About Calvary Fellowship
Learn about our history, mission, and commitment to serving our community
Our Mission
Proclaim the Good News of Jesus Christ to all people;
Promote the Spiritual Growth of Believers through the study of God's Holy Word, the Bible; and
Provide spiritual support through Prayer, Discipleship, and Fellowship.
Our Character
"Small enough for you to quickly get to meet others in fellowship, but big enough to provide pertinent ministry and educational opportunities."
We believe that a church family should balance intimacy with opportunity. At Calvary Fellowship, you won't get lost in the crowd. You'll quickly form meaningful relationships with our members while having access to programs and ministries for every age and life stage.
Our History
Founded in 1937
Originally chartered as the Painesville Gospel Tabernacle, our most recent name change was the result of a merger of Calvary Baptist Church and Fellowship Baptist Church. All along our vision has been to reach the Painesville community with the Gospel of Jesus Christ and to build a church family committed to biblical truth and genuine fellowship, sending and supporting missions throughout the world.
Steady Growth and Ministry
Over the years, Calvary Fellowship has grown from a small startup to a thriving church community. Our commitment has remained constant: to know Christ, to grow in Him, and to reach others for His Kingdom.
Community Impact
Through ministries like our Helping Hands Food Pantry, women's and men's groups, and comprehensive children's programs, we serve both our congregation and the broader Painesville community.
Our Leadership
Pastor Doug Reeder
Pastor
Pastor Doug Reeder has been serving at Calvary Fellowship since 1989 and became Senior Pastor in 2002. His passion is to lead our church family in knowing God's Word, growing in faith, and reaching the lost with the Gospel of Jesus Christ. A graduate of Liberty University, Pastor Doug brings a strong biblical foundation and a heart for discipleship. He is committed to expository preaching that challenges believers to live out their faith in practical, meaningful ways.
Phone: (440) 354-8994
Email: pastor9919@gmail.com
"My desire is to shepherd this flock with care and integrity, leading people to a deeper knowledge of Christ and a commitment to His Kingdom."
If you would like to meet with our Pastor you can schedule that by calling the church. If you prefer you can send him an email at Doug
Deacons
Our deacons serve alongside Pastor Doug in caring for our church family and ensuring we live out our mission faithfully.
Joe Burke
Jim Carnovale
Gene Hodgson
Trustees
Our trustees oversee the financial and administrative needs of our church, ensuring we are good stewards of God's resources.
Dave Babuder
John Carrus
George Dujanovic
Ed Harris
Mike McKenna
Doug Sabattis
What We Believe
Biblical Authority
We believe the Bible is God's authoritative Word and the foundation for all we believe and practice.
Gospel Centrality
Jesus Christ is Lord, and His Gospel is the message we proclaim to a lost and dying world.
Community & Fellowship
We are called to live in authentic community, loving one another and bearing one another's burdens.
Personal Growth
We are committed to discipleship and spiritual maturity in Christ through study, prayer, and service.
For our complete, detailed, statement of faith, click here