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Calvary Oak Lawn Staff

CONGREGATIONAL MEETING

Ballot Vote Only by Members of Calvary Church-Oak Lawn

Sunday, November 8, 2020

A congregational meeting is being held on Sunday, November 8, 2020 by officially voting via a paper ballot. Ballots will be available to members of Calvary-Oak Lawn who are age 18 years and older. The governing consistory of Calvary recommends the approval of the slate of care deacons and care elders to a term on the care consistory of Calvary-Oak Lawn campus. Please vote Yes or No to approve slate of care deacons and care elders. This year the coronavirus pandemic prevents us to hold a congregational meeting to approve the slate in person. Please pick up a ballot at the church or call 708-429-2200 or email calvary@calavryop.org to request a ballot to be mailed to you. Please vote and return the completed ballot by Sunday, November 8, 2020. Any questions about individuals on the slate of care deacons and care elders, please contact any of the following: elder John Jelderks – Vice President of Consistory (JOHN.JELDERKS@bfkn.com), or elder Paul Halm (paulhalm191@yahoo.com) or Greg Vander Velde – Chairman of Deacons (g.vandervelde@comcast.net) or Pastor Daniel Stidham (daniel@thisiscalvary.org).

Nominees for Oak Lawn consistory

Care Deacon – 3-year term beginning January 1, 2021

Nate Hendrikse

Care Deacon – 2-year term beginning January 1, 2021

Jim Bolhuis

Care Elder – 3-year term beginning January 1, 2021

Tim King

Care Elder – 2-year term beginning January 1, 2021

John Vande Werken

Meet the Oak Lawn staff

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Matthew Meyrick

Worship Leader & Communications

Matt has a deep desire that Calvary Church be draw close to God through song, Scripture reading, and prayer. He also leads the Young Adult Connect Group.

If you are interested in serving with the worship and tech team, are interested in the Young Adult Connect Group, or have a communications request, email Matt

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Rev. Daniel Stidham

Community Pastor

Daniel Stidham is the proud husband of Megan Stidham and is the father of strong-lunged baby Nora. He was rescued by Jesus as a Junior in High School and he has been discipled by incredible men whom God used to shape him into the man he is today.

Contact Pastor Daniel

Nate Rael

Oak Lawn KidsLife and Student Coordinator

Nate is a passionate teacher, husband, and father of 3. Nate’s heart is that even the youngest members of Calvary Oak Lawn will hear the Gospel story each week through activities, Bible curriculum, and worship.

If you have questions about what your family will experience in KidsLife, or would like to serve as a KidsLife volunteer, email Nate

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Nate Hendrikse

Care Deacon – 3-year term beginning January 1, 2021

Nate lives in Tinley Park with his wife Becca and son, Noah (1 y.o.). Nate owns and operates Navigator Bookkeeping and greatly enjoys both personal and business finance. As a family they enjoy most things outdoors, especially hiking, playing sports, and camping when they get the chance. They are also avid Packer and Chelsea F.C. fans. They are a social family who greatly enjoy their Connect Group and all the friendships that have grown from that crew. When Becca is not working overnight at the Advocate Christ Hospital Neonatal ICU, you’ll likely find them playing games with friends, eating ice cream, or travelling to visit family or friends out of state. If you’re looking for a new family to spend time with, they’d love to meet you on their front porch, share a meal, or get some ice cream together.

Jim Bolhuis

Care Deacon – 2-year term beginning January 1, 2021

Tim King

Care Elder – 3-year term beginning January 1, 2021

John Vande Werken

Care Elder – 2-year term beginning January 1, 2021

My name is John Vande Werken and I have been attending church here all my life.

I have previously served as an elder, deacon, youth group leader as well as teaching Sunday School.

I am now retired from AT&T the last 2 1/2 years.

I enjoy model railroading, gardening and woodworking.

I have been married to Barb for 48 years. We have 2 sons and 3 grandkids.