Join us for a night of worship together with Matt Redman. Find out more.
Friday, June 27, 7p
Mariners Church Irvine Campus Worship Center
Contact us with questions.
Monthly Archives: June 2014
Widow’s Walk
Widow’s Walk Support is a group of women living out the challenging experience of widowhood together in community. We offer an encouraging and learning environment where recently widowed women can learn to live productive lives as individuals, and embrace the unexpected opportunities brought on by this new situation. Click here for details.
2nd and 4th Friday of the month
meets in local homes
Contact Andrea for more info and location.
Women’s Mentoring
This 4-week session is designed for women interested in becoming equipped to be mentors through connections, resources and support. For more info and location contact Julie.
Sundays, through June 22
HB Church Offices, 2124 Main St. #260
A Note From Jeff Maguire
But God helped them anyway, commanded the clouds
and gave orders that opened the gates of heaven.
He rained down showers of manna to eat…
-Psalm 78:23-24 [MSG]
Psalm 78 retells the story of the rebelliousness of God’s people. At best, they’re merely distracted and forget God. At worst, these same people eagerly exchange their allegiance with God for the pseudo-gods of empty promises and shallow religiosity. And, when in the midst of discovering that these other gods fail to deliver at the most critical moments of their lives, the people remember the roots of their faith and unceremoniously blame God for abandoning them, wondering where He’s been all along. Yet…
…He “helped them anyway…”
This is everyone’s story. It’s definitely mine. Admittedly, I’m among the most distracted, blame-oriented, fear-driven, self-focused people I know. When life – the life I’ve chosen for myself – turns out to be less-than-wonderful, I immediately wonder why God has marooned me to my own selfish desires. I blame Him. Then, I cry out to Him. I cry out to Him without the purest of motives. I pray for God to rescue me while my loyalties are still very much divided. My soul starves for His sustenance while I complain about the paucity of menu options. I want my life without God. Yet, I need His rescuing power. I know I won’t be able to live up to my perceived end of the proverbial bargain. I’m afraid God might not want me as I am. But, because He knows me already and loves me…
…He helps me anyway.
See you Sunday,
Jeff
A Note From Kyle Zimmerman
“Come to me, all you who are weary and burdened, and I will give you rest.” Matthew 11:28
Have you been resting in your relationship with God this week? Are you finding ways to create space and listen to God’s voice reminding you of who you are as His child? Leading you, guiding you, healing you…giving you wisdom and strength for the journey? What a powerful time we shared together last weekend as we celebrated Jesus as the author of our Sabbath, remembering His sacrifice for us, making peace with God our Father, and inviting us to rest in our relationship with Him. I love the series we are going through as a church family and I love the invitation you are extending to friends and family to join you. Every week it’s an honor to say hello to you on the patio and meet the people you are inviting to be a part of the journey with you. As life continues to pull at your heart and time, fight for the space to join with your church family. It is so important we come together to celebrate and remember who God is by responding and becoming more like the fearless world changers He created us to be.
Peace
kyle
A Note From Jeff Pries
It was so much fun being at church together Sunday, and then when those with young kids went over to Ballpark Pizza and we just hung out, it felt like what church is all about – being in community and sharing life together. The kids had a blast, and naturally, the guys got involved in a good battle of air hockey, which Jon Ramsay won!
The gifts for the Military Baby Shower are really piling up, thank you so much for being part of blessing these women with these gifts. There is still time to bring diapers, wipes, or Target gift cards if you would like. The shower will be held this Sunday on our campus.
Please be praying for the Men’s Retreat, as over 20 guys from Mariners Ocean Hills will be attending. We will be part of over 200 guys from all of the Mariners Campuses. It should be a great weekend!
Speaking of guys, we are beginning to get ready for Father’s Day. We will have a work day (Friday, June 13), to help set up for Sunday, so if you can spare a couple hours, sign up this Sunday at the Welcome Center.
I know summer is a busy time, but we have a lot of things planned for you. Do your best this summer to keep your connection to church as part of your weekly rhythm. Often times, we think summer is vacation time; it doesn’t have to mean a vacation from everything in life. It’s fun doing life and ministry with you.
Blessings,
Jeff
A Note From Caleb Anderson
Is there a television show that you are focused on? Something you’re addicted to, or just “find compelling?” 24 perhaps? So You Think You Can Dance?
Sunday, I’m going to continue the ongoing drama that is the ministry of Jesus. It’s ramping up… New characters will be introduced… New challenges made… Minds blown.
Don’t forget to check the summer calendar for upcoming events.
Parents of students, remember to join me for 10 minutes following each service in the overflow room. I look forward to sharing fresh excitement and vision with you on Sunday.
This is going to be a great summer! (For different reasons than what you wrote in your high school yearbook).
Caleb
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Summer Rooted for College Students
In Rooted, we wrestle with some of life’s biggest questions about God, relationships and meaning. It’s a journey with the goal of deepening your connection with God, His Church, and your purpose in His big, epic story. Register online. or find out more. Contact Catherine with questions.
Sundays, June 8 – August 3, 7 – 9p
MCMV Upper Room, $15
Outreach Military Baby Shower
“Please take care of my family while I’m gone, and I promise to protect yours.” – unknown quote
We’re hosting a shower for the wives of marines whose husbands will be on deployment during the birth of their child.
Here are two ways you can help support our military families:
- Packages of diapers and baby wipes.
- Target gift cards in increments of $10. Please drop these off at the Bookstore in the lobby of the Worship Center,
- Volunteer to serve on Sunday June 8th.
Contact Cindy Farnum for more info.
Sunday, June 8, 1 – 3:30p
Mariners Church Ocean Hills Campus
Volunteer!
Get involved with a weekend service volunteer team. Consider serving once a month as an usher, greeter, at the coffee bar or in Port Mariners. Contact Kim.