Welcome.

This 9-month training track is designed for men whose leadership qualities, humility, and faithfulness have been recognized by leaders at Calvary. The church, as a whole and not just Calvary, is in desperate need of strong, courageous, and godly leaders to help guide her, which is why you have been asked to consider joining a cohort of 6 to 8 other men meeting once a month with lay and pastoral elders for learning and discussion.

Expect monthly meetings to be 90 to 120 minutes. To prepare, you will be expected to complete the assigned reading, preferably taking notes throughout (mark those books up!) and to attend the monthly meetings and engage in discussion. You are encouraged but not required to journal, re-listen to past sermons related to content, and take on additional reading from the Resources page.

It is our expectation that you will make preparation and attendance a priority during this 9-month period. If you cannot commit to doing the preparatory reading (see the Schedule to understand the reading load) and also commit to being at a minimum of 8 of the 9 meetings, please wait until a later training date when you can make that commitment.

The goal of our elder team in offering this training track for potential church leaders is to equip and prepare you. It is our desire to come alongside you, build community together, and spur you on theologically, philosophically, and practically to better lead wherever God has called you to lead in the church, in your home, and in your community. If the Lord should one day call you to the role of elder at Calvary, and the community of faith subsequently affirm you for that role, we will be confident in your training and in your commitment, as well as your understanding that leadership is not a solo project, but is best done as a team and in community.

We are looking forward to this time with you, and we hope it a rich and fulfilling experience as you learn and grow.

The Elder Team | Calvary Church