Calvary Church - Maumee

Sadness, grief, struggle…it’s all a part of who we are. We were built for joy, but we were also built for grief, and God has given us the tools to cope with it. Whether in a moment of difficulty or months of crippling depression, God has a plan. Even in the worst times, God has a plan. On Sunday, July 18, 2021, Pastor Chad Gilligan takes a look at the blues of the Bible and what to do in times of lament.

Some of the most well-known and beloved scriptures from the Bible are found in the book of Psalms. No matter what you are going through, there is a Psalm that can impact, inspire, and relate to your situation. It’s more than a book of poetry; it’s a powerful reminder of God’s presence in your life. On Sunday, July 11, 2021, Pastor Chad Gilligan begins a new sermon series, Songs of Summer, and reflects on the lessons found in Psalm 1.

History is full of people—real people—just like us. They experienced the same frustrations, fears, concerns, and desires as we do today. And when we learn their stories, we go beyond paintings and sterile history books to realize that no matter the time period, in our hearts, we are all the same. On Sunday, July 4, 2021, Pastor Chad Gilligan recounts the Second Great Awakening and gives us Four Great Awakening Truths that We Need to Experience Today. 

Peace has become a rare commodity. It can be hard to find and even harder to live by. People have made it their right and privilege to be outraged. But what if next time we chose peace instead of choosing to fight over something inconsequential? What if we chose understanding, or a new perspective? On Sunday, June 20, 2021, Pastor Chad Gilligan continues his new sermon series, Be Cool, and encourages us to be people of peace.

What does it mean to be a cool person? Is it a certain attitude or owning tons of stuff? Is it having lots of friends? Being cool to God isn’t about being perfect, or following all the rules, or even going to church every Sunday. Being cool is much simpler than that and a crucial part of our relationship with Him and others. On Sunday, June 13, 2021, Pastor Chris McCormick kicks off Calvary’s new sermon series, Be Cool, and preaches about the importance of being cool.

No matter how large, or impressive, or beautiful a building may be, if its infrastructure is weak, that building is a danger to itself and others. The same can be said for us. When we don’t examine ourselves for weaknesses, we are ticking time bombs capable of wreaking devastation and destruction beyond measure. On Sunday, June 6, 2021, Pastor Chad Gilligan continues his sermon series, Building for Blessing, and gives us Four Questions for Examining Your Infrastructure.

God sees you when no one else does. He knows and understands your pain, injustices, and regrets. No matter the mistake or sin, He wants to restore your broken heart and give you strength to endure for tomorrow. On Sunday, May 30, 2021, Pastor Jordan Moore preaches about Jesus and the woman from the well, and how Jesus can turn any shame into glory.

The Holy Spirit is more than an accessory; He’s a necessity in this life. Through Him, there is wisdom, power, direction, discernment, and a lifeline to the presence of God. Without Him, we cannot hope to accomplish God’s perfect will in our life. On Pentecost Sunday, May 23, 2021, Pastor Chad Gilligan explains why we need the Holy Spirit in our lives.

The media, the politicians, your coworkers, friends, and even family want to tell you what to believe, how to think, and what to do. It’s hard to discern what is right, what is true, and what is just popular. When life seems uncertain, it’s important to stop and find clarity. On Sunday, May 16, 2021, Pastor Chad Gilligan gives Three Clarity Decisions for Building Blessing in your life.

Character is more than who you appear to be, it’s who you truly are inside. And when pressure comes, when someone opposes you, and things don’t go according to plan, that’s when your true self begins to show. That’s when the door is open for God to bless you. On Sunday, May 9, 2021, Pastor Chad Gilligan gives us “Three Legs of Strong Character.”

Conflict is a part of normal, everyday life. Some people avoid it. Some people instigate it. Some people complain about it. But conflict doesn’t have to be negative or destructive. It can also be a tool for building blessing in our lives. On Sunday, May 2, 2021, Pastor Chad Gilligan continues his sermon series, Building for Blessing, and gives Three Keys to Constructive Conflict.

Change is inevitable – life is constantly changing. But some changes lead to something greater, better, and bigger. Some changes are orchestrating by God to bring blessing into your life. Instead of fighting change, ask God for His will and what you can do to prepare for it. On Sunday, April 25, 2021, Pastor Chad Gilligan encourages us to accept and embrace the cycle of change in our lives.

You've dreamed, you planned, you prayed. Your life is set out for you. But instead of the God-given dream you thought you had, it's actually a self-centered hallucination, destined to fail without God's blessing. Before you plan your next goals for the future, seek God's will and purpose for your life. That way instead of praying for your desires to be blessed, you can choose an already blessed path. On Sunday April 18, 2021, Calvary Church welcomes guest speaker, Pastor Greg Ford, as he speaks on Dreams & Hallucinations.

All great achievements in life don’t just happen. They begin with preparation and planning. The same goes for spiritual blessing and growth. If you want blessing in your life, you must choose to build spiritual structure to support it. On Sunday, April 11, 2021, Pastor Chad Gilligan begins a new sermon series, Building for Blessing.

The resurrection of Jesus shook the Earth and Heavens to its foundations. This cataclysmic event opened the gates of Heaven and provided forgiveness from sin, as well as freedom from the tortures of Hell. It was powerful enough to change the world and everything within the universe, but it was also personal enough to offer hope and healing for you. On Easter Sunday, April 4, 2021, Pastor Chad Gilligan gives 6 Empty-Tomb Truths and what Jesus' resurrection personally means for you.

Good Friday Service

It was finally here: a time of celebration, a time of reflection, a time to look forward to the future with hope. Jews from all over the world would travel to Jerusalem to come together and celebrate Passover. However, this year would not be the same. It would never be the same again when the people heard that Jesus was coming to Jerusalem for the festival, and he arrived, riding on a donkey. On Sunday, March 28, 2021, Pastor Chad Gilligan recounts the story of Palm Sunday and reminds us that "Love is Here."

It consumes you. Your thoughts, your goals, your feelings. It fills your days and guides your relationships. This unhealthy distraction will eventually fade away and leave you empty and devastated. This is an idol - anything or anyone that competes with God in your life. On Sunday, March 21, 2021, Pastor Chad Gilligan concludes his sermon series, The Power of Love, and shows us the answer to today's modern idols.

God is love. There is no greater example of love. Through Him, there is hope, peace, confidence, family, and so much more all because He loves you. But, in return, He also made you to love others as well. On Sunday, March 14, 2021, Pastor Chad Gilligan continues “The Power of Love” sermon series by giving us Three Things About Us.

It’s a huge, life-changing endeavor. An important decision needs to be made. You are facing a crossroads in life; and your decision will directly affect your future. But before you make that first step, take a moment to make sure you are going in the right direction. On Sunday, March 7, 2021, Pastor Chad Gilligan gives five questions to ask yourself when you face a crossroad in life.