HQ Function

Serves as the primary worship center, administrative hub for various ministries, home to Calvary Chapel Schools, broadcast center for The Word For Today, and a central point for community outreach and fellowship.

Notable Features:

A large main sanctuary capable of seating several thousand, 'The Ark' for children's ministry, extensive facilities for Calvary Chapel Schools (K-12), a bookstore, a fellowship hall, and broadcast studios.

Work Culture:

The work culture is ministry-driven and faith-centered, emphasizing biblical values, collaborative teamwork among staff and volunteers, and a strong commitment to serving the congregation and the wider community.

HQ Significance:

As the founding church of the Calvary Chapel movement, it holds immense historical and spiritual significance. It has been instrumental in shaping contemporary evangelicalism, particularly through its teaching style, worship music, and global church planting influence.

Values Reflected in HQ: The headquarters' design and operations reflect core values such as biblical teaching, worship, fellowship, evangelism, discipleship, and community service.

Location:

While Calvary Chapel Costa Mesa is physically located in Santa Ana, CA, its global presence is primarily manifested through its influence as the mother church of the Calvary Chapel affiliation (thousands of churches worldwide), the international reach of 'The Word for Today' radio and media ministry founded by Chuck Smith, extensive online sermon archives, support for global missions and missionaries, and the training of pastors and ministry leaders who serve internationally.

Street Address:

3800 S. Fairview St.

City:

Santa Ana

State/Province:

CA

Country:

USA