In Calvary Middle School Ministry, we focus on equipping students in grades 6–8 to have an authentic, growing relationship with Jesus Christ and live in a way that impacts the world by making Him known — in their neighborhoods, school, community, and beyond.
Grow with us! Invite friends to any of our programs or events.
Student Ministry Office Contacts: Pastor Micah Burdett, 704.341.5327, mburdett@calvarychurch.com & Jennifer Porras, 704.341.5320, jporras@calvarychurch.com
+ | | Student Life Groups
Sundays, 11:15 AM
Calvary Life Center
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Students, join us on Sundays at 11:15 AM in the Calvary Life Center!
- High School, CLC 1400
- Middle School, CLC 1300
This is where you'll be challenged to apply Scripture to your life through Bible teaching, small group discussion, and prayer.
We meet every Sunday after the 9:45 AM worship service!
Contacts: Pastor Cameron Engle, 704.887.3678, cengle@calvarychurch.com, Pastor Micah Burdett, 704.341.5327, mburdett@calvarychurch.com, Jennifer Porras, 704.341.5320, jporras@calvarychurch.com, or Beau Abbott 704.341.5354, babbott@calvarychurch.com
+ | | GATHER
Student Ministry
Select Fridays, 1:00–3:00 PM
Friday, July 19
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Lunch & fellowship for students!
Selected Summer Fridays | 1:00–3:00 PM, Calvary Life Center
Hey students, stay connected and hang out with Pastor Cameron, Pastor Micah, and our Student Ministry interns this summer. Join us for fellowship and discipleship!
Bring your lunch and your Bible.
All middle and high school students are welcome. No registration is needed — invite your friends!
Contacts: Pastor Cameron Engle, 704.887.3678, cengle@calvarychurch.com
Pastor Micah Burdett, 704.341.5327, mburdett@calvarychurch.com
Jennifer Porras, 704.341.5320, jporras@calvarychurch.com
+ | | Promotion Sunday
August 25
Complete the annual enrollment form for 2024–25
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Promotion Sunday is August 25
Welcome to the new school year in Student Ministry! All middle and high school students will begin their new grade-level groups in Student Life Groups on Sunday, August 25. We are excited to see all our students and kick off a great year of ministry together!
- High school students (grades 9–12) meet in CLC 1400 at 11:15 AM
- Middle school students (grades 6–8) meet in CLC 1300 at 11:15 AM
All students must check in at the assigned CLC auditorium. If your name is not on the roster, complete an info card, and we’ll get that updated. Thank you!
REQUIRED FORM — Important!
Parents, for students to participate in Calvary activities, a new enrollment form is required for the 2024–25 school year. Please complete the form below. This enrollment is valid through August 2025.
CALVARY STUDENT ENROLLMENT 2024–25
Contacts: Pastor Cameron Engle, 704.887.3678, cengle@calvarychurch.com
Pastor Micah Burdett, 704.341.5327, mburdett@calvarychurch.com
Jennifer Porras, Student Ministry Office, 704.341. 5320, jporras@calvarychurch.com
Beau Abbott 704.341.5354, Student Ministry Intern, babbott@calvarychurch.com
Photo & Video Release —
Participation at Calvary Church confirms permission for church employees and volunteers to take photos and record video footage of children, students, and adults for potential use in Calvary’s print, web, digital, and social media for ministry or promotional purposes. No personal information will be included.
+ | | IGNITE
Student Ministry
Wednesdays, 6:30–8:00 PM
On Summer Break
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Worship, Bible study, fun & fellowship for students
IGNITE is currently on Summer Break — we'll resume on September 11
Wednesdays, 6:30–8:00 PM
Calvary Life Center
Students get connected, have fun with friends, and grow in their faith at IGNITE on Wednesday nights!
We begin our evening with worship led by our Student Worship Band in CLC 1400. Then students split for Bible teaching and discussion — high school stays in CLC 1400, and middle school goes to CLC 1300.
Join us for IGNITE each week, and deepen your relationship with Christ!
Contacts: Pastor Cameron Engle, 704.887.3678, cengle@calvarychurch.com, Pastor Micah Burdett, 704.341.5327, mburdett@calvarychurch.com, & Jennifer Porras, 704.341.5320, jporras@calvarychurch.com, or Beau Abbott 704.341.5354, babbott@calvarychurch.com
+ | | Awana C–Track
Grades 6–12
Register for 2024–25!
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Wednesdays, 5:45–6:25 PM
September 11, 2024 – May 7, 2025
C–Track is for students in grades 6–12 who want to grow in their Bible knowledge, memorize Scripture, and apply God's truth in their lives. Many are already part of the Awana program and are continuing their pursuit of the Citation Award and the Awana college scholarship program.
Participants meet weekly with a mentor for discipleship and to recite verses. The annual cost is $55.
Register
Contact: Sue Ridge, 704.887.3695, sridge@calvarychurch.com
+ | Student Ministry Leaders
Learn more about our team!
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Do you have a passion for making a difference in the lives of the next generation? Consider volunteering with our Student Ministry team. As our ministry grows, there are many opportunities to serve!
Sunday PM Event Volunteers
Selected Sundays during the school year, 5:30–7:30 PM
Locations include the CLC/Gym/Fields
- Student Ministry offers a fellowship and outreach event during selected Sunday evening worship services each month. Students participate in a short devotion and enjoy organized games and competitions, usually planned around a fun theme. Responsible adult volunteers help activities run smoothly and monitor crowd control. We need more volunteers to support this fun outreach time!
IGNITE Small Group Leaders
Wednesdays during the school year, 6:30–8:00 PM
In the Calvary Life Center
- In this role, you will guide a weekly conversation with a group of students and help them apply truths from the message at IGNITE. We provide discussion questions beforehand to help you. You’ll need to spend about 30 minutes reviewing the Scripture passages and questions each week. The small group time lasts about 20 minutes. A short training is provided.
Student Life Group Leaders
Sundays year-round, 11:15 AM–12:30 PM
In the Calvary Life Center
- Adults who feel called to disciple students are encouraged to teach a Student Life Group. This role requires an hour or two of preparation each week, studying the curriculum and Bible lessons. Most SLG teaching schedules are set so that leaders may still attend an Adult Life Group regularly. Mandatory training is provided.
In each of these roles, your ministry is to share God's love and model a Christ-transformed life as you care about Calvary students and build relationships with them. The hours you invest will have an eternal impact!
Volunteers must have attended Calvary for at least six months, be Calvary Church members, complete the training and approval process, and pass a background check.
Please let us know if you're interested!
Pastor Cameron Engle, High School, 704.887.3678, cengle@calvarychurch.com
Pastor Micah Burdett, Middle School, 704.341.5327, mburdett@calvarychurch.com