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Since 1862, Calvary Baptist Church has been a congregation committed to living out the Gospel of Jesus Christ in the heart of Washington, DC. Calvary has a long history as well as exciting mission, outreach and partnership programs in our community. We’d love your involvement and participation! Calvary is the founding church of the American [...]

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Visiting for the first time?

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You are welcome in worship at Calvary. Here are a few things to expect when you join us on Sunday mornings: Worship. Worship begins at 11am on Sunday mornings. We worship in English with Spanish also in the service. Our service normally lasts for an hour. After worship, we gather in Woodward Hall for Fellowship Hour [...]

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150th Anniversary Celebration Weekend

This year we are celebrating our 150th Anniversary of life and ministry in this great city. Please join us for the special events listed below. We look forward to greeting you!

June 1– 3 150th Celebration Gala and Homecoming Weekend

June 1: Anniversary Concert, 7:30pm in the Sanctuary

June 2: Gala, 6:30pm Reception, 7:30pm Dinner and Entertainment in Woodward Hall

June 3: Family Reunion Sunday 9:45am Meet and Greet in Woodward Hall, 11:00am Worship in the Sanctuary, 12:30pm Lunch in Woodward Hall


 


 

Congregational Life

  • Concert Choir/Festival Choir!

    All are welcome to rehearse with us prepare for Calvary’s anniversary celebration, June 1 – 3, singing in concert Friday and in worship on Sunday. Rehearsals continue Monday evenings, May 14, 21 7:00 to 9:00 p.m. with dress rehearsals Tuesday and Thursday evenings, May 29, 31.

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  • Vacation Bible School is coming up!

    Vacation Bible School at Camp Fraser A fun time to enjoy the outdoors and to share a beautiful experience at Camp Fraser, June 15 – 17.  All children are welcome.  Adult volunteers, we need your help! To register your child or to volunteer, contact Eugenia, eugenia1242@yahoo.com or Danyelle, danyelle.robinson@gmail.com.

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  • Capital Pride

    Capital Pride Street Festival Openness, hospitality and fun—volunteer at the Calvary booth on Pennsylvania Avenue, June 10, 11:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.  Contact Courtney, courtney.rice@gmail.com.

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    150th Anniversary: RSVP and Weekend Schedule

    150th Anniversary Weekend: RSVP Today Calvary’s 150th Gala Anniversary Weekend is coming up June 1–3.   Be sure to RSVP by May 15. Schedule of Weekend Events: June 1– 3 150th Celebration Gala and Homecoming Weekend June 1: Anniversary Concert, 7:30pm in the Sanctuary June 2: Gala, 6:30pm Reception, 7:30pm Dinner and Entertainment in Woodward Hall June 3: Family Reunion [...]

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  • Spring Caller 2012

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    Spring Caller 2012

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  • Festival Choir and Music for Kids- This Sunday!

    Music for Kids We’re back! Kids of all ages, grab a snack after worship, then come to the Music Suite, 12:30–1:00 p.m., for movement, singing and fun. Cheryl Branham leads Music for Kids each Sunday during Lent, beginning Sunday, February 26.  Remember families, these weekly meetings prepare us to sing in worship on Palm Sunday, [...]

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  • Lent 2012

    Ash Wednesday and Lent February 22—April 1   Promises, Promises Lent begins Ash Wednesday, February 22, with two services and Imposition of Ashes at noon and 6:30 p.m. in the Sanctuary. Throughout the season of Lent our focus will be an exploration of the idea of covenant. What promises do we make to God? What [...]

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  • ESL Classes

    Our ESL program has started up again at Calvary. Below are the new dates, times and teachers!   Mondays 11am-12:30pm, Andrea Duarte teaching Tuesdays  9:30am-11:30am, Edna Burneston teaching Wednesdays 9:30am-11am, Myra Houser teaching Fridays 2pm-3pm, James Rust teaching beginners and Carlos Garcia teaching intermediate/advanced

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  • Calvary Burmese Church: 15th Anniversary!

    Join the Burmese Fellowship as they celebrate their 15th Anniversary at 4:00 p.m. Saturday, February 4, with a service in the Chapel followed by dinner in Shallenberger Hall. Then join them for worship on Sunday, February 5, at 1:30 p.m. in the Sanctuary followed by a second dinner in Shallenberger Hall.

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  • Annual Membership Luncheon

    Membership Luncheon & Annual Business Meeting Following worship on January 22, join us in Woodward Hall as we celebrate membership in this community of faith, honoring both our newest members and those celebrating 50 years at Calvary! We’ll review 2011 in the Annual Report, and look to the year ahead as we elect new church [...]

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