Welcome to Calvary Baptist Church of Lansing, MI

We are glad that you have chosen to visit our website today to find out more about Calvary Baptist of Lansing. Peruse and enjoy. Please contact us at any time if you have questions on the various events or ministries here at CBC. God Bless.

Worship Ministries

CBC COVID UPDATE

We are having Sunday morning service at 10:30 am.
There will not be Adult Bible Fellowships, Children's Sunday school
or an evening service at this time.

Pastor Jameson is holding Prayer & Praise Wednesday nights at 7 pm.

Please abide by certain precautions, such as social distancing between family groups, anyone sick or afraid or uneasy should stay home. We do not have to require masks under the Governor’s order but it is strongly encouraged. The Pastors and Deacons request that you not make this decision to attend lightly. You are asked to pray whether attending is worth your health. Link to the Executive Order that the Pastors and Deacons referenced regarding this decision where Church's are referenced in #16.

https://www.michigan.gov/whitmer/0,9309,7-387-90499_90705-528460--,00.html

You can visit and listen to past messages on sermonaudio.com/cbclansing.

Visit our Facebook page

Remember God is still on the throne and no one needs to panic.

With love,
Pastor Don

CBC Kids Connect

CEF

Good News Club Online with Capital Area CEF. Songs, Games, Bible Lessons, Memory Verses, Discipleship, and fellowship for children 5 - 12 years of age. Email capareacef@gmail.com for the link to register. Once the registration form is received, you will receive the link for the club on Zoom.
For more event information, check out the Facebook page.

Get the ZOOM link

Debbie Price RBM Ministries VBS 2020

Since we can't have in-person Released Time Bible Class what we can offer you are Weekly videos available on YouTube with RBM teacher Debbie Price's RTBC lessons. They will be on Wednesday afternoons. Be sure to invite your friends. 

YouTube Lessons

Check out our events on Facebook

Our Pastors

Senior Pastor, Rev. Don Gommesen, PhD

Assistant Pastor, Adam Triantaflos

February 2019 Events

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March 2020 Events

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April 2020 Events

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Monthly calendar

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You can also listen to sermons online:

Obsessed with
the Truth

Several years ago, when Kathy and I lived in the eastern part of the United States, I picked up coffee on the way to work. The café that had the best coffee served it in cups with the slogan that said, "We are obsessed with freshness." They claimed the only way to get
fresher coffee was to go pick it from the plant.

Pastor Adam, the deacons, and I invested several hours casting around for a summary of what makes our church different from other churches. Why is Calvary Baptist Church important? What is our reason for existing?
We decided that like this coffee shop, we are absolutely obsessed with something. We are obsessed with the Truth. Everything we do in this body of Christ
is aimed at communicating the Truth.

The Truth we are committed to is two-fold. First we are committed to the unchanging Truth of God's Word. Jesus in His prayer in John 17 asked the Father to, "Sanctify them through Thy truth, Thy word is truth." Our eternal salvation is ours because we believe in the Truth of God's word. It is the Word of God that becomes our life and which helps us grow up in our relationship with the living Lord Jesus. The Apostle Paul prescribed our methodology in Ephesians 4:15 "Speaking the truth in love, [we] may grow up in all things into Him who is the head--Christ."

Here at Calvary Baptist, we are obsessed with the Truth of God's Word, and, secondly, we are obsessed with the Truth. This Truth is the Lord Jesus Christ who is the Truth incarnate. In John 14:6, shortly before our Lord Jesus was crucified, He told His disciples about how they can get to heaven. He said, "I am the way, the truth, and the life. No one comes to the Father except through Me." Your friends here at Calvary Baptist Church are committed to proclaiming the Lord Jesus who is the Truth so others can come to God the Father through Him. Do you know Him? You can. We can show you how.

Speaking the truth in love, [we] may grow up in all things into Him who is the head--Christ.
- Ephesians 4:15

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COVID Notice We are currently having Morning Service and Prayer & Praise. We hope to resume regularly scheduled meetings as soon as we are allowed. (May 23, 2020)

REGULARLY SCHEDULED MEETINGS


Sunday Worship

9:15 am - Sunday School (3 years - 12th grade)

9:15 am - Adult Bible Fellowship (ABFs)

10:30 am - Morning Worship

10:30 am - Jr. Church

6:00 pm - Evening Worship

Wednesday

(Nursery Care available)

7 pm - Prayer & Praise

During the School year

AWANA (age 3 - to grade 6)

Youth Group (Grade 6-12)

The Lord's Table

The Lord's Table is observed once a month alternating between the 10:30 am service and the 6:00 pm service.

COVID Notice As we are only having a Morning Service at this time we will continue to observe the Lord's Table during this service. We are taking careful precautions in the preparation of the ordinances.

And He took a cup, and when He had given thanks He said, "Take this, and divide it among yourselves. For I tell you that from now on I will not drink of the fruit of the vine until the kingdom of God  comes." And He took bread, and when He had given thanks, He broke it and gave it to them, saying, "This is My body, which is given for you. Do this in remembrance of Me." And likewise the cup after they had eaten, saying, "This cup that is poured out for you is the new covenant in My blood.
-Luke 22:17-20

MORNING SERVICE
January 12*
March 1
May 3
July 12*
September 13*
November 1
EVENING SERVICE
February 9*
April 5
June 7
August 2
October 4
December 6

*moved

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ADULTS

We offer opportunities for spiritual growth, fellowship and service through Adult Bible Fellowships [ABF], Bible Studies, Retreats, Music, Missions, Prayer groups and more. ABF starts at 9:15am Sunday mornings.

CHILDREN

Our children grow and mature in Christ through SUNDAY SCHOOL Sunday Mornings @ 9:15am and JR. CHURCH @ 10:30am.
During the School year kids age 3 – grade 6 also enjoy AWANA Wednesday evenings from 6:45pm – 8:15pm.

YOUTH GROUP for grades 6-12

Meets during the same times as AWANA.

COMMENTS – QUESTIONS – SUGGESTIONS

Office Hours:
Tuesday – Friday 9 am – 3 pm
Phone: (517) 482-1135
Email: cbclansing@acd.net
Address: 14769 Wood Rd
Lansing, MI 48906

Adult Bible Fellowship Classes

Ephesians 4

Reading from Ephesians the class will work together and discuss questions to get the answer.

Church's Library Conference Room
Teacher: Brian B.

Ladies Class

“Discerning the Voice of God”

If hearing God has seemed challenging, you are invited to explore a more intimate relationship with Him, one that can make hearing Him--His will, His heart, and His voice—your ongoing experience. Discover how you can listen with greater confidence, clarity and discernment.

Church's Fellowship Hall
Teacher: Marcia A.

Luke 5

"We'll be continuing in Chapter 5 of Luke, where Jesus' Galilean ministry begins with the calling of His first disciples. This is the path that will lead to His final triumphal entry into Jerusalem in chapter 19."

Education Buildings Foyer Classroom
Teacher: Gary M.

“Holy Spirit” 

We will delve more deeply into our knowledge of the Holy Spirit using Billy Graham's book as reference and inspiration.

Education Buildings Southside Classroom
Teacher: Lloyd M.

Ladies Bible Study

COVID Notice: Social Distancing will be practiced at this gathering.
The Ladies Bible Study will begin Thursday, October 15, 2020.
Ladies of all ages are invited to join together for Dorothy Davis' study titled, 'King Over All.' Daniel believed, acted upon, and lived out one important truth: God is in control. Trace Daniel's experiences and learn how you, too, can have victory in the circumstances, crises, and culture you experience every day. You, too, can demonstrate to the world that the glorious God is King over all. Even if you can’t commit to every week, you are more than welcome to come when you can. Meets Thursdays at 1 pm in the Fellowship Hall. If you have any questions see Carolyn B.

Bible Study: Hebrews

COVID Notice: Social Distancing between family groups practiced at this gathering.
Hebrews: An exhortation to press on toward the coming kingdom in faith, with the knowledge that we have an incomparably great High Priest and King who has opened the way into the heavenly sanctuary of God through His own blood.

We are currently meeting in the Fellowship Hall on the 1st & 3rd Thursdays of the month from 7pm - 8:30pm. You may bring your own snack and beverage. Gary M is leading this study and will ZOOM the study so you may join us via computer. Please contact us at cbclansing@acd.net to request the ZOOM link. 

Children Sunday School & Jr. Church

Children - PreK to grade 6

As you pass through the front doors look to your right and you will see stairs leading up to the sanctuary and down to the basement.

Church Basement

Children - grades 7-12


Education Buildings - North Classroom

JR. CHURCH

Our Jr. Church is going through the Answers in Genesis - ABC Bible Curriculum. Come and visit us if you like and learn with us. We have a great time with our teachers and our fantastic assistants.

Church Basement

Informational PDF files for Gary M's classes

classes

But as for you, continue in what you have learned and have become convinced of, because you know those from whom you learned it, and how from infancy you have known the Holy Scriptures, which are able to make you wise for salvation through faith in Christ Jesus. All Scripture is God-breathed and is useful for teaching, rebuking, correcting and training in righteousness,

2 Timothy 3:14-16

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COVID Notice:
Social Distancing between family groups practiced at this gathering

Prayer & Praise

Great is the Lord and most worthy of praise; His greatness no one can fathom. - Psalm 145:3

Prayer & Praise meets Wednesday evenings at 7 pm in the Sanctuary.

Our Wednesday night prayer and praise gives opportunity to sing a couple of old hymns, songs from the heart. We study God's Word and make personal application of scriptures. There is a close fellowship of saints on our way through this old world on our way to heaven.

We listen, then pray for the needs in our lives and attempt to thank the Lord for Who He is and what He is doing in our lives, in our church and our worlds. This meeting helps us to stay close to the Lord.

-Pastor Emeritus Jameson

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Two are better than one, because they have a good return for their labor: if either of them falls down, one can help the other up. But pity anyone who falls and has no one to help them up. Though one may be overpowered, two can defend themselves. A cord of three strands is not quickly broken.

Ecclesiastes 4:9,10 & 12

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COVID Notice
The Men's Fellowship Breakfast is canceled until further notice.

Men's Fellowship Breakfast

This is a time for men to come together in fellowship, have a devotional & of course a bit-o-food. Bring a friend & and open spirit. A suggested donation of 2 or 3 dollars would be appreciated to help with costs. Breakfast starts at 8 am and meets in the Fellowship Hall the 1st Saturday of each month during the School year. This way the men can have vacation time during the summer months. We invite you to join them at the next Men’s Fellowship Breakfast!

January 5

February 2

March 2

April 6

May 4

June - August off for the summer

September 7

October 5

November 2

December 7

Each of you should use whatever gift you have received to serve others as faithful stewards of God’s grace in its various forms.

1 Peter 4:10 

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Youth Group

A Review of the Teaching, Actions & Commands of Jesus in the four Gospels.

Each meeting will concentrate on a Jesus event. This will involve reviewing the event in scripture. Followed by a group discussion on how that event will apply or could affect a teen today. Students will then apply Jesus actions to their own lives.

Education Building - South Side Classroom
Grade 6-12

Speed Limit Gang

The Speed Limit Gang [SLG] is for those who are 55 years an older. They meet monthly on the 2nd Saturday of the month at 12:00 pm. The SLG sponsors various activities throughout the year.

Fellowship Hall
Questions? Contact Linda D.

COVID Notice: Social Distancing practiced at this gathering

Spur-En

COVID Notice: Social Distancing will be practiced at this gathering.
Join the ladies at Spur-en the 2nd Friday of the month in the Education Building. It is a time spent working on whatever project you choose to bring, while spuring and encouraging each other toward love and good deeds. The doors open @ 6:00 pm and close up sometime around 10:00 pm. You can come for as long as fits your schedule. We encourage you to invite a friend, bring a snack or whatever will make this time together comfortable for you. [Children are welcome but there is no nursery care for this event].
Education Building - South Side Classroom
Questions –contact Lisa S.

And let us consider how we may spur one another on toward love and deeds. Let us not give up meeting together, as some are in the habit of doing, but let us encourage one another –and all the more as you see the day approaching. 

Hebrews 10:24-25

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Released Time Bible Class

We host Released Time Bible Class [RTBC] led by Debbie Price who ministers with Rural Bible Mission [RBM] Ministries. This is an opportunity for children, in accordance with Michigan law, to be released from school once a month to attend religious instructional classes. The class is one hour and thirty minutes. The children are picked up from school by the church at 9:00am and returned following the class by 11:00am operating during the months of October – April or May depending upon spring break.

Schools which are currently involved:

Scott Elementary

Schavey Road Elementary

David Scott Elementary

If you are interested in having your child involved in this program pick up a yellow flier at the information table in the foyer or contact your school office if it is one of the previously listed schools. We would be happy to have your child join us at RTBC.

What is Released Time Bible Class?
Now, by state law, a new and effectual door has opened called “released time”. Michigan Administrative Code R 340.71 states that… “The board of education or its duly authorized representative, upon written request of the parent, guardian or person having control or charge of any child or children, shall release from attendance at the public school any child or children to attend religious instruction classes not to exceed two hours (120 minutes) per week.” Or, in other words, if Mom or Dad sign the permission slips, the kids can go from school on school time to a nearby church or other suitable place for Bible Class!

What the Children Get …

Seven times each school year the Bible is taught by the story-telling method, with the aid of eye-catching visuals.

The Bible Story is the “heart” of the program. The stories are chosen from both the Old and New Testaments, with concern for the needs and understanding of the children. The presentation is true to life, faithful to Scripture and backed by RBM Ministries’ commitment to evangelical Christian doctrine.

Each month the children are given a Bible verse to memorize and apply to their lives. Where facilities and time allow songs and quizzes are part of the program.

An attractive take-home paper climaxes the thrust of each month’s lesson, games and pointed Bible message are used to help crystallize Biblical truth.

What the Church Gives …
The local church’s responsibility regarding RTBC is to provide the following:
1. Space: A properly heated and lighted place in the church building to accommodate the class comfortably.
2. Helpers: The RBM representative will be in charge of the program, including teaching and leading the singing. In addition, we may need a piano player and adults to sit in the class to help maintain discipline and assist any children who wish to make a decision for Christ. 
3. Follow-up: We encourage the church to follow-up all converts who do not attend some other church or Sunday School, and to contact the families of the children who enroll in the class that do not have a regular church or Sunday School. In addition, RBM Ministries will enroll each child who makes a decision for Christ in its own direct-mail correspondence follow-up program, prepared on two age levels with six lessons and examinations to be worked out and mailed to us.
4. Transportation: If the local church can assist with transportation, this will be very helpful. If it is not possible RBM will work out another transportation method with the church.
5. Finances: Participation churches can also give monthly financial gifts to help underwrite RBM’s RTBC ministry.

Visit RBM Ministries site at: http://rbmministries.org/rtbc.php

DATES:
October 3

November 7

January 23*

February 6

March 5

April 9*

* moved 

OpSat 2020

Operation Saturation or OpSat is a program to saturate our community with the Gospel in print and with a personal invitation to attend our church. We will meet Thursdays at the church at 7pm to get our assignments. We ask you to commit to distribute 25 brochures or spend an hour at distributing and knocking on doors, whichever comes first. Then we will meet back at the church to record what was accomplished.

OpSat 2020 Thursdays in June

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And we know that for those who love God all things work together for good, for those who are called according to his purpose. 

Romans 8:28

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GARB Church

(General Association of Regular Baptist Churches)

Link to Beliefs and Constitution of GARB

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