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Calvary Chapel emerged from the Jesus Movement of the late 1960s through the ministry of Chuck Smith in Costa Mesa, California. Known for verse-by-verse expository Bible teaching and casual, contemporary worship, Calvary Chapel churches spread rapidly across the US and world. It occupies a middle ground between charismatic and conservative evangelical churches, affirming spiritual gifts without mandating them.
Doctrine
Salvation
Grace through personal faith in Jesus Christ; the new birth
Scripture
Bible is the inspired, inerrant Word of God; taught verse-by-verse
Baptism
Believer's baptism by immersion
Communion
Memorial ordinance; observed regularly
Worship Style
Casual and contemporary; guitar-led worship; expository verse-by-verse preaching
Church Government
Loosely affiliated; each church is autonomous under its senior pastor
Women in Leadership
Senior pastor role typically reserved for men; women serve in many ministry roles
LGBTQ+ Stance
Traditional; marriage defined as between a man and woman
Geography
126 Calvary Chapel churches
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Calvary Church is a community where you can meet Jesus, engage in authentic relationships, and know you are welcomed! We believe in creating an atmosphere where you can grow your relationship with the God Who loves you, discover your gifts and use them for His Glory.