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Dear Calvary Family,

We are living in challenging and unpredictable times. We have concerns for our own health as well as the health of our neighbors and loved ones. Throughout this season, the church is bringing the hope of the Scriptures as well as being the hands and feet of Jesus Christ to a hurting and lost world. We are continually praying for you and desire to help you with a variety of needs that you may have in this time. Please reach out for prayer or for assistance - you can call the church, reply to this email or learn more at calvarylife.org/help.

We also have some significant financial needs as a church at this time. The impact on the economy and not meeting in person on Sundays brings challenges, but we believe that God will provide and that there  is no scarcity in God’s economy. With that said, we are asking for you to be faithful in your ongoing giving to Calvary Church. Our giving is an act of worship and an opportunity for us to place our trust fully in the Lord. I recognize in myself the inclination to store up as an act of self-preservation for my family, but I continue to give as a way to spiritually battle against that attack on my faith.

I recently heard of a young man in his first real career job who decided to determine what his tithe would be for 2020 and give all of it now because he knew the church would need it at this time. In the video above, Bob Shank shares some wisdom and encouragement in this unique moment of history. He also shares how he is giving double his normal giving during this season. We know that not all of you are able to do that, but what is most important is that they both prayerfully and intentionally are giving to the Lord even when our deepest fears tell us to keep and store up for ourselves. Will you pray now and consider how you will intentionally give as worship even in this time of uncertainty?

Thank you for your incredible generosity!

You can give today by mailing a check to Calvary Church at 1010 N Tustin Ave, Santa Ana, CA 92705 or browse opportunities to give at calvarylife.org/give. If you have questions or need help with the process, please email Michael Welles at

May the Lord bless you and keep you,
Pastor Eric Wakeling