Beneath the Chinatown gate’s shadow stands Calvary Korean Baptist Church. Since 1862 Calvary Baptist Church has been a beacon of faith. It stands at 8th and H Streets NW in Washington D.C.
Calvary Korean Baptist Church is an ecumenical Christian body. It is multi-racial and multi-ethnic. The church strives to be welcoming. Calvary is responsive, trusting and prayerful.
Calvary is affiliated with several Baptist organizations. These include American Baptist Churches USA and the Cooperative Baptist Fellowship. Calvary is also part of the Baptist Peace Fellowship of North America.
Adolf Cluss designed Calvary’s sanctuary building. He designed many leading buildings in Washington D.C.
Calvary played a key role in Baptist history. It is the founding church of the Northern Baptist Convention. This is now known as American Baptist Churches USA. Calvary was a leading church in the Baptist Sunday School movement.
Calvary uniquely hosted leaders from both Northern and Southern Baptist conventions. Clarence Cranford was president of the American Baptists. Brooks Hays led the Southern Baptist Convention.
Calvary embraced the Latino community. Bilingual services were introduced. They partnered with a church in El Salvador.
Calvary actively supports immigration reform. They also advocate for marriage equality.
In 1983 Calvary founded Calvary Women’s Shelter. This was the first women’s homeless shelter in D.C. Now it is Calvary Women’s Services.
Several notable figures were members of Calvary Baptist Church. Warren G. Harding, the 29th President, was a member. Charles Evans Hughes was also a member. He was a former Governor of New York and Chief Justice. Amos Kendall, the 8th United States Postmaster General, attended.
Calvary has a vibrant presence in D.C. They share God’s love with their neighbors.
For over 40 years, Calvary has hosted the Downtown Social Club. Clients from St. Elizabeth’s psychiatric hospital participate. They enjoy activities at Calvary.
Calvary partners with the Downtown Cluster of Congregations. They connect homeless individuals with critical services. These services include food and shelter.
Calvary strives to be welcoming to all. They reach out to the LGBTQ community. They host a booth at the DC Capital Pride street festival.
Calvary members advocate on Capitol Hill. They address various subjects. They support just immigration reform. They work to reduce defense spending. They want to increase spending on vulnerable populations.
Visit Calvary Korean Baptist Church. Experience a welcoming community. Engage in faith and service.