Why go to a Growth & Nurture Group?

• Learn to ask "the right questions" as you face your situation.
• Develop new attitudes and a new perspective on your situation.
• Experience growth.
• See God at work in yourself and others.
• Fellowship with others in a climate of love and acceptance.
• Discover Jesus Christ and live out of His strength.
• Understand how personal faith in Christ can help you live an abundant life.
• Surrender to His leadership of your life.
• Receive accountability and encouragement.
• Grow in strength and courage.
• Changes in life begin with changes in you.

For more information about any of the Growth & Nurture groups listed below, email or call 215.703.8926, ext. 610. The following growth groups are conducted at various times throughout the year:

ADDICTIONS VICTORIOUS (for men and women struggling with addictions of all kinds)

Addictions Victorious (AV) is a network of Christ centered support and recovery groups. Our meetings are open to men and women of all ages who are seeking lasting change in their lives. We reach out in the love of our Lord Jesus to those who struggle with various addictions. We also embrace loved ones and friends who find themselves on the other side of addiction; those who are being adversely impacted by the addict’s destructive lifestyle.

Our open meetings are held on Tuesdays from 7:30-9:00 pm in room 301 at Calvary Church. Call 215.908.0967 or 215.799.0189 for more information or pick up a brochure in the church kiosks for details.

BETRAYED HEART (for wives of men struggling with sexual addiction)

Betrayed Heart offers support to wives of men dealing with sexual purity issues including pornography, affairs, and/or sexual addiction. This highly confidential group meets off-site. Call our confidential and secure number, 215.723.5385, ext. 180, for more information.

GRIEF SUPPORT(for those grieving the loss of someone close to them)

If you’ve lost a spouse, child, family member or friend, you’ve probably found that there are not many people who understand the deep hurt you feel. At Calvary you will find those who understand what you are experiencing and want to offer comfort and encouragement during this difficult time.  
For help with your grieving process, please call 215.703.8926 ext 610.

Holidays can be very difficult times if you have experienced the loss of loved ones.  We invite you to “Surviving The Holidays – Grief Support” on Wed., November 5, 2008 at Calvary in room 218 – 7:00-8:30PM.  The evening will include a helpful video followed by a time to share and discuss.  For planning purposes, please register to attend by calling the Counseling Center at 215-703-8926  x613.

MEN'S PURITY (for men desiring to escape sexual addiction)

Click here for details.

NANCY'S NETWORK (women who have recently been diagnosed with cancer or have battled cancer in the past).

This is a network of communication and encouragement under Congregational Care ministries. We meet monthly in the home of one of our group members to share current information regarding treatment options, doctors, hospitals, nutrition, etc. We also send cards of encouragement to ladies who are currently undergoing chemotherapy or radiation.

Our meetings consist of:
Informal conversation and light refreshments
A brief sharing time of personal treatments or insights learned through individual Bible study
Discussing prayer requests
Looking into God’s Word and praying
Occasionally share information about local seminars offered by area organizations, hospitals and nutrition centers.

Our group chose the name Nancy’s Network to honor the memory of our dear sister in Christ, Nancy Gillespie, a breast cancer survivor who ministered to other ladies during their journeys through cancer treatments. Nancy modeled a trust in God, a positive attitude, and a kind heart—qualities we want to infuse into our network.

For more information about Nancy's Network, please email or call Debbie at 215.723.0963, 139.

ROAD TO FREEDOM, CELEBRATE RECOVERY (a ministry of Branchcreek Community Church, Harleysville, and endorsed by Calvary Church, for men and women dealing with life-controlling habits.)

If you are struggling with life-controlling habits or hurts, you are invited to attend the Road to Freedom, Celebrate Recovery ministry to find encouragement from others using a Bible-based, 12 step program for recovery and health. This group meets every Monday evening from 6:30-9:00 pm at the Branch Creek Community Church, Harleysville. Childcare is provided up to age 12. Brochures about this group are available in the kiosks at Calvary Church.

Regular Schedule:

6:30 pm Dinner
7:00 pm Worship
7:40-9:00 pm Support Group
Calvary Church contact person: email or call Dell Bobier at 610.967.6350

BranckCreek Community Church: email or call 215.256.0100

SHELTER FROM THE STORM (for women who are survivors of sexual abuse)

Women who have experienced childhood sexual abuse are encouraged to learn how God’s love, through Jesus, heals the wounds of past abuse and offers us physical, spiritual, and emotional wholeness. This group meets weekly for 12-week sessions twice a year. The current session is in progress and full.

Call 215.703. 8926 ext 610 for more information and to be registered for the next session.

WOMEN’S BIBLE STUDY (for women in relationships with non-believing men)

Life can sometimes be a challenge if you are a believer in Christ and your husband is not or is a believer struggling with his walk with the Lord. Learn how to be a God-honoring wife while examining such topics as your role as a wife, how to pray for your husband, forgiveness and dealing with disappointment, communication and witnessing without words. This ongoing open group meets the second and fourth Sunday of the month from 7-8:30 pm. Call 215.703.8926 ext 610 for more information.