Through the steadfast love of Jesus, on display by his in-laws, Pastor Al James and his wife Becky, the once-atheist Raj Ahuja now serves as Senior Pastor of Calvary Prescott, AZ. Read about his intriguing conversion from emptiness to Truth.

Calvary Chapel Magazine is grateful for your support as we share testimonies of God’s transforming work around the world. As we prepare Issue 107, please pray about partnering with us so these stories can continue to reach even into the 10/40 window.

Join the mission of Calvary Chapel Magazine—sharing real testimonies of what God is doing throughout the Calvary Chapel family and reaching more hearts for His Kingdom. Revelation 12:11 reminds us, “They overcame him by the blood of the Lamb and by the word of their testimony.” In this video, volunteers and staff unite to prepare the magazine for distribution to churches, helping spread these powerful stories of God’s faithfulness.

Nearly two years before Charlie Kirk’s assassination, a young man from Calvary Chapel Reno-Sparks, NV, asked the Turning Point USA founder: “If this was the very last time you could speak to the youth of America …, what would you tell us?” Hear his answer in this clip.

Two Calvary Chapel pastors—one a former professional surfer—and a family member rushed to save a drowning boy and his uncle at a churning Florida beach in late October. Family members praised the men’s timely actions, calling them “heroes”.

On a recent trip to what is considered the nation’s opioid epicenter, a group of servant-minded volunteers from Calvary Chapel Clayton, NC, spent four days on the crime-filled streets of Kensington, PA, offering the hope of salvation in Jesus and help through The Rock-Calvary Chapel's various ministries.

Calvary Chapel San Jose, CA, is taking its ongoing struggle to appeal unconstitutional COVID-era penalties to the U.S. Supreme Court. The governmental overreach represents an existential threat to all churches, according to Pastor Mike McClure.

Calvary Chapel pastors return to Israel with large groups of believers on a Holy Land pilgrimage. Watching the Bible come alive at each historic site, they rejoiced with Israelis welcoming home their hostages held by Hamas terrorists.

A little boy’s excitement about getting baptized turned into an unexpected, lighthearted memory at Calvary Chapel South Jersey, NJ, in August. In times of often heartbreaking news, enjoy this glimpse of joyful surrender to Jesus.

Calvary Chapel pastors and leaders experienced “Encounters with God” during the 2023 International Pastors & Leaders Conference, including the commissioning of younger men to the CCA Council. Be a part of the opportunity to encourage fellow leaders—make plans to attend the upcoming 2025 conference November 10-13 at CC Golden Springs, CA.

We look back fondly at the 2021 CCA International Pastors & Leaders Conference, a time of fellowship, encouragement, and exhortation for Calvary Chapel pastors, leaders, and their wives. Plan to attend the 2025 conference at Calvary Chapel Golden Springs, CA, November 10-13.

Charlie Kirk once said, “I want to be remembered for courage for my faith.” In the wake of his tragic assassination, those words have become a powerful reflection of the life he lived and the mission he championed. As Congress designates October 14 as a National Day of Remembrance in his honor, we reflect on his example to inspire a generation to live boldly for Christ.

Israel rejoiced Monday as the last remaining Hamas hostages were released after two years in captivity. Among them was Avinatan Or, captured with his girlfriend Noa Argamani during the October 7, 2023, attack at the Nova music festival. Their reunion—after years of separation and suffering—became a symbol of enduring love, national relief, and a reminder that God’s light always breaks through the darkest night.

Israeli nurse Michal was tending to a wounded soldier when a Hamas terrorist disguised in IDF uniform shot her three times during the October 7 attack. Miraculously surviving, she later shared her story with Calvary Chapel pastors—testifying to faith, courage, and healing amid horror. “Don’t panic … these things must take place” (Matthew 24:6).

Calvary Chapel pastors visiting Israel witnessed the aftermath of Hamas’s brutal October 7 attack on Kibbutz Kfar Aza. Survivors described unimaginable cruelty and betrayal by former Palestinian “friends.” Deeply moved, pastors vowed to share Israel’s suffering and reaffirm Christian support for God’s chosen people (Deuteronomy 7:6–8).

Surfing legend Joey Buran—“The California Kid”—left his world titles in 1988 to follow Christ’s call. From evangelism on the East Coast to planting Worship Generation in Southern California, Joey has poured into the next generation, even coaching the U.S. Surf Team to Olympic victory. Today, he pastors Worship Generation, teaching verse by verse and emphasizing God’s grace.

At the SoCal Men’s Conference, pro skater Ryan Sheckler shared how Jesus Christ rescued him from alcoholism and gave him new purpose. “God took my life that was a self-run riot and put me on a stand, in front of thousands of men, talking about Him.”

To get updates for the 2025 event text “SOCAL25” to 877.242.0828. Therefore say to them, ‘Thus says the Lord of hosts: “Return to Me,” says the Lord of hosts, “I will return to you”, says the Lord of hosts.” - Zechariah 1:3

At Calvary Chapel Burbank, CA, the lives of the faithful “speak” through simple books. A popular summer program encourages both missions and church-wide reading of biographies of Christian missionaries.

More than 100,000 people attended the memorial service for Charlie Kirk, the founder of Turning Point USA murdered on Sept. 10. The extraordinary event felt more like a revival service, with the Gospel of Jesus Christ the main message.