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Ministries   Pastor Halsted SENIOR PASTOR
Jeff Halsted
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Media   Pastor Halsted is the primary teaching pastor for Calvary Baptist Church. He also develops and casts vision for the overall ministry direction of CBC while providing general oversight of the CBC pastoral team and staff. Most importantly, Pastor Halsted is husband to Robin and father to Brianna and Jeffrey. Thankfully, they are willing to still admit it! Pastor Jeff has participated in the following academic programs: B.A. Cedarville University; M.Div., Th.M. Grand Rapids Baptist Seminary; Ph.D. (ABD) Calvin Theological Seminary. Hobbies: Boating, canoeing, swimming, music, theology, philosophy, history.
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  Pastor VanNorman

PASTOR OF VISITATION MINISTRIES
Richard VanNorman

Major responsibilities are calling on the sick and infirm, membership classes, Benevolent fund, health care ministries, and Adult Senior Fellowship. He loves to see people grow in their love and service for the Lord. Hobbies: Reading and cutting wood. Married to JoAnn. Education: Grand Rapids School of Bible and Music and the Calvary Baptist School of Church Ministries.

   
   

PASTOR OF WORSHIP MINISTRIES
Chad Vitarelli

Major responsibilities are teaching and equipping others to glorify God in every area of life, and leading teams in the design and execution of corporate worship services. Chad and Hayley have two children, Benjamin (5) and Allison (2). They enjoy reading, running, and spending time with friends.

   
  Pastor Bennett

PASTOR OF STUDENT MINISTRIES
Doug Crawford

Doug is the Student Ministries Pastor at CBC and loves being a part of what God is doing here.  He considers it truly a blessing to be able to minister to the teens and their families. He was married to Rose in May of 2003.

   
  Dave Gavette

MEDIA DIRECTOR
Dave Gavette

Oversees the sound, lighting, and video production during Sunday services. Responsible for video production, web site development, graphics, and various other creative projects. Assists in the planning of Sunday worship services. Hobbies: Golf, watching sports, and wrestling with his boys. Family: Wife Jennifer and sons Caleb, Cameron, and Tyler.

   
  Roger Berry

BUSINESS ADMINISTRATOR
Roger Berry

Roger manages the financial reports and records, human resources, and facility 0perations of Calvary Baptist Church. His hobbies include travel, photography, and the enjoyment of grand children.  He teaches the Life Builder ABF and coordinates the Managing Your Manna / Crown Financial mentoring groups at Calvary.  His wife, Judie, manages the Wednesday evening meals at Calvary and a small catering business.

   
 
Sarah Blocher

ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT
Sarah Blocher

Enjoys assisting Pastor Halsted & Pastor Vitarelli with scheduling,
communication, organization, coordinating visiting music groups, providing
traffic control to the many musicians and vocalists and a variety of other
fun projects. Sarah enjoys being a part of various ministries at Calvary
where she can also utilize her leadership skills such as Women's Ministry,
Praise Choir, College RIOT, and the new ministry to college students and
young professionals - The Rock. When not at church, she enjoys playing with
her nephew and niece, reading, cooking/baking and hanging out with friends.

 
Linda Cypher

ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT
Linda Cypher

Linda works closely with the Worldview Ministries Pastor and as CBC Volunteer Coordinator, she leads the church Volunteer Program. Interests are:  People, her family -- especially  5 grand children, photography, home and garden design, and public relations.

 

FACILITIES AND OPERATIONS MANAGER OF CAMP CALVARY
John Marquardt

In charge of facilities and operations at Camp Calvary in Newaygo, MI. John is married to Mary Jo and they have three sons in and out of college. They enjoy water related activities, making things in the shop, camping, and motorcycle touring.
Visit the Camp Calvary web site for more information on our camp.