Quick Facts
Founded
Unknown
Denomination
Southern Baptist Convention (SBC)
Service Times
Check website for current times
Men's Ministry
Yes
Kids Ministry
Yes
10-Point Theological Scorecard
Christology
Is Jesus the only way? (John 14:6)
SBC -- orthodox.
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Scripture
Inerrancy affirmed? Final authority?
SBC -- BFM 2000.
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Men's Discipleship
Intentional formation for men?
Verify men's specific programming.
Caution
Soteriology
Faith alone? How is salvation presented?
SBC -- faith alone.
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Gender / Biblical Design
Biblical manhood and womanhood by God's design — patriarchal, complementarian, egalitarian, or affirming gender ideology?
Male pastor. SBC complementarian (CBMW halfway position; MOOP holds patriarchal headship as the biblical standard).
Male pastor (John Lary). SBC complementarian.
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Leadership Structure
Male elders/pastors? Accountability?
Long-tenured pastor (20+ years). Stable leadership.
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Preaching Style
Expository or topical/therapeutic?
Verify style.
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Mission Clarity
Great Commission central?
Disciple-making emphasis.
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Cultural Alignment
DEI/CRT language? Social justice crowding out gospel?
No progressive indicators. 'Love God, love others, make disciples.'
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Accountability Structure
Denominational home, elder plurality, or external network — is the pastor answerable to anyone?
SBC.
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Assessment
Calvary Baptist Shreveport is an SBC church with John Lary as pastor since 2003 -- 20+ years of stable pastoral leadership. Located at 9333 Linwood Ave. Church also has Calvary Christian Academy. 'Love God, love others, make disciples.' Long pastoral tenure is a positive sign.
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Last reviewed:
2026-05-16
— Annual review recommended
9333 Linwood Ave, Shreveport, LA 71106
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