Annual Read Week 11

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This week we finished the Book of Hebrews and have started on the Book of Numbers. The book gets its name most likely from the two censuses that are taken in chapters 1 and 26. However, Jewish readers most commonly refer to the book by a word that is more descriptive of the time in Israel’s history spent in the wilderness. Though the book at some parts feels like another round of rules and regulations, similar to Leviticus, the rules given in the book of Numbers deal with the laws and regulations for Israel while they are on the march. Numbers is one of the longest books in the Old Testament and ends at the final encampment before entering the Promise Land.

At the beginning of this week you read Psalm 30 and reflected on how God treats the down and out. Notice the imagery used and how the author describes being rescued and pulled up from the grave, out of the ground and restored. Ultimately it is a psalm of confession and thanksgiving.

Spend just a few moments this week writing down what you are thankful for. When was a time when you acted as if you did not need God? Have you ever experienced God turning a season of lament into a season of dancing?

Cole Beshore

The Dream Event

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We believe God created each of us with a purpose to influence culture and change our world. We have all asked the questions, “What am I here for? What is my purpose? How can God use me?” We will hear from guest speaker Pete Richardson and our senior pastor Kenton Beshore on discovering and pursuing God’s purpose for our lives. For more info and to register click here. 

Thursday, April 10, 6:30-8:30p, free
Mariners Church Community Center, Irvine Campus

Asia Ministries Group Hike

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Join us as we hike Crystal Cove! This is a terrific opportunity to be outdoors for some sunshine, exercise and a fun time of fellowship! As parking at Crystal Cove is limited, we will meet at church and carpool to the hiking trail.

Saturday, April 12, 7a
Mariners’ parking structure downstairs back corner, bring water and snacks.

Also, for those of you who are familiar with 626 Asian Night Market, this year, they are expanding and coming to the Orange County Fairgrounds in Costa Mesa. For times and more info click here. With all these upcoming activities, we look forward to spending time with you and having a great time of fellowship!

A Note From Jeff Pries

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Well, we are entering into our final week in our series titled Hero’s. What we will learn this weekend is that because of our fear, our sin may distance us from God, but our sin does not distance God from us. Being heroic does not mean we have to be perfect. This weekend we will give people an opportunity to be incredibly heroic and accept Christ for the first time.

Also, this Saturday, Men’s Ministry will be kicking off their first Men’s Breakfast. The guest speaker will be Jim Ryun, former Olympic distance runner and world record holder in the mile.  Please join us in the Chapel at 8:00 am, breakfast will be served.