Hello!

How have you been spending your summer? I hope you’re making the most of this season, enjoying time with friends and family, rest and fun. I’m seeing God’s goodness in new ways this summer as my two boys, Deacon and Theo [ages 3 and 18 months] are starting swim lessons, looking for bugs at the park and spending many hours digging holes in beach sand.

What are some of your favorite summer memories so far?

This last weekend, we were reminded of the Victory we are offered through the work of Christ – that negotiating with God for our own victory always leaves us wanting. I loved celebrating communion together – creating space to reflect and hear God’s voice of salvation, encouragement and hope.

As I looked around the Worship Center last weekend, I became very aware of how many great volunteers it takes to pull off a weekend with excellence… the ushers, greeters, parking and shuttle, tech and production, the volunteers of Children’s and Student Ministries are continually making me grateful for the people who make Mariners such an incredible church.

This Saturday and Sunday, be sure to join us as Steve Carter, Teaching Pastor from Willow Creek Church in Barrington Il, teaches a message called Riskology – a study on three heroes from the Gospels. Steve is an tremendous communicator and good friend. Before moving to Chicago, Steve was a Pastor at Rock Harbor Church in Costa Mesa and I know he’s happy to be in Orange County again. Also, after the service Saturday night, we have a fun surprise that you won’t want to miss!

See you this weekend!

Joe Hays
Experience Director

PS. Don’t forget, Kenton’s 30th anniversary as Senior Pastor is coming up! Please affirm him and Laurie, or share how you’ve seen God use Kenton by visiting the link here as we celebrate God’s story through Kenton’s journey. Don’t forget… it’s a surprise.