Adult Opportunities

We offer many opportunities for Adult involvement at Calvary Baptist Church. These opportunites are divided into Ministries for Everyone and Ministries for Members.

Adult Opportunities for Everyone

Intentional Spiritual Growth- Our purpose includes the sharpening and encouraging of one another to do God's desire for the church.We attempt, through the various studies, programs and ministry opportunities listed below, to impact one another in an intentional way, in areas of worship, evangelism, care, and biblical instruction.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

•Adult Bible Fellowships (ABF's) – We have purposed to encourage and build up people of all ages and in varying stages of spiritual growth. This will be accomplished by the consistent instruction and application of God’s Word to every area of life. We are determined to strengthen and sharpen one another through mutual encouragement and edification.

          

Adult Bible Fellowship Listing

Winter Quarter

Hebrews - Learning to Endure

sample lesson here

Plan on attending one of the ABF's listed below!

(See diagram below for room locations)

•A. B. F. (Balcony)– The A.B.F. in this fellowship group stands for Always (and in All Ways) Being Friendly! After one visit, you will find that this is more than a clever name for a class. This group desires to reach out to others and minister in practical ways. (Class Leader-Ryan Zwicke, Class Teacher - Sean Yusten)

•Bridge Builders (Room 112)– The name says it all! Building friendship bridges for the cause of Christ is on of the goals of this group. There is a place for you to develop spiritually in this ABF. (Class Leader - Ron Kickert, Class Teachers - Tom Walther & Bert Mayhak)

•B.Y.K.O.T.A. (Room 110)– No, this is not an old tribal name for Sunday School, but rather a reminder of the goals of the class: Be Ye Kind One to Another (Eph. 4:32). Service to others is a focus for this ABF. (Class Teacher Dan Dondlinger ; Class Leader - Pastor Jack Austin)

•IMPRINT (Fellowship Hall)– This group is "seeking to leave a godly imprint on our families, our church and our community". This group enjoys great fellowship, so you will find a warm welcome here! (Class Leader - Eric Christensen, Class Teacher - Pastor Steve Barton)

•Mixed Fruit (Room 8)– God has given every believer spiritual gifts to help build up the Body of Christ. The name, Mixed Fruit, points out the unique impact each person can have in building up others. Come and see for yourself. (Class leader - Don Brost - Class Teacher - Ron Matowitz)

•Pace Setters (Room 107)– The acronym for this group may be rather lengthy to include in this description, but you will find a place of fellowship and accoutability as the Scriptures are studied. Let this ABF set your pace for spiritual growth. (Class Leader Randy White, Teacher - Bob Peterson)

The Gospel for Real Life is a topical study designed to connect the message of the gospel to every day life. Why would a believer, who already trusted in Christ, need to "preach the gospel to ourselves?" How do we do it? These questions, and others, will be addressed through this study that will continue into the summer quarter.

•Edifiers (Room 19)– The goal of this ABF is to work at building up one another just as First Thessalonians 5:11 commands. If you desire to build up others or if you appreciate the impac of others in your life, consider joining this group. (Class leader/teacher - Tim Jensen)

 


•Men's and Ladies' Step A Bible Studies (Wed. nights Sept. - May) - Step A studies exist for adults to encourage one another through biblical training, prayer, accountability and worship. Small groups of 4 to 6 men or women enjoy a variety of studies to help grow one another toward greater ministry opportunities. The following are a sample of studies that have been held recently: Climbing Higher; Racing to Win; The Man in the Mirror; A Woman after God’s Own Heart; Real Men Are Wise; The Excellent Wife; Becoming a Titus 2 Woman; The Purpose Driven Life; The Case for Christ; Powerful Promises for Every Woman, Disciplines of a Godly Man, Don't Waste Your Life, The Exemplary Husband, Lies Women Believe, Stretch My Faith, Idols of the Heart, Seeking Him

•Choir - This group of servants includes anyone 9th grade - adult who wants to serve God by prompting worship. You need to be a regular attender of our services and faithful to the Sunday evening practices from August - May. It is always helpful if you can carry a tune, but you do not need to be a professional musician to serve in this ministry.


•Church Softball League - If you regularly attend services, you are eligible to participate in this co-ed league that competes against churches from our area. You must be in 9th grade or older to play.

•Outreach events - We provide opportunities for people to work on their outreach skills. These events are available to you and anyone you would like to invite from our community.

Ladies Volleyball TBA

Men's Volleyball (Tuesday nights at 7:00 during the winter months)

Ladies Step Aerobics TBA

*Co-ed Volleyball- Meets on Fridays at 7:00 PM ( no child care)

Men's "pick-up" Basketball TBA

Men's "Hoops Classic" 3 on 3 Basketball tournament (a Saturday in March)

Christmas Eve Candlelight Services (a 1 hour service for the whole family at either 3:30 pm or 7:00 pm)

*Golf Scramble for men and ladies- 2010 Scramble next September.

Men's Flag Football Tournament (7 man teams compete at Witter Field on a Saturday in the Fall)

Balloon Rally Worship Service at Alexander Field- in conjunction with the annual Children's Miracle Network Hot Air Balloon Rally. Look for us at the airport August 2010!

A FREE Yard Sale was held in 2005 and 2007. We had this as an opportunity to demonstate the love of Christ to our community.

Adult Opportunities for Members

 

•Step A & B Bible Studies - Step B studies ready you for specific ministry training and service. The two courses are offered to groups of 8 to 10 with accountability and homework in areas such as outreach, spiritual gifts, Bible study techniques, life purpose and time management to name a few. The course titles are Spiritual Starting Blocks and Basic Ministry Skills.

Teaching Sunday School, leading a small group Bible Study, sharing a Bible Study in AWANA or a nursing home.

Evangelism Explosion - training in effective personal evangelism

*Apologetics Training


•Step C & D Leadership Training - these training areas are done in groups of two or three for the purposes of training and encouragement in one’s gift and ministry area.
•Revitalization prayer study
•Evangelism Explosion
•Teacher Training
•Leader Training
•Care / Discipleship