of this argument is clear & chilling. The leap from scientific analysis to proposals for public policy is almost sure to come. How long will it be before prospective parents are warned that their decision to reproduce could be catastrophic for the environment? Should we now expect a cap and trade proposal for babies? Anti-natalist philosophies have been around even longer than arguments over ecology and sustainability. Given our Biblical responsibility for environmental stewardship, Christians should indeed be thoughtfully engaged with the entire nexus of questions related to carbon emissions, climate change, and respect for the Earth. Nevertheless, when we begin to measure babies in terms of a “carbon legacy” and a projected threat to the environment, we abandon the Biblical worldview. Human beings cannot be reduced to a “carbon legacy” and the gift of children must never be seen as an assault upon the earth. Love to hear your thoughts on this very interesting topic. Working on getting a discussion box going on our Facebook page (Facebook is not cooperating). So please check there over the next day or so and tell us what you think. by His grace, in His strength and to His glory, ray Wed, 28 Oct 2009 02:40:00 GMT Update September 09 http://www.calvarygalway.com/blog_view.aspx?articleid=41 After a very busy summer, we returned to Galway and dove back into ministry and life here. As most of you know we were in California for 3 months. This was the first time in almost 10 years of ministry that we’ve been away from the fellowship for more than 7 weeks. It was a long stretch but the time was needed for many reasons. And God in His goodness and grace accomplished much in those few months. Thank you to the many that loved and encouraged our family and gave us wonderful memories to take back. We thank God for each of you. I say we ‘dove back’ because that’s exactly what happened…in headfirst we went. One afternoon while in California our grandsons Manny & Joseph were at the beach with us and the two of them couldn’t have been more opposite as to how they played in the waves. The day we were there the waves were big (especially for Laguna), & Joseph & Àran were happy to get in up to their waist and bob up and down in the water. But most of the time they were chased back and forth by the waves. Manny on the other hand is a terrific swimmer and fearlessly went full on into the waves. He didn’t stay in shallow water…he moved out from the shore. Still with his feet on the ground he dove under and swam into the waves and at times body surfing his way to the shoreline with a huge smile on his face. I watched him and others as they faced wave after wave…some swimmers were knocked around a bit, others took in water…while a couple had the Lifeguard out to them; either bringing them back in or just making sure they were ok. Sometimes our lives are like those of these swimmers, diving in, wave after wave. It can be exhilarating but sometimes we get a bit roughed up or tired. Thankfully our feet are on the Solid Rock of Jesus and He is the one who guards and keeps us through the waves of life. Isaiah 43:1(b)-2 ….fear not, for I have redeemed you, I have called you by name, you are mine. When you pass through the waters I will be with you; and when you pass through the rivers, they will not sweep over you These words ought to encourage our hearts to continue to dive in; wave after wave. The Lord had called us; we are His and He is with us all the way and He won’t allow the water to sweep over us. So dive we have done; and dive we continue to do; by His grace. What’s New In our previous update regarding Calvary Galway becoming a non-profit organisation we shared about some desires of things to come. Here are some bullets on what’s happened with a few of them and we give all thanks and praise to God. * Live Video Feed. Last Sunday we had our first live video feed. It is password protected in order to encourage those here to attend church. All went well and we are delighted that we are now able to have this available to those who are seriously ill and cannot make it to church. * Facebook. Calvary Galway now has a Facebook page. This keeps everyone up on what’s going on day in and day out, and gives a place for your feed back as well. * New look. We’ve revamped the church bulletin and have taken a fresh new look. As you can see the water drop is now being used. This is how we see God’s grace to us…..grace upon grace; and its impact in our lives touches the lives of others around us. And still more grace. Also check out the additions to www.calvarygalway.com. There is more to come. * Mid-weeks. The usual mid-week on Wednesday has been cancelled indefinitely and we are now having both men’s and women’s studies weekly. I’m sure we’ll return to the book of Exodus at some point however for the time being this is working well for all. Prayer * Pray for those areas that have no evangelical presence in Co. Galway and that the Lord would open a wide and effective door for sharing the Gospel. * Pray for Trish Kerr who is still undergoing treatment for Cancer. She begins Radiation and Chemo for the 4th time at the end of this month. * Pray the Lord guides and directs steps as a Bible School is pursued. Pray for wisdom, discernment, and vision. *Pray that God would be glorified in all that is done and that in our weakness He would be our strength. * Pray for the financial support of our family. We are entirely dependant on State-side finances. In this economy we walk by faith and not by sight; and know that He is faithful. * Pray for more people to stand with us in prayer for this country. There are so many with out hope and we know that prayer is our weapon of warfare. If you’ve friends that are prayer warriors, please forward this newsletter to join us in prayer. * 40 Days of Prayer - 18th of October to 26th of November, 2009. Join us in committing to pray daily for 40 days for Calvary Galway fellowship, and our city and county and the whole of Ireland. Thank you for taking a few moments to read this update. Feel free to contact us if you've questioins or comments. Feeding on His Faithfulness, Ray and Rebecca Clancy & family C Sat, 26 Sep 2009 12:27:00 GMT Calvary Galway Update - July 2009 http://www.calvarygalway.com/blog_view.aspx?articleid=32 Dear Friends,

We wanted to take a moment not only to say how thankful we are for the love, encouragement and support over the years, and to also notify you of a change. And in not knowing exactly who are financial supporters of the ministry; we have sent this to all.

As most of you know 9 ½ years ago we sold our home, leaving family and friends, in order to move to Ireland to begin a Bible study. Romans 10 was the passage that moved us out. By God’s grace July 2009 marks the 9 year anniversary of Calvary Galway meeting as a fellowship in Ireland. And those who attend Calvary Galway also send sincere thanks.

The years have not been with out discouragement & weariness, and yet in our weakness He is strong (II Cor. 12:9). Over the years God has done many amazing things in and through Calvary Galway. Being a university city, this has brought some to our city and church just for a short season. As well there are families & singles that come to Calvary Galway and make it home and all are equipped through the teaching of the Word of God. The Lord has also brought those of His flock who were bruised and fleeced by various churches, to Calvary Galway. Our great joy has been seeing them sit under God’s Word and be strengthened by His Spirit; and to His glory they have become a healthy, active part of the Body of Christ.

As the men gather they are iron sharpening iron (Proverbs 27:17) and some have stepped up into leadership and are now serving at Calvary Galway while others are being used in other parts of the world (II Tim. 2:2). As a member of, and in partnership with Aontas (a partnership of Bible centred Churches, organisations and individuals who have come together to co-operate in advancing the Gospel of Christ in Ireland), we have hosted many conferences on a variety of important topics and opened them up to churches throughout Ireland over the years (Eph. 4:5). And our ‘ends of the earth’ has been Ecuador, Morocco, Papa New Guinea & Mexico by helping other missionaries and churches throughout the world.

So we press on knowing His strength in our weakness and knowing that the Lord continues to have us in Galway, Ireland (I Cor. 1:27). Our vision for ministry continues not only within the fellowship of Calvary Galway but also to our Samaria, and to the outer most parts of the world. We have a desire to make our conferences into more of a college type setting, moving them from a weekend conference now to a semester study course and continued involvement in missions work. In keeping with available technology we will begin a live video-stream to a couple of Christian families who have members who are unable to attend church due to severe illness. And we also are in prayer to begin another Bible-study in the village of Claregalway.

In our continuing on in the work here, there is a change in the method of receiving our financial support. Due to our visa status in Ireland we are unable to obtain employment so our income must come from supporters in the United States. We must, every year, show that we have sufficient funds to stay in Ireland. Over the past 10 years this financial support has been very graciously received thru our home church Calvary Chapel of the Chino Valley. Many of you attend CCCV and would drop your financial support ear-marked for, the Clancy’s in Galway, into the offering box; while others would mail a check into the church office.

This is where the change is. In another step of faith we have established Calvary Galway as a non-profit organisation and are moving out from under the umbrella of Calvary Chapel of the Chino Valley as our receiving agent; with August being our transition month. By establishing non-profit status this allows you to continue to receive a tax deduction for your donation and also allows Calvary Galway to receipt donations for your records.

What this means is that (as of August 1st) checks are now made payable to: Calvary Galway And mailed to: Calvary Galway 21520 Yorba Linda Blvd. Suite G – 234 Yorba Linda, California 92887

We are continuing to serve the Lord in Galway, Ireland at Calvary Galway (www.calvarygalway.com ) and thru Aontas (www.4YOU.ie and www.aontas.ie) and are very grateful for all who have partnered in the prayer and financial support for Ireland over the years. Continued prayer and financial support are needed and appreciated; again, this is the only way we can stay and minister in Ireland. And as some of you know, the cost of living and the exchange rate are very high. So we ask that you would pray about your involvement.

May our eyes be fixed on Jesus as we press on toward the goal and the upward call of Christ (Hebrews 12:2).

By His grace, in His strength, and to His glory, Ray and Rebecca Clancy & family Calvary Galway Ireland Wed, 05 Aug 2009 06:00:00 GMT