<p>Support<br /> Ministries providing support &amp; meeting needs</p> Support Ministries providing support & meeting needs

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 or contact us.

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    Career Ministry
    1st & 3rd Monday Meetings | 6:30 PM
    No meeting September 2
     

    Our Career Ministry Encouragement Group meets on 1st and 3rd Mondays in room 401. Join us for job search information, guidance, prayer, and networking opportunities. There is no cost, and the meetings are open to everyone.

    Upcoming Meetings  |  Room 401, 6:30–7:30 PM
    September 16  (No meeting on September 2)
    October 7 & 21
    November 4 & 18
    December 2 & 16

    FREE Crossroads Career Workshop
    Saturday, August 24 | 8:00 AM–12:30 PM, Calvary Crown Room

    Crossroads Career Services is offering a FREE workshop for job seekers and career explorers featuring three key-note speakers and three 30-minute workshops of your choice. Get details and registration info here >
    Contact: Phil Erhardt, 704.315.1332, philipp.w.erhardt@gmail.com

    Maximize Your Career Workshop
    3-Saturday Event: September 14, 21 & 28
    8:00 AM–12:00 PM, Room 401

    Unemployed? Unfulfilled in your current position?

    Calvary’s Career Ministry workshop provides a great way to connect your faith with your career! Join us and discover how to create a resume based on your gifts and passion, and see why you should network from a “seek to serve” perspective. This workshop will change how you search for your next career. Come and discover how you are created for God's good works. Cost is $30 including the new workbook & Strengths Finders 2.0 assessment.

    Register

    Questions? Contact: Phil Erhardt, 704.315.1332, philipp.w.erhardt@gmail.com, or Jennifer Sharpless, 704.341.5417, jsharpless@calvarychurch.com.

    Contact: Pastor Rob Reece, 704.341.5696, rreece@calvarychurch.com

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    Support Ministry Classes
    Boundaries, DivorceCare, GriefShare
    Mondays, 6:30–8 PM
    Fall registration now open!

    Support Ministry Classes

    Mondays, 6:30–8:00 PM, beginning September 9

    Calvary’s Support Ministry classes are open to everyone. Each class explores the spiritual, intellectual, emotional, and physical aspects of life challenges from a Christian perspective. However, please note that our classes are not professional counseling sessions or therapy groups. Childcare options are available for ages 2–7. 

    Boundaries
    September 9–November 4 | Room 234
    Do you find yourself saying "yes" when you should be saying "no"? Boundaries are essential to leading a balanced life. Discover what a boundary looks like, identify common myths that can influence our thinking, and examine the basis for biblically legitimate boundaries. Open to men and women. Cost: $12 

    Register

    DivorceCare
    September 9–November 18 | Room 242
    Separation and divorce are some of life’s most difficult experiences. 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: $20 

    Register

    GriefShare
    September 9–November 18     | Room 228
    Dealing with grief is often tougher than we anticipated. Join us for insight, encouragement, and hope through biblical principles. Experience Christ-centered compassion and understanding as you learn to walk through a difficult loss. Open to men and women. Cost: $10 

    Register

    Childcare 
    Mondays, 6:15–8:15 PM
    Children ages 2–7 of Support Ministry participants receive loving care provided by the Calvary Child Development Center. Payment must be made at registration online or in person. Fees for the entire semester or any portion are $30/one child, $45/two, $60/three. Participants are asked to notify the childcare staff in advance of any absence.

    Scholarships: Partial need-based financial assistance is available and may be requested at registration. Please contact the Ministry Coordinator. Pending approval, you will receive a notification via email. 

    Contacts: Pastor Nathaniel Pearce, 704.341.5424, npearce@calvarychurch.com
    Helen Stewart, 704.887.3681, hstewart@calvarychurch.com
     
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    Widows Ministry
    "Inspiring Hope"
    September 19 Fall kick-off

    "Inspiring Hope" Widows Ministry
    10:45 AM–Noon, Banquet Room
    September 19 Fall kick-off

    If you are recently widowed or have been on the journey for some time, we invite widows of all ages in our church and community to join us for fellowship one Thursday each month, September–June. Be part of this caring group for ongoing prayer, support, devotional study, and encouragement.

    Join us for the monthly Senior Adult Luncheon afterward in the Crown Room at noon. Our next meeting will be on September 19!

    Upcoming Meetings:

    • September 19
    • October 24
    • November 21

    Contacts: Jennifer Sharpless, 704.341.5417, jsharpless@calvarychurch.com

     

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    Pastor/Elder/Deacons
    of the Week

    Each week we have a pastor, an elder, and two deacons on call to help with urgent needs and hospital care.

    For emergency needs, please contact the pastor/elder/deacons listed in Looking Up for this week or call 704.543.1200.

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    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.

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    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.

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    Hearts & Hammers
    Apply to be a care receiver

    Do you need assistance with basic home maintenance and repairs? Our Hearts & Hammers teams tackle to-do lists monthly for Calvary senior adults and families who need assistance. To apply to be a care receiver, contact Jennifer Sharpless, at 704.341.5417 or jsharpless@calvarychurch.com.

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    Military Ministry

    We seek to share the love of Christ with active duty military, Reserve and National Guard members, veterans, and their family members at Calvary Church and throughout the greater Charlotte community.
     
    Recognizing the special sacrifices made by those serving in the armed forces, we want to help meet those 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.

    Contact: Jennifer Sharpless, 704.341.5417, jsharpless@calvarychurch.com or Pastor Jim Pile, 704.341.5359, jpile@calvarychurch.com