Find a Connect Group

Marriage Enrichment NEW

What does a successful marriage look like?  What does a Godly marriage look like?  How couples keep their marriage strong, exciting and romantic for a lifetime?   How do I know if my marriage is healthy?    Some timeless principles  will be shared that will help you ground and grow your marriage into a relationship that you never thought could be achieved in this lifetime.   Intimacy,  forgiveness, sacrificial love and realistic expectations are just some of the relevant topics that will be discussed.   Prior to the commencement of this course you can email the teachers and give any input/suggestions on topic(s) that you would like to see discussed in this 5 week series.

Start Date & Duration: May 2nd 2012 // Weekly, 5 weeks

When & Where: Wednesday 7 PM // VanMiddlesworth Home

Leaders & Contact: Dwight & Sharon VanMiddlesworth // svanm55@shaw.ca // 403.239.5867

 

The Ladies Shame Exchange NEW

Are you tired of trying to measure up? If Christ has become my righteousness than why do I still feel like I have to work so hard to earn favor? We are wounded by shame but how are we healed by grace?  Come and join us to study what God’s point of view is and to make a heavenly exchange.

Start Date & Duration: April 26th 2012 // Weekly, 6 weeks

When & Where: Thursday 1:15pm  // 120 Aspen Cliff Close SW

Leader & Contact: Judy Sparkes // judy.sparkes@gmail.com // 403.710.0208

 

God’s Plan for Weight Loss- Ladies

Learn how to align your body with your soul and spirit in perfect submission to Christ. God made our bodies to be hungry for His presence, but sometimes we mistake this hunger for our own natural hunger. We will together learn how to submit for our appetites to God’s will and reap the blessings God provides.

Start Date & Duration: determined by consensus, weekly for 12 weeks

Leader & Contact: Vicki Mark // vmark@shaw.ca // 403.803.1758

Band of Brothers FULL

A group of men (18+) discussing relevant topics pertaining to the lives of men.  Using the Band of Brother’s video series to prompt discussion. The format is fun and a non-threatening way to connect with guys.

Live with Courage.  Embrace the Challenge.  Discover your Strength.

 

“From now until the end of the world, we and it shall be remembered.  We few, we happy few, we Band of Brothers. For he today that sheds his blood with me shall be my brother.”

In addition, there will be a few “archery sessions” where we will most likely head over and shoot some arrows at Calgary Archery Center.

Start Date & Duration: February 12th, 2012 // Weekly, 6 weeks

When & Where: Sunday 7:30 PM // 202 Sienna Park Bay SW

Leader & Contact: Shawn Rennick // rennick@shaw.ca // 403.585.6072

 

30 Somethings

This group meets periodically for a BBQ’s, bowling or whatever else will get people coming together.  No agenda, just hanging out and getting to know one another.   Interested?  We will put you on list of “30 Something’s” and give you a call the next time we are planning a social event.

Start Date & Duration: Ongoing // Every 3 months

When & Where: Time & Location Varies

Leaders & Contact: Mark & Katie Hess // k_love83@hotmail.com // 403.604.0884

 

Men’s Downtown Wednesday Luncheon

A mid week lunch connect for men working in Calgary’s inner core, The format is open invitation and discussion on “Doing YOUR BEST LIFE”, with focus on all the challenges that go with life as a Christ-centred man in the Marketplace. In the past this has been a very fruitful and inspiring sharing/equipping time.

Start Date & Duration: Ongoing // Weekly

When & Where: Wednesday, 12 PM – 1 PM // Business Interactive Group (BIG), Suite 202, 621 4th Ave SW

Leaders & Contact: Jerry Sitko or Larry Gueran // larryg@myc3church.ca // 403.923.1280

Marriage for Men

Men getting together on a periodic basis to talk about marriage, learn how to be better husbands and Fathers and support each other when needed.  The group is specifically open to emergency response people (fire, ambulance, police and 911 operators) but not specifically exclusive to this vocation.

Start Date & Duration: TBD // Ongoing

When & Where: Varies, dependant on availability of group

Leader & Contact: Lyndon Cousins // lyndoncousins@gmail.com // 403.686.9484

 

M-Powered Mom’s Group

The M-Powered  group is to care and build up women, families and children.   The topic changes depending on speaker but it’s an excellent opportunity to get together for support and encouragement with other mom’s as they walk out their daily lives together.   Babysitting provided, $4 per child.

Start Date & Duration: Ongoing // Weekly

When & Where: Thursday 9:45 AM // C3 Church Calgary

Leaders & Contact: Jill Jager & Joni Harder // joni.harder@gmail.com // 403.242.7477

 

Power Surge: Men’s Prayer

Any relevant topic that pertains to challenging men to be real men of God filled with courage to walk out  life by the power of God.  We use the book “Resolution for Men” by Kendrick & Alcorn.  It is not necessary to read this book but it will change your life if you do.   Several copies are available in the C3 book store.

Start Date & Duration: Ongoing // Weekly

When & Where: Thursday 6:45 AM // C3 Church Calgary

Leader & Contact: Vince Urquhart // vinceu@c3calgary.ca // 403.803.9604

 

Rise

Rise is an informed conversation about you, and your loved ones who are struggling with drug and alcohol abuse.  Sharing information, listening as an ally, searching God’s word and Rising … into hope, into faith, and into action.  Rise out of shame and loneliness! Rise out of why? Rise from where you’re stuck, into a partnership with God and all of His almighty strength!  

“Greater is He who is in you, than he who is in the world! ”  1John 4:4

Contact for more information.

Leader & Contact: Wendee & Gary Otto // waotto@shaw.ca // 403.686.3579

Men’s Fencing Connect

.5 hours of world class professional foil training followed by  1 hr of foil fencing and fun, .5+ hours of life conversation at Tim Hortons. Join us to build some relationships while having some fun and real life conversation.  Cost: $12 per time for use of club, gear and training. Open to: men 18+ (possibly men & kids over age of 12) Click Here to view promotional video

Start Date & Duration: Ongoing // Weekly

When & Where: Wednesday 8-10 PM // Contact for Location

Leader & Contact: Jay Harder // jay@capa-city.com // 403.265.8686

Christian Essentials FALL 2012

Nothing will prepare your life better than learning what God’s Word teaches on foundational topics.  This 8 week study will be intense and engaging.   Whether you are a brand new Christian or have been following Jesus for years, you will be taken deep into the bible transformational truths that will allow your life to find stability and strength.

Start Date & Duration: Postponed to Later Date // Weekly, 8-10 weeks

When & Where: Tuesday 7 PM // 81 Scandia Hill NW

Leaders & Contact: Dwight & Sharon VanMiddlesworth // svanm55@shaw.ca // 403.239.5867

 

God & Money FALL 2012

Come and hear a story of what a million dollars can do to your heart? Curt Scheewe will share his personal testimony of the highs and lows of inheriting a business and almost loosing everything in between. He will give valuable insights in starting a business and challenge men and women to be money managers for God & stewarding God’s cash flow. Cost is $99 and includes Saturday lunch.  Click here to see the Promotional Video

Start Date & Duration: September 2012 // Daily, 2 Days

When & Where: Friday 7-9:30 PM, Saturday 10 AM-4:30 PM // TBD

Leader & Contact: Vince Urquhart // vinceu@c3calgary.ca // 403.803.9604