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Calvary Chapel Faith Movement
On this resource page for the Calvary Chapel movement, you'll find a detailed profile of the fellowship of churches known as Calvary Chapel. You'll learn the beliefs and practices of the faith, which is not a denomination, and other important resources to help you explore the history, worship and teachings of the Calvary Chapel faith movement.
Calvary Chapel Faith Movement Profile
Calvary Chapel is not a denomination but a faith movement that includes over 1,500 independent churches throughout the world. Chuck Smith, the founder of the association, started the network in 1965 by ministering to hippies and members of the counterculture in Costa Mesa, California. Learn how the treatment of its pastors makes Calvary Chapel...
Calvary Chapel Beliefs and Practices
Calvary Chapel beliefs and practices uphold most evangelical Protestant doctrines, but there are some exception. Calvary Chapel churches reject 5-point Calvinism and are opposed to the prosperity gospel. Learn about Calvary Chapel beliefs and what goes on in their worship services.
Calvary Chapel History
Calvary Chapel history goes back only to 1965, but this faith movement’s growth since then has been phenomenal. From a single church in Costa Mesa, California, Calvary Chapel has exploded into 1,500 independent churches across the world today. Learn how ministering to people no one else wanted had a profound effect on Calvary Chapel history.
Calvary Chapel Official Site
Visit the official Calvary Chapel website.
CCOF Ministry
Calvary Chapel Outreach Fellowship exists to encourage and inform Calvary Chapel pastors, as well as assist those who desire to make application to become Calvary Chapel pastors.