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Saturday, December 6
Women's Ministry
At Calvary, women are serious about their faith and growing as an active and inclusive community. Our desire is to provide opportunities where you can grow closer to the Lord and connect on a regular basis.
Women of all ages come together through weekly Adult Life Groups, Women’s Bible Studies, events, prayer ministry, and serving opportunities. Please see below for details. We’d love to have you join us!
Questions? Contacts: Pastor Jim Pile, 704.341.5359, jpile@calvarychurch.com & Jennifer Sharpless, 704.341.5417, jsharpless@calvarychurch.com
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Saturday, December 611:00 AM – 1:00 PM, Crown RoomTicket Information — SOLD OUT
Tickets were sold in the Welcome Center on November 9 at 4:00 PM. They cost $20 and were available on a first-come, first-served basis, with a limit of two per person. The event has now sold out.
If you want to join our ticket waitlist, please contact Jennifer Sharpless at 704.341.5417 or jsharpless@calvarychurch.com.
The Christmas Tea is a highlight of Calvary Women’s Ministry each year. Festively decorated tables adorned with china and crystal fill the Crown Room. Women of all ages bring their sisters, mothers, friends, and neighbors to enjoy the delicious luncheon, special music, and sweet fellowship.
Join us for a time of Christmas celebration and inspiration with our featured speaker, Calvary member Sarah French Carpenter, as she shares the message, “Trusting God When Plans Change.”
The tea begins at 11:00 AM. Plan to arrive a few minutes early to enjoy the beautifully decorated tables!
Contacts: Pastor Jim Pile, 704.341.5359, jpile@calvarychurch.com
Jennifer Sharpless, 704.341.5417, jsharpless@calvarychurch.com
Connie Brown, 704.533.2053, csbrown48@yahoo.comFeatured Speaker — Sarah French Carpenter
Sarah French is a five-time Emmy Award-winning journalist, entrepreneur, and media expert with a passion for storytelling. After nearly two decades as a trusted TV news anchor, she transitioned from the newsroom to focus on helping others share their stories through media, photography, and videography. She is the founder of Sarah French Media Group and co-owner of Nest Photo Studio in Charlotte.
Sarah and her husband, Chris, and their two children are active at Calvary Church. Sarah is honored to be this year’s Christmas Tea speaker and looks forward to celebrating the hope and joy of Christ together this Christmas season.
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Women’s Bible Studies
Tuesdays, January 6 – March 24
AM & PM options
Register now!Tuesdays, January 6 – March 24
Are you looking for an opportunity to connect? Are you ready to study God’s Word in a deeper, more meaningful way? Check out our Women’s Bible Studies! At Calvary, you’ll find a place to grow spiritually and connect with friends. Newcomers are always welcome!
Morning Classes: 9:30 AM–Noon
Evening Classes: 7:00–9:00 PMThe kick-off meeting for our morning classes will be on Tuesday, January 6, at 8:45 AM in the Crown Room. Please join us!
Check out the study options below and register now! If you need childcare, be sure to register your child when you register for class (AM only).
Tuesday Morning Classes
Romans: LifeChange Bible Study (continuation from last semester)
by Navigators
Jan Adams | Room 242 & ZoomIn this in-depth, two-semester study of Romans, we’ll focus on Jesus and the life-giving power of the Gospel. Together, we’ll explore what it means to truly live out the blessings of salvation, the vital role of the Holy Spirit, and how God transforms lives in real and practical ways. Throughout history, God has used the book of Romans to renew hearts and minds for eternity. Join us and discover how He can use it to transform yours! Cost: $8
Women of Purpose
Be Skillful (Proverbs): God’s Guidebook to Wise Living
by Warren W. Wiersbe
Angie Hyman & Bonnie Williams | Room 227 (In person only)
Wisdom is not some abstract treasure that’s so far away we can’t grasp it. God is calling us to a life of wisdom through His Word and by His Spirit. If we want to live wisely, we must begin with a commitment to Jesus Christ, who is “The wisdom from God” (1 Corinthians 1:30). Wisdom and Folly each want to control our lives, and we must choose which we will follow. This class involves table time, group discussion, and prayer. Cost: $12
Hebrews Precept Upon Precept Study (continuation from last semester)
by Kay Arthur
Jackie Schaffer | Room 226 & ZoomIn these last days, God has spoken to us through His Son, but what exactly has He said? The first four chapters of Hebrews offer a powerful glimpse into who Jesus truly is. Writing to new Jewish believers, the author compares Jesus to what they held most sacred — angels, Moses, and even the Law — and reveals that Jesus is superior to all of them. This enlightening study opens our eyes to the magnitude of Christ’s role in God’s redemptive plan, established before the foundation of the world. Join us for the second session of this impactful three-part series as we learn more about our Great High Priest and deepen our relationship with Him. Cost: $25
Captured by Grace: No One Is Beyond the Reach of a Loving God
by Dr. David Jeremiah
Rometa Arrington | Room 222 & ZoomThis study is all about the multifaceted jewel of grace, and it will open up different perspectives on this unworldly provision of God, which you may be unfamiliar with. Most Christians know they were saved by grace, but many are not aware that they live by grace. Let’s learn how to apply the principles of God’s grace to your life, as Dr. Jeremiah takes us on an incredible journey through the lives of two self-proclaimed wretches who were entirely transformed by the saving power of God. This same grace is available to us! Cost: $10
MOMS — Making Our Mothering Significant
Live Free: A Study of Galatians
by Elizabeth Woodson
Betty Farynyk | Room 240 (In person only)We long for peace and fulfillment, and for lives marked by freedom from difficulty and pain. We look to countless places to fill these needs and can easily make them our primary pursuits instead of Christ. This exchange leaves us enslaved to the very things we hoped would set us free. In this verse-by-verse study of Galatians, we will learn that in Christ alone and in His true Gospel do we gain what we desire — freedom from sin, true peace, and abundant life. Galatians also addresses practical issues to teach our children. The MOMS class is open to all moms, regardless of their children’s ages. Class includes discussion, a video, prayer, testimonies, fellowship, and connection with a Mentor Mom in the Titus 2 model. Cost: $16
The End Times in Chronological Order (continuation from last semester)
A Complete Overview to Understanding Bible Prophecy
by Dr. Ron Rhodes
MaryBeth Hohman | AM Zoom onlyIn a world filled with uncertainty, many are asking what the future holds. This study explores the key events of Bible prophecy — from the rapture and tribulation to the return of Christ and beyond — helping believers understand where they fit in God’s timeline. Be encouraged and strengthened as you experience the hope and blessing promised to those who study the book of Revelation. This is a two-semester course. We will be using two books: the textbook and the workbook. Cost: $12
Tuesday Evening Classes
1 Samuel
by Max Lucado
Cheri Strahm | Room 234 & ZoomThe book of 1 Samuel offers an intriguing look at how life decisions profoundly determine whether a person “finishes well” or not. Author Max Lucado looks at the prophet Samuel’s “defining moments” and offers lessons from a man who anointed kings yet had sons who turned away from God. What happened? What did Samuel do right and wrong? Lucado reminds us of Paul’s words in 1 Corinthians 9:24: “run in such a way as to get the prize.” Will we finish well? This is a two-semester course. Cost: $10
The Well-Watered Woman
by Gretchen Saffles
Annie Isaac | Room 241 & ZoomDiscover the endless, life-giving well of God’s Word — and experience a peace and fullness that rise above your circumstances. Amid life’s constant busyness and noise, it can be hard to live out and apply the truths of Scripture. We long for more of Jesus, yet so often we chase our worth and identity in our own efforts and achievements. They may lift us for a moment, but soon we find ourselves weary, empty, and longing for something deeper. If you are thirsty to know Jesus more deeply, to live a life that delights in Him, seeks Him, and walks in the freedom He gives, this is the class for you. Cost: $16
Childcare Information — AM Only
Weekly check-in for childcare/homeschool classes is located at the Family Welcome Desk near the elevators.MORNING CHILDCARE PROVIDED
- Free childcare is provided for infants through age five during MORNING CLASSES ONLY. Children must be pre-registered online to receive childcare. Be sure to sign up for childcare when you register for your class. Our program includes Bible story time, crafts, coloring, outdoor play (weather permitting), and snacks. Space is limited!
MORNING HOMESCHOOL CLASS
- We offer a class for homeschooled students in kindergarten through 5th grade. Children must be pre-registered to attend. Each week, we provide a biblical theme and message with lessons on science, literature, history, or art. There is a $10 fee per child, per semester, with a maximum of $30 per family per semester. Space is limited!
Contacts: Pastor Jim Pile, 704.341.5359, jpile@calvarychurch.com
Jennifer Sharpless, 704.341.5417, jsharpless@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.
Our monthly meeting schedule:
- First Fridays Zoom, 6:00–7:30 PM
We meet virtually for Bible study and prayer.
- Second Saturdays Brunch, 10:30 AM–12:30 PM
Join us to share a meal at a restaurant or in a home.
- 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.
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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Women's Prayer Groups
Calvary Prayer Room
Weekly & Monthly
WEEKLY
Moms in Prayer
Thursdays, 11:00 AM–12:00 PM
Calvary Prayer RoomMoms In Prayer International impacts children and schools worldwide for Christ by gathering mothers to pray. We invite you to join us in prayer every Thursday!
Contact: Karen Caggiano, 704.264.7340, rjcagg33@gmail.com
MONTHLY
Calvary Women in Prayer
First Wednesdays, 10:00 AM
Calvary Prayer RoomJoin us in prayer for the needs of our church family, Calvary Women’s Ministry, our community, the nation, and global events. All women are welcome!
Contact: Merry Beth Poore, 704.516.6122, mb_poore@bellsouth.net
Prayer Ministry Contact: Pastor Jim Pile, 704.341.5359, jpile@calvarychurch.com
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Help provide a meal at Calvary
for bereaved familiesDo you have a heart for serving those who are grieving?
Our Martha Ministry team supports Calvary families by providing a meal at the church before or after the funeral of a family member. Volunteers are assigned to a team and serve three or four times per year by preparing a covered dish and delivering it to the church ready to serve.
We need additional volunteers! Contact us to get involved!
Ministry Coordinator: Dalene Ingle, 704.573.0491, daleneingle@gmail.com
Administrative Coordinator: Dianne Miller, miller1994@aol.com
Jennifer Sharpless, 704.341.5417, jsharpless@calvarychurch.com
