The great philosopher Veruca Salt, from Willy Wonka and the Chocolate Factory, sang of the impatient mindset that permeates our sinful culture. She wanted the whole world and could not wait for the tour to end to experience pleasure. If you don’t think she had it correct, consider the pontification of Queen in their rock […]
Couch to 5K Program
Beginning June 6th, we begin a Couch to 5k Program. Led by Brooke Conklin, the group meets every Monday as a team from June 6th to September 12th (excluding holidays) at 6:00 p.m. to exercise, have a short devotional, and receive practical running/fitness lessons from experienced runners and guest experts. The program is open to […]
Honor God Above All
Hugh Latimer was a bold and courageous preacher in the early 1500’s, and was an influential voice as the Reformation movement spread into England. You can research for yourself some of his statements of courage. He was willing to deal with the consequences of King Henry VIII, and did not fear punishment from the King […]
Tanzania 2022 Mission Report
It is an exciting time here at Calvary Baptist Church. I had the privilege to be in Tanzania for the past couple of weeks, discovering ways our church can be mobilized for the sake of the Gospel. Thank you, church, for your support and prayers as I traveled. I went with a ministry called Living Water which […]
I Love My Church!
Calvary is a place of personal memories such as: my first job out of college, the place I married my wife, where my kids had their first day of school, and more. While the personal connection is deep, the reasons I love my church are much greater. I have never seen or been a part […]
Moving Day
The church office is moving to our new building on campus on Monday, April 25th and Tuesday, April 26th. We need able-bodied volunteers to help us with that move. We have several ways you can help. If you are available and able to help, please sign up below. We appreciate your willingness to serve!
Rescue Story
As a teenager, my best friend and I would frequent the Nantahala River. After a trip down the river with a paddle in hand, we would leave our boats and pick up our ropes. For hours we would stand on the boulders and throw ropes to offer a rescue line for boaters who have fallen […]
Joining the Family Business
We have a natural tendency to be defined by our work. It is easy to trace the occupational origins of surnames such as Webber signifies “a man who weaves” and Baker means “a man who bakes.” More recently, one of the first questions we ask when meeting someone new is about their work. “Hey, nice […]
So That We Can Live
Merry Christmas! I realize that many are still digging out of the credit card bills from this past December, while others really do need to finally take down the outdoor Christmas lights. Yes, I’m talking to you! While Christmas is a holiday with a defined season on the calendar, its sincerest purpose is certainly worth celebrating […]
Rethinking How We View the World
Matthew 28:18-20 And Jesus came and said to them, “All authority in heaven and on earth has been given to me. Go therefore and make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit, teaching them to observe all that I have commanded […]