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Who we are

Calvary Chapel started as a non-denominational Christian church founded in 1961 in Costa Mesa, California, which in the wake of a move of the Holy Spirit, grew into an international family of over 1700 churches around the world.

This site exists to equip, encourage, and edify the pastors, leaders, and members of the Calvary Chapel family, as well as the larger body of Christ.

CGN Relief Fund: Ukraine

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Listen to teachings by Chuck Smith

Sermons from the founder of Calvary Chapel.

Cultivate: Church Planter training program

The vision of Cultivate is to see these churches planted not haphazardly or in solitude, but in partnership with the local church.

Podcast Episodes

The latest from some of our shows! For more content, check out our podcast Network!

  • Balancing Ministry & Family | Richard Cimino
    by Leadership Collective on December 2, 2022 at 12:33 am

    Rob Salvato and Ted Leavenworth are joined by Richard Cimino (Metro Calvary) to candidly talk about our experiences with healthy and unhealthy ministry workloads and the effects they could have on our family health and relationships. […]

  • Creating and Maintaining a Gospel Culture (Cheryl Brodersen) - Bonus Episode
    by Calvary Global Network on December 1, 2022 at 10:45 pm

    In this, the first of two bonus episodes as we close out this season, we have the opening message from the 2022 CGN International Conference, in which Nick Cady shares on how to create a “gospel culture” in our churches. In the […]

  • Jeff Gipe - There Can Never Be Too Many Churches
    by Cody Nunes on December 1, 2022 at 1:57 pm

    Our guest on the podcast is Pastor Jeff Gipe. Jeff Gipe was the lead pastor of New Creation Huntington Beach previously Newport Coast Lighthouse for 15 years. For five years following his graduation from the SOM in 1994, he taught two […]

  • Advent and Christmas Preaching with Ronnie Martin - Rebroadcast BONUS
    by James Rightmer on December 1, 2022 at 8:15 am

    December has arrived, and we decided to dig into the vaults and pull out this treasure from 2021 - Mike speaks with pastor, musician and self-proclaimed "Ambassador of Christmas" Ronnie Martin about how preachers can leverage this […]

  • Pastor Geoff Buck on 4 Strategies To Help You Parent Your Adult Children
    by Nate Holdridge on November 30, 2022 at 8:00 am

    Pastor Geoff Buck joins the podcast to have a deep discussion with Nate about strategies and practices to help parent adult children. Geoff and Nate talk about the key elements of how to best love adult children, care for adult […]

  • Six Practical Tips For Bible Teachers with Paul LeBoutillier
    by James Rightmer on November 29, 2022 at 8:15 am

    Paul LeBoutillier gives half a dozen solid, practical pieces of advice that each and every Bible teacher can implement right away, and begin to see growth and progress. Thoughtful wisdom concerning the sermon preparation process, […]

  • Lucy Thurston, Part 1
    by Cheryl Brodersen, Robin Gunn on November 29, 2022 at 8:00 am

    In 1819, twenty-four-year-old Lucy Goodale met Asa Thurston. They were married within three weeks of meeting, and set sail from Boston eleven days later to become among the first protestant missionaries to the Hawaiian Islands. They […]

  • Beholding the Glory of Jesus with Heath Hardesty
    by James Rightmer on November 22, 2022 at 8:15 am

    In episode 250 of the podcast Heath Hardesty speaks with Mike Neglia about mirth, cultural engagement and the artistry of preaching. Heath Hardesty was born and raised in Boulder County, Colorado, and now lives in Livermore. Before […]

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From The Archives

Theology

Theology

Resources for Seeing Christ in the Old Testament

If you would like to grow more in your knowledge of seeing Christ in the Old Testament, the following resources may greatly benefit you. Included…
Theology

The Difference Between the Rapture and Christ’s Return

Have you ever tried to explain something very carefully, only to have people take away every conclusion except the one you were trying to make?…
Theology

How God’s Grace is Better than Christians think

Grace! This word is rich with meaning and oozing with significance. As Christians we love grace, and we should. It is God’s unmerited favor and…
Theology
ECCLESIOLOGY 101: How the Local Church Lives and Breathes Led by the Spirit Part 2
Theology
A Study in the Book of Hebrews: The Centrality of Jesus
Theology
Why the Virgin Birth is Essential to Christianity
Culture
Evan Wickham: Hope for Doubters & Deconstructionists
Theology
Knowing God is Covenantal Friendship
Culture
Can I attend my LGBT friend’s wedding?

Culture

Culture

Introducing Denisa Stanciu: Calvary.ro Translator

CalvaryChapel.com has two extension sites that are led by two awesome ladies! We are excited to introduce Denisa Stanciu who manages Calvary.ro! She is a…
Culture

Christ the Church and the Mentally Ill

The heartbreaking news of the suicide of Rick and Kay Warren’s son Matthew has been followed by, among other things, a public discussion of mental…
Culture

The Link: Political Endgame, Junk DNA, Thanksgiving & More

"Thanksgiving: A Time to Feel; a Time to Heal"– CalvaryChapel.com"The good news is that we don’t have to choose either/or. With the Bible as one’s…
Culture
Working Through The Issues: More Thoughts On Attending an LGBT Friend’s Wedding
Culture
Religious Freedom, The Wounds of a Friend, Dr. Lu Wing on Vaccines & More
Culture
Christmas Edition: J.K. Rowling, Charlie Brown Theology, Tidings of Comfort & More
Culture
The Longest Hatred – Why Antisemitism Persists
Culture
The Difference Between the Devil and God
Christian Living
Cross-Cultural Christianity with Phil Metzger

The Gospel

Gospel

Why Was Good Friday So Good?

"For Christ also died for sins once for all, the just for the unjust, in order that He might bring us to God, having been…
Gospel

The Bible is About Jesus

Pilgrim Benham is a contributor of the Expositors Collective, a growing network of pastors, leaders and laypeople, which exists to equip, encourage and mentor the…
Gospel

What is “Gospel-Centered Renewal” and What Does It Mean for Life and Ministry?

One of the phrases you might hear us use to describe who we are and what we’re about as Calvary Global Network, is the phrase:…
Culture
A Response To Jordan Peterson from a Protestant Christian Pastor
Gospel
The Death of God
Gospel
Never Outgrow the Gospel
Gospel
Don’t Underestimate the Power of the Gospel
Culture
A Tribute to Billy Graham
Gospel
God and Social Justice

Leadership Training

Ministry & Leadership

Leaders Are Not Called to Know Everything

“Teach thy tongue to say ‘I do not know.’” - Maimonides; twelfth-century RabbiI was 18 years old and had been a follower of Jesus for…
Ministry & Leadership

The Power of Online Ministry – Mike Winger

We've got a special treat for you guys: Aaron has asked his old friend Mike Winger to come on and chat about the power and…
Announcements

URGENT: Calvary Chapel missionaries need help after missile strikes knock out power in Ukraine!

Hello Church friends and family. I am writing on behalf of the CGN Ukraine team, letting you know of some very urgent needs! I have…
Ministry & Leadership
Sharing Grace and Truth When Faced with Opposition
Ministry & Leadership
Presentation: 10-Minute Seminary: David Guzik on Sermon Prep
Ministry & Leadership
Essential Lessons for the Church Planter’s Wife
Ministry & Leadership
How is CGN Providing Care and Coaching for Leaders?
Ministry & Leadership
10-Minute Seminary: Phil Metzger on Multi-cultural Ministry
Ministry & Leadership
How to Triple Your Church Leadership in a Year

Discipleship

Discipleship

Nothing is Ever Done in Secret

It is of utmost importance that men and women of the church, today more than ever in history, would live to please God, work to…
Discipleship

Sin and Sympathy: The Temptation of Jesus and Your Battle with Sin

I’m a pastor, and I sin. Some of my biggest failures and bad decisions have been committed after I became a Christian and entered vocational…
Discipleship

The What and Why of Discipleship

Brian and Aaron discuss discipleship. What is discipleship? Why do we do it? Why is it important? What are ways we misunderstand it? All these…
Discipleship
The Church & Victims of Depression
Discipleship
The Paradox of Spiritual Sleepiness
Discipleship
How to Overcome Fiery Words of Anger
Discipleship
Are You Offended by Jesus’ Method?
Discipleship
The Cure to Stop Feeling Guilty
Discipleship
The Early Church: How Christianity Revolutionized Work Ethic

Christian Living

Christian Living

The Reformation Through Jewish Eyes

As the Church prepares to celebrate the 500th anniversary of the Reformation on October 31, 2017, there is much to celebrate. Truly the Reformation has…
Christian Living

Granny Brand: Women Worth Knowing

Granny Brand (1879-1974): In today's podcast, we will be talking about a courageous woman known as "Granny Brand," mother of Dr. Paul Brand. She entered…
Christian Living

Elisabeth Elliot Part 1

Elisabeth Elliot (1926-2015): A woman who probably needs no introduction! Elisabeth Elliot was one of the most influential and beloved Christian women of the 20th…
Christian Living
Fine Tuning for the New Year
Christian Living
Understanding the Difference Between Abiding & Abounding
Christian Living
When Our Hearts Break
Christian Living
Do You Understand That You Are a Son?
Christian Living
In the Secret Place with Christ: Going Back to Our Gospel Roots
Christian Living
Allow Yourself to Heal