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  • Preparing for Easter: Week 3

    Preparing for Easter: Week 3 Stained Glass Reflections on the Life of Christ Recommended Reading: Matt. 18:1-6, 19:13-15, Mark 10:13-16, Luke 10:21 This week, we jump […]

  • Preparing for Easter: Week 2

    Preparing for Easter: Week 2 Stained Glass Reflections on the Life of Christ For our second week through Jesus’ life, we jump forward at least 30 […]

  • Preparing for Easter: Week 1

    Preparing for Easter: Week 1 Stained Glass Reflections on the Life of Christ As we approach Easter on April 20, we thought we’d take some time […]

  • Heritage Sunday

    Heritage Sunday 2025 On Sunday, February 9 we celebrated 40 years of Calvary Baptist Church! What a special time it was remembering all that God has […]

  • Give to Vision 2025

    Prayerfully consider giving to Vision 2025! We are excited about what God has for us this next year! Please join us in praying for us as […]

  • Small Groups & Classes

    2025 Small Groups & Classes We are excited for all our Winter/Spring small groups & classes that have restarted! Please read carefully for all the options […]

  • Thanksgiving Fellowship Breakfast 2024

    Here are some pictures from the Breakfast & Praise Service!

  • Men’s Golf Tournament

    Men’s Golf Tournament We had a great time at the Men’s Golf Tournament! Congratulations to the winners: Ronnie Bruce, Alexis Gonzalez, Haddon Wiginton, and Michael Smith! […]

  • Voting Information

    We are happy to serve our community by being one of Greenville County’s early voting locations. Here’s some information if you are coming to vote: Please […]

  • Down on The Farm 2024!

    We had a great time at Down on the Farm 2024! Thanks to all who came out! Here are some pictures from the event:

  • Chili Cook-Off & Pie Bakeoff

    You are invited to our annual church-wide Chili Cook-off & Fellowship on Wednesday, October 9 at 6:30 pm in the Gym! We will also be adding […]

  • Ladies Fall Bible Studies

    This fall, we will be offering three Bible Studies for the ladies of Calvary! Check out the different options and times below and then sign up […]

  • Back to School Reminders

    At the beginning of every school year, parents often feel like we are constantly giving reminders: “Don’t forget to get school supplies!” “Don’t forget your lunchbox!” […]

  • GriefShare – Fall 2024

    Griefshare: Help and encouragement after the death of a spouse, child, family member, or friend. GriefShare is a special weekly seminar and support group designed to […]

  • Good Soil Evangelism Conference

    On Friday, August 16 and Saturday, August 17 Calvary will be hosting the Good Soil Evangelism Conference. The purpose of this conference is to motivate, train, […]

  • Ladies Morning Gathering

    On Saturday, July 27, the ladies of Calvary are invited to attend special sessions from 9:30 am to 12:30 pm with guest speaker Wendy Alsup. Wendy […]

  • Memorial Day Cookout 2024

    We are excited to have our next church-wide fellowship – the Memorial Day Cookout! Here’s some pictures from previous years!

  • Wisdom’s Call

    Wisdom’s Call I’ve never heard anyone say they want to lead a bad life. I don’t recall anyone ever telling me that they hope they waste […]

  • VBS 2024

    Vacation Bible School is just right around the corner! At The Great Jungle Journey VBS, kids will learn how to answer hard questions Biblically by setting […]

  • Easter 2024!

    We had a great Sunday morning celebrating the resurrection of our Savior! Following the church-wide breakfast, we had a special Easter Worship service and Baptisms.

  • The Importance of Prayer

    The Importance of Prayer What do you most need to get done today? A work project? A house project? Chores or groceries? A homework assignment? What […]

  • Chili Cook-Off

    You are invited to our annual church-wide Chili Cook-off on Sunday, March 3 at 5:30 pm in the Gym! Rules The International Chili Society defines Homestyle […]

  • Men’s Breakfast Fellowship

    Men of Calvary are invited to a breakfast and fellowship Saturday, February 1 at 9:00 am in the Gym. We will enjoy breakfast, a short challenge, […]

  • Men’s Retreat

    Calvary men are invited to a retreat at Look Up Lodge Friday, April 26 through Saturday, April 27. There will be teaching sessions, worship, and fellowship with the men […]

  • BEHOLD: Christmas 2023

    What was it like to be at that first Christmas when Christ was born? Join us as we revisit this familiar story and find a fresh […]

  • Advent Reading Plan: Isaiah

    Reading Plan – Weeks 12-16 Advent/Christmas Reading Plan Though our series in James has concluded, along with our reading plan and 40 Days of Prayer to […]

  • Comfort for Suffering Saints

    Comfort for Suffering Saints Do any of you lack comfort? I know I sure do. Sometimes life can feel like bouncing from one heartache and painful […]

  • Reading Plan – Week 11

    Reading Plan – Week 11 Prayer Theme: Gratefulness Next Sunday’s Service: James 5:13-20 (Pastor Chase) We will read some Psalms of praise to prepare our hearts […]

  • A Sacrifice of Praise

    A Sacrifice of Praise: How Praise Deepens Our Faith Do you ever find it hard to praise God? Does it ever feel like gratitude has become […]

  • Reading Plan – Week 10

    Reading Plan – Week 10 Prayer Theme: Steadfastness Sunday Service: Thanksgiving Praise Service (Robert Horn) The readings this week will go into the prophets that were […]

  • Reading Plan – Week 9

    Prayer Theme: Dependence Sunday Service: James 5:7-12 (JJ Waltho) The readings this week will finish Proverbs and then hit the beginning and end of the book […]

  • Thanksgiving Fellowship Breakfast 2023

    On November 20 we had a church-wide breakfast along with our Thanksgiving Praise Service! Here are some pictures from that morning:

  • Reading Plan – Week 8

    Reading Plan – Week 8 Prayer Theme: Humility Sunday Service: James 4:13-5:6 (Pastor Matt) The readings this week will flash over to another wisdom book – […]

  • Reading Plan – Week 7

    Reading Plan – Week 7 Prayer Theme: WISDOM Sunday Service: James 4:1-12 (Pastor Matt) The readings this week will continue in Proverbs before touching on some […]

  • Reading Plan – Week 6

    Reading Plan – Week 6 Prayer Theme: Leadership & Vision Sunday Service: James 3:13-18 (Pastor Jerry) The readings this week will conclude 1 Timothy and move […]

  • Reading Plan – Week 5

    Reading Plan – Week 5 Prayer Theme: Kindness Sunday Service: James 3:1-12 (Pastor Jerry) The readings this week will continue in “side passages” to our series […]

  • Men’s BBQ Fellowship on the Farm

    Mark your calendars for Saturday, September 7 for our next men’s event – a BBQ dinner and activities at the farm! When? Saturday, September 7, 3:00 […]

  • Robert Horn’s Ordination

    We celebrated the ordination in our service on Sunday, October 1. Glad to have his dad, Dr. Sam Horn, preach for us, and to celebrate voting […]

  • Reading Plan – Week 4

    Reading Plan – Week 4 Prayer Theme: Faith/Faithfulness Sunday Service: James 2:14-26 (Jeremy Wray) The readings this week will continue in Proverbs and James, while also […]

  • Down on The Farm 2023

    Thank you to everyone who came out to Calvary’s Down on the Farm 2023 and a special thank you to all our volunteers! Here are a […]

  • Reading Plan – Week 3

    Reading Plan – Week 3 Prayer Theme: Unity This Upcoming Sunday’s Sermon: Sam Horn (Robert Horn’s Ordination) The readings this week will continue in Proverbs, providing us […]

  • Reading Plan – Week 2

    Reading Plan – Week 2 Prayer Theme: Growth This Upcoming Sunday’s Sermon: James 2:1-13 The readings this week will finish both Matthew’s & Luke’s Sermon on the […]

  • Reading Plan – Week 1

    Reading Plan – Week 1 Prayer Theme: Patience This Upcoming Sunday’s Sermon: James 1:13-27 (Pastor Robert) Each Monday, we’ll post the week’s reading, along with the sermon […]

  • Why James?

    Why Study James?  Building a STEADFAST FAITH in This Fall Season “Some things never change.” So sang Princess Anna and Olaf the Snowman at the beginning […]

  • Adult Discipleship Classes – Fall 2023

    This fall, starting September 10, we will be offering several options for discipleship classes:

  • Re|engage – Fall 2023

    Re|engage is a marriage ministry for all married couples. Whether your marriage is in crisis or you are looking to take your marriage from good to […]

  • Trusting God in the Back-To-School Season

    Trusting God in the Back-To-School Season How should I feel about my kids returning to school? I don’t know what comes to mind when you think […]

  • Ministry Fair & Fall Opportunities

    On Sunday, August 20, all Adult Sunday Classes were combined in the Auditorium to hear about the opportunities we have for discipleship and service this fall. […]

  • Men’s Breakfast Fellowship

    The men of Calvary are invited to our next Breakfast Fellowship on Saturday, January 27 at 9:00 am in the Gym. Here’s some pictures from our […]

  • Men’s Prayer Breakfast – June

    We had a wonderful time at our men’s prayer breakfast this past Saturday, June 10! If you weren’t able to join us for the kickoff of […]

  • Book Review: Dark Clouds, Deep Mercy

    Prayer in Pain: A Review of Dark Clouds, Deep Mercy by Mark Vroegop What is the right way for a Christian to respond when life gets […]

  • Mother’s Day Pictures

    We had a wonderful Mother’s Day together – here are the pictures we took of the day:

  • Memorial Day Cookout 2023

    We are excited to have our next church-wide fellowship – the Memorial Day Cookout! Here’s some pictures from last year!

  • VBS 2023

    Thanks to all who came and helped with this year’s VBS! We had a blast! You can see pictures from the week below:

  • Haney Appreciation Fellowship Dinner

    We had a wonderful time of fellowship and celebration of Pastor Andrew’s years of ministry among us!

  • Evaluating Our Spiritual Diet

    On Sunday, we looked at John 6 and saw Jesus’ admonition to BEHOLD and COME to Him the Bread of Life. But often we find ourselves […]

  • Easter 2023

    “I am the resurrection & the life… That’s what Jesus said to a woman who was grieving a death. If you find yourself in a season […]

  • Encouragement in This Time of Transition

    As Pastor Jerry encouraged and challenged us Sunday, we want to have the right focus in this season of transition. He shared some truths from Psalm […]

  • Adult Discipleship Classes – Spring 2023

    This spring, starting March 19 at 5:45 pm, we will be offering several options for discipleship classes:

  • New Year, Same God

    New Year, Same God Finding True Hope for 2023 January comes with mixed feelings for a lot of people. On the one hand, there is hope […]

  • Livestream Services

    This Sunday’s Livestream (updated on Sunday mornings) < Having issues with the above livestream? Instructions for Accessing Livestream We’re so thankful for the technology and our […]

  • Christmas Schedule 2022

    Join us for Christmas at Calvary 2022! We look back with praise on all God has done this year and look forward to finishing the year with special services and events throughout December.

  • Thanksgiving Fellowship Breakfast 2022

    We had a wonderful time at our breakfast and Praise Service. Here are some pictures:

  • Fall Candids

    It’s been a great fall so far here at Calvary! Here’s some pictures from recent services:

  • Why Do I Feel Disconnected?

    Why Do I Feel Disconnected? (and What Can I Do About It?) Have you ever felt disconnected at church? Maybe you’re a new member, or maybe […]

  • Golden Gems Apple-Picking

    Our Golden Gems enjoyed a wonderful excursion apple-picking.

  • Adult Discipleship Classes – Fall 2022

    This fall, starting September 11 at 6:00 pm, we will be offering several options for discipleship classes: Finding God Enough—When Life Doesn’t Always Make Sense (Room […]

  • Re|engage – Fall 2022

    Re|engage is a marriage ministry for all married couples. Whether your marriage is in crisis or you are looking to take your marriage from good to […]

  • Pictures from Summer Services

    We’ve had a wonderful summer together. Here’s some pictures from some of the services:

  • Life on Mission

    Imagine your favorite “secret agent” or hero – he’s just been summoned to headquarters to receive his next mission. The director shakes his hand and directs […]

  • Ladies Brunch for a Bunch 2022

    Our ladies enjoyed a great time fellowshipping together and meeting new people!

  • Encouragement for Dads on Father’s Day

    Follow Me as I Follow Christ Encouragement for Dads on Father’s Day Every Father’s Day, dads everywhere proudly wear the ties, grill the hamburgers, display the […]

  • Memorial Day Cookout 2022

    We had a wonderful time at our Memorial Day Cookout and enjoyed a great service celebrating Ascension Sunday!

  • How to Prepare for Easter 2022

    What’s the difference between a holiday like Easter and any other holiday on the calendar? What are holidays really about, anyway, and why do we celebrate […]

  • Book Review: Rediscover Church

    Book Review: Rediscover Church Why the Body of Christ is Essential “A Christian without the church is a Christian in trouble.” In Rediscover Church: Why the […]

  • Easter 2022

    We had a wonderful time at our Easter services on April 17! Check out the pictures below!

  • Men’s STAND Meeting

    We had a wonderful time at our first Men’s STAND Meeting on Saturday morning where we were challenged to live as men of God by Dr. […]

  • Why Acts?

    On Sunday, we started a new series in the book of Acts. Acts is a familiar book to most of us – so familiar, in fact, […]

  • SERVICES CANCELED January 16

    Church family,  Due to the predicted freezing temperatures, strong wind, and precipitation over the course of tomorrow morning, we’ve decided to cancel our Sunday Morning Worship […]

  • Evening Discipleship Classes 2022

    This spring, starting January 23 at 5:30 pm, we will be offering several options for discipleship classes: Caring for Children in Foster Care – Andrew & Andrea […]

  • GriefShare – Spring 2022

    Griefshare: Help and encouragement after the death of a spouse, child, family member, or friend. GriefShare is a special weekly seminar and support group designed to […]

  • The Good News of Christmas

    What’s the most encouraging verse in the Bible? Is it a favorite verse in the Psalms? Some of Jesus’ words from the Gospels? A pastoral reassurance […]

  • Group Christmas Parties 2021

    It’s been a wonderful season already! Several of our Sunday Classes enjoyed parties this past week – thankful for the great fellowship we can have together, […]

  • Ladies Christmas Party

    Our ladies enjoyed a wonderful time at their Annual Christmas party. Check out pictures below!

  • Profit & Pitfalls in Proverbs

    What comes to mind when you think about the book of Proverbs? Perhaps some familiar and comforting verses like Proverbs 3:5-6 (“Trust in the Lord with […]

  • Down on the Farm 2021

    Calvary’s Down on the Farm is a free night of family fun for our church and community!

  • New Choir & Orchestra Director

    We are excited to announce that Dr. Rick Nichols will be leading our choir & orchestra ministry! If you’re not involved in our choir & orchestra […]

  • Ladies Bible Study Fellowship

    Craving to be a part of an interdenominational community of women who desire to magnify God and mature as believers through the study of God’s Word? […]

  • Book Review: Gentle & Lowly

    Dane Ortlund’s Gentle and Lowly: The Heart of Christ for Sinners and Sufferers is a balm for weary souls. The central message of the book flows […]

  • Pizza Fellowship 2021

    We had a blast at our pizza fellowship on Sunday night, August 15. Here are some pictures from the event!

  • Ladies Game Night

    The ladies had a blast at their game night on Thursday, July 29. Join us for our next ladies activity! Here are some pictures:

  • The Sequel: New Testament Overview

    Watch the Sequel Why We’re Doing a New Testament Overview This Fall Sequels are all the rage in movies and books these days. More and more, […]

  • Memorial Day Cookout

    We had a wonderful time at our annual Memorial Day Cookout – it was so good to be able to get back to doing fellowships together! […]

  • VBS 2021

    Is there just one God? Who is God? What is God like? Does God love me? Can I know God? Our kids grapple with questions like these every day. At […]

  • Book Review: Confronting Christianity

    Using biblical texts, academic research, and personal stories, McLaughlin in Confronting Christianity helps us examine our faith and explores many of the questions we encounter as Christians in 21st century culture

  • Rest for Your Soul

    Rest for Your Soul A Blog on the Hope of Spring Are you feeling weary, child of God? Has the brokenness of this world left you […]

  • Easter 2021

    On Sunday, April 4, we will celebrate the resurrection of our Savior through a special service! No Sunday Classes that day. Doors will open at 9:15 […]

  • Four Ways to Renew Your Commitment to Read God’s Word in 2021

    Want to get back into the Word this year? Here are some helpful ideas.

  • Look Up & Look Around This Christmas

    Look Up & Look Around This Christmas Practical Ideas for Focusing on & Sharing God’s Love during Christmas 2020 Christmas is going to look a lot […]

  • Dark Nights, Long Waiting

    Dark Nights, Long Waiting Comparing the End of the Old Testament to the End of 2020 They say that “All good things must come to an […]

  • Profitable Prophets

    Profitable Prophets Why Christians Should Read the Prophets in 2020 Famine, disease, war, locust swarms, earthquakes, mistreatment of the poor, injustice, corrupt political leaders, anger and […]

  • Salt Is Good

    Salt Is Good. But What Does That Mean? Salty Living in a Loveless World “Salt is good.” Jesus And all God’s people who love popcorn, chips, […]

  • Why Psalm 27:1?

    God’s Security in Our Culture’s Insecurity July’s Memory Verse This month, we’ve been memorizing Psalm 27:1 together as a church family. We hope it has been […]

  • The Midweek Recentered

    Fall Series: Videos on Philippians We have restarted our Wednesday morning devotional videos, this time tied into our Community Group study in Philippians. Join us about […]

  • Book Review: Take Heart

    The end of the age of Christendom. Churches viewed as hate groups. Traditional Christian teachings labeled as bigoted. The church as a cultural institution removed from […]

  • The Psalms, Our Troubles, & Our God

    Lord willing (a phrase we’re using more and more these days), we will resume our book-by-book walk through the Old Testament in our Sunday classes in […]

  • Giving Thanks in Hard Times

    Does God Really Expect Me to Give Thanks During Hard Times? Dr. Martyn-Lloyd Jones famously said, “Have you realized that most of your unhappiness in life […]

  • Finding Hope in the Gospel on Mother’s Day (and Everyday)

    Finding Hope in the Gospel on Mother’s Day (and Everyday) One night this week as I was tucking my daughter into bed, she looked up at […]

  • 13 Ways to Serve Each Other While Social-Distancing

    Caring for Each Other Is Not Canceled 13 Creative Ways We Can Serve Each Other as a Church This Sunday will be the 8th week that […]

  • 3 Reasons to Read Chronicles During the Coronavirus

    Don’t Skip Chronicles! 3 Reasons to Read Chronicles During the Coronavirus What books of the Bible do you find helpful for these fearful, frightful, and frustrating […]

  • Update on the Property

    Some of you have been asking about new projects on the church’s property during this season, including our new directional signage. While we can’t wait until […]

  • The Dark Won’t Stop the Light

    Hope for Moms During the Coronavirus I haven’t washed a single baseball uniform for five weeks. School lunchboxes sit like unused soldiers in my pantry. The […]

  • Resources from the Pastoral Team

    It’s easy to feel overwhelmed when you read the news these days. Trying to sort through information, determine what’s true and what isn’t, and evaluate what […]

  • Easter 2020 & Reading Plan

    Easter Worship Service Sunrise Service Livestream Good Friday Worship Night Livestream We are saddened that we cannot be together in-person to rejoice in Christ’s resurrection this […]

  • Zoom Quick-Start Guide for Church Groups

    This past week, like many of you, our family attended community group virtually using Zoom. What a blessing it was to connect with some of our […]

  • Springtime at Calvary

    It’s a beautiful day here on at Calvary’s property! Don’t you love the spring season? It’s so fun to watch the gray of winter roll away […]

  • Proverbs in a Pandemic

    If you’ve been following our reading plan, we just finished the first 9 chapters of Proverbs on Sunday and are now hitting a few highlights from […]

  • Book Review: Show Them Jesus

    What’s the hardest Bible lesson you’ve ever had to teach to kids? Was it Balaam and the talking donkey? (What’s that all about anyway? Is Balaam […]

  • Coronavirus Updates

    Updated: Thursday, August 12 Sunday Classes (Sundays, 9:30 am) – In-Person Adult classes meet in their usual locations. Those adults who are uncomfortable attending their class […]

  • Interview with Pastor Guy

    A lot happened in 1985: “New Coke” was unveiled – and the new recipe was immediately unpopular. The Kansas City Royals win their first World Series. […]

  • 2020 Old Testament Reading Plan (Updated)

    One of the greatest blessings God has given us is His Word, and through reading, we can see Him work in our hearts and in our […]

  • So What Really Matters This Christmas?

    So, what really matters this Christmas? That’s a question we often have to consider when this time of year comes. Where do we spend the holidays? […]

  • The Story Behind Angels from the Realms of Glory

    On Sunday night, December 8, 2019, we gathered together as a Calvary family to hear and sing some of our favorite Christmas carols, old and new. […]