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Join us for Easter at Calvary Church of Santa Ana as we gather to celebrate the hope-filled good news of life found in Jesus through a Holy Week series — GREAT EXPECTATION.

HOLY WEEK EVENTSWhat to ExpectHoly Week Prayers Be Baptized Español

“All praise to God, the Father of our Lord Jesus Christ. It is by his great mercy that we have been born again, because God raised Jesus Christ from the dead. Now we live with great expectation"

1 Peter 1:3

HOLY WEEK EVENTS

 

 

PALM SUNDAY
MARCH 24

Begin this pivotal week on Palm Sunday looking into the great expectation people had of Jesus

ENGLISH/ASL 9:00AM

Worship Center
(with viewing on Patio & Online)

SPANISH 11:00AM

Chapel and Online

Programs for Kids & Students

PASSOVER SEDER
March 28

Come experience a Passover Seder and gain a deeper understanding of Jesus' Last Supper

7:00 pm

Fellowship Hall
$20/person

Register Here

GOOD FRIDAY
MARCH 29

Good Friday communion service, focusing on the expectation we have beyond death because of Jesus

English - 7:00pm

Worship Center and Online

Spanish - 7:00pm

Chapel and Online

 

 

EASTER SUNDAY
MARCH 31

You are invited to come experience Easter at Calvary as we share the hope-filled good news of life found in Jesus! 
Each of the services on Sunday, March 31 will be unique - scroll down to discover more in the What to Expect FAQ

English

  • 6:00am Sunrise in the Courtyard
    Note: Will move into the Chapel if raining
  • 9:00am in the Worship Center (with ASL)
    plus viewing on Patio & Online
  • Be baptized this Easter!
    Learn more & sign up here
  • KIDS - Nursery - K program available at 9am - Details

Spanish

  • 11:00am in the Chapel and Online 
  • KIDS - Nursery - K program available at 11am - Details
  • 1:00pm Outreach at Cabrillo Park
    (Note: Postponed due to expected rain)
  • ¿Hablas Español? Descubra más sobre los servicios en Español en CalvaryLife.org/Hispano

 
WANT TO HELP?

Join a team and help serve on Easter Sunday with our Early Childhood or Connections Teams (Greeters, Ushers, Coffee)  

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WHAT TO EXPECT - FAQ

What is unique about each of the Easter Sunday Services?
  • Each of the Easter morning services at Calvary will be unique:
  • 6:00am in the Courtyard (English)
    The Sunrise  service will have acoustic music, Scripture readings, reflective prayers and interactive moments with everyone in attendance encouraged to bring a flower from home to contribute to a beautiful flower cross. NOTE: If it rains, the service will be in the Chapel where daylight can still be seen coming up through the stained glass.
  • 9:00am in the Worship Center (English/ASL)
    This Easter celebration will feature inspiring music with a full band and choir, a biblical message of hope from 1 Peter 1:3-12, and encouraging stories of life change from people participating in baptisms. There will also be viewing available in the Courtyard and online at CalvaryLife.org/Live
  • 11:00am in Samsvick Chapel (Spanish)
    ¿Hablas Español? Descubra más sobre los servicios en Español cada Domingo en CalvaryLife.org/Hispano

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What happens at Calvary's Easter Services?
  • Each of the services will tell the story of Easter through a blend of music, creative arts and teaching from the Bible. In all that we do, our desire is to present the good news of Jesus as we celebrate His life, death, resurrection and the difference He can make in all of our lives.
What'S AVAILABLE FOR kids?
  • We have programs most Sundays of the year for kids birth up through High School.
  • On Easter Sunday, during the 9am and 11am services, there are fun programs with puppet shows available for kids in Nursery to Kindergarten. Kids 1st Grade and up are invited to join in the service with their families.
  • Kids are also welcome to attend with their families at the 6:00am service in the Courtyard (in English) or the 1:00pm service at Cabrillo Park (en Español).

    Kid's Ministry Website
Will THE EASTER SERVICES BE AVAILABLE TO WATCH ONLINE?
What kind of church is Calvary Church? 
  • We’re a Christian, non-denominational, Bible-teaching church that has been part of the community since 1931.

    Discover more about Calvary
Will I be expected to give anything? 
  • Nothing is expected or required of our guests! We do have a moment during service to highlight ways to give for those who would like to help further the ministries we support in our community and around the world. You can give at Offering Boxes by each door or online at CalvaryLife.org/Give

    See what giving to Calvary goes toward
How do I get to Calvary? 
  • Calvary is located at 1010 N Tustin Ave, near the 5 and 55, in the heart of Orange County.
  • Parking is accessible by turning off of Tustin Avenue onto either Wellington Avenue or Fruit Street.

    See Map + Parking Details

We invite you to set aside time to intentionally pray through each day of Jesus’ last week, leading to His crucifixion and resurrection, as a means to opening up to God’s love and transforming work in your life.  We encourage you to attend one, multiple, or all of the prayer times as we seek the Lord together during this Holy Week.


HOLY WEEK MORNING PRAYERS

Monday-Friday | March 25-29
7:00 am in Samsvick Chapel

HOLY WEEK EVENING PRAYER

Wednesday | March 27
7:00 pm in Fellowship Hall

VIEW PRAYER JOURNAL

 

BE BAPTIZED THIS EASTER

After Jesus rose again he told his followers, “Go, therefore, and make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit.”  –Matthew 28:19

COME TO A BAPTISM CLASS


Join us for a Baptism Class at 11:00am on March 17 or 24 to better understand this next step in your faith journey and prepare to take part in the Baptisms on Easter Sunday.

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