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Internationals


Bienvenido    Bem vinda    أهلا بك    Herzlich willkommen

До̍ропож̌лов̌т    欢迎来到    Velkommen!    ようこそ！

Vælkomin!    स्वागत हे    Kuwakaribisha!    வரவேற்பு

Hoan nghênh!    환영합니다!

United in Christ, the Calvary family is exceptionally diverse, representing more than 40 countries and dozens of language groups.

No matter your background or language, we invite you to join us to worship our great God and grow and serve alongside brothers and sisters in Christ.

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    Worship Service Translation
    Sundays, 9:45 AM | Spanish, Russian & Chinese

    Our Sunday morning worship service is translated live into Spanish, Russian and Chinese [new!]. 

    Live translation is provided via headset (Spanish or Russian) or smartphone app (Spanish, Russian, or Chinese). Come to the first balcony to get started this Sunday.
     
    Live translation may also be offered during special holiday services throughout the year. See specific service details for more information.
     
    For Spanish/Russian via audio headset:
    1) Come to the first balcony landing where there will be check-in stations for each language.
    2) Pick up your headset, and turn on as directed.
    3) Return the headset after the service.

    For Spanish/Russian/Chinese via smartphone app:

    To get started: (Español) (русский) (中文)
    1. Use the links above to download the free AudioEverywhere app to your smartphone. (If you are using an iPhone you may need your iTunes username and password to download).
       
    2. If you do not have internet access on your smartphone, you can use “Calvary Church Guest” Wi-Fi to download the app when you get to Calvary.
       
    3. Once the app is installed and you arrive at Calvary, go to Settings on your phone and connect to “Audio Everywhere” Wi-Fi. Close Settings.
       
    4. Open the Audio Everywhere app on your phone. You will see the "SCAN" button under "VENUE SCAN." If it is not able to connect, click "SCAN" again. For more help, please see one of the ushers at the translation table.
       
    5. Wait until the Audio Everywhere app connects. Once it is connected, you will see the Calvary logo and the languages listed under the logo.
       
    6. Choose your language and worship the Lord in your own language.  

            NOTE: Please bring your own headphones/earbuds.

     

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    ALGs for Internationals

    International Fellowship
    11:15 AM, Room 227
    Teacher: Sam Speights

    With members from around the globe, our multi-national group brings diverse testimonies of God’s grace and shares a deep love for the unifying truth of God’s Word. We enjoy quarterly fellowships, often filled with delicious international flavors! All nationalities are welcome; the group is taught in English.

    ALG Hispano
    11:15 AM, Room 237
    Teacher: Bill Ogden

    Meditamos en la palabra de Dios y la aplicamos a nuestra vida personal y familiar a la luz de nuestra experiencia Latinoamericana. This group is taught in Spanish without translation. 

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    English as a Second Language (ESL) Classes
    Mondays & Thursday mornings

    Calvary ESL (English as a Second Language) classes help newcomers to the United States learn to speak and understand the English language and American cultural expressions. We offer six proficiency levels to improve vocabulary and conversational skills. Classes from September through May. 

    The Winter Term meets January 6 – March 5. The Spring Term will run March 16 – May 21.

    Cost is $40 for all students (including books).

    Childcare is available. Parents are not permitted to leave the Calvary campus while having a child in childcare. 

    Winter Term: January 6 – March 5
    Mondays & Thursdays, 9:00–11:00 AM, Room 300

    Winter classes are now FULL. Please plan to join us for the Spring term — registration will open February 20.

    The ESL program also includes:

    • English Pronunciation Class
      Mondays, 11:15–12:00 PM, Rooms 226 & 242
    • ESL Life Discussion
      Thursdays, 11:15–12:00 PM, Room 226
    • ESL Windows to the World
      Thursdays, 11:15– 12:00 PM, Room 242

    Contact: Vince Eaton, 704.341.5322, veaton@calvarychurch.com

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    Asian Indian Fellowship
    3rd Saturdays, 6:00–9:00 PM

    3rd Saturdays
    6:00–9:00 PM, Mini Gym

    Join us for a great evening of fellowship and Bible Study every third Saturday of the month. You'll enjoy meeting others from around the globe who now call Charlotte home. Newcomers and guests are always welcome!

    Contact: Pastor Sibu Rajappan, 704.341.5336, srajappan@calvarychurch.com