Alcoholics Anonymous
Alcoholics Anonymous is a fellowship of men and women who share their experience, strength and hope with each other that they may solve their common problem and help others to recover from alcoholism. The only requirement for membership is a desire to stop drinking. There are no dues or fees for AA membership; the group is self-supporting through personal own contributions.

Meeting Dates: Every Sunday, including most holidays
Meeting Times: 7 pm
Meeting Location: Room 111
Contact Person:Calvary Church Office
Contact E-mail: calvary(at)cumcnormal.org
Contact Phone: 309-452-5413

Alzheimer's Support Group
Is a progressive and fatal brain disease. As many as 5 million Americans are living with Alzheimer’s disease. Alzheimer's destroys brain cells, causing problems with memory, thinking and behavior severe enough to affect work, lifelong hobbies or social life. Alzheimer’s gets worse over time, and it is fatal. Today it is the seventh-leading cause of death in the United States. When Alzheimer’s strikes a family member or loved one, it can pay a heavy toll on caregivers.  This support group is designed to encourage, inspire and support those involved.  New members are always welcome.

Meeting Dates: Second Tuesday of the month
Meeting Times: 7 pm
Meeting Location: Room L 1
Contact Person: Mary Sanko
Contact E-mail: sanko(at)frontiernet.net
Contact Phone:309-963-2046

Divorce Recovery
Rebuilding When Your Relationship Ends
Calvary United Methodist Church offers a divorce recovery group based on the book Rebuilding When Your Relationship Ends by Dr. Bruce Fisher and Dr. Robert Alberti.
Participants meet weekly to discuss each “Rebuilding Block” in the process, share their thoughts and concerns, and receive friendship from the group.

You do not need to be a member of Calvary to participate. Anyone in the community looking for a supportive environment is encouraged to come. You’ll meet people working through similar issues and experiencing many stages of recovery and learning. Walk-ins are welcome at any time and we often have out-of-town participants.

Even if you’ve just separated or just started the process, don’t wait for the support and perspective you need. You are not alone!

Meeting Dates: Wednesdays (September 17-December 17)
Meeting Times: 6:30 - 8 pm
Meeting Location: Room L6
Contact Person: Jim (309-664-2093), Brian (309-287-7481) or Tina (309-830-0512)

Faith Matters Support Group
Faith Matters is a small group for adults with acquired disabilities and/or chronic medical conditions that limit participation in many life and church activities. The goal of this group is to provide a spiritual based core for fellowship and bible study opportunities.

Meeting Dates: First and Third Thursdays of each month
Meeting Times: 10 am
Meeting Location: Conference Room
Contact Person: Calvary Church Office
Contact E-mail: calvary(at)cumcnormal.org
Contact Phone: 309-452-5413

Grief Support Group
The death of a family member or a friend can be devastating physically, psychologically and emotionally. No one reacts the same, and the grieving process can continue for a matter of months to years. Calvary offers a Grief Support Group for anyone who is dealing with the death of a loved one.

Meeting Dates: Second and Fourth Thursdays of each month
Meeting Times: 7 pm
Meeting Location: Conference Room
Contact Person: Jody Seip
Contact E-mail: jodyseip(at)juno.com
Contact Phone: 309-664-0853 or 309-212-1418

Stephen Ministry
Stephen Ministry lay caregivers (called Stephen Ministers) provide one-to-one Christian care to the bereaved, hospitalized, terminally ill, separated, divorced, unemployed, relocated and others facing a crisis or life challenge. Stephen Ministry helps the pastors provide quality caring ministry for as long as people need it. Stephen Ministry meets on various Wednesdays at Calvary. Stephen Ministers can be requested at anytime by contacting the Church Office.

Meeting Dates: Contact Roger or Jim for exact dates
Contact Person: Roger Finney and Jim Jones
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