Hello, Church! We are truly thankful for you and your partnership in the work that God is doing at Calvary Chapel—the good work of the kingdom before us in this coming year. We’re really excited to share this annual report (24–25) with you as we look back in reflection and celebration of all that God has done, looking forward to what God will do as we build for his kingdom, on earth as it is in heaven.

We’re also introducing a new rhythm for our annual report that will debut in September, at the end of the fiscal year rather than at the end of the calendar year. We believe this new rhythm will fall better in line with the ebb and flow of our community.

As I personally reflect on this last year and all the changes we’ve been through, I have seen us take some huge steps in our discipleship to Jesus—moving further up and further in—making discipleship our main identity and task as the people of God. I’ve also seen us remove walls (physically and metaphorically) that kept us from really knowing one another, caring for one another, and bearing each other’s burdens in real and practical ways. We are becoming a true community—a family that knows, supports, and loves each other. Finally, I’ve seen us interact with the world around us—both near and far—through our offerings and good works. Through local outreach, we have been able to make much of Jesus, putting his compassion, justice, love, and mercy on display.

So what’s next?
We’re looking back to go forward.