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Connecting Students & Senior Adults
September 14 Kick-off Lunch
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Seniors
God has an exciting plan for every senior adult as we continue to grow, serve, mentor, teach, and develop lasting relationships.
Join our active senior community at Calvary! Check out our Senior Adult Life Groups on Sunday mornings, browse our ministry activities below, and consider our many opportunities to volunteer and serve others!
Contact: Pastor Jim Pile, 704.341.5359, jpile@calvarychurch.com & Jennifer Sharpless, 704.341.5417, jsharpless@calvarychurch.com
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Connecting Students & Senior Adults
Senior2Senior is an intergenerational approach that encourages, supports, and cares for families through the spiritual formation of their teenagers.In this ministry based on Deuteronomy 6, the goal is to connect each of our high school seniors with a senior adult or senior adult couple to be prayer partners for the school year, September through June.
- Senior adults will commit to praying for their assigned students and writing letters/notes of encouragement throughout their 12th-grade year. (All participating adults will undergo a background check.)
- Students will pray for their assigned senior adult(s) and update them about their lives and prayer requests once a month.
This ministry will launch at the start of the new school year in September. Join us for our kick-off luncheon to get to know each other and begin your year-long prayer partnership and friendship!
Senior2Senior Lunch
Sunday, September 14
12:30–2:00 PM, Crown Room
High School Seniors register here to join:
Senior Adults register here to be prayer partners:
Contacts: Pastor Cameron Engle, 704.887.3678, cengle@calvarychurch.com
Jennifer Porras, 704.341.5320, jporras@calvarychurch.com+ 
Senior Adult Luncheon
Thursday, September 25Calvary hosts a monthly luncheon for senior adults in our church and community on selected Thursdays from September through May.
You'll enjoy a delicious lunch, warm fellowship, and an uplifting program with friends! Luncheons are held at noon in the Crown Room on the third floor. Cost is $10 per person.
The day includes a free concert on the Calvary Grand Organ at 11:00 AM, as scheduled.
September Luncheon
Thursday, September 25
12:00–1:30 PM, Crown RoomJoin us for our September luncheon, featuring special guest John Sharp, a highly accomplished and talented Christian musician.
Registration coming soon!
2025 Fall Luncheon Schedule:
- Thursday, September 25
- Thursday, October 23
- Thursday, November 20 — No organ concert
Contacts: Pastor Jim Pile, 704.341.5359. jpile@calvarychurch.com & Jennifer Sharpless, 704.341.5417, jsharpless@calvarychurch.com
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Organ Concerts
as scheduledThank you for your interest in the Calvary Grand Organ concert series.
The monthly Thursday morning concerts are free, and everyone is welcome! Join us at 11:00 AM in the Calvary Sanctuary. Dates coordinate with our Senior Adult Luncheon schedule.
We invite you to enjoy classics, hymns, and favorite arrangements presented by Calvary organist Elizabeth Hildebrand, along with a brief devotional by Pastor Jim Pile.
2025 Fall Organ Concert Schedule:
- Thursday, September 25
- Thursday, October 23
Organ Concerts On-Demand
Check out our YouTube playlist for videos of recent organ concerts.Elizabeth Hildebrand has been the organist at Calvary Church since 2009. She holds a Master of Music in Organ Performance from the Jacobs School of Music at Indiana University.
Contact: Jennifer Sharpless, 704.341.5417, jsharpless@calvarychurch.com
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Estate Design Seminar
Thursday, October 2
2:00 & 6:30 PM
Register Now!Thursday, October 2
2:00 & 6:30 PM
Room 401When preparing financial plans, it is important to consider both the current and eternal perspectives. Calvary Estate Design Seminars are focused on future planning and key components of estate design in light of God's Word. In addition to addressing typical concerns, you will be invited to ask yourself: What would the Lord have me do? Objectives include:
- Strengthening — not straining — family relationships
- Taking an all-encompassing approach
- Care and guardianship of minor children
- Minimizing spiritual challenges for beneficiaries
- Tax considerations
- Achieving the greatest Kingdom impact
There is NO cost for the seminar, and the process is confidential. You’ll benefit no matter your stage of life — whether you’re starting a family or reviewing plans as an empty nester. Either update your current will and estate plans, or get started now!
Register now to attend!
Contacts: Carl Austin, Director of Finance, 704.341.5346, caustin@calvarychurch.com or Debbie O'Neal, 704.887.3679, doneal@calvarychurch.com
Calvary Stewardship Ministry is focused on helping individuals and families approach day-to-day finance and milestone life events with a smart and biblical foundation through classes, seminars, and confidential individual/family counseling.
"So we fix our eyes not on what is seen, but on what is unseen. For what is seen is temporary, but what is unseen is eternal." — 2 Corinthians 4:18
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CHAMP Fitness
Group Exercise
Weekday mornings, Room 1200Adults of all ages are invited to CHAMP Fitness group exercise classes. Come enjoy fun and fellowship while improving your overall balance and energy level. Classes include a variety of exercise options with moderate cardio and strength training. Try your first class FREE!Visit the CHAMP Sports website for the full schedule and details.
Contact: Kelly Lamb, 704.887.3689, klamb@calvarychurch.com
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Joy Class
Sundays at 8:30 AM | Room 1200
Teacher: Jon Keil
We’re a group of believers and prayer warriors who study the Bible and seek to apply it to our lives. We desire to grow in our knowledge of God’s Word so that we may live and witness for Christ more effectively. We also enjoy lots of fellowship!
Life to the Max
Sundays at 11:15 AM | Room 401
Teacher: Ron Elmore & Bob AdamsWe’re a large group of couples and singles that enjoy in-depth, interactive Bible teaching and discussion using study guides and multimedia presentations. We grow in faith and develop close relationships through fellowship and serving together. Join us to discuss God’s Word!
Living Hope
Sundays at 8:30 AM | Room 242
Teacher: Tom DillyAs believers, we understand we have a life of hope through faith. Study God's Word with us and find encouragement to live with true hope in this troubled world. We also enjoy a rich time of prayer and fellowship!
Pilgrims in Progress
Sundays at 8:30 AM | Room 136
Teacher: Bob LanningOur large class treasures the Word of God, and our in-depth study focuses on the essential doctrines of the Christian faith. Our goal is to know and articulate what we believe and why. We pray for one another and enjoy activities that foster strong friendships!
Word Warriors
Sundays at 8:30 AM | Room 226
Teacher: Doug GoforthThis vibrant group of couples and singles gathers for expository Bible study. We actively develop relationships as we fellowship and become integrated into the life of Calvary Church. The atmosphere here is relaxed, the people friendly, and the conversation lively. Join us!