E-mail to a FriendSupport Ministry Classes
DivorceCare, GriefShare, & HeartCare
Mondays, 6:30–8:00 PM
Register for fall classes!
Support
Sometimes we need the support, prayer, and love of our church friends and family.
Going through a difficult time or facing a challenge? Calvary offers many ministries that provide encouragement, prayer support, and practical guidance based on God’s Word. Check out the list below for details.
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Don’t struggle alone!
Calvary Support Ministry classes are open to everyone. Each class explores the spiritual, intellectual, emotional, and physical aspects of life challenges from a biblical perspective. However, our classes are not professional counseling sessions or therapy groups.Fall Groups 2026
Mondays, 6:30–8:00 PM
DivorceCare
Room 242
September 14 – December 14Separation and divorce are among life’s most challenging experiences. Each meeting encourages participants to adopt a biblical perspective and engage in discussion, helping them restore balance in their lives. The DVD-based curriculum addresses many aspects of divorce — from loneliness and depression to finances and anger — with grace and truth. Join us for biblical encouragement, practical tips for overcoming challenges, and prayer. Open to men and women.
Cost: $30. Workbooks will be distributed in class.
GriefShare
Rooms 226
September 14 – December 14Living through the death of a spouse, child, relative, or other loved one can be a painful journey through the valley of the shadow. Our facilitators understand the personal journey through grief and offer discerning compassion and encouragement during this difficult time. The class features a biblically based curriculum, accompanied by DVDs on various aspects of grief, and concludes with a weekly discussion.
Cost: $30. Workbooks will be distributed in class.
HeartCare: Healing the Wounds of Trauma
Room 222
September 21 – November 23
Many people have experienced deep “wounds of the heart” or trauma. Our hearts can be injured when we suddenly lose a loved one or experience betrayal, serious injury, abuse, crime, a natural disaster, or other devastating events. These painful situations sometimes become obstacles that keep us from connecting with God, engaging with Scripture, and living full and productive lives. This series of classes is designed to help individuals recover from trauma and loss by applying Scripture to their situations and lives. Experience healing, restoration, and reconciliation with God, yourself, and others. Join us!Cost: $15. Workbooks will be provided.
Contact: Pastor Jim Pile, 704.341.5359, jpile@calvarychurch.com
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Widows Ministry
Bible Study, Support & FellowshipInspiring Hope
Calvary offers compassion, support, and a place of belonging for women who have lost their husbands. This ministry provides encouragement from God’s Word, as well as the support of other women who have been widowed for some time. We meet to study the truths of Scripture, share about God’s faithfulness, and pray with and for one another. Women of all ages are welcome, and one-on-one support is available.
Our monthly meeting schedule:
- First Fridays Zoom, 6:00–7:30 PM
We meet virtually for Bible study and prayer. Our current resource is God Hasn’t Forgotten You by Robert Morgan.
- Third Thursdays Fellowship, 11:00 AM–1:30 PM
As a group, we will attend the scheduled Organ Concerts and Senior Adult Luncheons at Calvary.
- Quarterly Community Outreach & Special Events
As a group, we attend special event fellowships and small group visitation
Contact Donna Bridges at 704.301.5991 to receive the current Bible study book, Zoom meeting credentials, and our monthly activities schedule.
“Make me to know your ways, O Lord; teach me your paths. Lead me in your truth and teach me, for you are the God of my salvation; for you I wait all the day long.” Psalm 25:4–5
Contact: Pastor Jim Pile, 704.341.5359, jpile@calvarychurch.com & Jennifer Sharpless, 704.341.5417, jsharpless@calvarychurch.com
- First Fridays Zoom, 6:00–7:30 PM
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Hearts & Hammers
Do you need assistance?Do you need assistance with basic home maintenance and repairs?
Our Hearts & Hammers volunteer teams tackle to-do lists for Calvary senior adults, widows, and families in need of a helping hand.
Apply for assistance by registering below!
Contacts: Pastor Jim Pile, 704.341.5359, jpile@calvarychurch.com & Jennifer John, 704.543.1200, jjohn@calvarychurch.com
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Military Ministry
Supporting those who serve
Stateside, Overseas, & VeteransCalvary Military Ministry seeks to connect with and serve active-duty military personnel, Reserve and National Guard members, veterans, and all military family members in our congregation and the greater Charlotte community.Recognizing the special sacrifices made by those serving in the armed forces, we aim to help address their unique spiritual, emotional, and physical needs. We’re here to offer prayer, encouragement, fellowship, discipleship opportunities, support services, and share the life-changing Gospel of Jesus Christ.If you’re in military service, a veteran, or have a loved one serving stateside or abroad, please join our prayer and contact list.
Contacts: Pastor Jim Pile, 704.341.5359, jpile@calvarychurch.com & Jennifer Sharpless, 704.341.5417, jsharpless@calvarychurch.com
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of the WeekEach week we have a pastor, an elder, and several deacons on call to help with urgent needs and hospital care.
For emergency needs, hospitalization, a death in the family, or a birth announcement to share, please contact the church office at 704.543.1200 or the pastor/elder/deacons listed in Looking Up for this week.
+ Biblical Counseling
Followers of the Lord Jesus navigate their walk with Him through the trials and tribulations of life by following His Word and the godly counsel of others in the body of Christ.
At Calvary Church, we offer individual, marriage, and family counseling to our members and attendees. Counseling is confidential and led by our pastoral staff.
For more information, contact Pastor Jim Pile at jpile@calvarychurch.com.
+ Hospital Care
If you or a family member has an upcoming surgery or hospital stay, please let us know by calling the church office at 704.543.1200. We would like to have someone there to pray with you.
If admitted, please let the hospital know that you attend Calvary Church. We want to visit (if you like), pray with you, and offer support to you and your family.