Full Gospel Baptist · Erie
"But you will receive power when the Holy Spirit comes on you; and you will be my witnesses."
Acts 1:8
Welcome
Greater Calvary is a Full Gospel Baptist congregation in Erie under the leadership of Elder Colin G. Gavin. We hold to Bible-rooted preaching, Spirit-led worship, and a family-tight congregation that knows each other by name.
Service Times
Sunday
10:30 AM
Morning Worship
What to expect
Spirit-filled worship with a strong vocal tradition. Bible preaching from Elder Gavin. A warm, family-style welcome — visitors get acknowledged from the pulpit. Service runs about 90 minutes.
What we believe
Scripture
The Bible is the inspired, infallible word of God and the final authority for faith and life.
The Trinity
One God eternally existing in three persons: Father, Son, and Holy Spirit.
Spirit-filled life
The Holy Spirit is active today — leading, empowering, and gifting the church.
Local church
God designed us for community. Gathering, serving, and walking together is how we grow.
Recent messages
Recent
You Will Receive Power
On Acts 1:8 and the Spirit that turns ordinary disciples into witnesses.
Recent
A Family in Erie
On what it means to be a Black Baptist family in this city, in this moment.
Recent
Where the Spirit Moves
On the ways God still surprises a Sunday morning if we make room.
Upcoming
Sunday
10:30 AM
Morning Worship
Full Gospel Baptist worship + preaching.
Our team
Elder Colin G. Gavin
Pastor
Leads Greater Calvary with a heart for Spirit-led worship and Bible-rooted preaching.
Generosity
Every gift supports our weekly worship, our community outreach, and the families we serve in Erie.
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