Calvary Baptist Church
413 Main Street - Easthampton, MA 01027
(413) 527-6252
Interim Pastor Vincent Perrotta
Asst. Pastor Steven Robbins

AN OPEN LETTER FROM THE PASTORS

People everywhere are looking for a warm and accepting place, full of life and activity, where there is a sense of family, belonging, and spiritual vitality. A place to find practical advice and God's wisdom for everyday living. Our church is that kind of place. We invite you to get to know us.

It can be very exciting around here -- something is always happening for every age.

Come and participate with us! We would love to get to know you and make our place--YOUR PLACE!

PROVERB OF THE WEEK

Proverbs 23:29-30
Who hath woe? who hath sorrow? who hath contentions? who hath babbling? who hath wounds without cause? who hath redness of eyes? They that tarry long at the wine; they that go to seek mixed wine.

Here are some of the operating objectives we are committed to deliver to you and your family - a simple set of benefits that we think you will find helpful as you consider Calvary Baptist Church.

•  A sample of key attributes that you will find at Calvary Baptist Church

1. Worship services that genuinely inspire and draw your attention to the power and majesty of Jesus Christ.
2. Teaching and preaching ministries firmly based in the Scriptures and relevant to the issues that touch your everyday life.
3. Programs for all age groups that recognize the giftedness God has designed in you and your children; programs designed to nurture your love and devotion for God and service to one another.
4. Opportunities for you to serve in activities that have substance and meaning, working with people you will grow to enjoy, experiencing relationships which will strengthen you.

•  A Sample of the practical qualities you will find at Calvary Baptist Church

1. A modern, clean facility conveniently located in Easthampton; a dedicated worship center; well-equipped classrooms; full gymnasium; outdoor activities for the family.
2. Worship and programs scheduled so that you will be able to preserve quality family time at home while remaining active and faithful in your service to God.
3. Education for your children at Calvary Baptist Christian School, grades K-12.

• We invite you to attend the services at Calvary Baptist Church

1. If possible, attend some of the educational programs and youth meetings in addition to the primary church worship services. Ask for and review our
   Statements of Faith.
2. Notice our emphasis on Jesus Christ as Lord and Savior; the Bible, as God's Word; foreign and home missions; local evangelism and outreach; family development.
3. Don't feel rushed. We will not urge membership nor programmatic responsibility on you prematurely. We want first to enjoy the worship of God with you and your family as you learn about this local church and as we become acquainted with your giftedness.
4. While prayerfully considering Calvary Baptist Church, make an appointment with one of our Pastors to get to know us and our ministries on a more personal level. We would be delighted to meet you, address the specific questions you have about the church, pray with you, share Scripture and encourage you and your family in your spiritual growth.