Contact & Location for Greater Mt. Calvary Baptist Church
5202 Avenue K
Galveston, TX 77551
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Service Times for Greater Mt. Calvary Baptist Church
Sunday 9:00 AM
Morning Worship Service
From the church’s website · checked Oct 2026
Leadership
T. L. Allen Sr.
Pastor
What their website says
Pastor T. L. Allen Sr.,Pastor
Programs & Ministries at Greater Mt. Calvary Baptist Church
About Greater Mt. Calvary Baptist Church
Greater Mt. Calvary Baptist Church in Galveston was organized on January 22, 1935, with forty worshipers present. Reverend L. E. Brown served as the church’s first pastor. The congregation is part of the Baptist tradition and includes a children’s ministry. Greater Mt. Calvary acquired 501c(3) status in 2005, and after sustaining damage from Hurricane Ike in 2008, the church was restored. Its recorded history reflects a congregation with deep roots in Galveston and a long-standing presence on Avenue K.
First-Time Visitor Info for Greater Mt. Calvary Baptist Church
Dress Code: Not specified — please contact the church directly. Service Format: Most Baptist churches emphasize congregational singing, scripture reading, preaching, and opportunities for prayer and Christian commitment. Visitor Tips: The church welcomes visitors and has established various fellowship and community service ministries; arriving a few minutes early allows time to meet members and become familiar with the building.
Serving the community
Kitchen Pantry
Food pantry
What their website says
The Kitchen Pantry was established to receive donations of staples and non-perishable for the kitchen
Korner Closet
Clothing
What their website says
The Korner Closet was established to provide clothing for the needy.
Groups & programs
History & building
Founded in 1935
The church was organized on January 22, 1935 with forty worshipers present. The present lot at 5202 Avenue K was purchased for $100, and by August 11, 1935 the congregation held service in a wooden structure.
What their website says
On January 22, 1935
Ministry, leadership and visit details above come from the church’s own website. They can change, so please confirm with the church.
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