About Us

Against the Grain (a.k.a. ATG) is the youth ministry of Calvary Chapel of Richmond, Virginia.

[Our Heart]

to see young people and their families come to a saving faith in Jesus Christ; having their sins forgiven and their lives transformed by the power of the Holy Spirit through the Gospel.

[Our Vision]

to help young people grow in their relationship with Christ: equipping them to live as lights and witnesses of Christ in the world around them.

[Our Commitment]

to pray for, encourage, and challenge the youth to grow in faith, hope, and love through the study and application of God's Word - the Holy Bible.