~ CALVARY BAPTIST CHURCH 1090 South State Street Salt Lake City, UT 84111 (801) 355-1025 = = — November 9, 2003 3:00pm, Pastor France A. Davis Ky ‘ay “CHURCH: Base Camp for Biblical Community”: What the Church i Offers Different: The Sword of the Spirit which is the Word of God| Anniversary Theme Acts 2:44-47, Ephesians 6:17 “A Church Built on a Rock and that Rock is Jesus” — Matthew 16:18 In Touch with the Pastor Over the past 12 months, God has helped us to be His “Church: Base Camp for Biblical Community.” We have tried to show what the Church offers different from all others. Now, we depend on God’s Word as our Sword of the Spirit. Come with us as we move on up a little higher. beginning. God has so much in store for His people. For 111 years is only the Thank you for all you have done and will continue to do. May God bless you in our celebration! Sincerely, Pastor Heartfelt Thanks! To The Rev. Dr. Robert E. Fowler Sr., Pastor of Victory Baptist Church, Las Vegas, Nevada, & Rev. Elvin Grant, Jr., Pastor of Mt. Ararat Missionary Baptist Church, Houston, Texas, local pastors and churches, ministers, local community supporters, to our many visitors, Calvary Church family, committees, and program participants, thank you, for sharing in our 111th Leadership Revival and Church Anniversary Service. All praises to God because He is Worthy to be Praised! The Anniversary Committee Church History By the 1890’s Salt Lake City’s small Black population had gained sufficient enough numbers as to encourage the formation and support of independent institutions. that provided African-Americans with the opportunity to give greater meaning to their lives. In addressing their spiritual needs, group of Blacks who identified themselves as the Baptist Prayer Band, met and held worship services in their homes. By 1892, the “Baptist Prayer Band” was clearly established as “The Calvary Missionary Baptist Church” and identified as the “little colored house of worship in the alley.” In June of 1896, Rev. A. E. Reynolds announced in the “Broad Ax” (a Black newspaper) that a building located in the rear of a white church was available as a place of worship for Black Baptists. January, 1898, Rev. D. Jones arrived in Salt Lake City from Topeka, Kansas to pastor Calvary Missionary Baptist Church. He was replaced in 1901 by Rev. J. W. Washington, an energetic person whose leadership was instrumental in the church’s growth during his tenure. On Sunday, June 29, 1902, the pastor and members of the congregation gave an afternoon and evening reception at their new chapel located at 472 East Second South. In 1911, the Eastside Baptist Church site was purchased by the Calvary congregation from Immanuel Baptist Church. The first services were held on February 5" at the 679 East Third South location. Rev. Allen Newman, pastored the church from 1913 to 1915. In 1921, under the leadership of Rev. George Hart, the Calvary Baptist Church was incorporated by the State of Utah. Between 1924 and 1954, Calvary had eight pastors. In 1951, the Articles of Incorporation were revised and approved by the membership. The Rev. William I. Monroe served as pastor of Calvary from 1954 to 1967. During his tenure, the church membership made great strides in terms of its membership and financial condition. On November 3, 1966 the Calvary congregation joyfully marched from their former worship place at Third South and Seventh East to their new place of worship at 532 East Seventh South. Special services culminated the activities of this day. In 1974, Rev. France A. Davis was installed as pastor of Calvary. Pastor Davis has served the congregation for a longer period than any of his 22 predecessors. During his tenure, Calvary has continued her ongoing mission. Rev. Davis and the Calvary congregation dedicated Calvary Towers, a low-income senior citizen housing complex adjacent to the church at 532 East 7th South on July 30, 1989. Under Rev. Davis’ tenure, many improvements have been made. The 10/36 Scholarship Plan was initiated in 1992. The goal is for each member to contribute $10 per month for 36 months to endow a scholarship account to enable the church youth by providing financial assistance. to substantially further the education of our Church pews were padded in 1993 to aid in the comfort of our visitors, friends and members and in 1993 a public address system was installed complete with speakers, monitors, sound board, double cassette recorder-player deck and microphones to assist in making the ministry available to all. Pastor Davis with support of the congregation earned a Masters of Ministry Degree. Church History (continued) The membership and visitors continue to increase resulting in seating and parking problems. In 1994, we added the 8:00 a.m. worship service to alleviate the However as our members continue to thirst for knowledge about Jesus problem. Christ, most stay right through to the 11:00 a.m. service. We continue to have a greater need for additional programs, worship and parking spaces. In 1995, a new sign was installed to inform all of our worship times. The kitchen was also remodeled. By the fall of 1995, it was apparent the Church had outgrown this present facility. December 1995, the membership voted approval to purchase land and build a larger church facility. Each member was asked to pledge and give accordingly as the Lord blessed them. In 1996, God blessed us to secure approximately 2 1/2 acres of land and we have constructed a 47,000 square feet facility at 1090 South State Street. This more adequate space for worship, education, community and recreational activities was occupied and dedicated in November 2001 with only a limited mortgage. We are enjoying what Dr. Robert Fowler calls a “First Class” facility. Praise God from whom With more than 600 members and many more attending, the all blessings flow. congregation continues to meet spiritual needs first and foremost while also helping people wherever they hurt. Since everybody is welcomed, our congregation is more and more diverse with a distinct African American style of worship. We lift our voice in praise and trust God to speak to our lives. During the past 12 months, we had an exciting youth oriented revival, developed our Elderly Ministry, held our first Church picnic on the church grounds and put the facilities to better use with dance, play, scouts, and sports teams. Our numbers continue to grow as does our spirit and maturity. Join us in moving on up to “Newness of Life” and reading about us on our website (http://www.calvaryslc.com) and in “ON ONE ACCORD” — our Church newsletter. Nobody can deny that God has brought us a long ways. Thank you for your support and participation in the Calvary Missionary Baptist Church. While some have gone from labor to reward, we are truly blessed to be a congregation that is “ALIVE a La 7 Ma ™ Va a JULIA WARD MOORE GAIL FLEMINGS May 18, 2003 LUTTIE PENDLETON KALIEE GATES CLAY WASHINGTON ALLA LEE ELLIOTT January 24, 2003 August 19, 2003 September 3, 2003 meee May 21, 2003 October 14, 2003 The Rev. Dr. Robert Fowler, Pastor Las Vegas, Nevada About our Leadership Trainer & Revivalist..... Dr. Fowler received his B.S. from Northern Arizona University in Flagstaff, Arizona, his Masters in December 1983 from Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary of Fort Worth, Texas and his Doctorate of Ministry from the Tyndale Theological Seminary in May 1990. Dr. Fowler has authored several books including "What the Bible Says About Healing", "How to be Single and Satisfied", and "The Marriage Maze". and campus speaker locally & nationally. | Dr. Fowler is a much sought after lecturer Dr. Fowler has developed and organized ministries and auxiliaries that have made an impact on both the Church and secular community. He has conducted Leadership Seminars and Workshops nationwide and has been effective in developing successful programs relative to understanding the biblical principles of theology, cultic activity, Black presence in scripture, Church Administration and Church Growth. Dr. Fowler is a man that couples a strong love for people with a determined vision from God. He combines the integrity of proper biblical interpretation with the zeal of a preacher to the end that services are electrified with the presence of God. Dr. Fowler is leading Victory Baptist Church to become "A Church on the Move" for Christ in both the Christian and secular community. Dr. Fowler is married to First Lady Joyce F owler and has two children. he Ren Eoin Grant, Jt, Pastor Mt. Ararat Missionary Baptist Church, Houston, Texas About our Anniversary Speaker..... Pastor Grant’s was baptized in 1971 by Pastor William Lott of the St. Mark Missionary Baptist Church. The Word of God as taught and preached by Pastor Lott and then later by Pastor Grant’s biological brother and Pastor, Rev. James Carrington, Jr., fell upon fertile ground in the heart of Pastor Grant. In 1984 God graced His life with the call to preach the uncompromising Gospel of Jesus Christ. In 1992 Pastor Grant became Pastor of the Mt. Ararat Missionary Baptist Church. Most importantly, pleasing God and building hopes on things eternal has been the key to Pastor Grants’ ministry and to moving his congregation from membership to discipleship. Pastor Grant is dedicated to his assignment as Pastor. He works diligently at cultivating, motivating and empowering God’s people to faithful stewardship and kingdom building. His teaching ministry has been dynamic and power packed with such life changing series as The Success of the Early Church, Growing in Christ, Moving from Membership to Discipleship, Genuine Love in Action. He has implemented his millennium vision of Bridging the Gap between Family, Church and Community. He is a devoted family man — married 16 years to his friend, companion, helpmeet and Queen, Sis. Deedra Grant. They are blessed with three children, Danielle RaeNeice, Elvin Glenn, IIT, and Destiny GeKoi. Mt. Ararat is proud to have such a caring and compassionate Pastor who challenges us to put Christ first, to study and obey God’s word, and to do all we can for others. His favorite scripture is Romans 12:1-2 and his favorite hymn is — Father I stretch My Hands to Thee. ane ) ) d i( cil With Calvary Baptist Church Anniversary Program \ J a0 Sunday, November 9, 2003 3:00pm S De \ [ Order of Service Fall Bee (Call £0; W O1sihind) ssiccsovconsdothesesncadectsnenspsatsonsasenabvoravcssesessoswesscancapaucunagass Rev. Charles Wright Post the Troops (Processional) ..........0.0.0.cccsescscsssccsesccccccccsccccscesecsascccsesees Calvary Combined Choirs Mobilizing the Troops (Devotion)..................sssssssssssssssssssssssseees Calvary Deacons & Deaconesses Espirit de Corp (Responsive Reading) ..4...50.0:00scccscasessascassnecsnesecbopeessnsbenbeootuceonesnnaaanscnteusasaens Pulpit Salutations. CW ClEOME))..<uwsesecnoissovedsavevasiarsisvancynnceesescspenanhonasepensnssedeesipoutpervoedsuenarese Youth Ministry Salutations (OCCASION) ...ccocsssoscesoecsvevecssesscesussesabonennshnsaeuenensesasnsnssneinanslacnesceuaneus es eet Sis. Lula Henry Battle Cry (Musical Selection)..............cscssccccsccsssssssssessccsccsssssssccessaccecees Calvary Combined Choirs Reveille: “The Church Triumphant” WVECHIOPIAL SET VICE cicscsssccessncnneesceesssesonsennscossesnsenncese Sis. Doriena Lee. President, Mission Ministry Stewardship CR TEIRCRY OF GRUNGE vai iciiscrcsseees cca isis iad leeds Deacons/Ushers Battle Cry. CViusical SelectiOih) cc.sssesssovsssvcsenssnsancssscssadaesisosssenanueeessescnbnes Calvary Combined Choir Introduction by Under Shepherd.......cccscssscssessssssssesees vis bhasuuas antes tuee anes ase Pastor France A. Davis Battle Cry (A & B Musical Selection)..................sssee New Zion Baptist Church, Ogden, Utah Orders from Commander-in-Chief (Sermon) .............cccccsssssssscesceesenees Rev. Elvin Grant, Pastor Mt. Ararat Missionary Baptist Church Recruitment (Invitation to Christian Discipleship)........cccvccssssscssceeee is Pastor James Abrams New Zion Missionary Baptist Church Awards (Recognition for Faithful Service) ............. Sis. Jannie Lewis & Bro. Louis Stansberry SEMI FASE CORCHIIE IS) iicigsctccsssssccoscctsvucccesbuescesphbecussesheadseosvusvesedescvonscseuventbecsees Program Co-Chairs Pastor, Rev. France A. Davis Fall Out (Renediction) 25a ee a a eescand Rev. Elvin Grant, Pastor Mt. Ararat Missionary Baptist Church Please join us in the “Mess Hall” for dinner! Be Who can find a virtuous woman? for her price is far above rubies. - Proverbs 31:10 Sis. Esther Williams was born in Forest, Mississippi on February 17", the ninth child of the late Wallace and Pattie Robinson Wad Named after the courageous and beautiful Hebrew Queen Esther, she too is a beautiful, powerful woman who walks by faith and puts God first in her life. Sis. Williams began her Christian walk by giving her life to Christ as a young girl, at the Concord Missionary Baptist Church in Forest. She attended school in Forest and met and later married the love of her life, Bro. Eddie E. Williams on March 14, 1935. She, Eddie and their five children moved to Salt Lake City, Utah in April 1945. As the family prospered, Esther had three more children, instilling in all eight (6 boys and 2 girls) a love of God and raising them on a strong foundation of faith. All of her children gave their lives to Christ at an early age and became members of the Calvary Baptist Church. During the early years, Sis. Williams was a devoted wife aid mother. eae youngest child started school, she began to work outside the home and involve herself in community activities. Her extensive employment experience includes jobs with the Federal Aviation Control Center and the Community Action Program. She was also a supervisor with the Salt Lake County Employment & Training Department and retired in 1982. Sis. Williams was a long-term member of the Westminster College Mother’s Club. In this role, she provided additional support and encouragement to three of her sons who graduated from Westminster College. She is a long-term member and current Treasurer of Queen Esther Chapter No. 2, Order of the Eastern Star. She joined the Calvary Baptist Church family in January 1946 and has worked tirelessly as a faithful leader in many church ministries. She served as Superintendent of the Sunday School under five pastors, beginning with Rev. Lester L. Agent in the 1950’s and ending her last term with Rev. Davis in 1982. Sis. Williams also taught Sunday School and most recently was the Senior Women’s Class Teacher. She’s a member of Calvary’s Missionary Society, has served as Mission President, supporter of foreign missions and was Chair of the IGBA Foreign Mission for over two decades. Through her association with Dr. Harvey, National Foreign Mission President, she helped lay the groundwork for Pastor Davis’ trip to Africa. Sis. Williams was appointed to Calvary’s Deaconess Ministry by Rev. Monroe leadership capacity for over 50 years. and has faithfully served in this spiritual She’s a long-term member of Church Women United, having served as Board Member and Vice President. In March 2003 she received Church ~ Women United’s “Valiant Woman Award” for dedicated service and community outreach. These are a few of Sis. Williams’ many accomplishments and contributions. T hey demonstrate her commitment to God and provide evidence of her strong faith and her willing- who trusts in the Lord. love and honor you. Who can find a virtuous woman? God His in Sis. Esther Williams. | : We QR rilion for Haithfud Service: Bro. a CW Deacon Lawrence C. Wynne was born in Hughes, Arkansas in 1924. He grew up in a little town named Whitmore, Arkansas. Bro. Wynne moved to Salt Lake City in November, 1951 and joined the Calvary Baptist Church in December of that same year. Bro. Wynne attended church regular but did not get involved until May, 1956. After the death of Trustee DaleyE. Oliver, Bro. Wynne was elected as Trustee in 1956 and served in that position until the late 1970’s. At this time, he was appointed Deacon in training and was ordained as a Deaconon January 25, 1985 and served as an active Deacon until 2001. He currently serves as an honorary Deacon. Bro. Wynne served as church bulletin clerk for over 20 years. He also joined the choir in October, 1959 and served as choir president for two years, and was also given the responsibility of the cleaning and disbursing of the robes until his health no longer allowed him to continue. Bro. Wynne was elected church treasurer in January, 1971 and served in that position until he resigned as treasurer in October, 1997. Bro. Wynne would do anything for the church. He also took care of the maintenance on the church van. Pastor Davis says Bro. Wynne is a friend and is always dependable. Bro. Wynne retired from Tooele Army Depot and worked as a school crossing guard after retirement. Sis. Sarah Monroe, wife of Pastor Monroe published a monthly One of the most memorable issues profiled Bro. magazine named “The Reflector”. Lawrence C. Wynne who quietly served as trustee, choir president, deacon and treasurer. Bro. Wynne continues to be a dedicated and faithful member of Calvary Missionary Baptist Church. Thank you Bro. Wynne for 52 years of service. Recognitionfr Friel Tarvica: Te. Gladyy Hap Sis. Gladys Hesleph is foremost a Christian, a wife and mother who takes all of these roles seriously. This — _ tribute focuses on each of these traits. There is something about the way she carries herself in dress, talk and behavior that lets us know that she believes in the Lord and that He is the head of her life. She has always served in the church in some capacity, with the choir, counseling or teaching. She always worked with choirs, because playing the piano by ear was one of her special gifts. She took some teenagers _in the church and formed one of the first young adult choirs in Utah. She worked closely with Sis. Phyllis : Grayson, who was her good friend and director. She young people would Pidcstand and that would addto the a : church service. She always found a biblical scripture and meaning of the song. “She said music had to be more than just a beat. It was the message in the song that was important not the beat. The song should always have meaning that would help those who heard it. This young adult choir was so intrigued with her that they disciplined themselves as far as getting to rehearsals on time and learning the music and presenting it correctly. This choir lasted through three pastors and a new church! Sis. Hesleph was the wife of one husband, Bro. Willie D. Hesleph, who came to Utah because of his military assignment in Utah. He soon sent for Sis. Hesleph and they were married and had six children, five boys and one girl. Although she had six children very close in age, her home was clean and dinner was served every evening when her husband arrived home and snacks for the children when they came home. She was also able toae them with homework. e re wen The Hesleph ai abies church ‘regularly and on Syn’ when she Stovall the piano she lined her six children up on the bench close by her and that is where they remained behaving themselves. whe all attended Sunday School and worked ini some organization in working deine home mom. _ Sis. Tiesicon was involved in their lives totally with school, church and play. She along with Bro. Hesleph put their children all through school and they graduated. She returned to school and got her Bachelors and Masters degree. She then used that knowledge to counsel in the schools. She is retired now and available for counseling in the church as the Listening Ear. She has helped members young and old in our church. Sis. Hesleph has always walked the talk and talked the walk. She still loves and serves the Lord and Calvary Baptist Church. She is a shining light for all to follow. Sis. Hesleph proves that you can do everything decent and in order. Serve the Lord with gladness, use your talents for Him and He will direct your path. | She is now a deaconess of this church and recently has consented to work with the Women’s Missionary Chorus. God Bless you Sis. Gladys Hesleph, keep on serving the Lord! 10. The Church Triumphant Let the Church be the Church, Let the People rejoice. Oh, we’ve settled the question, We’ve made our choice. Let the anthems ring out, Songs of victory swell For the Church triumphant is alive and well. Let the Church be the Church, Let the People rejoice. Oh, we’ve settled the question, We’ve made our choice. Let the anthems ring out, Songs of victory swell For the Church triumphant is alive and well. Oh, this ship’s been thru battles before Storms and tempest and rocks on the shore. Tho’ the hull it may be battered, Down inside it’s safe & dry It will carry its cargo to the port in the sky. Let the Church be the Church, Let the People rejoice. Oh, we’ve settled the question, We’ve made our choice. Let the anthems ring out, Songs of victory swell For the Church triumphant is alive and well. Is alive, is alive, is alive. The Church is alive, alive, is alive. The Church is alive and well, and well, and well. a | ae 2003 SiS. ANNIVERSARY COMMITTEE Co-CHAIRS BRO. ROBB BENNS, CHAIR, DEACON JOHNNIE MAE WYNNE, CHAIR, DEACONESS SIS. KORI BURNETT SIs. PAT GRAY SIS. LESLIE HENDERSON SIS. LULA HENRY SIS. EMMA HOUSTON SIs. JANNIE LEWIS SIS. JANET MARTIN BRO. MICHAEL MATTHEWS REV. KEVIN BRO. DAVID MOORE SIS. SYLVIA BRO. MILLER MORRIS LOUIS STANSBERRY SIS. VEASTER WHITE REV. CHARLES WRIGHT