E-mail to a FriendWomen's Spring Bible Studies
Tuesdays, April 1 – May 20
Women's Ministry
At Calvary, women are serious about their faith and growing as an active and inclusive community. Our desire is to provide opportunities where you can grow closer to the Lord and connect on a regular basis.
Women of all ages come together through weekly Adult Life Groups, Women’s Bible Studies, events, prayer ministry, and serving opportunities. Please see below for details. We’d love to have you join us!
Questions? Contacts: Pastor Jim Pile, 704.341.5359, jpile@calvarychurch.com & Jennifer Sharpless, 704.341.5417, jsharpless@calvarychurch.com
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Tuesdays, April 1 – May 20
Morning Classes | 9:30 AM–Noon
Evening Class | 7:00–9:00 PM- Online registration is now closed. Walk-in participants are always welcome!
Ladies, check out our new spring Bible studies! These six-week classes are a great way to grow spiritually and connect with friends. Newcomers are always welcome! (There's no class during Spring Break, April 15 & 22.)
Please pre-register below so we can prepare for you. Books will be distributed in the first class, and Zoom participants will receive log-in information from the instructor.- Pre-registered participants may go directly to their classrooms.
- Walk-in participants may register at the 2nd-floor elevator landing before class time.
Tuesday Morning Classes
Parenting With Hope: Raising Teens for Christ in a Secular Age
by Melissa B. Kruger
Teacher: Betty Farynyk & Nita Erlien | Room 242 (in person only)Join us to prepare for the unique challenges of parenting adolescents! In this study, we'll anchor our hopes and expectations in Christ — the true source of wisdom, strength, contentment, and fruitful parenting. Integrating sound biblical teaching, insights from developmental experts, and her experiences as a teacher and mother, author Melissa Kruger will guide us through today’s most common concerns so we can understand how to build up and bless our teens in God-honoring ways. This class also applies to moms with younger children and will include discussion, fellowship, and prayer. Cost: $22 (Please purchase both the Hardcover Book & Study Guide.)
2 Samuel
A Precept Upon Precept Study
by Kay Arthur
Teacher: Jackie Schaffer | Room 226 & Zoom
For those who long to grow closer to God, join us as we study David, a “man after God’s own heart.” We'll see him ascend to the throne and then descend into sin. But our faithful and loving God turns David's great sin to a victorious finish. Cost: $22
Women of the Word — Women of Purpose
by Jen Wilkin
Teacher: Angie Hyman | Room 227 (in person only)This study will help us go deeper into the Word of God without being seminary-educated or even an especially good student. During this session, we will look at five different study methods: Purpose, Perspective, Patience, Process, and Prayer. This class is open to all ages and will incorporate group discussion time as we apply these study methods to a particular book of the Bible. Cost: $8
He Speaks to Me: Preparing To Hear From God
by Priscilla Shirer
Teacher: Rometa Arrington | Room 222 & Zoom
When we approach God humbly and bow down before Him, we put ourselves in a position to hear from Him. Are you longing to hear God's voice but feeling disconnected? Let’s journey together and examine how God spoke to Samuel, Moses, Joshua, Jesus’s disciples, and many others — and how He speaks to Christians today. God is going to reveal Himself and His plan for you. Let’s commit to being obedient to whatever He says. The results will be glorious! This is a seven-lesson class. Cost: $25
Tuesday Evening Class
Praying the Names of Jesus
by Ann Spangler
Teacher: Cheri Strahm | Room 241 & Zoom
Would you love to have a richer and deeper relationship with Jesus? This course will focus on some of His names in Scripture, names we don’t often study but need to learn. Why is Jesus called the Lamb of God and the Lion of Judah? What does the Bible mean when it says Jesus is the Cornerstone? How can we give Him free rein to be the Prince of Peace in our daily lives? These and other names for Jesus will be part of our classroom study and daily devotional time offered in Spangler’s book. Allow God to draw you closer to His Son and learn to pray His name with confidence and deeper commitment to Him. Cost: $14
Morning Childcare
- All childcare spots are now full, but a waitlist is available. To join the list, please email Jennifer Sharpless at jsharpless@calvarychurch.com.
- Spots are still available for the Homeschool Class.
CHILDCARE — AM only
Childcare is free for children (infants through age 5); you MUST PREREGISTER for childcare. Our program includes weekly Bible storytime, crafts, coloring, outdoor play as weather permits, and snacks.
HOMESCHOOL CLASS — AM only
We offer a class for homeschooled students (K–5th grade); students MUST BE PREREGISTERED to participate. Each week, we provide a biblical theme and message and incorporate lessons on science, literature, history, or art. Space is limited. There is a $10 fee per child/semester to cover supplies, with a maximum of $30 per family/semester.WEEKLY CHECK-IN
Children should be checked in at the Family Welcome Desk near the elevators. Then, drop off and pick up children at their assigned classrooms.
Contacts: Pastor Jim Pile, 704.341.5359, jpile@calvarychurch.com
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Women's Summer Bible Study
"Fearful and Wonderful"
Tuesdays, June 3 – July 29
Class meets via ZoomTuesdays, June 3 – July 29
Classes meet via Zoom- 9:30 AM–Noon
Ladies, check out our new summer Bible study! This summer class is a great way to grow spiritually and stay connected with friends.
This study will meet for 8 weeks via Zoom ONLY. The introduction is on June 3, and lessons start on June 10.
Fearful and Wonderful
by Amy Dunham
Teacher: Mary Beth Hohman
The Book of Habakkuk reveals an intimate relationship between Habakkuk, a man with a grieving heart, and the God who loves him. The boldness of the prophet’s cries, the suffering heard in his questions and doubts, and his final surrender are shown in light of his awe and faith in God. This study will take you on a journey of discovering God a little more.- Pre-order your study guide on Amazon or Regular Baptist Press.
- Register for this class by emailing MaryBeth Fehr at mbfehr7@gmail.com. Include your name, address, and phone number.
Contacts: Pastor Jim Pile, 704.341.5359, jpile@calvarychurch.com, & Jennifer Sharpless, 704.341.5417, jsharpless@calvarychurch.com
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Widows Ministry
Bible Study, Fellowship & OutreachInspiring Hope is a ministry group for widows at Calvary and the community. We hold monthly meetings on Zoom, in-person fellowships, and outreach projects throughout the year.
Whether you are recently widowed or have been on this journey for some time, please join us for encouraging Bible devotionals, prayer, and a community of women who care.
Our current study is The Strength You Need: The Twelve Great Strength Passages of the Bible by Robert J. Morgan.
Here's our monthly meeting schedule:
- First Friday Zoom, 6:00–7:30 PM
We meet virtually to share Twelve Great Strength passages from the Bible and pray together.
- Second Saturday Brunch, 10:30 AM–12:30 PM
Join us to share a meal at a restaurant or in a home.
- Monthly Outreach, 11:00 AM–1:00 PM
We'll meet at Calvary to write notes, plan home visitation, or do special outreach projects.
- Third/Fourth Thursday Fellowship, 11:00 AM–1:30 PM
As a group, we will attend the scheduled Organ Concerts and Senior Adult Luncheons at Calvary.
Contact Donna Bridges at 704.301.5991 to receive the book, Zoom meeting credentials, and monthly activities schedule.
Contact: Jennifer Sharpless, 704.341.5417, jsharpless@calvarychurch.com
- First Friday Zoom, 6:00–7:30 PM
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CancerCare for Women
Support Ministry
for those facing cancerCalvary Support Ministry offers support to women in our congregation who are facing a cancer diagnosis or undergoing treatment.
If you are a cancer patient and desire support from one of our CancerCare volunteers, please let us know.
Our knowledgeable team is ready to offer practical and spiritual support. We can help with transportation needs, accompany you to doctor's appointments or hospital visits, assist with meals, and provide prayer support.
Please complete the sign-up form below, and our Support Ministry Coordinator, Ines Portalatin-Brice, will personally reach out to you.
Volunteer Opportunity — If you are a female cancer survivor or healthcare professional with intimate knowledge of cancer, its symptoms, types of treatment, and some of its effects, please pray about joining our CancerCare team to encourage women with practical and spiritual support. LEARN MORE
Contacts: Ines Portalatin-Brice, 704.341.5681, ipbrice@calvarychurch.com & Pastor Jim Pile, 704.341.5359, jpile@calvarychurch.com
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Help provide a meal at Calvary
for bereaved familiesDo you have a heart for serving those who are grieving?
Our Martha Ministry team supports Calvary families by providing a meal at the church before or after the funeral of a family member. Volunteers are assigned to a team and serve three or four times per year by preparing a covered dish and delivering it to the church ready to serve.
We need additional volunteers! Contact us to get involved!
Ministry Coordinator: Dalene Ingle, 704.573.0491, digiolde@carolina.rr.com
Administrative Coordinator: Dianne Miller, miller1994@aol.com
Jennifer Sharpless, 704.341.5417, jsharpless@calvarychurch.com