Calvary Chapel Centralia - Centralia (WA)

5 /5 Kristi Voie: Pastor Ben is theologically spot on. I have been going to Calvary for nearly three years. I needed to find a new church home for worship when my church closed for COVID. I have never looked back. I listened to each sermon very carefully to ensure biblical integrity, and there has never been a deviation from the Word. Pastor Ben teaches expositorily (verse by verse) and has a talent for interpretation and application for our lives. Services are also livestreamed for Sundays when we cant attend in person, and most Sundays have a discipleship hour, between first and second service, that includes lay teachings on family and marriage and other important topics. The church body is conservative in their secular beliefs, abiding in Gods Word. I have felt at home since my first visit and have formed very strong bonds with some of the ladies. I am greeted with hugs and smiles every week! There is something for everyone, from nursery age to 55+. There are plenty of small groups, mens and womens bible studies, prayer warriors, and even support for home schooling. There are plenty of annual events and opportunities to participate and serve. We have several very talented worship teams, with a good mix of traditional hymns and contemporary Christian songs. The music is the perfect volume to feel the power of the Spirit, but not obnoxiously loud. The facility is well appointed to host a large congregation and plenty of classrooms. Since I have been there, they have made some very nice esthetic changes that make the church feel warm and welcoming. Recently, the elders announced they will be expanding the building to accommodate our ever-growing congregation. What a great problem to have! Calvary takes security very serious; there is a team of men who watch over the parking lot, entryways, and classrooms throughout the service. Sunday school teachers require a clean background check, and they adhere to strict guidelines with the safety of the children in mind. Im so blessed to have found the perfect church home. I hope you decide to attend a service to discover if its right for you.

5 /5 Jessica Ruiz: Really great church. The teachings are biblical, without a lot of personal opinions added. Theres never any emotional manipulation from the pulpit, which I respect. They are exceptional with the kids, and safety, etc... All around five star church.

5 /5 Carrie Griffin: We love this church! Pastor Ben preaches the Bible and the other members are friendly and made my daughter and I feel apart of the church from day 1

1 /5 Jacqueline Johnson: This church is full of wonderful loving and welcoming people but be cautious if you’re thinking about going to paster Ben for help, guidance and/or personal/relational direction. Some years ago I was in an abusive relationship. In an attempt to bring the darkness into light, which took incredible courage, I went to paster Ben and he only kept the darkness in the dark which kept me in an abusive situation for longer. It has taken me years to heal from the abuse, lies, manipulation and then from the betrayal that came from the way paster Ben handled the situation. This whole experience has made it incredibly difficult to trust God. I gave authority and access to someone who wasn’t responsible or trustworthy enough to help bring the darkness to light. I want others to know that just because he is a pastor doesn’t make him any closer to God than you or I. He is weak and feeble just like the rest of us. Trust the Holy Spirit and know that All Truth is from God. If someone is trying to keep the truth hidden that is not from God. I would not recommend, especially as a woman, going to Paster Ben for any kind of counseling.

5 /5 Kortz Life Adventures: Excellent church, pastor Ben is very knowledgeable and articulate. The congregation is friendly, and children’s services are great.