E-mail to a FriendNovember Elective Studies
Wednesdays, 6:30–8:00 PM
Join us this week!
Elective Bible Studies
Join us on Wednesdays
6:30–8:00 PM
Calvary offers an array of elective Bible studies that allow you to dig deeper into God’s Word and apply His truths to your life. Expect to grow in your knowledge and understanding of the Bible and to be challenged in all aspects of Christian life. Some classes may have curriculum or study guides; otherwise, there is no cost.
In addition to elective classes, our Wednesday night schedule includes something for everyone in the Calvary family. Join us!
- Fellowship Dinner
- IGNITE for students
- Awana & Gopher Buddies for kids ages 3+ (with registration)
- Nursery (Awana Puggles) infants & toddlers up to age 3 (please register)
- 139 Praise for ages 14+ with special needs
- Wednesday Evening Prayer
- Worship Ministry rehearsal
Contacts: Pastor Jim Cashwell, jcashwell@calvarychurch.com & Helen Stewart, 704.341.5328, hstewart@calvarychurch.com
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Wednesdays, November 4–18
6:30–8:00 PM
Looking to deepen your understanding of Scripture, build community, or step into something new? There’s a place for you on Wednesday evenings at Calvary!- Online pre-registration has now closed.
- Feel free to choose a study and sign up when you arrive at the classroom. Join at any time!
Gleaning Insights from Old Testament Prayers
Teacher: Pastor Jim Pile | Room 401Interested in improving your prayer life? Join us as we glean valuable insights from the prayers of Old Testament saints. The Lord wants us to be constant in prayer because it plays such a vital role in our Christian lives! “Give ear, O Lord, to my prayer; listen to my plea for grace” (Psalm 86:6).
The Heart of Christian Parenting
Teacher: Pastor Nathaniel Pearce | Room 402While many parenting principles apply to all families, Christian parenting is guided by God’s Word and His love. Join us as we explore what the Bible teaches about raising children, navigating everyday challenges, and helping our children grow in faith. Together, we’ll discover how to bring God’s wisdom into our homes and point our children toward Christ.
Sharing His Story & Your Story
Teacher: Pastor Jim Cashwell | Room 136If Jesus calls us to be His witnesses “to the ends of the earth” (Acts 1:8), why can sharing our faith feel so difficult? In this elective, we’ll explore what the Gospel is, how it has changed our lives, and practical ways to share both the Good News of Jesus and our personal stories with others. Join us as we gain confidence, learn helpful tools, and prepare to answer God’s call to be His witnesses!
The Philippians
Teacher: Pastor Micah Burdett | Room 446We’ll step into the city of Philippi to uncover the rich history, fascinating people, and timeless truths behind Paul’s powerful letter to the Philippians. Let’s explore the themes of joy, unity, and peace to discover how God’s Word speaks directly to the challenges and opportunities we face today.
Faith: Why Christianity Is the Truth
Teacher: Steven Garofalo | Room 445What makes Christianity unique, and how can we know its claims are true? In this class, we’ll explore the foundations of the Christian faith and the evidence that supports the Bible as the definitive revelation of God. We’ll consider how faith shapes what we believe, examine how Christianity compares with other world religions, and discover practical ways to use Scripture to understand and explain what we believe. Whether you’re looking to strengthen your own faith or feel more confident discussing it with others, this class will help you grow in your understanding of what makes Christianity distinctly and uniquely true.
Spanish Bible Study — Meeting God in the Old Testament
Teacher: Bill Ogden | Room 242God is Spirit, and with our human limitations we cannot find Him. Yet from the beginning, God reveals Himself to mankind. In this class, we will read the Old Testament as Auto Theography, God revealing Himself through His decrees, His acts, and His words.
Dios es Espíritu y, con nuestras limitaciones, no podemos encontrarlo. Sin embargo, desde el principio, Dios se revela a la humanidad. Este semestre leeremos el Antiguo Testamento como una Autoteografía: Dios revelándose a sí mismo a través de sus decretos, sus actos y sus palabras.
Contacts: Pastor Jim Cashwell, jcashwell@calvarychurch.com & Helen Stewart, 704.341.5328, hstewart@calvarychurch.com
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January Elective Studies
Wednesdays, January 6–27
Register now!Wednesdays, January 6–27
6:30–8:00 PM
Start the new year in God’s Word! Elective classes are a great way to deepen your understanding of Scripture and build community at Calvary. Whether you’re just beginning your spiritual journey or have been walking with Christ for many years, there’s a place for you here!Please see the course descriptions and pre-register by January 6 below. Or just sign in when you arrive at class.
Walking with Kings: Faith, Failure, & Following God — Part 1
Pastor Sibu Rajappan | Room 1200Do you ever find it difficult to keep track of the kings of Israel and Judah? Have you wondered what their lives can teach us today? The Old Testament accounts of these kings were recorded for our instruction (Romans 15:4). Join us as we explore the lives of selected kings, their rise and fall, and the lessons we can learn from their stories. Together, we’ll discover more about God’s faithfulness, the relationship between human leadership and God’s sovereignty, and what it means to walk faithfully with Him.
Growing in Grace, Part 1: Walking Closely with the Lord
Pastor Jim Pile | Room 401This three-part study will help you develop a deeper, more biblically grounded understanding of how God’s Word guides our personal growth and equips us to care for others. Join us as we explore the sufficiency of Scripture and discover how its truth shapes, strengthens, and directs every area of our lives as we encourage and minister to those around us. “Him we proclaim, warning everyone and teaching everyone with all wisdom, that we may present everyone mature in Christ” (Colossians 1:28).
- January — Walking Closely with the Lord
- February — Helping Others in Their Walk
- March — Finishing Well
Effective Parenting in a Defective World
Pastor Nathaniel Pearce | Room 402No parent is perfect, but God has given us the sacred privilege and responsibility of raising our children according to His Word. In a broken world that often challenges biblical values, how can we faithfully guide our children and help them grow in their faith? Join us to explore practical, biblical principles for parenting with wisdom, grace, and purpose. Let’s learn together how to raise our children God’s way in an imperfect world!
An Overview of the Torah
Pastor Jim Cashwell | Room 136The first five books of the Bible, known as the Torah or the Law, lay the foundation for understanding God, ourselves, and our relationship with Him and one another. In this overview course, we’ll explore all five books, highlighting their major stories, key themes, and timeless truths. Along the way, we’ll discover what each book reveals about God’s character, His purposes, and who He created us to be. Join us for an engaging journey through these foundational books and gain a deeper understanding of your faith!
The Holy Spirit — Part 1
Miguel Gonzalez | Room 238In this study, we will explore who the Holy Spirit is and how He works in the life of every believer. Through key passages in Ephesians, John, Romans, and Psalms, we will discover what it means to be filled with the Spirit and how His presence transforms the way we live each day. We’ll examine the characteristics of a Spirit-filled life, the spiritual gifts He gives to strengthen the church, and how He empowers us to worship, obey God, grow in wisdom, and mature in our faith. Together, we’ll gain a deeper understanding of the Holy Spirit’s work in God’s plan and learn what it means to walk daily in dependence on Him.
Dispensationalism — Part 1
Tim Donelli | Room 226How has God worked throughout history, and what does His plan reveal about His purposes for mankind? In this class, we’ll explore the biblical teaching of Dispensationalism, a framework for understanding how God has revealed and carried out His purposes throughout different periods of history. Through an in-depth study of the seven dispensations, we’ll examine God’s work in the past, His purposes in the present, and what Scripture teaches about the future. Join us as we discover how this important biblical doctrine helps us better understand God’s Word and His unfolding plan for the world!
Spanish Bible Study
Knowing God with the People of Israel — Part 1
Bill Ogden | Room 242God is Spirit, and with our human limitations, we cannot find Him. Yet from the beginning, God reveals Himself to mankind. This semester, we will read the Old Testament as Auto-Theography, with God revealing Himself through His decrees, acts, and words.
Dios es Espíritu y, con nuestras limitaciones, no podemos encontrarlo. Sin embargo, desde el principio, Dios se revela a la humanidad. Este semestre leeremos el Antiguo Testamento como una Autoteografía: Dios revelándose a sí mismo a través de sus decretos, sus actos y sus palabras.
Contacts: Pastor Micah Burdett, 704.341.5327, mburdett@calvarychurch.com or Helen Stewart, 704.341.5328, hstewart@calvarychurch.com