Calvary Chapel of Fort Lauderdale, Megachurch in Fort Lauderdale, United States.
Calvary Chapel of Fort Lauderdale is a church situated on extensive grounds with a large sanctuary accommodating several thousand worshippers, alongside buildings dedicated to youth programs and education. The property also includes a school that serves students from preschool through grade 12.
The church was founded in 1985 by Bob Coy and his wife Diane, growing from a small congregation into a large gathering of worshippers. This expansion led to the opening of multiple satellite campuses throughout Florida to serve a growing number of people.
Services are conducted with interpretations in Spanish, Portuguese, and American Sign Language, welcoming people from different linguistic backgrounds. This reflects how the community embraces members across language and cultural lines.
The church holds services on Saturdays and Sundays and is accessible to visitors interested in attending worship or events. Parking is available on the grounds for those arriving by car.
The church won a legal case against Broward County regarding its right to display a large cross during holiday celebrations. This ruling allowed the congregation to maintain the symbol as a permanent fixture on the property.
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