Are you new to the area? Maybe you're looking for a place to develop friendships or to get answers to spiritual questions. Or maybe you saw the building project
and are wondering who we are. Whatever you're looking for we're glad you found us. We believe Calvary can encourage you and every member of your family.
  • When you arrive on campus, let a parking attendant know you're new to Calvary and he'll direct you to parking near the main entrance.
  • Greeters in the lobby will answer your questions and provide you with details about Calvary's ministries and events. They can also direct you to important
    locations – the auditorium, classrooms, nurseries, and restrooms.
  • Nurseries and available for infants and toddlers. Sunday classes provide older children age-appropriate teaching and music. Classes, groups, and
    activities are available for every age and stage of life.
  • During each service, we welcome newcomers. But we will never put you on the spot, make you stand, or call you to the front. We will, however, invite you
    to meet our pastors and their wives in the lobby afterward.
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Calvary Baptist Simpsonville

Common Questions

Visiting a church for the first time can be a challenging experience. Where do I go? What time do services start? What's here for my children? What should I expect? 

We want to put you at ease so that your visit to Calvary is a refreshing and beneficial experience for you and your whole family. Experience inspiring music, helpful teaching and preaching, friendly people, and a place where you will feel welcome and "at home."

Here are the answers to a few questions you may have about Calvary Baptist Church. If we missed one, please contact the church office by phone (864.967.7803) or by e-mail and we'll help you any way we can.

WHAT ARE THE SERVICES LIKE?

Two identical morning services – at 9:00 and 10:30 am – combine traditional hymns and newer songs with clear, practical preaching and teaching from the Bible. Sign language interpretation is provided at 9:00 am. 

We gather together again each Sunday evening at 6:00 pm to worship and enjoy fellowship around God's Word. Services generally last 1 hour and 15 minutes.

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In our services, Pastor Taylor preaches and teaches directly  from the Bible, using the New King James translation as his primary text. Bibles are provided in our pews for anyone who does not have one to bring.

As a church, we recognize the value of all good translations of the Scriptures. We respect each person's freedom in choosing a Bible translation for personal and family use. The basis for our fellowship and unity is not a particular translation of the Bible, but the eternally enduring Word of God.

RECEPTION FOR NEWCOMERS

We have a Guest Reception Area in the lobby where you can meet members of our pastoral staff after each morning service. Our pastors and their wives are there to welcome newcomers and answer questions.

WHAT SHOULD I WEAR?

No matter what your personal style, you'll be comfortable at Calvary. If you prefer dressy, business, or casual attire, chances are there will be others dressed much like you when you visit. Many prefer to dress up for worship on Sundays. 

Toddlers and children learn while they play, so their clothing often reflects their play and hands-on learning activities. Junior and senior high students dress casually on Wednesday evenings because games and events are sometimes held outside.

WHERE CAN I PARK?

We have parking near the main entrance for our guests. When you arrive, let our parking attendants know that you're new to Calvary and they will direct you to a good parking place.

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Friendly greeters will meet you. They can direct you to the auditorium, classrooms, or nurseries.  Greeters and ushers
will be happy to answer any questions you may have during your visit. Information is also available at the Information
Center in the lobby.

WHAT ABOUT INFANTS, TODDLERS, AND CHILDREN?

Supervised nurseries are available during all services freeing parents to worship, receive instruction from God's Word, and participate in ministry – confident that their children's needs are being met. 

Sunday classes for children 4 years old – 6th grade meet during both morning service times. Our Patch the Pirate Children's Church meets at 10:30 am; Pee Wee Patch Club (for ages 4 and 5) meets at 6:00 pm. 

Calvary's Youth Group – for junior and senior high teens – meets on Sundays in the Chapel at 9:30 am, and on Wednesdays at 6:45 pm.

HOW CAN I MEET OTHERS?

One of the best ways to meet others and develop friendships is to be involved in a Sunday Class. Many classes are available from which to choose. Our classes give opportunities for fellowship and spiritual growth.

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HOW CAN I LEARN MORE ABOUT CALVARY?

Attending a service or class is a good start.  When you're here, be sure to visit the Information Center in the lobby. Friendly people are there to answer your questions and provide you with information about Calvary's ministries and events.

If you're interested in becoming a member of Calvary, or if you want more of an in-depth look at the ministries here, then the Calvary Connection Class is for you. It's a two-week class that meets on selected Sunday evenings at 4:00 pm.