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Calvary Church is "a place for new beginnings." Everyone needs a chance to start over again and leave behind past missteps and misjudgments. Thankfully, we can do so at the cross of Christ and walk in the newness of life.  Calvary Church is a place where you can begin again and develop your God-given talents and callings.

Eight years ago, Pastor Caruthers, Gena, and their daughter, Ashley, came to Calvary.  It was a time for a new beginning.  Although Calvary had a strong foundation and wonderful history, it was not time to look back - only forward.  Goals and visions were set, prayer and fasting began and God has been faithful to do His part.  Not only has Calvary experienced  a healthy growth each year, God has changed lives and filled people with His Spirit just as He did in the book of Acts.  We still believe in the new birth experience that was taught by the Apostles and experienced by the early church. 

It is often said around our church, "You never know what will happen at Calvary!" This is said for at least two reasons; first, we live in awe of God who constantly surprises us with His blessings and miraculous provisions, and second, we often break out of the routine with special events and other unique surprises.

We encourage you to join us in any of our church family events and activities.  Because we value personal contact, Pastor Caruthers encourages you to call the church office or contact him directly for personal prayer, to explore the Bible, or help you find solutions for your life.

Please feel free to email Pastor David Caruthers.

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A Historical View of Calvary's Growth

	The Caruthers were elected for the pastorship of Calvary Church on July 31, 2003; the beginning of an exciting journey.  Attendance on that first Sunday was 11.  The sanctuary would seat about 40 and the two classrooms were a blessing to start the Kidsville program.    It was a great opportunity to have such a well maintained facility.
It wasn't long before Calvary Church began filling up!  In February 2005, we began the first expansion program.  Both of the class rooms in the back of the sanctuary were removed for more sanctuary seating.
	March 2005 - Calvary Church remodeling project was complete.  It was an exciting time!  The Sanctuary would seat 100.
October 2005 - We were blessed to purchase and build out a portable structure.  It included two Kidsville classrooms, a restroom, and a kitchenette.  The Kidsville building held a lot of fun memories not just for the children, but many nights of Fun, Food and Fellowship, when we were packed to the brim - and loving every minute!
	July 2006, the Caruthers celebrated their third anniversary at Calvary. With continued growth, people's being filled with the Holy Spirit, Pastor Caruthers knew it was time to go to the next level. As the leadership team and church earnestly prayed and fasted, God opened some doors and closed others. We have learned to be thankful for both.
From Sept. 2007 until July 2009 Calvary met at Northern Hills Elementary school (across the street from our current sanctuary).  It was a blessing to have the nearby accessibility, allowing us to keep our Kidsville in the current sanctuary, but a tiring journey of setting up each week (God bless our setup team) and sitting in hard uncomfortable chairs!  But we all kept the faith... our new sanctuary was in the process!
	November 2007  - As the building plans began to proceed, we realized quickly that if we were really going to build a building on this property we would need to sale our beloved portable Kidsville building and obtain more land for parking.  That's where the Calvary House came into the picture. (Below)
November 2007 - Calvary Church purchased what we call the "Calvary House"  It is a residence, on a cul-de-sac behind the church.  How PERFECT!  The yard was HUGE and therefore allowed for the necessary space for parking that would be needed.  The Calvary House was used for temporary offices, class rooms, conference rooms, and fellowships.
	November 2007 - February 2009 we remodeled the Calvary house and worked to get all the plans through the city and financing.  It seemed like a LONG journey.  But FINALLY... February 2009 construction of the new Calvary Church sanctuary began.
July 26, 2009 our first service in the new sanctuary!  And it seemed as if it were a full circle - the actual date six years ago that the Caruthers' came to Calvary.  Although we did not celebrate our 6th Pastoral Anniversary on this date, it was a very special time.  How coincidental that it was all timed so perfectly!    Calvary Church will celebrate The Caruthers' 6th Anniversary and Sanctuary Dedication on September 19th & 20th.
	We could say it's been a long journey, but it's only just begun.  We have to remember, this is just another step where God wants to take us.    Most of all, we are overwhelmed with gratitude for what God has done at Calvary Church and for the many people who have been filled with His Spirit.   We invite you to come be a part of the excitement, awesome worship and anointed messages at Calvary Church.    "A Place For New Beginnings"