Calvary Church - Maumee

No matter how tough, rich, or smart you are, everything will fail you eventually. Nothing lasts forever, except One. When we are at our weakest, when we are let down by every expectation, the Holy Spirit sustains. On Sunday, September 7, 2025, Pastor Chad Gilligan reminds us that we are not alone.

The Holy Spirit is not a floating entity waiting to poke youin the conscience when you feel the urge to steal a cookie. He’s the living, active power of God. He is waiting to draw you to the Father, to guide you, comfort you, and empower you.  On Sunday, August 31, 2025, Pastor Chad Gilligan reminds us that we only follow God’s will when we live by the Spirit.

Jesus didn't come to shame you. He doesn't condemn. Instead, He came to offer salvation. On Sunday, August 24, 2025, Pastor Chad Gilligan reminds you that true freedom can only come from Jesus and the work of the Holy Spirit in your life.

No matter what you are facing or how weak you feel, you are not alone. God sent someone who is more than good vibes and happy feelings. He paves the way. He intercedes. He empowers. On Sunday, August 17, 2025, Pastor Chad Gilligan began a new sermon series, reminding us that the Holy Spirit is there to help us.

What does it take to be a great disciple? Pastor Chad wraps up his Real Jesus Sermon series on Sunday, August 10, 2025.

God is not looking for a social media following. He doesn't need a fan club, subscribers, or viewers. He wants disciples more than the likes. And Jesus is calling you. On Sunday, August 3, 2025, Pastor Chad Gilligan breaks down 4 characteristics of what it means to be a Great Disciple.

We are forgetful people. When life gets busy or tough or complacent, we often forget God's calling on our lives . But God knows that. So He repeats the most important promises and commands in His Word. On Sunday, July 27, 2025, Pastor Chad Gilligan unpacks "Six Things God says" when you are facing a difficult time.

Real life isn't always bluebirds and rainbows. Real Life can be hard. There can be disappointment, heartache, sickness, death--things we never expected or simply cannot handle. But Jesus did not just come for the good times, He came to be real and present during the difficult times too. On Sunday. July 29, 2025, Pastor Chad Gilligan continues his Real Jesus sermon series.

The experiences you have, the places you go, the people in your life all have a direct impact on you and your well being. If you are ready for a change.. if you are ready to embrace all the good things God has for you... It starts with these Five Things that Can Change Your Life. On Sunday, July 13, 2025, Pastor Chad Gilligan continues his Real Jesus sermon series.

Life sometimes feels like a roller coaster. The ups and downs, twists and turns of life can scare us and even make us nauseous. But you don't have to let the chaos steal your peace. Instead of squeezing your eyes shut, and bracing yourself against the worst, God wants you to relax and trust in Him. On Sunday, July 6, 2025, Pastor Keith Kurtz shares the importance of stillness and how to achieve it.

Jesus wants more than occasional church attendance or acts of philanthropy. It's not enough to be kind to neighbors and family. And it doesn't matter if you love and accept everyone or have great theological debates. Jesus wants disciples. He has called each every one of us to take up our cross and follow Him. On Sunday, June 29, 2025, Pastor Chad Gilligan taught about Three Things Disciples Do.

Sermon for June 22, 2025

Don't settle for just knowing about Jesus, get to know who He really is! On Father's Day, June 15, 2025, Pastor Chad Gilligan gives the church the same pop quiz Jesus gave His disciples.

Join Calvary for Real Jesus, as we return to the book of Matthew, and Pastor Chad Gilligan cautions us against not knowing the truth about who Jesus really is.

On this journey of life, you will face obstacles and hard times, but God provides rest stops along the way to build you up and renew your spirit. On Sunday, June 1, 2025, Pastor Jay Heiss encourages us not to give up our destination for the rest stop. Because greater things are ahead!

Treating people the way you want to be treated is more than the golden rule, it's God's command.

Is your feelings, your opinions, your demands, and your wants, your top priority? When you make your comfort the most important thing in your life, you have declared who your god is. And it’s no surprise that when life doesn’t go according to your will, you start grumbling. On Sunday, May 18, 2025, Pastor Chad Gilligan delivers PART 3 of Blessing Blockers.

God wants the very best for you. He wants to flood you life, your family, and your home with blessings. But either we don't know or we don't ask for all the good things He wants to give us. On Mother's Day, May 11, 2025, Pastor Chad Gilligan gives us Three Ways God wants to Bless Us.

Sometimes, if given the choice, we would rather chose the blocker over God's blessing. We assume the blocker isn't that bad. We would rather do it our way, and it's not like we are missing out on anything too big. Most people would chose the same; majority wins. But when we start rationalizing our way as truth, choosing it instead of God, we are choosing a life of sin and idolatry. On Sunday, May 4, 2025, Pastor Chad Gilligan unpacks more Blessing Blockers in your life.

More than sin can block you from God's best. Little every day things that you overlook, downplay, or take for granted can become a huge obstacle in your life. On Sunday, April 27, 2025, Pastor Chad Gilligan helps us identify a few Blessing Blockers.