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Dear Calvary Family,
I just got back from Israel last Friday and, as always, it was an incredible experience to see the words on the pages of the Bible come to life in front of me. I highly encourage you to start prayerfully considering coming on our next trip in April 2024 - and to start saving up for it now, too! You can see daily posts updates with photos on our Trip Blog or on my personal Facebook or Instagram accounts - @ericwakeling.
But I don’t mention the trip just to promote the next one. I was struck by something while waiting for a connecting flight in the Istanbul Airport as the woman behind me in line had a Russian passport and another man nearby had a Syrian passport. Our world is so big and also can be so small as well. In the midst of all we are seeing in the news with Russia’s invasion of Ukraine, I was standing next to someone trying to get out of Russia and to Los Angeles with their American spouse. It just struck me as so crazy to be next to one another. Everyone is living a unique and challenging story.
We are connecting with our missionaries and ministry partners around the world to help in whatever small and big ways that we are able to help. One of our missionaries is currently in Romania helping with refugees as they land. Another one is in Moldova serving those in need who are flooding across the border. His Refuge (Seeking Refuge Prayer) ministry continues to serve refugees from multiple countries affected by war and poverty.
So there are a few ways that we can respond:
- Pray fervently and consistently for peace in Ukraine and the rest of Eastern Europe. Also, be praying for those refugees fleeing Ukraine.
- Give to Calvary Church’s Reach Fund and write “Ukraine” in the memo and we will give to ministry partners doing work in the region.
- Come to a Seeking Refuge prayer event and find out more about His Refuge Ministry - HisRefuge.org
- Have an understanding that there are victims of Putin’s atrocities in Ukraine, Russia, and the surrounding countries. Let’s treat the people we meet in airports, restaurants and our communities with love and compassion.
You are able to act. You are able to pray. You are able to learn and grow. You are able to make an impact. God is in charge. God is powerful. Lean into Him and His power as you might feel helpless to actually make a difference in the huge issues in our world.
May the Lord bless you and keep you,
Eric
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Join us this Sunday
See you this Sunday at 9:00am as we continue our series through the book of Numbers with a message on "God Keeps His Promises (In Crazy Ways)" from Numbers 22-24. Join us in the Worship Center, on the Patio, or online on our YouTube Channel, Facebook Page, or CalvaryLife.org/Live. There are also great programs and LifeGroups for each generation, plus opportunities to help make a difference by serving on a team - discover more at CalvaryLife.org/Sunday
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Hospital Outreach Meeting - March 13
As part of our “Bless the Block” campaign, we are partnering with the Hospital on our block here at Calvary. On Sunday, March 13th at 11:00am, we are hosting a one hour info meeting in G-101 on “How to be trained to be a Volunteer Hospital Chaplain.” Anyone interested is invited to come hear more details. You can also still sign up to connect with your local team and be part of a movement of blessing at CalvaryLife.org/Bless.
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Elder Nominations
The Elder Nominating Committee invites the congregation of Calvary Church to submit nominee names for the Elder Board during the month of March. We are grateful to Antelmo Bustos and John Norton, who are finishing their terms of service, and we will be adding two new elders who begin their service on July 1, 2022. Recommendations must be made in writing and may be sent by email to eldernominations@calvarylife.org, or by mail to Nominating Committee, 1010 N. Tustin Avenue, Santa Ana, CA 92705. We will vote on the new elders in our Annual Members Meeting on Sunday, May 29.
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Watch and share last Sunday's message "Standing Between the Living & the Dead" by Matt Doan on Numbers 16 - Watch Here |
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PRAYER REQUESTS
Do you have a prayer need, praise report, or family news update to share? We will send your prayer requests to our church staff, elder board, and members of our church family who have signed up to pray for our church, community, and world.
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CARE & SUPPORT
Calvary's Care Ministries exists to come alongside you and your family during challenging seasons of life to offer hope, bring healing, and help you grow in your faith through biblically-based, Christ-centered resources.
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GIVE ONLINE
Your generosity helps further the work of the gospel and makes a difference here in Orange County and around the world! You can give of your tithe, browse specific funds to support, or set up a recurring gift at - CalvaryLife.org/Give
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