Pastor Larry

Larry joined the staff of Calvary in 1997. He has degrees from the University of Wisconsin – Stevens Point, Liberty University, Luther Rice Seminary, and Trinity International University (TEDS); he considers lifelong learning–often through the people and trials in our lives–a paramount ingredient in the growth of every disciple of Jesus.  Larry and Dianne have 4 children and 10 grandchildren.

Roles at Calvary

Larry’s main jobs are caring for the Calvary congregation, teaching and leading adult ministries (Men’s, Women’s, Senior and Ethnic), and local outreach alongside Calvary’s many local ministry partners.

Person Who Impacted You the Most

While in college, my late wife Tammy Rendon-Orth (1963-2001) introduced me to Jesus, forever changing me. She taught me much about how to live and how to die well.

Life Verses

If you continue in My word, then you will know the truth, and the truth will make you free….So if the Son makes you free, you will be free indeed….The thief comes only to steal and kill and destroy; I came that they may have life, and have it abundantly. ~Jesus (John 8:31-32, 36; 10:10)

Interesting fact

Larry serves as a part-time Olmsted County sheriff’s chaplain.