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ADULT
CHRISTIAN EDUCATION
Life Development Institute
Equipping Adults for the Seasons of
Life
Life
Development Institute enters into its' second season at
Calvary, but it may be new to you. What's LDI? Life Development
Institute is for those who want to grow deeper in their
Christian faith so that they are able to face life, firmly
planted in God's Word. At LDI, we offer four major growth
tracks, which will give the needed resources so that you
can successfully navigate the seasons
of life.
Each
year specific "core" electives
are offered so if you miss one this semester, it may be available
again next year.
Why
should you attend? As you grow through participation in
LDI and become the person God intended you to be, your
life will be a witness to others and reflection of His
life within you. LDI will also give you a chance to grow
in community with others as you study together.
Each elective covers a specific topic
in 12 weeks or less.
Men’s & Women’s Track
Helping Men and Women
Live by God’s Design
The Quest for Authentic Manhood Part 1
(Men's study offered twice each week!)
Guys, this is a "must do" study. Grab other men from your small group or come alone, but make sure you join in on this journey since it will help you discover how God intended you to live. This series will help you gain a clear definition of what manhood is and develop your own personalized manhood plan. Topics include... a man and his wife, fathers and sons, fathers and daughters, dealing with your past, the four faces of manhood etc.
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Parlor Room 106 (Wed. nights)
Legacy Room (Friday mornings) |
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Wednesday evenings:
Chris Jones and Joe Cesarini
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Friday mornings from 6:00 to 7:15 AM
with Mike McGonigal |
Cost: $20 for Materials
Join us at our First Watch breakfast on September 8th for more details.
Beloved Disciple
Beth Moore series for women
Explore the life of the apostle John with inspirational speaker and author Beth Moore. Through her personal study of this extraordinary biblical figure, Moore conveys that John had the God-given gift of seeing a larger picture, and that his love relationship with Christ profoundly influenced everything he did and wrote. In Beloved Disciple, you will get to know the one the New Testament calls the "beloved disciple." As a result, you'll see yourself as a modern "beloved disciple" and will discover how to allow God to establish a love relationship with Christ as the motivation for all you do.
Location: Heritage Room #104
Teacher: Kara Jones
For more information you
may contact Kara 708-383-0256
Cost: $19.00 for workbook (class is 11 weeks)
The Family Track
Helping Marriages and Families
Impact Their World For Christ
Parenting Is Heart Work
Are you ready to do the "heart" work of parenting and to see amazing transformation in your child’s life? If so, this study is for you, since you’ll learn how to touch your child’s heart. Most parenting courses deal primarily with behavior modification techniques, but here’s the truth—unless you deal with a child through his or her heart; you are not likely to see lasting change. This 8-week DVD study with Scott Turansky and Joanne Miller is a perfect compliment to our core curriculum "The Essentials of Discipline" (last years' study).
Location: Legacy Room
Teacher: Pastor Bob Boerman
Cost: $14.00 for the book
The Bible Track
Helping People Grow in Their Understanding and Application of God’s Word
"God's Wisdom for Life"
Join others for a weekly study of the book of Proverbs that tell us how to live life from God's perspective. Do you need insights into every area of your life, such as your family, your work, your church, your marriage, your friendships, your relationships, your time management, your parenting skills, your temper, your heart, your mind, and your soul?
Remember one goal of a proverb is to say what is important in the fewest words so that we will easily remember it when we need to do what is right, just, and true.
Location: Dining Room
Teacher: Pastor Howard Duncan
The Truth Project: An In-Depth Christian Worldview Experience
Focus on the Family’s The Truth Project is a DVD-based small group study designed to equip believers with a comprehensive biblical worldview. 12 lessons discuss in detail God's design for living the Christian worldview in all of daily life (Family, State, Law, Work, Arts, History, Science, etc.). Most importantly, it addresses the need to marry our actions with our core beliefs, which ultimately makes a difference in our modern world. This study will transform and renew your thinking. Visit www.thetruthproject.org to see a promotional video.
Location: Room 322 (Thursday Evenings 7-9)
Teachers: Tom & Joan Gibbons.
Questions? Call 708-660-0214 or 708-421-9579
Cost: Free
Maximum number of participants: 12
The Finance Track
Helping People Become Good Stewards
of the Resources God Gave Them
Handling Money God's Way:
(Crown Financial Study)
Note: The first night of class will start with a mandatory information meeting for those who plan to join the course. This study is one of our most popular courses at Calvary. The course will help you discover effective ways to find biblically based answers to your financial questions and difficulties. Through in-depth teaching in a small-group setting, you will be trained, in only 10 weeks, to use money in eternally significant ways. Topics covered include: Getting Out of Debt, Saving, Spending, Budgeting, Earning Money, Investing and Giving. This in-depth study requires the purchase of a manual and weekly homework. (On average, graduates of this study reduce their personal debt by 38% and increase their savings by 58%.)
Location: Room 322
Teacher: Pat Italia
Questions?: Call Pat at 708-771-9037
Cost: $45 for singles and $55 for couples
(Scholarships may be available.)
Maximum number of participants: 8
The LifeCare Track
Helping People Grow Through
the Trials and Transitions of Life
Divorce Care Series
Find help and healing for the hurt of separation and divorce. DivorceCare is a friendly, caring group of people who will walk alongside you through one of life's most difficult experiences. Don't go through separation and divorce alone. Our seminar and support group is led by people who understand what you are going through and want to help. You'll gain access to valuable resources to help you deal with the pain of the past and look forward to rebuilding your life.
Topics include dealing with anger, depression, loneliness and much more. Learn how to find hope in Jesus Christ.
Note: This class starts early at 6:30 PM
Location: Senior Pastor’s Study
Leader: Sharon Lund
Cost: $10 for workbook (scholarships available)
Thursday Evenings
Alcoholics Anonymous
A.A. is an on-going support group that integrates a Christ-centered approach with the 12-step A.A. program. If you have a problem with alcohol or drug use, you are welcome to attend the meetings at any time.
Time: 7:00 PM
Location: Legacy Room
Information? Call Pastor Howard Duncan at 708-386-3900
Donation. No childcare available
Do you have questions about LifeCare? Contact Pastor Howard Duncan at 708-386-3900
Any questions regarding any of the above courses can be directed to Pastor Bob Boerman at 708-386-3900.
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