Dwelling Place

Introduction

Dwelling Place is the radio ministry of Calvary Worship Center.

Calvary Worship Center is a diverse, dynamic growing church in Colorado Springs, Colorado. Our heartbeat is Spirit-filled worship and verse-by-verse preaching and teaching of God's Word. Our desire is to be a church "alive" that reflects the very heart of God as seen through the early church in the book of Acts.

Our purpose and mission centers around knowing Jesus Christ, and making Him known to others in Colorado Springs, and around the world. It is because of His Grace that we are changed and transformed, regardless of our past or background. "Him we preach," spreading the hope & love Christ offers to all people. "for there is no other name under heaven given to men by which we must be saved." (Acts 4:12)

You'll find Calvary to be an ethnically and socially diverse community, with people from all different backgrounds and experiences. We welcome everyone. We believe this reflects the heart of God, as He desires all people to come and know Him through Jesus Christ. People find Calvary to be a place of acceptance and love, that shows the grace and forgiveness Jesus offers. We believe that His grace leads us to turn from our sins, gives us peace in life's trials, and strengthens us to live Godly lives before Him.

 Pastor Al's Bio

Al was born in Panama City, Florida on December 29, 1955. His father was a career soldier, so the family traveled extensively. In 1973, when Al was seventeen years old, the family returned from a tour in Germany and settled in Colorado Springs. Al soon realized God’s call on his life and began serving in the music ministry as a bass guitarist with a Christian band called, “The Rays of Light.” During this time Al met Norma, and they were married on July 19, 1975.

Al attended Nazarene Bible College in Colorado Springs from 1974 to 1977, graduating with a degree in biblical studies; he also graduated in 2006 with a Master’s degree from Trinity Southwest University, Albuquerque, New Mexico. Several years later he visited Calvary Chapel, which had opened across the street from where he worked. After attending one service, he was hooked, rejoicing to be taught the Word of God. He couldn’t get enough. Al became involved in the worship band at Calvary Chapel, as well as performing with a local contemporary Christian band.

In 1980, the Lord granted Al the privilege of becoming a full-time staff member with Calvary Chapel of Colorado Springs. While on staff, he conducted Friday evening outreach concerts along with other pastoral duties assigned to him. In 1991 Al and his family moved to Albuquerque, New Mexico and two years later he joined the staff of Calvary Chapel Albuquerque as an assistant pastor and co-worship leader. In the spring of 1997 the Lord called Al and his family back to Colorado Springs to pastor Calvary Worship Center. Although this was a difficult decision, they knew the Lord was leading them and they have seen and experienced God’s awesome faithfulness since returning to Colorado Springs, where the fellowship has grown along with their faith.

Al and Norma are proud parents of three children, Renee, Nathan and Reggie, as well as proud grandparents. They covet your prayers for their family and ministry as they endeavor to live a life pleasing to the Father. To God be the glory for all he has done and all he will do!