“Our Story, His Glory.”
Our story is one of God’s faithfulness — from a tent revival meeting in 1950 to the worship that fills our building today, the Lord has kept a witness for Himself here in Casper, Wyoming.
August 1950
A burden for Casper brings Dr. Ed Nelson of Denver to conduct old-fashioned tent meetings in North Casper. From the Carlson family home to the North Casper Women's Clubhouse, a small nucleus of people remains faithful in worship. A generous donation of two lots on the edge of town answers the growing need for a church home.
May 1951
Dr. John Weidenaar arrives as the first pastor of Calvary Baptist Church. Groundbreaking for the first building commences on South Jackson Street that June.
Easter 1952
With the building completed, opening services are held. Spiritual and numerical growth continue as the body of believers becomes the church.
November 1972
An excited Calvary Baptist gathers for groundbreaking on a new building.
Easter 1974
The first service is held in the new building.
October 19, 1975
Dr. Ed Nelson and Dr. John Weidenaar return as guest speakers for the church's official dedication, held fittingly on Calvary's 25th anniversary.
1994
Jeff Matney joins the staff as youth pastor.
1999
Pastor Matney is ordained and takes the call to pastor the church.
Today
Calvary Baptist has had nine pastors over the years, each presenting God's Word while encouraging service to Jesus Christ. With Jesus as our Shepherd, we have a heart to see souls saved, and we continue to glorify He who is worthy of our praise.
The next chapter of this story is still being written — and there’s a place in it for you and your family.
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