A Note From Christian Mungai

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Let my heart be broken by the things that break the heart of God is a quote which is very pertinent to the present times as we are gripped with the turmoil and the crisis in our world today. From Ebola in West Africa, to the crisis in the Middle East, Ferguson, Missouri, the Nigerian abductions, the Malaysian airliners, attacks in my home country of Kenya, among many others. Our hearts are overwhelmed and maybe even fear-filled in all the uncertainty. We ask, “God where are You?” I know I have been perturbed to the point where I have become undone in His presence. I recognize my deep desire for Him as He is the One who can fill the void in my soul. Therefore, I call us to prayer to take ground from the enemy through prayer. We are about to launch a prayer movement for the global church. We will also respond with compassion and love in action by supporting our partners on the ground who are in the front lines of these crises. Our global church partners are currently involved in medical, evangelism, relief for refugees and advocacy in response to what is happening in the world.

I implore you to pray like never before and give, so we can respond accordingly. Our souls are too finite to comprehend an infinite God, so let’s worship Him in Spirit and in truth as all other ground is sinking sand.

Christian Mungai

A Note From Jeff Maguire

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Your words are so choice, so tasty; I prefer them to the best home cooking. – PSALM ‭119‬:‭103

Tomorrow my family and I will pack up and head home after a few days of camping along the California coastline. The views have been spectacular. The memories, permanent. The food: weird.

We eat weird stuff by the campfire. We determine that, in the spirit of the “great outdoors,” we ought to only eat foods that can be skewered with a clothes hanger. Food groups and nutritional considerations have new categories. Hot dog: healthy. Eat it before you eat a marshmallow. Some variation on the classic “trail mix” (granola, peanuts, chocolate chips, M&M’s, cereal) constitutes a reasonable snack between meals. Camping, it turns out, is a world where Gatorade has supplanted water as essential for life. It is dreamland for my kids. All hygiene and dietary guidelines governing an otherwise civilized society are completely abandoned.

But, I feel it.

I’m not sure how many marshmallows I can eat before I go into some kind of sugar-induced anaphylaxis. My frequent headaches and jittery-ness has got me convinced that the threshold is close. But, it’s camping. I’ve chosen this for myself. Truthfully, I  love it. But, I can’t sustain it.

It’s time for things that can be eaten with a fork. It’s time for things that aren’t vacuum sealed. It’s time to start eating things that don’t require an open flame to prepare them. I am in need of some, as the verse says, “home cooking.”

In the wanderings of my soul, the principle is no different. The interior longings of my heart can last for a while on sweet indulgences, golden-charred at fireside. But, eventually, I’ll return to what I really need: the long sustaining fullness of God.

See you Sunday,
– Jeff

A Note From Rob Fernandez

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This weekend, Student Ministries takes over main service!

We’re going to share stories of the way God has moved in the lives of high school and junior high students throughout this summer and at camp! If you have a student, or have a friend whose kids are students–this is the week to bring them to our 10a service! We’re all together for music, games, celebrating life change and baptisms, and most importantly, hearing the truth of God’s Word.

See you there!
Rob

A Note From Caleb Anderson

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Have I mentioned lately that I LOVE OUR CHURCH?! I really appreciate all of you who are now shifting out of the 10a service (when you can) to open up seats. We had an even distribution across all three services Sunday. That’s important because we’re going to see an influx of new friends in September—and we want to continue to be the welcoming, inviting church that we are.

Things are going to get even more fun this fall. I’m glad you’re with us. I’m grateful for you. And I’m spending time praying for all the people receiving this email this AM.

I’m praying for an awareness of God’s presence today—no matter where you are in your process—or journey.

Sunday is going to be another great day to kick-off your week. I hope to see you!

And don’t forget: We still have a BEACH DAY coming up and our High School Ministry kicks off in epic fashion on Sept 3 at our offices!

caleb

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School Supply Drive

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Help students in need in the San Juan Capistrano Elementary Schools start the year off right!

Please purchase form the following list:
Pens – blue, black, red
Pencils
Spiral notebooks
Two-pocket folders
1″ binder
Loose leaf paper
Glue sticks
Colored pencils
Crayola markers-thick
Crayola markers-thin
Highlighters

Next Steps:
Turn in your donation at the collection bins on the patio at Mariners Church Ocean Hills during the weekend services:
Aug 17, Aug 24, Aug 31

Join us for a Sorting Party after the service on Sun, Aug 31.
For more info contact Jon, jramsay@marinerschurch.org or 949.769.8155

Women’s Fall Events

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Women’s Bible Studies
Portrait of a Woman and Jesus
Wednesdays, beginning September 3, 10a-noon
Location provided upon registration, $50
This 14-week journey of the heart combines Scripture and analysis of artwork portraying encounters of women and Jesus.
For more info, contact Barb.

Lies Women Believe
Mondays, beginning September 8, 9:30-11:30a
Mariners HB Church Office; childcare offered
This 10-week study exposes how lies we believe play out in our lives and the Truth that sets us free.
For more info, contact Beth.

 

School Supply Drive

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Help youth in need from local elementary schools and the Oak View Community start the year off right!

Please purchase form the following list:
Pens – blue, black, red
Pencils
Spiral notebooks
Two-pocket folders
1″ binder
Loose leaf paper
Glue sticks
Colored pencils
Crayola markers-thick
Crayola markers-thin
Highlighters

Next Steps:
Turn in your donation at the collection bins on the patio at Mariners Church Huntington Beach during the weekend services:
Aug 17, Aug 24, Aug 31

Come to the Sorting Party and prepare supplies for distribution on Sunday, Aug 31, 1-3p, HB Offices (2124 Main St. Ste 260)