E-mail to a FriendSenior Adult Luncheon
Thursday, April 24
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Seniors
God has an exciting plan for every senior adult as we continue to grow, serve, mentor, teach, and develop lasting relationships.
Join our active senior community at Calvary! Check out our Senior Adult Life Groups on Sunday mornings, browse our ministry activities below, and consider our many opportunities to volunteer and serve others!
Contact: Pastor Jim Pile, 704.341.5359, jpile@calvarychurch.com & Jennifer Sharpless, 704.341.5417, jsharpless@calvarychurch.com
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Calvary hosts a monthly luncheon for senior adults in our church and community on selected Thursdays from September through May.
You'll enjoy a delicious lunch, warm fellowship, and an uplifting program with friends! Luncheons are held at noon in the Crown Room on the third floor. Cost is $9 per person.
The day includes a free concert on the Calvary Grand Organ at 11:00 AM, as scheduled (see below).
Thursday, April 24
Noon–1:30 PM, Crown RoomOur special program will feature Edward Tonini. Through his gift of music and personal testimony, Edward shares a clear and inspiring message of faith in Christ.
2025 Luncheon Schedule:
- January 23 (No organ concert)
- February 20
- March 27
- April 24
- May 22
Contacts: Pastor Jim Pile, 704.341.5359. jpile@calvarychurch.com & Jennifer Sharpless, 704.341.5417, jsharpless@calvarychurch.com
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Organ Concert
Thursday, April 24
11:00 AMThank you for your interest in the Calvary Grand Organ concert series.
The Thursday morning concerts are free, and everyone is welcome! Join us at 11:00 AM in the Calvary Sanctuary.
We invite you to enjoy classics, hymns, and favorite arrangements presented by Calvary organist Elizabeth Hildebrand and a brief devotional by Pastor Jim Pile. Dates coordinate with our Senior Adult Luncheon schedule.
Concert Schedule:
- February 20
- March 27
- April 24
- May 22
Organ Concerts On-Demand
Check out our YouTube playlist for videos of recent organ concerts.Elizabeth Hildebrand has been the organist at Calvary Church since 2009. She holds a Master of Music in Organ Performance from Jacobs School of Music at Indiana University.
Contact: Jennifer Sharpless, 704.341.5417, jsharpless@calvarychurch.com
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Senior2Senior
Connecting Students & Senior AdultsConnecting Students & Senior Adults
Senior2Senior is an intergenerational approach to encouraging, supporting, and caring for families through the spiritual formation of their teenagers.In this ministry based on Deuteronomy 6, the goal is to connect each of our high school seniors with a senior adult or senior adult couple to be prayer partners for the school year, September through June.
- Senior adults will commit to praying for their assigned students and writing letters/notes of encouragement throughout their 12th-grade year. (All participating adults will undergo a background check.)
- Students will pray for their assigned senior adult(s) and update them about their lives and prayer requests once a month.
This ministry will launch for the new school year with a lunch in September in the Crown Room. You'll get to know each other and begin your year-long prayer partnership and friendship!
Contacts: Pastor Cameron Engle, 704.887.3678, cengle@calvarychurch.com
Jennifer Porras, 704.341.5320, jporras@calvarychurch.com+ 
CHAMP Fitness
Group Exercise
Weekday mornings, Room 1200Adults of all ages are invited to CHAMP Fitness group exercise classes. Come enjoy fun and fellowship while improving your overall balance and energy level. Classes include a variety of exercise options with moderate cardio and strength training. Try your first class FREE!Visit the CHAMP Sports website for the full schedule and details.
Contact: Kelly Lamb, 704.887.3689, klamb@calvarychurch.com
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Estate Design Seminar
When preparing financial plans, it is important to consider both the current and eternal perspectives. Calvary Estate Design Seminars are focused on future planning and key components of estate design in light of God's Word. In addition to addressing typical concerns, you will be invited to ask yourself: What would the Lord have me do? Objectives include:
- Strengthening — not straining — family relationships
- Taking an all-encompassing approach
- Care and guardianship of minor children
- Minimizing spiritual challenges for beneficiaries
- Tax considerations
- Achieving the greatest Kingdom impact
There is NO cost for the seminar, and the process is confidential. You’ll benefit no matter your stage of life — whether you’re starting a family or reviewing plans as an empty nester. Either update your current will and estate plans, or get started now!
- Estate Design Seminars are typically offered twice yearly with afternoon and evening options. Please check for our fall seminar.
Contacts: Carl Austin, Director of Finance, 704.341.5346, caustin@calvarychurch.com or Debbie O'Neal, 704.887.3679, doneal@calvarychurch.com
Calvary Stewardship Ministry is focused on helping individuals and families approach day-to-day finance and milestone life events with a smart and biblical foundation through classes, seminars, and confidential individual/family counseling.
"So we fix our eyes not on what is seen, but on what is unseen. For what is seen is temporary, but what is unseen is eternal." — 2 Corinthians 4:18
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Joy Class
Sundays at 8:30 AM | Room 1200
Teacher: Jon Keil
We’re a group of believers and prayer warriors who study the Bible and seek to apply it to our lives. We desire to grow in our knowledge of God’s Word so we may better live and witness for Christ. We also enjoy lots of fellowship!
Life to the Max
Sundays at 11:15 AM | Room 401
Teacher: Ron Elmore & Rich StrahmWe’re a large group of couples and singles that enjoy in-depth, interactive Bible teaching and discussion using study guides and multimedia presentations. We grow in faith and develop close relationships through fellowship and serving together. Join us to discuss God’s Word!
Living Hope
Sundays at 8:30 AM | Room 242
Teacher: Tom DillyAs believers, we understand we have a life of hope through faith. Study God's Word with us and find encouragement to live with true hope in this troubled world. We also enjoy a rich time of prayer and fellowship!
Pilgrims in Progress
Sundays at 8:30 AM | Room 136
Teacher: Bob LanningOur large class treasures the Word of God, and our in-depth study focuses on the essential doctrines of the Christian faith. Our goal is to know and articulate what we believe and why. We pray for each other and enjoy activities that build strong friendships!
Word Warriors
Sundays at 8:30 AM | Room 226
Teacher: Doug GoforthThis vibrant group of couples and singles gathers for expository Bible study. We actively develop relationships as we fellowship and become integrated into the life of Calvary Church. The atmosphere here is relaxed, the people friendly, and the conversation lively. Join us!