E-mail to a FriendSpecial Needs Respite Night
"Noah's Ark"
Saturday, October 7
Special Needs
The Special Needs Ministry at Calvary welcomes all ages and abilities! Guests (including parents and caregivers) are always invited to join us. We focus on providing our students with opportunities to worship, grow in their faith, and serve our church and community.
Sunday Morning Program
We’re excited to welcome you to worship God with us on Sunday mornings! We offer classes at 9:45 AM during the worship service and at 11:15 AM during the Life Group hour.
- Children & Teens meet in Room 101 for a Bible lesson, engaging activities, and fellowship.
- Young Adults & Adults meet in Room 100. They participate in part of the worship service alongside their group leader and “buddies” in the Sanctuary before returning to Room 100 for a Bible lesson, activities, and fellowship time.
Visiting for the first time? Please stop by the Family Welcome Desk on the first floor near the elevators. We’ll help you register and get to the appropriate classroom.
As a ministry community, our group fellowship activities may include dinners, pool parties, bowling, strawberry picking, holiday shopping, respite events for caregivers/parents, the annual Luke 14 Banquets, and more! Please feel free to contact us with any questions about the program.
Contacts: Dawn Clark, Special Needs Coordinator, 704.341.5413, dclark@calvarychurch.com & Sue Ridge, 704.887.3695, sridge@calvarychurch.com
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“Noah’s Ark”
Saturday, October 7
4:00–7:00 PM, in the Calvary Life CenterSpecial Needs students of all ages (and their siblings, ages 3–12) are invited to the “Noah’s Ark” Respite Night. It’s a themed evening for our students while their parents or caregivers take a break. Students will be paired with a volunteer for the evening.
Students and siblings can dress up as their favorite animal! There will be a Noah’s Ark bouncy house, gym activities, games, crafts, and lots of love.
There is no cost, but registration is required by October 2 so that we may prepare for you. Thank you!Note: Priority is given to students living at home with their families. Thank you for understanding!
Volunteer at Respite Night
We need 35 volunteers to serve at our “Noah’s Ark” Respite Night. Please help Special Needs families take a break from caregiving by providing our students with dinner, games, crafts, and fun activities.Volunteers should arrive 30 minutes before the event for orientation and instructions. Ages 18+ must have a background check on file.
Contact: Dawn Clark, Special Needs Coordinator, 704.341.5413, dclark@calvarychurch.com
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Special Needs Volunteers
Respite Night, October 7
Register to serve!Calvary has many children, students, and young adults with special needs who participate in our growing ministry. We always need additional volunteers to serve in a variety of roles.
We need a few more volunteers to serve at our Noah's Ark Respite Night on Saturday, October 7!
It’s a themed evening for our students while their parents or caregivers take a break. Students will be paired with a volunteer. Students and siblings can dress up as their favorite animal! There will be a Noah’s Ark bouncy house, gym activities, games, crafts, and lots of love.
Please register below to be part of this event! Questions? Contact Dawn at 704.341.5413 or dclark@calvarychurch.com.
Will you help by serving as a Teacher, Assistant Teacher, Friend/Buddy, or Parent Partner on Sunday mornings or Wednesday evenings?
- We need volunteers to serve on a monthly rotation on Sunday mornings at 9:30–11:15 AM or 11:15–Noon on the 1st & 3rd Sundays or 2nd & 4th Sundays.
- We need volunteers to serve on Wednesday evenings at 6:30–8:00 PM at 139 Praise.
A background check is required for volunteers ages 18+.
Please contact us to get involved!
Contact: Dawn Clark, Special Needs Coordinator, 704.341.5413, dclark@calvarychurch.com
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Special Needs 139 Praise
Wednesdays, 6:30–8:00 PMfor Special Needs students ages 14+
Wednesdays, September 6 – November 15
6:30–8:00 PM, Room 238"139 Praise" meets on Wednesday evenings, concurrently with Children's Bible Clubs and Elective Bible Studies. In this group, students will praise God through music, movement, and art as they prepare to participate in the annual Luke 14 Banquets in December.
Contact Dawn Clark if you want your student to participate in the program or if you're interested in volunteering!
“I praise you because I am fearfully and wonderfully made.” — Psalm 139:14
Contact: Dawn Clark, Special Needs Coordinator, 704.341.5413, dclark@calvarychurch.com
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Special Needs Program Registration
Participants register annuallyCalvary is pleased to welcome children, students, and young adults with special needs to participate in our growing ministry!
Each year, special needs families must complete a student registration. This information helps us provide care and support for every student so they can grow in their faith, participate fully in church activities, and become all God created them to be.
Please complete this annual registration below:
Contact: Dawn Clark, Special Needs Coordinator, 704.341.5413, dclark@calvarychurch.com