Toledo Calvary

On Sunday, July 5, 2026, Calvary celebrated America's 250 years of Faith and Freedom. This special celebration included a powerful interview with Admiral Vern Clark, who shared about the importance of leadership and following the Lord's guidance.

Everyone faces decisions, challenges, and opportunities that require more than knowledge alone. Wisdom helps us discern right from wrong, avoid the consequences of poor choices, walk in God's will, and fulfill our purpose. On Sunday, June 28, 2026, Pastor Chad Gilligan continues his teaching about the importance of wisdom.

Families are shaped by the example you set. Children remember your integrity and the way you live your life far more than the image you present to others. The same principle applies to Christianity. God desires authentic, consitent faith. On Father's Day, June 21, 2026, Pastor Chad Gilligan challenges everyone to take an honest look at their "backyard" behaviors and evaluate whether...

Do you see other people succeeding while you slip farther behind? They seem to have the secret sauce to life, while you don't have much to offer. But God doesn't see your gifts, talents, and resources as small. He has equipped you to do amazing things. On Sunday, June 14, 2026, Pastor Jay Heiss shows us the Pathway to More Than Enough.

Everyone faces decisions, challenges, and opportunities that require more than knowledge alone. Wisdom helps us discern right from wrong, avoid the consequences of poor choices, walk in God's will, and fulfill our purpose. On Sunday, June 7, 2026, Pastor Chad Gilligan preaches about the importance of wisdom.

If you feel spiritually exhausted, discouraged, or ready to give up, God is ready to meet you in your weakness. He wants to renew your strength. Give you hope. On Sunday, May 31, 2026, Pastor Chad Gilligan encourages you to not give up when you are weary.

People will always run their mouths — trying to provoke you, hurt you, make you stumble, or pull you into a fight. Conflict hasn’t changed; it happens today the same way it did when Jesus walked the earth thousands of years ago. On Sunday, May 24, 2026, Pastor Keith Kurtz challenges believers to respond instead of react.

Your choices today impact how you handle pressure tomorrow. If you want to be able to keep your cool, remain level-headed, and speak truth into opposition, you need to be prepared. On Sunday, May 17, 2026 Pastor Chad Gilligan breaks down what we can learn from Jesus and His adversaries.

On Mother's Day 2026. Calvary welcomed back Calvary's own, Pastor Lisa Seaton! Lisa grew up at Calvary and has been faithfully serving at City First Church, in Rockford, IL.

Everyone is invited to the Big Party!! God is sending out invitations and wants a personal relationship with you. Just get dressed, say yes, and we'll see you there. On Sunday, May 3, 2026, Pastor Chad Gilligan gives us Three Rules for the Big Party.

On Sunday, April 26, 2026, Pastor Chad Gilligan speaks on Three Truths about Authority.

It is not enough to call yourself a Christian, or believe in God, or even attend church. Followers of Jesus are more than faithful; they are called to be fruitful. On April 19, 2026, Pastor Chad Gilligan preaches Part 2 of No More Mr. Nice Guy.

Before confronting the hate around us, we must confront the hate within. Jesus calls us to be selfless, encouraging, peaceful, and patient—but when we give in to selfishness and criticism, we become no different from the world we oppose. On April 12, 2026, Pastor Chad Gilligan launched a new series, How to Handle Haters .

Belief doesn’t mean you don’t have questions. Belief doesn’t mean you don’t have doubts. Even the disciples struggled with disbelief. But when you take your disbelief to the cross, Jesus changes everything. On Easter Sunday, April 5, 2026, Pastor Chad Gilligan preaches on the power of the resurrection that you can believe in!

When Jesus arrived on a donkey, He was both fulfilling prophecy and letting everyone know He is Here. Some people immeditaely praised Him right there and then. While others rejected Him and began plotting against Him. Two-thousand hears later, on Palm Sunday, March 29, 2026, Pastor Chad Gilligan reminds us that Jesus is still Here, and our response still matters.

You could go to church every week, volunteer in the community, and even lead a life group but still be spiritually unhealthy.  God doesn’t look at your good deeds but your heart. He knows your motives, attitudes, and what you do behind closed doors. On Sunday, March 22, 2026, Pastor Chad Gilligan gives us Five Warning Signs to Look Out for and asks “Am I becoming more like Jesus?”

When God established the church, He established a body that goes beyond denominations, beyond cultures, beyond centuries. More than a building. And defined by seven characteristics. On Sunday, March 15, 2026, Pastor Chad Gilligan dives into what it means to be united as one Church.

Jesus loves you. He loves you so much He died for you and wants you with Him. Jesus loves people. He loves people so much that He is sending YOU to be His ambassador. On Sunday, March 8, 2026, Pastor Chad Gilligan began a new sermon series, More Than a Building, reminding us as that we are the Church and are called to be more than a building.

On Sunday, March 1, 2026, Calvary welcomes guest speaker, Pastor Scotty Gibbons, as he shares about the importance of relationships in the body of Christ.

God is more powerful than you give Him credit. No matter what you are facing, whether it be anxiety, regrets, temptation, anything, He is able. God can accomplish more than you can imagine. On Sunday, February 22, 2026, Pastor Chad Gilligan concludes his Swords & Seeds sermon series, reminding us that not only is God able, but He has equipped us with both a Sword & a Seed to get through di...

Temptation is the biggest liar in your life. It’s when you tell yourself that the sin isn’t that bad, or that no one else struggles with it, or it’s just part of who you are like your hair or eye color. The lies we tell ourselves make us feel better, as if our excuses can excuse us. On Sunday, February 15, 2026, Pastor Chad Gilligan tells us that it's time to to stop listening to the lies and...

What's holding you back? There are times when you feel so strongly you should do something... that God is calling you to do something... but you are uncertain. Is it the right thing? Is it a temporary feeling? Is it all in your head? On Sunday, February 8, 2026, Pastor Chad Gilligan encourages you to stop with the excuses and make a step of faith.

On Sunday, February 1, 2026, Calvary welcomes home former pastor and life-ling friend, Pastor Bill McGinnis, as he kicks off their annual Missions Week and challenges everyone to become Partners in the Gospel.

On Sunday, January 25, 2026, Pastor Chad Gilligan gives a special online-only sermon about the importance of being courageous when you find yourself standing on the edge.

God doesn't want you to face dark, uncertain times through prayer alone. Even Jesus relied on scripture to withstand adversity. God's Word gives you what you need: direction, encouragement, protection, wisdom, and peace. On Sunday, January 18, 2026, Pastor God reminds you that God's Word is both Timeless and Timely.