Track Three - Core Principles of the Community 

These are six-week leaders training overviews for those interested in facilitating small groups, using a resource guide from the home group study materials entitled First Principles. 

Step one

First Principles - Series One

Next session dates to be determined

Becoming a Disciple 

Belonging to a Family of Families 

Participating in the Mission of the Church

Cultivating Habits of the Heart 

Step two

First Principles - Series Two

 

Next session dates to be determined

Enjoying Your Relationship

Passing on Your Beliefs 

Envisioning Fruitful Life Work

Building for Future Generations 

First Principles - Series Three

 

Next session dates to be determined

Handling the Word with Confidence

Unfolding the Great Commission 

Laying Solid Foundations in the Gospel

Catching God's Vision for the Church

Living in God's Household 

Track Two - Joining the Community 

Step one

Membership Class -Leader: Dave Genberg

Starting Sunday, September 14 (Four Sunday Morning Sessions)

10:30 a.m. / Conference Room # 126

For those wanting to know more about connecting, maturing, and becoming a member at Calvary Church.

• Exploring Church Membership
• Connecting through Membership
• Understanding Identity in Christ
• Committing to Growth & Maturity

Step two

Ministry Equipping -Leader: Dave Genberg

Next session dates to be determined

(Four Sessions)

In this seminar, you will learn to identify and understand your spiritual gifts and develop and plan for ministry and service. Signup at the “Paths of Discipleship” table in the lobby or call the church office.

• Identifying Spiritual Giftedness
• Understanding Spiritual Giftedness
• Stewarding Your Spiritual Gifts
• Developing Your Spiritual Ministry

Biblical Disciple-Making

Next session dates to be determined 

• Saints — Holy Ones of God
• Salt & Light — Lamps to the World
• Soldiers — Armor-bearers for Christ
• Servants — Examples of the Faith
• Shepherds — Pastors of the Flock
• Stewards — Partners in the Promise

Track One - Knowing the Community

Step one 

Introducing Calvary -Leader: Larry & Dianne Orth 

Sunday, September 7 (One-Day Seminar)  

Noon - 3:00 p.m. / Fireside Room # 101
(Lunch will be included.)

For those wanting an overview of:  

• Calvary's History
• Calvary's Beliefs
• Calvary Ministry Goals and Opportunities

Step two

Christian Essentials - Leader: Dave Genberg

Next sessions to be offered in the fall  

(Six Sessions)

For those wanting to know more about the Christian faith, salvation, and growing as a new follower of Jesus.

• Assurance of Salvation
• Answered Prayer
• Victory over Sin
• Faith and Forgiveness
• Spiritual Guidance
• Christian Living

Baptism Class -Leader: Todd Olson

Next session dates to be determined

For those interested in knowing more about baptism for today’s believer.

• Baptism in the Bible
• Baptism for Today’s Believer

Track Four - Leadership Community

Step one

Vision for Leadership

Next session dates to be determined

The Leadership Baton 

Elders and Leaders 

Spiritual Leadership

Step two

Patterns for Leadership 

Crown Financial Management - Introductory class - Sunday, September 7 in Room # 221 at 6:30 p.m.  Regular sessions begin the first week of October.  Click on the link below for details.

Crown Financial Management

Freedoms in Christ

Reproductive Lifestyles

Step Three

Equipping for Leadership 

The Truth Project

The Truth Project is a DVD-based small group curriculum comprised of 12 video lessons.  This study is the starting point for looking at life from a Biblical perspective.  Each lesson discusses in detail the relevance and importance of living the Christian worldview in daily life.  Several groups will be gathering for the Truth Project this fall.  (For more information about study groups forming, contact Dave Genberg.)

Biblical Hermeneutics (Individual Book Studies)

Christian Aplogetics & Worldview (The Truth Project)

Ministry Team Development

 

 

Path Way Overview 

We believe it is critical that all Christians grow to maturity in their walk with Jesus Christ. We are therefore committed to helping everyone clearly see the paths they can walk on in their journey to a deeper relationship with Jesus and with each other. Toward this end, we are developing an intentional, integrated system for ordered learning and spiritual development. Our desire is that everyone will grow to maturity and that some will aspire to leadership right here in the context of our local church family.  

Pick up a brochure in the church foyer or print off the PDF paths_of_discipleship_brochure.  Email This e-mail address is being protected from spam bots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it to sign up.

Track One (Knowing the Community) is for those who are new to Calvary. This path is for the person who wants to find out more about who we are as a family of families…the church. It includes a one day discovery class for new attenders and for those who want a brief refresher course on Calvary. It also includes a six-week class for the new follower of Jesus. This path concludes with a two-week class on water baptism.

Track Two (Joining the Community) is for those who want to take the next steps in their journey. It includes a four-week membership class and also explains how a person actually joins the Calvary Evangelical Free Church. The next portion of track two is for those who want a deeper understanding of and practical application for their spiritual gifts. The final step on this track takes you on a personal journey toward deeper discipleship.

Track Three (Core Principles of Community) is a series of studies designed for accountability in small groups.  Each six-session booklet teaches the core principles of the way of Christ and His apostles.  These studies employ an interactive method using readings, personal reflection, group interaction, and projects. 

Track Four (Leadership Community) is for those who want to grow as leaders in their personal lives, in their families and in the church. Each year different materials will be used to equip believers to become effective leaders in the church and Christ's Kingdom.

Track Five (Antioch School) is for those who want formal theological and ministry training in the church.  These resources are aimed at helping believers become leaders by developing the skills needed to do serious equipping, training and development in a ministry context.  The courses offered are available for credit towards credentialed ministry certificates and degrees.

Training and Equipping Classes and Dates:

This Fall we will be offering a series of equipping and training sessions for all those interested in learning more about Calvary Evangelical Free Church and our ministry of specifically developing the believer’s walk with Christ. These sessions are part of the Paths of Discipleship series being presented to help us all grow and mature in our Christian faith.

If you are interested in participating in any of these ministry training sessions, you would help us as we prepare for these sessions by signing up on the sheets outside the Church Office or calling the office to register at 282-4612. You may also choose to e-mail us at This e-mail address is being protected from spam bots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it  or e-mail the instructing pastor for more information. 

All are welcome, so join us where and when it is meaningful and valuable for you.