Title: Salt and Light (Coed)
Max: N/A
Date/Time: Sundays at 5:30 p.m. (Beginning September
11 – October 23)
Location: Worship Center (Calvary Campus)
Leader: Pastor Andre Dobson
Description: What does it mean to be salt on this earth and
light in this world? Do we divide our lives into the sacred and secular? Should
Christians be engaging the world system that is influencing our culture and
attacking our children and grandchildren? What area of our life should Jesus
not be Lord over? We will explore those issues from a biblical perspective.
Topics include: “Where the Church Has Missed the Mark”, “The Myth of Separation
of Church and State”, “Romans 13 and Unlimited Submission to Government?”, etc.
Title: Foundations (Women)
Max: 6
Date/Time: Sundays at 5:30 p.m. (Beginning September
11)
Location: Wade & Emily Dobson’s Home (5307 Dixon
Dr, Godfrey)
Leader: Emily Dobson
Description: With Foundations, you can read through all 66
of the miraculous books of the Bible in one year, while still having the
flexibility of reading 5 days per week. Along with supplementary devotional
content each day, you can experience the miracle of reading and responding to
the entirety of God’s Word. By using the H.E.A.R. journaling method, you will
be guided through Highlighting, Explaining, Applying, and Responding to
passages, allowing for practical application throughout.
Title: Foundations (Men)
Max: 6
Date/Time: Sundays at 5:30 p.m. (Beginning September
11)
Location: Office Conference Room (Calvary Campus)
Leader: Wade Dobson
Description: With Foundations, you can read through all 66
of the miraculous books of the Bible in one year, while still having the
flexibility of reading 5 days per week. Along with supplementary devotional
content each day, you can experience the miracle of reading and responding to
the entirety of God’s Word. By using the H.E.A.R. journaling method, you will
be guided through Highlighting, Explaining, Applying, and Responding to
passages, allowing for practical application throughout.
Title: God’s Family Tree (Coed)
Max: 10
Date/Time: Mondays at 6:30 p.m. (Beginning September
12)
Location: Gym Conference Room (Calvary Campus)
Leaders: Dennis & Sharon O’Neal
Description:
Did you ever wonder where your ancestors came from? When, how and why did
great-great grandpa and grandma come to America and what were their lives like?
With over 60 years' combined experience in genealogical research and having
successfully navigated the rigorous DAR requirements in documenting ancestry,
Sharon and Dennis will share tips and techniques that may help you determine
the stories of your family. Who knows, you may even find a connection to a
famous or infamous person in your tree. Come and join us as we explore what God
has to say about family heritage and learn a few things about our own.
Title: Men’s Basketball (Men ages 16+)
Max: 20
Date/Time: Mondays at 6:30 p.m. (Beginning September
12)
Location: Gym (Calvary Campus)
Leader: Ethan Bray
Description: Our Men’s Basketball Connect Group meets once
a week to play ball and pray for one another. Each night will begin with a testimony
followed by a time of prayer. Participants will then be split into teams for basketball.
This group is designed to reach out to the men of our community, especially
those who don’t attend church and need spiritual connection. So sign up, and
invite a friend to join you!
Title: Community Hope (Women)
Max: N/A
Date/Time: 1-3rd Tuesday from 8:30 a.m. –
12:30 p.m. (Beginning September 6)
Location: Community Hope Center
Leader: Susan Walter
Description:
Join us as we serve the people of our community each week at the Community Hope
Center in Bethalto. Participants will meet at the Hope Center at 8:30 a.m.,
followed by a devotion with volunteers and staff. Each person will then be
assigned to an area of service for the morning. Afterward, participants will
meet in the Hope Center Café for lunch and a debriefing of the morning’s
activities.
Title: Grief Share
Max: 15 for Each Date/Time
Date/Time: Tuesdays at 5:30 p.m. or Thursdays at
2:00 p.m. (Beginning September 13 & 15)
Location: Calvary Cares Building
Leaders: Sandy Skambraks & Mary Sue Clark
Description: We invite you to this weekly support
group for those grieving the death of a loved one. For many years, both Calvary
and community members have come together for a biblical search of God's comfort
and healing to the brokenhearted. Joyce Rogers, Michael Card, Ruth Graham and
others join together to bring a series of videos, to share their walk of
healing, and journey of grief with you.
Title: What to Do As the End Approaches
Max: N/A
Date/Time: Wednesdays at 10:30 a.m. (September 7 –
October 5)
Location: Worship Center (Calvary Campus)
Leader: Pastor Andre Dobson
Description: As we approach the study of the “end times”,
we often focus on when and what events will happen. This study
takes you into the consideration of what Scripture teaches that believers need
to do as we move toward the end. Topics include: “Five Vital Steps Every
Believer Should Take”, “What should We Be Watching Out For”, “Will America
Become Like China, North Korea, and Other Countries That Persecute Christians?”,
etc.
Title: How to Study Your Bible
Max: N/A
Date/Time: Wednesdays at 10:30 a.m. (October 12 –
November 9)
Location: Worship Center (Calvary Campus)
Leader: Pastor Andre Dobson
Description: We will learn the tools, study methods, and a systematic
plan for “mining the gold” out of God’s Word. This course will enrich your
study of God’s Word. Topics include: “Why Is Effective Bible Study So Hard?”,
“Ten Rules for Bible Interpretation”, “Tools for Studying God’s
Word”, etc.
Title:
Celebrate Recovery
Max: N/A
Date/Time:
Wednesdays at 6:30 p.m. (Beginning September 14)
Location:
Fellowship Hall (Calvary Campus)
Leader:
Marc Lane
Description: Celebrate Recovery is a Christ-centered 12 step
recovery program for anyone struggling with hurts, habits, or hang-ups.
Celebrate Recovery is a safe place to find community and freedom from the
issues that are controlling our lives. We invite you to join us at CR Alton
this Fall!.
Title: Calvary Cares Builders
Max: N/A
Date/Time: Thursdays at 8:00 a.m. (Beginning
September 15)
Location: Café (Calvary Campus)
Leader: Brian Hanson
Description: If you like hard work, serving the church, and
helping others, then our group of Calvary Cares Builders might be for you. Each
Thursday, men from Calvary gather on the Calvary campus to work around the
building or help others in the community. Join us at 8:00 a.m. for a short
devotion and prayer and then stick around to work as long as you would like.
Title: Care for the Caregiver (Women)
Max: 10
Date/Time: Thursdays at 6:30 p.m. (Beginning
September 15)
Location: Rosemary Rhoades’ Home
Leader: LuAnne Dobson
Description:
The role of the family caregiver is
very rewarding but being a caregiver can also be physically and emotionally
exhausting. Caregivers often feel overwhelmed by their work and the demands of
those receiving their care, and these demands touch every aspect of their
lives. Strength for the Moment responds to the needs of these
special people who give of themselves to help their loved ones maintain quality
of life in the home. Combining inspiring stories, prayer and scripture, and practical
advice, this book provides much needed encouragement, emotional nourishment,
and affirmation.
Title: Philippians (Coed)
Max: 10
Date/Time: Thursdays at 7:00 p.m. (Beginning
September 15)
Location: TBD
Leader: Rick Patrick
Description: Rick Patrick will be leading a study of Paul’s
letter to the Philippians, dealing with its meaning and application for our
daily lives. This group will meet at 7:00 p.m. offsite in a group
member’s home.
Title:
Morning Joe (Men)
Max: 10
Date/Time:
Tuesdays at 6:00 a.m. (Beginning September 13)
Location:
Round Table Family Restaurant, Godfrey
Leader:
Brent Snyder
Description: Grab a cup of coffee and a quick breakfast with the
guys and start your week off right! Join us on Tuesday mornings for a devotion,
prayer, and great conversation.
Title:
Horse 101
Max: 10
Date/Time:
Wednesdays at 6:00 p.m. (Beginning September 14)
Location:
The Vogt Home, 15943 Trinity Hill Ln, Jerseyville, IL 62052
Leader:
Dennis Vogt
Description: What can you learn about God and Jesus through a
horse? It’s all about trust. Join us as we study together 5 Biblical characters
and how their stories teach us some of the same lessons often used in training
horses and how these lessons can encourage toward the Lord. If you love
learning from God’s Word and love animals, especially horses, this might be the
group for you!
