Hey friends,

What an amazing time we had together celebrating and remembering Christmas–the gift of comfort & joy–the gift of Jesus. I was so blessed by all the people who served to create such a beautiful, welcoming environment, helping to aim our hearts at the truth of the season, reminding us that the light of Jesus has overcome the darkness. When we believe and receive this light, we get to become light in darkness as well. It was so awesome seeing you, and meeting the friends and family who came with you to experience Christmas at Mariners MV. Keep listening to God and courageously loving and inviting those around you into a journey with Jesus.

Join us this weekend (or any weekend) as we gather for services, or consider inviting a friend and jumping into Rooted where we’ll continue stirring questions and conversations about God, the Church, and authentic community.

Have a great week, and we’ll see you this weekend at our regularly scheduled service times.

peace…

kyle

MISSION VIEJO
Sat, Dec 22: 5p
Sun night, Dec 23: 5p (no Sunday morning services)
Mon night, Dec 24: 5p
childcare for infants-5 years old at all services

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For service times at our HB and IR campuses, click here.

Christmas…

John 1:1-5 “In the beginning was the Word, and the Word was with God, and the Word was God. He was with God in the beginning. Through him all things were made; without him nothing was made that has been made. In him was life, and that life was the light of all mankind. The light shines in the darkness, and the darkness has not overcome it.”

The Bible says the people in Jesus’ day were wandering in darkness – they were desperately waiting, anticipating a Savior that would bring light to their world…Someone who would usher in a kingdom of good, invading the darkness with light and hope…Someone who would overwhelm them with comfort and joy.

We gathered as a staff yesterday to remember that this prayer is what we celebrate at Christmas…that what the world was waiting for in Jesus’ day is what the world is longing for today. It’s the story of God’s relentless pursuit to be in relationship with us – His uniquely created children – through His own Son, Jesus.

I can’t wait for you, your family, and friends to experience the service we have planned for you – a service that marks the overwhelming wonder and story of this season that the world is desperate to hear. I encourage you to be courageous in inviting your family and friends to join you this weekend – God will not disappoint!

peace…
kyle