Ladies, please join us for a weekly study of God's Word on Sundays at 9:00 am in Mid Rivers Campus Room 153. Linda Douchant will be leading the class. Bring your Bibles! Sign up on the Communication Card in the bulletin by writing "Ladies' Bible Class" or contacting Linda Douchant, Women's Ministry Director, at 636.939.4343 x1122 or ldouchant@calvaryonline.cc.

Tuesday Ladies at Calvary (TLC) is a ladies' evening each week focused on growing in faith, and friendships. TLC consists of three sessions throughout the year and offers a wide variety of classes to meet a variety of needs and schedules. During the Fall and Winter/Spring sessions, our small groups on Tuesday evenings range from in-depth Bible studies and topical studies to intentional discipleship and restoration groups.

Mid Rivers Campus
Tuesday evenings 6:45 pm - 8:30 pm
Beginning August 31, individual class ending times vary

Children
At this time we are not offering a children's program on Tuesday evenings. If this is a hardship that would keep you from attending, please contact Linda Douchant at ldouchant@calvaryonline.cc.

FALL 2010 CLASSES

Balance at the Speed of Life
Barb Folkerts
Does your life seem like a three-ring circus? For many Christian women today, managing the demands of
marriage, family, career and church responsibilities can be overwhelming. Adjusting priorities can make all the difference in a stressed-out, over-worked schedule. This study will teach you how to regain control of the out-of-control areas of your life, determine what God wants you to be doing, practical goal-setting tips, God’s blueprint for marriage, ten truths your children need to learn from you, how to have a prayer life in a time-crunched schedule and more.
Time: 60-90 minutes per week
Cost: $19
No Bible study experience necessary

Boundaries: When to Say Yes, How to Say No, to Take Control of Your Life
Dr. Henry Cloud and Dr. John Townsend
Even loving, unselfish Christian are allowed to say no. Having clear boundaries is essential to a healthy, balanced lifestyle. This study will help you discover what boundaries you need and how to avoid feeling guilty about setting them. Discover how to set healthy limits with a parent, spouse, child, friend, co-worker and even yourself. It will leave you feeling empowered without guilt or fear.
Time: 45-60 minutes per day  
Cost: $23 (book and workbook)
No Bible study experience necessary

Experiencing God
Henry Blackaby, Richard Blackaby, Claude V. King
Do you desire to know the will of God? God is inviting you to experience Him in a relationship through which He reveals to you His will, His ways and His work. Through this study, God can teach you how to know when He is speaking to you; recognize His activity around you; adjust your life to Him and His ways; identify what He wants to do through you and respond to His activity in your life. When you recognize where God is working, you can join Him in what He is doing. Then you will experience God doing through you what only He can do.
Time: 30-40 minutes per day
Cost:  $16
Some Bible study experience helpful

The Feasts of the Lord
Vicki Brown
Have you ever wondered what the holy days of Israel have to do with Christianity? These feasts are more important that just a series of cultural observances. They are appointed by the Lord. Together they form God’s prophetic calendar, outlining the work of Jesus, the Messiah. This study examines the holy days of Israel—their traditions, purpose and Messianic significance.
Time: 30 minutes per week  
Cost: $10
No Bible study experience necessary 

Here and Now…There and Then: A Lecture Series on Revelation 
Beth Moore
In this 11-lecture series based on the book of Revelation, Beth Moore presents many points of view, allowing women to decide for themselves when the interpretation varies among scholars. She teaches that God is as specific about what He does reveal as He is about what He does not
reveal. Class time includes approximately 1 hour and 15 minutes of video and also discussion of light homework.
Time: 30 minutes per week
Cost: $10
Some Bible study experience helpful

Discipleship 101: Growing in Christ
The Navigators
Growing in Christ has been developed to help every
believer understand the basics of Christian discipleship through careful study of God's Word. This study can help you establish a firm, Scriptural foundation for your life as you develop habits of Bible study and Scripture memory. Homework is a critical aspect of this class and a commitment to class preparation is essential. Each week we will meet together for an introduction and then break into smaller groups with a facilitator for small group discussion.
Time: 60-90 minutes per week
Cost: $8
No Bible study experience needed

Your Scars Are Beautiful to God: Finding Peace and Purpose in the Hurts of Your Past
Sharon Jaynes
Have you ever struggled with thoughts like: “If anyone ever knew the choices I’ve made, they’d never accept me.” We can’t change our past, but we can determine the effect it will have on our future. The goal of this class is to provide a safe place to come to terms with past experiences and choices. This is a great place to learn how to own your choices without excuse, confess them, accept forgiveness and best of all—learn how to allow God to use your story to extend hope to others in the midst of similar life experiences.
Time: 60-90 minutes per week
Cost: $12Some Bible study experience helpful

Friend 2 Friend (F2F), Calvary's small group ministry for women, offers two sessions each year. Whether you're a new believer or spiritual leader, searching for parenting tips or a deeper understanding of Scripture, F2F offers something for everyone willing to grow. Our small group studies range from in-depth Bible studies to topical studies. Our desire is to provide studies that meet a range of needs, as well as an environment that encourages meaningful relationships for years to come.

Mid Rivers Campus
Wednesday mornings 9:30 am - 11:30 am
September 1-November 17

FALL 2010 CLASSES

12 Great Choices Smart Moms Make
Robin Chaddock
Would you like your family to experience more contentment, better structure, and greater joy? In this study, life coach Robin Chaddock addresses life principles, including how to handle the daily challenges of child rearing, listen to and be heard by your kids, make wise choices based on your priorities and gifts, draw close to God and rely on His wisdom and strength and develop strong, supportive relationships with other moms. Encouraging and upbeat, this study offers 12 simple ways you and your family can stay happy and healthy.
Time: 60-90 minutes per week
Cost: $14
No Bible study experience necessary

Balance at the Speed of Life
Barb Folkerts
Does your life seem like a three-ring circus? For many Christian women today, managing the demands of marriage, family, career and church responsibilities can be overwhelming. Adjusting priorities can make all the difference in a stressed-out, over-worked schedule. This study will teach you how to regain control of the out-of-control areas of your life, determine what God wants you to be doing, practical goal-setting tips, God’s blueprint for marriage, ten truths your children need to learn from you, how to have a prayer life in a time-crunched schedule and more.
Time: 60-90 minutes per week
Cost: $19
No Bible study experience necessary 

Breaking Free (updated edition)
Beth Moore
Is there anything that consistently hinders the abundant and effective Spirit-filled life God has planned for you? In this study, Beth Moore shows us what it means to be in “captivity” and how to discover the transforming power of freedom in Jesus Christ. Themes from this study come from Isaiah, a book about the captivity of God’s children, the faithfulness of God and the road to freedom.  Don’t continue to live in bondage. God intends for you to know and believe Him, glorify Him, experience His peace, and enjoy His presence. This class uses the workbook only, however, the DVD may be viewed after class. Childcare is not provided for the DVD viewing.
Time: 30-45 minutes per day (five-day week) 
Cost: $16
Some Bible study experience helpful

Boundaries: When to Say Yes, How to Say No, to Take Control of Your Life 
Dr. Henry Cloud and Dr. John Townsend
Even loving, unselfish Christian are allowed to say no. Having clear boundaries is essential to a healthy, balanced lifestyle. This study will help you discover what boundaries you need and how to avoid feeling guilty about setting them. Discover how to set healthy limits with a parent, spouse, child, friend, co-worker and even yourself. It will leave you feeling empowered without guilt or fear.
Time: 45-60 minutes per day  
Cost: $23 (book and workbook)
No Bible study experience necessary

Experiencing God
Henry Blackaby, Richard Blackaby, Claude V. King
Do you desire to know the will of God? God is inviting you to experience Him in a relationship through which He reveals to you His will, His ways and His work. Through this study, God can teach you how to know when He is speaking to you; recognize His activity around you; adjust your life to Him and His ways; identify what He wants to do through you and respond to His activity in your life. When you recognize where God is working, you can join Him in what He is doing. Then you will experience God doing through you what only He can do.
Time: 30-40 minutes per day
Cost:  $16
Some Bible study experience helpful

For Women Only: What You Need to Know About the Inner Lives of Men
Shaunti Feldhahn
Have you ever been totally confused by something your man has said or done? Would you like to understand his secret desires and fears—his daily battles? This study takes you beneath the surface into the inner lives of men. With findings from a groundbreaking national survey and personal interviews with over one thousand men, this book is full of eye-opening revelations to not only understand the man in your life, but to support and love him in the way he needs to be loved. Discover how to love your man for who he really is—not who you think he is.
Time: 30 minutes per week
Cost: $14
No Bible study experience necessary

Discipleship 101: Growing in Christ
The Navigators
Growing in Christ has been developed to help every
believer understand the basics of Christian discipleship through careful study of God's Word. This study can help you establish a firm, Scriptural foundation for your life as you develop habits of Bible study and Scripture memory. Homework is a critical aspect of this class and a commitment to class preparation is essential. Each week we will meet together for an introduction and then break into smaller groups with a facilitator for small group discussion.
Time: 60-90 minutes per week
Cost: $8
No Bible study experience needed

Discipleship 201: Discipleship Essentials
Greg Ogden
Follow Jesus' example by gathering in intimate groups of two or three for study and encouragement. This innovative disciple-making workbook features 25 weekly units—each with a core truth in a question-and-answer format, a memory verse, an inductive Bible study and a theme-related reading and discussion questions. Homework is a critical aspect of this class and a commitment to class preparation is essential. Each week we will meet together for an introduction and then break into smaller groups with a facilitator for small group discussion. Completion of Growing in Christ (Discipleship 101) is a prerequisite for Discipleship 201.
Time: 60-90 minutes per week
Cost: $16
Bible study experience necessary (25 weeks)
Continues fall through spring sessions

Managing Your Moods
Women of Faith Series
Do your moods ever get the best of you? Do they ever stand in the way of healthy communication with your family and friends? This study will tackle the garden-variety moods and emotions women deal with every day with down-to-earth illustrations to give you a chance to laugh and think, plus dozens of thoughtful insights from Marilyn Meberg, Luci Swindoll, Barbara Johnson, Sheila Walsh, Thelma Wells, Patsy Clairmont, and Nicole Johnson—the "Women of Faith".
Time: 45-60 minutes per week
Cost: $9
No Bible study experience necessary

Outflow: Outward-focused Living in a Self-focused World
Steve Sjogren and Dave Ping
If it is all about God, why do we live as if it is all about us? This book inspires readers to embrace outreach as a lifestyle. It starts with a deep relationship with God. As He pours His blessings into your life, He fills you to the brim with his love, joy and hope. God’s love unabated—overflowing from you into the lives of your family, friends, neighbors, community and the world. Get ready to experience God’s love in a new way and to share it with others in a manner that’s natural, simple, and heart-felt.
Time: 20-30 minutes per day (five-day week) 
Cost: $15
No Bible study experience necessary

Psalms
Navigators LifeChange Series
 “Lord, teach us to pray.” The book of Psalms is an answer to that request, leading those who study it into new emotional depth in their prayers and daily lives. Through this study you will enrich your prayer life and acquire a richer revelation of the God who invites you into a lifelong conversation. The book of Psalms is a beautiful expression of humankind to God. LifeChange Bible studies allow the Bible to speak for itself. You’ll see what Scripture says—not what someone else thinks it says—and develop the skills and desire to dig even deeper into God’s Word.
Time: 45-60 minutes per week
Cost: $9
Some Bible study experience helpful

F2F Childcare

Little Friends (LF) is our morning program for children from birth through kindergarten. Children two and under stay in our nursery where our caregivers provide excellent care. Preschoolers and kindergarteners enjoy Bible stories, songs, crafts and playtime.

Learning With Friends (LWF) is a program for home-schooled K-5 students of mothers attending F2F at the Mid Rivers Campus. Students will participate in Bible study and Music Appreciation in the fall session.

The Calvary Church Women's Ministry offers an Intentional Discipleship program to help women grow in their relationship with God. If you desire a better understanding of Scripture and a more intimate relationship with our Father, this program provides a time to meet with a group of 2-5 women to help you through Bible study and prayer fellowship.

Discipleship classes are offered during Summer TLC, Friend 2 Friend and TLC. For those of you who are interested in coming alongside others, there is also discipleship training. For more information please contact Linda Douchant, Women's Ministry Director, at 636.939.4343 x1122 or ldouchant@calvaryonline.cc.

Friend 2 Friend (F2F), Calvary's small group ministry for women, offers two sessions each year. Whether you're a new believer or spiritual leader, searching for parenting tips or a deeper understanding of Scripture, F2F offers something for everyone willing to grow. Our small group studies range from in-depth Bible studies to topical studies. Our desire is to provide studies that meet a range of needs, as well as an environment that encourages meaningful relationships for years to come.

F2F Childcare

Little Friends (LF) is our morning program for children from birth through kindergarten. Children two and under stay in our nursery where our caregivers provide excellent care. Preschoolers and kindergarteners enjoy Bible stories, songs, crafts and playtime.

West Campus
Thursday mornings 9:30 am - 11:30 am
September 2-November 18

FALL 2010 CLASSES

The Life Changing Power in the Name of Jesus
Jennifer Kennedy Dean    
In this book, Jennifer Kennedy Dean pulls the Old and New Testaments together, drawing on what she calls "the symmetry of Scripture." The seven I AM declarations Jesus makes in the gospel of John anchors the study. Each declaration—I AM the Bread of Life, I AM the Light of the World, I AM the Good Shepherd, I AM the Door, I AM the Resurrection and the Life, I AM the True and Living Way, I AM the True Vine—claims the eternal I AM name as His own.
Time: 30-40 minutes per day
Some Bible study experience necessary
Offered Thursday mornings

Life Lessons: The Book of Hebrews
Max Lucado
Hebrews shows us that salvation through Jesus Christ supersedes the ritual practices of the Old Testament.  The writer of Hebrews compares the old ways with the new faith.  The comparison focuses on Jesus, his effective ministry and his ultimate sacrifice.  Hebrews shows us that nothing, absolutely nothing, compares to our incomparable Christ.
Time: 45-60 minutes per week
No Bible study experience necessary
Offered Thursday mornings

Managing Your Moods
Women of Faith Series   
Do your moods ever get the best of you? Do they ever stand in the way of healthy communication with your family and friends? This study will tackle the garden-variety moods and emotions women deal with every day with down-to-earth illustrations to give you a chance to laugh and think, plus dozens of thoughtful insights from Marilyn Meberg, Luci Swindoll, Barbara Johnson, Sheila Walsh, Thelma Wells, Patsy Clairmont, and Nicole Johnson—the "Women of Faith".
Time: 45-60 minutes per week                       
No Bible study experience necessary
Offered Thursday mornings and Tuesday evenings

A Woman After God’s Own Heart
Beth Moore
Perhaps no Old Testament event so dramatically illustrates God’s persistent desire to related to His children as the building of the tabernacle in the wilderness. This in-depth study explores the fascinating account of the building of the tabernacle, the significance of its intricate design, its pivotal role in God’s eternal plan, the grand fulfillment of its purpose by Jesus Christ and its variety of meanings for your walk with God today. Through this study, you will learn more about His will for your life and be challenged to prepare your heart to become a home for His love and glory—a dwelling place for the Most High God.
Time: 30-40 minutes per day           
Some Bible study experience necessary
Offered Thursday mornings and Tuesday evenings