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In just a few years, we will celebrate a century of God at work locally and globally through the ministries of Calvary!

Again and again since 1931, God has made a way where there seemed to be no way through miraculous provision and incredible generosity — including the wartime remodel of “The House” at 6th and French in the 1940s, the “Big Move” from downtown Santa Ana out to the orange groves on Tustin Ave in the 1960s, and the expansion over the years to the 10.5 acres and 187,000 sq. ft. of building space we enjoy as a resource for ministry today. 

Through all of this, the heritage of God’s faithfulness in the past gives us confidence for the present opportunities before us and great hope for the road ahead. Will we do our part now in this generation to steward well this inheritance we have received? How can our investments in this next season impact the future and more fully support all God has called us to be and do as we reach 100 years and beyond?

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As Jesus encouraged His disciples, “Seek the Kingdom of God above all else, and live righteously, and he will give you everything you need” - Matthew 6:33.

Our heart in this project is to seek Jesus first in all things - in love, discipleship, and dependence. Out of that same heart, our church leadership has cultivated a plan to address the needs and dreams we believe God has called us to pursue as we care for our church campus and our community.

We’re inviting you now, both as individuals and together as a church family, to seek the Lord and respond in faith as He guides and provides.

May the Lord bless you and keep you,

Eric Wakeling

CONSTRUCTION & GIVING UPDATE

August 2026

1) What is the current status of construction?

We are grateful for the continued progress on our Forward in Faith projects and for the incredible generosity that has made these improvements possible. We are finalizing the work on the Fireside Patio and hope to officially open it in September. The next phase will include improvements to the North Walkway Entrance area, so we appreciate your patience as we navigate around the construction. We are thankful that these projects are nearing completion and look forward to enjoying these spaces together soon.

2) What’s tHE NEXT PHASE OF CONSTRUCTION?

Looking ahead, we’re actively preparing for the next phase to remodel the Worship Center Auditorium and Lobby. Plans have been submitted to the City of Santa Ana and we are waiting to receive the first round of comments while we are finalizing the electrical plans and chair order. We can begin some demolition work before the permits are finalized, including removing the existing seating and carpeting. We can also begin portions of the Lobby remodel. We anticipate moving into this phase in September, which is an exciting step forward.

3) HOW ARE WE DOING FINANCIALLY WITH FORWARD IN FAITH, AND WHAT IS STILL NEEDED?

We are especially grateful for your continued financial support of this vision. To date, we have received more than $3.34 million toward our $4.6 million goal. Including outstanding pledges, a total of $4.377 million has been pledged or received, leaving $223,000 remaining to fully meet our goal. By God’s provision and your generosity, we have enough funds committed to move forward with the next phase of the Worship Center project. Thank you for continuing to give faithfully and for partnering with us as we invest in the future of our church and ministry.

4) What’s the update on the solar project that was voted on last winter?

Our solar project is complete! All of the panels are installed and the electrical has been integrated across campus. We are now waiting for Edison to connect the system to the grid, and once that happens, we will begin seeing savings on our electric bills. We are grateful for the opportunity to make this investment that will benefit Calvary for years to come.

5) What if costs rise further, or giving doesn’t meet the need to achieve these goals?

We will continue to communicate openly each step of the way. Our commitment remains to complete each phase without taking on any debt. That may mean adjusting timing or scope as needed. Our goal is to pursue these campus improvements to create spaces that support ministry and to be a place where you can invite your friends to experience the joy and hope found in life with Jesus. Ultimately, it’s not the buildings that change lives – it’s God working through His people. Our prayer is that as we invest in our campus, it helps create a welcoming environment for connections to happen and the Spirit to move in people’s lives. We are trusting God in all of this to guide and provide as we step forward in faith.

6) What if I have more questions?

We’d love to connect with you. Please reach out to Michael Welles at or 714-550-2313 for more detailed information. You’re also welcome to speak with any of our Elders, Trustees, or Pastors. Thank you for your interest in what we hope to do through this campus!

UPDATE

Thank you to all who have joined this journey of faith and generosity

GIVEN or Pledged

$4,377,000

Total GIVING GOAL

$4,600,000

NEEDED TO MEET GOAL

$223,000

 

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PRIMARY GOAL

100% Participation

The primary goal of Forward in Faith is to be all in with 100% participation on this journey of faith — through praying, serving, and giving — by all who call Calvary their church home. We don’t want anyone to miss out on the blessing of participating in this opportunity. Our prayer is that this journey becomes a catalyst to deepen our relationship with God and one another as we build our trust in His guidance and provision.

We believe God has more for you and more for Calvary. So, we look forward with eager anticipation to what God will do in and through us as we seek to be a church family that is better together, being changed by the Gospel to love like Jesus across all cultures and generations.

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SECONDARY GOAL

(Updated Total)

$4.6 Million

PHASE ONE $2.05 million
Repair Worship Center HVAC & Roof

Phase one was approved by a member's vote in the Fall of 2023 to replace the 30+ year-old Heating, Ventilation and Air Conditioning while making needed roof repairs. This project is on track to be completed this fall to increase reliability and energy efficiency of our HVAC equipment, while reducing future utility costs and the need for ongoing repair expenses to maintain a welcoming and hospitable atmosphere. (Original cost of $1.8 million increased to fix elements of the system discovered during the repair process. The expense for this scope increase is fully covered by a generous estate gift)
 
 

PHASE TWO $2.55 million
Renovate Outdoors · Refresh Worship Center · Rename Heritage

Phase two was approved in a vote by the members of Calvary at the Annual Meeting on May 26, 2024. We want to cultivate magnetic outdoor gathering spaces where people can enjoy time with God and each other, be good stewards of our Worship Center as a sacred space for generations to come, and rename the Heritage Medical Building to the Calvary Hope Center. See below for details on each part of these campus improvement initiatives, which will be pursued debt-free as the Lord provides through the generous participation of the Calvary family.
 

Outdoor Gathering Space Renovation
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  • Cultivate magnetic open space where people can enjoy time with God and each other
  • Transform Fireside parking into a patio, forming an open connection with the Calvary Hope Center
  • Make walkway entrances more inviting while relocating dumpsters and improving accessibility
  • Incorporate a central fountain, firepit areas, outdoor kitchen, shade elements and more seating

 

Worship Center Lobby & Auditorium Refresh
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  • Design a welcoming space for people to connect and feel at home with new flooring and paint
  • Update the Lobby with better lighting, new furniture and an improved Connection Point
  • Replace 30+ year-old seating while adding more hip and legroom - reoriented around a lower, one-level stage with a new baptismal for celebrating new life in Jesus
  • Add stadium seating risers with 900 seats on floor level and 500 seats in risers. This recommendation by the Elders, with input from Trustees and Pastoral Staff, is a $500,000 scope enhancement covered fully by a generous estate gift. See FAQ above for more details.
  • Be good stewards of this sacred space for God’s glory as a ministry resource for generations to come

 

RENAME Heritage Building  - CALVARY HOPE CENTER
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  • Link the identity of this building with our church by calling it the CALVARY HOPE CENTER with updated signage and an exterior design refresh
  • Seek to meet the needs of our neighbors in partnership with nonprofits doing good for God’s kingdom as an outward expression for our community of the HOPE found in Jesus

 

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ABOUT THE CALVARY HOPE CENTER


Phase Two includes renaming the Heritage Medical Building (purchased by Calvary in 2005) and linking its identity with our church by calling it the CALVARY HOPE CENTER with updated signage, a refreshed exterior, and a renewed focus for future ministry.

This space will be utilized as an outward-facing expression for our community of the hope found in Jesus as we seek to meet the needs of our neighbors by partnering with nonprofits doing good for God’s kingdom.

A place to receive hope through God’s
blessing, mercy, goodness and love

A place to promote hope for all life
made in God’s image, from womb to tomb

A place to experience hope in God’s
healing presence, provision and peace

A place to know the ultimate hope found
in the life-changing good news of Jesus

 

Current Nonprofit Tenants

HURTT FAMILY HEALTH CLINIC

This low-cost clinic seeks to provide highly accessible healthcare to homeless, under-insured, and under-served families in our community through medical, dental, integrative health, and behavioral health and counseling programs.

EMMAUS ROAD COUNSELING

The mission at Emmaus Road is to walk alongside people - as Jesus did in Luke 24 - creatively and intentionally renewing their capacities for personal healing and growth in a professional, confidential, affordable, and spiritually-based manner.

SAFE FAMILIES FOR CHILDREN

This ministry seeks to keep children safe and families together. Fueled by radical hospitality, disruptive generosity, and intentional compassion, they are helping to build a network of caring volunteers rooted in faith and ready to support families in need.

 

Potential Nonprofit Tenants

HIS REFUGE

His Refuge is an organization intent on aiding displaced peoples around the world. This is accomplished through facilitating opportunities for individuals and groups to come alongside refugees and immigrants on their journey to a better future by providing hope and help through practical assistance both in our own communities  and around the world.

IMMIGRANT HOPE

The mission of Immigrant Hope is to equip churches to provide immigrants with the HOPE of the gospel, HELP finding a pathway to legal residency, and a HOME in a church that cares for their needs. Calvary sees this ministry as a significant need of our community and a strategic local partnership to extend compassion with a gospel purpose.

OAK VALLEY COLLEGE

The goal of Oak Valley College is to provide students with a loan-free degree in which they learn to apply a Christian worldview to solve complex problems, approach ethical dilemmas, balance priorities, and make important decisions. Classes will begin to be hosted at Calvary in the fall of 2024 in the Northside Building with more space needed as the program grows.

FUTURE IDEAS

Following is a list of some potential ministries that could find a home in the Calvary Hope Center:
> Food Pantry - Help with food insecurity and essential resources
> Chaplain Offices - Hospital, Police, Fire, Athletics and VIPS (Volunteers in Pastoral Service)
> Pregnancy Center - Medical consultations, screenings, and well-woman care
> Human Trafficking Ministry - Victim services, law enforcement efforts, and awareness initiatives
> Community Youth Outreach - After school ministries for unchurched students
> Assisted Living Ministry - Support for aging care community residents and staff
> Nonprofit Coworking Space - Incubating and launching new local & global ministries
> Open to the unknown - to be determined as the Lord leads us in the future

 

"Seek the Kingdom of God above all else, and live righteously,
and he will give you everything you need." - Jesus in Matthew 6:33

 

  

WILL YOU JOIN US IN THIS JOURNEY?

In dependence on how God guides and provides, prayerfully consider your financial contribution to help Calvary move FORWARD IN FAITH on the road to 100 and beyond.

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GIFT GUIDE 

As you pray about how God would lead you to make a pledge, you can use this gift chart as a stewardship tool to help inform and inspire your response.