Our Church
A church family in New Albany, Indiana, seeking to reach the lost and strengthen believers since 1974.
Our Mission
God first loved us and gave His Son, Jesus Christ. By preaching and teaching the inerrant Word of God, sharing the love of Jesus, through prayer, and by the enabling power of the Holy Spirit, Calvary Road Baptist Church will:
Glorify God
By building up, encouraging, loving, and caring for one another, worshiping together in the unity of the Holy Spirit, and taking a biblical stand in our community.
Evangelize
By proclaiming salvation and repentance through Jesus Christ at home and abroad, seeking to minister to all people, and presenting the gospel to win the lost.
Disciple
By baptizing, exhorting, and teaching believers, equipping them for spiritual growth and service, and helping each person develop his or her gifts.
Our History
On December 4, 1974, a group of 20 believers began holding Bible studies in the home of Hirstle and Bernice Henson on Charlestown Road. A short time later they moved into a small building on Market Street in downtown New Albany. On September 7, 1975, they called their first pastor, Wade Sheffield, and were organized as Grace Baptist Church, a work sponsored by Grace Baptist Temple in Salina, Kansas.
God blessed the young church under Pastor Sheffield's leadership. From there the congregation moved to the corner of 15th Street and Beeler, and later to a small building on Oak Street. On May 4, 1986, dedication services were held in the church's current building at 3795 Saint Joseph Road, and the church later took the name Calvary Road Baptist Church.
On March 4, 2007, Pastor Sheffield retired and Pastor Mike Kleitz became the second pastor of Calvary Road Baptist Church. On September 7, 2008, the church opened its new Family Fellowship Center, and on September 2, 2012, that center was renovated to house the growing worship sanctuary.
Many faces have changed over the years, but the purpose of this church has not. We are still seeking to reach lost people and strengthen Christians. Join us as we attempt great things for God and expect great things from God.
Our Leadership
Pastor Mike Kleitz
Pastor Mike Kleitz assumed the Senior Pastor position on March 1, 2007. He and his wife, Dawn, have six children: Caleb, Faith, Tristen, James, Keira, and Shaye.
Pastor Kleitz grew up as a part of Calvary Road Baptist Church, attending since he was nine years old. He attended Baptist Bible College in Springfield, Missouri, before serving as a youth pastor at Grace Baptist Church in Bluffton, Indiana, under Pastor Doug McClure. He then served as associate pastor at Lighthouse Baptist Church in Ludington, Michigan, under Pastor Brian Blount.
He rejoined Calvary Road Baptist Church in 2004 as associate pastor, became co-pastor in August 2006, and later assumed the senior pastor role. Since 2007 the church has added a new worship sanctuary, begun two bus routes and a van route, and seen its Faith Promise Missions giving quadruple.
Deacons
Brian Burkett, David Adams, John Riggs, Bob Scoles, Daniel Scully, Tom Spear, Robert Stone, and Al Thompson.
Church Clerk
Jenna Dixon
Ministries
Bus & Van Routes
Two bus routes and a van route bring children and families to church each week. If you need a ride, call the church and we will help.
Truth & Training
A lively, Bible centered Truth & Training program for children on Wednesday evenings, while the adults study together.
Faith Promise Missions
We support missionaries carrying the gospel at home and around the world, giving that has quadrupled in recent years.
Junior Church & Nursery
Age appropriate teaching and loving care for little ones during our worship services.
Visitation & Evangelism
Every Saturday at 10:30 AM we go out into the community to share the love of Christ and invite others to church.
Music & Choir
Congregational singing and a choir that lifts up the Lord and prepares hearts for the preaching of the Word.
Come Be Our Guest
We would love to meet you and your family this Sunday. A church that's alive is well worth the drive.