What To Expect

*All of our ministries meet in person at 145 Commerce Street Upstairs in Craig, Colorado. Please refer to the Ministries link for specific meeting times.*

We understand it's intimidating to do something new...

But we want to let you know exactly what to expect when you attend one of our ministries. We have a very down-to-earth style here at Calvary with modern worship, casual attire, and conversational sermons. The Bible is taught in an expository manner, with a strong emphasis on applying God’s truth to our everyday lives. We share the gospel message every time we meet. Our desire is to introduce people from all walks of life to Jesus, and help them grow strong in their walk with Him. A typical service will last about 90 minutes. Plan to spend time with us afterwards as well to fellowship, and meet new people.

Teachings

Our teachings and preaching are of utmost priority to us, and as such we believe in expositional/exegetical teaching (teaching book by book, chapter by chapter, verse by verse). The goal of this is for you to receive the entire counsel of God by declaring exactly what a passage of scripture says while keeping all the ideas outlined in its context. Therefore the sermon outline of an expository sermon will communicate its main points and sub-points directly from the text of scripture. We are committed to make our way through the entire Bible together. We teach and preach from the New King James Version (NKJV).

We strongly encourage you to bring your Bible with you, and always have extras for those that don't yet have their own copy of God's word. 

Worship

Currently we are prayerfully seeking the Lord to lift up a worship leader to serve the church in leading worship. If you are interested, please visit our servant opportunities page to learn more.

At this time we have downloaded worship songs. Our worship team leads both hymns and modern worship music. We sing in response to God for who He is, what He has done, and His grace in our lives, and to prepare our hearts to hear what His word will speak to us.

Communion

As a fellowship we take communion the first Sunday of every month. We also have Communion available every Wednesday for anyone to partake individually who is unable to attend Sunday services. Communion is open to anyone with a resolve that faith in Jesus Christ is our only hope for humanity. The ordinance of the Lord’s Supper is a commemoration and supplication for the grace provided for in the death and resurrection of Jesus Christ. We do not believe that the taking of communion is essential for salvation, but that it serves as a demonstration of our living faith in Christ.

Giving

We do not take a formal offering during our gathering times. We do not oppose formal offerings; only the over emphasis on giving. Two boxes are located on either side of the sanctuary for those who call Calvary Chapel Craig home to give as unto the Lord, and support the ministry. There are some who also choose to give online here on our website. For more information on giving at please visit our GIVING page.

Children

Currently we are prayerfully seeking the Lord to lift up a youth pastor. As of this time we offer ministry for ages 0-12 years old, including child care. We offer ministry both for parents and children to meet each of them at their level. While children are welcome, our studies are designed for adult teachings and discussions (and there is a possibility that some topics might not be suited for little ears). For any children in the sancuary we ask that you keep children as quiet as possible to not disrupt the teachings. As our fellowship grows and God raises up additional servants to serve in the fellowship, we look forward to having a thriving children's ministry to make sure your children feel safe, nurtured, and loved. 

We also do not baptize infants. We believe that water baptism is an act of obedience on the part of the individual believer in Jesus.  It is an outward sign of an inward work, that has already taken place.  Therefore, we do not believe it is biblical to baptize infants.  However, we do believe that children are a gift from God, a gift that we need His help to steward.  So, on occasion, we do dedicate our children to the Lord.

From the CCA Counsil: https://calvarycca.org/helps/from-the-council/

 A final word from a quote about churches and ministry by Pastor Chuck Smith,

“Today so many people are in church for entertainment. They are there because of excellent dramas. The outstanding choirs and orchestras. And they listen to the little sermonettes for the Christianettes. And how to be a better you. And how to get along with your teenager. And how to manage your finances. And there are very few pastors who are teaching the Bible that the people might obtain the knowledge of God and the understanding of God. If you want entertainment, if your itching ears are desiring to be scratched, I do not recommend that you come here. For as long as the Lord gives me strength, I’m going to teach the truth, the whole truth, and nothing but the truth, so help me God. You see, I don’t want anybody at the judgement seat of God to point to me and say, “Pastor, why didn’t you warn me?” As Paul said to the church of Ephesus, “I want you to bear record of this, I am free from the blood of all men. For I have declared to you the whole council of God.” And I want to be able to say that. “I’m free from the blood of all men because I have declared to you the whole council.” That’s why we go through the whole Bible from Genesis to Revelation that you might know God’s whole truth. So here we are. This is God’s message to us today. Now what are we going to do with it?”

– Chuck Smith (Founder of Calvary Chapel)