Ministries

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To see times and dates of actual events, be sure to check out our Calendar of Events.

Calvary Club - Calvary Club meets one Saturday a month from September to May. It is an outreach to Elementary school children in grades Kindergarten to Sixth grade. The goal of Calvary Club is to proclaim the Gospel of Jesus Christ and work in conjunction with the home to accomplish the spiritual birth and growth of our clubbers. The focus of Calvary Club is on Bible Memorization (Psalm 119:11). The children are encouraged to participate in visitor outreach, to become familiar with the books of the Bible, to recite and understand the plan of salvation as outlined in the Wordless Book, and to compete in games and activities of the Calvary Club meetings.

Summer Camp - For one week in July we offer a summer camp. Our summer camp is actually two camps in one. The Elementary camp and the Jr. and Sr. High camp occur on the same week and at the same location, but participate in separate activities, chapels, and events. Our summer camp is truly one of the highlights of our church calendar.

Jr. and Sr. High Youth (Grades 7-12)

Youth Activities - We have an active youth ministry. We generally have approximately 2 youth activities a month. Some of our activities provide an opportunity to have some fun and fellowship while others are designed to be service activities. Check out the monthly calendars for future youth activities.

Missions Trip - For one week in June, we have a missions trip. We do not go on a missions trip to observe, but to serve. For about the past 15 years our missions trip has been located in Richmond, Virginia, working in an inner-city Rescue Mission.

Winter Retreat - One weekend every winter our youth get away for a Winter Retreat. This provides a wonderful time to focus on the Word of God and to have some fun as well.

Varsity

From time to time our varsity class plans individual activities. Anyone in this age group is also welcome to participate in any of the adult activities.

Adults

Adult Retreat - Our Adult Retreat generally takes place on one weekend in November and provides a wonderful time to get away and focus on the Word of God.

Other Activities - From time to time we have adult activities in addition to our men's and ladies' activities.

Men

Men's Retreat - Our Men's Retreat usually takes place on one weekend in March and provides a time to gather around the Word of God.

Men's Prayer Breakfasts - From time to time our men will meet for a special prayer breakfast. Often including a special speaker.

Women

Ladies' Retreat - Our Ladies' Retreat usually takes place on one weekend in April and provides a time to gather around the Word of God.

Ladies' Breakfast and Bible Study - Once a month from September to May our Ladies meet on a Thursday morning for our Ladies' Breakfast and Bible study.

Ladies' Fellowships - Once a month from September to May our Ladies meet on a Friday evening for our Ladies' Fellowships. In December, there is a special banquet and in May a mother-daughter banquet.

Young At Heart (Over 50)

From time to time our 50 and over church members gather for a special activity such as a meal out or a prayer breakfast.

The Deaf

At Calvary, we are excited to minister to those who are hearing impaired. Many of our people are learning and know ASL. Not only do we try to make sure that our services can be signed for the deaf, but any of our activities or retreats as well. Feel free to call us with TTY.

Bible Institute

For two semesters every year - fall and spring - men on our staff teach courses in our Bible Institute. Our Bible Institute meets every Monday night for 8 weeks a semester. This provides anyone who will come with an opportunity to study the Word of God on a deeper level. Our Bible Institute is a free ministry of Calvary Baptist. Check out the calendar of events to see the schedule.

Nursing Home, Rescue Mission, and Prison Ministries

The Lord has given us opportunity to preach the Gospel on a regular basis at a local nursing home. We have services there twice a week as well as a Thursday night Bible study every week. We also minister at an inner-city rescue mission in Philadelphia and conduct Bible studies and services in an area prison. These are just a few ways we try to spread the Good News of the Lord Jesus.

Homeschool Choir

Many of the families with children in our church have chosen to homeschool their children. Homeschool choir meets every Tuesday morning for two semesters. The children involved in Homeschool Choir have an opportunity not only to learn and develop their voices, but any instruments they may play and to gain experience in public speaking. The programs the children learn are presented in local nursing homes.